Jobs

Job Category : Engineering & Surveying

Location : 160 Tooley Street,  Southwark Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Sart

Start Time : 08:00

End Time : 16:00
Salary: £25.90

Experienced  in overseeing Electrical contractors works and putting together reports for progress meetings, reviewing Electrical Installation Condition Reports and agreeing Remediation works identified to obtain Satisfactory outcomes ,  conversant with Domestic Fire Alarm systems and their Certification. 

The contract to be worked on is based on the delivery of a large Domestic Electrical Installation Condition Reporting programme , the completion & certification of any remedial works identified to make the installation's Satisfactory and Domestic Fire Alarm Installation & Servicing works.

Experience in dealing with external contractors completing the above works is required and producing reports for meetings.

The candidate should have experience in a Social Housing environment and the challenges this presents.

The role will be office-based collating and reviewing certification for compliance with site-based visits to properties to agree works , undertake quality control checks and communicate / meet with external stakeholders, some working from home may be available at the discretion of the line manger after a probation period were working patterns permit.

The candidate will hold BS7671 18th Edition (2382) , Inspection & Testing (2391) and a Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Installations / or equivalent time served electrical apprenticeship.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To carry out detailed site and professional electrical inspections & condition surveys.

To monitor quality of works by contractors, external specialist consultants and other agencies to facilitate high levels of service delivery with the preparation of weekly service provider and site reports.

To carry out design surveys with the service provider and signs off the quality and content of work in each property and section of work.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Responsibilities

1.         To ensure appropriate monitoring systems are in place and to prepare reports for Senior Management and Area Forums as required. 

2.         Evaluate effectiveness of contracts, service providers, products and used and to make recommendations on changes or developments as required. Monitoring and reporting on various areas such as quality, customer care, application, maintenance requirements, etc. 

3.         Responsible for detailed site inspections. Completes detailed survey forms that direct the contractor regarding the level and location of works to be carried out. 

4.         Working closely with the contractor to ensure that the correct and appropriate works and specifications are specified and delivered. Taking corrective action when they are not. 

Knowledge, including educational qualifications:

Educated to a level in an electrical related discipline; and/or able to demonstrate the necessary relevant experience i.e. a JIB Graded Electrician / Time served Apprenticeship

Knowledge of BS7671 18th Edition Amendment 2.

Knowledge of Testing and Inspections in accordance with BS7671

Knowledge of the Installation , Testing & Certification of Domestic Fire Alarm systems to BS 5839-6-2019

Knowledge of preparing short site reports on contractors and sites.

Knowledge of the Asbestos Regulations

Experience:

Experience of working in a construction related environment.

Experience of working with AICO fire alarm systems and their RF commissioning requirements

Experience of liaising / working with electrical contractors

Extensive experience of working within a team.

Aptitudes, Skills & Competencies:

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to use computer systems including word processing, spreadsheets for correspondence, reports and performance monitoring.      

Ability to work on own initiative and be self-motivated.

Ability to analyse and evaluate contract information, producing reports on findingsEffective interpersonal skills and ability to represent the team at organisation level and build customer confidence

Job Category :Admin & Clerical

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

Hours Per Week : 22.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 16:30
Salary: £13.47

We are looking for a friendly and reliable team member to provide temporary cover during a period of increased workload at our office in County Hall, Cardiff.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The role involves processing taxi driver licensing applications and responding to related queries. This includes a mix of face-to-face customer service at the counter, as well as answering email and occasional telephone enquiries (please note this is not a telephone-based role, as only a small number of calls are received each day).

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.

Working hours:

Wednesday and Thursday: 08:30 – 16:30 (30-minute lunch break)Friday: 08:30 – 16:00 (30-minute lunch break)

Job Category : Admin / Clerical

 Location : Civic Centre, Bromley Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 17:00

Salary:£14.02 PH 

Locum Business Support Officer

Permanency Service 

We are looking for 1 fulltime BSO, taking on generic admin tasks in  permanency service checks and references, minuting, co-ordinating admin tasks, uploading documents on the system, preparing  / distributing paperwork for panel. Candidate must have IT skills, organisational skills and minuting skills.

