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Job Category:   Social Care Qualified

Job location Civic Centre, Neath, Neath Port Talbot, SA11 3QZ United Kingdom

Lewisham Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £29.22 To provide a high quality, professional social work service to children in need, children in need of protection, looked after children (and care leavers where relevant) and their families in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures of the Council and best practice.

Contacts and Referrals Develop and maintain joint working arrangements with other professionals and agencies.Attend meetings, including reviews and case conferences and make professional contributions to the proceedings.

AssessmentUndertake continuing assessments of Children in need and their families to determine their care needs.Undertake assessments of need of children in need or care leavers.

PlanningIdentify and agree desired outcomes on the basis of assessed need.Identify and arrange interventions necessary to meet needs and desired outcomes.Provide a service where this offers best value and is within the capacity of the post-holder.Carry out social work case management appropriate to assessed need.Re-assess need as required.Initiate appropriate action to protect service users at risk.

Monitoring and Review Review care plans at pre-determined datesUndertake statutory visits to Looked After Children.Undertake safeguarding checks and visitsUndertake direct work with children and young peoplePartnershipEnsure that all work is undertaken in the spirit of partnership with children, young people and their families.Work with partner agencies in the process of assessment, planning and review for those children in receipt of the service.

Administration & Personal EffectivenessMaintain accurate and up-to-date records that give a full explanation of decisions taken.Complete required documentation within relevant timescales and comply with care management standards.Manage time and prioritise work demands.Contribute to the development of the team and people’s learning, including taking responsibility for personal continuous professional development.Participate in Supervision, Appraisal and Team Meetings

Service DevelopmentEnsure shortfalls in available services and unmet need identified in meetings are appropriately recorded and reported.Contribute to the monitoring and improvement of services.Undertake any tasks deemed necessary by the Team Manager to ensure an efficient and effective service.

Equal OpportunitiesBe aware of and actively promote the Authority’s equality policies and to reflect equality principles in one’s own attitude and behaviour.

Health & SafetyCreate and maintain a healthy, safe and productive working environment, undertaking risk assessments as may be required.

ConfidentialityRespect the right of individuals to privacy, maintaining confidentiality where this is required and appropriate.Identify when it is appropriate and lawful to disclose information related to service users and make necessary disclosures within legal and policy frameworks.

Supervision & ManagementSupervise students undertaking practice placement activities.Supervise unqualified staff.

Professional Mentoring & GuidanceProvide professional guidance and advice on social work practice to newly qualified and less qualified staff.

PracticeTake responsibility for more complex caseloads appropriate to the service, including cases where risks are high and interventions are of a complicated nature.Chair reviews, meetings or case conferences.

Job Category:   Housing

Job location: John Frost Sq, Newport, Newport, NP20 1PA,
United Kingdom
Newport City Council
Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £15.83

3-4 days in office and out on inspections, 1 day remote

Summary

We are seeking an Accommodation Officer to assist our busy team with bookings for temporary accommodation and with the management of Temporary, Transitional and Settled accommodation provided by the Council to respond to homelessness in Newport.

We are seeking an energetic individual with experience of providing housing services and a passion for making a difference. This post offers a wide range of experience, challenges, and personal and professional development to the successful applicant. 

Demonstrates resilience and a proactive work ethic, maintaining high performance under pressure. Able to manage stress effectively, adapt to challenging situations, and handle confrontation in a professional and constructive manner.

If you can evidence your ability to deliver effective services and outcomes in this field, we would love to hear from you.

Role location 

Based in Newport city centre at the Library in John frost square, this role also involves travel between properties. There is also an opportunity for some hybrid office/home working.

Key result areas

• Manage rent accounts keeping debts to a minimum
• safeguarding tenants and identifying support needs
• Management of placements and movements of clients to maximise suitable accommodation
• provide duty in the office completing license agreements, occupational contracts and housing benefit forms
• to be able to have own transport to travel throughout Newport

Job Category:   Management

Job location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, Greater London, SE6 4RU
United Kingdom
Lewisham Council
Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £26.94

once a fortnight in the office at Laurence House

Main Purpose of the job: 

To  manage a varied caseload of complex investigations  referred  to the Anti Fraud and Corruption Team and ensure that cases are investigated to a high professional standard and in accordance to statutory requirements. 

