Jobs

Job Category : Social and Healthcare Unqualified

Location : WISH, Nottingham Community Housing Association

Hours Per Week : 37.00

Start Date : immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00
Salary: £13.76

South Derbyshire

Car user

female

Domestic Abuse experience

level 3 childcare qualification

Main responsibilities

Organise, plan and supervise a programme of activities for children of all ages (0 – 16).

Provide parents and children with appropriate practical and emotional support.

Formulate, implement, review and evaluate individual support plans; ensuring support is delivered in accordance with NCHA’s principles and values.

Develop and promote internal and external tenant support networks.

Motivate and develop team members to be involved with the children’s service you will provide.
Evaluate and monitor volunteer performance.

Identify training and development needs related to the children’s service for colleagues and ensure they follow NCHA’s procedures.

Maintain accurate children’s records and appropriate administrative systems.

Participate in the development and implementation of quality systems for the children’s service and in budget decisions.  

Maintain a healthy and safe physical environment for tenants, their children and colleagues.

Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policy and procedures; carrying out and reviewing risk assessments for children and play activities.

Attend safeguarding/child in need meetings where applicable.

About the person (criteria used to shortlist applications)

Knowledge	Qualified to, or working towards Level III NVQ in Childcare/ Play or an NNEB or a relevant qualification at an equivalent level. Current knowledge of child protection legislation, Social Services procedures and good practice guidance in relation to children.   Demonstrable knowledge of issues relevant to tenant group.
Skills and experience	Demonstrable experience of working in a childcare or play work environment, including supervisory experience. Demonstrable ability to operate effectively at supervisory level. Numerate and literate with basic IT skills.
Personal qualities, values and behaviours	Understanding of the needs of people from diverse social/cultural/racial backgrounds. Willingness to promote and adhere to the CLEAR values of NCHA.
Other role related requirements	None

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: £28.80Senior social worker in the locality teams.

Job Category : Planning

Location : Royal Borough of Kingston,Guildhall 2

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:00

Salary: £32.16

Prinicpal Planner to provide assistance in dealing with major planning applications and to provide advice on a number of major enfrocement matters

Grade D - J (Progression dependant on meeting criteria of the Career Grade Scheme)

Role purpose

The Council is focused on delivering the best possible outcomes for its communities. To do this the Council needs employees who thrive in an

agile and networked organisation and who can support continuous improvement within a constructive organisational culture. You will work with

relevant officers both within the service, and across the Council and our partners, on a range of professional activities and projects, in line with

service priorities and the Council’s Corporate Plan.

The purpose of this role is to support the operational needs and delivery outcomes of the Strategic Planning and Infrastructure team, which

includes the functions of: Development Management, Planning Enforcement and Spatial Planning. The role can include all aspects of

development management and spatial planning work including: planning applications; appeals; enforcement; area-based planning strategies;

planning briefs; project work; the preparation and monitoring of the Local Development Framework, supplementary planning guidance and

other policies; and helping the public take part in planning and support initiatives such as co-design.

The role reports directly to an assigned Lead Officer.

Key activities

Customer

● Working closely with colleagues in the Contact Centre and other services, deliver excellent levels of customer services for the benefits

of local communities and the reputation of the Council.

● Support and facilitate senior officers as they seek to respond to complaints from members of the public, residents groups, the Local

Government Ombudsman and Councillors arising from the post holder’s casework.


Performance

● Works with manager to agree performance objectives

● Plans and prioritises own work to meet deadlines

● Contributes ideas to support the development and then fulfillment of team service plan

Partners

● Builds strong internal and external working partnerships to enable the service to be delivered in an outcome-focused and efficient way.

● Supports Kingston’s commitment to community cohesion and valuing diversity and social inclusion.

Core Competencies

● Self management and employing self-awareness, self confidence, self-control, self-knowledge, personal reflection, resilience and

determination to work positively with customers, stakeholders, Councillors and colleagues. Demonstrate behaviours consistent with the

Core Competency Framework.

