Jobs

Job Category :Housing

Location : 160 Tooley Street, Southwark Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time :17:00
Salary: £23.67

The Residential Conveyancing & Compliance Officer will work in a team taking forward the development and delivery of homeowner policies ranging from ad hoc sales of land to permissions for alterations, as well as ensuring that homeowners are compliant with lease and freehold transfer requirements. The Residential Conveyancing & Compliance Team also provides operational support for the delivery of the Council’s policies relating to specific types of disposal and acquisition of council homes. The successful candidate will be a dynamic individual with proven knowledge and ability in providing professional residential conveyancing advice and monitoring transactions carried out by external solicitors.

Essential qualifications/ skills: Qualified as a Property Lawyer or as a Licenced Conveyancer or having proven relevant equivalent experience of residential conveyancing practice and procedures in a similar role for at least three years, particularly with respect to local authority disposals.

Contractual hours: 36 hours - Up to 6 months contract

 Monday to Friday. Hybrid working (currently working at Tooley st. office on Monday and Tuesdays – Please note this could be subject to change).
JOB SUMMARY:

•           Ensuring that:

•           Individual residential conveyancing transactions comply with statute, case law, residential conveyancing practices and contractual requirements under Lease and Transfer agreements;

•           The council is able to collect due revenue in relation to service charges and administrative fees; 

•           Matters are effectively and efficiently progressed and that records fully reflect their progression; and

•           Service Providers receive comprehensive and accurate instructions.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES 

1.         Being an integral member of the Residential Conveyancing Compliance Team [“the Team”], ensuring individually and collectively that:

a.         its aims and objectives are met;

b.         matters are dealt with in a timely and professional manner in accordance with statute, policy or corporate guidelines;

c.         all stakeholders are appropriately advised at all times;

d.         risks and issues are identified and escalated to the Residential Conveyancing Compliance Manager [“the RCCM”]; 

e.         the council’s interests are fully protected so that it continues to receive service charge payments on the sale of all Leasehold and relevant Freehold properties and service charge arrears are fully recovered on the sale of the same, and

f.          the council’s other financial and fiduciary duties are protected.

2.         Proactively operating with minimal supervision to carry out all necessary administration and pre-legal instruction work pertaining to types of matter falling under or in relation to (but not limited to) any of the Work Types*.

3.         To act as an officer for departmental escalations and Member enquiries, giving strategic and operational advice to internal and external stakeholders.

KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION:

1          Knowledge, understanding and experience of using, interpreting and implementing the governing legislation relating to residential leasehold management, including the Leasehold Reform & Urban Development Act 1993, Landlord & Tenant Acts and Housing Acts.

2          Qualified as a Property Lawyer or as a Licenced Conveyancer or having proven relevant equivalent experience of residential conveyancing practice and procedures in a similar role for at least three years, particularly with respect to local authority disposals.

3          Knowledge and understanding of the council’s restrictions and obligations in withholding and providing information under the Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts.

4          Knowledge and understanding of the processes of Her Majesty’s court services, particularly the First Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).

EXPERIENCE:

5          Experience of dealing with and ability to advise on leasehold and legal issues, communicating such information in person and in writing to a high standard in formal and informal settings, tailored appropriately to the audience i.e. to tenants, homeowners and their representatives (including solicitors and financial institutions), other council officers, advice agencies and other public sector or government bodies (including the land registry), such issues including those relating to service charge calculations relevant to a leasehold portfolio, general and specific consents, rectifications, lease variations, collective enfranchisement, ad hoc disposals, licences for alteration and other Work Types as specified in the Job description.

6          Experience of advising on individual leases, lease types and freehold transfers, particularly those relating to local authority and/or other social landlord owned or managed residential property.

ABILITIES:

7          Ability to successfully lead and develop internal and external relationships, deputising for the RCCM when necessary or appropriate.

8          Excellent numeracy and verbal reasoning skills with the experience of and ability to produce, research and collate information and data, to analyse it, provide meaningful statistics from it, draw conclusions from it and identify what actions may be required from it.

