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Job Category : Facilities & Environmental Services

Location : Tadlow House,  Royal Borough of Kingston

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 07:00

End Time : 15:15

Salary: £13.21

DBS is a MUST required.

MUST have a clean Full UK drivers license.

Manuel position physically fitness is a requirement 

Report writing & basic IT skills is a must

Positions will be based in Kingston.

Monday – Friday 7am-3.15pm (36 hours a week)

Previous experience would be beneficial

Training will be provided.

1. Customer Service and focus
2. ● “It is of paramount importance that the Council’s objective of working within an engagement culture with its residents is realised. This objective is multifaceted and includes community led scrutiny, audit and testing of decisions and service provision, and to ensure a greater level of information sharing, empowerment and engagement by residents. This will be achieved by employing a range of formal and informal methods to involve residents and it is the responsibility of every post holder in the Council to contribute to the development and sustainability of this ethos.”
3. ● To meet the Council’s customer service standards demonstrating professionalism and courtesy at all times to colleagues, customers and stakeholders.
4. ● Understands the needs and expectations of internal and external customers and partners including service departments and partner organisations and to provide them with information and advice relating to the service provided.
5. ● To demonstrate a passionate “can-do” attitude to customer service and to demonstrate ownership, responsibility, flexibility, collaboration with others and empathy that raises the Council’s profile based on excellent communication skills.
6. ● To act as the front line contact with residents to foster excellent customer care relations between residents and the Council to include:
7. ● To report complaints to the Team Leader Estate Services.
8. ● Resolving initial complaints about the service.
9. ● To attend Resident Association meetings as required.
10. ● To be involved in resident participation and consultation activities.

● To effectively engage and involve customers in current and future service delivery.

Knowledge, including educational qualifications 

1. Good general education
2. Understanding of the needs of estate residents and services
3. Understanding of good customer service
4. Ability to use information technology to undertake required duties

Experience: Tier One

1. Significant experience of caretaking and estate services
2. Experience of working to tight deadlines
3. The ability to drive all RBK Housing Vehicles and in possession of a valid driving licence

Experience: Tier Two – in addition to Tier One requirement the following is applicable

1. Significant staff management experience

Experience of resident consultation

Job Category : Social Care – Qualified

Location : County Hall North, West Sussex County Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: £30.55

Location : County Hall North, Horsham 

Drivers License required 

Duty Weeks : Must be onsite one week in every four. Candidates are also expected to be in the office at least twice a week, whilst visiting families face to face.  

Payrate : £38. Whilst we are able to pay up to £42, this rate is for those deemed to be at ASW level. Please ensure your candidates are aware that the pay rate they request may not be the rate they are offered; managers are assessing skills and competency at interview. If the candidate is being offered less than requested, we will make the reasoning clear whilst providing feedback.

The Horsham office offers a large canteen area,  parking facilities, very close to the town centre with good shops and cafes and a very large park and leisure centre on its doorstep.  

You will act as a professional who practices effectively with high quality judgement, in situations of complexity, risk, uncertainty and challenge in line with the Professional Capabilities Framework. Manage caseloads with confidence and independence and are recognised as a source of reliable knowledge and advice and use your initiative to broaden your expertise. You help to support case conferences and produce quality assessments, taking shared responsibility and be accountable for your professional development. You will support equality and diversity and respect anyone working for or in contact with WSCC. 

The candidate needs: 

– To be an experienced worker with at least 2/3 years safeguarding experience. 

– Recent Front line – child protection work 

– Good assessment skills that are able to identify risk 

– Direct work with children to be able to identify their needs 

– Good multi agency working experience 

OFSTED UPDATE: In May 2023 Ofsted Inspectors praised West Sussex County Council’s Children’s Services for its ‘relentless approach to improving practice,’ giving the service an overall rating of ‘requires improvement’, with ‘good’ judgements for children in care and leadership and management. The judgements on children needing help and protection and children leaving care are they ‘require improvement to be good’. This rating is up from the last full inspection of Children’s Services back in 2019, when all areas were rated as inadequate.

Inspectors recognised the ‘strong, determined and cohesive leadership team’ who have made significant improvements since 2019 and their commitment and focus to make further improvements.

Agency staff are treated as part of the service and encouraged to attend transformational and other leadership events

Qualifications and/or experience:

• A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body. 

• Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body. 

• Knowledge of theoretical Social Work concepts and practices, with demonstrable examples of dealing with complex issues, for example, attachment, impact of developmental trauma and child development. 

• Experience of effectively coaching and supervising others, acting as practice role model and promoting exemplary practice. • Experience of managing levels of risk within a caseload

Job Category : Interims

Location : ALEXANDRA HOUSE, London Borough of Haringey

Hours Per Week : 40.00

Start Date : immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: £357.60 per day

Must be at least MRICS qualified with 5 years post qualified experience in commercial property with a private practice or client side. previous work with a local authority would be also be ideal but not essential.  Experience of lettings, rent reviews and management dealing with tenants and managing a varied portfolio of commercial property assets.   

1.         Effectively managing the Haringey property portfolio to maximise value, reduce costs, enhance long term value and increase returns, with a focus on both financial performance and social and economic benefits.   

2.         Take ownership for identifying and executing value add opportunities and asset management initiatives across the assets.

3.         Delivering commercial arrangements (including leases and acquisitions) which meet the council’s needs.

4.         Act as an “intelligent client”  to our supply chain and property managers on all property management issues.  

5.         Working with Senior colleagues in developing and delivering the Haringey’s property strategy in line with wider Council policy.  

6.         Maximising property regeneration opportunities from Haringey assets through development enabling work and ensuring asset disposals meet Councils objectives and represent best value.

7.         Undertake budgeting, forecasting and financial management in respect of the property portfolio which is valued at circa £2.77bn. 

8.         Managing and advising on cross Haringey initiatives and policies

9.         Understand future workstreams and ensure the expected consequences of the business strategy inform the development of the wider Haringey Property Stragety

10.       Create robust business cases to support strategy recommendations; feasibility management, quantifying value creation and other commercial benefits appropriately tailored to departmental objectives.  Support progress through Programme / Investment Boards up to Cabinet approval 

11.       Develop effective client relationships with our professional advisors and with service teams, Legal and Finance colleagues to present a unified Haringey view.  