Reablement Support Worker – 21 Hours per Week (Women only due to personal care and client preference)

 Luton | Weekdays & Weekends | Immediate Start

Job Category : Social Care - Unqualified

Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for a dedicated Reablement Support Worker to join our Adult Social Care team. You’ll be helping individuals regain independence after illness or hospital discharge, delivering short-term support in their own homes.

 Part-Time: 21 hours per week (weekdays and weekends)

Excellent pay rates based on shift type:

Basic Rate (Weekdays): £13.05/hour

Saturday: £19.58/hour

Sunday & Bank Holiday: £26.10/hour

Night Shifts: £17.40/hour

Saturday/Sunday Night: £35.82/hour

What we’re looking for:

 Experience in care or reablement support

Job Category : Social Care - Qualified

Up to £32 per hour |  Hybrid | Immediate Start

Join our Adult Social Care team, working with vulnerable adults and promoting independence within the community.

Requirements:

 Social Work England registration

 Experience in adult community or long-term teams

Solid understanding of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act

Job Category : Social Care - Qualified

Up to £38.84 per hour |  Hybrid | Immediate Start

Work within an early intervention-focused team offering vital support to children and families across Luton.

Requirements:

 Social Work England registration

 Experience in early help, child in need, or safeguarding teams

A strengths-based, family-focused approach

Social Worker – Adoption Team

Job Category : Social Care - Qualified

Up to £38.84 per hour |  Hybrid | Immediate Start

Join a dedicated and supportive Adoption Team focused on achieving the best outcomes for children and adoptive families.

Requirements:

 Social Work England registration

 Strong experience in adoption or permanence planning

 Knowledge of child development and family court processes

Job Category : Social Care - Qualified

Location :Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council, Knowsley Borough Council

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:15
Salary: £29.77

Job Category : Admin & Clerical

Client Location :Courthouse Street (Coroners), Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council

Hours Per Week :37.00

Start Date: Immediate Start   

Start Time : 08:00

End Time :16:30
Salary: £12.21

Working under the supervision of the Inquest & Administration Officer.  Opportunity to work 2 x days remotely.

Purpose of the post:

            To support the Coroner’s Service Manager and the administrative team to deliver an efficient service to all service users

What you will deliver:

            1.         To assist the Inquest & Administrative Officer with the workflow for summonsing Jurors for Inquest cases

2.         To work closely with the Senior Inquest & Administrative Officer in managing Inquests that will proceed as Documentary Hearings (no attendees) – producing disclosure and family letters, collating responses, placing files ready to be concluded and managing the production of paperwork once the Coroner has concluded the Inquests

3.         To work closely with the Senior Inquest & Administrative Officer in managing Inquests that will proceed as Documentary Hearings (with attendees) – producing disclosure and family letters, collating responses, placing files ready to be concluded and managing the production of paperwork once the Coroner has concluded the Inquests

4.         To provide assistance to the administration team when required – answering telephone calls, monitoring the Coroner Admin inbox and dealing with post

To undertake such other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade, as may be reasonably required by the Service Director, or as a mutually agreed development opportunity. 

To comply with the Council’s Health and Safety Policies and procedures and undertake any relevant health and safety duties in accordance with local arrangements.

To support the Council to play its part in tackling Climate Change and meeting its Carbon Reduction targets across the services it delivers and also in the goods and services it buys or commissions from other organisations.

All staff have a valuable and vital role in keeping people safe. Any person with concerns regarding the safety of a child or adult at risk, OR the behaviour of a colleague towards a child or adult at risk, has a responsibility to report this immediately. This should be done via the person’s Line Manager, Designated Safeguarding Lead or contact the Cwm Taf Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

This Person Specification sets out the knowledge and/or qualifications, past experience and personal competencies that would be ideal for this particular post.

The Knowledge/Qualifications and Experience sections describe what is required in terms of the technical ability that is needed to do this job successfully.

The Competencies section describes the kinds of non-technical skills, abilities and personal characteristics that the ideal person for this particular role would have. The competencies describe how that person would ideally work with other people and how they would approach their responsibilities.

The Special Conditions and Professional Requirements section describes any other qualities appropriate to the particular circumstances associated with this role.

