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Job Category:  Facilities & Environment
Job location Raglan Depot, Raglan, Monmouthshire, NP152ER, United Kingdom
Monmouthshire County Council
Hours per week: 20

Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £12.65 per hour

We are seeking to fill the following cleaning vacancy in Chepstow School.

Duties will include ensuring that the building is maintained to a high level of hygiene and cleanliness.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake cleaning tasks such as washing floors and walls, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting and emptying of litter bins.

Our Purpose:-

To provide a professional cleaning services for libraries, museums, administrative buildings, public conveniences and schools within the county of Monmouthshire. 

The Purpose of this Role:- 

To ensure that the building is maintained to a high level of hygiene and cleanliness.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake cleaning tasks such as washing floors and walls, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting and emptying of litter bins.

Expectation and Outcomes of this Role:-

To ensure the maintenance of a hygienic, functional environment that facilitates the effective conduct of Council Business.

Your responsibilities are to:-

• To complete cleaning tasks of washing floors and walls, sweeping, empting litter bins, polishing and dusting.

• To undertake the cleaning of sanitary areas.

• To safely operate vacuum cleaners and polishing/scrubbing machines.

• To ensure that adequate stock of cleaning materials are maintained.

• To report all faults of cleaning equipment to the supervisor.

• To ensure the correct use of chemicals at all times.

• To work as a member of Monmouthshire’s Facilities Unit at any site.

• To undertake any necessary training for the post
  
  How will we know if you are the right person for the role? As the successful candidate you will have demonstrated:-

• Previous cleaning/ hygiene experience.

• The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently.

• Flexibility and versatility in order to work under pressure and meet the required standards.

• The ability to work as part of a team.

• The ability to ensure the safety of themselves and others at all times.

• Willingness to follow all Monmouthshire Facilities Unit procedures, policies and apply appropriately.

• Willingness to undertake and put into practise Health and safety procedures to comply with legislation.

• Willingness to abide by the councils Equal Opportunities Policy including undertaking appropriate equality awareness training.

• Willingness to undertake any training appropriate to the post as and when appropriate.

• Welsh Desirable.
• You may be required to learn or improve your existing skills through attending staff Welsh language training funded by the council. This will be implemented if a need for Welsh language skills in the role arises. 

Job Category:  Social Care Qualified
Job location Mapleton Road, London, Greater London, E4 6XL, United Kingdom
London Borough of Waltham Forest
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £21.53 per hour

Purpose

To support the manager on day to day operations and development of the service in line with CQC standards

To assist the manager of the home in the management and administration of all personnel and material resources of the residential home.
To contribute as a deputy manager to the achievement of the authority�s key purposes and to the continuous improvement of its performance.
To manage a team of staff providing high quality and innovative person centred  care to older people with a variety of needs including those living with dementia

Generic Accountabilities                                                     End Results/ Outcomes

Managing a staff team to ensure the provision of support to service users.    
    
Implementing and leading best practise for the service user group with complex needs, including those living with dementia.  Managing the team to ensure that they are delivering high quality residential care.

Managing and running the home according to CQC guidelines

The service provided meets all operational requirements, within organisational constraints.

Ensure staff provide timely practical and personal care to service users. Ensure support provided is based on support plans, risk assessments and on current best practise.

Carrying out investigations and completing investigation reports as required.

To present cases at disciplinary hearings and to attend employment tribunals as required.

Operational Responsibilities                                                                                                               

    To lead shifts including late and weekend works as required

To supervise the senior support workers and support workers and liaise with the home manager as necessary.

To assist the home manager in the management of staff and other resources in the home.

To contribute in the recruitment and retention of staff, taking into account quality and equality issues.

In conjunction with the home manager, to identify training needs of staff in the effective delivery of services. To participate in training programmes.

To assist the manager in the management of staff sickness absence, to meet the Council�s targets.

To take an active role in the prompt assessments of referrals to the service as delegated by the home manager.
To take the lead in identifying and implementing service users� involvement initiatives

Contribute to the development of service plans to meet strategic business goals. Delivering Service plans to ensure the service is meeting                                                                                        required standards.                                                                                                                              
    Participate in the quality assurance systems to demonstrate continuous development.  
                                                                                                                 To develop strategies for mapping outcomes   from person centred plans and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data to increase customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.  
Implementing policy and procedural reviews for the service.
Ensure operational policies and procedures are up to date and support the delivery of personalized and cost effective services for the service user group.  
Participate in the work of the team, to organise and/or provide direct support including personal care to service users with complex needs, including those living with dementia.
    Service meets all operational requirements.
Needs are met in accordance with individual support plans.

Person centred support is provided, ensuring that the individual remains central to all support and care provided, and the individual is involved in all aspects of their care.

Care and support is provided within procedures and to current best practice.

Planned and consistent approaches to working with people with complex needs and/or challenging behaviour and those living with dementia.

Working with people with complex needs and/or behaviour that may challenge the service that enables community participation.

All risks are considered, assessed and managed.

