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Job Category : Social Care – Unqualified

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
Salary: £18.28


JOB PURPOSE

As part of the dedicated My Space Sefton Protection Against Child Exploitation Team. Work as part of a multi-agency team delivering creative interventions for children and young people assessed as suffering harm through Exploitation.  To provide intensive, evidenced based interventions for children and young people using a Trusted Adult, Child First and trauma informed approach  

MAIN DUTIES

1)         Co-Work closely with Children’s Social Care Social Work Teams to provide effective interventions as part of ETAC- Exploitation Team Around the Child Approach, delivering planned interventions and approaches to ensure identified risks and needs are reduced for Children and young Person. 

2)         Work proactively and persistently with young people and families using a wide range of methods and approaches underpinned by a Trusted Adult and Reachable moments practice principles.

3)         Contribute to assessment, care planning and reviews ensuring a child centred focus and empowering children, young people and their families

4)         To participate in and assist with the co-ordination of care planning for children and young people. To ensure care plans are up to date, followed and met.

5)         To produce, monitor and review individualised ETAC and risk assessments for children and young people. 

6)         Prepare and deliver reports for multi-agency meetings and childcare decision-making forums ensuring an accurate factual record is maintained.

Qualifications  Related and relevant children and families, Youth Qualifications

Experience      Knowledge of Exploitation in all its forms, and impact.

Background in delivering interventions with exploited children. 

Significant experience of youth work and services    

Demonstrable skills, knowledge and aptitudes         Understanding of the stages of child development, separation and loss.

Understand the impact of Trauma on a child’s emotional and cognitive development 

Understand the forms, features and risk associated with and caused by all forms of exploitation. 

Understanding of the Children Act 1989

Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of other agencies who work with young people and the ability to work in partnership with such agencies.

Ability to work as a member of a team. Build, establish and maintain trusted adult relationships with children 

Experience of direct work with children and using resources to gain a better understanding of the child’s lived experience.      .

Good planning and organisational skills

Demonstrate an experiencing of contributing in the child’s meetings/report writing and delivery.

Demonstrate experience in delivering workshops to children and to agencies involved.

An ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing to a range of colleagues within the partnership.

Understanding of and commitment to the principles of equality and diversity practices.

Understanding of risk assessment and health and safety issues.

Ability to communicate effectively with children, their families and relevant professionals.

The ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-agency team, and to work independently.

Willingness to work in a flexible manner and out of office hours.

A commitment to continuously develop self and update knowledge           .

An ability to make sound decisions when working under pressure.

Demonstrate a commitment to the participation of service users in the development and implementation of programmes.

A demonstrable commitment to ongoing professional development including staff supervision and appraisal and a willingness to undertake further training.

Special requirements  This post is registered as exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and in accordance with the Police Act; the successful candidate must be able to obtain satisfactory Enhanced Criminal Record Disclosure in order to be appointed to the post.  In the respect a criminal record check will be undertaken prior to confirmation of appointment.

An understanding of, and commitment to, equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice.Be familiar with and use information technology and computerised records systems.

Job Category : Legal – Senior Posts

Location :Lewisham Council

Hours Per Week : 35.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00
Salary: £33.80

Main Purpose of the job: 

To handle more complex housing litigation work arising and in particular deputise for the Principal Lawyer as appropriate in this major Council work area. This will include disrepair, possession, landlord and tenant and general housing advice. 

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Summary of Responsibilities and Personal Duties:

1.         Ensure that legal advice and assistance is provided efficiently and expeditiously both personally and by other staff within the Team. Manage and co-ordinate the work of staff and provide advice, guidance and direction as necessary.

2.         Deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required.

3.         Manage a group of staff within the Team on a day to day basis, as required by the Principal Lawyer.

4.         Undertake as required (and in particular in any major work area allocated), a personal caseload of the more complex housing litigation and advisory work.


Knowledge

Advanced and substantial knowledge of the particular area of law and knowledge of its application in a local authority context                                                                                    

Advanced and substantial knowledge of the particular area of law and knowledge of its application in a local authority context                                                                                                                                                                                    

Knowledge of progressive strategic and operational management practice                        

An advanced understanding of the issues facing local government and an ability to rise to them                                                                                                                                                  

Knowledge of practice and procedure in Courts, tribunals and Inquiries     

Aptitude

Ability to use initiative and experience to analyse problems, make decisions and exercise proper professional judgement without reference to others                                                 

Capability to work positively and imaginatively in conjunction with others at the most senior level in the authority and with partners to prepare and promote the Council’s policies and generally to deal with issues progressively

Ability and willingness to carry out special tasks and/or projects contributing to or leading multi-disciplinary teams as necessary

Ability to work under substantial pressure

Robust but creative approach in the interpretation and application of the law

Skills

(Skills can only be used as shortlisting criteria if the skill is to be tested)                                           

Articulate and confident in oral and written presentation 

Ability to present written information succinctly, accurately and clearly.    