To produce comprehensive, high level written reports  from investigations that include both conclusions and recommendations for the Director of the relevant directorate.

To ensure that fraud & corruption is prevented, detected and investigated.

To ensure that appropriate recommendations, sanctions  prosecutions were applicable are applied effectively. 

To perform the responsibilities of the post in a way that is consistent, adds value to the core objectives and values of the section and the Council. 

Summary of Responsibilities and Personal Duties:

1. Self manage a varied caseload of  reported allegations of fraud or irregularities against Lewisham Council by members, employees, contractors, clients, or customers in order to deliver the service in accordance with legislative requirement, the Division�s service plan, policy requirements, internal disciplinary procedures and any other requirements as determined by the A-FACT Manager.

2. Undertake the investigation of complex cases to a high professional standard, delivering an effective and efficient service which complies with legislative requirements such as employment legislation, the Criminal Procedures and Investigatory Act 1998, Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA), Human Rights Act 2018, Fraud Act 2007, Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984(PACE), Data Protection Act 1998(DPA), Road Traffic Act 1975, Housing Act, Health & Safety at Work Act and other relevant legislation as appropriate.

3. Monitor and review a varied investigation caseload, prioritizing to meet service needs, targets and legislative deadlines subject to frequently changing circumstances and conflicting priorities. 

1. Carry out all investigations with due regard to Lewisham Councils internal policies and procedures. Where relevant and appropriate review existing procedures and making recommendations where weaknesses are identified, thus making a positive contribution to enhance internal controls and add value to create robust internal controls that minimise the opportunity for fraud or irregularity.

2. To manage the National Fraud Initiative (NFI) bi-annual exercise and ensure that it is undertaken in a timely and efficient manner. To undertake the Council�s �key contact� role of co-ordinating cross-departmental input to this mandatory requirement thus ensuring that Lewisham Council complies with  the data requirements and timetable prescribed by the Audit Commission

3. Undertake interviews of officers, members, clients, contractors, partners and customers in a professional manner and in accordance with best accepted practices. Undertake interviews under Caution  in accordance with Police and Criminal Evidence Act, codes of practice.

4. Where interviewees elect not  to have their interview tape recorded, undertake contemporaneous note taking of such interviews and ensure that notes taken are agreed by all parties.

Job Category:  Hospitality

Job location: Nottingham
United Kingdom
Nottingham City Council
Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £20.75

About the Role:

• Inspire and develop our catering teams to deliver exceptional food and service.
• Work alongside our management team to ensure all kitchens run to a high standard. Carrying out audits and providing recommendations for improvements.  
• Design and implement fresh, seasonal menus working alongside the food development officer ensuring that we meet School Food Standards and Food for Life criteria. Menus are only changed twice per year.
• Shinning a spotlight on our school meal offer by attending school events to promote our menus and food through taster sessions and demonstrations.
• Support and upskill our school cooks, helping them grow their craft and confidence.
• Drive continuous improvement across our schools and commercial catering operations, serving over 2 million meals a year. This may include checking portion sizes, turning a small-scale recipe into a recipe for 200 people.

The ideal candidate will:

• Awareness of school catering government food standards and working within these.
• Experience of working with allergen compliance and management in a school environment.
• Has experience and knowledge within a school catering environment or able to adapt knowledge to the environment.
• Be a natural leader who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and making a difference.
• Be someone who’s excited to bring the latest food trends and flavours into school kitchens.
• Able to drive to different locations to support kitchens. The role is based within Loxley House (kitchens) but school site presence will be required at times. This could be within any of the 52 schools covered by the council.

