52 government jobs found in Ashford

Our client Kent county council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Children's social work team. Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). The post holder must complete the ASYE standard within 2 years of qualifying.Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group, in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework. The caseload will be managed within the relevant framework of...

Temporary Contract * Frontline UASC Work * Supportive Team * £38p/h Connect2Kent are recruiting a Locum Social Worker to join Kent County Council's Unaccompanied Minors (UASC) Social Work Team, supporting newly arrived unaccompanied asylum‑seeking children as they enter the UK through Dover and transition into care. This is a unique, meaningful role where you'll be the first point of contact for some of the most vulnerable young people arriving in the country - with strong supervision, structured development, and a supportive team. About the Role You'll act as a first responder for UASC arrivals at Dover and/or manage a caseload of newly arrived unaccompanied minors who become Children in Care. Your work will involve assessment, planning, intervention and ongoing support, ensuring each young person receives safe, appropriate care. This role is aligned with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF) and is suitable for practitioners still within their ASYE period, with...

4‑Day Working Week * Temporary Contract * Immediate Start * £38p/h Connect2Kent are seeking an experienced Locum Children's Social Worker to join the Children's Social Work Team in Ashford on a temporary basis. You'll be completing Children & Families assessments and supporting children and families at key points of need. This is a great opportunity for a confident practitioner who wants flexibility, balance, and the chance to make a real impact - all within a supportive, well‑structured team. What you'll be doing You'll carry out C&F assessments for children and families referred into the service, ensuring timely, analytical and child‑centred practice. Completing high‑quality C&F assessments - Clear, evidence‑based assessments that inform robust plans. Managing a varied caseload - CIN, CP and early safeguarding work depending on need. Multi‑agency collaboration - Working closely with schools, health, police, carers and families. Maintaining accurate records -...

Ashford Details Ability and experience of working effectively with others and within a team. Experience of working in local government, with excellent working knowledge of all services delivered by a Local Authority. To have an understanding of the construction / Repairs services To have an understanding of procurement and contract management. Previous experience of working in an office environment providing administrative business support to a busy team of professionals. Organisation of meetings, managing diaries and emails, attendance at meetings to take minutes and production of update reports. Raising of purchase orders and processing of invoices for payment. Computer literate with good experience of using MS Office software, in particularly Outlook, Word and Excel

Our client Kent county council is looking for a Qualified Social worker to join their Adolescent support team. Job Purpose: To deliver and improve services for Children in Need, with a clear focus on those in need of protection and the wider safeguarding agenda through the provision of high quality social work interventions and effective liaison with local partners. To work within a team of professional Social Workers and/or early intervention staff to provide services to children, young people and their families requiring support and/or intervention. Services are to be delivered in accordance with legislation, Corporate and Directorate policies and with allocated cash limits. To be a champion of social work values and delivering interventions that work to keep children safe and to support families. As a large and diverse county, we offer an unrivalled range of work and settings - all with their own challenges. Rising to these challenges will require all of your resilience,...

Our client Kent city council is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their Child social work team. Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). The post holder must complete the ASYE standard within 2 years of qualifying.Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group, in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework. The caseload will be managed within the relevant framework of supervision...

Duties will be to; Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group, in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework. The caseload will be managed within the relevant framework of supervision dependent on the complexity of the case and post qualification experience of the post holder. Initiate and develop close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary and private sector agencies, carers and those with parental responsibility in order to facilitate good outcomes for children and their families. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them in hiring both Locum and Permanent Social Workers across the county. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers an exceptional environment for social work professionals looking to make a real impact. We are currently seeking qualified and passionate Social Worker's to join the Kent Intake Unit based in Dover. This vacancy is in the PM team 13:30 to 22:00. If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of the UK's most desirable regions. Purpose of the Job: Manage a caseload of newly arrived unaccompanied asylum-seeking children who are Children in Care to the local authority. This will involve various levels of complexity and involve assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of...

Connect2Kent exclusively recruits on behalf of Kent County Council (KCC), supporting them in hiring both Locum and Permanent Social Workers across the county. With an Ofsted rating of 'Outstanding', KCC offers an exceptional environment for social work professionals looking to make a real impact. We are currently seeking qualified and passionate Social Worker's to join the Kent Intake Unit based in Dover. If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of the UK's most desirable regions. Purpose of the Job: Manage a caseload of newly arrived unaccompanied asylum-seeking children who are Children in Care to the local authority. This will involve various levels of complexity and involve assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. Main...

Site Manager | Main Contractor | School Projects - Roofing Gillingham £250 a day 3rd week of July Start 2026  ENHANCED DBS required   The Company The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, local authority, commercial, Government Buildings & Roofing Contracts. The building contractor has always been known to have an excellent reputation, focusing on the delivery of construction projects ranging from £200k - £8m, including refurbishment & new build.  The Candidate The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Site Manager across varied sectors, on projects up £8m value. The candidate would be responsible for full site operations, aswell as managing client & Principal Contractor. They are looking for someone with Roofing experience & someone who has been involved in working for a Main Contractor on Education Projects.   The Project The contractor operating in and around...

Our client Kent county council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Long term assessment team. Purpose of the Job: Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF). The post holder must complete the ASYE standard within 2 years of qualifying.Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group, in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework. The caseload will be managed within the relevant framework of...

Your New Organisation Southend-on-Sea City Council is a unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who work alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As an upper tier Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions and are progressing the Spatial Development Strategy for Greater Essex in partnership with Essex County Council and Thurrock Council. The Council has an ambitious regeneration agenda and is the location of choice for developers, attracted by the City's excellent connectivity and built and natural environment. Our economy is diverse with a strong...