You’ll be currently working as a property professional in a private or public-sector organisation linked to property, infrastructure or housing.  you will be used to working in a professional property team; leading on asset management, delivering advice to clients and prioritising work whilst always looking for ways to improve and innovate and help to lead and steer surveyors within the team.  Whatever your background, if you have the skills, passion and determination we’re looking for then you will be supported to succeed.  

You will be educated to degree level, have a property related qualification or be working towards these with excellent and detailed experience within the industry.  Your experience will include working as a leader and establishing good relationships with key business heads and senior stakeholders.   As a property professional you understand and can demonstrate compliance with Statutory, Regulatory and Professional requirements.

You will have a firm understanding and demonstrable track-record in handling asset management initiatives: lettings, rent reviews, re-gears, refurbishments as well as hold / sell analysis in addition to a thorough understanding of commercial leases A range of experience and a good knowledge of legal negotiations and contracts/agreements.   You will be able to produce quality reports and analysis in tight time constraints.  

You are an effective communicator and negotiator, able to influence others by articulating reasons to gain agreement.  You think ahead to identify problems and find solutions, giving direction and communicating confidently.  You can inspire others to work towards a long-term goal and recognise wider strategic implications.

You can manage a changing portfolio of projects and priorities with the ability to deliver to tight deadlines, manage teams, prioritise work and adapt your working style to meet the different needs of each client or transaction.  You are able to work through difficulties and establish a shared way forward.

You will be proficient in:

•          procuring and managing consultants such as agents, surveyors, planners, and solicitors.

•          Navigating public policy, preparing land development; Acquisition and disposal strategies and presenting papers to our relevant approval/board meetings.

•          Running disposal tenders, analysing information, financial appraisals, and contracting land deals.

•          A range of experience and a good knowledge of legal negotiations and contracts/agreements

A results-focused, motivated and creditable individual with the ability to

provide expert advice and strategic guidance on all property related issues

in relation to all property portfolios.

Expert knowledge and understanding of legislative, policy and contextual

framework affecting the work of the service; an understanding of the

workings of local government, public sector management, and current and

future challenges facing local authorities.

Essential

Excellent political awareness and ability to advise elected members on

policy choices and develop positive partnerships with elected Members.

Degree in a property related field or Chartered Surveyor (member of RICS) or

equivalent.

Job Category : Social Care & Health Qualified

Location : County Hall, Somerset Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £28.19

The role is in a Children Looked After Team based in the Taunton Office 

The role is a full time post covering 37 hours a week.

Office hours are 08:30 till 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:30 till 4:30 on  Friday.

We operate a hybrid working arrangements with workers coming into the office at least twice a week.

Caseloads of no more than 16.

Job Category : Sec / Admin

Location : The Wilson Centre, Hull City Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £11.18

The post holder will provide effective, efficient and customer focussed support services to the Temporary Accommodation Team as required to support the delivery of a high-quality front-line service.

This will include providing administrative and practical support as required to enable the team to deliver the service such as ordering goods and services, arranging for the payment of invoices and liaising with managers where dispensations are required, supporting the team with setting up temporary accommodation, arranging the clearing & cleaning of vacated temporary accommodation, dealing with enquiries coming into the team and supporting colleagues with visits as necessary.  It will include interaction with internal and external customers, stakeholders, partners and elected members and any other general administrative task as the wider Housing Access Service requires, which may include assisting the Head of Service (Access & Well Being) and other managers and team leaders in the service

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1.         Provides a professional, empathetic and high-quality service in response to customers approaching the service for advice and assistance which may be in person, over the phone, in writing or via IT systems. 

2.         Provides a responsive and flexible service to colleagues and customers in respect of the provision of emergency TA, often with little or no notice.  This may include, but is not limited to, arranging furniture packs, supporting with the set-up of utilities, arranging safety checks and décor as appropriate and within agreed protocols, liaising with the council’s or external contractors as and when appropriate.  This will involve travelling between many different locations.

3.         Prioritises their own caseload and also collaborates with their team to identify pressure points and agree and contribute to team priorities, to meet the demands of the service and ensure targets are met.   

4.         Administers their workload efficiently ensuring accurate and professional information is recorded on systems as appropriate.  Collates statistics where required to feed into performance management activity and ensures that the required information is fed back to government HCLIC (homelessness) returns.  

5.         Processes requests for goods and services following procurement procedures.  This includes monitoring stock levels, identifying needs and ordering as required, receiving deliveries, resolving discrepancies as appropriate and processing invoices for payment (including arranging dispensations with the relevant manager if required).

6.         Receives, responds to and routes general enquiries as appropriate in accordance with agreed protocols, projecting a responsive and professional image of the service which is understanding of and sensitive to the needs of our customers.

7.         Performs their duties from various locations as required including other council buildings, empty properties, customer’s homes or community settings.  

8.         Supports colleagues within the wider Housing Access Service as is appropriate according to service pressures and priorities.

9.         Mentors new starters to the service as deemed appropriate.

10.       To promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and/or vulnerable adults.

Qualifications:

NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration, Customer Service or similar or equivalent relevant experience

Relevant Experience:

Experience of working in a busy administration environment

Experience of delivering customer services ensuring excellent customer experiences

Experience of working to tight deadlines in a very busy environment

Experience of handling sensitive data

Skills (including thinking challenge/mental demands):

Ability to use Microsoft Office systems (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Ability to work flexibly and effectively within a team

Ability to use initiative to appropriately prioritise work according to service pressures

Able to work in a non-judgemental way with customers from a range of backgrounds

Ability to carry out tasks according to agreed protocols and perform to pre-determined standards

Ability to record accurate data both in IT systems and written form

Demonstrates a positive attitude to change; the service and working practices will constantly evolve and adapt to changing legislation, operating environment and demands.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of General Data Protection Regulations 2016

Knowledge of housing policies and procedures, particularly those relating to housing allocations and homelessness

Basic awareness of the issues that customers approaching the council for help with housing might be experiencing

Broad knowledge of the range of housing options available in the city

Job Category : Management

Location : Riverside House, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £250.00

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with substantial experience in programme management and strong analytical skills to join us in the role of Programme Manager. This role will sit within the Service Improvement and Governance team which supports our colleagues in Adult Care to strive for excellence through the provision of change management support and guidance. The post holder will be responsible for managing a programme of works which aims to dramatically reduce waiting list times within Adult Social Care to improve the service we offer and complete assessments in a timely manner.  This will require the oversight of a small team to ensure the effective delivery of the waiting list improvement programme. The postholder will be proficient in the use of spreadsheets and other analytical tools to track actions and drive the programme forward. They will also need to have strong interpersonal skills.

