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You will be working with and supporting other team members with complex cases.  As senior officer you will lead on the contaminated land specialism within the team and will generally take on more complex and difficult cases.</p>\n<p>For a detailed list of responsibilities and person criteria please see the Job Description and Person Specification below.</p>\n<p>Benefits include flexible, hybrid working, 26 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service and 34 days after 30 years continuous Local Government service), plus additional time in December when the Council closes between Christmas and New Year.  Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme, Membership of professional body, as well as invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development and free town centre parking. </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion regarding this rewarding and interesting role please contact Lisa Anderson, Environmental Protection Team Leader 01622 602762   or <a href=\"mailto:L.anderson@midkent.gov.uk\">L.anderson@midkent.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Closing Date: Sunday 6th April 2025</p>\n<p>Interviews: 14 April 2025</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£46,284","publishDate":"2025-03-18T09:33:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/f6bbb671-9581-4ba6-a571-d6525bcd8825.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"46ee926b-eb8f-480b-966b-053b7a98a4a5","title":"Single Homeless Pathway Worker","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Do you have a passion for helping to prevent and end single homelessness and rough sleeping? </strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>If you answered <strong>yes,</strong> the post we’re seeking to fill could be for you.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We’re looking to recruit a full time Single Homeless Pathway, on a fixed term contract until end of March 2026 (any extension dependent on future funding), to support a caseload of clients who are/have been rough sleeping, or are at risk of rough sleeping, helping them to access appropriate services and accommodation.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Main Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Agree support plans with clients on the key areas they need support with and monitor this across time to ensure progress is being made</li>\n<li>To support the commissioned assertive Outreach Service to identify and respond to reports of newly identified rough sleepers to begin support away from the streets of Tunbridge Wells</li>\n<li>Prevent rough sleeping by engaging with people who have accommodation and a 'street lifestyle' i.e. begging, street drinking etc and liaise with relevant housing support services to ensure their accommodation is 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experience of working with single/homeless and/or vulnerable people that have multiple and complex support needs, such as substance misuse and mental health issues.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You must have excellent communication skills including the ability to influence, negotiate and problem solve skills, for example, to engage with new rough sleeper who may not want to engage with services and help overcome the challenges which may be barrier to securing accommodation</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You must also be able to effectively manage a caseload of clients and their support plans, using you own initiative, and be able to prioritise your own workload and plan ahead effectively.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you:</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Financial: </strong>An attractive basic salary within a clear pay structure with the opportunity to influence your own annual salary increase based on your contribution to the role and 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development.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To find out more take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification below. <strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact Ivon Sait, Single Homeless Projects Team Leader, on 01892 554122.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>To stay up to date with our latest vacancies and what it’s like to work here you can follow us on twitter @TWBC_Jobs and LinkedIn @TWellsCouncil</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,037","publishDate":"2025-03-14T10:12:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/da4a79c8-1f12-4cea-b58c-0de4151e28c9.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8e0e0d0b-956a-4441-b576-cef2855339e6","title":"Senior Practitioner - West Kent Children in Care Team","employer":"Kent County 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In addition, there is a £8,000 relocation package (subject to eligibility) and an excellent LA pension scheme.</p>\n<p><strong>We are the right team, at the right time and in the right place.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>The right team</strong></p>\n<p>Doing the best for the children of Kent depends on a team effort. We celebrate our Senior Practitioners who work hard to foster a culture of excellence and collaboration – a place where all social workers are empowered to be creative, share ideas and advice.</p>\n<p>And the right team needs the right managers. Ours have a well-deserved reputation for being supportive and giving regular, quality supervision. There are also many credible expert practitioners to learn from and you’ll find them approachable and keen to help. Sharing knowledge is part of who we are. Together, our teams deliver strengthened services and improved outcomes for children.