Ability to give clear and concise advice on the telephone, at meetings and in correspondence

Ability to draft complex and unusual legal documentation and deal with complex matters

Ability to assess priorities and meet conflicting deadlines

Ability to supervise, advise, guide and train less experienced staff

Experience

Substantial practical relevant experience of the appropriate area of work set out in the job description                                                                                                              

Experience of undertaking an extensive and varied legal caseload proficiently at a senior level                                                                                                                             Experience of managing staff and of ensuring performance of work programmes and objectives within strict legislative and other timescales

Job Category : Interims

Location :Bromley Council

Hours Per Week :36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 17:00
Salary: £280.00
It is essential that the candidate is registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a Registered Building Inspector. For our needs, the candidate should be at least Class 2B for site inspections

Job Category : Interims

Location :ALEXANDRA HOUSE, London Borough of Haringey

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: Â£266.32

Business critical head of service required to run services that administers £250m+ statutory and Haringey benefits expenditure and collecting £300m+ council tax, business rates and debt income annually

Purpose of the job

1. a) The Traffic Engineer will work with the Senior Traffic Engineer in

providing a Traffic/Transport service.

b) The Traffic Engineer will work with the Senior Traffic Engineer in

managing and providing a Traffic/Transport service.

c) The Traffic Engineer will work with the Senior Traffic Engineer in

managing and progressing schemes related schemes, and providing a

Traffic/Transport service.

2. a) The Traffic Engineer will ensure, in conjunction with colleagues,

that statutory and legal obligations are delivered and communicated

in a customer-focussed manner, optimising available resources.

b) The Traffic Engineer will play a significant role in projects to

ensure, in conjunction with colleagues, that statutory and legal

obligations are delivered and communicated in a customer-focussed

manner, optimising available resources.

c) The Traffic Engineer will take a lead role in projects to ensure, in

conjunction with colleagues, that statutory and legal obligations are

delivered and communicated in a customer-focussed manner,

optimising available resources.

3. a) The Traffic Engineer will be accountable to the Senior Traffic

Engineer for achieving agreed Service outcomes and personal

appraisal targets which uphold the Council’s Core Values and meet the

challenges of Best Value and Comprehensive Performance

Assessment.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Skills and Abilities

Communication

1. Ability to write reports and a wide range of correspondence relating

to Traffic Engineering projects.

2. Ability to communicate effectively with service users e.g.

negotiations, presenting evidence or advice in a public forum within

Hackney’s diverse community.

Managing Projects and Resources

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3. 4. a) Ability to handle an extensive workload, including ability to act on

own initiative, prioritise and meet strict deadlines.

b) Ability to handle an extensive workload, including ability to act on

own initiative, prioritise and meet strict deadlines.

c) Ability to organise the work of others and handle an extensive

workload, including ability to act on own initiative, prioritise and

meet strict deadlines.

Ability to use new technology to assist in improving service delivery

and personal performance.

5. 7. Managing Services and Delivery

a) Ability to contribute effectively to team working.

b) Ability to contribute effectively to team working.

c) Ability to lead on projects and contribute effectively to team

working.

Knowledge

6. Ability to promote and implement equal opportunities in accordance

with Council guidelines.

Ability to understand plans and drawings and other relevant technical

information related to Traffic Engineering projects.

8. Ability to operate IT systems and equipment.

9. A good understanding of relevant Traffic Engineering legislation.

10. Knowledge of Traffic Engineering issues as they affect the inner city.

11. Knowledge of Best Value criteria.

Work Related Experience

12. Understanding of or experience of providing services to customers

and being accountable for these services.

13. Understanding of or experience of Traffic Engineering within an

urban environment.

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Qualifications

14. Degree or HNC (preferable)

Job Category : Engineering

Location : Hackney Service Centre, Hackney Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: Â£20.86
We are currently looking for an Electric Vehicle Traffic Engineer for a two years fixed term to join our Design & Engineering team. You will join a vibrant team and assist on projects within the local authority enabling you to advance your career, whilst giving you the freedom to achieve personal growth and development. We will provide you with opportunities to enable you to succeed and support you to reach your potential. 

You will help to deliver one of the country’s biggest expansions of electric vehicle (EV) charging points, which will see 3,000 chargers on the borough’s streets by 2030. Providing the right mix of infrastructure will help meet the Council’s ambitious plans to encourage a 90% take up of electric vehicles in Hackney by 2030 supporting our aims to become a net zero carbon borough by 2040. Your role mainly involves dealing with the installation of electric vehicle charging schemes in the borough on lamp columns, fast and rapid chargers on the public highway, estate chargers in our Hackney Housing across the borough and also being involved in designing a variety of minor traffic engineering schemes.

You will be responsible for conducting consultations, reviewing electric vehicle (EV) plans, and preparing traffic management orders. You will manage the implementation of EV sites and maintain records of completed projects. Additionally, you will liaise with both external and internal stakeholders, work collaboratively as part of a team, and assist Senior Traffic Engineers in various phases, including concept development, feasibility studies, preliminary design, consultation, detailed design, and ultimately, the implementation of multi-modal or mode-specific traffic engineering schemes, urban realm improvements, and public transport enhancements.

The role will also support the delivery of statutory and legal obligations related to transportation in a politically sensitive and customer-focused manner. 

You will have post-qualification experience in Civil Engineering and experience in Traffic Management and Road Safety Engineering schemes. You will also have excellent written and communication skills as well as good time and budgetary management skills.


Skills and Abilities

Communication

1. Ability to write reports and a wide range of correspondence relating

to Traffic Engineering projects.