Knowledge / Education:         

            Essential          Desirable

            Excellent knowledge of IT packages, in particular Microsoft Office  Knowledge of the Civica I-Case System

Experience:     

            Essential          Desirable

            Experience of working in an office environment.      Experience of working in a similar environment e.g. Court Service, legal office, etc

Welsh language skills:

            Essential

            Desirable

            Welsh Language Level 1         ☒

All employees will be required to undertake a basic Welsh Language induction to reach this level

Welsh Language Level 2          ☐

Welsh Language Level 3          ☐

Welsh Language Level 3-5       ☐

Welsh Language Level 4          ☐

Welsh Language Level 5          ☐

            Welsh Language Level 2        ☒

Welsh Language Level 3        ☒

Welsh Language Level 3-5     ☐

Welsh Language Level 4        ☐

Welsh Language Level 5        ☐

            For details about the levels please refer to ‘The Welsh Language Skills Guidance’ online: www.rctcbc.gov.uk/WelshSkills

What skills you will use in the workplace:

            Competency Framework        Supervisor Framework

            Competency Areas     Competency behaviours and values

            1.         Working in a Team      Helps and supports other team members.

Is open about difficulties and asks for support when    necessary.

Will go “over and above” what’s normal to contribute to the   team’s effectiveness.

            2. Communicating Effectively Sets out written communication clearly, accurately and in a well-structured way.

Communicates clearly and concisely.

Passes on correct information to the right person.

Listens to others and actively checks own understanding.

            3.         Achieving Results        Plans and prioritises in advance to meet deadlines.

Is flexible, can switch tasks/ roles/ priorities to accommodate changes or new information.

 Uses initiative and works without close supervision.

            4.         Personal Effectiveness            Is highly dependable and trustworthy.

Is eager and willing to learn new skills.

Has an action-focused attitude to new challenges and change.

Has strong computer skills, effectively uses computer systems

            5.         Focusing on Service Users      Ensures customers’ needs are met by responding to them efficiently and effectively.

Has a positive attitude towards helping people, and is willing to go the extra mile.

Leaves customers happy with the service they have received.

Job Category :Executive

Location : Civic Centre, Enfield Council

Start Date : Immediate Start

Base Salary :£43,983.00

Enfield Council are a dynamic local authority driven by a clear vision of how we will transform the borough, address inequality and create a lifetime of opportunities for everyone who lives, works and learns in Enfield.

A vacancy has arisen in the Finance Business Partnering team for a Finance Business Partner to lead on the financial support provided to the Council and senior management team covering Resources and Chief Executive Service.

The role will support the Head of Finance, Finance Manager and designated departmental teams in the provision of high quality, flexible, professional finance support to service departments.

Supporting the Business Partnering team leading on support to budget holders with budget setting and monitoring of revenue and capital budgets.

The role will be responsible for contributing to and supporting the Medium Term Financial Planning and year end processes.

Providing technical expert advice and challenge to budget holders and officers to support effective financial decision-making.

Ensure that the areas of the Accounts for which the officer is responsible for is accounted for in line with International Financing Reporting Standards (IFRS) and CIPFA’s Code of Practice for Local Government Accounting.

Pro-actively seeking opportunities to improve the financial support the service provides to the Council.

Analysing data and other information to inform/challenge decision making.

Liaising with internal departments and external advisors..

To be suitable for the role you need to have a CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification, or part qualified and actively studying for such a qualification with a high level of finance experience including, IT and accounting skills.

Enfield Council offers Hybrid working arrangements with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week.

Staff are also expected to attend the office as required by the service.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (You are not restricted to 2 criteria for each category)

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:

1.         A CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification, or part qualified and actively studying for such a qualification or qualified by significant accountancy experience in a similar role.

2.         Good knowledge and understanding of local government finance, budgeting and accounting, and experience in providing high level advice, support and challenge on a variety of complex financial and service issues 

3.         Excellent numerical and analytical skills, including the ability to analyse and interpret detailed and complex financial and other information, to develop and use financial management systems and to have the confidence and ability to train and develop others in the use and application of such systems

4.         Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present a range of complex and detailed financial and other issues to a diverse audience including councillors and senior officers and to develop and manage productive relationships with both external and internal contacts and agencies.

5.         Advanced IT skills in Excel, PowerPoint and Word but not limited to these applications, including the ability to design, construct and interpret complex spreadsheets. Extensive experience of working with integrated financial systems in a large organisation 

6.         Experience of providing financial advice and support to senior officers, members and external stakeholders

Desirable: 

1.         Experience of analysing and challenging budget decisions in a complex organisation in to order to achieve value for money outcomes.