</p>\n<p><strong>The right time</strong></p>\n<p>There has never been a better time to join us. We have invested in every area of our service including the careers of outstanding people who share our commitment to improving young lives in Kent.</p>\n<p><strong>The right place</strong></p>\n<p>We are proud of our Ofsted rating of Outstanding and we are continuing to develop excellent services and ensure ‘Children are at the centre of Kent County Council’s culture and practice’ (Ofsted 2022.) As one of the largest Children’s Social Work Service in the country, we offer a comprehensive learning and development framework in Kent. And because one size doesn’t fit all, we offer opportunities that can be tailored to individual, and team needs.</p>\n<p>We can offer a wide variety of work that you’re unlikely to find elsewhere. Kent is a large and diverse county, offering a broad range of opportunities to support children and young people from all backgrounds and circumstances.  You will be able to work across a range of locations and environments, and to be seconded to or move to other teams. </p>\n<p>Meanwhile, you will be free to develop professionally, building your area of specialist practice, and applying your knowledge to high profile and sensitive cases. At this level, you’ll champion good practice and set performance expectations, acting as a Practice Assessor for ASYE and student social workers if required.</p>\n<p>You’ll also have the chance to share your expertise through assisted fieldwork, court attendance, case audits and reviews, and by chairing complex meetings. Through working groups and multi-agency forums, you’ll contribute to the development of new initiatives.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>The role is within the West Kent Children in Care Service based at Kings Hill, West Malling. West Kent covers the districts of Sevenoaks, Swanley, Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge & Malling and Maidstone. This is a hybrid working role offering you the opportunity of a good work-home life balance.</p>\n<p>The successful applicant will, in addition to holding a caseload of (up to 15) complex cases, will be supporting a team of Social Workers providing high quality social work, in the Children in Care Service primarily to Children in Care and Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking children from age 0-18. This will include holding sets of care proceedings.</p>\n<p>Your role as a Senior Practitioner will require being able to manage a caseload of complex and difficult cases involving assessment, planning and implementation and evaluation of appropriate action to ensure resources are utilised effectively to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. You will also be required to contribute to raising and maintaining standards of professional social work within a social work team, develop areas of specialist practice, offer expert advice to less experienced staff and supervise unqualified staff. You will be well motivated to support and understudy for your Team Manager to sustain and improve performance. </p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>You must hold a degree in social work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and you must be registered with Social Work England. You should have substantial and varied post-qualification experiences of working with children and families. You will work within the Kent Practice Framework models, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks, along with a willingness to learn and develop as a practitioner. Being a team player is essential in any social work team.</p>\n<p>The role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency.  You should note that public transport is rarely a viable option as your role will involve you transporting people and equipment to venues in very rural areas, often with limited public transport.</p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.</p>\n<p>This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.</p>\n<p>This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.</p>\n<p><strong>Contact Details</strong></p>\n</div>\n<div>\n<p>For more information about the role or for a discussion, please contact<strong> </strong>Paul Meggitt, Service Manager on 03000 410193 or e-mail paul.meggitt@kent.gov.uk.</p>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£43,810 - £49,989 per annum","publishDate":"2025-03-14T08:54:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-11T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5afcd230-08f6-48e8-941e-ccc5a01b9003.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5e6d4475-d9f5-4103-af6c-14c60f94f48a","title":"Administration Assistant","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"North Farm Depot","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Do you have experience of working in an administrative role or busy office environment?</p>\n<p><strong>If you said yes to this, keep reading!</strong></p>\n<p>Do you pride yourself on having great communication skills, high level of attention to detail and a positive attitude?</p>\n<p><strong>Then this is the role that you have been looking for! </strong></p>\n<p>A great opportunity has arisen for an Administration Assistant to join the Waste & Street Scene team in Tunbridge Wells Borough Council based at the North Farm Depot. The team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the high quality of the waste and street cleansing services for the borough.  </p>\n<p><strong>What’s the job?</strong><br>You will be providing administration support to help ensure the smooth running of the service.  Your duties will include responding to and the processing of our customers service requests, processing invoices, processing workflow, data entry, draft reports, interacting with service stakeholders on a daily basis e.g. Contractors, our Gateway Contact Centre, Senior Managers.</p>\n<p><strong>Is this you?</strong><br>You will have excellent organisational skills, experience of working in a busy office or similar and have a confident and friendly manner. The ideal candidate will be someone who is able to prioritise their own workload, likes to show initiative and has a positive and focused approach to their work and a willingness to get stuck in.</p>\n<div><strong>What you get in return</strong></div>\n<div>\n<strong>22 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 27 after 5 years’ continuous service</strong><br><strong>Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme with 19.7% employer contribution</strong><br><strong>Career development and training opportunities</strong><br><strong>Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses</strong><br><strong>Cycle to Work Scheme</strong><br><strong>Access to EAP Services 24/7</strong>\n</div>\n<div> </div>\n<p>See the Job Description and Person Specification below for more detailed information regarding this role.  For an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Edwin Burgess, Waste & Street Care Team Leader, on 01892 554 216.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,339","publishDate":"2025-03-12T16:23:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-02T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/11175a9a-8afb-4b4d-aa40-35e29cb8f6ad.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"22356c4f-2ee2-4863-8993-85e7e329cbec","title":"Housing Options Advisor","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Within the Housing Team, our vision is to be more than a housing service. We are passionate about what we do, and we will work resourcefully and creatively as one team, going the extra mile to improve the lives and homes of our customers.</p>\n<p>As a Housing Options Advisor, you will be responsible for providing a professional, customer orientated service to individuals who may be homeless or threatened with homelessness. You will work with colleagues across the Housing Service to provide advice on the housing options available and you conduct enquiries into homeless applications ensuring that the Council is fully compliant with statutory homelessness duties under Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996.</p>\n<p>This is a career graded post and candidates will be assessed against both the essential criteria requirements for both Grade F and Grade G detailed in the Person Specification. Candidates will only be considered as appointable to the Grade G position if they fulfil the essential criteria requirements, as detailed below, for both Grade F and Grade G. Candidates who are only able to demonstrate that they meet the Grade F requirements, will have the opportunity to progress to a Grade G through training and develop in post and upon being able to demonstrate they meet the Grade G requirements.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Main Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<p>Conduct interviews and assessments in line with the Councils’ statutory duties under Part 7 of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended) and write robust statutory S184 homelessness decision letters.</p>\n<p>Carry a caseload of homelessness prevention and relief cases and create Personalised Housing Plans to take reasonable steps to prevent or relieve homelessness, or the threat of homelessness.</p>\n<p>To advise clients on full range of housing options to solve their housing problem, including negotiating with private sector landlords; conciliating between family members and friends to prevent exclusions; identifying suitable move-on options.</p>\n<p>Carry out income and expenditure assessments to access affordable housing options and identify areas where income can be maximised, or expenditure reduced.</p>\n<p>Develop effective working relationships with colleagues both within Tunbridge Wells Borough Council and external partners, service users, landlords as well as voluntary and other housing organisations.</p>\n<p>Be the team lead in specific areas such as domestic abuse, ex-offender, care leavers, mental health or substance misuse.</p>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>You should have experience of working in a front-line in a housing environment and able to provide a full range of advice on housing options to prevent and relieve homelessness, including being able to make legally robust statutory decisions.</p>\n<p>Educated to A Level (or equivalent) at grades A to C, or equivalent grading, or demonstrable experience of working within housing options and homelessness.</p>\n<p>Excellent understanding of Housing legislation including the Housing Act 1996 as amended by the Homelessness Act 2002, and the Homelessness Reduction Act</p>\n<p>A good understanding of the welfare benefit system and welfare reform changes</p>\n<p>Excellent influencing and negotiation skills - for example, when working with landlords to prevent evictions</p>\n<p>Ability to work in a team and develop effective and supportive relationships with colleagues.