Support is provided effectively and to the required standard.

An effective service is provided at all times to manage outcomes which are person centred.
To escalate any concerns.

Support staff in their practice, especially in regards with complex needs and those living with dementia.
    Assess the professional practice of staff to ensure required standards are achieved by coaching and mentoring as appropriate.

To induct and support staff in achieving the Care Certificate.

Provide induction, appraisal, supervision, identify learning gaps and support staff in their professional development.
Identify any changes that may impact upon the service/profession and address accordingly.

Promote and adhere to the professional code of practice: Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers and Adult Social Care Workers in England.

Manage a team of staff.

Job Category:  Revenues & Benefits
Job location Wallfields, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8EQ, United Kingdom
East Hertfordshire District Council
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £28.82 per hour



Monday to Friday working, hybrid working with at least one day in the office every Friday to support council tax team.

About the Role

As a key member of the management team, you will be responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of the Council Tax functions across our shared service. You will assist in the management of the team across remote settings, ensuring high performance, compliance, and excellent customer service.

You will also:

• Oversee the collection of over £200 million in revenues 
• Lead on the administration and collection of Council Tax 
• Support the End of Year and Annual Billing processing for the 2026/2027 year
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including government bodies and auditors
• Support the Assistant Director for Revenues & Benefits Shared Service

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a confident and experienced professional who can demonstrate:

• Relevant management experience in Revenues
• Strong knowledge of Council Tax and associated legislation
• Proven leadership and team management skills across diverse operations
• Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making abilities
• IRRV Technician qualification or equivalent experience is desirable.

Key Competencies

• Personal effectiveness and resilience
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• People management and team leadership
• Customer focus and service delivery
• External and commercial awareness
• Resource and budget management

What can we offer you?

• A stimulating and supportive work environment
• Blending working (remote/office)
• Employee well-being programme
• Free parking when you are in the office

Job Category:  Interims
Job location county Hall, High Street, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1UD,

Isle of Wight Council, United Kingdom
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £38.20 Per Hour


This position would suit working remotely whilst maintaining productivity and collaboration with colleagues.

job Purpose 

To assist the Strategic Head of Property Services in providing a professional, proficient and cost-effective property management and property records function for the Isle of Wight Council and to help ensure the best use is made of the council’s land and property holdings. All work to be in accordance with professional standards and the Councils standards, policies and priorities 

Job Context (key outputs of team / role to provide some specific examples of role profile accountabilities) 

To assist with providing a property management and property records management function and to assist and lead on landlord and tenant matters.

Provide a property management service dealing with the Council's rented out property portfolio, overseeing the invoicing of tenant's rents and service charges, liaising with tenants and dealing with tenant-related issues such as assignments and general tenant requests and, as requested, to oversee the payment of rents on behalf of the Council.

Deliver a general property service which engages customers/stakeholders and enables them to make effective use of the service. Develop the service, using customer/stakeholder consultations to inform requirements. Ensure the service is delivered to the quality, organisational and professional standards required.

Ensure all required records and information are maintained correctly. Use technical knowledge and expertise to analyse information, identify areas of potential concern and recommend options/solutions. Research and evaluate current issues, developments, good practice and legislation changes in work area.

Work with other professionals and services areas to provide a seamless support service. Liaise with other agencies on operational issues and ensure effective service delivery. Work with partner organisations as required.

Assist the Strategic Head of Service and other property colleagues (Strategic Asset Management, Corporate Estates Management, and Corporate Property Maintenance) as required with providing a professional and quality property service.

Assist officers of the council on all Property Team property matters as required, such as obtaining valuation advice or obtaining legal advice from colleagues in the Legal Team, etc.

Assist property colleagues with the provision of property advice for corporate projects as required, such as acquisitions, disposals, the Council's accommodation strategy, service area property requirements and regeneration schemes. 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Role Profile requirements.

Job specific examples.

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Essential  

Desirable

Proven ability to influence based on facts and evidence, a range of audiences with differing competence and abilities. Ability to communicate one to one and with specific client groups.   

Proven experience of property management experience, including substantial direct liaison with landlords, tenants, and others, and of dealing with tenant groups

Substantial practical experience demonstrating development through a series of progressively more demanding and relevant work roles. Relevant experience within the service area, working as part of team to meet service standards, targets and deadlines.          

Demonstratable experience and application of working across a variety of General Practice property disciplines including property management, property lettings, management of rental income and service charges, in addition to other general property/estates matters such as dealing with applications for assignments and subletting.

Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, able to explain technical / legal issues clearly. Proven ability to negotiate with, persuade and influence others.            

Substantial experience of liaising with landlords, tenants, tenant groups, consultants, contractors, others, and of negotiating outstanding rental payments, etc

Good ICT skills including use of Microsoft applications and specialist systems.            

Ability to use Microsoft packages including Word and Excel. 

Knowledge of property databases. 

Authoritative knowledge of the specialist work area and relevant legislation, regulations, processes, systems, procedures and standards. Good knowledge of other areas of the authority relevant to the service and of wider sector / external influences.     