2.         Experience of financial modelling and assessing the viability of new initiatives, service models etc.

Competencies:

1.         Provide Leadership

2.         Build Relationships

3.         Communicating Information

4.         Creating Innovation

5.         Resilience

6.         Planning and Managing Resources

Knowledge

1.         Knowledge & understanding of financial management of a large organisation preferably local government

Qualification(s)2.         A CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification, or part qualified and actively studying for such a qualification or qualified by significant 

Job Category : Housing

Location : Civic Centre, Enfield Council

Hours Per Week : 35.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £17.54

"The Market Management Assistants will:

•          provide high quality and comprehensive technical and administrative support to the Market Management Service in relation to any of the functions undertaken.

•          help manage and monitor procurement, voids and repairs in accordance with the KPIs set for the service.  

•          collate and analyse performance information and ensure accuracy and robust reporting data for management and performance monitoring.

•          ensure all enquiries into the team are dealt with timely and confidently and to have a full understanding of the purpose and work of all areas within the service.

•          provide an effective, efficient and customer focussed service in line with the Corporate Policies and within national and local legislative requirements.

•          provide high level quality and comprehensive finance support services across the Market Management Service•          accurately and promptly enter accurate data into systems"

Job Category : Facilities & Environmental Services

Location : Civic Centre, Bromley Council

Hours Per Week : 21.60

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00
Salary: £23.95

Trading Standards Officer with an emphasis on illicit tobacco investigations and the response to new vape legislation.

MAIN PURPOSE: 

Enforcement of consumer protection legislation to ensure that consumers throughout the Borough are protected against unscrupulous and unfair trading practices.

To promote and establish a structure of where both consumers and traders have availability to legal advice on all Trading Standards legislation.

1          

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 

1.         Investigate complaints alleging breaches of legislation, following all reasonable lines of enquiry in bringing investigations to an appropriate, relevant conclusion.

2.         Compile reports of breaches in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act and prepare case for Court and give evidence in Magistrates, County or Crown Court as necessary by liaising with solicitors or barristers.

3.         Prepare and participate in outreach activities relating to advice, education, information, and training to stakeholders.

4.         Carry out inspections of retail trade outlets, advise in respect of appropriate legislation and                            deal with infringements of the law as necessary.

5.         Maintain an up to date, appropriate working knowledge of legislation assigned to the service.

6.         Provide appropriate advice to consumers, businesses, partners and attend relevant meetings as the Divisional representative when required.

7.         Develop specialist skills in areas of agreed topics.

8.         Provide support to other officers where required. 

9.         Work within established departmental procedures

10.       Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the post, as required to ensure the efficient and effective running of the Department / Section.

Leadership and developing others     Be capable of organising and leading activities involving groups other than own team. Show exceptional ability in the management of complex investigations or a specialised field. Demonstrate high level of accountability and initiative to motivate others to reach desired goals. Demonstrate effective leadership skills, taking responsibility for complex pieces of work, influencing and inspiring others, as well as project and people management Practice at the highest level, demonstrating and maintaining expert-level functional and technical competencies in a core area of complex practice. Supervisory role with officer(s) at BR6-BR8. Depute for Trading Standards Manager.

Flexibility         Ability to adapt readily to change and strategic goals, communicate potential change to colleagues and senior staff.

Initiative          Identify opportunities to act without direction and help and encourage others to use own initiative in approaching situations or problems.

Professional and technical expertise  Hold the diploma in Trading Standards or equivalent or demonstratable exceptional expertise in a complex area. Experience of undertaking contentious and complex investigations of regional and national significance Practice at the highest level, demonstrating and maintaining expert-level functional and technical competencies in a core area of complex practice. Act as a consultant to others in team on specialist matters.

Customer Focus          Maintain clear communication with customers, respond to and process enquiries and complaints within local standards, keep customers informed and up to date about progress. Strive to exceed expectations of service and actively encourage continuous improvement. Contribute significantly to policy development and service improvement using customer feedback.

Job Category : Financial

Location : Orchard House, Lincolnshire County Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 08:30

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £13.69

G5 Customer Service Technician for 1st stage on telephone contact to assist Credit Control, Adult Care Charges & Income

PURPOSE OF JOB:

To assist Budget Holders to set and manage their budgets.

