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The main responsibility is to carry out stock condition surveys of the association’s properties as part of an ongoing program.</p><p>In this role, you will leverage your technical expertise in housing construction to conduct regular inspections and address any necessary actions to meet the high expectations of our residents.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul>\n<li>Gathering information on the condition of Hightown’s individual properties and buildings to assess their overall state, identify necessary repairs, pinpoint health and safety concerns, and ensure that properties remain fit for purpose while continuously meeting the Decent Homes Standard (DHS).</li>\n<li>Collaborate with the Property Services Co-ordinator to raise orders for necessary repairs identified during inspections, using a list of approved contractors, ensuring that issues are addressed promptly with minimal disruption to residents.</li>\n<li>Reports on stock condition assessments, detailing the volume of issues and any related concerns, as directed by the Senior Surveyor.</li>\n<li>Carry out regular Fire Risk Assessments in communal areas, identifying any issues and initiating necessary actions. 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As an inspector, you will play a key role in maintaining the high standards of communal areas and the overall appearance of Hightown properties.</p><p>In this role, you will leverage your technical expertise in housing construction to conduct regular inspections and address any necessary actions to meet the high expectations of our residents.</p><p>Key Responsibilities: <br>• Ensure the ongoing maintenance of properties and estates in a designated geographical area.<br>• Taking ownership for the maintenance and upkeep of communal areas and property appearances.<br>• Maintain an up-to-date database to ensure the efficient planning of future works.</p><p>• Pre-inspect properties to identify and diagnose building defects, proposing solutions and overseeing remedial repairs and maintenance work.</p><p>• Carrying out property and health and safety inspections including pre- and post- work assessments.<br>• Regularly liaise with residents to ensure that property standards are maintained.<br>• Complete Fire Risk Assessments for communal buildings and assets.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for a compassionate, enthusiastic individual with a `can-do` attitude.<br>You should be able to work collaboratively within a team to deliver exceptional service and be adaptable in your approach to work. A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and supporting others is essential.</p><p>To apply for the Property Services Inspector role, you should have:</p><ul>\n<li>Relevant experience or qualifications in a related field, such as building construction, surveying, or building regulations.</li>\n<li>A good understanding of Building & Fire Safety systems and regulations.</li>\n<li>The ability to regularly climb stairs and ladders.</li>\n</ul><p>Due to the nature of the role, you must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p><span>Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support.</span><br><br><span>We currently manage over 9,000 homes and employ over 1100 Permanent and Bank staff in our Care and Supported Housing Schemes and from our head office in Hemel Hempstead.</span><span> </span><span>We have an annual turnover of £121 million and a development programme that will deliver over 350 new affordable homes each year</span><em><span>.</span></em></p><p></p><p><strong>The Benefits</strong></p><p>We offer a range of benefits which include:</p><ul>\n<li>33 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£42,558 pa for 35 hours a week contract</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>\n<li>Access to favourable discounts and savings at high street retailers, gyms, restaurants, and cinemas</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Employee support and health & wellbeing services</li>\n<li>Well-equipped on-site gym</li>\n</ul><p><strong><em>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. 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You will perform low-level maintenance tasks and will be responsible for purchasing equipment based on service needs, providing receipts for each purchase made within an agreed budget limit.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Collecting and disposing of rubbish, bulk items, and recycling from bin stores.</li>\n<li>Performing low-level and grounds maintenance tasks such as grass cutting, strimming, and leaf blowing.</li>\n<li>Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance in both properties and communal areas as required.</li>\n<li>Conduct PAT testing on electrical equipment, maintaining a log of tested equipment and updating the Operative Supervisor accordingly.</li>\n</ul><p>Due to the nature of the role, you must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p><span>Hightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. 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Responsibility for landlord and tenant activities (including rent reviews, lease renewals and lease regears), project work, strategic consultancy, professional estates advice to colleagues and other stakeholders, estate, asset and property management.<br><br><b>About you</b><br><br>Essential:<ul>\n<li>Proficient ICT and Microsoft Office skills are required.</li>\n<li>We are looking for an experienced estates/property professional with knowledge in all aspects of estate management. Applicants with potential to grow into the role may be considered at a lower level reflecting their experience.</li>\n<li>Applicants will need to demonstrate a thorough understanding of property, planning, legal matters and have a political awareness in dealing with sensitive issues.