Good planning and organisational skills, with proven ability to prioritise and co-ordinate workload, monitor and evaluate work, to ensure deadlines are achieved.         

Experience of managing workloads effectively and dealing with regular requests from colleagues, line management, elected members and members of the public promptly and in a timely manner.

Research, investigation and analysis skills.      

Proven ability of researching the history of buildings(including past renovations and any irregularities which assists in assessing the overall integrity and values of a property).

Ability to analyse the local property market to provide accurate valuations and investment advice, involving market trends , property values and economic viability

Experience of tailoring research to meet the specific needs of clients such as developing real estate strategies, managing property portfolios, and advising on dispute resolution.

Knowledge of relevant financial processes and experience or training sufficient to ensure financial processing and / or budget monitoring is completed accurately.   

Experience of managing property budgets/income and service charges

Qualifications

Role Profile requirements.

Job specific examples.

Essential  

Desirable

May require relevant certifications including evidence of fluency in English language.                

Educated to A level standard or equivalent or equivalent experience. 

Relevant vocational / professional qualification.            

RICS status or similar

Other Requirements

May require relevant certifications including evidence of fluency in English language

Job Category:  Social Care Qualified
Job location 40 Station Road, Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG175GA,
United Kingdom
Nottinghamshire County Council
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £20.29 per hour

 We cover, child in need, child protection, initial child looked after and initiating care proceedings.  The role requires a level of flexibility due to work demands.  

Job Category:  Manual Labour
Job location Catmose, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6HP,
United Kingdom
Rutland County Council
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £13.17 per hour

To provide efficient and effective premises support of the Council�s administration buildings with day-to-day duties involving front of house and cleaning duties, co-ordination and maintenance of the buildings and associated support facilities.
Main Responsibilities:
1. To assist in the timely opening and closing of the Council�s administration offices on a daily basis including attendance for evening meetings.
2. To provide out of hours key holder duties in the event of emergencies.
3. To be available for additional overtime for weekend attendance for opening and closing of buildings as required.
4. The raising of flags at Catmose on designated days and occasions.
5. To support the smooth operation of the day to day management of meeting suites including the preparation of rooms to meet specific client requirements including furniture layout, presentation equipment, refreshments etc.
6. To provide attendance and assistance at Council functions when necessary.
7. To assist in the maintenance and monitoring of the security and safety of the premises and grounds at all times for compliance with agreed procedures and systems including the operation of various security systems.
8. To support the Property Section in the provision of minor maintenance, repair and improvement around the premises together with the reporting of items requiring attention by relevant contractors.
9. To assist in the routine checks of fire and emergency lighting systems in accordance with necessary procedures

Job Category:  Social Care Qualified
Job location Monnow Vale Health & Social Care Facility, Monmouth, Monmouthshire, NP255BL
United Kingdom
Monmouthshire County Council
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £29.24 Per Hour


Monday to Friday working from Monnow Vale Site or Usk Hub, including duty


You will be expected to work alongside the person, carers and colleagues to complete integrated or multi-disciplinary assessments, which are ‘person-centred’ and take account of an individual’s strengths and ‘what matters’ to them. Where appropriate, you will also be expected to develop care and support plans, which describe how the person will be supported and define ‘personal outcomes’, which are then used to inform and measure the effectiveness of interventions moving forward. Through your involvement, you will be expected to empower people creatively, to promote the well-being of individuals, carers and their communities, in sustainable ways. You will be expected to maintain a caseload. 

Operational

• To provide easily accessible information and advice through an immediate response service.
• To ensure Fair Access to Care guidance is applied for all citizens as agreed byMonmouthshire County Council.
• To work alongside people to help them identify risks to their independence using a range of tools. 
• To undertake relevant risk assessments and develop risk management plans when necessary
• To work alongside people to explore options which would support them to live as independently as possible in their communities.
• To support people through the hospital discharge process aiming to make everyday count post discharge in an appropriate community setting.
• To work with people to help develop solutions and personal support plans.
• To provide people with the information they require to make choices about funding options.
• To ensure that people’s rights are upheld under the Human Rights Act and the Mental Capacity Act and that their voice is always heard and least restrictive Practice is  applied. 
• To carry out financial assessments with people in line with local and National frameworks
• To maintain accurate financial records and agree any expenditure with person with delegated budget responsibility.
• To work with communities, a range of providers and partner organisations to develop community based solutions.
• To provide specialist social work assessments as part of comprehensive assessments e.g. Continuing Health Care Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments
• To prepare and contribute to the production of reports or applications for case conferences, Adult Protection meetings, Quality Assurance group, Court of Protection etc.
• To carry out non criminal investigations under the Protection of Vulnerable Adult Guidance All Wales Interim Policy on the Protection of Vulnerable Adults.
• To ensure needs, personal outcomes and wellbeing are met in accordance with the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.