•          Significant experience of planning and project management in all its forms, including

supporting the development and delivery of the key priorities as previously mentioned.

•          A demonstrable history of the ability to initiate, manage and implement change initiatives in service delivery.

•          Experience of working in an intelligence and improvement role ideally within a supervisory capacity.

•          Experience of the development, analysis and interpretation of complex quantitative and qualitative evidence for presentation to a wide range of audiences including recommendations for improvement.

•          Highly competent in utilising a wide variety of computer applications to create professional and high-quality reports, analysis and presentations to achieve the desired outcome. 

•          High level of analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret and effectively communicate technical specifications and guidelines to actively lead the completion of programmes.

•          Experience of leading high level service improvements, communicating progress to senior managers and ensuring the delivery of customer outcomes, performance standards and organisational priorities.

Key Duties/Areas of Responsibility

1.         To ensure business change is achieved across the Housing Service through the implementation of a new Housing Management system and associated technologies to deliver the following outcomes:

a.         Adherence to statutory and local policies, guidance and procedures

b.         Implementing a best practice solution aligned to the Design Principles

c.         Improved performance and performance monitoring

d.         Delivery of the new system to the timescales and within the project budget (both internal and supplier cost envelopes)

e.         Delivery in line with the contractual terms and conditions with proactive management of variance via escalation, change control and/ or available penalties within the terms

2.         Ensure that the project produces the required products within the specified tolerances of time, cost, quality, scope, risk and benefits.

3.         Producing a project plan, identifying, securing and managing resources (within the project framework).

4.         Develop and foster effective relationships with external stakeholders, partners and agencies, representing and promoting the Council’s interests with these groups.

5.         Responsible for ensuring that the project is focussed throughout its lifecycle on achieving its objectives and delivering the forecast benefits as defined.

6.         Report to Project Board and other governance structures as appropriate.

7.         Maximising the deployment of mobile technologies, digital and self-service across the Housing Service.

8.         Manging the “Go Live” process with appropriate sign off by key roles and third party suppliers.

9.         Liaise with suppliers’ project managers and other internal project managers to deliver the project.

10.       Co-ordinate work on the project, chairing project team meetings, ensuring that all parties perform satisfactorily and report regularly to client and/or Council Members on progress and costs.

11.       Provide professional advice on managing the project and associated risks.

12.       Contribute to the Council’s budget process, advising the senior managers within the directorate and Elected Members on service priorities and implications of budgetary options

Key Areas of Knowledge and Experience

Broad range of experience in IT projects and performance management

Knowledge and understanding of issues and their impact relating to the delivery of large change programmes

Experience of managing people effectively within a customer focussed services delivery organisation

Experience of the principles of operating a business in a competitive environment and within a public sector context

Experience of contributing to partnership and multi-agency working

Practical knowledge of project management techniques and leading a team to deliver to standard and timescale

Knowledge and understanding of the aims and objectives of housing services

Experience of service improvement 

Experience of managing financial resources

Utilising a range of ICT systems and applications 

 Qualifications

NQF Level 7 qualification e.g. Post Graduate Certificates and Diplomas with extensive experience in the relevant specialist area and other related areas of work, or a wider range of areas

Or

Evidence of the equivalent level of knowledge gained through work experience

Evidence of continuing professional development

Job Category : Trade & Operatives

Location : Council Offices, Southwark Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:00

End Time : 16:00

Salary: £19.39

Multi Trade Plumber•          Qualified plumber with at least one other qualified trade and able to complete all aspect of plumbing

Job Category : Social & Health Care Qualified

Location : Queens Road 1, Southwark Council

Hours Per Week : 21.60

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £27.79

The post holder will provide team leadership and supervision and line management of the 4 Positive Behaviour Support Workers. The role will involve working in partnership with the social care team, NDS CAMHS and other partner agencies. It will involve both leadership and direct work with CYP and their families. 

Alongside supervision/ line management support of the specialist support workers the post holder will complete initial assessments and manage and screen referrals to the team. The post holder will use their skills and expertise to support the Positive Behaviour Support Workers to plan and develop interventions in the family home aimed at reducing behaviours that challenge and will support the production of accessible behaviour support plans and other relevant documents. There is also opportunity for the post holder to use their skills to deliver direct interventions in line with team and client need. 

The post holder will input into the development of training delivered to families, support providers and social care staff. 

The post holder will need to have a adaptable and collaborative approach to work recognising and supporting with the priorities of the social care team. 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Providing leadership to PBS team. Including line management of 4 support workers.
2. Have oversight of team work; screening referrals in collaboration with social care and partner agencies, completing initial assessments, and reviewing time scales of input.
3. Working in partnership with the social car team, NDS CAMHS, and other partner agencies.
4. Promoting the AAD PBS service within the social care team and provide consultations with social care practitioners. 
5. Supporting the delivery of training within the social care team and potentially other agencies. 
6. Collaborative working with other agencies delivery PBS in borough ( CAMHS)

Collecting and reporting on KPI’s

Knowledge, including educational qualifications:

•          Post Graduate qualification in Positive Behaviour Support or equivalent and documented evidence of continuing professional development.

•          2:1 Degree or recognised equivalent qualification (i.e. Psychology, Nursing, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Positive Behaviour Support, Autism, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy).

•          Post qualifying experience of working with clients with learning disabilities and/or autism whose behaviours challenge.

•          Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act/Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.

•          Knowledge of current local and national legislation, guidance and policies for people with a Learning Disability and/or who display behaviour that challenges.

•          Knowledge of safeguarding and safeguarding procedures for children and young people.

Experience:

•          Experience of implementing a positive behavioural support approach/strategies. 

•          Experience/ understanding of social care for children with disabilities.

•          Experience of working with people who display behaviour that may challenge.

•          Ability to complete specialist functional behavioural assessments and undertake functional analysis of data.

•          Experience in multi-agency working.

•          Experience of service improvement and development.

•          Experience in planning developing and presenting training to other professionals, service users, and support networks

•          Experience as supervisor( clinical and management supervision)

Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies:

•          Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.

•          Excellent written and oral communication skills, and numerical skills.

Job Category : Environmental Services

Location : 160 Tooley Street, Southwark Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:45

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £17.90

Must have 6 months (or more) experience in dealing with Formal Representations and/or informal appeal against the PCN (issued within London). Full understanding of TMA 2004 & RTA 1991 is required.