</li>\n<li>Good time and diary management is essential due to a busy workload.</li>\n</ul>Desirable:<ul>\n<li>Experience of working for a Local Authority property area</li>\n<li>MRICS preferred but not essential (depending on experience)</li>\n</ul>As a leading local authority which is experiencing unprecedented levels of growth and development within the county this is your chance to be part of team that is proactive, flexible, responds quickly to change and is never complacent.<br><br>Under the current financial environment there is a drive to support the wider County Council budgets through efficient and effective use of property assets. The savings and income generation required by services in the forthcoming years require changes to assets through investment, sale and acquisition. <br><br>This coupled with the drive for a cleaner, greener, more environmentally sustainable county provides exciting challenges and opportunities to make positive changes for residents in Hertfordshire. <br><br>You will have an opportunity to build on existing experience and to make a change to the community of Hertfordshire.<br><br> We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP13 job profile. Please locate this via:<br><br> Job profiles - Corporate services <br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Stuart Paskins, <strong>E: stuart.paskins@hertfordshire.gov.uk </strong> for an informal discussion about the role. <br><br> Interview Date: to be confirmed <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br><strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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We know that to provide the best for our residents and visitors, we need to do the same for our people.We have set out to make our workplaces vibrant and happy places to be, places where our people feel safe, content and valued.</p><p>Reporting to the Environment Services Manager, you will contribute to the effective provision and monitoring of street scene, grounds maintenance, cleansing, refuse, recycling, other related services and enforce against breaches of environment legislation. This is an opportunity to be part of a community focussed service team.</p><p>You will act as the main contact for residents, stakeholders, contractors and other Council led departments.The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.</p><p>You will be responsible for managing your own budgets and will be required to travel throughout the Borough on a regular basis.</p><p><strong>Closing date for applications is 30 March 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Assessments will be held on 7 April 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Interviews will be held on 11 April 2025.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary £33,363pa with potential progression to £36,301pa","publishDate":"2025-03-13T10:07:08.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-30T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f1c591a8-c4e2-42d2-8a51-735c6074f771.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"aeeef58b-30b3-433c-b94a-4beaed6b1e7e","title":"Childrens Qualified Social Workers","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Hertfordshire","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Job Title:</strong> Childrens Social Worker<br> <strong> Salary: </strong> £37,035 per annum + £5,673 market enhanced payment progressing to £40,476 per annum + £5,242 market enhanced payment PLUS £1k one off welcome payment*<br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37<br><strong>Location:</strong> Base locations in Stevenage and Apsley. Whilst you will have a base, each team has a geographic area they cover which will require regular access to a vehicle in order to travel to meetings<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Childrens Services<br><br><b>About the service</b><br><br>At Hertfordshire County Council, we believe that the children and young people in our care deserve the best. And that means ensuring the social workers who work alongside them are trained, supported, and highly motivated.<br><br>As an innovative authority, we are committed to developing motivational social work practice and you will be trained to work in this way. You will be working at the forefront of best practice to deliver first class support to vulnerable children and families which will expose you to managing complex and diverse caseloads.<br><br>By changing our approach to families, they are changing their approach to us and we are managing to keep far more children at home safely with their families.<br> <br> With dedicated Diversity & Inclusion strategy and focus groups, we promote diversity and inclusion across the delivery of services and within our workforce.<br><br>We will offer a stimulating working environment, regular supervision meetings and training opportunities to help you to reach your full potential with the assistance and guidance of our specialist L&D teams.<br> <br> The pandemic has brought about changes in the way we work and having learnt from this and from feedback from our staff and communities, we are embedding important principles around 'Our Way Forward'. The overarching vision for Children's Services is that we work in a 'flexible and balanced' way with a focus on 'continuous improvement'; this is underpinned by a 'mix and blend' approach by adopting hybrid ways of working, balancing the need for collaborative workspaces with the right technology for staff to work from home and touchdown areas where this is right for you and for our families.<br><br><b>About the teams</b><br><br>Each Team is made up of; a Team Manager, Consultant Social Worker(s), Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, Children's Practitioners and Family Practitioners.