To assist Budget Holders to improve performance, efficiency and value for

money of the services they manage

.

To support Senior Financial Strategy Managers in the provision of financial

advice, information and support

To build resilience by providing support to: VAT officer, Treasury Manager,

Schools Help desk, capital accountant, financial appraisals, etc.

To support the closure of accounts process

Contribute to the delivery of services for area of responsibility. Assist, as

appropriate, with:

• Providing an integrated approach to performance management, quality

standards and service delivery

• Embedding new ways of thinking and working

• Developing and maintaining strong, positive working relationships with

commissioners, their teams/partners and across service areas as

appropriate

To provide day to day advice and guidance to the provider team(s) and/or work

within own area of responsibility

Continuously look for synergies and efficiency savings across area of

responsibility.

2 MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES, TASKS & DUTIES

The specific accountabilities of this role will be flexible and will change to meet

the needs of the organisation as required but will include (or be equivalent in

nature to) those listed below:

i To assist in ensuring that there is effective strategic financial planning

and financial management in relation to all revenue and capital budgets.

To assist in the coordination and delivery of financial planning for all

revenue and capital budgets.


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Preferably AAT membership, or working towards it.

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of principles of financial

management, accounting principles and practice.

• Detailed knowledge of Financial Strategy, financial regulations, financial

procedures, schemes of authorisation and their rationale within the

control framework

• Good communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with

officers, external auditors and partners, including funding bodies and

government departments and agencies, so as to secure their confidence

and respect.

• Good ICT skills, including corporate finance systems (e.g. Agresso) andExcel.

Job Category : Social Care & Health Qualified

Location : Civic Offices, London Borough of Sutton

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00
Salary: £30.16

Team Manager role for Children's First Contact Service.

Sutton’s Children’s First Contact Service  is a single point of contact for all early help and children’s social care services, support for children through to identifying children in need and child protection matters. Sutton’s Children’s First Contact Service aims to ensure a consistent and efficient response to referrals received by Children’s Service’s. The Children’s First Contact Service co-ordinates incoming referrals and seeks to ensure that they follow the appropriate pathway for the child's needs according to Pan London's threshold matrix.

Job Category : Administration

Location : County Hall, Chichester, West Sussex County Council

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:30

Salary: £13.26

Location: Northleigh House, Chichester 

Working pattern: Full time 

Working arrangement: Hybrid, with 2 days required in office (1 of these must be on Tuesdays)

About the role: 

Passenger transport planning can be very varied depending on the needs of the customers.  For example, transport may be required for a child with Special Education Needs with profound disabilities and/or children requiring mainstream school transport from remote hard to reach locations.  Reporting to a Senior Planner, you’ll be responsible for planning passenger transport solutions across West Sussex, in either public or schools / adults transport disciplines.

Passenger transport planning can be quite pressured with expectations of immediate solutions, and involves answering technical queries from residents and suppliers about transport arrangements. You will be trained in the use of various processes and the use of specialist planning software.

You’ll need to be able to travel to various locations around the county, including regular visits to the depots, when PPE will be required.  Occasional weekend and evening work may be required.   

Required experience and skills 

(These will be used as the shortlisting criteria)

Key Skills:

1.         Ability to work on own initiative and under pressure, managing competing demands. 

2.         Good communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas and share information. Able to represent the service at both internal and external meetings. 

3.         Pro-active, with a willingness to seek opportunities for developing passenger transport. Able to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to problems. 

4.         Good influencing, negotiation and partnership working skills. 

5.         Good levels of literacy and numeracy, able to understand and work within a budget, write briefing documents and emails, and discuss and negotiate prices with suppliers.

6.         Ability to work with other people to deliver a piece of work to an agreed standard and within an agreed timeframe. 

Qualifications and/or experience:

•           Educated to A Level standard, or an equivalent qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience. 

•           HNC in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience - Desirable 

•           A good working knowledge of the different strands of passenger transport planning, plus a basic knowledge of passenger transport issues in West Sussex. 

•           Previous experience of working in a role involving coordination, logistics or planning. 

•           Knowledge of the health and safety legislation, which affects the service. 

•           Sound and accurate IT knowledge, particularly Microsoft Office applications.