9          Ability to work on one’s own initiative and to operate effectively as a team member, using the most effective method to manage large and conflicting workloads, prioritise and meet deadlines, proactively and reactively identify and address issues in a timely and professional manner.

10        Ability to use a wide range of computer packages including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access to produce reports, tables and graphical information.

11        Ability to train colleagues and write comprehensive instruction manuals/procedures on all aspects of the work.

12        Awareness of the impact of service development, quality and knowledge management in a customer service environment, evidenced by employing excellent customer service skills and promoting an environment of constant improvement. 

•           Right first time service delivery;

•           Can do attitude and demonstrable ownership and responsibility;

•           Passion, drive and commitment;

•           Service delivery which is focussed on the customer and shaped by putting yourself in the customer’s shoes;

•           Strong communication skills and ability to communicate in a range of formats;

•           Strong commitment to corporate working, team working and joint working with internal and external stakeholders;

•           Flexible attitude, always prepared to go the extra mile;

•           Effective delegation;

•           Ability to use own initiative to proactively and reactively identify and address complex issues ;

•           Using the most effective methods to manage large and conflicting workloads in a timely and professional manner, keeping customers informed and motivating staff and colleagues to do the same; and•           Actively learning from experiences.

Job Category : Housing

Location : The Deane Depot, Somerset Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00
Salary: £17.71

The Home Moves Plus (HMP) Project was established to make better use of the existing social housing stock in the Taunton and Wellington areas, and to mitigate the impact of Hinkley Point C’s construction on the housing needs of local people by creating bed spaces in the area through downsizing.

The role is responsible for reducing the number of under occupied households within Somerset Council’s ‘in-house’ landlord housing stock, thus freeing up much needed accommodation for those who need it.

If the role did not exist and tenant’s circumstances change, they could find themselves living in accommodation that is no longer affordable to them and does not suit their needs. The Council will also have less ability to manage its housing stock in line with local priorities.

Key results area          Accountability

Corporate Responsibilities     Understand, uphold, and promote the aims of the council’s equality, diversity, and inclusion policies; health, safety and wellbeing of self and others; and Organisational values in everything you do. Equality and Diversity practice covers both interaction with staff, service users and communities and includes challenging discrimination and promoting equality of opportunity for all.

Operational Service Delivery Engage frequently with tenants, their family, and friends, providing solutions to meet their housing needs. 

Responsible for ensuring relevant documentation is completed, for example: housing register application forms, tenancy agreements, tenancy termination forms, grant/tenant incentive forms and welfare benefit change of circumstances forms.

Responsible for updating the housing management system with changes to tenancies. 

Responsible for determination of value of grants awarded under Somerset Council’s Transfer Removal Grant scheme, ensuring all internal financial processes are followed, resulting in tenants receiving their payments.

Create and deliver the following reports: periodic list of all the financial incentives awarded to tenants' year to date up to an annual value of £25,000, quarterly reporting on location data, case studies and issues, postcode monitoring, end of year and final reports. 

Subject to policy and guidelines the postholder will decide upon who is eligible and those who will be entitled to receive incentives including a grant payment, additional support, and assistance.

Report concerns relating to the safeguarding of children, young people, or vulnerable adults in accordance with agreed procedures.


Qualifications 

Essential

Good general standard of education (minimum to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Mathematics).

Evidence of continuing development of professional skills, e.g. through training, qualification and/or experience. 

Desirable

Be a member of a professional body for housing i.e. the Chartered Institute of Housing.

Knowledge and Experience 

Essential  

Knowledge of the demographics of the housing tenants, the local community and wider sub regional impacts, such as Hinkley Point, in respect of properties for letting and impacts on homelessness.

Knowledge of income management work and best practice in a housing organisation context.

Detailed and extensive professional and technical knowledge of allocations and lettings policy and practice.

Detailed and extensive professional and technical knowledge of wider housing management policy and practice, housing law and best practice relating to neighbourhood and tenancy management.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and housing applications (Open Housing System, Homefinder Somerset, Choice Based Lettings system, Home Swapper Mutual Exchange System)

Knowledge of services across Somerset Council, for example Children’s services, adult social care and community mental health.