2. Ability to communicate effectively with service users e.g.

negotiations, presenting evidence or advice in a public forum within

Hackney’s diverse community.

Managing Projects and Resources

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3. 4. a) Ability to handle an extensive workload, including ability to act on

own initiative, prioritise and meet strict deadlines.

b) Ability to handle an extensive workload, including ability to act on

own initiative, prioritise and meet strict deadlines.

c) Ability to organise the work of others and handle an extensive

workload, including ability to act on own initiative, prioritise and

meet strict deadlines.

Ability to use new technology to assist in improving service delivery

and personal performance.

5. 7. Managing Services and Delivery

a) Ability to contribute effectively to team working.

b) Ability to contribute effectively to team working.

c) Ability to lead on projects and contribute effectively to team

working.

Knowledge

6. Ability to promote and implement equal opportunities in accordance

with Council guidelines.

Ability to understand plans and drawings and other relevant technical

information related to Traffic Engineering projects.

8. Ability to operate IT systems and equipment.

9. A good understanding of relevant Traffic Engineering legislation.

10. Knowledge of Traffic Engineering issues as they affect the inner city.

11. Knowledge of Best Value criteria.

Work Related Experience

12. Understanding of or experience of providing services to customers

and being accountable for these services.

13. Understanding of or experience of Traffic Engineering within an

urban environment.

Qualifications

14. Degree or HNC (preferable)

Job Category :Facilities & Environmental Services

Location : Earlswood Depot, Reigate and Banstead Borough Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:00

End Time : 16:00
Salary: Â£14.72

One full time HGV mechanic – 36 hours

Location of work: Earlswood Depot

Hours: 36 hours per week 

About the Role

Our friendly, hardworking and experienced Transport Team are looking to recruit a flexible and well organised HGV Mechanic to carry out repairs and maintenance to our fleet of vehicles and grounds maintenance equipment in their busy workshop near Redhill. The ability of the Council to provide the essential services expected by local residents is reliant on having good vehicle availability maintained to a very high standard.

Working with our workshop team and managers in a physically demanding role, you’ll ensure DVSA standards and maximum vehicle availability. With a good all-round knowledge of planned and unplanned maintenance, you’ll keep our plant vehicles and related equipment in top shape. 

Responsibilities of the role: 

•           To carry out repair and maintenance services to the council’s fleet of vehicles, plant and associated equipment, including our Grounds Maintenance equipment.

•           To ensure that all maintenance and repair work is carried out to a high standard and that vehicles comply with DVSA standards and in accordance with the terms of the Councils Operators Licence at all times.

•           To carry out necessary diagnostic work and specialist repairs where possible.

•           To attend roadside breakdowns and recover vehicles if repairs are not possible.

•           To ensure that maximum vehicle availability is always maintained.

•           To ensure that all relevant administration work is completed in a timely manner.

About the Person 

•           You should have a good all-round knowledge of Planned/Unplanned maintenance procedures relating to both heavy and light goods vehicles (Preferably Refuse Collection Vehicles).

•           Be able to cope in a physically demanding role

•           Ability to work within specified time frames and deadlines.

•           Experience of maintenance and repair of Ground Maintenance equipment 

•           Understand the importance of good customer service. 

•           Have good knowledge of Health & Safety requirements. 

Essential Qualifications 

•           City & Guilds Vehicle Mechanic Qualification or equivalent qualification and experience in discipline

•           HGV Driving Licence (Cat C)

•           Basic standard in English & Maths

Job Category :Operational & Support Staff

Location : Rhayader Waste and Recycling Depot, Powys County Council

Hours Per Week :37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 07:00

End Time : 15:00
Salary: Â£13.46Loader/HGV Driver Role in the commercial service

We are looking for Drivers to join our committed team in Waste and Recycling.  Powys is one of the top performing recycling authorities and our crews are on the front line to help us get even better.  Waste and recycling is a service that affects all our residents and we regularly get compliments for our teams and what they do.  So if you are interested in joining a team that really makes a difference to the environment and the local community, we want to hear from you.

Job Category :Planning

Location :County Hall, Pembrokeshire County Council

Hours Per Week : 22.00

Start Date : Immediate start

Start Time :09:00

End Time :17:00
Salary: Â£26.92

Pembrokeshire County Council is seeking to appoint a focussed, dynamic planning ecologist with excellent communications skills to support the delivery of development that enhances the built and natural environment in Pembrokeshire.    

The post holder will provide specialist advice and information on ecology (and nutrient neutrality) with regard to the land use planning process primarily in respect of the Local Planning Authority’s Development Management function ensuring compliance with related legislation and policy. 

You will need a degree in ecology or related subject with a significant period of relevant experience of work of a similar nature.  Knowledge of applicable legislation such as the Habitats Regulations and planning legislation and guidance is also essential.  You will be an articulate and effective communicator, self-motivated, organised and highly computer literate, including using GIS and databases. The post is likely to be part time, number of hours dependent on relevant experience and costs associated. This is for a fixed term appointment until the end of December 2025. Home based working will be considered.

1.         Advise on appropriate mitigation and provide consultation comments on planning applications in relation to ecological matters.

2.         Regularly liaise externally with applicants, planning agents, consultants, developers, consultees, ecological consultants on matters relating to ecological requirements of planning applications. 