</p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>22 Days Annual Leave (Grade F) / 24 Days Annual Leave (Grade G), plus bank holidays. Increasing to 27 days with 5 years' continuous service</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme with 19.7% employer contribution</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Career development and training opportunities</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Cycle to Work Scheme</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Access to EAP Services 24/7</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<p>To find out more take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification below. <strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Please note previous applicants will not be considered for interview.</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact Sabrina Goacher, Housing Options Team Leader, on 01892 554417 or <a href=\"mailto:sabrina.goacher@tunbridgewells.gov.uk\">sabrina.goacher@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Our competency framework describes what's expected from our employees in terms of attitudes and behaviors. To view our core competencies, click <a href=\"https://www.tunbridgewells.gov.uk/council/jobs/competency-framework\">here</a></p>\n<p>To stay up to date with our latest vacancies and what it’s like to work here you can follow us on twitter @TWBC_Jobs and LinkedIn @TWellsCouncil</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Interview Date: 15 April</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Career Grade F-£30,077 / G-£33,535","publishDate":"2025-03-12T09:29:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5197969a-6ffb-4013-8c19-d3f98356b690.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8ec02d9f-eac3-4aec-8916-2fa9819b75dc","title":"Business Development Officer","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Assembly Hall Theatre","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you a dynamic and creative individual who has a passion for the arts and culture? If so, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Assembly Hall Theatre. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our team.</p>\n<p>The role is responsible for providing support to the Theatre Management Team and will be involved with programming, projects, finance and contracts within the Theatre. The role will be working alongside the Theatre Team, taking the lead in income generating negotiations along with supporting and co-ordinating meetings and consultations.</p>\n<p>We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills and experience working in a fast-paced environment. You will also be able to manage, organise and prioritise your work and be able to work both independently and as part of a team.</p>\n<p>Additional benefits for this post include 22 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service), plus an additional day in December.  Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme, as well as invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development  </p>\n<p>To find out more take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification below.  For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact Rhyddian Evans, Culture Programming and Projects Manager, on 01892 554162 or <em>rhyddian.evans@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</em>.</p>\n<p>To stay up to date with our latest vacancies and what it’s like to work here you can follow us on twitter @TWBC_Jobs and LinkedIn @TWellsCouncil</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,077","publishDate":"2025-03-11T16:29:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-31T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c8031cdb-3279-40dd-95fe-eb2944c3d11a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"14e84f13-5acf-43e2-8a01-9b555b9fd185","title":"Marketing Coordinator","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"The Amelia Scott","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Join Our Team as a Marketing Coordinator at The Amelia Scott!</strong></p>\n<p>Are you a creative, driven, and audience-focused marketing professional? Do you want to be part of something exciting and innovative? This is your chance to join <strong>The Amelia Scott</strong>, a dynamic and forward-thinking venue that is redefining the way we engage with Heritage, Libraries, Events, Exhibitions, Learning, Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Services and Wellbeing.</p>\n<p>After almost three years of enriching the lives of our visitors, we are proud to offer a blend of unique experiences. Now, we are looking for a <strong>Marketing Coordinator</strong> to help us take this experience to new heights.</p>\n<p>At The Amelia Scott, we are passionate about challenging the status quo, pushing boundaries, and creating memorable experiences. We believe that effective marketing is not just about promoting events – it is about telling stories, sparking curiosity, and inspiring people to engage with us in meaningful ways.</p>\n<p>As our Marketing Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in communicating with our diverse audiences. Your work will drive awareness, excitement, and interest in everything we do at The Amelia Scott, ensuring that our visitors connect with the essence of our mission.</p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop and implement creative marketing strategies to inspire visitors and engage new audiences.</li>\n<li>Drive Public Relations.</li>\n<li>Work closely with our team to highlight the full spectrum of experiences we offer – from heritage and exhibitions to events and wellbeing programs.</li>\n<li>Craft compelling content that informs and excites and ensure it is reaching the right people through effective channels.