Desirable 

Experience of working with elected members or in a political environment.

Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety legislation and requirements.

Experience of working in a social housing organisation.

Skills

Essential 

Good customer service and communication skills.

Able to value and promote equality and diversity.

Able to build successful working relationships with a range on internal and external stakeholders.

Have a flexible approach to changing deadlines. 

Persuasive and encouraging, adopting a coaching style to support customers. 

Desirable

High degree of problem solving and decision making.

Able to identify opportunities for further enabling and self-serve. Understand when to consult with others, including specialists.

Job Category : Social Care - Qualified

Location : Newtown Ladywell House, Powys County Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30
Salary: £26.55

Main Purpose of Post:

To assess and care manage the complex needs of adults with a disability and their carers to ensure their health, wellbeing and social inclusion. 

To liaise with Reablement, where appropriate, and other services and professionals to ensure seamless care pathways which safeguard and promote independence.

To promote partnership working which supports the person centred outcomes to be delivered. 

To undertake safeguarding investigations as required.

Local Authorities meet their statutory obligations under the Social Services and Wellbeing Act 2014 and Mental Health Law.

Principal Responsibilities:

1.         The needs of adults with a disability and their carers are assessed holistically, packages of care negotiated, monitored and reviewed within the first six weeks

2.         Maintaining an agreed manageable but complex caseload.

3.         Risks to service users and others are assessed and balanced in a way that promotes independence of service users and their carers. 

4.         Recommendations about allocating scarce resources are made. 

5.         Equal opportunity and respect for diversity and difference is promoted. 

6.         Social inclusion of isolated and vulnerable people is promoted.

7.         Abuse of vulnerable adults is investigated.

8.         Collaboration and multi-disciplinary working with other agencies is strengthened. 

9.         Accountable for actions through



Experience

•          12 months post qualifying  experience of working with  People with a disability and their carers

•          Experience of undertaking assessments of need and identifying and managing risks.

•          Experience of complex casework 

•          Experience of care management across the range of health and social care settings

Knowledge

•          Understanding of the needs of  People with a disability and their carers

•          Understanding of safeguarding and the issues affecting People with a disability and their carers

•          Knowledge of current legislation, national guidance and best practice relevant to the post.

•          Knowledge and implementation of the Mental Capacity Act 

Qualifications & Training

•          Appropriate social work qualification (i.e. Degree in Social Work, DipSW or equivalent).

•          Registration as Social Worker with CCW/CQC 

•          Commitment to undertake appropriate CPEL qualification

Safeguarding Requirements

•          This position has a requirement for an Enhanced DBS Check

Skills

•          Good communication skills, written and verbal.

•          Good IT skills.

•          Ability to organise, prioritise and manage a caseload.

•          Ability to build and maintain partnerships 

•          Ability to manage crisis, conflict resolution and challenging behaviours

•          Ability to demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practice.

•          Commitment to the principles of confidentiality.

•          Must have knowledge and commitment to the principles of social care as embodied in relevant legislation.

Other requirements 

•          Current driving licence or ability to travel extensively around the county.

Job Category : Finance (Technical)

Location : Enfield, Enfield Council

Base Salary :    £41,442.00

Enfield Council is a dynamic local authority committed to transforming the borough, addressing inequality, and creating opportunities for everyone who lives, works, and learns in Enfield.

We are currently seeking a Senior Finance Officer to join our Finance Business Partnering team, providing essential financial support to the Council and senior management team within the Education and Schools service.

Key Responsibilities:

•          Assist the Finance Manager in delivering high-quality, flexible, and professional finance support to service departments.

•          Support the business partnering team in revenue budget setting, monitoring, and year-end processes, including complex reconciliations and grant monitoring.

•          Provide expert technical advice to schools, budget holders, and officers to aid decision-making.

•          Ensure compliance with Internal Financing Reporting Standards and CIPFA’s Code of Practice for Local Government Accounting.

•          Proactively seek opportunities to enhance the financial support provided to the Council and schools.

•          Collaborate with internal departments and schools to resolve queries effectively.