Job Category:   Interims

Job location: Churchill Court, 2 Westmoreland Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1ASUnited Kingdom

Bromley Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £55,000

We work on a hybrid work pattern on average 2/3 days in the office but will require flexibility 

MAIN PURPOSE: To provide strategic leadership for all aspects of Development Planning in line with the Council’s Corporate Operating Principles.  To lead the preparation of Development Plans and the Council’s role in the London Plans. To lead and manage the functions of Development Planning Services in accordance with the core principles, key aims and priorities within Building a Better Bromley, the Bromley Local Plan and relevant planning legislation, guidance, practice and professional standards.To contribute to policy formulation at a strategic level and provide advice and guidance to the Chief Planner, Executive Director of ECS, Chief Executive, Chairman of DCC, Portfolio Holders for Renewal and Recreation and Council’s Executive.To demonstrate commitment to the Council’s, key objectives and values through contribution as a member of the Planning Services Management Team and contributing to the wider Departmental Management Team.

To lead Development Planning services in the delivery of best practice and best value through the establishment/maintenance of effective systems, targets and performance management that secures high standard of service delivery and secures positive outcomes. 

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE 

 2.1         Successful background of consistent achievement at Senior Management level in a local planning authority or other large complex organisation.

 2.2         Several years experience of management at a senior level of development plan preparation and/or planning staff management in the public and/or private sector. 

2.3         Experience of contributing to the development of strategy and successful delivery of strategic and corporate goals within a complex service area. 

2.4         Significant involvement in the preparation, management and control of large complex budgets. 2.5         Successful management of change, harnessing the strengths and talents of the workforce in a complex area within a large organisation. 

2.6         A track record of successfully building and developing partnerships both internally and externally and the ability to establish trust and credibility. 

2.7         Evidence of success in determining and evaluating service quality and identifying opportunities to achieve effectiveness and best value. 

2.8         A proven track record of communicating and negotiating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and audiences whilst developing positive relationships. 

3.1         Extensive knowledge, experience and understanding of the major issues facing Planning Services and specifically Development Planning. 

3.2         Experience in Planning Services including the effective management and delivery of Development Plans. 

3.3         Ability to lead strategic planning to develop effective Development Planning Services. 

3.4         Ability to be effective in operational and service management at the most senior level. 

3.5         Ability to take on accountability of programme or project management of significant changes in service areas and in the context of cross-portfolio service issues. 

3.6         Ability to manage effectively large and complex financial budgets. 

3.7         Experience of the effective analysis and management of data to support service evaluation and planning. 

3.8         Ability and knowledge of Council vision, priorities and strategy. 

3.9         Ability to lead, empower and motivate others and form effective relationships. 

3.10       In depth knowledge of Chartered Town Planner professional standards as relevant to Planning Services and how they can be adhered to. 

3.11       Understanding of Performance Management processes in partnership arrangements.

 3.12       Ability to manage the political interface and external relationships. 

3.13       Excellent communication, negotiating and influencing skills, including presentation at Committee, Planning Examinations, Hearings and Appeals and/or at Court.

Job Category:   Social Care Qualified

Job location: County Hall, High Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1UD
United Kingdom
Isle of Wight Council
Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £31.50 per hour

We are looking for x2 social workers to join our Fostering Team. 

Key Role & Responsibility of the Fostering Social Worker

• Providing support and advice to foster carers – mainstream and kinship carers (hybrid case work)
• They will keep in regular communication with the child’s SWs, the fostered child/ren, foster carers own children
• Make regular visits to the foster carers’ homes – announced and unannounced 
• Support with home finding for the children needing to come into care – alongside the placement team and CSW
• Assessing the services/support the foster carers will need to care for the fostered child.
• Providing regular supervision – this will include identifying training needs/opportunities.
• Ensuring the foster home meets all the development needs of the child/ren living with the carer
• Assessing and raising concerns whether there are safeguarding and/or standards of care matters.
• Write foster carers annual reviews. 
• Attend appropriate meetings – the fostered child’s Reviews Meetings , Support/Stability Meetings and any other as appropriate (PEPs)
• Attend Foster Panel as required.
• Cover day time duty rota
• Ensure DBS, Health Assessments, Safer Caring Policy  and other related household checks are in place is in place and the Foster Carer Agreement is updated.
• Ensuring that the foster carer is working to and meeting all the National Minimum Fostering Standards (NMS) in their practice

There is a hybrid working arrangement in place where the Team have access to their office space 3 days a week with one day mandatory in the office which is currently on Wednesdays to attend team/service meetings.

