Southwark Council

Why Southwark? Southwark is a large, ambitious and progressive council with a 'can do' attitude and enviable reputation. As a council, we are successful, passionate and forward-thinking. Southwark has a varied mix of cultural communities, where over 120 languages are spoken in the borough. We have all the challenges you'd find in any inner city area. We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial leadership across a large and fast-paced Repairs & Maintenance portfolio, covering around 3,000 monthly repairs and a mix of measured-term contracts. This is a key role within our Engineering and Compliance Team, ensuring robust financial control, value for money, and commercial transparency across a wide range of building fabric and domestic services works. You will be supporting contracts that include: Communal Repairs, Housing Aids and Adaptions Responsive repairs across plumbing, domestic electrics, carpentry and general builders' works Maintenance and minor refurbishment of communal areas Below- and above-ground drainage repairs Disrepair case management Voids requiring system replacements and refurbishments 24/7 emergency response works SHU & TRA properties What You'll Be Doing You will act as the commercial lead for Repairs & Maintenance contracts, responsible for: Reviewing contract documentation and preparing annual and in-year forecast budgets Ensuring valuations are auditable, accurate and aligned with contract conditions Managing monthly contractor valuations, including verification of provisional sums, quotations, partnering rates and technical compliance Providing budget oversight for Engineering, Compliance and Major Works teams Reviewing quotations for value for money and contractual compliance Managing risk cost monitoring and reporting Reconciling historic accounts and ensuring timely payments Issuing certificates, pay less notices and maintaining auditable commercial records What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who brings: Strong commercial governance experience within repairs, maintenance or housing services Ability to manage multiple live contracts in a high-volume environment Excellent analytical and negotiation skills Confidence overseeing financial controls and ensuring fair, timely contractor payments A collaborative, solutions-focused approach when working with engineers, compliance officers and delivery teams Additional Information Recruitment Timetable Closing Date: 20 July 2026 Shortlisting Date : 24 July 2026 Interview Date: 31 July 2026 At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.?Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Benefits Working for Southwark Council - Southwark Attachments Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification

Why Southwark? Southwark Council is looking for an experienced and professionally qualified Surveyor to join our Property team. This is an important role within a high-profile service that supports the effective use of the council's extensive land and property assets. You will contribute to the delivery of a professional, high-quality and cost-effective local authority property and regeneration service, with a focus on estate management across the commercial portfolio. This includes landlord and tenant casework, lettings and wider property matters that support the council's strategic and operational priorities. You will also provide technical support and professional advice to help ensure the council's land and property assets are used effectively to support asset management, strategic land use and regeneration objectives across the borough. What You'll Be Doing As Surveyor, you will play a key role in the estate management of Southwark Council's commercial portfolio and wider property interests. You will manage a varied caseload of commercially significant and often sensitive property matters, including lease renewals, rent reviews, lettings and related negotiations. You will also contribute to asset management and regeneration activity across the council, supporting projects and transactions that may have long-term operational, financial and community impact. This role requires strong professional judgement, sound commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear advice on property matters to senior managers and colleagues across the council. You will also support financial appraisal work, procurement activity, legal processes and risk management across assets and land holdings within the team's remit. Southwark owns a significant proportion of land within the borough, and the effective stewardship of these assets plays an important role in delivering regeneration, capital receipts, community benefit and improved public services. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to that work. Key Responsibilities: Managing estate management casework: Provide effective estate management across the commercial portfolio, including landlord and tenant matters, lease renewals, rent reviews and lettings. Supporting asset management and regeneration: Contribute to asset management and regeneration activity across the team, ensuring compliance with corporate, statutory, regulatory and professional requirements. Delivering projects and transactions: Support and lead on specific property projects and transactions that may have significant financial, operational and long-term impact for the council. Providing professional advice: Offer expert advice to the Head of Portfolio Management and senior managers on asset strategy, regeneration issues and specific property transactions. Handling complex negotiations: Manage commercially significant and sensitive property negotiations both within and outside the borough. Undertaking financial appraisal and management: Carry out financial appraisal of property initiatives and support activities such as income management, debt recovery, budget monitoring and capital receipts. Managing procurement and contracts: Negotiate and obtain approval to enter procurements and contracts that support delivery of team projects. What We're Looking For We are looking for someone with strong professional property experience, excellent technical knowledge and the ability to manage complex estate management work in a local authority environment. Professional qualification: Fellow or Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Commitment to development: Evidence of continuing professional development. Knowledge of local government property matters: Knowledge of local government law and administration, with particular understanding of legislation and regulations affecting council asset holdings, property transactions and strategic or operational procurement. Understanding of the wider policy context: Knowledge of legislation, financial pressures and government policy affecting local authority asset use, housing, planning and regeneration. Commercial awareness: Understanding of external market forces, commercial constraints, risks and trends, and how these may affect the work of the Property business unit and wider Regeneration division. Estate management expertise: Good practical knowledge of estate management law and practice and how it is applied. Relevant professional experience: Extensive experience in a relevant professional role, such as property management, landlord and tenant casework or related estate management work. Strong reporting skills: Experience of producing accurate technical reports, statements and correspondence on complex matters using information from a range of sources. Additional Information Recruitment Timetable Closing Date: 19 July 2026 Shortlisting Date : 21 July 2026 Interview Date: 28 July 2026 At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.?Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Benefits Working for Southwark Council - Southwark Attachments Click here to view the Job Description and Person Speci