Responsibilities

1.    To strive to achieve excellent dispute resolution service and customer service.

2.    To develop a sense of pride, passion, and a ‘can-do attitude, reduce the number of complex investigations being completed and focus staff on providing services right the first time.

3.    To investigate and draft responses to complex complaints & appeals made against Penalty Charge Notices (PCN) at all stages of the Statutory process, including representations and debt recovery (County Court action).

• To interview the complainant and conduct home or site visits where necessary.

5.    To provide excellent customer services over the phone and emails while dealing with PCN, parking or permit enquiries.

6.    Ensure all permit applications, including bay suspensions and vehicle dispensations, are processed within the deadline.

7.    To learn lessons from complaints/appeals and, in conjunction with the parking services management team, implement changes that result in improved service delivery across the parking service and work with senior managers to ensure these changes are implemented.

8.    Implement the Council’s compensation policy to make compensation awards early on in the procedure, thus minimising costs to the Council.

9.    Provide specialist advice and assistance to departmental officers on applying the Council’s parking policy.

10. Work with the Team Leader in developing training packages and procedures concerning complaint (representations & appeals) handling and the compensation policy.

Knowledge, including educational qualifications:

Demonstrate knowledge of parking enforcement including the relevant act and statutory instruments

Evidence of having dealt with members and the public directly

Experience:

Working in the parking industry

Working in the parking back office

In dealing with parking representations

Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies:

Evidence of ability to respond to customers & senior members of staff over the phone, by email and in writing (by post)

Ability to design, develop, implement, deliver and maintain activity reports for senior managers, statutory and other bodies as necessary

Job Category : Social Care – Qualified

Location: County Hall, North Yorkshire Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: £35.00

Occupational Health Adviser – case management Occupational Health & Wellbeing

North Yorkshire County Council’s Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service is a small, specialist practitioner team of qualified OH Advisers and OH Technicians, led by the Senior OH Adviser – Clinical Manager who reports to the Health and Wellbeing Manager. This team delivers occupational health services, health promotion activity and health surveillance programmes to managers and staff across the Council, plus Schools & Academies and external contracts. 

The OH Adviser  role has significant autonomy to self-manage their own workload with the ability to working flexibly from home although the service is based on campus in the Lodge at the County Hall offices in Northallerton. 

We are looking for a strong candidate with a proven track record of working to the highest of standards, clinically and operationally, and who is passionate about the benefits proactive occupational health can bring to organisations. You will be customer, performance and solution focused with extensive experience of managing your own case load.

The ideal candidate will be looking for 15 – 20 hours working alongside a team of dedicated professionals and experts. They will possess the right qualifications, excellent communication skills and in particular, a strong knowledge and experience of how the practicality and effectiveness of advice impacts in realising positive outcomes i.e.. effective case management conclusion.

Operational management

            •          To provide occupational health service to clients of North Yorkshire County Council to give advice, guidance and support on work related health matters including suitability for employment, fitness to work and rehabilitation to the required professional standards in compliance with legislation and local NYCC or relevant employer policies.

•          Contribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of effective and efficient health promotion activity for staff within the Council, Schools and other external clients ensuring that the department delivers a value for money service.

•          Use clinical skills and knowledge to give specialist advice and support to peer groups, staff, clients and managers. 

•          Highlight areas of opportunity for process and service development that secures increased efficiency of service delivery and promotes proactive health promotion and ill health prevention. 

•          Provide clinical and professional leadership, advice and guidance to clinical and non-clinical staff in Health and Wellbeing Services and foster collaborative partnerships with other Services and disciplines.

•          To participate in the clinical supervision process to ensure safe effective evidence based advice and guidance is given to managers.

•          Ensure the clinical standards are embedded in practice and monitored in accordance with the needs of the service in conjunction with the line manager.

•          To engage in clinical audit according to departmental processes and requirements.

Knowledge

•          Detailed knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health Nursing and all core Occupational Health services

•          Sound understanding of Health and Safety legislation and the Equality Act 2010

•          Research/Evidence based practice

•          Health Promotion

•          Clinical Governance

Experience

• Significant post registration experience or the ability to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge.
• Proven track record of Occupational Health Nursing experience or the ability to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge.
• Clinic based work experience in a nurse led environment
• Experience of providing Health screening and health surveillance activity
• Proven track record in the planning and delivery of successful Health promotion initiatives
• Recent experience of auditing against Occupational Health standards
• Recent experience and proven track record of influencing and implementing changes to clinical protocols
• Recent experience of Policy formulation
• Proven track record of working in partnership with external agencies

Professional Qualifications/Training/Registrations required by law, and/or essential for the performance of the role

•          Registered General Nurse

•          Registered Occupational Health Nurse (Degree or Diploma)

Other Requirements

•          Ability to travel across the County

•          Ability to attend meetings outside of normal business hours of normal business hours

Job Category :Social Care – Qualified

 Location : Durban House, West Sussex County Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: £28.04

Working arrangements : The role will require assessment and face to face work in West Sussex. There will be a requirement for some office working which could be at Bognor, Horsham or Worthing offices particularly at the start to get inducted and introduced to the teams, after induction it could be up to 2 days a week in the office. 

Location – County Wide – Offices are based at Bognor , Horsham and Worthing . Horsham and Bognor 