● [For Principal Planner role] As a manager within the service the postholder will also have to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the

Management Competency Framework.

Digital/New Ways of Working

● Supports the use of new technologies, particularly Google, to enable modern working practices to thrive.

Equality and Diversity

● Embeds equity, equality, fairness and diversity into all aspects of their work.

General

● The requirements of this post could include attending meetings and other events outside normal hours as expected with a post of this

nature and the postholder will need to manage their work life balance flexibly to meet the needs of the role.

● To develop, update and act on own personal development plan, and be ready to share learning with others.

● To work in accordance with RBK‘s Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, relevant policies and legislation.

● Any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post, as may be required from time to time

Job Category: Financial
Job location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY, Somerset Council
Hours per week: 35
Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £12.65 per hour

Working from home , but with one day a week in County Hall Taunton and Occasionally Chelston Depot in Wellington.

Main Responsibilities & Duties

1. Process incoming supplier and sub-contractor certification & invoices, relating to the Property Compliance Housing, inputting data from contractors, electronic portals, e-mails, property officers etc resolving any associated queries.  Review and identify issues with documents as required, referring to the Property Compliance Specialist or the Compliance Manager for resolution and authorisation for payment.

         2. Liaise with supplier and sub-contractor credit control department, internal housing and data teams, auditors            etc..

          3.Create new supplier and sub-contractor purchase orders.  Monitor open purchase orders to identify whether              sufficient levels of order values are in place to cover future invoices.  Provide relevant information to the          compliance teams       

4. Maintain the Council's preferred property asset management  & compliance system and ensure all the al data records relating to property maintenance are accurate and up to date.

5. Provide or coordinate business support for corporate cross-dept business information request/actions.  Maintain consistency and accuracy of appropriate business, systems and financial activities across the Group.

6. Support the Compliance Manager in completing the weekly, monthly and annual reporting requirements.

7. Use and/or manipulate reporting and recording systems to provide senior officers with management/performance information, identify areas of concern and make recommendations/referrals.

8. Maintain a working knowledge of relevant SCC policies, standards and procedures and advise Managers of changes or breaches which require action. Understand and apply relevant systems regulations/processes.

9. Use standard and bespoke IT systems and applications, e.g. SAP, C365, Open Housing Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams.  Identify training needs and recommend appropriate solutions.

10. Understands, upholds and promotes the aims of the council's equality, diversity and inclusion policies; health, safety and wellbeing of self and others; and Organisational values in everything they 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.

Contacts & Relationships

• Work closely with the Property Compliance Team particularly the Compliance Manager and Compliance Specialists and compliance operatives .
• Occasional contact with senior property managers seeking advice and/or information.

Job Category: Education Qualified
Job location: Chestnut Grove, Penge, London, SE208PD, Bromley Council
Hours per week: 6
Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £13.11 per hour

Job description

To work as part of a team providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can develop to their full potential 

To plan and deliver care and education that meets the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 

To be flexible and willing to work in all areas of the nursery

Maintain and develop good communication with colleagues, children, parent/carers and other professionals

To work in partnership with all outside agencies for the best possible outcome for the individual child

To ensure all policies, practices, procedures and curriculum planning are delivered to reflect diversity and that they consider the needs of each individual child 

To support other staff in helping children to learn, grow and develop

To support the recording of key observations on the children's play, behaviour and development using the statutory and non-statutory guidance

To ensure children are offered a safe environment by carrying out regular risk assessments 

To be aware of children's dietary, cultural, personal and medical needs 

To maintain suitable nursery routines whilst also considering the individual child's needs

Job Category: Facilities & Environment 

Job location: High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD,  Elmbridge Borough Council