<br><br>We are looking for experienced Social Workers to join one of the following teams:<ul>\n<li><strong>Family Safeguarding</strong></li>\n<li><strong>0-25 Disability Service (Childrens)</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Specialist Adolescent Services Hertfordshire (SASH) </strong></li>\n<li><strong>Children Looked After</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Separated Migrant Children</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Assessment</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Transforming Care (1 year FTC)</strong></li>\n</ul><br><b>About you</b><br><br>It is essential that all Social Workers who apply have the following:<ul>\n<li>Qualified and Social Work England Registered</li>\n<li>At least 1 years post ASYE experience</li>\n<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li>\n<li>Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedures</li>\n<li>Proficient in the use of Microsoft IT package</li>\n<li>Full UK Driving Licence</li>\n<li>Regular Access to a vehicle</li>\n</ul>In addition to the above, below outlines team specific essential criteria:<br><br><strong>Family Safeguarding:</strong><ul>\n<li>Experience of care planning, assessments and reviews.</li>\n<li>Deliver welfare reports to conferences and court hearings</li>\n</ul><strong>0-25 Disability Service</strong><ul>\n<li>Ability to complete robust assessments & to assess risk</li>\n<li>Ability to work in a relationship-based way</li>\n</ul><strong>CLA:</strong><ul>\n<li>Experience of care planning, assessments and reviews.</li>\n<li>Track record of working alongside challenging families</li>\n</ul><strong>SASH:</strong><ul>\n<li>Experience of partnership working</li>\n<li>Experience of report writing</li>\n<li>An understanding of child development</li>\n</ul><strong>Separated Migrant Children:</strong><ul>\n<li>Ability to complete robust assessments & to assess risk.</li>\n<li>Knowledge/experience of working with Separated Migrant Children and of relevant legislation, guidance, policy and procedure specific to Separated Migrant Children.</li>\n<li>Knowledge/experience of working with children and young people subject to or at risk of exploitation including modern day slavery and trafficking.</li>\n</ul><strong>Assessment:</strong><ul>\n<li>Experience of conducting assessments and reviews.</li>\n<li>Presenting care plans to conferences</li>\n</ul><strong>Transforming Care:</strong><ul>\n<li>Good working knowledge of autism, Transforming Care and personalisation</li>\n<li>Experience and understanding of BASW capability framework </li>\n<li>Strong assessment skills and Care Act knowledge</li>\n</ul><br><br>This job role is within the Health and Social Care, level 10 job profile. Please locate this via:<br><br><strong> Job profiles - Health and social care </strong><br><br>To read more about our service and opportunities available visit our <strong> Childrens Social Work page </strong><br><br><strong>Recruitment timeline:</strong> We review all applications on a regular basis with interviews arranged on an ad hoc basis - please check your emails for updates. <br><br><strong> Benefits of working for us </strong><br> <strong><br> Additional Benefits for Social Work roles include:</strong><ul>\n<li>Monthly Market Enhanced Payment</li>\n<li>One off £1k Welcome Payment* (terms & conditions apply)</li>\n<li>Lease Car Scheme</li>\n<li>Up to £6k relocation expenses (terms & conditions apply)</li>\n<li>Hybrid working model</li>\n<li>5 Days additional annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>SWE Registration Fee paid</li>\n</ul><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<br><br><strong>Disability Confident</strong><br>We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.<br><br><strong>Safeguarding</strong><br>This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.<br><br><strong>Driving required</strong><br>You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.<br><br><strong>English Fluency</strong><br>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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This role is essential in delivering effective services that maximize benefits for service users while ensuring income optimization for the Council. If you are detail-oriented and committed to providing economic and efficient financial assessment services, we'd love to hear from you!<br><br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>Are you a skilled communicator with excellent customer care and negotiation abilities? We are looking for someone who can engage effectively with customers, colleagues, and other professionals through face-to-face interactions, telephone conversations, and written correspondence.<br><br>You should possess strong numeracy skills, capable of performing calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages. Alongside these, your ability to work both independently and as part of a team will be critical to your success in this role.<br><br>This role requires precision and adherence to prescriptive procedures and regulations, using data and information to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions. You'll need to effectively plan and organise your workload with minimal supervision to meet deadlines and targets.<br><br>Proficiency in computerised systems, such as MS Word, Excel, and database applications, is essential. Additionally, an understanding of equality principles and their application in the workplace and when assisting applicants is highly valued.<br><br>A solid knowledge of Welfare Benefits, Council Tax, and Housing Benefits is required, alongside demonstrable experience of providing excellent customer care. A GCSE/O Level (or equivalent) qualification in English and Mathematics is essential.