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Essex County Council in Colchester, Essex, is seeking a Procurement Officer to support the procurement function across a broad range of activities within the public sector. The role involves handling supplier inquiries, contract administration, market engagement, and tendering, with hybrid working and occasional travel to the office. You will contribute to category strategies, cost analysis, and process improvements while ensuring compliance with procurement policies.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking a Director of People Services to shape a modern, inclusive and high-performing workforce across one of the country's largest unitary councils. This pivotal leadership role will drive the development and delivery of our People Strategy and lead wide-ranging organisational development and culture change work that will influence the entire organisation. As a key member of our Senior Leadership Team, you will guide the Council's direction, ensuring we have

Mansfield District Council invites applications for an Apprentice Gas/Plumbing position based at Mansfield Woodhouse. The role offers on-the-job training across gas, plumbing, carpentry and plastering while working toward qualification in Gas-Plumbing. You will learn safety, installation, maintenance and certification concepts, with supervision from skilled staff, and develop ICT and communication competencies essential for daily work.

Jobs Apprentice Gas/Plumbing Salary National Minimum Wage Expires 02/08/2026 Location Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Job Type Full Time Mansfield District Council has an exciting opportunity for someone to join their trade repairs team based at Mansfield Woodhouse to gain first hand experience of day to day maintenance tasks whilst undertaking a Gas - Plumbing Apprenticeship. You will gain skills across varying aspect of carpentry/joinery, plumbing, plastering whilst you are workingday to day towards your goal of becoming qualified in Gas - Plumbing; as these skill sets go hand in hand with the daily workload of a social landlord repairs person. You will learn and undertake key aspects of ensuring work is carried out to be compliant with the current gas and water regulations and best practice guides for these types of work, health and safety requirements and meets building safety regulations and legislation. You will get to know and understand the key principles of gas and plumbing installation, maintenance and servicing / certification to varying building types. You will gain knowledge of their construction, along with the range of building services that support a buildings operation, how to ensure the best use of materials and installation methods to ensure the minimisation of environmental impacts, how to improve a buildings performance and to ensure sustainability and the reduction of disposable materials and improved recycling. You will work and train alongside operational staff that are fully trained and capable of enhancing your skill sets to make you the best you can be. In addition to this you will learn many new aspects that will help you in your everyday life, ICT skills, communication skills, customer service and team working skills. This post has a working day finishing at 4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 1pm finish on a Friday, giving you a good work life balance. The Apprenticeship will be undertaken at West Notts College, commencing in September / October 2026 (dates to be formalised shortly). Closing date: 2 August 2026 Company: Mansfield District Council Salary: National Minimum Wage Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Sector: Corporate Services Sector: Facilities Management Job Role: Technician Job Role: Apprenticeship

High Needs Supported Accommodation Worker Salary: £31,537 - £34,434 Expires: 29/07/2026 Company: North Yorkshire Council Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire Job Type: Full Time Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? We have an excellent opportunity to join our expanding Young People's Supported Accommodation Service, as a High Needs Supported Accommodation Worker. About the Service Next Steps provides 24/7 staffed High Need Supported Accommodation, Dispersed Accommodation with floating support, Supported Lodgings and Safe Stay emergency accommodation (16/17-year-olds) and Safe Stay Emergency Lodgings (18-25-year-olds). The High Needs Support Workers are based in the 24/7 staffed properties but offer floating support in the dispersed properties and outreach support to some of the supported lodgings placements as required. About the Role This is your chance to be part of something fresh, dynamic, and deeply impactful - supporting young people around the ages of 16 and 17 (and at times up to 25) who are living in Supported Accommodation. These young people come from a range of backgrounds and life experiences including being in care or a care leaver, Child in Need, Unaccompanied Asylum-seeking Children or those who experience homelessness. Some may also have experienced developmental trauma/adverse childhood experiences or have other complex and challenging behavioural or emotional needs, but all need caring, nurturing support as they transition to adulthood. Responsibilities Provide day-to-day caring support to young people in both 24/7 staffed and dispersed accommodation settings. Be a key worker, building strong, trusting relationships and helping young people develop the skills they need for independent living. Support young people across our Core Offer areas: health and wellbeing, education and employment, staying safe, life skills, and more. Work flexibly including a share of evenings, weekends, Bank Holidays and sleep-in duty as part of a rota to ensure 24/7 support. Collaborate with a wide range of professionals and services to deliver truly integrated, person-centred support. Qualifications Empathetic, resilient, and committed to supporting young people. A great communicator who can build positive relationships and advocate effectively. Flexible and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Willing to work across the county-wide service when needed (primarily designated to work in the East or West of the County). Ideally experienced in working with young people in residential care, supported accommodation or supported housing environments. Requirements You'll need to hold or be willing to work towards a Level 3 Diploma or higher related to caring/supporting children. Additional Information It is an exciting time in Children and Young People's Services in North Yorkshire as we plan our approach in respect of the Families First Partnership Programme and how we will be responding to the social care reforms. Work is underway to plan our approach and implementations for 2027. As a result of this, some realignment may happen with job roles in the future. We want to be transparent about this in respect of this role. How to discuss the role For an informal discussion about this role please contact Mark Walker at or on . Company: North Yorkshire Council Salary: £31,537 - £34,434 Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire Sector: Housing Sector: Community Services Sector: Neighbourhood Services Job Role: Support Worker