Job Category:  Interims
Job location Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JG,
United Kingdom
Swindon Borough Council
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £34.91 per hour

Job Purpose

Role Profile

The post holder will be a key contributor to delivering the revenue repairs service to approx. 10,500

tenanted homes, 3,000 garages and 700 corporate and commercial operational Council owned properties.

Key Accountabilities

� Assist in managing day to day repairs in both domestic and commercial buildings and ensuring that

the work is carried out to a high quality, represents excellent value for money and achieves a high

level of customer satisfaction

� Assist in managing the safety inspection programme to both domestic and commercial operational

properties, to ensure they are carried out in accordance to Regulations and in accordance with

service standards with respect to quality and timescales, legal obligations.

� Undertake surveys on properties to diagnose gas service faults and identify the most appropriate and

effective solution

� Support neighborhood housing officers in diagnosing and dealing with complex technical matters that

they may identify

� Raise day to day works orders and any necessary variation orders that are accurate and timely

� Raise follow up works orders, to ensure that systems do not fail, ensuring that these orders are

accurate and timely.


Knowledge & Experience
Candidates must have substantial knowledge and experience in the following areas of business and will be
required to provide evidence of this:
� 2-years� experience of building surveying and inspection, including contract administration
� Knowledge of construction methods
� Knowledge of building faults including their diagnosis and appropriate remedial measures.
� Understanding of the legal framework relating to disrepair
� Understanding of how to work effectively with non-technicalstaff, tenants, leaseholders and building
users and delivering a customer focused service including providing for diverse needs
� Experience of using computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel.
� Knowledge of construction health and safety legislation including the Construction Design and
Management regulations
� Knowledge of planning and building regulations
� Knowledge of other relevant legislation and good practice.
Qualifications
� Higher National Certificate or equivalent
� Current driving licence
Decision Making
� Diagnosing repairs and recommending repair solutions
� Deciding on most cost effective repair to be carried out
� Approving expenditure on day to day repairs
Creativity and Innovation
� Identifying and introducing service improvements
� Flexibility in delivering the repairs service
� Producing communication presentations and articles
Job Scope
Number and types of jobs managed
� 40,000 repairs and inspections
Typical tasks supervised/allocated to others
� Technical support and administration.

• Job Category:  Housing
  Job location Ashfield District Council, Urban Road, Kirkby, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG178DA,
  United Kingdom
  Ashfield District Council
  Hours per week: 37
  Start date: Immediate start
  Salary: £25.04 per hour
  
  
  Role is to be office based at Kirkby in Ashfield and will support with the investigation, acknowledgement and response to complaints over various service areas. The successful candidate should have knowledge of handling complaints in the social housing environment, good analytical and IT skills. An awareness of the Housing Ombudsman Service's Complaint Handling Code would be preferrable. The role will be 37 hours per week, set over 5 days (Monday to Friday) with flexible hours between 8am & 5pm.
  
  
  Assist with the collation and review of information relating to expressions of dissatisfaction
• To acknowledge complaints in writing
• To support with the drafting of complaint responses
• To support with the drafting of complaint investigation notes
• To ensure that complaints are handled in line with the Housing Ombudsman Service's Complaint Handling Code and the council's complaints policy/procedure
• To support with the preparation of complaint information for submission to the Housing Ombudsman Service
• To support with the implementation of complaint learning outcomes, recommendations and orders
• To ensure that accurate complaint records are maintained

Job Category:  Admin & Clerical

Job location Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT
United Kingdom
London Borough of Bexley
Hours per week: 36
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £19.16 per hour


purpose of the job

• Support those who have been out of work for longer periods might need extra help to move back into employment. The BBE employability team will break down employment barriers that could be holding people back from finding work. 

• As an Outreach Employment Advisor working on externally funded employability programmes, you will work with adult job seekers who are preparing to move into employment, helping them to identify and address the barriers that make this difficult by providing exemplary, advice and signposting to relevant BBE services 

• Where a contract requires, you will deliver support by using both models of Supported Employment; Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF).

• Through community outreach provision, you will work in partnership with a wide variety of local agencies, partners, employers and BBE colleagues   to promote BBE services to residents that will convert to onboarding them on to employability programmes. 

