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This Medway Council service provides a wide range of courses to adults and families in Medway. It plays a vital role in supporting the development of skills to enter, return or progress in work. Medway Adult Education also provides course to support residents to be creative, be healthy, reduce social isolation and learn new skills. The courses are delivered at several venues in the Medway Community during the week, evenings and weekends.<br><br>You will provide a person-centred approach to support adults with barriers such as learning difficulties and/or disabilities to learning to enable them to reach their full potential. You will work with tutors to support learners in activities including literacy, numeracy and digital skills You will also participate in team meetings and continuing professional development.<br><strong><br>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.<br><br>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.<br><br>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please contact Michelle Hone on 01634 337885 or michelle.hone@medway.gov.uk<br><br></em><em>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.  Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.<br><br></em><strong>Important Information-<br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.<br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 2 (£11.74 - £12.47 per hour)","publishDate":"2024-12-17T11:22:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-27T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ad0c58c1-9ca1-408f-97b2-0b2f0e3ecb9c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"befa1421-9484-452d-b37e-cef72306834f","title":"Supporting Healthy Weight Advisor (Healthy Families)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>According to the World Health Organisation, the life course approach aims to identify opportunities to minimise risk factors and enhance protective factors through evidence-based interventions at important life stages. For the Healthy Families workstream this informs the support we deliver from the antenatal period through to early childhood – the first 1001 days.<br><br>This role will be required to deliver our award-winning <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200642/pregnancy_and_breastfeeding_hub/1659/bumpclub\">BumpClub Medway</a> programmes, achieving healthier outcomes for both pregnant people and their families. This will include providing expertise, advice and assistance, as required, to ensure effective project implementation in line with budgets and timescales.<br><br>The role will be required to work in the context of Medway’s ‘Joint Local Health & Wellbeing Strategy’ and the <a href=\"https://fingertips.phe.org.uk/profile/public-health-outcomes-framework/data#page/1/ati/302/are/E06000035\">Public Health Outcomes Framework</a> to reduce health inequalities.<br><br>The role will involve liaising with influential stakeholders and service users in a way that promotes the <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200364/medway_council_strategy_2022_to_2023#values\">vision and values</a> of the Council.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation: <br><br></strong>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.<br><br>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.<br><br>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Emma Dawson on Emma.dawson@medway.gov.uk<br><br></em><em>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.  Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.<br><br></em><strong>Important Information- <br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.<br><br></strong>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3- £24,525 - £29,268 per annum / pro rata","publishDate":"2024-12-16T15:28:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/deca31cd-17bd-4433-9c7e-342ea393f917.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8cb05f88-4981-4468-864d-61f773b9a65c","title":"Primary Behaviour and Learning Support Assistant","employer":"Medway Council","department":"The Rowans Alternative Provision Academy","location":"The Rowans","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>To start ASAP – Come and join our inspirational team and make a difference to the lives of young people</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an inspirational team rated outstanding in all areas by Ofsted (Nov 2021)</p>\n<p>The Rowans Primary Provision is a new provision opened in September 2023 and expanding this year to take up to 24 children.  The Primary SEN provision caters for pupils who have an Education, Health and Care Plan with their main need being Social, Emotional and Mental Health.</p>\n<p>The school is currently in a temporary purpose-built provision on the site of The Rowans AP Academy and the school benefits from sharing the resources of the secondary provision.</p>\n<p>Currently there are four classes of pupils who benefit from a creative and personalised curriculum and a trauma informed approach from all staff.  Teachers and pupils are supported by skilled behaviour and learning support assistants.</p>\n<p><strong>At The Rowans we;</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>emphasise the need for the curriculum and teaching to be adapted to each child to meet their individual and diverse needs, with a high pupil to adult ratio.</li>\n<li>support the progress of pupils through daily tailored therapeutic and academic interventions and prioritise emotional well-being and self-regulation whilst identifying academic gaps and ensuring precision teaching to plug the gaps.</li>\n<li>through a nurturing ethos, foster a strong sense of community where children can build positive relationships, learn from one another, and develop essential social skills, emotional regulation and resilience through a trauma informed approach.