Hours per week: 7.25 

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £16.85 per hour

Job description About the role Leisure and Environmental Services are responsible for the ongoing management of council owned assets such as open spaces, parks, commons and green spaces. They work with contractors to ensure that these assets are maintained to high standards, whilst protecting and enhancing the quality of the Council’s green spaces for the enjoyment of the community. This role will support the delivery of the Grounds Maintenance project, the primary responsibility will be to capture leisure sites and asset data in a digital and spatial format to improve efficiency and overall management of these sites. The role will be based within the GIS team but working in close collaboration with the Leisure team to ensure data is captured, managed and maintained to high standards and best practice. In addition, you will also support map production for the project and engage with the Leisure team to ensure all priorities and project requirements are met. Knowledge, skills and abilitiesAbility to capture data accurately at all times using predefined procedures and processes when required. Ability to follow, develop and implement new processes and procedures.Knowledge and understanding of databases, data quality issues and ability to quality check and validate data.Ability to apply cartographic theory and principles to produce accurate maps for publication.

Job Category: Housing

Job location: Ty Penallta, Penallta House, Tredomen Business Park,

Hengoed, CF82 7PG,

Caerphilly County Borough Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £16.35 per hour

Job descriptionI am looking for an experienced  agency  worker who has direct experience  of working  in Welsh Local Authorities  Homelessness teams and can make homelessness descisons in accordance with housing Wales act and has Experience  of case management. They need to be reliable and able to work from the office.  i will need someone who  is resilient  and can work in  a fast paced and busy environment

job Category: Social Care Non-Qualified

Job location: Hawthorn Cottage, Park Lane, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6PG, Rutland County Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £13.05 per hour

Various shifts required day shifts range from 7am-3pm/8am-4pm/2pm-10pm.Night shifts (female support only) 10pm-8/9am. Job descriptionDay shifts- to provide care and support to adults with a learning disability and/or Autism living in their own home, support with personal care to include washing/dressing/meals/medication.To provide support to access health care appointments, education, work or voluntary placements.To provide support to maintain and attend community activities To provide support to maintain and build new social circles.  Night support- To undertake regular checks/support through the night in line with the persons care plan. Night support is provided for females who may require support with personal care through the night, the females like to be supported with personal care by female staff only. 

Job Category: Technical

Job location: Lambpit Street, Wrexham, Wrexham Principal Area, LL11 1AR, 

Wrexham County Borough Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £19.81 per hour  

Preferably the candidate with have experience in the National Fraud Initiative and use of the NFI portal and carrying out investigations. The JD refers to PSIAS - this is now the GIASJOB PURPOSE   To provide an independent and objective assurance and consulting service to the Council on the control environment by evaluating its effectiveness in achieving the organisation�s objectives.To objectively examine, evaluate and report on the adequacy of the control environment as a contribution to the proper, economic, efficient and effective use of resources. To assist the Council:to improve its operations and accomplish its objectives and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. in maintaining effective controls by evaluating their effectiveness and efficiency and by promoting continuous improvement. To provide levels of assurance to Chief Officers and Senior Managers by auditing, advising and reporting on a portfolio of high and medium risk departmental and key system audits. This in turn enables the Head of Service - Audit & Technical to provide assurance to the Council�s Governance and Audit Committee and Senior Leadership Team on the adequacy of the Council�s control environment.To fulfil the above by reviewing and evaluating:the effectiveness, adequacy and application of internal controls;the extent to which the Council�s assets and interests are accounted for and safeguarded from losses of all kinds; andthe suitability and reliability of financial and other management information used within the authority.To use experience, initiative and professional judgement when undertaking all internal audit work, including investigations as necessary.To supervise and mentor internal auditors.To comply with the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards (PSIAS).  DIMENSIONSThe post holder must be qualified and hold both the:Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification or equivalent.Practitioner in the Institute of Internal Auditors (PIIA)/Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification or equivalent. The post holder should have experience in a Local Government internal audit environment.The post holder will have responsibility for:Directly supervising, mentoring and training internal auditors, both in an office environment and remotely due to agile working. Co-ordinating and prioritising the work of the internal auditors in order to achieve the internal audit plan.Deputising in the absence of Audit Leads  All income, expenditure, staffing, policies, procedures, property and other resources of the Council are subject to examination by Internal Audit.EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONPart-qualified CIPFA (diploma level) or equivalent CCAB.orHolding one of the following Professional Qualification: AAT, IIA or QICA.andProven experience of being an Auditor within the Public Sector.To achieve all of level 3 skills competencies (per CIPFA �Audit Skills Matrix�) and be working towards achievement of the relevant level 4 skill competencies,Use of ICT hardware and software to carry out audits, including relevant systems for data matching purposes.Evidence of developing and maintaining good working relationships.Evidence of being able to deliver the audit plan and special audit investigations to planned timescales.   SKILLS AND ABILITIESAccuracy and attention to detail and the ability to organise work using a flexible approach in order to meet deadlines.Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.Evidence of excellent persuasion skills to varying levels of managers to gain acceptance of recommendations.Ability to analyse and evaluate issues, form an independent and objective position, with some thought of originality, having an enquiring mind and not accepting unsatisfactory situations or responses.To maintain confidentiality.Car driver.