<br><br>This is a public facing role so you'll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English <br><br>If you meet these requirements and are ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply!<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 29,093.00 - 31,586.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-13T02:01:10.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-23T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/eb666309-56d9-4cde-935e-d156079c73dc.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"558654dc-6a50-4c53-8913-5b0bbfa87215","title":"HR and OD Support Officer","employer":"Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"WELWYN GARDEN CITY","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>HR and OD Support Officer (</strong><strong>RP0062)</strong></p><p><strong>Up to 31 March 2026</strong></p><p><strong>Starting salary £29,802 with potential progression to £32,956 per annum on achieving designated skills and experience.</strong></p><p><strong>37 hours per week (hybrid working)<br><br></strong>Are you an experienced administrator with recent experience of providing high level administrative support to a team? If so, we’d love to hear from you.</p><p>Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council are looking to appoint a Human Resources and Organisational Development Support Officer on a fixed term contract for 12 months.</p><p>The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Human Resources and Organisational Development team.This will include responding to routine enquiries through the shared inboxes, drafting correspondence, taking notes at meetings, and general office duties. You will produce purchase orders, process invoices and manage year end. You will be responsible for updating the HR systems and maintaining their databases.</p><p>You will assist with the administrative tasks of the recruitment process including facilitating assessments, arranging interviews, and supporting the administration management of the recruitment portal.</p><p>You will also take responsibility for the administration of the Learning Management System along with booking and scheduling training courses. You will be confident in producing reports and analysing data.</p><p>You will co-ordinate and facilitate the quarterly Corporate Induction for new starters.</p><p>In this role you must have an eye for detail, be highly organised, and be an effective communicator both written and verbally. You must be adept at switching priorities and have excellent time management skills.</p><p>You will at times deal with confidential matters, so discretion is very important.</p><p>If you think you have the right skills and qualities, we’d like to hear from you.</p><p></p><p><strong>Closing date for applications is 30 March 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Assessments will be held on 9 April 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Interviews will be held on 22 April 2025.</strong></p><p>Single description (external)</p><br><br><b>Keywords:</b><br><br>human resources, learning and development, training, recruitment, administration, local government, team, welwyn garden city, hertfordshire","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary £29,802pa with potential progression to £32,956pa on achieving designated skills and experience","publishDate":"2025-03-12T15:35:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-30T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7978c80e-f6dc-4a23-8103-6463d19b6dfc.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2143e841-a487-4f92-bfe7-228dcec33b33","title":"Direct Payments Finance and System Officer","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall Extension/Home working","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £29,093 - £31,586 a year </strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Luton Council is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented <strong>Direct Payments Finance and System Officer</strong> to join our Adult Social Care team. In this role, you will be responsible for administering and monitoring payments for individuals receiving non-residential care services through Direct Payments, ensuring compliance with policies and financial controls. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality social care and support the implementation of the strength-based approach to adult social care.<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Administer and monitor Direct Payments to service users in receipt of non-residential care, ensuring payments are accurate, timely, and based on current information.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, and controls, maintaining financial integrity in all aspects of service delivery.</li> <li>Extract, interpret, and analyse data from various databases to ensure the accurate calculation of service packages and financial returns.</li> <li>Draft complex letters and emails to provide clear, concise instructions and resolve any issues or queries related to Direct Payments.</li> <li>Work closely with Adult Social Care (ASC) and third-party services to support service users and resolve queries related to service packages, payments, and services provided.</li> <li>Monitor third-party services to ensure timely and accurate payments and identify discrepancies, taking appropriate actions when needed, including debt recovery if applicable.</li> <li>Ensure that service users and providers adhere to agreed contractual documentation and service levels.<strong></strong>\n</li> </ul><strong>About you</strong><br><strong>Skills and Experience:</strong><ul> <li>Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and financial information from various systems.</li> <li>Experience in financial administration, including calculating service packages and ensuring compliance with policies and contractual documentation.