Job Category:  Interims

Job location: Ley Street, Ilford, Greater London, IG2 7QZ,
United Kingdom
Redbridge Council
Hours per week: 36

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £18.57 per hour

The first month will be in the office, then it will be one to two days in the office to check on progress 

Project Piece � Pension Reconciliation and Process Review.

Concise piece of work in respect of Teachers Pension Scheme to

Complete annual reconciliation of records received from internal and outsourced Payroll Functions and payments over to pension fund

Support in the completion of internal and external audit of returns for current and prior years 

Review of current internal and external communications and processes updating for ease of reconciliations in line with regulatory and statutory compliance.

Strong background in teachers pensions / Scheme & requirements

Dealing with schools and outsourced payroll companies

Experience in Teachers Pensions porthole

Job Category:   Social Care Qualified

Job location: County Hall, Usk, Monmouthshire, NP151GA
United Kingdom
Monmouthshire County Council
Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £29.24 per hour

•  To manage a caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group.
• To work in a flexible and imaginative way to provide support and advice for children, young people, their families and carers in accordance with the principles of the 1989 Children’s Act.
• To complete quality assessments of individuals and families; analysing strengths and risks.
• To formulate plans to meet assessed needs and risks building on strengths of children, families and carers.
• To implement agreed plans to safeguard children and to increase the capacity and resilience of their parents and/or carers.
• To undertake office duty and respond to crises, as and when required.
  
   
• To assist in developing the existing services for children, their families and carers and to help shape future services.
  
   
• To work as part of a team and thereby contribute to the development of the service.
  
   
• To supervise students, where appropriate.
• To initiate and develop effective working relationships with foster carers as professionals. 
  
   
• To initiate and develop effective working relationships with partner agencies.
  
   
• To develop own professional skills through supervision sessions and through undertaking appropriate training and development.
• To maintain awareness of changes in legislation, related policies and practices and implement these within own professional practice.
  
   
• To maintain accurate records, which are up-to-date.
  
   
• To work in a flexible way, if the need arises, so that tasks not specifically covered in the job description are undertaken.
• To maintain safe working practices for self and others, in accordance with the authority’s policy statement on Health and Safety at Work. 

Job Category:   Interims

Job location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, Greater London, SE6 4RU
United Kingdom
Lewisham Council
Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £79,629.00

We are recruiting for the position of Head of Payroll and Pensions. Please ensure that candidates meet the following essential criteria: Demonstrable expertise in managing payroll and pension functions within a local government setting. Proven ability to lead and develop a team, ensuring compliance with statutory and organisational requirements. Strong understanding of payroll systems, pension schemes, particularly LGPS, and all relevant UK legislation.

Main Purpose of the job: 

To be the strategic lead and responsible for Lewisham Councils payroll and pensions services, serving approximately 3,000 Council employees, 3,000 School employees and 28,000 pension members including active, deferred and pensioners. The annual payroll for the Council is over �170m and the value of the Lewisham LGPS is circa �1.85bn.

As a member of the Finance Leadership team you will contribute to the overall leadership and management of the Finance function by taking leadership of the payroll and pensions service. Setting the direction, developing and managing an efficient, effective and responsive payroll and pensions administration service. Fostering a skilled, customer-focused, and high-performing environment which seeks to innovate and improve.

To ensure the data integrity of the Payroll Oracle Cloud system and the Altair pension system, including the legacy system and archived data required to be accessed and retained under LGPS legislation. To ensure that changes to regulations are reflected in system updates to validate system integrity. Exercise controls to prevent losses of resources and data from fraud or error.

To serve as the principal expert on all payroll and pension related matters, offering advice and support to senior management and stakeholders on payroll and pension issues and identifying the impact and implications of national imperatives and legislation developments. 