3.         Provide specialist advice to colleagues in Conservation, Planning and other directorates such as Highways, Infrastructure and Projects on a frequent basis, and also the Biodiversity Champion.

4.         Provide specialist advice on ecological matters to external stakeholders in relation to other projects where appropriate. 

5.         Regularly hold discussions with Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority planning and other officers as necessary in accordance with the Service Level Agreement with PCNPA to provide specialist advice and information.  

6.         Regularly explain and advise on ecological requirements to members of the public when making planning applications.

7.         Frequently liaise with Natural Resources Wales – the statutory body – on matters such as planning applications, species licenses and other relevant projects.

8.         Respond to consultations in relation to designated sites (SSSIs etc) and assist in the preparation of any other relevant information, including information for web pages.

Person specification – Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience & Skills:

1.         Degree in Ecology or related subject with a significant period of relevant working experience undertaking work of a similar nature.

2.         Familiarity with planning processes and procedures.

3.         Demonstrable knowledge of relevant legislation such as Habitats Regulations, Planning legislation and guidance.

4.         Proven clear and concise written and verbal communication skills with experience of technical / administrative customer facing work.

5.         Strong IT skills / competence with expertise in the use of databases, spreadsheets and GIS.

6.         Evidence of strong research skills with the ability to use and analyse data and to read and interpret plans.

7.         Able to demonstrate sound organisational skills and the  ability to work with minimum supervision; planning and prioritising own work within deadlines .

8.         Experience of undertaking technical and ecological site surveys and analysis.

9.         Evidence of being a self-motivated team player with the ability to organise and prioritise work effectively and work to deadlines.

10.      Full driving licence.

11.      Previous experience of working in a Planning department.12.      Ability to speak and write in Welsh.

Job Category :Social Care – Qualified

Location :Bridgewood Nursing Home, Enfield Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: £20.74

Ongoing orders to cover any shift work for those candidates who may not already have a placement

Job Category :Social Care – Unqualified

Location : Thomas Hardy House, Enfield Council

Hours Per Week : 35.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £19.95

The role involves working alongside Social workers, with young adults, previously Looked After by the Local Authority between the ages of 18 – 24years old.

Holding a case load of up to 25 young people, office based work, visits and attending meetings in the local community and outside the borough. 

The main duties would be supporting young people through the transition of being a Looked after Child to living independently, working in partnership with education/Training/Employment agencies and housing and health provisions.

Provide high quality and comprehensive support to the service user and empower them to plan, work towards and achieve their care and health outcomes.

Contribute to efficient service delivery as an individual and as part of a team, in accordance with local policies procedures and legislation.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

•           Significant experience of working with vulnerable young people with a range of complex problems

•           Knowledge of the legislative framework around Looked After Children and Care Leavers

•           Experience in financial planning, monitoring and the provision of best value services

•           Ability to maintain electronic case records in a timely and accurate fashion in line with the Departments recording policy

•           Experience in user participation and an ability to develop and implement strategies to ensure that even the most hard to engage young people influence service delivery and design

•           Demonstrable success in partnership working for the benefit of young people

•           To work in partnership with each young person on the caseload to develop and implement statutory care plans which promote positive outcomes in all areas.

•           To ensure that statutory responsibly are met and evidenced on each case to meet the expectations of internal and external inspections and to protect the reputational standing of the Council

•           To maintain detailed, accurate and contemporaneous records of case work and financial activity

•           To make referrals to other agencies including adult social care, Connexions, advocacy, police, substance misuse and housing and crucially to ensure that each agency provides the required support to reach young person to minimise costs to the Council and to promote the welfare of young people.

•           To lead and coordinate a multi-agency planning group around each young person to ensure an holistic approach to care planning

•           To secure appropriate accommodation for each young person including those with extreme anti-social behaviour, mental health issues and additional vulnerability

•           To ensure that each young person is supported into appropriate educational, employment or training resource and that their physical and mental health is promoted

•           To work with the home office, solicitors and the ‘no recourse to public fund’ team to ensure that legal status issues are resolved in a speedy manner and that the Council’s resources are targeted appropriately

•           To take part in a service duty rota which provides an emergency response to any leaving care young person whose own worker is away from the office•           To make financial projection on expenditure, provide specialist welfare benefit advice and challenge housing benefit and DWP decisions where required

Job Category :Social & Health Care Non-Qualified

Location : 19 Orient Street, Southwark Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00
Salar: Â£202.05

Experienced CQC registered Learning Disabilities Manager for temporary (with possible temp to perm) opportunity.

Orient Street is a CQC registered residential respite unit (rated Good) that supports adults with learning disabilities and autism, addressing a wide range of diverse and complex needs.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Registered Manager who can support and encourage the development of skills, growth and fulfilment for the adults staying at Orient Street.

In this role, you will inspire and guide your team, helping them reach their full potential. You will also build meaningful relationships, communicate effectively and foster strong engagement with both families and service users, making a real difference for adults with learning disabilities and autism.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager or Deputy Manager who is ready to take the next step in their career and lead the continued development of our respite unit.

About You:

This role is ideal for someone who understands the needs of adults with learning disabilities, autism, and those who display behaviours of concern. To succeed in this role, you will need to:

Hold or be willing to work towards a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Social Care.