</li>\n<li>Understand our visitors – who they are, what they care about, and how to communicate with them in a way that sparks their interest. A creative thinker with a passion for learning and marketing.</li>\n<li>Someone with the ability to understand audiences, their needs, and motivations.</li>\n<li>Data analytics</li>\n<li>A professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working across a variety of projects with different teams.</li>\n<li>An individual who is keen to make an impact and help us continue challenging the norm in the cultural and community space.</li>\n<li>A vibrant, supportive team where your ideas are valued.</li>\n<li>A unique, inspiring working environment at The Amelia Scott.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for personal and professional growth as we continue to evolve.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This is a rare and exciting opportunity to make a real difference in a bold and innovative organisation. If you are ready to bring your marketing expertise to a place that is all about creativity, learning, and inspiring others, we would love to hear from you!</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits: </strong></p>\n<p>22 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing to 27 days with 5 years' continuous service.<br>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 19.7% employer contribution.<br>Career development and training opportunities.<br>Access to eye care vouchers and VDU glasses.<br>Cycle to Work Scheme.<br>Access to EAP Services 24/7.</p>\n<p>To find out more take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification.  For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact Lisa Bridges, Operations and Business Development Manager, on 01892 554175 or lisa.bridges@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</p>\n<p>To stay up to date with our latest vacancies and what it’s like to work here you can follow us on twitter @TWBC_Jobs and LinkedIn @TWellsCouncil</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:               Midnight 3 April 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date:            10 April 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong><br>We only accept online applications. If you require access to a computer and/or the internet, you can use our facilities free of charge at The Amelia Scott. Please call ahead to book an appointment Tel. 01892 554171.</p>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong></p>\n<p>Tunbridge Wells – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.</p>\n<p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p>\n<p>The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.</p>\n<p><strong>Apply now</strong> and be part of a team that is shaping the future of culture and community engagement.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,077 (pro rated to 30 hours per week)","publishDate":"2025-03-11T13:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-02T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/977499e7-6d7c-4970-92dc-7902b4858444.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6a534121-780e-4269-ae0f-c453c9c79a5e","title":"Housing Triage and Support Officer","employer":"Sevenoaks District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices, Argyle Road","locationType":2,"description":"<p>The officer will support Sevenoaks District Council’s Housing Options and Solutions team and with your extensive housing knowledge and experience, you’ll work to assist in preventing and reducing homelessness in the district.</p>\n<p>Acting as a first point of contact for customers, you’ll be responsible for triaging customers through a rapid initial assessment of their needs and circumstances.</p>\n<p>Your excellent communication skills will be invaluable providing customers with comprehensive advice and guidance directing customers to the correct service, aiding with early interventions such as mediation and ensuring they receive the support the need.</p>\n<p>You’ll bring resilience to the service by providing coordination and administration support and assisting with day-to-day activities. </p>\n<p>If you have experience in providing advice and support and dealing with vulnerable customers, you’ll know it takes effective communication and empathy as well as the ability to work to deadlines and in difficult situations.</p>\n<p>This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).</p>\n<p><strong>Do you want to know more about the role? </strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Stephen Tring, Housing Options and Solutions Manager, on 01732 227184.</p>\n<p><strong>Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?</strong></p>\n<p>Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: </strong>6<sup>th</sup> April 2025</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews: </strong>TBC</p>\n<p><strong>Assessment process: </strong>Interview and test</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,072 - £36,830","publishDate":"2025-03-11T11:08:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0bef5bc2-f51e-41cd-9669-4280cd23f9ef.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ec72c622-4be2-479a-9cc5-607c9c85dc60","title":"Senior Landscape and Biodiversity Officer","employer":"Tunbridge Wells Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall","locationType":2,"description":"<p>A rare opportunity to work in the National Landscape of the High Weald helping to balance the needs of development with the protection and enhancement of our historic and natural environment. The postholder will be involved in strategic and sensitive planning applications involving historic Parks and Garden, ancient woodland, and sites designated for landscape and wildlife conservation in rural and urban settlements.  