Summary of Accountabilities and Personal Duties

1. Develop and manage a full suite of payroll and pensions processes that ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulatory requirements whilst still prioritising the customer experience. Lead and develop a strong working relationship the Council�s Employee Services team, ensuring that there is a streamlined approach to the development of HR and payroll processes.   

1. Ensure best use of payroll and pension administration resources through defining priorities and securing appropriate resources to achieve the Council�s objectives. Lead, manage and develop the payroll and pensions administration teams to ensure efficient and effective performance, customer service and delivery, taking proactive and remedial action when necessary.

2. Be responsible for the operation, management and development of the: payroll and pensions modules of the Council�s ERP system; the Altair pensions system; and the legacy and archive systems by ensuring a constant review of skills, new developments, upgrades and technology to facilitate the accurate and efficient payment of salaries wages and pensions. 

1. Be responsible for the implementation of systems of control over payments or amendments to system data to minimise losses from error or fraud and to be accountable for meeting all statutory or scheme deadlines, to avoid prosecution and fines, including on behalf of external clients.

Knowledge

Evidence of a strong intellectual grasp of local government policy especially in relation to statutory Payroll and Pensions Administration and accounting           S

Knowledge of relevant Local Government Accounting regulations and codes of practice          S

Detailed understanding of audit requirements and programmes.          S

Understanding of implementing and operating electronic payroll and accounting systems     

Demonstrates an understanding of current challenges and opportunities in local government

S

Substantial experience of working in a dynamic environment within a large public or private sector organisation.                  S

A thorough understanding of Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) regulations and administration        

Aptitude              

Excellent numeracy skills with experience in complex payroll and pension calculations.          

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex payroll and pension issues.   

Able to prioritise, and provide clear guidance including the establishment and maintenance of a performance management culture

Skills                                       

Strong leadership, management, and motivational skills with experience in developing teams.            

Proven experience in interpreting and implementing payroll and pension legislation. 

Ability to develop and deliver presentation materials clearly and concisely to a range of audiences    

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.  

Ability to act and think strategically, translating this into deliverables.

Ability to reconcile corporate and strategic objectives

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.

Experience        

Significant experience in payroll and pension administration roles

S

Extensive experience at a senior level managing payroll and pensions functions within a complex organisation, preferably within the public sector or local government.            S

Evidence of having developed and delivered effective performance measures and performance improvement programme in the delivery of services S

Experience of working with payroll and pension software systems (e.g. Oracle Payroll ,Altair Pension system ), including system implementation and enhancements.              S

General Education

A relevant degree or professional payroll or pensions qualification (e.g., MCIPPdip) or equivalent qualifying experience or at least 10 years of experience in managing payroll and pensions             

Equality & Diversity

Awareness of and a commitment to Equality of Access and Opportunity in a diverse community        

Understanding of how equality and diversity relates to this post            

Ability to demonstrate commitment to the principles of equality in employment and service delivery 

Personal Qualities

Strong leadership, management, and motivational skills with experience in developing teams.            

Must be financially fluent, cost and contribution conscious with a focus on value for money  

Energetic, determined, robust and resilient enough to cope with the demands of the role.       

Able to establish positive working relationships with partners and colleagues across different disciplines.    

High standards of integrity        

Commitment to learn � desire to acquire new knowledge, skills and approaches.        

Circumstances

Able to attend meetings in the evenings; to work outside normal office hours; and to work beyond minimum hours as and when required to achieve deadlines.

Job Category:  Housing

Job location: Ruthin Road, Wrexham, Wrexham Principal Area, LL13 7TU

United Kingdom

Wrexham County Borough Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £19.20 per hour 