Principal accountabilities 

Implementation

• To help BBE recruit clients and onboard them on to programmes that manage a high volume or complex caseload and deliver the job search process for new and existing clients to support them into sustainable employment ensuring that appropriate evidence is captured.
• To motivate residents to sign up to BBE services to assist them in their job search activities including, benefits and economic assessments developing realistic individual action plans relating to work and pre-employment training and offering a range of job search support courses that may increase employability. 
• To be fully involved in and attend community events to support local recruitment needs including jobs fairs, employer open days, outreach events, redundancy projects delivered on and off-site.
• Support the delivery of the IPS and SEQF models to both clients and employers adhering to the Fidelity Scales as set within the Fidelity Assurance System and working to the �place and train� model to ensure residents are needs are met by correct onboarding. 
• To develop and maintain understanding of Government initiatives around supporting disengaged, socially and economically excluded clients in order to work with colleagues to develop appropriate and effective support to meet Government objectives.
• To develop and deliver outreach information workshops covering a range of areas including introduction to the service, CV preparation and maintenance, interview techniques, completing application forms, job clubs and other thematic workshops.
• Ensure all onboarding paperwork is understood and completed by clients, maintain client files, track onboarding activity, monitor and update systems.  To audit and monitor client records to ensure accurate tracking and monitoring of client progress from introduction to starting on the programme 
• To produce weekly reports on caseload onboarding, achievement of programme starts in line with targets and maintain the correct level of audit material to be able to substantiate reports and evidence claims.
• To protect the personal data to which you will have access in line with GDPR and other relevant legislation. 
• To meet set performance targets, continually develop a high level of current industry knowledge and maintain appropriate internal relationships to ensure clients receive the highest level of support. 
• To digitally promote BBE services in the borough via a variety of channels, including social media (BBE TikTok, X and Instagram), the BBE website, good news stories, flyers and with the Councils corporate comms team. 

Organisational Control and Development

• To keep under review and develop the structures, procedures and working methods for which the post holder is responsible to ensure an integrated, effective and efficient approach to the delivery of services.
• To ensure that working practices and processes are developed that maximise the use of new and developing technology to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services to residents.

Personal Effectiveness 

• To deal promptly with all matters requiring the post holder�s personal attention.
• To be fully conversant with relevant statutory provisions and the Council�s constitution, processes and procedures; to develop the full range of professional skills and knowledge to satisfy the requirements of the post. 
• To establish and develop effective working relationships and productive partnerships with all the relevant partners.
• To support occasional out of hours working relating to clients starting work and to support departmental key employability events.

All staff working in the department have a responsibility for promoting and supporting the Council's policies and procedures for safeguarding. You should ensure that you carry out your duties and work at all times in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users.

cation and Formal Training 

GCSE education A-C level English & maths or equivalent

Appropriate professional qualification or willing to work towards

(b)  Relevant Technical Experienceand Knowledge

Proven substantial experience of:

Working in a public, recruitment or employment environment having supported individuals to achieve employment goals. 

A knowledge of the Welfare to Work benefits system.

Using ICT packages - good knowledge of the Windows and Microsoft Office Suite packages together with an ability to understand and use databases.

Organising one�s own caseload or account management to achieve   the set outcome targets.

Understanding of issues that make accessing employment difficult and create barriers.

Supporting legislation/best practice, including information security and data protection.

Using different methods of communication including face to face and digital to engage with a variety of audiences maintaining engagement and to progress people to take up opportunities that will benefit them. 

Working in partnership with internal and external colleagues to achieve the goals as set by the department and external funders.

• Working to the funder�s targets and deadlines and the ability to work unsupervised and measure and report on one�s own performance.

Job Category:  Interims
Job location The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Somerset Council
Hours per week: 29.5
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £37.32 per hour

Key Responsibilities

Championing Education for CLA: Act as an advocate for CLA within schools and other educational settings, promoting high aspirations and achievement.

Monitoring and Tracking: Regularly review academic progress, attendance, and personal development using data systems. Identify underachievement early and coordinate interventions.

Personal Education Plans (PEPs): Support the development and quality assurance of PEPs, ensuring they are meaningful, SMART, and reflect the child’s voice.

Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with social workers, designated teachers, carers, and other professionals to ensure a joined-up approach to education and care.

Guidance and Support: Provide support and guidance to school staff on the needs of CLA, including trauma-informed practice, attachment awareness, and inclusive strategies and interventions.

Transition Support: Help manage transitions between schools, key stages, or care placements to minimise disruption and maintain educational continuity.

Key Skills

Qualified teacher or experience working with vulnerable children and young people in education settings

Strong understanding of the education system and the barriers faced by CLA

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to influence and support schools to improve outcomes

Experience in multi-agency working and safeguarding

Commitment to equity, inclusion, and learner wellbeing

**2 Days Per Week Onsite Minimum**

Job Category:  Housing

Job location East Parade, Rhyl, Denbighshire, LL18 3 AH,United Kingdom

Denbighshire County Council

Hours per week: 37

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £14.35 per hour

Job Purpose

The Working Denbighshire Engagement Officer will provide a flexible, high quality service, working in partnership with other employability projects, Denbighshire County Council departments and other community groups as part of an integrated �Working Denbighshire� approach.

 The Working Denbighshire Engagement Officer will work across the county of Denbighshire, working closely with local community groups, to raise the profile and awareness of the employability support available and encourage people to participate in Working Denbighshire community-based employability services and activities.  

This is an important function with the aim of building referrals into all Working Denbighshire provisions and building capacity by encouraging and empowering people to increase and improve their knowledge, skills and confidence.This role will act as the public face of Working Denbighshire, ensuring people and community groups know about the services we provide and encouraging them to sign up or to refer people to our projects.  The role will require different ways to engage with the citizens of Denbighshire by providing informal and friendly support to access current, accurate and timely information and knowledge about the comprehensive range of support available within the community and identify new participants to engage and enrol onto an employability projects. 