Why Southwark? Southwark is a large, ambitious and progressive council with a 'can do' attitude and enviable reputation. As a council, we are successful, passionate and forward-thinking. Southwark has a varied mix of cultural communities, where over 120 languages are spoken in the borough. We have all the challenges you'd find in any inner city area. We are recruiting a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor specialising in Mechanical Services to lead commercial management across Southwark Council's major Individual and District Heating contracts, Water Hygiene and Building Energy Management Systems, managing over 8,000 jobs per month. This is a specialist, high-value, high-complexity role, central to the delivery of safe, compliant and resilient heating and water services for thousands of residents. This position covers some of the Council's largest contracts, where annual contract values exceed £20m and involve complex technical and statutory requirements. We're looking for someone who can confidently navigate major mechanical services contracts and bring rigorous commercial assurance to mission-critical infrastructure. About the Contracts You will be commercially responsible for: • Heating & Water contract A (£7.9m) • Heating & Water Contract B (£7.4m) • District Heating improvement programmes (circa £8m) • Building Energy Management Systems (circa £100k) Works include: • Gas landlord safety inspections • Heating repairs, installations and maintenance (domestic & district systems) • Water quality testing, treatment and installations • Mechanical plant servicing (laundry, sewage, risers, energy systems) • Building energy management systems • 24/7 critical response services What You'll Be Doing We are recruiting a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor specialising in Mechanical Services to lead commercial management across Southwark Council's major Individual and District Heating contracts, Water Hygiene and Building Energy Management Systems, managing over 8,000 jobs per month. This is a specialist, high-value, high-complexity role, central to the delivery of safe, compliant and resilient heating and water services for thousands of residents. This position covers some of the Council's largest contracts, where annual contract values exceed £20m and involve complex technical and statutory requirements. We're looking for someone who can confidently navigate major mechanical services contracts and bring rigorous commercial assurance to mission-critical infrastructure. You will: Lead commercial control across all heating and water contracts, ensuring accuracy, value for money and compliance Review contract documentation and support the tendering of district heating schemes Prepare budget forecasts and monthly financial reporting Undertake monthly valuations, including verification of Prime Cost sums Review dayworks, manual orders and schedule of rates compliance Monitor Planned Preventative Maintenance costs Conduct post-inspection reviews and adjust contractor valuations where required Reconcile historic accounts and maintain audit-ready documentation Issue certificates, pay less notices and valuation reports on a strict monthly timetable Negotiate firmly and confidently with contractors, ensuring valuations, variations and wider commercial positions are rigorously tested and stand up to scrutiny Provide forensic QS support where required Contribute to staff development as part of the council's social value commitments This is an opportunity to lead commercial assurance on some of the Council's most specialist, high-impact contracts - critical to resident safety and service reliability. What We're Looking For We are looking for a seasoned quantity surveyor who can operate confidently in highly technical M&E environments. You will bring: Strong understanding of mechanical services, district heating or other complex M&E systems Demonstrable experience managing high-value, multi-contract portfolios Exceptional attention to detail and strong commercial rigour Ability to manage structured monthly valuation cycles with a high level of accuracy Strong communication skills, with the ability to work closely with engineers, technical teams and contractors Confidence in challenging valuations, interrogating variations and maintaining robust commercial positions Strong financial and reporting capability, with the ability to manage records, forecasts and supporting documentation effectively Additional Information Recruitment Timetable Closing Date: 20 July 2026 Shortlisting Date : 24 July 2026 Interview Date: 31 July 2026 At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.?Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Benefits Working for Southwark Counc