Job Category: Social Care Qualified
Job location: County Hall, Freemans Way, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 1TP, Pembrokeshire County Council
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £30.13 per hour

Job description

Pembrokeshire County Council is seeking an experienced and qualified Social Worker to join our Childcare Management Team within the Social Services and Housing Directorate.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to improving outcomes for children and families. You will bring professional expertise, new ideas, and a commitment to reflective practice, supporting a culture of continuous improvement across our services.

The Role

As part of our Childcare Management Team, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, child-centred social work practice
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies
• Support the development of services and promote best practice
• Benefit from a supportive management structure that prioritises professional development and staff wellbeing

Job Category: Admin & Clerical

Job location: Loughborough Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 7QP, 

Nottinghamshire County Council

Hours per week: 7
Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £22.85 per hour

Job description

In this role, you will work alongside the Continuing Healthcare (CHC) team at Nottinghamshire County Council to oversee and drive delivery of a key programme of work. You will be responsible for coordinating reporting, monitoring finances, and developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evidence impact and outcomes.

You will manage project deliverables across multiple workstreams, ensuring timescales, risks, and dependencies are clearly tracked and communicated. The role involves close collaboration with colleagues in Health and Social Care, as well as wider Council services, to make sure progress is aligned to agreed priorities and resources are used effectively.

You will play a vital role in producing highlight reports, dashboards, and financial monitoring tools to support senior leaders in making informed decisions. This includes working closely with data, performance, and finance teams, as well as providing assurance to the CHC management team and senior stakeholders.

You will require excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, strong analytical abilities, and confidence in managing competing priorities. You will also need to be proficient in Microsoft Applications, including Excel, Word, Teams, and ideally MS Lists or other project management tools.

This is a great opportunity to develop your skills in project management within adult social care commissioning. While experience in health or social care is beneficial, the key requirement is proven experience in successfully delivering projects, monitoring progress, and supporting teams to evidence impact. You will be fully supported by line management and will play a central role in shaping how CHC services are delivered and measured in Nottinghamshire.

Job Category: Education Qualified

Job location: Chestnut Grove, Penge, London, SE208PD, Bromley Council

Hours per week: 7
Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £13.11 per hour

Job description

To work as part of a team providing a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can develop to their full potential 

To plan and deliver care and education that meets the requirements of the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 

To be flexible and willing to work in all areas of the nursery Maintain and develop good communication with colleagues, children, parent/carers and other professionals 

To work in partnership with all outside agencies for the best possible outcome for the individual child

To plan, implement and evaluate activities to ensure all children have access to high quality experiences and opportunities that cover all areas of the EYFS working with the Quality team and other partners 