Possess knowledge and understanding of the needs of adults with learning disabilities, autism, and individuals with behaviours of concern.

Have experience with budget management, analysis and monitoring.

Lead by example, supporting staff to reach their full potential.

Understand the importance of communication, build relationships and engage with families and service users.

To be considered for an interview, your CV and supporting statement should clearly demonstrate:

An enhanced DBS check and clearance.

A thorough knowledge of CQC regulations, the Care Act 2014, and the governance of CQC registered care homes.

A proven track record with CQC inspections.

Experience working with adults with learning disabilities in a residential environment, including providing personal care.

Knowledge, including educational qualifications:

1.         Management Qualification such as NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Adult Social Care or be working towards this within the timeframe set by the regulatory bodies of registration.

2.         Detailed current knowledge of CQC regulatory framework, including Fundamental Standards and Quality statements, Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation relating to the governance.

3.         Working knowledge of safeguarding, mental capacity and deprivation of liberty legislation and best practice, and the principles of Personalisation and Reablement.

4.         Working knowledge of all Health and Safety Requirements, including knowledge of the service training requirements to meet Health and Safety, and regulatory compliance

5.         Knowledge and understanding of adults with learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviour and recognised approaches of support such as PBS.

Experience:

6.         Experience of working with adults with learning difficulties within a residential environment, including at a senior level.

7.         Experience of successfully working within internal and external compliance frameworks e.g CQC 

8.         Experience of professional leadership, including setting objectives and performance management, utilising methods to assess performance of staff in the context of the achievement of individuals, the service and organisational targets.

9.         Experience with providing personal care for people with learning disabilities in a supervised professional setting, including managing challenging behaviour with an awareness of safeguarding.

10.      Experience of evaluating, drafting and implementing new policies and procedures within a health and social care environment.

11.      Experience of working in in partnership with other disciplines and services to develop and promote service improvement and best practice within the team.

12.      Knowledge and experience of budget management and analysis and interpretation of management information, including budgetary monitoring.

13.      Experience of applying the principles of equal opportunities in the implementation of practice, in order to address equality and diversity issues.

14.      Experience of keeping up to date with legislation, best practice and regulatory frameworks and implement effective change 

Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies:

15.      Ability to assess risk and provide plans to address and safeguard concerns.

16.      Ability collate and analyse complex information and produce good quality data that is easily understood by others.

17.      Effective communication and problem-solving skills in complex situations and the ability to facilitate these in others, especially in times of change. 

18.      Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in writing, verbally and through reports. This includes the production of high-quality reports with clear recommendations.

19.      Ability and commitment to develop and build effective relationships and adults with disabilities and their families/carers, informal networks and other professionals, working across service boundaries.20.      Commitment and ability to pass the CQC registration requirements your probation period

Job Category : Planning

Location :County Hall, Somerset Council

Hours Per Week :37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30
Salary: £453.14

Act as the lead officer and manager for two of the four Area Planning Committees leading the two teams of officers focused on delivering high quality development in Somerset.  The potholder will report to the Head of Service, will deputise for the Service Manager Development Management and will be required to ensure that the service performs to an excellent level that meets national/legal requirements and responds positively to transformational change and the expectations of a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

•          Act as the lead officer for two development management area teams (consisting of professional planners at principal, senior, planning officer, graduate and apprenticeship grades) providing a high quality, customer focused, development management function, responsible for determining planning and relevant applications.  

•          Assist the Service Manager Development Management in the management of the Development Management Service and lead two of the area teams in determining planning applications.

•          Ensure all applications are professionally managed to determination from pre-application stage through to implementation and compliance in accordance with the Council’s constitution and agreed scheme of delegation.  

•          Lead and manage the teams to ensure the Council exceeds Government and local performance targets; maximise income to Development Management specifically through application fees and charges to cover the costs of the Development Management Service; deliver organisational, policy and legislative changes to the service.

•          Act as the lead professional officer at the relevant Area Planning Committees to ensure that they are managed effectively and support Members to make sound planning decisions which achieve delivery of the adopted Development Plans, supplementary planning documents and other guidance and to meet corporate objectives around climate change, ecological emergency, delivery of affordable housing and quality placemaking

•          Deputise for the Service Manager Development Management and Head of Planning providing them with necessary support and advice across cases and deal with chief officers, senior members and external contacts on the full range of matters relating to management issues and all types of major and complex applications.

•          Clear reports and recommendations determined under delegated powers or reported to one of the Area Committees to ensure that consultations take account of legal and corporate procedures, that reports take account of all objections raised, that recommendations weigh all material planning considerations against relevant planning policies, and that decision letters are drafted comprehensively.

•          To attend as lead officer and present reports to the Area Planning Committee and to field questions/comments on all issues arising from members, objectors and other interested parties.

•          To represent the Council by preparing and presenting professional expert evidence at public inquiries, informal hearings and in court on the full range of applications and in dealing with complaints, local ombudsman investigations, FoI and EIR enquiries

•          To directly line manage and mentor the Principal Planning Officers and team below to ensure the team is managed effectively and that all issues affecting team performance and individual welfare are identified and acted upon.  