The Post Holder will be the Lead Officer for the department and should be experienced in the management of all the aspects and procedures to determine legal liability and defend the Authority to minimise the financial risk to the Authority for Disrepair claims, Personal Injury claims, Statutory Nuisance along with tenant compensation claims and possess the ability to analyse data to make decisions in difficult situations exercising initiative to resolve issues as it is essential to the primary purpose of the post to minimise financial risk to the Authority.The Post Holder will undertake detailed specialist surveys to dwellings, prepare contract specifications and manage contractors undertaking remedial works, ensuring that quality standards are achieved and that full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements is maintained and The Post Holder will thoroughly investigate all Housing Disrepair claims and allocated Personal Injury claims involving carrying out detailed interviews with claimants to prepare detailed reports for Insurers and Solicitors, and be the Instructing Officer for the department in the negotiation of settlements in all Housing Disrepair claims and allocated Personal Injury claims.The Post Holder will be responsible for monitoring all Housing Department claims/reports in relation to damp issues including reporting on the current situation and trends to Senior Management. The Post Holder will be the designated Expert Witness and attend court in support of the Council’s case and will ensure the provision of all disclosure documentation, witness statements, legal file preparation, notice of completion of works, rent accounts and any other relevant information.

Job Category:  Social Care Non-Qualified

Job location: Castle Street, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, CF47 8AN
United Kingdom
Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £15.06 per hour

Option to work from home 1 day a week when settled into the post.

The successful applicant will work Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 5pm, but the role will require a degree of flexibility and you may need to work later into the early evening on occasions, although you will then get your time back. There is an option to work from home 1 days a week when settled into the role.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITY

1. To provide a quality needs led service for young people 16+ who are preparing to leave care and to provide their support post care in a sensitive manner that reflects the authority's equalities policy. 

2. To act as an advocate for service users and to take on a quality assurance role, by ensuring pathway plans are specifically tailored to the service users’ needs and have clear identifiable objectives and outcomes; 

3. To operate in a mobile flexible service necessitating staff to carry out planned duties as an essential part of their working life

4. To provide a personal advisor role for all categories of young people under section 104 as required by the Social services and Wellbeing Act 2014 and Children (leaving care) Act 2000 including the production and review of the pathway plan post 18.

5. To have case responsibility for young people post 18 and ensure their pathway plans are reviewed every six months and changed to reflect their circumstances. 

6. To assess, negotiate, determine and agree outcomes in relation to the young person's health, education and financial needs;

7. To offer direct support to young people who live independently, and coordinate their support with issues such as, education and training and to advise them on maximising their income;

8. In accordance with Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council 16+ policy and procedures, distribute emergency and miscellaneous payments/birthday/festivity allowances to young people and help the young person manage their setting up home allowances on behalf of the county council

9. To provide support to young people once they have left care by providing a range of individual and group work sessions designed to improve their life skills, relieve social isolation and enhance peer support

10. To maintain positive links with a range of accommodation providers including supported lodgings, in order to promote positive choice and good quality accommodation for young people

11. To help young people develop positive relationships with their peers and other adults and contribute to the community in which they live. To enable them to acquire adequate practical living skills and move them forward in identifying and securing education, training or employment;

Essential: 

• Knowledge of legislation Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and Social Services and Wellbeing Act 2014 and any policies underpinning Children's Services.
• Knowledge of adolescent development
• Knowledge of child protection issues
• Understanding of the effects of deprivation on young people 
• Knowledge of equal opportunities and anti-oppressive practice 
• Experience of direct work with young people
• Worked with multi agency partners
• Assessing the needs of children and/or young people in a social care setting or living independently;
• Implemented the core planning process;
• Experience of working with education, employment or training providers;
• Worked within a social care setting with young people for a minimum of two years
• Experience of establishing and maintaining good professional practice 
• Requirement to travel independently throughout Merthyr Tydfil County Borough
• Enhanced DBS Check.
• The Personal Advisor will be required to work in a young person supportive manner. This will require the post holder to work in a flexible manner outside normal office hours including before 9.00 am after 5.00 pm and occasionally during evenings and weekends.

job Category: Admin & Clerical

Job location: Sbarc | Spark, Maindy Road, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF24 4HQ,
United Kingdom
Cardiff Capital Region

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £14.13 per hour

A typical week is 2 days in the office and 3 days remote

Job Purpose

To work closely with the Accountant and Finance Business Partner to oversee CCR�s financial accounting, reporting and internal control environment, ensuring that all inputs to the General Ledger via its feeder systems are accurate, timely and robust.