There will be opportunities to shape policy, work with key stakeholders, partnerships and elected Members and where required commission and manage consultants.</p>\n<p>Do you have a landscape qualification and are you interested in the historical and natural environment? Are you looking to develop your skills and gain new qualifications? Are you willing to share your knowledge, engage with others and offer a critical opinion? If the answer is yes to all of these then this may be the role for you.</p>\n<p>Tunbridge Wells<strong> </strong>is<strong> </strong>a great place to live, do business and visit. The Council has a clear, coherent, and powerful vision for the future set out in our <a href=\"https://tunbridgewells.gov.uk/news/2025/february/the-strategic-plan-2024-2032?mode=results%C2%A4t_result_page=2&results_per_page=9\">Strategic Plan</a> which sets out the priorities for Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.</p>\n<p>We have a flexible approach throughout our Planning Service, which is to support staff as they develop, providing opportunities to broaden and deepen their experience and skills to progress their career. This role sits within the Planning Policy Team and will work alongside the Principal Landscape and Biodiversity Officer to assist and advise the Planning Service on development management and planning policy matters, and corporately across the Council on landscape and biodiversity matters and specific projects as required.</p>\n<p>We are interested in hearing from positive, enthusiastic, and conscientious candidates with excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills; you will be well organised and able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.</p>\n<p>The Council has been at the forefront in the production of biodiversity policies and guidance and has a new, emerging Local Plan currently at Examination, with adoption anticipated late spring.  Once the Local Plan is adopted, the Council will begin work on a Local Plan Review. We are also in the early stages of preparing a Town Centre Plan for Royal Tunbridge Wells; the postholder will be involved with both of these, providing specialist landscape and biodiversity advice to planning colleagues to inform development strategy and policies relating to landscape and biodiversity matters, and be involved with undertaking and commissioning evidence base work.</p>\n<p>Benefits include flexible, hybrid working, 26 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days after 5 years continuous Local Government service and 34 days after 30 years continuous Local Government service), plus additional time in December when the Council closes between Christmas and New Year.  Membership of the Local Government (CARE – Career Average (Revalued Earnings) Pension Scheme, Membership of professional body, as well as invaluable training opportunities for continuing professional development and free town centre parking. </p>\n<p>To find out more take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification below.  For an informal discussion about this post, you can contact Ellen Gilbert, Planning Policy Manager on 01892 554059 or email <a href=\"mailto:ellen.gilbert@tunbridgewells.gov.uk\">ellen.gilbert@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a>, or David Scully, Principal Landscape and Biodiversity Officer on 01892 554072 or email <a href=\"mailto:david.scully@tunbridgewells.gov.uk\">david.scully@tunbridgewells.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>To stay up to date with our latest vacancies and what it’s like to work here you can follow us on twitter @TWBC_Jobs and LinkedIn @TWellsCouncil</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:               Midnight 31<sup>st</sup> March </strong></p>\n<p><strong>             </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Dates:          W/C 7<sup>th</sup> April</strong></p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,259","publishDate":"2025-03-11T09:52:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-31T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2b2f8e0e-eca1-4302-a634-084fd608f2d5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bce31153-b11f-47ed-862a-bc4593916c9e","title":"Housing Advice Officer","employer":"Sevenoaks District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices, Argyle Road","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Can you help reduce homelessness? </strong></p>\n<p>You’ll take a proactive and innovative approach towards prevention homelessness in Sevenoaks as it is one of our key focuses. Working across the whole Housing service, you’ll assist with a variety of projects and initiatives which means you’ll have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills further.</p>\n<p>You’ll be providing advice, guidance and support to our customers as well as assessing homeless applications, making referrals, and creating Personalised Housing Plans. You’ll also work to support landlords and tenants in the district through the Council’s Private Sector Lettings scheme.</p>\n<p>If you have a background in housing, then you’ll know that communication and a detailed knowledge of the Housing Act and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 is essential. You’ll also be able to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and maintain a high level of accuracy.</p>\n<p><em>Please note this is a fixed-term contract for 12 months. 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Principal Planning Officer