  Principal Accountabilities and ResponsibilitiesEngage with those communities deemed to be �hard to reach� in a range of community settings to help residents build confidence, raise self- esteem and facilitate progression in to Working Denbighshire�s community based employability projects. 

 Reach out to and actively engage with community groups and other services and organisations, to promote the work of all elements of Working Denbighshire, with the intention to encourage citizens to access the support that is on offer.Attend locations and events across the County to provide key stakeholders information and advice about relevant support services available. 

Enhance the support available to participants across the whole of Denbighshire by encouraging the participants to undertake a broad range of activities and achieve definite outcomes. The participants will often have complex barriers and are in poverty or at risk of being in poverty.  Identify and engage with stakeholders to promote the services of Working Denbighshire to potential participants.

Maintain detailed records of work in accordance with the Working Denbighshire monitoring framework and necessary data requirements of UK and Welsh Government, DCC an any other relevant funding bodies. Always maintain a confidential service that ensures that all personal data is effectively protected and handled, within locally agreed Information Sharing Protocol and relevant data protection law.Identify any operational risks aligned to the Working Denbighshire safe system of work and complete risk assessments and risk management plans and report to your line manager as appropriate. Work within the provisions of DCC policies ensuring full compliance with financial regulations, including abiding by and implementing DCC Equal Opportunities policy, Health and Safety regulations, all Lone Working and Safeguarding procedures in all aspects of project delivery.

 Participate with colleagues as part of the wider Working Denbighshire team to take collective responsibility for representing and promoting Working Denbighshire and achieving its targets and ambitions.  Carry out other tasks and responsibilities of a similar nature as determined from time to time by the manager in relation to the smooth running of the service including providing temporary cover as necessary and appropriate.Resources/Equipment/MaterialLaptop Mobile phone Publicity materials and equipment as required Supervision/Management of PeopleNoneKnowledge, Skills, Training and ExperienceA knowledge of the employability sector and the services available to residents of Denbighshire. The ability to travel across the whole of Denbighshire County1.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS       GCSEs or equivalent, Grade C or above.  Substantial experience in the field of community work within the public, voluntary or community sector ideally in a social care, educational or employment advice setting.  

2. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE        Experience of working with people in the field of community work within the public, voluntary or community sector ideally in an educational, employment advice setting or social care. Experience of promoting services at a community level and with hard to reach citizens with multiple needs who are experiencing poverty and/or barriers to employment. Experience of admin and monitoring processes and the ability to complete required records to a high standard.                 

A/I 3. JOB RELATED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS             An understanding of how unemployment, poverty and social disadvantage impact upon people�s lives and knowledge of anti-poverty and employment support programmes including participant engagement and progression. Demonstrable customer care skills to include an understanding of customer service in a service delivery setting, knowledge of confidentiality and data protection issues and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Knowledge of related services provided by the statutory, voluntary and private sector.The ability to identify, analyse and resolve issues that may arise during engagement activities.  Comprehensive IT skills and ability to maintain electronic records, with attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise work, deal with conflicting priorities and meet deadlines and achieve goals.  The ability to work effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and community members in a collaborative way.

Job Category:  Human Resources
Job location Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JG, BR6 9BH, 

United Kingdom 
Swindon Borough Council

Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £27.00 per hour


Role will be based in the office 2 days per week (one being a Wednesday ) with flexibility to attend meetings as and when required

To provide HR support and assistance to the HR Operations team and give advice and guidance to
managers and staff. In doing so the role holder will build and develop effective working relationships with
managers which will allow the role holder to have an impact in influencing and supporting managers to
achieve their local and the corporate objectives.
Accountabilities:
? In consultation with the HRBP, provide managers and staff with appropriate advice and guidance
on Council policies, terms and conditions of employment and other HR related issues in
accordance with employment legislation.
? Support, coach, challenge and empower Directorate line managers in managing people issues
(e.g. Disciplinary, Grievance etc.)
? Dealing with local trade union (TU) representatives in relation to individual cases or local
collective issues; Build and maintain relationships with line managers, employees and TU
representatives across the Directorate(s) to ensure positive interactions and speedy resolution of
any issues that arise
? Responsible for screening all vacancies, identifying potential redeployment opportunities for
employees on the redeployment register and assist in matching them to suitable alternative jobs
across the Council.
? Undertake effective Job Evaluations, drawing on benchmarking data and ensuring a fair, consistent
and objective assessment.