To ensure all policies, practices, procedures and curriculum planning are delivered to reflect diversity and that they consider the needs of each individual child 

To regularly carry out and record observations on the children’s play, behaviour and development using the statutory and non-statutory guidance

To maintain the children’s Learning Journals and share information with the parents/carers 

To work in partnership with parents/carers to support children’s learning at home

To ensure children are offered a safe environment by carrying out regular risk assessments

To be aware of children’s dietary, cultural, personal and medical needs To maintain suitable nursery routines whilst also considering the individual child’s needs

To act as a positive role model to promote effective relationships and interaction between staff, parents/carers and children 

To respect confidentiality at all times, both written and verbal with the staff team and with parents/carers and outside agencies

Job Category : Social and Healthcare Unqualified

Location : Clifton place, Nottingham Community Housing AssociationHours Per Week : 35.00Start Date : Immediate StartStart Time : 09:00End Time : 17:30Salary: £14.68What does a Customer Wellbeing Call Agent do? As a Customer Wellbeing Call Agent, you will help support vulnerable people to live independently, by providing a range of different services. You will monitor assistive technology solutions, which includes critical equipment such as falls detectors or smoke and door sensors. You will also need to provide a range of wellbeing checks; either face to face(full driving licence required) or over the phone including medication prompts, emotional support and reassurance, contacting next of kin and emergency services. In addition, you be required to  help arrange maintenance repairs, provide a mental health helpline, monitor CCTV, support colleagues with safeguarding concerns. You will also be part of delivering a mental health helpline which takes around 6,000 calls per month.   “You have to think on your feet, and every day is different!” - quote from a current colleague Sound like you?  We need a motivated, resilient individual who is patient and shows empathy to our callers. Someone who can work in a fast pace service, but can remain calm, professional and react effectively and efficiently to our most vulnerable customers.  You will have experience of working in a customer facing team environment and  experience  of working in a telephone support service. You will also be  educated to NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Telecare, Care, Housing, Customer Service, Business Administration, ITC), or be able to demonstrate relevant work experience.  Above all, you will be passionate about supporting vulnerable people and have NCHA's core values at heart. Working hours This is a 24hr service so you will be required to work on rota basis on the below shift pattern:  Early       6am to 2pm Late        2pm to 10 pm Night      10pm to 6am Now more than ever, we need people like you!

Knowledge      *Working knowledge of and demonstrable experience of working on Wellbeing Helplines. *Demonstrable awareness of Mental Health issues. Skills and experience  *MHFA (Mental Health First Aid) qualified or willingness to achieve the qualification. *Demonstrable experience of identifying opportunities to improve service user safeguarding and reporting outcomes for service delivery. Demonstrable experience of working in a fast-paced contact centre environment with demanding priorities. Demonstrable numeracy and literacy skills. Demonstrable excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills. Demonstrable IT skills and knowledge. Effective problem solving skills. *Demonstrable experience of using strong conflict resolution skills to de-escalate issues.Personal qualities, values and behaviours     Understanding of the needs of people from diverse social/cultural/racial backgrounds. Commitment and ability to model NCHA’s CLEAR values and purpose. Is self-aware and willing to develop. Willing to challenge the status quo to do the right thing for the customer with resolution and adding value in everything that you do.