</li> <li>Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally, particularly when drafting complex communications.</li> <li>Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently across teams.</li> <li>A collaborative approach to problem-solving and supporting both internal teams and external stakeholders.</li> <li>Knowledge of Direct Payments policies and procedures, or a willingness to learn quickly, would be advantageous.</li> </ul><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 29,093.00 - 31,586.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-12T02:01:17.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-20T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/41211524-a1f1-4a23-ab31-8939c2d625a6.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"29c68bb1-4edd-4b51-b35d-37fcd8546b6c","title":"Social Worker - Family Assessment and Support Service","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>Join our dynamic Children Social Care Team at Luton Borough Council. We currently have opportunities for Social Workers to join our Family Assessment and Support Service.<br> <br>We are actively seeking passionate Children's Social Workers to become integral members of our growing and dedicated teams. As a Children's Social Worker at Luton, you'll join a supportive learning culture, be able to influence change, challenge others and share your expertise.<br> <br>Embark on a fulfilling journey in children's social work by collaborating with children, young people, families, and agencies to provide support and protection. Conduct clear, accurate assessments, coordinate multi-agency approaches, and build positive relationships. Aim for workforce stability and permanency through continuous professional development. Our Career Development Framework supports progression from a Newly Qualified Social Worker to Senior Practitioner, guiding you toward future career goals.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br> To join, you'll need a Dip SW, CQSW or recognised equivalent qualification, along with substantial experience in health or social care. You will also need to be registered with Social Work England. You'll have a great understanding of the Children Act 1989 and other key legislation. Importantly, you'll also know how to communicate calmly and effectively with a range of people. This'll help you to manage a range of situations confidently. <br> <br>So, if you are ready to embark on the extraordinary journey, click the link to apply and start your LBC journey today.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong>- that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br> The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? <br><br><strong>Application process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Additional information</strong><br>Step into our friendly and hardworking team, integral to our continuous improvement. With a shared commitment to eradicating poverty by 2040, seize the opportunity to be part of something inspiring. Receive dedicated support to achieve remarkable feats and enjoy exceptional benefits, including:<ul> <li>\n<strong>From 25to 32days' annual leave:</strong> linked to length of service and grade</li> <li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme: </strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong> step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li> <li>\n<strong>Pension scheme: </strong>with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li> <li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package: </strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong> a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li> <li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong> flexible working options including working from home where possible. W e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns </li> <li>\n<strong>Training and support: </strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li> <li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong> includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li> <li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong> great value savings on local bus travel</li> </ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 37,938.00 - 40,476.00 per year;GBP 5,500.00 ;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-12T02:01:17.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-30T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/493d3fa9-7e4d-46bc-8e9c-cb1c81cd05b8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ad9ad101-da29-46fb-bcd1-2f3fbaf0c9be","title":"Childcare Solicitor (Career Progression)","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall, Hybrid","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the job</strong><br><strong>Salary: £45,718 to £51,802 per year plus £3,203 car benefit</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong><br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experiencedSolicitorto join our Legal Services team and assist in the provision of comprehensive legal support to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Sub-Committees, and various Departments. This progression role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a personal legal caseload, with a particular focus on childcare and related matters. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice, manage complex cases, and contribute to the smooth running of our legal services.<br> <br>The post holder will be expected to assist the Principal Solicitor (Social Services) in the development of the Social Services Team and to carry out special projects and to assist in corporate inter-service or inter-departmental projects from time to time.