Job Description : The Transition Teams are county-wide teams that offer a service to young people from the age of 16 who have lifelong disabilities. Lifelong disability transition services are for those young people with physical disability, learning disability and / or autism. The focus of the team is to support people moving from childhood to adulthood and plan for the time after the person turns 18. Transition is a busy and exciting time for workers and young people. You will be expected to work within organisational, policy and legislative frameworks as you support young people to increase their independence and plan for the future. As a Social Worker within a busy community team, you will be responsible for achieving positive change and improved outcomes for young people. You will have a varied, complex caseload, and provide an accountable social care service to those people who access or need the service. You will be undertaking high quality assessments and reviews including mental capacity act assessments, responding to safeguarding enquiries, and working as part of a team. You will be expected to work within organisational, policy and legislative requirements. You will have the opportunity to apply your social work skills, experience and values to the work that you do in supporting young people, their support networks and your team. For this role, you will be expected to be a dedicated social work practitioner who can apply relevant theoretical social work concepts, practices and knowledge relating to the challenges that transitioning to adulthood can present to the people we support. We are looking for people who have high aspirations for themselves, the people they support and their profession. You will be solution focused and systematic with the ability and willingness to work flexibly to assist customers, carers and families and have a good understanding of partner agencies. You will be evidence-based, challenging and objective in your professional approach whilst empathising and building up good and honest relationships with individuals, families and other partners e.g. health, support providers. You will be expected to understand and work within organisational policy and legislative frameworks. You will understand the principles of safeguarding and be able to apply these when called upon to do so. You will have a positive approach to risk enablement and a keen motivation to ensure people can develop into the lives they want to lead. You need to be able to form and maintain positive working relationships, and will be a committed team player who proactively supports colleagues. You will be able to organise your own workload, respond independently and creatively to unexpected problems and situations (with support from your line manager for advice and guidance on serious problems), and you will have the ability to take a person-centred approach and work with families whilst ensuring the voice, views and aspirations of the individuals are heard in assessments and support planning. You will be motivated to contribute to the success of the team by supporting the duty function which includes managing incoming work under the supervision of a duty manager. You will be able to plan creatively with individuals and families ensuring best use is made of family and community resources whilst ensuring you follow agreed processes accurately and in a timely way. You will undertake post-qualifying training and maintain any records of training in line with Social Work England requirements. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.

Qualifications and/or experience: 

• Degree in relevant professional or equivalent qualification e.g. Certificate of Qualification in Social Work or Diploma in Social Work. 
• Completion of relevant post-qualifying training. 
• Registration with the relevant professional registration body and 

responsibility for maintaining registration with that body. 

• Advanced theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of social work. 

Good, up-to-date working knowledge of legislation relevant to the specialist 

area of the post e.g. The Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act. 

• Good understanding of the necessity of working with partnership agencies 

including health, housing, learning, statutory, voluntary and independent 

sector.

• Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency/ 

multidisciplinary setting. 

• Valid, full driving licence. 
• Experience of working in partnership with those who access or need the 

service and maintaining a focus on the needs of the individual whilst 

handling conflict and disagreement. 

• Experience of effectively coaching and supervising others, acting as practice 

role model and promoting exemplary practice. 

• Experience of managing levels of risk within a complex caseload. 

Job Category : Social Care – Qualified

Location : St Richard’s Hospital, West Sussex County Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: £27.92

Location – St Richards Hospital 

Working arrangements : Mixture of home and hospital – will be required to attend the hospital to support with duty and visit the wards to undertake assessments and attend family meetings etc We also work as part of the multi-disciplinary team covering A&E and the emergency floor. Most people attend the hospital about twice a week but this is flexible and depends on the rota.

**need to be able to come onto the hospital sites a minimum of 2 days per week to complete face to face assessments**

Job description :

The aim is making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. The requirement of the hospital Social Work Team is to respond within timescales to assess people both in the hospital and those that have recently been discharged from hospital. We assist them with arranging any care and support they may need in the longer term to maximise their independence. The work is varied fast paced and there are opportunities to gain experience in working with a variety of professionals both in the Hospitals and Community Resources including the Voluntary sector. The Team are supportive and we are committed to offering opportunities for workers to develop themselves as Practitioners. 

As a Social Worker, you will: • Accountable for delivering a statutory social work service • Have compassion and empathy to support individuals who need our services • Work in partnership with colleagues to deliver a high standard of social work practice • Work hard to support people to regain their skills and independence following their hospital admission wherever possible. • Have access to a strong and dynamic social work service with clear leadership Please note that this role includes flexible working arrangements and the ability to work in remote environments. Experience and Skills Key Skills: 1. Experience of working proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate strengths-based assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes (in line with relevant legislation), working in partnership with carers, colleagues and a variety of external agencies to meet people’s outcomes. 2. Experience of applying a risk enablement approach and using evidence-based practice. 3. Experience of analysis and interpretation of people related information and data to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision. 4. Experience of contributing to or undertaking safeguarding enquiries. 5. Ability to provide informal supervision and develop the capabilities of less experienced social care practitioners, and to mentor and coach students and apprentices. 6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders to provide clear advice and guidance and interventions. 7. Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, know when to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision, and to prioritise and organise work and meet agreed performance expectations. 8. Sound and accurate IT skills to ensure effective record keeping, compliant with data protection and respecting confidentiality.

Qualifications and/or experience:

•          A Degree in Social Work or a recognised equivalent Social Work qualification., Diploma in Social Work.

•          Registered with Social Work England

•          Experience of undertaking assessments and social work intervention planning, implementation and review by means of creative and pragmatic solutions.

•          Experience of working in partnership with those who access the service and maintaining a focus on the needs and strengths of the people, and the outcomes they want to achieve, whilst handling conflict and disagreement.

•          Experience of managing risk within a risk enablement approach

•          Good, up-to-date working knowledge of relevant legislation e.g., Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) etc.

•          Valid, full driving licence. Desirable.

Experience and Skills

Key Skills:

1.         Experience of working proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate strengths-based assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes (in line with relevant legislation), working in partnership with carers, colleagues and a variety of external agencies to meet people’s outcomes.

2.         Experience of applying a risk enablement approach and using evidence-based practice.

3.         Experience of analysis and interpretation of people related information and data to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.

4.         Experience of contributing to or undertaking safeguarding enquiries.

5.         Ability to provide informal supervision and develop the capabilities of less experienced social care practitioners, and to mentor and coach students and apprentices.

6.         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders to provide clear advice and guidance and interventions.

7.         Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, know when to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision, and to prioritise and organise work and meet agreed performance expectations.

8.         Sound and accurate IT skills to ensure effective record keeping, compliant with data protection and respecting confidentiality.

Job Category : Interims

Location : London Borough of Haringey

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: £619.04

Main Responsibilities (in addition to indicative accountabilities on generic profile):

1.         To take overall responsibility for managing the capital programme from inception to completion to a high level of construction excellence. 

2.         To manage diverse teams of technical staff, consultants, and building contractors to ensure our annual objectives are met, that the terms of our contracts are complied with and good value of money is achieved 

3.         To provide outstanding leadership, motivation and support to staff, and to ensure all staff are recruited, trained, managed and appraised as appropriate. 