</li>\n<li>offer high quality teaching from teachers who are trained to deliver high-quality learning that aligns with the national curriculum while being flexible and adaptable to meet the diverse needs of our pupils.</li>\n<li>Promote positive behaviour choices</li>\n<li>believe that parents and carers are essential partners in their child's education. We encourage open communication and collaboration between school and home to ensure the best outcomes for the pupils and collaborate openly with external agencies.</li>\n<li>believe in continuous professional development for all staff to enhance their understanding of SEMH issues and effective support strategies, whilst ensuring an unrelenting focus on all areas of the curriculum and pupil progress.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Our school is more than just an educational provision; it's a place where children can grow, learn, and thrive in an environment that truly understands and cares for them.</p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint someone with an understanding of the needs of pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties and who can inspire and encourage pupils to get the best learning experience. </p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand new inspirational and ambitious team with a strong vision.</p>\n<p><strong>Applicants should:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have a commitment to supporting all pupils and an understanding of the needs of pupils with SEMH</li>\n<li>Have at least a Level 2 qualification in both Maths and English.</li>\n<li>Be able to use their own initiative, be passionate and work well as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Enjoy challenging, supporting and motivating pupils and believe in our core purpose.</li>\n<li>Be highly motivated and have passion, integrity and enthusiasm to work as part of a cohesive team</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All staff will be required to have an enhanced DBS disclosure.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary scale C1 (£25,183-£31,0677) pro rata + Special Needs Allowance of £1,491","publishDate":"2024-12-16T13:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-13T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6ae7363f-54db-45fc-8b9e-9d8e20ce53cf.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"da860ad9-4d90-4e76-b5b3-17d48423abcc","title":"Engineering Manager","employer":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council","department":"","location":"Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council, Opportunity for flexible/hybrid working, Kings Hill, West Malling","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Engineering Manager to join our Engineering team at Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council. </strong></p>\n<p>The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of activities and budgets within the Engineering team.</p>\n<p>You will be expected to manage and develop a number of projects relating to car parking, drainage and management of Council land, whilst assisting the Head of Technical Services on matters relating to flooding and liaising with the Environmental Agency and Kent County Council.</p>\n<p>The post will oversee the management of Council bridges, Winter Maintenance and drainage inspection regime as well as overseeing the Electric Vehicle Charge Point Contract for chargers located in Council carparks.</p>\n<p>The post is based at the Council's offices in Kings Hill, West Malling, with options to work remotely. The postholder will also be required to travel around the borough as part of their role.</p>\n<p><strong>If you would like to find out further information about this vacancy then please email Andy Edwards, Head of Technical Services for an informal conversation on andy.edwards@tmbc.gov.uk (direct candidates only please, strictly no agencies)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Planned interview date: week commencing 20th January 2025</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,273 - £51,027 plus an essential car user allowance up to £1,239 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-13T15:18:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-16T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/48729c27-ba22-4605-a6fc-eecafb25300a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1e89cd0c-a94d-4447-9256-551e5a75b143","title":"Cleaner","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Abbey Court Community School","location":"Abbey Court Community School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Commencing ASAP <br> <br>Abbey Court caters for pupils aged 3-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, and is currently <br>located on 2 Strood sites; Nursery, Primary and Secondary (Cliffe Road) and Further <br>Education (Rede Court Road). The school farm is situated within the grounds of the <br>primary site. The Site Team maintain high standards of cleanliness and take pride in the <br>presentation of the school buildings, following Health and Safety protocols at all times. <br>This role would suit somebody with a flexible and energetic approach who enjoys working <br>as part of a committed and supportive team. <br> <br>Working hours are: <br> <br>15 hours per week or 10 hours per week <br>(6.00am to 9.00am or 3.00pm to 6.00pm to be agreed) <br>  <br>Term time only + 5 Staff Development Days + 6 weeks holiday time working. <br>Equipment, training and induction will be provided. <br> <br>Due to the conditions and complex needs of the pupils at Abbey Court School, continuity <br>and consistency of support is paramount and therefore candidates for all positions will <br>need to commit to the full working hours of the post. <br> <br>We are fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at Abbey Court School. All posts <br>are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring <br>check, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. It is an offence <br>to apply for this role, if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.  