Job Category : IT

Location : ALEXANDRA HOUSE, London Borough of HaringeyHours Per Week : 36.00Start Date : Immediate StartStart Time : 09:00End Time : 17:00Salary: £17.54Connected Care is a 24 hours, 365 days a year emergency service provided in house by Haringey Council. It offers vulnerable residents a personal alarm system which can be activated in case of an emergency. Additional it provides a mobile response service if there is an emergency in the residents home. We are looking for a Digital Care Technician to work within the Connected Care Service.   The Digital Care Technician play a vital role in ensuring that all equipment is installed, deinstalled and maintained safely and effectively in a timely manner to ensure service is maintained (this involves use of tools and ladders). As well as ensuring all customers and their family members/carers understanding how the equipment works and can use it effectively.   The role is Monday to Saturday - only 1 Saturday will be worked within the month and the shift pattern is 9am to 5pm. 36 hours per week.   The candidates we are looking for should have experience of installing and maintaining lifelines and telecare equipment in vulnerable service users homes. As this role requires the candidate to drive to service users home to install equipment, we are looking for experienced and competent drivers who hold a full clean UK driving licence. Council fleet vehicles are provided but passing the council driving assessment would be a requirement to use these. In the meantime they would be required to use their own vehicles and mileage would be paidExperience & knowledge• Full current UK Driving Licence.• Good practical knowledge and skills required across multiple disciplines –electrical, computer hardware/software, telecoms and assistive technology.• Ability to fault find and give technical support• To have good communication skills, both verbal and written and be able to usea range of information technology within service delivery.• Good organisational skills, be able to prioritise work as appropriate and underpressure.• Ability to liaise effectively with people both inside and outside the Councilincluding service users, their families, professional staff and suppliers.• Ability to demonstrate and assistive technology and explain their use andoperation to existing and potential users.• Ability to participate in review process with customers and to work jointly withother professionals to ensure users’ needs are met and enhance quality of life.• Ability to keep detailed electronic records and notes including regular updatingof Data Base.• Ability to undertake lone working as required.• Ability to work jointly with partner providers and to liaise with a range of internaland external agencies in the delivery of projects and other activities.• Ability to partake in quality assurance processes including monitoring andevaluation.• To demonstrate proactivity in identifying solutions to improve outcomes.• To use tools to install equipment i.e. drills and ladders.• Excellent customer services skills.

Job Category: Trades & Operatives

Job location: 1 Catford Road, Catford, London, Greater London, SE6 4RU, Lewisham Council

Hours per week: 35

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £19.95 per hour

DBS Required

Job description

Main Purpose of the job:

To be responsible for completing a wide range of painting and decorating tasks in both occupied and void properties throughout the Borough of Lewisham.

To ensure works are completed to a high standard with a focus on customer satisfaction and a positive resident experience.

To assist in maintaining homes in a good decorative condition as part of planned and responsive maintenance works.

To support damp and mould prevention efforts by carrying out mould washing treatments in line with manufacturer guidance and health and safety standards.

Be qualified and competent in painting and decorating (City & Guilds and/or NVQ or equivalent).
Carry out a full range of decorating works including:
�    Painting and redecoration of internal and external surfaces.
�    Wallpaper hanging.
�    Patch plastering.
�    Minor tiling and surface preparation.
Conduct minor damp and mould inspections, recording findings to support technical teams (e.g. identify discolouration, surface defects or mould presence), 
Work across a range of properties including tenanted homes, communal areas, and voids.
Attend appointments between 8am�5pm Monday to Friday, with flexibility for occasional weekend or evening work.
Drive and be responsible for a Lewisham Council van, including safe handling of tools, equipment, and materials.
Maintain a van stock of materials and replenish as needed.
Follow health and safety procedures, including safe use of ladders, steps, and access platforms.
Wear Council-provided PPE and uniform and present ID on arrival at appointments.
Accurately complete work orders and basic reports, both written and digital.
Communicate clearly and respectfully with residents, colleagues, and supervisors, ensuring any concerns are reported in a timely manner.
Participate in emergency response works when required (e.g. flood or fire response).
Attend scheduled training, toolbox talks, and team meetings.

Internal Contacts: Contact Centre and Scheduling
External Contacts: Residents and Contractors

To carry out the duties of the post with due regard to the Council�s relevant codes and procedures.

All employees are required to participate in the Council�s appraisal system and to undertake appropriate training and development identified to enhance their work.

Undertake other duties, commensurate with the grade, as may reasonably be required.

Consideration will be given to restructuring the duties of this post for a disabled postholder.