About You:

If you are a finance professional who tackles big questions, embraces new challenges, and is eager to learn new skills, we want to hear from you.

Working Arrangements:

Enfield Council offers a hybrid working arrangement, with a minimum expectation of one day in the office every other week. Staff may be required to attend the office as needed by the service.

Job Specifics –  Skills, Experience 

(In this section you should list between 4 and a maximum of 8 essential recruitment and selection criteria and 2 desirable criteria).  The information you provide in this section will be used in the recruitment application process to assess the suitability of job applicants.

Essential:

•          Relevant accountancy experience, working within a finance team related role in a local authority or wider public sector or not for profit organisation environment as part of Financial Accounting or Finance Business Partnering Teams

•          Excellent oral and written communication skills

•          Experience of working with senior stakeholders

•          Excellent IT skills, experience and knowledge including Microsoft packages and specifically strong Excel skills

•          Experience of supporting change / efficiency initiatives

•          Knowledge and understanding of local authority accounting and reporting requirements. Experience of year end closing processes and dealing with audit queries

•          Experience working to deadlines with a high attention to detail and accuracy

Proactive development of skills and knowledge

•          Highly numerate and literate 

Desirable: 

CCAB or CIMA part or fully qualified Accountant 

ICT technical experience

Competencies*:

Please choose a maximum of 6 most important competencies for the role from either the Staff Competency Framework (up to SO2) Leadership Competency Framework (PO1 and above) and list here in ranked order. Candidates will be asked to address these when making their application.

1.         Driving Success

2.         Technical and Professional Expertise

3.         Provide Leadership

4.         Intellectual Adaptability/Commercially focussed

5.         Build Relationships

6.         Manage Change

Knowledge*

1.         Excellent understanding and experience of working within public sector Finance accountancy related roles

2.         Council processes and working practices

3.         Demonstrable experience of working within a finance related role in a local authority

Qualification(s)*1.         CCAB or CIMA  part or fully qualified accountant  desirable

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
Salary: £202.05

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: Social & Health Care Qualified

Location: Bath, Somerset
Salary:£22,000
Hours per week: 40.00
bath & North East Somerset

About the Role:

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated British Sign Language (BSL) trained Support Worker to provide high-quality care and support to our clients in Bath. You will work in a dynamic team, ensuring that the needs of individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing are met with respect and professionalism. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference in people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide personalized care and support to service users, ensuring their individual needs and preferences are central to all activities.

Facilitate effective communication with clients, using British Sign Language and other appropriate methods as needed.

Assist with daily living tasks including personal care, meal preparation, and household management.

Support service users in accessing community resources, healthcare, and social activities.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, families, and other professionals to promote a holistic care approach.

Maintain accurate records and reports relating to client care and progress.

Participate in regular team meetings and training sessions to continue professional development.

Observe and act on guidance and policies related to safeguarding and confidentiality.

Person Specification:

Proven experience working as a Support Worker, with specific expertise in British Sign Language.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt communication methods to suit individual needs.

A caring, empathetic approach and the ability to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds.

Flexibility, resilience, and a proactive attitude towards problem solving.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Relevant qualifications and training in health, social care, or a related field are desirable.

An understanding of the unique challenges faced by Deaf or Hard of Hearing individuals.

Working Hours and Conditions:

Full-time and part-time opportunities available.

A flexible working pattern, including some evenings and weekends, may be required.Competitive salary package with opportunities for professional development and training.

Job Category : Building Services & Maintenance

Location :White Rose House, Northallerton, DL6 2NA, North Yorkshire Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 17:00
Salary: £26.38

8 building surveyors required for a project working with Align Property Services. 

Working hours are Monday - Friday, across the below locations. 

08:30 - 17:00 

Required to review housing stock, predominately across Selby, Harrogate and Richmondshire. 

Job Category :Manual Labour

Location :Nottingham Community Housing Association

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:00

End Time : 16:30
Salary: £15.00

This role entails being the second person to either a plumber, joiner or groundworker. The work is varied and may include assisting with things like fencing, fitting worktops, fitting baths or mould washing. The majority of work will be within tenanted properties and therefore experience of working with people in a social housing setting would be useful.