Our <br>safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and <br>promote safe working practices across the school. On joining you will be required to undergo <br>continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice, and safeguard our children <br>and young people.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Medway Scale, Grade E2 £23,656 - £24,027 pro-rata (£12.26 - £12.45 per hour)","publishDate":"2024-12-12T14:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/48c50bb4-ab4a-46e7-b36c-049670d1b454.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5013c378-ae87-46c3-97b5-eec47ac1e9d2","title":"Business Administration Level 3 Apprentice - Children’s Health Commissioning Team","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid – Works part in the office (Gun Wharf) and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>There is a position for an Apprentice to provide administrative support to Medway Children’s Partnership Commissioning Team. The team are responsible for the commissioning of a range of children and young people’s services. We are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice who will have the opportunity to develop a range of administration skills but also learn about the process of designing and commissioning services along the way. We welcome applications from Care Experienced Young People (18-25yrs). If you are a care experienced young person from Medway please speak to your personal advisor for support if needed.<br><br>A Medway Council Apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to earn a salary and gain a qualification whilst gathering invaluable workplace skills and experience.<br><br>An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Children’s Commissioning Apprentice to join Medway Children’s Partnership Commissioning Team within the Public Health Service. This is a great chance to gain the Business Administrator Advanced Apprenticeship whilst working for the team who commission children’s health services across Kent and Medway. <br><br>As part of this role you can expect to undertake the following tasks:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Data inputting</li>\n<li>Scanning</li>\n<li>Filing</li>\n<li>Updating of systems</li>\n<li>Email inbox monitoring</li>\n<li>Maintenance of database</li>\n<li>Arranging meetings</li>\n<li>Room bookings</li>\n<li>Taking notes at meetings</li>\n<li>Responding to simple queries via telephone or email</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>For Level 3 Apprentices - </strong>The Business Administrator Apprenticeship is a two year programme incorporating real work experience and learning, to gain the knowledge and development of skills and behaviours to successfully complete the programme. This apprenticeship involves approximately 18 months on the job development, followed by an end point assessment consisting of a knowledge test, a presentation on the project completed; and a discussion on the portfolio of learning and development produced during the apprenticeship. A grading of either Pass or Distinction is achievable.<br><br><em>Ideally you will have good communication and interpersonal skills, combined with competent IT skills, accurate data entry along with a good attention to detail. However we are happy to support you to reach those goals if you are highly motivated and have the desire to learn and succeed. </em><em>If this sounds like the role for you, then we would encourage you to apply today.<br><br></em><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. <br><br></strong>As an Apprentice with Medway Council, you will be a valued member of our Apprenticeship Academy. We will encourage and support you to realise your potential. You will have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in their field and gain insights that can only come from real world experience.<br><br>We will support you every step of the way for you to succeed in your apprenticeship and help you to reach your full potential.<br><br>An openness to review and reflect on your performance and progress is important as well as the willingness to accept feedback that will help you to develop and grow in this role.<br><br>Medway Council’s Apprenticeship Academy extends to all our Apprentices a guarantee that their apprenticeship qualifications will be regularly monitored and quality assured with the respective training providers.<br><br>In return we offer you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>23 days paid annual leave</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Free NUS Apprentice Extra Card- student discounts at 100’s of retailers</li>\n<li>Student rates for Medway Council Leisure Centres</li>\n<li>Student rates for Medway Council Libraries plus free e-books</li>\n<li>Discounted Arriva bus travel</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Important Information<br><br></strong><em><strong>Please note that interviews will be held either in  person or on Microsoft Teams. You will be informed of the interview method, if you are successful in being shortlisted for the role.<br><br></strong></em><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please email Pieter Barry – pieter.barry@medway.gov.uk<br><br></em>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 3 - £236.80 per week","publishDate":"2024-12-12T13:31:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/325259e0-0050-45f1-8bd6-b39a91325738.