Context and Dimensions:
Flexibility
The above is not an exhaustive list and the role holder may be required to undertake additional or
alternative tasks and duties as the needs of the business dictate, provided they are within the individual�s
capabilities and skills set at an appropriate level.
Variation
This is a description of the job as required at the date shown. It is the practice of this Authority to
periodically examine job descriptions, update them and ensure that they relate to the job performed, or to
incorporate any proposed changes. This procedure will be conducted by the appropriate manager in
consultation with the post holder.
Financial responsibilities:
This role has no direct budget accountability.
Management responsibilities:
This role has no management/supervisory responsibilities.
Values and Behaviours:
We strive to underpin our culture through strong management and authentic leadership, this means getting
the management basics right, and ensuring what we commit to individually and collectively, we own and
demonstrate accountability aiming to get things right first time. Building on this we also expect everyone at
SBC to demonstrative and live our organisational values and behaviours, this mean in our work we are:
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Connected: We put Swindon and its people at the heart of everything we do.
We display a communication and behavior style that promotes a positive Council identity in connecting
with residents, customers, colleagues and other stakeholders ensuring a partnership approach to
delivering our vision. Always asking, �is what I am doing in the best interests of Swindon and its people,�?
Resilient: We are forward thinking and work smart
We seek to identify where things can be improved, ensuring this learning is embedded, evaluated and built
upon through a strong approach to continuous organisational development.
Brave: We respect and work together with our colleagues and customers to achieve success
We act in an emotionally intelligent way, setting positive examples around accountability, risk and
governance. This will be delivered through developing ourselves and our teams to achieve the highest
possible levels of productivity and performance.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications:

1. CIPD qualified, or working towards this with experience of working effectively in a
complex organisation.
2. A proven track record of providing clear, balanced advice and guidance on HR
issues
3. Experience of working successfully with Senior Managers on complex HR issues
4. Experience of working in a HR department in a customer focused organisation,
proactively facilitating and leading change

Knowledge and Experience:
5. Significant experience of casework management; disciplinary, grievance,
attendance and well-being, conduct and performance
6. Up-to-date employment law knowledge, practical application on case
management and ability to apply and implement process and policy change
7. Strong verbal and written communication skills
8. Solid understanding and experience in applying employee relations and
employment practices in order to manage employee issues.
9. Interpret the Council�s HR Policy & Procedures and provide advice to
stakeholders appropriate to the situation
10. Develop HR colleagues and line managers
11. Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate data and establish key insights
12. Ability to interpret financial, people and performance data and commentaries
13. Ability to review and challenge content provided by other team members and local
HR teams
14. Understanding of the Directorate's objectives and priorities
15. Able to integrate external sources of data where necessary (e.g. using CIPD /
ACAS websites)
16. Ability to interpret financial, people and performance data and commentaries,
identifying and evaluating the key pressures and opportunities, ensuring that
mitigation is identified, both from internal and external sources where necessary
17. Persuade others using straightforward and simple techniques, clearly
communicate work requirements even if these are technical, complex or
contentious and create challenge to views of others if appropriate, in turn
explaining own position with evidence when challenge
18. Evaluates current situation based on previous experience; identifies advanced
implications/ conclusions from the logical analysis of a complex situation or issue.
Ensure data from all relevant sources can be gathered in order to assess complex
problems and come up with the most appropriate solution

19. Recognises the contribution and ideas of colleagues, and provides colleagues
with constructive feedback
20. Aware of the impact of their area on the EDI agenda and able to foster inclusive
workplace relationships / drive continuous improvement as a result
Aptitudes, Skills and Competencies:
21. Experience of working successfully with Senior Managers on complex HR issues
22. Ability to challenge and influence as well as taking ownership and responsibility
23. Is able to work effectively with people at all levels and builds strong relationships

Special Conditions of Recruitment:
24, Attendance at Council premises on a dedicated day each week is essential.
25. Attendance at meetings on site at times is required to meet objectives.

Job Category:  Education Qualified

Job location Blenheim Road, Orpington, Kent, BR6 9BH, United Kingdom

 Bromley Council

Hours per week: 36

Start date: Immediate start

Salary: £13.11 per hour

Are you a qualified childcare professional looking to make a meaningful impact in early years education?

Bromley Council is seeking a passionate and committed Nursery Practitioner (Qualified – Level 2 or 3) to join our Early Years and Childcare Service.

 This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a nurturing and inclusive environment where children are supported to reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities:Plan, implement and evaluate engaging activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).Ensure a safe, caring and stimulating environment through regular risk assessments.Support children’s individual dietary, cultural, and medical needs.Maintain consistent nursery routines while adapting to individual needs.Promote positive relationships with children, parents/carers, and colleagues.Attend staff meetings, supervision sessions, and parent/carer consultations.Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns appropriately.Respect confidentiality and act as a positive role model.Person Specification:Essential Skills & Abilities: Ability to engage and relate to young children.Strong communication skills (oral and written).Team player with energy and enthusiasm.Ability to follow instructions and contribute to planning.Knowledge & Experience: Understanding of child development, learning, and play.Awareness of equal opportunities and inclusive practice.Experience working with children under 5 in a nursery or early years setting.Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education (e.g. CACHE, NVQ, or equivalent).Special Conditions: Flexibility to work changing shift patterns and occasional duties outside normal hours.This post is covered by the Disclosure by Association regulations.An enhanced DBS check is required.