Job Category : Social & Health Care Non-Qualified

Location : Queens Road 1, Southwark Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £21.31

Brief Job description:

The All Age Disability (0-25) / Learning Disability (25+) service provides a comprehensive and integrated social care pathway for Children and Young People with Disabilities and for adults with Learning Disabilities. We are looking for a Full Time Support Worker to join the All Age Disabilities, Positive Behaviour Support Team for a short term agency position.

The Positive Behaviour Support Team sits within the All Age Disabilities Team alongside the Short Breaks and Children in Need social care teams. The All Age Disabilities, Positive Behaviour Support Team is a small team of four full time PBS Support Workers with PBS Team Lead and Senior Practitioner providing project oversight. We work with families open to both the All Age Disabilities Service and the 25+ Learning Disabilities Service. We also work within Southwark’s Family Hubs providing early intervention and preventative support through training and advice.

We provide positive behaviour support interventions to children, young people and adults through comprehensive assessment and formulation of behaviours that challenge to create behaviour support plans. We deliver outreach support within the family home or support settings with the aim of increasing independence and quality of life for young people and supporting families or carers to develop skills and understanding in supporting people with needs related to learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviour.

Knowledge, including educational qualifications:

1.         Knowledge of clinical frameworks Positive Behavioural Support and or Applied Behaviour Analysis

2.         Knowledge of disabilities and the impact they can have on individuals’ lives

3.         Knowledge and awareness of issues relating to communities from diverse backgrounds

4.         PBS qualification (e.g. BTEC Level 4 Professional Certificate in Positive Behaviour Support) or equivalent professional or lived experience

Experience:

5.         Experience of formulating and implementing support plans and behaviour interventions and strategies

6.         Experience of using person centred approaches to enable service users to achieve their goals, outcomes and maximise their independence

7.         Experience of working with children and young people / adults with learning disability and/or autism who display behaviour that challenges. 

8.         Experience of working with a wide variety of professionals and agencies to enable children and/or adults to achieve outcomes and maximise their independence 

9.         An awareness of the risks associated with disability and the ability to use this knowledge to safeguard disabled children. Recognise and report any concerns about the welfare of a child promptly in line with Southwark’s guidance on safeguarding children.

Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies:

10.       Good interpersonal skills and the ability to encourage positive working relationships with both staff and be able to use specialist communication tools with children, young people and adults who may be non verbal or have communication difficulties.

11.       Literacy skills to enable the post holder to produce high quality non-standard correspondences.

12.       Numeric skills to enable the post holder to collate and analyse complex information, and produce good quality data that is easily understood by others

13.       Ability to use monitoring and evaluation tools 

14.       Ability to organise and prioritise your work, responding to changing priorities and deadlines15.       Computer literacy skills at a level to maintain case records within information management systems

Job Category : Manual Labour

Location : ALEXANDRA HOUSE, London Borough of Haringey

Hours Per Week : 10.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 07:00

End Time :09:00
Salary: £13.77


Role Purpose

To provide a professional and comprehensive cleaning service which must meet the expected standards required by Haringey Council.

To ensure that all relevant Haringey Health and Safety measures are adhered to.

Main Responsibilities

1.         To carry out: 

General cleaning tasks, including mopping, sweeping, dusting (both low and high levels), damp wiping and buffing of both horizontal and vertical surfaces which include desks, cabinets, walls, doors, chairs, vision panel, windows, and sills,  cleaning washrooms to include descale of toilets, urinals and showers, vacuuming floors and soft furnishing, emptying, and cleaning of waste bins with remove of waste sacks to the designated recycling areas and to place in the appropriate bin. 

Periodic cleaning to include insides of fridges and microwave ovens with the moving of small surface equipment to clean surrounding areas.

Spillage cleaning – to include blood and bodily fluids 

2.         To ensure a full knowledge and understanding of designated duties, work areas, activities and expected standards of performance.

3.         To ensure that you carry out all allocated cleaning duties to satisfaction of Haringey and as instructed by the Management Team.  