Do you see yourself inspiring others to achieve their fitness goals? Can you use your experience to support healthier, more active communities? Does the idea of joining a brand-new leisure service excite you? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Leisure Service is looking for passionate and dedicated Fitness Professionals to join our amazing team and help make a difference today. About the Role: We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Fitness Professional to support the delivery of a high-quality fitness service. Reporting to the Centre Fitness Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the gym operates smoothly while supporting customers to achieve their health and fitness goals. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the day-to-day operation of the gym Supervising gym users to maintain a safe environment Delivering 1-2-1 gym appointments and leading gym floor classes Creating tailored training plans, including fitness assessments and lifestyle advice Completing cleaning and maintenance schedules, reporting faults promptly Providing a professional, friendly, and high-quality customer experience at all times You will contribute to improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities across the borough by promoting active lifestyles. About You: We are looking for a motivated, positive, and proactive individual who is passionate about fitness and customer service. You will have: A minimum Level 2 Fitness Qualification and a CIMSPA/REPs Level 3 qualification Experience working in a customer-facing environment A proven ability to deliver excellent customer care Experience in designing and delivering fitness programmes for clients/members Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate others A genuine passion for health, wellbeing, and supporting diverse communities About the Team: You will be part of a vibrant and supportive team within Southwark Leisure which manages a wide range of vital services including leisure, parks, culture, and community spaces. This role offers a unique opportunity to: Help shape a newly established, council-led leisure service Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking team Contribute to improving health and wellbeing across Southwark Access opportunities for professional development and career growth For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Additional Information: Hours of work, 36 hours per week Type of contract: Permanent, FTC, Casual This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at Enhanced - Adults' and Children's (Barred) level. Benefits and more information: Recruitment Timeline: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 12th July 2026. Shortlisting date: Wednesday 15th July 2026. Interview date: week commencing Monday 20th July 2026. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition About Southwark: We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark's residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises, and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.?Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Attachments Fitness Motivator - Job Description and Person Specification

Southwark Council is hiring a Planning Lawyer to provide essential legal expertise for London's regeneration projects. This full-time role involves advising Executive members and shaping legal strategies that align with the Council's ambitions. Successful candidates will be qualified solicitors or barristers with experience in local government. Located at London Bridge, the role offers a salary range of £59,526 - £74,040 annually, plus benefits. Southwark Council is committed to inclusion and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Senior Playworker Reference number: SC07925 Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £35,373 - £41,637 Schedule: Full-time Location: London Why Southwark? We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark's residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest assets and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. The Youth & Play Service are responsible for providing positive activities borough wide for young people aged 11 to 19 years (25 years with SEN) as well as delivery of Adventure Playgrounds for children aged 8 to 15 years. These services are provided in a variety of building-based youth centres and adventure playgrounds across the borough. What You'll Be Doing The Youth & Play Service are responsible for providing positive activities borough wide for young people aged 11 to 19 years (25 years with SEN) as well as delivery of Adventure Playgrounds for children aged 8 to 15 years. These services are provided in a variety of building-based youth centres and adventure playgrounds across the borough. The service also delivers the Youth Parliament, a commissioning programme of grants for organisations and individuals, the digital youth offer (One Hub) and strategic work with a variety of partners from both the statutory and voluntary sector. The service leads on the delivery and coordination of cross departmental youth related programmes with the overall aim to raise the profile of services for young people in Southwark so that no young person is left behind. It also aims to place young people at the heart of future service design to ensure that they can influence decisions affecting their lives. This includes ensuring that council's facilities are fit for purpose, of high quality and young people friendly and that services meet their needs and enable them to fulfil their potential. The post holder will at times work independently and will receive regular supervision to enable delivery of high quality, modern and customer focused services to young people in the Borough. What We're Looking For Experience of developing, facilitating and delivering adventure play activities and facilities for children and/or young people, and their maintenance. Experience of implementing services objectives across a range of play settings - which may include, facility based, detached projects, open or closed play spaces, targeted programmes. Experience of developing and maintaining appropriate and positive relationships with children and/or young people. Experience of managing and motivating teams, allocating resources, monitoring service provision and providing reports. Experience of liaising with internal and external agencies. Additional Information 30 hours per week = £28,562.50 per annum (based on £34,275 at 36 phw). The Play Offer is delivered Tuesdays to Saturdays, and we will require the post holder to work these days with some possible additional hours on Sundays, on an ad hoc basis. Closing date: 31st May 2026. Shortlisting: 3rd June 2026. Interviews: 9th and 10 th June 2026. What to Expect on the Interview Day The interview process may include the following elements: A short presentation. An interview with managers. A short interview with young people. Practical and scenario-based exercises. You will be given clear instructions for each part on the day. Please note, we reserve the right to close applications prior to the closing date indicated above - please apply as soon as possible - we look forward to receiving your application. Please note: If you have applied for this role within the last three months, your previous application would have already been considered as part of our recruitment process. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept repeat applications during this period, and any new application submitted within this timeframe will not be progressed. The Play Offer is delivered Tuesdays to Saturdays, and we will require the post holder to work these days with some possible additional hours on Sundays, on an ad hoc basis Attachments Please click here for the job description and person specification