Knowledge

Knowledge of statutory regulations relating to planning and related functions (including environmental legislation and regulations

Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools

Experience

Operational and managerial experience of the delivery of local authority planning services, development management functions and team leadership

Experience of designing and implementing service transformation processes to deliver service change and improvement

Significant experience of leading, managing and developing a large team and service area 

Significant experience of performance management in corporate context and external accountabilities

Experience of providing professional advice on complex and controversial applications to planning committees

Knowledge of providing strategic input to wider place based policy development and strategy

Experience of giving evidence at Public Inquiries/Development Plan Examination

Significant experience of handling customer complaints and enquiries

Qualifications / Registrations / Certifications

Educated to degree level, ideally in planning, geography or a related subject

Chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) or eligible to be a member

Management qualification ILM 5 or higher

Evidence of continual professional development in accordance with the requirements of the professional institute

Skills

Able to advise/guide senior management and elected members on complex/specialist issues related to the planning service areas, spanning local casework, service performance and long-term strategic planning.

Resilient by nature and have excellent communications skills, due to the significant portions of their time they spend interacting with the public, statutory consultees, stakeholders and elected representatives.  

Ability to provide professional advice and guidance

Attention to detail in checking decisions

Ability to build and maintain relationships with partner organisationsGood interpersonal skills and a team player

Job Category :Environmental

Location : Hardshaw Brook Depot, Parr Street, WA9 1JR, St. Helens MBC

Hours Per Week :17.00

Start Date :Immediate Start

Start Time : 06:00

End Time : 16:00
Salary: Â£12.64

Duties and Responsibilities:

To drive any vehicle, excluding HGVs, in order to perform all activities that fall within the Cleansing Service of St Helens Council.

To undertake driver’s daily checks, cleaning and maintenance of vehicles.

To sign in/out vehicle keys, and to ensure that any spare vehicle used is tipped and fuelled each day.

To assist in general refuse collection, street weeping and other duties within the Cleansing Section as required.

To perform all tasks to the required level of production and quality.

To collect any other instructions from the Driver’s board within the Cleansing Section on a daily basis and ensure that they are undertaken.

To update current information to ensure running sheets are amended as necessary.

Taking on-site decisions in non-routine circumstances.

To pass on general communications to colleagues.

Dealing with public enquiries relating to waste collection.

Communicating and being the point of contact on the round with the Cleansing Office.




Ensuring scheduled work is completed each week.

Liaison with supervisors on problem areas.

Liaison with public over parked cars.

Reorganising work schedule as necessary.

Reporting frequent variations from agreed collection points.

To return for bins and empty those that were inaccessible on the scheduled collection day on subsequent days of the current collection week.

To communicate by mobile phone/radio or in written form at the request of Cleansing management.

To radio/telephone the Cleansing Office for further instruction, before the end of duty if the possibility of being unable to collect scheduled days’ work arises.

To assist the Council in terms of the emergency plan or in general emergency situations by carrying out duties commensurate with the grade of the post. This will include removing spillages, traffic collision debris, snow and leaf clearance etc.

To comply with the Council’s Health and Safety Policy and associated safe working procedures and guidelines.

To comply with the Council’s Comprehensive Equality Policy and to ensure that it is implemented within the service area of the post.

To comply with the Council’s Data Protection Policy and Code of Practice within the service area of the post.

Job Category : Social Care & Health Qualified

Location :Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council

Hours Per Week :37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30
Salary: £29.99

Safeguarding Lead Coordinator

Principal Social worker grade

Full time post

Key Objectives

To lead and manage Safeguarding processes in order to protect and promote the wellbeing of adults at risk, children, carers, family members and vulnerable people by delivering high-quality Safeguarding practice and driving continuous improvement.

To work in collaboration to deliver sustained improvements in performance, quality and consistency of practice across the team, thereby achieving the best outcomes possible for adults at risk, carers, families and vulnerable people.

To develop innovative ways of working to ensure positive outcomes for adults at risk, carers, families and vulnerable people.

To represent and promote Adult Safeguarding and Adult Services in relevant multi agency meetings.

To ensure the transfer of knowledge and sharing of best practice across the Team, Adult Services and partner agencies. 

To ensure effective partnership working and engagement to achieve and deliver these objectives.

To lead and manage the formulation, design and implementation of expert evidence-based interventions through co-production of Adult Care and Support Protection plans in Adult Safeguarding strategy meetings and case conferences.

To engage in the strategic development of the Team and Service.

To provide professional leadership, direction and guidance in relation to Safeguarding practice to Social Care managers and staff and also to partner agency managers and staff.

To be appraised of developments in Safeguarding practice and in order to assist in the training of undergraduate and post qualification social workers and other professionals from partner agencies.

Job Category : Social Care & Health Qualified

Location : Mendip Hub, Somerset Council

Hours Per Week :37.00

Start Date : Immediate start

Start Time :08:30

End Time :17:00
Salary: £28.83

Work with children and families to complete assessments to reflect individual circumstances including assessment of needs and risk, alongside strengths and protective factors, to develop meaningful plans to ensure that children are protected from significant harm and receive the appropriate multi-agency support.

Be responsible for a caseload of varying complexity, commensurate with experience, ability and qualification; receive and respond to referrals from various sources.