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f9a53f3c-40dc-478a-800b-889363e830f9","title":"Housing Strategy & Partnerships Apprentice","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid - Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Housing Apprentice to join our team and contribute to the effective management of our housing services.</p>\n<p>The post sits within our Housing Needs Service, a large team that delivers a number of different housing related services for people who live in Medway.</p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity to kick start your career in Housing. Medway Council Housing have a track record of our apprentices continuing to work within Housing and progressing to management positions. If you have a passion for helping others, have an interest in making an impact to those who are homelessness in Medway and are excited to collaborate with a range of different people, we want to hear from you.</p>\n<p>For full details of the post, please see the attached job description.</p>\n<p>Please note you will be expected to work a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.</p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p>\n<p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p>\n<p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Francesca Roma on 01634 331714</em></p>\n<p><em>Interviews are likely to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.  Full details on how this will work will be sent to you, if your application is successfully shortlisted.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£236.80 per week","publishDate":"2024-12-12T13:17:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-02T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/bedf89a5-d581-4f67-82f8-1a7a4b2fa9ce.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a9570e23-06d4-4b95-acd3-7e830d6b5e14","title":"Virtual School Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid - Works part from Gun Wharf and part from home","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you ready to be a Champion for Children in Medway? If you are seeking repetition and predictable, this is NOT the role for you!</p>\n<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join Medway Virtual School (MVS) in our work for the children in care to Medway Council, specifically to support us to improve their educational achievement. </p>\n<p>You will join other members of the team who work with schools, social workers and carers – the list is long – however the goal is the same. Your role is to ensure everyone has the information, advice, guidance and support they need to prevent any drift or delay in ensuring each child or young person has access to appropriate education, is engaged in their learning and confident to access the opportunities available to them.  Your own actions will be varied and will require determination to secure outcomes.  You will provide direct advice, support and training to a range of professionals.</p>\n<p>There will be differences and complexities in situations so you will need to be creative and innovative to ensure the best next step is identified and taken.  You will be managing information from different sources to ensure that information is up to date and readily available; responding to general enquires and providing specialist advice.</p>\n<p>As part of a growing team, you will be well supported as you learn your new role; there will always be ‘change ahead’ and in this you will be surrounded by creative and child centred colleagues. <strong>Children Matter in Medway, and Medway’s Children Matter.</strong></p>\n<p>We would encourage a conversation about the role, please contact <a href=\"mailto:sarah.hall@medway.gov.uk\">sarah.hall@medway.gov.uk</a>  or if you want to read about the work of the virtual school and our responsibilities please have a look here: <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200137/schools_and_learning/1041/education_of_looked-after_children\">MVS</a> or read GOV.UK's guidance on <a href=\"http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/promoting-the-education-of-looked-after-children\">promoting the education of looked-after children and previously looked-after children</a></p>\n<p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p>\n<p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p>\n<p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Susan Bright on 01634 331020.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.</p>\n<p><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p>\n<p>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 4 (£29,793 - £35,410) per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-12T11:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a644bf28-c0f4-46e1-a5b4-07a84e3bc0e0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1c05bc81-a944-4a80-aa3a-ddf5e46e7b0a","title":"Teaching Assistants","employer":"Medway Council","department":"Abbey Court Community School","location":"Abbey Court Community School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you interested in a rewarding career in the field of Special Educational Needs? If so, <br>how about considering a position at Abbey Court School? We are looking to appoint <br>Teaching Assistants to commence as soon as possible. <br> <br>Abbey Court caters for pupils aged 3-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, and is currently <br>located on 2 Strood sites; Cliffe Road (Nursery, Primary and brand new Secondary <br>provision designed and purpose built specifically to meet the needs of our pupils) and Rede <br>Court Road (Further Education). The primary site is also home to our school farm!  <br> <br>Working hours are 32.5 p/w (8.45am – 3.45pm), term time only + 5 staff development days.  <br>Comprehensive training and induction will be provided. <br> <br>Childcare experience, or relevant childcare qualifications are desirable but not essential. <br> <br>Due to the conditions and complex needs of the pupils at Abbey Court School, continuity <br>and consistency of support is paramount and therefore candidates for all positions will <br>need to commit to the full working hours of the post.  If you cannot commit to full-time, we <br>are often looking for supply bank staff, please indicate on the application form. <br> <br>We are fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at Abbey Court School. <br>All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, which includes enhanced criminal <br>records and barring check, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other <br>vetting checks. It is an offence to apply for this role, if you are barred from engaging in <br>regulated activity with children.  Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of <br>policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practices across the <br>school. On joining, you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to <br>maintain safe working practice, and safeguard our children and young people. </p>\n<p>Benefits include free car parking and KCC Pension Scheme <br> <br>View our recruitment video at… <br> <br>http://www.abbeycourt.medway.sch.uk/1308/working-at-abbey-court-school</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Medway Scale, Grade D2 £18,385 - £20,543 per annum + SEN Allowance (£1,491) (FTE £24,404 to £27,269)","publishDate":"2024-12-12T09:49:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-05T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6ad4715b-c265-49cd-8e2f-871f6b72effc.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"42da721c-dd57-4e2e-b82d-1b569843f35b","title":"Patch Caretaker","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"25 Victoria Street","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p>\n<p>Are you ready to make a tangible difference in your community? As a Patch Caretaker, you'll play a hands-on role in maintaining our properties and creating safe, welcoming environments for vulnerable residents. This is more than just a maintenance job – it’s an opportunity to support people on their journey to stability and independence while being part of a compassionate and dynamic team.</p>\n<p>Some of the regular duties will include various health, safety and compliance tasks such as carrying out building, fire, and water checks.<br>You will also be responsible for supporting in general daily activities such as preparing void rooms for new tenants, cleaning, and general service handy work. </p>\n<p>Ideally we are looking for someone who is based around the Medway/Maidstone area and can easily travel between services which are located across the area. </p>\n<p><strong>Pathways to Independence:</strong> Works across Medway and Maidstone, within our Medway portfolio we provide residential resettlement and support for adults who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, within our Maidstone portfolio we provide temporary accommodation and support for adults meeting the priority need threshold by Maidstone Borough Council.</p>\n<p><strong>Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00AM to 17:00PM (including a 30-minute unpaid break). Regular travel between our services in Medway and Maidstone is required. </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary:</strong> £23,800 </p>\n<p><strong>WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE </strong></p>\n<p>This role offers a unique blend of practical work and meaningful impact. As a Patch Caretaker, you’ll be at the heart of creating safe, welcoming spaces that help transform the lives of our residents. From maintaining properties to building positive relationships with residents and colleagues, every day brings a sense of purpose and achievement.</p>\n<p><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proven appropriate experience in a similar role, and able to carry out cleaning, handyperson work, and health and safety checks</li>\n<li>Full UK Driving Licence</li>\n<li>Ability to use, learn, and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs</li>\n<li>Ability to work flexibly and at various sites across Social Interest Group</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment laws and practices in accommodation setting </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>ABOUT US</strong></p>\n<p>Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</p>\n<p>SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.</p>\n<p>Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a></p>\n<p>Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.</p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>.</p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. </p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. </p>\n<p>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£20,000 - £24,999","publishDate":"2024-12-11T16:20:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-09T16:20:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c089f4bf-ac21-46cd-af71-696017de4aeb.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0e607f6f-1adb-4ddb-91a4-34cc2ac417d9","title":"Social Worker Fostering (Connected Carers)","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Chatham, Kent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>A vacancy has arisen for an Experienced Social Worker to join the Connected Carers Team. 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Assistant Youth Development Worker (Wrap Around Team)

Medway Council

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£25,695 - £28,718 per annum

Broadside, Leviathan Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham ME4 4LL (On-Site)

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