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT PRACTITIONER - ESSENTIAL CAR USER POST Location: Liverpool Salary: £(phone number removed) per annum, plus £50 per sleep Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 8am 8am, 3-day rolling rota (1 on, 2 off) New Start has an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Support Practitioner to join our Adults Services Team based in Liverpool. This is a rewarding role where you will make a real difference, supporting vulnerable adults to achieve positive outcomes and lead fulfilling, independent lives. About Us New Start is a family-run, not-for-profit organisation providing residential and supported accommodation services for vulnerable adults, families, and young people. We are dedicated to helping people build brighter futures through person-centred support and community engagement. The Role As a Mental Health Support Practitioner , you will provide both practical and emotional support to individuals with mental health needs, helping them work towards greater independence and improved wellbeing. Your role will involve supporting residents within our services, as well as visiting vulnerable adults in their own homes to deliver outreach support. You will help individuals maintain their independence, develop life skills, and manage their tenancy and daily living responsibilities effectively. You will implement and facilitate activities that promote personal development across areas such as education, social inclusion, emotional resilience, physical health, and positive mental wellbeing. Supporting individuals to manage medication, sustain engagement, and develop independence will be key parts of your day-to-day work. You will also assist with the safe management of buildings, respond appropriately to incidents, and ensure all reporting and recording requirements are met in line with organisational policies. What We Offer Competitive salary of £(phone number removed) per annum £50 per sleep 1 on / 2 off shift pattern Contributory pension scheme 225 hours annual leave (rising to 285 with length of service) Range of learning and development opportunities Medicash health plan What we re Looking For Previous experience supporting clients with mental health issues Essential Excellent communication skills with a calm, patient, and confident manner Essential Experience supporting vulnerable individuals through crisis or periods of change Essential Experience assessing the needs of vulnerable adults, particularly those at risk of homelessness Desirable Experience of working collaboratively with other agencies (voluntary and statutory) Essential Experience of casework, support planning, risk assessments, and key working Essential Full driving licence, access to your own vehicle, and business insurance Essential If you believe you are the right candidate for the role of Mental Health Support Practitioner , please click apply now we d love to hear from you! This post is subject to an enhanced DBS criminal record disclosure.

New Start in Brent is seeking a Director of Transformation to lead the Council's major programme of change. The role focuses on reimagining how services are delivered, building financial resilience, and ensuring responsiveness to residents and communities. You will work closely with the chief executive and leadership team to guide transformational change, challenging traditional thinking and turning ambitious ideas into practical action.

Director of Transformation Location: Brent, London (Greater) Salary: £150,000 Job Type: Full Time Closing Date: 14 August 2026 Sector: Corporate Services, Corporate Management Team, Regeneration and Local Economies Brent is brimming with ambition and opportunity. We are proud to be one of the UK's most diverse and vibrant boroughs, with a young and growing population that reflects the energy and creativity of our communities. This is a rare opportunity to lead the Council's most significant transformation programme, influencing how services are delivered and helping to build a more financially resilient, innovative and responsive organisation. As Director of Transformation, you will lead the design and delivery of the Council's new Target Operating Model Programme, reimagining how we operate, driving innovation and continuous improvement, and ensuring the Council is well positioned to meet the evolving needs of residents and communities. Working closely with the chief executive, corporate leadership team, elected members and key stakeholders, you will provide strategic leadership and expert guidance on transformational change. You will be a credible and influential leader with the confidence to challenge established thinking and drive complex change at pace. You will thrive on tackling difficult problems, cutting through complexity and turning ambitious ideas into reality.

Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council seeks an Executive Director of Children's Services to lead significant improvements within children's social care and safeguarding, education, and early help initiatives. This full-time role based in Stockport offers a salary range of £149,000 to £175,000. The ideal candidate will possess strategic vision and strong partnership skills, committed to enhancing services for children and families. Closing date for applications is June 28, 2026.

Overview Lead Lawyer Corporate and Governance (Grants) - WMF2932e at Westmorland and Furness Council. Salary: £51,356 - £52,413 Location: Kendal, Cumbria Expires: 10/06/2026 Job Type: Full Time Responsibilities Responsible for legal advice regarding corporate grants - including grant agreements, subsidy control advice and associated governance across the Council Experience of preparing and reviewing grant agreements - for both receipt of and award of grants Advising on decision records including key decisions, committee, Cabinet and Council reports Attending committees as required Dealing with other governance legal advice as required Qualifications You will be a strong team player with a proven track record of delivering to deadlines, have effective communication skills and be able to use sound judgement to solve problems You will be used to working in a busy pressurised environment and will enjoy a challenge A commitment to delivering the best possible service for the benefit of our residents and clients, is required You must have good IT literacy skills and an ability to use electronic publications for the purpose of legal work and research are critical Other duties will include dealing with a range of matter including providing advice to officers and elected members, attending Council Committees and working groups as required Benefits Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk) How to apply Attachments: Post Specification, Role Profile If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, please contact Julia Krier at Company: Westmorland and Furness Council Salary: £51,356- £52,413 Location: Kendal, Cumbria Sector: Corporate Services Sector: Corporate Management Team Sector: Finance Job Role: Solicitor

Westmorland and Furness Council is looking for a Lead Lawyer for Corporate and Governance (Grants) based in Kendal. This full-time position involves providing legal advice on corporate grants, preparing grant agreements, and advising on governance issues while working collaboratively in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to meet deadlines, and a commitment to serving the local community. A competitive salary of £51,356 - £52,413 awaits the right candidate.