Assess the needs of children and families under the appropriate statutory frameworks, liaising and working with partner agencies, and other Children’s Services teams, as required

Participate in a duty rota responding to crisis situations and supporting children to remain safely within their families

Enable and empower individuals, families and carers to address issues which affect their health, financial, emotional and social wellbeing and to achieve and sustain positive change.

You will be passionate about relationship-based social work, proud of your profession, and able to reflect and think creatively about how you can build relationships to make a difference to children and families.       

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             The main office base is located in Shepton Mallet, but the assessment team in Mendip also work with families with a home address in Wells, Glastonbury, Castle Cary, Wincanton and Frome,

Job Category :Housing

Location :Hackney Service Centre, Hackney Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £22.15
Hackney is one of the UK’s highest performing local authorities, serving one of London’s best places to live and work. We have achieved a huge amount: our services, our schools, our public spaces are all amongst the very best. We have changed the reputation, not just of the Council, but of Hackney itself. Bringing jobs and investment into the borough, securing the legacy from the 2012 Games, and making this a place of which we can all be proud.

We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and the workforce can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.

Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, age and marital status. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Extensive knowledge and substantial experience of at least one of the

following disciplines:

o Homeless assessments and reviews;

o Homeless prevention and housing advice;

o Temporary Accommodation management, maintenance, income

collection and financial monitoring and payments;

o Housing Supply and procurement;

o Lettings, Allocations and the Housing Register;

o Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction schemes;

o Discretionary payments and Local Welfare Support;

And the legislation, regulations, policy, guidance, and practice associated

with these disciplines.

Ability to manage conflicting priorities in a pressurised working

environment that are subject to frequently changing circumstances in order

to achieve targets within challenging timescales.

Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload to

deliver to tight deadlines, targets and performance standards.

Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills and the

ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences including

partner services and agencies and the ability to explain complex legislative

in simple language. Ability to represent the Council at court.

Experience of effective partnership working with agencies and

stakeholders and the proven ability in engaging, negotiating and consulting

with a wide range of audiences.

Substantial experience and detailed knowledge of the use of IT systems,

including data processing, finance and Microsoft systems.

Ability to mentor staff in relation to all service delivery roles.

Ability to travel around the borough in order to conduct visits to customers

and landlords.

Experience of working flexibly to meet the needs of the service and its

customers.

10. Experience of assisting vulnerable and challenging customers.

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11. Ability to mediate and negotiate effectively.

12. Experience of dealing with and advising customers in a professional

manner.

13. Ability to adapt to new legislative, technological and financial

developments whilst maintaining services outcomes in periods of change

14. Ability to analyse and understand complex information.

15. Experience of building positive relationships with a range of both internal

and external customers and stakeholders.

16. Experience of cross-organisational working, taking into account the views

of others and arriving at solutions of mutual benefit.

17. Be available to work outside normal working hours including at weekends

if required

18. Must demonstrate an understanding and be committed to the Council’s

Equalities policy carrying out all duties with regard to the policy.

19. Must demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the importance of

confidentiality.

20. Must demonstrate an ability to carry out research independently using

electronic communication systems and other sources of relevant

information.

21. Ability to work on projects and contribute to shared outcomes.

22. Officers involved with Benefits and discretionary awards processing will

comply with the required security checks for the Department for Work and

Pensions and Cabinet Office.

23. Officers will be required to complete a declaration of interests’ submission

for this post.

Desirable

1. Membership of the Institute of Revenues, Rating and Valuation and/or

Chartered Institute of Housing

Job Category :Manual Labour / General Industrial

Location :Preston Campus, University of Central Lancashire

Hours Per Week : 36.25

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time :08:00

End Time : 16:00
Salary: Â£12.60

Job Purpose:

To provide a high quality and customer focused service in the delivery, collection and

processing of mail, parcels and related goods. To also carry out a portering role and assist

with the general operation of the University vehicle fleet.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To deliver, collect and sort internal and external mail as directed by the Mailroom

Supervisor.

2. To facilitate small internal removals on request as stated in the University Removals

Procedure and as directed by the Mailroom Supervisor.

3. To drive all University Fleet vehicles as directed by the Mailroom Supervisor, including

Hospital and Library sites off central campus and reprographics deliveries.

4. To operate the Mailroom fork lift truck

5. To wear uniform as provided and be of smart appearance at all times

6. To attend training as required in accordance with the duties of the post

7. To work in accordance with the operating procedures and protocols and ensure all tasks

are carried out in accordance with health and safety legislation

8. To ensure that all activity ultimately contributes to internal and external customer

satisfaction, maintaining professional standards across all aspects of the role

9. To work as a member of a team and participate in regular team meetings

10. To undertake any other reasonable duties, commensurate with the grade, as requested.


Work

Experience

Experience of a mailroom ,

delivery or stores

environment

Experience of record keeping

Experience of organising or

scheduling work

Experience of dealing with

customers

Experience of providing good

customer service

Education/

Qualifications

Driving licence ( with no more

than 3 penalty points and no

unspent record of

disqualification)

Skills/Abilities Literacy and Numeracy skills

Ability to use basic mailing

equipment

Ability to follow written and

verbal procedures

Good communication skills

Ability to record details neatly

and accurately

Ability to drive a range of

vehicles including University

Minibuses

Awareness of equal

opportunities

Other Ability to maintain

confidentiality

Desirable Experience of data input and

retrieval on computers

Awareness of health & Safety

Issues

Awareness of quality issues

Experience of working within

a large organisation

Forklift truck driving

certificate

First aid qualification or

commitment to obtain

MIDAS minibus drivers

qualification

Keyboard and basic IT skills

Awareness of various ways

of dealing with unusual

situations and the impact

different methods may have

on the outcome

Keen attention to detail

Demonstrated commitment

to personal development

Measured

By

Tact and diplomacy

To wear uniform and be of

smart appearance at all times

Flexibility to work unsocial

hours for the appropriate

payment

A proactive team member

who can demonstrate

initiative Awareness of the

need for confidentiality

An understanding of and

demonstrable commitment to

the University’s Values as a

framework for decisions,

actions and behaviours.