<br> <br>Please note this is a progressive opportunity graded M3-M4 so you will have the opportunity to get 'hands on' experience to develop and broaden your skills.<br> <br><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong><br><strong>About you</strong><br>We're looking for someone with experience in Local Government and a solid understanding of how to carry out legal work under supervision. You should be comfortable using computers and have a persuasive, analytical mindset. You'll also need to be able to plan and prioritise your own caseload within broad guidelines, and while working under supervision, you'll still need to make decisive judgments when necessary.<br> <br>Strong communication skills are key - both written and verbal. You'll need to gather relevant information in moderately complex situations and translate it into clear, effective legal documents. Teamwork is also important to us, so you should be someone who enjoys collaborating with colleagues.<br> <br>In terms of legal expertise, we're looking for a solid understanding of English law, particularly Childcare Law. Whether you're a Solicitor or a Barrister qualified in England, you must hold (or be able to obtain) a current practising certificate. If you're a Barrister, you'll need to have (or be able to obtain) rights of audience under the relevant paragraphs of the Code of Conduct for Barristers in England and Wales.<br> <br>Additionally, a working knowledge of the Law of Evidence is essential.<br><strong>About us</strong><br>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong> - that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty - is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.<br> <br>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council - and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<br><strong>Application Process</strong><br><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person's criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong><br><strong>Benefits</strong><br>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days' annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<br>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"GBP 45,718.00 - 51,802.00 per year;GBP 3,203.00 ;GBP 8,000.00","publishDate":"2025-03-12T02:01:17.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-25T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b3ccc38c-2b3a-4296-9df4-0dda9d7057cb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ada60101-5fe7-4daa-967f-1c25b87f1b7e","title":"Waking Night Residential ARC Worker","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Hertfordshire","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Job Title:</strong> Waking Night Residential ARC Worker <br> <strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £30,559 progressing to £33,366 per annum plus 6% market enhancement* <br> <strong>Hours:</strong> 37 <br> <strong>Location: </strong>Hertfordshire (This is a floating role therefore you will be required to travel / work in the following locations: Stevenage, Baldock, Hertford, Welwyn Garden City and Watford) <br> <strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent <br> <strong>Directorate:</strong> Childrens Services <br><br><b>About the team</b><br><br>Hertfordshire County Council believes in keeping young people close, to enable them to maintain their identity, and to maintain links with the community to which they belong, this in turn allows us to support these young people, their families, and friends.<br><br>This waking night role will be based across 6 of Hertfordshire residential children's homes according to the needs of the home at that time. The post holder will work as part of each homes dedicated, well established and friendly residential team ensuring consistency and promoting safety for children over the night time periods.<br><br><b>About the role</b><br><br>This role will require you to support children at night across a variety of homes. This support is different in all of the homes and will include some personal care.<br><br>You will also support the children with overnight tasks which may include:<ul>\n<li>Supporting children to talk</li>\n<li>Completing observations</li>\n<li>Supporting children at the hospital</li>\n<li>Supporting with personal Care</li>\n<li>Monitoring sleep patterns</li>\n<li>Welcoming a child home</li>\n<li>De-escalating conflict</li>\n<li>Celebrating success.</li>\n</ul>The role also includes a variety of record keeping and supporting the team to keep the home clean and homely.<br><br><b>About you</b><br><br> <strong>Essential</strong>:<ul>\n<li>Passion for working with children.</li>\n<li>Ability to learn and implement training.</li>\n<li>Flexible and innovative to meet challenges.</li>\n<li>Post is for waking nights however postholder will need to be available for training during the day at intervals throughout the year.</li>\n<li>Willing to work across Hertfordshire at various different locations such as Hertford, Welwyn Garden City, Baldock, Stevenage and Watford. </li>\n<li>Full Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.</li>\n<li>At least 1 year experience of working with children or caring for children and young people in a Residential setting. </li>\n</ul><strong>Desirable</strong>:<ul><li>Hold Diploma level 3/ 4 Health and social care.</li></ul>This role is an exciting challenge for the right person. Working across several teams and with many children requires you to be flexible, creative and be able to adjust your approach to the individuals you will meet and support.<br><br>Night time can often be a difficult time for our children and having the right person with them helps to manage their previous traumas.<br><br>Hertfordshire provides all residential staff with extensive training to learn the skills for our therapeutic and trauma informed approach to looking after children.