Maidstone Borough Council

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Grade 12 (£49,046 - £53,594) pa +£5,000 Market Supplement

Maidstone (Hybrid)

Posted 22 days ago

Maidstone Borough Council seeks Principal Planning Officer with town planning degree, RTP membership, complex planning experience, for full or part-time role. Apply by March 30, 2025.

Community Senior Practitioner - Tunbridge Wells

Kent County Council

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£43,810 - £49,989 pro rata

Montague House, Tunbridge Wells (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

Food, Safety and Development Team Leader

Sevenoaks District Council

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£51,494 - £54,587

Council Offices, Argyle Road (Hybrid)

Posted 5 days ago

Head of Finance and Deputy S151 Officer

Sevenoaks District Council

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£70,471 - £75,546 plus a Market Related Payment of up to £7,554.60 and a Car Allowance of £4,097.75 per annum.

Council Offices, Argyle Road (Hybrid)

Posted 5 days ago

Senior Planning Officer - Development Management (Part time up to 29 hours)

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£36,654 - £40,602 (pro rata, inclusive of market supplement payment) plus a £2,350 Golden Hello Payment (pro rata) and an essential car user allowance up to £1,239 per annum

Opportunity for flexible/hybrid working, Kings Hill, West Malling (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Overpayment Recovery Assistant

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£20,068 - £22,690 pro rata (FTE £24,750 - £27,984)

Opportunity for flexible/home working, Kings Hill, West Malling (Hybrid)

Posted 10 days ago

Office Cleaner

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council

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£7,554 pro rata salary (£12.60 per hour)

Kings Hill, West Malling (On-Site)

Posted 10 days ago

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Tenancy Officer - 6 Month FTC

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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£30,077 - £33,535

Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall (Hybrid)

Posted 11 days ago

Senior Environmental Health Officer

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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£46,284

Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall (Hybrid)

Posted 11 days ago

Single Homeless Pathway Worker

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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£27,037

Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall (On-Site)

Posted 15 days ago

Senior Practitioner - West Kent Children in Care Team

Kent County Council

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£43,810 - £49,989 per annum

Worrall House, West Malling (Hybrid)

Posted 15 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Administration Assistant

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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£24,339

North Farm Depot (On-Site)

Posted 17 days ago

Housing Options Advisor

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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Career Grade F-£30,077 / G-£33,535

Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall (Hybrid)

Posted 17 days ago

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Business Development Officer

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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£30,077

Assembly Hall Theatre (Hybrid)

Posted 18 days ago

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Marketing Coordinator

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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£30,077 (pro rated to 30 hours per week)

The Amelia Scott (On-Site)

Posted 18 days ago

Housing Triage and Support Officer

Sevenoaks District Council

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£34,072 - £36,830

Council Offices, Argyle Road (Hybrid)

Posted 18 days ago

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Senior Landscape and Biodiversity Officer

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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£37,259

Tunbridge Wells - Town Hall (Hybrid)

Posted 18 days ago

Housing Advice Officer

Sevenoaks District Council

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£34,072 - £36,830

Council Offices, Argyle Road (Hybrid)

Posted 22 days ago

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Planning Officer (Career Grade)

Sevenoaks District Council

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Up to £48,460 plus 10% Market Related Payment and an essential car user allowance of up to £1,289

Council Offices, Argyle Road (Hybrid)

Posted 23 days ago

Busy planning role in Sevenoaks district, managing caseload and engaging with stakeholders, with both office and home working options available.

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