Ability to review service and

suggest possible improvements

Job Category : Facilities & Environmental Services

Location : Vision Products, Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30
Salary: £12.84

Assistive technology department at Vision Products Pontyclun (RCTCBC) have two temporary vacancies, in the equipment swap out programme. This is a customer focussed job Changing home care devices from analogue to a digital set up. ?

We are looking for staff who can meet the skills level required for the digital upgrade of outdated hardware.

Skills requirements:

Team workers with a flexible approach and good communication skills

Basic IT skills

Driving Licence

Ability to follow instructions

Good organisational and communication skills

Ability to demonstrate to the customer (training will be provided)

DBS required

Job Category : Social Care – Qualified

Location :YOUTH JUSTICE SERVICE, Wrexham County Borough Council

Hours Per Week :37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time :09:00

End Time :17:00

Salary: £24.00

The post holder will be required to support the ESW team by working with families to improve attendance rates at school, reduce exclusions rates and ensure Safeguarding. 

The role is school based, and does not allow hybrid working. The post is also term time only (39 weeks per year). 

The role will require  you to work closely with pupils and senior school leadership, comply with Local Authority Policy and support schools with tackling attendance issues. Furthermore, the role will require you to challenge schools on attendance, as well as exclusions, and look at creative and innovative ways in managing this. Part of this role will require you to undertake Court Work and attend Court on a regular basis, in line with the s444 Education Act. 

The role will additionally include but is not limited to; 

•          To contribute to the assessment, planning and review of education cases.

•          To establish, develop and maintain professional relationships through direct casework, supervision, with the aim that the individuals identified needs are met. 

•          To work with other agencies and organisations to facilitate effective service delivery and ensure best outcomes for individuals.

•          To work a case load based on a referral process from schools relating to attendance, exclusion and safeguarding matters. 

•          To undertake court work cases under the direct supervision of a manager or independently in line with the required balance of developmental opportunities, experience and confidence. 

•          To ensure that all assessments, planning, implementation and reviewing of caseload and decisions and practice are of the expected standard as required by the service. These should comply with required timescales, protocols, policies and procedures and legislation.  This includes maintaining accurate, timely and evidenced case and decision making records, reports, decisions and other documents to meet timescales for review in accordance with the service framework, this may include the preparation of specialist reports as required.

•          To be sensitive to the needs of the individuals taking into account race, culture, language and religion.

Qualifications

Social Work Degree or Equivalent Qualification 

Commitment to gain Consolidation Award by the end of first period of registration 

Commitment to gain further Social Work related qualifications to enable progression to Experienced social worker role within defined timescales

National Standards/ Competencies /Professional Body 

Register and maintain registration as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales 

Specialist Knowledge

 Current and up to date knowledge of relevant Social Care Legislation for adults and children’s services / Education.

Local Government Legislation 

Knowledge and Experience of working in a Social Care setting.

Practical and Intellectual Skills

Well-developed Communication skills

Ability to write and present reports to a high standard. 

Ability to organise and prioritise work. 

Proven skills in assessment

Understanding the role, function and organisation of Social Services 

Ability to develop key relationships with other teams, services, agencies and organisations

Ability to work independently using own initiative.

Demonstrates the expected values and behaviours set out in the Code of Professional practice and Council values. 

Personal Attributes

Commitment to working in partnership to plan service provision.

Ability to work under pressure.

Commitment to the provision of high quality, cost-effective services

Commitment to improving performance through personal development.

Personal Circumstances

Ability to travel across the County Borough (or region if working in a regional team/service) to carry out work (e.g. attend meetings / visit individuals  or work sites)

Equality

Knowledge of and commitment to Equality and DiversityUnderstanding of the importance of Welsh Language and Cultu

Job Category : Social Care – Unqualified

Location : WREXHAM CROWN BUILDINGS, Wrexham County Borough Council

Hours Per Week :37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30
Salary: £15.17
Prevention and Support Service (PASS) work alongside Wrexham Local Authority Children’s Social Care teams and is guided by them through a referral process what appropriate work is undertaken with its service users within local authority core hours. Its aim is to provide a structured quality service to support case holding social workers working with children, young people and parents, by developing good working partnerships with them, their families, foster carers and other stake-holders. Work undertaken can be varied examples being court ordered supervised contacts between child/ren and parents and one to one work in regards to meeting identified needs with Care and Support Plan and Child Protection Plan.  PASS also support when necessary the transporting of children from placement to allocated school whilst in the Foster care transition period of placement.