4.         To understand that the corporate monthly percentage scores for audits are to be maintained along with associated paperwork as required.

5.         To ensure that that the cleaning duties are carried out within the contracted hours and if completed before this time, to assist with additional tasks as instructed by your Supervisor/Management Team.

6.         To understand Haringey’s policies and procedures and to complete all relevant paperwork required for the Management Team

7.         To understand and comply with Haringey’s health and safety policies and procedures. 

8.         To ensure and maintain high standards of personal hygiene, with special attention to hands, fingernails, hair care and general appearance. For reasons of safety whist working, you must wear: the ‘Haringey Facilities Team’ uniform allocated to you, sturdy closed toed shoes, and minimum jewellery. 

9.         To ensure that your issued uniform is always maintained and presentable. To wear appropriate PPE as required.

10.       To be responsible for your own health and safety and always maintain a safe working environment for others in your workplace. 

11.       To ensure that you do not attempt any work activity to include use of chemicals, substances, and machinery unless you have been trained to do so and with the authority of the Management Team

12.       To understand and adhered to the absent and sickness procedure and report sickness, absence or accident, to your Supervisor/Management Team, allowing sufficient time to cover your shift.

13.       To ensure that all cleaning equipment and machinery is checked for safe to use prior and on completion of the cleaning task and is returned clean and tidy to the store area.

14.       To be responsible for your cleaning storage area, ensuring that it is clean, tidy, and sufficiently stock with relevant chemicals and materials and with no personal items. 

15.       To preform cover or miscellaneous cleaning duties as appropriate or as instructed by you Supervisor/Management Team

16.       To attend and actively take part in any training sessions, general discussions, and toolbox talks.

17.       To report any faults or failings to the Supervisor/Line Manger

The job profile is issued as a guideline to assist you in your duties, and it is not exhaustive. Because of the evolving nature and changing demands of the business this job profile maybe subject to change, you may, on occasions, be required to undertake additional and other duties within the context of the Job Profile.


Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Six months in a similar role

To understand COSHH and the association with relevant cleaning chemicals. 

The ability to work in a team or with minimum supervision using their own initiative.

Knowledge of the correct cleaning techniques and colour coding 

Understanding EnglishBasic Maths

Job Category : Sec / Admin

Location :Cunard Building Water Street Pier Head Liverpool L2 2BS, Liverpool City Council

Hours Per Week : 35.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00
Salary: £14.24

Job Purpose

• To contribute to the achievement of corporate objectives and those of the

Portfolio

• To contribute to the overall improvement in the management and performance

of the financial administration of the City Council, with particular regard to the

financial management of services

Main Areas of Responsibility:

• Assist in the provision of regular cyclical and ad-hoc budgetary control

information and advice to budget holders at all levels, ensuring the needs and

requirements of budget holders are met under the supervision of the Principal

Finance Officer

• Verify and distribute payroll information for the business unit managers

• Assist in the maintenance of financial information systems including input and

monitoring of budget virements, accountancy journals etc, clearance of

suspense accounts, monitoring of holding accounts and establishment of new

accounting codes and structures

• Assist with the completion of financial returns and grant claims with supporting

working papers promptly, accurately and completely within deadlines set by

funding bodies and for audit

• Deputise for the other members of the finance team as required

• Have an awareness of the implementation of the City Council's personnel

policies and procedures for the Finance Team.


Qualification and training

Essential

• Demonstrate a willingness to undertake any additional training as required to

further enhance/improve the job and service 

• Good working knowledge of financial procedures 

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of financial software packages, enquiry packages and corporate

accounting systems 

• Previous experience of working accurately within procedures and deadlines in

a financial environment 

Desirable

• Experience of dealing with the public

• Experience of providing financial information and advice to non-finance

managers

• Financial experience in a Local government environment or similar sized

organisation

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Ability to manage own workload 

• Ability to analyse and evaluate data 

• High level of computer literacy 

• Ability to work accurately to deadlines 

Desirable

• Numerate

• Good communication skills, both orally and in writing

• Ability to contribute to a team working environment• Ability to react quickly and decisively to changing work priorities

Job Category :Building Services, Trades & Maintenance

Location :Ty Blaen, Torfaen Council

Hours Per Week :42.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time :06:00

End Time :18:00
Salary: £13.08


1.         Operation and routine maintenance/checks of large plant machinery for example Scarab/Johnson sweepers or similar mechanical sweepers.  This will also require a HGV licence and any other necessary training.