BBS Recruitment is an independent recruitment agency for the transport and logistics sector, supplying to a variety of clients across London, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas. We also recruit for Social Care and Public Sector roles. We are currently recruiting a Reviews Officer- Housing for our client based in Redbridge. Responsibilities for Reviews Officer: * To carry out high quality, timely reviews of homelessness decisions (negative homeless decisions, suitability, discharge of duty) under section 202 of the Housing Act 1996; reviews functions under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017; part VI reviews of Housing register assessments and housing offer through choice-based lettings * Manage cases that go to section 204 appeal in the County Court and to further appeal in the higher courts: judicial reviews and other housing court challenges * To reduce the need for provision of temporary accommodation and resulting expenditure by ensuring effective and timely...

Finance Administrator Croydon office location with hybrid working 12-month fixed term contract At the Pension Protection Fund (PPF), we provide security in retirement for our members and millions of people throughout the UK who belong to defined benefit (DB) pension schemes. Through the PPF and Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS), we compensate members for their pensions after the employer funding their pension becomes insolvent. In total, we look after over 400,000 members across the PPF and FAS. With over £30 billion in assets under management, our investments support long-term economic growth across the UK. Our award-winning team of around 450 professionals has earned the IPE UK Pension Fund of the Year title three times in seven years. We work closely with government and industry partners to improve outcomes for scheme members, employers, and the broader pension system—playing a vital role in strengthening retirement security nationwide. We have an opportunity for a highly...

Job Title: Commissioning Information Analyst Location: Newham Team: Commissioning Development (Housing & Community Infrastructure) Term: Temp 6 months Rate: £21.91 hour PAYE Are you passionate about using data to enhance community services? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic Commissioning Information Analyst to join their team and make a difference in housing and community infrastructure! About the Role: In this pivotal position, you will analyse data, support projects, and provide insights that drive service performance and elevate customer experience. Your contributions will help shape the future of housing services, and you'll be at the forefront of positive change! Key Responsibilities: Data & Insights: Analyse performance data to spot trends and improvement opportunities. Produce timely and clear reports for internal teams. Manage accurate housing and service data. Customer & Stakeholder Feedback: Gather and analyse feedback from residents...

Our client, based in London, is currently recruiting for a Democratic Services Officer on a 3-month temporary contract. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position. Duties will include (but are not limited to): * Attending committee meetings, taking notes, minute taking and agenda logs * Managing meeting calendars and scheduling across multiple senior stakeholders, keeping governance deadlines on track and reducing clashes * Handled sensitive and confidential information appropriately, due to the team being a part of a wider council partnership * Managing report preparation and governance quality checks, ensuring papers were clear, accurate, complete and ready for circulation or publication Skills and Experience required: * Experience required in Local Government Rewards and Benefits: * Hybrid working * Flexible working days Working hours: * 37 hours per week *...

IT Project Manager - Modern Workplace Location: East London (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week on-site) Contract: 3-Month Rolling Contract Rate: £500 per day (Umbrella) Sector: Local Government An East London Local Authority is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of strategic Modern Workplace initiatives as part of its Technology Roadmap. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile transformation programme, delivering enterprise-scale Microsoft 365 technologies that enhance collaboration, security and user experience across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the delivery of Technology Roadmap projects with a focus on Modern Workplace technologies, including Microsoft 365, Identity, Endpoint Management and SharePoint Online. Coordinate cross-functional technical teams, third-party suppliers and business stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, RAID...

Interim IT Project Manager East London / Hybrid £500 per day Umbrella A Local Authority in East London is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of key Technology Roadmap projects, focusing on Modern Workplace technologies including Microsoft 365, Identity, Endpoint Management and SharePoint Online. Key responsibilities include: Managing the delivery of M365 and Modern Workplace projects from inception to completion. Coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Developing and managing project plans, budgets, timelines, risks and dependencies. Providing governance reporting to senior boards and stakeholders. Ensuring compliance with organisational governance, architecture standards and M365 best practices. Supporting user adoption, change management and transition into service. Managing escalations and providing recommendations to resolve complex delivery issues. Requirements: Proven IT Project Management experience delivering Microsoft 365 and...

Specialist Procurement Advisor Location: South East London (Hybrid Working) Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract Rate: £480 per day (Umbrella) Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Working Pattern: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home We are seeking an experienced Specialist Procurement Advisor to play a key role in delivering these approved business cases and driving commercial outcomes across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly capable procurement professional with strong public sector experience to make a visible impact within a large-scale transformation programme. The RoleAs Specialist Procurement Advisor, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of approved business cases while supporting the implementation of the organisation's Procurement and Contract Management Target Operating Model. You will work closely with service areas, finance teams, suppliers, and programme stakeholders to ensure agreed savings, benefits, and service...

Location: London Borough (Hybrid Working - 2 Days per Week in the Office) Rate: £400-£450 per day Contract: Interim We are currently recruiting for an experienced Principal Accountant - HRA & Housing on behalf of a London Borough Council. This is an excellent opportunity for a local government finance professional with strong Housing Revenue Account (HRA) experience to support a busy finance team through a period of change and development. Key Responsibilities: Lead on all aspects of HRA financial management and reporting. Provide expert financial advice and business partnering support to Housing Services. Support budget setting, monitoring, forecasting and year-end processes. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and local government finance regulations. Contribute to the preparation of statutory accounts and working papers. Support financial planning and modelling for housing-related projects and initiatives. Assist with the delivery of financial strategies...