4.         To prepare committee and Board reports as necessary, and ensure approvals are sought via the appropriate governance channels 

5.         To ensure the programme is procured and managed in a manner which allows for the full recovery of works charges from leaseholders 

6.         To ensure that requirements outlined within contracts are delivered and that the necessary action taken where contractual obligations are not being met.

7.         To work with a diverse range of stakeholders to develop clear project briefs, governance and reporting frameworks, and performance monitoring throughout the lifecycle of capital projects.  Put in place clear and effective arrangements for engaging service users (internal and external); partner organisations; related services; and the wider community in the development of services and / or the achievement of strategic outcomes.

8.         To report accurately on project progress, highlighting significant risks or issues which could impact the projects successful delivery 

9.         To work with the Commercial and Contracts Manager to ensure that accurate spend forecasts and budgets are prepared as part of the monitoring process 

10.       To proactively manage risk, identifying problems before they arise, and any risks/issues are escalated via appropriate channels to senior officers and members.

11.       To ensure projects are compliant with relevant procurement legislations and the company’s standing orders 

12.       Where necessary to prepare business cases to support the funding of proposed capital works projects or new commissions 

13.       To develop new processes and internal guidance documents to support the delivery of projects 

14.       To advise, consult and communicate with stakeholders on progress 

15.       To work effectively with the knowledge management team, ensuring that data and information flow is accurate and regular 

16.       To work collaboratively with the Mechanical and Electrical team and Repairs Service to ensure work is joined up 

17.       Undertake any other duties reasonably required that are consistent with the grade and basic objectives of the post

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience (in addition to those on generic profile):

1.         Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant working experience.  Relevant professional qualification in project management, building construction or related disciplines 

2.         A track record of successfully delivering large, complex construction related capital works projects, including planning, managing and monitoring, to deliver desired outcomes within specified time, quality and budget parameters. 

3.         Demonstrable experience of delivering service improvements and/or transformation within a housing environment which delivered excellent outcomes.

4.         Experience of managing various contracts including knowledge of  JCT, PPC and NEC

5.         Experience of leading and managing high performing teams   Excellent manager of people and resources with a track record of delivering complex projects and programmes. And being able to lead teams through periods of change 

6.         Experience of managing and overseeing a diverse range of professional services to deliver complex and challenging construction projects 

7.         Experience of operating in a commercial environment 

8.         Experience of delivering estate renewal projects

9.         Able to lead and deliver under pressure of time, budget and customer involvement at all times

10.       Good time management and project management skills 

11.       Able to manage a diverse portfolio of projects with a complex range of stakeholders 

12.       Able to work in areas where the individual has no direct experience, drawing on professional services to support delivery 

13.       Knowledge of procurement legislation 

14.       Knowledge of the construction industry and awareness of new and innovative working practices including technical knowledge of building construction 

15.       Ability to assess risk and promote a balanced and proactive approach to risk and risk mitigation across the programme without being risk averse

16.       Understanding knowledge and ability to follow guidelines that ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work, Data Protection and other statutory requirements.

17.       Understanding and commitment to promoting and implementing the Council’s Equal Opportunities policies.

18.       Knowledge and experience of using relevant IT

Indicative Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

          Deep and detailed knowledge of principles and practices gained through extensive experience and development in a specific field.

          Degree level or equivalent qualification plus relevant experience.

          Membership of appropriate professional body by examination e.g. CIPFA, RICS or evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).

          Excellent communication skills.

          Ability to work with high level internal and external stakeholders.

          Ability to manage complex service delivery within a challenging and political environment.

          Understands the commercial context of the service they provide.

          Ability to exercise initiative and good judgement in delivering service and Council aims and objectives.

Job Category : Interims

Location : Council Offices, Broxtowe Borough Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £300.00 per day

Estates Officer required for sick cover.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. To assist the Head of Service and Estates Manager with the management of the Council’s General Fund property estate which includes a variety of assets covering retail, industrial, community spaces and office premises. Managing your own caseload of properties where work duties include undertaking lease renewals, rent reviews, Licence agreements, insurance recharges and dealing with new lettings and lease terminations. 
2. Undertake day to day management of the Council’s General Fund land and property estate in accordance with the Councils policies specifically the Scheme of Delegation. Delivering an excellent estate management service in a timely manner and in line with RICS principles.
3. Develop and maintain good Landlord and Tenant relationships with the Council’s tenants. Ensuring clear, appropriate and timely communication. 
4. Deal with the marketing, negotiation and completion of new lettings for vacant units within the portfolio. Undertake inspections, viewings and marketing of properties. Where necessary, instruct and manage external consultants for more complex property lettings. 
5. Deal with property administration for the efficient management of tenant rent accounts including raising of rent invoices, creating and terminating tenant accounts and resolving outstanding arrears. 
6. Run and manage the administration of service charge accounts. Including service charge budgets and reconciliations each financial year for retail and industrial assets. This involves creating a schedule and report of costs, liaising with tenants, raising invoices and credit notes to ensure property accounts are up to date and present to Estate Manager for review and approval. 
7. Undertake and evidence a regular programme of inspections on land and buildings for a variety of purposes. 
8. Develop good working relationships with a variety of internal departments within the Council, including Legal Services, Finance, Business Support Team, Business Rates, Housing and Econcomic Development, to provide an integrated and corporate approach to the management of the General Fund land and property estate. 
9. To be responsible for managing the property generic inbox, keep a record of and coordinate responses to enquiries, in a timely manner. Manage and respond to general enquiries regarding the Council’s property estate both from external parties and internal departments. Providing professional property advice where required. 
10. Work with the Estates Team to assist in undertaking annual asset valuations for financial accounting purposes. Liaising with auditors and external valuers where required to provide information on the valuations undertaken and assistance where necessary. 
11. Deal with third parties and utility providers’ requests for access to the Estate and to negotiate agreements where required. 
12. Undertake inspections and investigations on property matters and assist with compilation of draft reports for delegation and submission to Cabinet.
13. Carry out any other duties that are within the scope and grading of the post which could also be requested by the line manager or Head of Service.  