Job Category:  Facilities & Environment
Job location Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5BT

United Kingdom 
Somerset Council

Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £13.05 per hour

This role is part of a team of staff responsible for ensuring that the buildings managed as part of the Corporate Landlord function (currently in excess of 140 buildings) are fit for purpose and meet minimum legal and corporate requirements in terms of Health and Safety.

 This is a technical role and the postholder is required to be the eyes and ears on the ground for the Strategic Asset Management Service ensuring the safe keeping of premises and equipment, which includes Health and Safety related checks and the accurate recording of results and remedial actions. Failure to properly carry out statutory functions could result in death, injury, criminal proceedings as well as reputational damage for Somerset Council.

 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. Compliance checks Undertakes statutory compliance checks in all corporate and commercial multi-let buildings. Weekly Health and Safety Compliance checking on multiple sites for items such as; 

• Fire alarm testing • Legionella testing • Evacuation chair checks • Emergency light checks Role Description • Fire Extinguisher checks • Basic electrical checks • Panic alarm testing • Visual asbestos checks • Tree inspections • Microwave testing • C02 Testing to agreed testing rotas. 

Maintains and updates records of checks and where faults and defects are found. Undertakes routine resting of equipment and appliances to ensure their operation in a safe and satisfactory condition with associated record keeping. Undertakes monthly utility readings. Record Keeping Maintains and updates records to ensure statutory compliance.

 Enters compliance data on systems such as Civica and B-Safe, in relation to the preparation and review of risk assessments. Updates inventories of furniture and equipment as required. Health and Safety Identifies and appropriately addresses Health and Safety issues discovered on site. 

Identifies severity of issues and appropriately rectifying, reporting and escalating issues found. Undertakes DSE assessments as required and assists with resolutions. Incident Control Assists with incident control during fire, bomb and security related incidents providing incident control, fire warden or first aid cover as necessary. Acts as Chief Fire Marshall/Incident Control Officer in the absence of the Facilities Manager/Facilities Supervisor. Security and Key management Plays an important role in maintaining building security at sites. Keyholding, alarm setting/unsetting and dealing with activations. Physically unlocks/locks buildings as required to allow Council staff access.

  The Facilities Officer will also have the ability to travel to buildings outside of their area to carry out testing. Work is day to day routine and reactionary by nature but manages own workload, sites visits to make best use of time. Regular interaction with staff, contractors, and elected members and external agencies to pass and receive information. Daily contact with manager, supervisor. Regular contact with other service areas within the council. This role does not have any budgetary responsibility and does not manage any staff. 


Qualification/ Knowledge / skills / experience Qualification Essential 

• Good GCSE Grades (A-C) in Maths and English 

• 6 months experience in similar health and safety related role 
• Current driving licence (Car) Desirable 
• IOSH Qualification and/or NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
 • Certificate NVQ2/3 in Administration 
• IWFM Level 3 Facilities Management or equivalent Knowledge Essential 
• Relevant IT skills to enable effective input, manipulation, retrieval and presentation of data and information 
• Articulate – ability to communicate clearly 
• Ability to speak fluent English as stated in Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) Desirable 
• Data input experience 
• Competent in the use of MS Office Skills Role Description Essential 
• Numerate 
• Good interpersonal skills 
• Flexible and adaptable 
• Commitment and enthusiasm 
• Self-motivated and self-aware 
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail 
• Ability to work independently as well as team player 
• Confidentiality, tact and diplomacy 
• Flexibility to travel to other offices with short notice Notes Working conditions: Travelling to other sites on a daily basis to undertake compliance checking. The role must be a trained First Aider and Fire Warden.

 This role requires an enhanced DBS/barred list check. 

Lone working – accessing unoccupied buildings using keys and alarm codes, conducting dynamic risk assessment for any signs of break ins or problems before proceeding. Staff required to use Lone Working system. An element of manual physical manual handling work both inside and outside of buildings, such as snow clearance, sweeping leaves, moving office furniture and equipment, dealing with waste and recycling into skips, dealing with clinical waste, bodily fluids, dead birds, accessing storage compounds, plant rooms and roof spaces May be required to pick up sharps identified during Health and Safety tours and dispose of within prescribed guidelines.. In the event of an emergency incident including a fire, bomb or security related incident which warrants the long-term evacuation of the Hub building, the postholder will be expected to oversee the evacuations and remain on duty until arrangements have been made to enable staff to get home. Working arrangements: Working arrangements vary based on the site requirements Some teams require shift working (3 week rota), depending upon site opening and closing requirement.

 Role Description Example: Week 1 - 7am until 3pm, Week 2 - 12 noon until 7.30 pm (or end of last meeting) and Week 3 - 8.30 am until 5pm Some teams require the following pattern;

 • 6.30am to 3pm Monday to Thursday, 6.30am to 2.30pm Friday 
• 11am to 7.30pm Monday to Thursday, 11.30am to 7.30pm Friday 
• Postroom cover between 8am to 5pm daily 
• Back-office reception cover 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday Work unsupervised on security duties outside of core hours (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm). Some teams require fixed hours 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 4.30pm with an hour for lunch, time to be agreed with the local manager.