<br><br>This job role is within the , level job profile. Please locate this via:<br><br>Job profiles - Health and social care <br><br>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Kathryn Gentry (Kathryn.Gentry@hertfordshire.gov.uk) if you have any question or queries about the role. <br><br> Interview Date: W/C 27 th January and W/C 3 rd Feb <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <br><br> <strong>Disability Confident</strong> <br> We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. <br><br> <strong>Safeguarding</strong> <br> This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. <br><br> <strong>Driving required</strong> <br> You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. <br><br> <strong>English Fluency</strong> <br> The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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It also provides the secretariat function for the Local Resilience Forum and provides valuable support to multi-agency partners in helping to make Hertfordshire a safer place.<br><br>The team is well respected and sits in the Community Protection directorate. It is currently looking for an experienced Resilience Officer to help provide expertise, advice and support on emergency planning and business continuity to all county council directorates and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. The team is small and friendly, and the postholder will work closely alongside two other Resilience Officers and two colleagues who support the Local Resilience Forum and wider work of the team.<br><br><b>About the role</b><br><br>The team is somewhat unique in having an internal and external focus so the role is a varied one with access to a wide range of different people and stakeholders. Whilst it can be pressured and demanding at times it also provides a rare opportunity to experience some more interesting and unusual aspects of working for a local authority.<br><br>Each day can be very different to the next. At times it can be fast-paced and you may be working in a pressured environment, responding to an emergency or undertaking a shift on the 24/7 duty rota. Building effective relationships and understanding is key to the role so talking to others, listening and asking questions is just as important as completing tasks.<br><br>A key part of the role is the variety and there is the opportunity to work in partnership with a wide range of internal colleagues at different levels of seniority. You will primarily be working in a business partner relationship with one or more county council directorates, providing specialist advice and expertise. This could involve maintaining their preparedness checklist or helping to deliver the tailored action plan to embed the business continuity framework.<br><br>Other key responsibilities include developing, maintaining and testing corporate and directorate emergency and business continuity plans, and working closely with multi-agency partners, such as the emergency services, other local authorities and health agencies on multi-agency emergency plans as part of the Local Resilience Forum.<br><br>There will also be the opportunity to work collaboratively with the other Resilience Officers and to lead on specific projects or areas of work, such as COMAH sites, flooding or humanitarian assistance. Developing, delivering and participating in a wide range of different training or exercises is another key responsibility. The role also involves representing the county council and/or Local Resilience Forum at various meetings and regional and national events.<br><br><b>About you</b><br><br>There is no typical day as a Resilience Officer and you will need to be comfortable with routine changes, often at short notice. Ultimately, we are looking for somebody who is pro-active, can work as part of a team, can communicate effectively, and has the confidence to work with and challenge colleagues at different levels of seniority.<br><br>The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:<ul>\n<li>A degree or equivalent level qualification in a related subject and/or experience of working in a similar role.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act.</li>\n<li>Understanding of emergency planning or business continuity in a local authority or public sector context.</li>\n<li>Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.</li>\n<li>Can manage multiple tasks and prioritise their own workload independently.</li>\n<li>A driving licence and access to a car as there will be a need to visit locations across Hertfordshire and beyond.</li>\n<li>Ability to undertake the 24/7 duty function on a rota basis, for which additional payment is made.</li>\n<li>Live locally, within a reasonable travel time of the main base or are prepared to relocate.</li>\n</ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. <br><br>This job role is within the Regulatory Services, level REG10 job profile. Please locate this via:<br><br> Job profiles - Regulatory services <br><br>To succeed in this role you will need to be enthusiastic about wanting to help people and flexible in your approach to work. It's an interesting and rewarding role and in return for all your hard work we'll support you in developing your skills and abilities to their full potential.<br><br><strong>For an informal discussion, please contact: </strong> <strong>owen.tomlinson@hertfordshire.gov.uk</strong> <br><br> Interview Date: week commencing 7th April 2025 <br><br> Benefits of working for us<br><br><b>How to apply</b><br><br> As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. 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Team Coordinator (RP0047)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £29,802pa with potential progression to £32,956pa on achieving designated skills and experience