Job Category : Sec / Admin

Location : Magdalen House, Bootle, L20 3NJ, Sefton MBC

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

The successful applicant will have responsibility for providing business support for the team including: supporting the team with Sefton Liquid Logic database, typing, telephone duties, note taking in a variety of operational meetings, co-ordinating the gathering of information from other agencies to support the manager and any other admin duties within the team.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.  IT skills and operational skills in the use of Liquid Logic.  The role requires the ability to work under pressure in a team setting.  A flexible approach is necessary”

Job Category : Catering / Hospitality

Location :Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £12.47

Accountabilities: Responsible for the day to day running of the shop. The aim of the manager is to maximise profit while minimising costs by:

•          Creating a customer service led culture which is always striving to improve performance 

•          Scheduling the staff rotas, ensuring correct staff levels at all times

•          Managing stock levels and making key decisions about stock control

•          Analysing sales figures and forecasting future sales

•          Analysing and interpreting trends to facilitate planning

•          Recording all sales figures by “maker” for data analysis and forward planning

•          Providing training and support for retail apprentices who will form the staff team for the shop

•          Dealing with staffing issues such as interviewing potential staff, conducting appraisals and performance reviews, as well as providing and / or organising training and development.  

•          Ensuring standards for quality and health & Safety are met

•          Resolving Health & Safety and security issues

•          Responding to Customer complaints and comments

•          Organising special promotions, displays and events

•          Updating colleagues on business performance, new initiatives and other pertinent issues

•          Having a presence on the shop floor, engaging with colleagues and customers, and identifying or resolving urgent issues.

•          Playing an active role on the shop floor with the team

•          Being main point of contact for “makers” who are supplying the stock

•          Offering retail advice to makers to enhance sales of their stock 

•          Promoting the shop locally predominantly through social media

•          Any other duties that are required of you from time to time

Requirements:

• Five years continuous employment referencing, and consent to undertake a criminal record check 

• Proven retail experience in a management role 

• Previous experience of working to and achieving demanding targets within tight budgets

• Experience in supporting delivery of retail objectives, including maximising sales 

• Coaching and mentoring the team to improve performance

• Leading by example, displaying a hands on approach and setting high standards for your team

• Working knowledge of profit & loss accounts 

• Grade C or equivalent in Numeracy and Literacy

• Demonstrable ability to remain calm under pressure

• Strong knowledge of social media 

• Excellent organisation and administrative skills

Job Category : Senior Interims

Location : Laurence House – Fifth Floor, Lewisham Council

Hours Per Week : 35.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time :09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £345.86 per day

The Front End Developer is responsible for creating high quality web applications using HTML, template languages such as liquid as well as author JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. The Front End Developer will play a critical role working with our Power Platform Development team by creating and maintaining high-quality code to augment our Power Pages products. Knowledge of Azure, and experience with Power Platform, including Power Pages, and experience working with C# code is desirable.

As a Front Developer you will have:

• Develop, test, and implement responsive web applications using HTML, template languages such as liquid and author JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Collaborate with Power Platform developers to understand their requirements and develop solutions that integrate seamlessly with their work.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and provide feedback on potential improvements. Ensure delivery of a high quality user experience, including fit for purpose software, and high standards of access, availability, usability, usefulness and excellent standards of service.
• Maintain and enhance existing web applications, troubleshooting and resolving any issues that may arise.
• Optimise web applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Ensure cross-browser and device compatibility to deliver a seamless user experience.
• Working with other members of the multidisciplinary product team, specify and design end-to-end digital services, covering, for example: user need, business objectives, scope, constraints (such as performance, resources etc.), evaluation and prioritisation of user stories and identification and mitigation of technical risks
• Conduct reviews of user stories and code, and take part in reviews of own work and lead reviews of colleagues’ work

Technical experience:

• Proven experience as a Front End Developer / Web Developer or similar role.
• Excellent skills in HTML, template languages such as liquid, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• API development, working with REST and OData protocols  
• Strong understanding of Azure services, ensuring efficient integration with existing power platform applications.
• Familiarity with power platform, including power pages, is desirable.
• Solid understanding of website architecture and best practices for responsive design.
• Ability to translate UI/UX designs into clean, efficient code.
• Proficient in version control systems such as Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of MS Devops.

Core technical skills:

• Javascript
• HTML
• CSS
• Responsive Design
• REST

Knowledge and Experience 

Strong knowledge of the IT industry/technology solutions to manage and support the provision of digital solutions across the Council 

Excellent understanding and experience of gathering and clarifying business requirements 

Excellent understanding and experience of managing the delivery of digital solutions to agreed business specifications

Demonstrable understanding of the role and significance of digital solutions in the wider business operations

Experience of dealing with multiple concurrent issues and the ability to prioritise appropriately in line with delivery and business priorities 

Experience of networking/forming and sustaining relationships

Strong understanding of technology requirements and good awareness of key trends and developments in the IT industry and potential commercial and operational implications

Demonstrable experience of delivering optimum IT delivery solutions & outcomes 

A general understanding of good practice in relation to digital solutions and potential implications in legal compliance and data protection. 

Ability to communicate and generate understanding on technical issues for non-technical stakeholders

Qualifications

Educated to degree level or equivalent, with evidence of continuous professional or managerial development

Job Category :Social Care – Qualified

Location :852 Cranbrook Road, Redbridge Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £25.29

Learning Disability Social Work Job Description

Qualification: BA or MA in Social Work

Experience: A minimum of 5 years post-qualification LD experience. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT CVs THAT DO NOT HAVE THIS LEVEL OF EXPERINECE IN LD. 

Fundamental to fulfilling the responsibilities of this post is the ability to work collaboratively and to respond flexibly, positively, and successfully to the ever-changing pressures that local authorities and their partners face.  

The candidate must assist Redbridge Council in fulfilling its duties and responsibilities concerning the Care Act 2014, National Framework for NHS CHC assessments, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberties, Safeguarding, and other appropriate legislation.

Fundamental to fulfilling the responsibilities of this post is the ability to respond flexibly and positively across adults to deliver NHS CHC assessments and reviews.

This Job Description is a guide to the level and range of responsibilities the post holder will be expected to undertake initially. It is neither exhaustive nor inclusive and will be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances and demands.

Key Accountabilities Specific to this Post:

1. To provide face-to-face holistic and comprehensive strength-based case management services to all clients, including care management assessments/reviews and carer assessments/reviews, risk assessments, mental capacity assessments, best interest assessments and ordinary residence transfers using your ability to present ideas relating to individual needs to include a range of options.

• To manage and outcome complex Continuing Healthcare cases and disputes. To work collaboratively with Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) as guided by the National Framework for CHC. 

• To liaise and consult with users, carers, colleagues, and a range of statutory and voluntary agencies to compile information to assess client needs.

• Ensure that users have access to translation and interpretation services and that Braille and signing facilities are available wherever possible.