Furthermore, to support the wider finance team, key internal and external stakeholders in respect of all accounting and reporting requirements.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

To assist the accountant in the preparation of revenue budget estimates, monthly and quarterly closure of accounts and compliance with relevant codes of practice for the council and relevant joint committees.

To assist the accountant in the monitoring and financing of expenditure, including the preparation and agreement of grant claims and completion of statistical returns as required.

To oversee the Income Scheduler, ensuring that periodic income billing is completed on time, track the receipt of income payments, and assist to oversee dunning process ensuring that CCR always maximises its cashflow.

To lead on all aspects of CCR�s Procure to Process, from the timely review and actioning of Purchase Requisitions and PO Generation, through to Goods Receipting and Invoice Receipting, ensuring the overall accuracy and completeness of the CCR�s Purchase Ledger to inform internal management accounts and decision making.

Ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of all general ledger transactions processed via CIVICA to the specific Projects and programmes and include all relevant supporting documentation for auditing purposes.

To lead on all aspects of managing and maintaining CCR�s Banking arrangements including bank reconciliations and related support functions e.g., cashflow forecasting.

To assist with the reconciliation of VAT Control Accounts and the preparation of monthly VAT returns for CCR in-line with agreed processes and deadlines.

To contribute to the improvement of CCR�s financial processes, including documenting and improving the use of financial systems. This post supports the accountant to ensure that all financial entries are appropriate, accurate and completed in a timely fashion as documented in CCR�s Monthly, Quarterly and Year closing schedules.

To be an effective, proactive, and committed member of the Finance Team.

Corporate Requirements

To participate actively in supporting the principles and practice of equality of opportunity as stated in the CCR�s Equal Opportunities Policy.

To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions and to comply with all health and safety legislation as appropriate.

As a term of your employment, you may be required to undertake such other duties and/or times of work as may reasonably be required of you, commensurate with your grade or general level of responsibility within the organisation.

Although you will be provided with a base, you will be required to work from various locations in accordance with the needs of the role.

AAT Level 2 / Level2 in NVQ in accounting (or equivalent and show evidence of continuous professional

development

Ability to communicate in the Welsh language, or commitment to learn

Application Form and Certification where required

Experience / Knowledge

Have experience and basic understanding of accounting functions and how they interact with each other.

Knowledge of Local Government / Public Sector Finance.

Experience of working in a project or team environment.

Technically competent.

Proven range of computer skills including Word and Excel.

Use of a Financial Management Systems

Able to produce a high standard of work.

Able to develop and maintain good working papers for processes undertaken.

Able to fully research tasks or projects.

Application Form and Interview

Personal Attributes

Self-motivated and willing to learn something new.

Committed to personal and professional development through attendance of courses and seminars as appropriate.

Job Category:  - Hybrid - Health

Job location: Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Shefford, Central Bedfordshire, SG17 5TQ,
United Kingdom
Central Bedfordshire Council
Hours per week: 36

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £14.60 per hour

Candidate must commit to full time role 37 hours a week and with flexibility to work minimum 1 day a week in the evening. Candidates must be able to drive and have full use of a car as there will be travel across the three local authorities. Must be able to attend the CBC office once a week usually on a Tuesday. Training will be provided. Candidates will need to be DBS checked.

Central Bedfordshire Council are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Public Health Officer to join our new Choose You team, helping to improve the quality of life for residents of Central Bedfordshire, Bedford Borough and Milton Keynes. 

You will be responsible for providing stop smoking support for members of the public and will have a caseload of clients, who you will support in person, via telephone and over Teams.

You will be an integral part of a progressive Public Health team dedicated to providing a high-quality service. You will be provided with opportunities for training to perform this role and continue your own personal development. 

The role may also include some delivery of support for residents on weekends or evenings, both virtually and face-to-face.