2.         Use the Torfaen Mobile Worker App to receive, prioritise and respond to all work tasks and responsibilities, using initiative to prioritise and manage time and resources for effective service delivery.

3.         Picking up litter and assisting with the collection and disposal of items “fly-tipped” using the Torfaen Mobile App complying with service delivery performance indicators and deadlines.

4.         Emptying and cleansing of litter and dog bins

5.         General grounds maintenance to include, grass cutting, hedge trimming, removal of weeds, clearing leaves and blossom in housing estates, public parks, playing fields, landscaped areas and similar open spaces.

6.         Monitor and ensure that all play areas are clean and safe to use.

7.         Maintenance of shrub beds around shopping precincts, public buildings etc. and cutting back overgrowth to paths and other thoroughfares.

8.         Erection and dismantling of sports and other equipment eg. football/rugby goals

9.         Cleansing of public buildings such as changing rooms and toilets

10.      Manual sweeping where necessary.

11.      Patrol and attendance activities (for example collection and issuing of tickets)

12.      Maintenance of orderly conduct of the public (including Funerals, events etc)

13.      Assist with the manual winter maintenance service i.e. gritting of roads / pathways

14.      Work in a safe manner, with safe working practices ensuring that all protective clothing is worn as necessary or directed

Education/Qualifications/Knowledge

1.1 Current driving licence to enable the       operation of vehicles, larger plant and equipment

1.2 HGV Licence

1.3 Knowledge of Streetscene tasks

1.4 Knowledge of basic horticulture

Experience

2.1  Experience in the field of Streetscene

2.2 Experience in the field of horticulture

2.3 Experience of operating various Streetscene light plant and equipment (or a willingness to learn)

Skills and Abilities

3.1      Contributes positively to the development and performance of the team in which they work

3.2      Able to maintain a good working relationship with colleagues

3.3      Deals positively and objectively with conflict

3.4      Encourages and supports other team members

3.5      Displays a helpful and approachable manner

3.6      Seeks and accepts expertise/advice when appropriate

3.7      Does not discriminate unfairly against others

Personal Attributes

4.1      To be committed to team working and to be able to contribute to the effective functioning of team management mechanisms

4.2      To be customer orientated and flexible in attitude for the delivery of the Council service

4.3      To have a commitment to Equal Opportunities 

4.4      Use resources effectively to achieve value for money

4.5      Understands and acts in accordance with Health and Safety procedures

Job Category : Sec / Admin

Location : Town Hall, Corporation Street, WA10 1HP, St. Helens MBC

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £12.45Licensing Authority and Local Land Charges.

Job Category : Admin & Clerical

Location :Cardiff City Council (SRS), Vale of Glamorgan Council

Hours Per Week : 29.50

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 16:30
Salary: £12.80

To administer the licensing responsibilities assigned to the Licensing Section of the Shared Regulatory Services
The Shared Regulatory Service operates across the three partner Councils,

Bridgend, Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan under a single management

structure. The Service is normally accountable to a Joint Committee of

Elected Members; however, this role will primarily require the post holder to

serve the Licensing and Public Protection Committees of each partner council

and in some instances each cabinet or scrutiny committee on corporate

matters.

The job description refers to the principal duties and responsibilities of the

Post. It does not necessarily list in detail all the tasks required to carry out

these duties and responsibilities.

• To process and determine licence/permit/registration applications dealt

with by the Licensing Section of the Shared Regulatory Services and

carry out any other relevant administrative and clerical functions.

• To determine the suitability of applicants in respect of their

appropriateness to hold a licence in order to ensure public protection.