Council Offices, Campus East, Welwyn Garden City (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Apprentice - Community Sport and Health (P01688)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £25,113pa with potential progression to £25,499pa

The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Casual Passenger Assistant

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 24,404.00 - 24,790.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

PTU Kingsway Depot (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

EHCP Coordinator

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 32,115.00 - 35,235.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Town Hall (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Casual Driver/PA

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 24,404.00 - 24,790.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

PTU, Kingsway Depot (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Office Manager

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 35,235.00 - 37,938.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Luton (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Property Service Inspector (Stock Condition Lead)

Hightown Housing Association

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£42558 Per Annum

Hemel Hempstead (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Property Services Inspector

Hightown Housing Association

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£42,558 - £42,588 Per Annum

Hemel Hempstead (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Mobile Caretaker

Hightown Housing Association

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£25506 Per Annum

Hemel Hempstead (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Senior Estates Officer

Hertfordshire County Council

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£52,138 opportunity to progress to £57,652

Stevenage (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Community & Environment Officer (P01177)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £33,363pa with potential progression to £36,301pa

The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Childrens Qualified Social Workers

Hertfordshire County Council

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£37,035 pa progressing to £40,476 pa

Hertfordshire (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Benefit Assessment Officer

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 29,093.00 - 31,586.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Agile (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

HR and OD Support Officer

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £29,802pa with potential progression to £32,956pa on achieving designated skills and experience

WELWYN GARDEN CITY (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Direct Payments Finance and System Officer

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 29,093.00 - 31,586.00 per year;GBP 8,000.00

Town Hall Extension/Home working (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Social Worker - Family Assessment and Support Service

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 37,938.00 - 40,476.00 per year;GBP 5,500.00 ;GBP 8,000.00

Luton (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Childcare Solicitor (Career Progression)

Luton Borough Council

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GBP 45,718.00 - 51,802.00 per year;GBP 3,203.00 ;GBP 8,000.00

Town Hall, Hybrid (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Waking Night Residential ARC Worker

Hertfordshire County Council

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£30,559 progressing to £33,366 per annum

Hertfordshire (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Resilience Officer

Hertfordshire County Council

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£37,035 progressing to £40,476

Hertfordshire (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Building Safety and Compliance Officer

Hightown Housing Association

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£40,000 - £44,999

Hemel Hempstead (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

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