The role Step into a role where your expertise can help shape the provision of Adult Social Care services. Southwark Council's Safeguarding and Community Services Legal Team is now hiring an ambitious Adult Social Care Lawyerto help drive exceptional outcomes for our residents. By joining us, you will be at the heart of legal decision-making that protects vulnerable adults and supports life-changing outcomes for individuals and their families. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit, progressive legal team that invests in your development and gives you space to thrive. Why this role stands out: Impact with meaning : Your advice directly influences life-changing decisions for vulnerable adults and their families. Grow where you're valued : Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking legal team that actively invests in your development. Do law with edge : Work on complex, high-impact cases at the intersection of local government and evolving legal challenges. What you'll be doing You will provide first-class, cost-effective legal advice to the Adult Social Care team, ensuring decision-making meets the highest standards of good governance. Key responsibilities include: Managing your own caseload of complex adult social care matters under minimal supervision Delivering a high-quality, sustainable legal service in line with statutory and contractual obligations Researching legal questions and providing clear, practical advice to clients, and colleagues Preparing cases for courts, tribunals, and inquests Presenting cases at court, as required and subject to rights of audience Drafting pleadings and other legal documents Preparing legal concurrents for Council reports Assisting clients in responding to queries from Council members, MPs, the Ombudsman, and external partners Advising on the impact of new and emerging legislation Delivering training to clients and colleagues Driving continuous improvement, ensuring the service remains responsive in a changing legal and policy environment What we're looking for We're seeking a proactive and capable Lawyer with: Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX, with a current (or eligible) practising certificate Conduct of litigation rights (or evidence of having applied for these rights) Extensive knowledge and proven experience in adult social care law, including community care, mental health, Court of Protection, NRPF, age assessments, and care leavers Experience managing a busy caseload of complex matters and delivering solutions under pressure Strong drafting and advocacy skills A solid understanding of local government law, governance, human rights, and equalities legislation Experience working in a legal service or practice, with confidence using legal research tools and case management systems A commitment to continuous professional development Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively as part of a team Additional information About Southwark Council Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark's residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.?Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information: Salary: £50,175 - £57,495 per annum. This post attracts an additional benefits package to the value of £2,724 per annum (pro-rata) for staff which can be used towards benefits or taken as cash. Recruitment timetable: Closing Date: 11th May 2026 at 23:59 Interview Date: week commencing 1st June 2026 (in person at 160 Tooley Street offices) We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, pl

Why Southwark? Southwark is delivering a major programme of transformation to improve outcomes for residents while ensuring long-term financial sustainability. The Change team within Strategy & Communities leads this work, bringing together programme leadership, delivery, service design, business analysis and PMO into a single function. We are seeking a Head of Service Design and Business Analysis to lead these capabilities. This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping how services are designed, how problems are defined, and how new operating models are developed and delivered. What You'll Be Doing In this role you will: Lead service design and business analysis across the change portfolio Shape the design of new operating models that improve outcomes and efficiency Ensure a clear and consistent approach to problem definition, process design and requirements Work with Directors and senior leaders to develop practical solutions to service challenges Oversee the design of end-to-end services, journeys and processes Ensure design work translates into implementable change Build and lead a multidisciplinary team of service designers and business analysts Set clear standards and ways of working for design and analysis What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who has: Experience leading service design and/or business analysis in complex organisations A track record of delivering service transformation and operating model change Strong understanding of user-centred design, process improvement and analysis Experience working with senior stakeholders to shape and deliver change The ability to turn insight into practical, deliverable solutions Additional Information Advert close date: 11:59pm on 21st April 2026 Interview dates: 29th and 30th April 2026 The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition Attachments Head Service Design and Business Analysis G15 (1).pdf