• Respond to a range of routine written, telephone and "face to face"

requests for specialist advice and guidance including responsibility for

more complex cases as required by the Senior Licensing Officer

• To receive and be responsible for processing payments in respect of 

applications, issuing receipts, and recording transactions in accordance

with financial rules and procedures

• To manage and oversee the inputting of computer-based and paper

information systems utilising specialist or general software systems as

appropriate within the Licensing Section

General Duties

• Ensure compliance with the Council’s Financial Regulations,

Standing Orders, Policies and Procedures

• To implement the principles of the Council’s Equal Opportunity

Policy whilst carrying out the above duties

• To adhere to Health and Safety legislation / relevant Council policies

and procedures and to take reasonable care for the health and safety

of yourself and other persons who may be adversely affected by your

acts / omissions.

• To report without delay any safeguarding concerns to the

appropriate safeguarding officer

• To implement the principles of the Council’s Environment Policy

while carrying out the above duties.

• Such other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade

and in accordance with the general character of the job as may reasonably be required by the Head of Service from time to time

Job Category : Financial

Location :County Hall – Main, Wiltshire Council

Hours Per Week :37.00

Start Date: Immediate Start               

Base Salary :£49,813.00

To provide evidenced assurance to the Pension Fund’s management team that all aspects of pensions administration are operating to a high quality standard, and that all processes, procedures, policies and strategies relating to pensions administration are fit for purpose, compliant, and are being correctly and consistently implemented by the pensions administration team. To lead on developing, implementing, evidencing and embedding a strategy and robust framework for quality assurance as it relates to pensions administration.

Delivery of services to support the Council and its partners in longer term; corporate compliance,

contracting, planning, performance, policy and strategy.

• Focus on the business and service infrastructure of the Council and its partners to ensure

effective management and proper compliance.

• Advice and services rendered will generally be accepted as authoritative and recommended

practice.

• Specialist area and/or management knowledge.

• Understanding area concepts and plans.

• Defining implications of external influences and trends.

• Shaping of Council responses including service plans/strategies & policies.

• Definition & management of strategic planning processes.

• Monitoring and reporting of performance.

Degree or Professional qualification.

• CIPP Foundation Degree in Pensions Administration and Management/PMI Diploma qualified

or equivalent.

• Experience of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Fire Fighters Scheme

Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

• 5 years’ experience of administering a large final salary pension scheme.

• Evidence of specific LGPS pension expertise.

• Strong technical knowledge of Local Government Pension Scheme Regulations, Police

Scheme and Fire Fighters Scheme rules and related legislation.

• Extensive experience of computerised pensions administration systems.

• A thorough understanding of pension regulations, associated tax rules and other relevant

legislation.

• Experience of delivering wide ranging regulatory guidance and solutions for a large pension

fund. Working up to date knowledge of relevant regulatory rules and guidance with the

experience to interpret, understand and adapt processes when new regulations are issued.

• Experience of pension administartion audits and dealing with internal and external auditors

• Able to present on a individual or group basis technical issues clearly at a level that enables

them to understand the issues.

• Strong technical knowledge of final salary pension schemes and related legislation.

• An appreciation of the wider issues facing the pensions industry nationally.

• Computer literate with advanced spreadsheet and word-processing skills.

• The skills to lead, manage, motivate and support teams to achieve excellent results.

• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, and well developed report-writing

skills.

• Excellent inter-personal skills with an appropriate level of assertiveness balanced by a

diplomatic and sensitive approach.

• Well developed business presentation skills.

• The ability to explain and interpret complex regulatory and business requirements to people

who have little or no knowledge of pensions.

• Well honed organisational skills, including the ability to work to tight deadlines and manage

competing priorities.

• Evidence of strong influencing and persuasion skills.

• Self motivated, enthusiastic and committed.

• A pro-active and creative approach with a real drive for change and challenge.

• A credible confident approach.

• A natural team player who will complement the existing team.

Desirable

• Experience of Altair LGPS System.

• To have extensively presented and trained groups of staff on LGPS issues.

• An appreciation of the wider issues facing service delivery in local government

Driving classification

Occasional driver

A valid UK driving licence is not required. Occasionally may need to travel to different locations in order to undertake the duties of the role.