Find your greatness by helping us to deliver better services to the local community.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide tailored care to individuals aiming to quit smoking, including behavioural support and motivational interviewing.
• Develop personalised quit plans, including setting a quit date, identifying triggers and coping strategies.
• Offer guidance on nicotine replacement therapies (NRTs) and other stop-smoking medications, ensuring safe and effective use.
• Monitor client progress through regular follow-ups and adapt support based on their needs and challenges.
• Maintain accurate client records in accordance with confidentiality policies and service guidelines.
• Deliver one-to-one sessions or groups in the community, healthcare, or virtual settings to support smoking cessation.
• Promote smoking cessation services within communities and liaise with other healthcare professionals to encourage referrals.
• Stay updated on smoking cessation research and guidelines to ensure evidence-based support is consistently provided.
• Provide information and feedback to support the ongoing development of the service.

Qualifications and Experience

We would like to hear from you if you are passionate about improving outcomes, committed to enhancing service delivery and have:

• Excellent communication skills and a talent for motivating people.
• Degree-level education and/or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Understanding of health inequalities and experience working with diverse populations, including ethnic minorities and individuals from deprived areas.
• Experience delivering and co-ordinating service delivery and experience in stop smoking lifestyle change support.
• The ability to build strong working relationships and work effectively autonomously and within a team.
• Demonstrable ability to be organised, prioritise your workload effectively and meet deadlines.
• Strong presentation, facilitation and IT skills.
• This role requires some travel you must be able to drive, have access to a vehicle and hold a full valid driving licence and the ability to travel across the 3 local authority areas which is Central Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes and Bedford.

Job Category:   Interims

Job location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT
United Kingdom
London Borough of Bexley
Hours per week: 36

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £22.96 per hour

Individual will be expected to come into the office or appropriate Bexley office twice per week.

Purpose of the job 

The Senior Auditor will support the internal audit team in the delivery of the Internal Audit Plan. The Auditor will deliver their own varied portfolio of work.

Requirements

• Part or fully qualified
• Over 3 years of on the job internal auditing experience
• Public sector and school audit experience highly beneficial
• To be in the office (or relevant location in The London Borough of Bexley) two times per week

Principal accountabilities 

Direction 

The Auditor will assist the internal audit team in providing assurance on the effectiveness of the Council’s systems of internal control, risk management, and governance processes. The Auditor will work closely with senior management to agree improvements to the ways in which the Council operates. 

Implementation

The Auditor will research, plan and prepare draft terms of reference in respect of audit assignments for approval by the Internal Audit Manager and the Head of Assurance. The Auditor will plan audit work so that it is conducted efficiently and effectively in line with agreed deadlines and budget. The Auditor will undertake follow up reviews of audits. The Auditor will support management in continuously improving the audit service. 

Organisational Control and Development 

a) Give consideration to the risks identified by Services and work in conjunction with the management team to ensure that the controls adequately address the risks, establishing whether they are working effectively. 

b) Analytical skills with the ability to undertake data analysis and data mining. 

c) Develop and encourage clear channels of two-way communication with client throughout the conduct of audit engagements. 

d) Contribute to the discussions of findings with Heads of Service, Directors, and agree Management Action Plans for the implementation of recommendations with them. 

e) Report significant risk or governance issues arising from the audits undertaken. 

f) Adhere to the Global Internal Auditing Standards and the Council’s policies on diversity, equal opportunities and health and safety. 

g) Keep fully informed of the latest developments in respect of relevant legislation and regulations including accountancy and audit regulations, risk and audit techniques. 

h) To ensure that working practices and processes are developed that maximise the use of new technology to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services. 

Personal Effectiveness 

a) To deal promptly with all matters requiring the post holder’s personal attention. 

b) To be fully conversant with relevant statutory provisions and the Council’s constitution, processes and procedures; to develop the full range of professional skills and knowledge to satisfy the requirements of the post. 

c) To establish and develop effective working relationships. 

d) Take responsibility for own continuing professional development needs through the completion of mandatory training and refresher programmes, the development, maintenance and recording of development programmes and other relevant means, where applicable.

Job Category:   Social Care Qualified

Job location: Ty Brycheiniog, Brecon Enterprise Park, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8BT United Kingdom

Powys County Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £29.22 per hour