• To be sensitive to the dynamics of the client’s social and cultural situation and facilitate communication – to offer sensitive social work collaboration and an appropriate level of counselling and advocacy.

• To facilitate client independence and empowerment as far as possible by ensuring that all stages of a client’s assessment are strength-based involving the client and carers. Ensure that clients and carers are fully informed of their rights and access all relevant information.

• To produce detailed assessment/care plans/reviews/reports as necessary and maintain up-to-date computerised client records of ahigh standard to ensure good social work practice. Additionally, to provide all required documentation to service users and their representatives on time. 

• To work proactively and extensively in partnership with other agencies, including health, education, carers’ services, careers’services, and other statutory and voluntary agencies, to facilitate joint services planning for service users and their families. 

• To work closely and positively with clients and their families to identify their needs and goals and coordinate necessary resources to meet those goals in a safe, effective, efficient, equitable and person-centred manner, ensuring that individual care plans are responsive to all needs of users, including their religious, cultural and linguistic needs, and the needs of disabled service users.

1.  To work with Commissioning Team, the Housing Resettlement Services. Extra Care Housing and Supported Living providers to identifynon-residential options for service users where appropriate.

1. To liaise with service users and their representatives to signpost/refer them to support services and resources, including benefits, advocacy, housing, citizen’s advice bureau and other external agencies which may assist in meeting their needs.  

1. To maintain a courteous, helpful and polite response to users at all times and to ensure that individual needs are recognised and supported.

1. To attend multidisciplinary case conferences, meetings and reviews, as appropriate, identifying the individual needs of users, recommending appropriate packages of care, and ensuring that service users and carers are supported in making a full contribution to meetings.

1. To work with the Transition Team to manage the smooth handover/transfer of cases to the adult team, ensuring that all entries are updated on Carefirst by the responsible person accordingly

1. To participate in the Team’s Duty Rota, responding to calls requiring urgent intervention, including situations which require investigationand action under Safeguarding Procedures.

1. To respond effectively

Job Category : Social & Health Care Qualified

Location : Sumner House, Southwark Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £23.87

Deputy Team Manager required work in the MASH Team at Southwark.

Responsibilities
Promote and govern excellent practice 

1. Through leadership and management, promote and govern excellent practice to deliver high quality outcomes for children, young people and families in safeguarding and care/pathway planning, ensuring accountability for high professional standards which comply with procedures, agreed timescales and targets. Ensuring the safety of children and young people remains the highest priority. 
2. Responsible for management of the team, overseeing workload and performance management. 

Developing excellent practitioners 

3. Provide high support and high challenge to motivate staff to carry out their roles to the best of their ability and to the standards required of them.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES 

4. Maintain own continuous professional development and that of the team through appropriate training, learning and research opportunities and in conjunction with the Service Manager. 
5. Promote excellence in practice using research and practice evidence, tested to meet local need, setting an expectation that Southwark’s Practice Framework will be applied and developed by practitioners. 
6. Support and assess Newly Qualified Social Workers through their Assessed & Supported Year in Employment (ASYE), others participating in work based routes into social work, and Social Workers preparing for the National Assessment and Accreditation System (NAAS), taking the role of practice educator. 

Shaping and influencing the practice system 

7. Positively manage and contribute to service development within the team and across the service, by sharing practice knowledge and expertise, data and research findings, and by monitoring key performance areas for the team. 
8. Build effective partnerships to deliver services flexibly across the organisation (as governed by service need) and within homes, schools or community settings where required. 

Knowledge, including educational qualifications: 

1. Must hold a recognised social work qualification and a current registration with Social Work England

2. Knowledge of childcare legislation, statutory guidance and the London Protection Procedures

3. Knowledge and understanding of child development, parenting capacity, environmental factors and risk and protective factors

4. Knowledge and understanding of current issues in children’s social work practice, particularly in relation to child protection and planning of interventions

5. Knowledge of roles and responsibilities of key children’s agencies

6. Knowledge of best practice for assessment and care planning, and some understanding of and commitment to the approaches within Southwark’s practice framework; systemic practices including Signs of Safety, restorative practices, and trauma/attachment-informed approaches including Secure Base

7. Experience of professional leadership, holding accountability for the practice and development of others, in order to drive service improvements and embed practice throughout the team

Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies 

Ability to summarise, analyse and evaluate complex information in relation to social work assessment and practice

11. Understanding and commitment to the principles of openness, transparency and accountability and to the principles in Southwark’s practice framework (child/young person-centred, family minded, strengths-based, evidence informed, relationship based, outcome-focused, fair and reflective)

12. Understanding of the need to provide high quality emotionally intelligent supervision, guidance and support to staff, and the particular importance of clarity of social work task allocation, setting priorities and personal development 

Job Category : Catering / Hospitality

Location : Preston Campus, University of Central Lancashire

Hours Per Week :20.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 07:00

End Time : 13:30

Salary: £10.42

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. To wear the uniform provided at all times maintaining a smart appearance appropriate to the working environment

2. To maintain service standards for our customers to include checking of displays ensuring all products on counters, till areas and ancillary display areas are fit for sale and are of the appropriate quality and freshness

3. The serving of food and beverages in any catering outlet

4. Basic food preparation in any catering outlet

5. Till operation and associated cash handling in accordance with agreed University policy and procedures

6. To ensure the security of any outlet when opening and closing the area

7. Assist in stock replenishment and ordering and the security of stock

8. To work and assist colleagues within the team to ensure that the food and beverage service is efficient and to the agreed service standards

9. Assist in the transportation of food and beverages across campus

10. General dining room duties: table laying, waiting and clearing

11. Washing up, clearing and cleaning in all work areas

12. To ensure University Health and Safety policies and procedures and Government legislation are adhered to ensure the safety and welfare of the workplace environment, ensuring HACCP standards are maintained at all times

13. Undertake such other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the grade as may be required from time to time by the Catering Management Team

Work Experience:

• Previous experience of working in a in a similar establishment
• Experience of customer service
• Experience of working with a diverse customer base
• Working in an educational establishment

Education/Qualifications:

• Basic food hygiene certificate
• Basic health & safety certificate
• NVQ level 1 (or equivalent) In a catering subject
• GCSE ‘C’ or equivalent English
• NVQ level 2
• ECDL or equivalent

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to communicate with customers
• Ability to work as part of a team and be able to use initiative if faced with a problem