Stockport Council Jobs

One to One Tuition Coordinator

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:01:00 EST

Salary: �42,227 - �49,129 Salary including SPA points as appropriate. To work across all phases of education. The post is open to Job Share. Required as soon as possible. Stockport is a successful and high achieving authority that values the partnership with its schools, colleges and settings and works closely with them in order to ensure further improvement. The School Improvement Service is looking for an individual to lead on the implementation of one to one tuition across Stockport�s schools. One to one tuition places will be made available to substantial numbers of targeted pupils in Key Stages 2 and 3. The post will enable the Local Authority to support schools in developing effective practice and to quality assure and evaluate the programme. The work will include: Supporting identified schools which are delivering one to one tuition; Providing advice and support to raise standards particularly in the use of personalised learning and intervention programmes; Monitoring and evaluating the impact of the one to one tuition programme; Supporting the management of one to one tuition budgets; Providing advice, support and professional development for one to one tutors; Being the first point of contact for the National Strategy for one to one tuition programme and to liaise with other external agencies. You will need: graduate or equivalent QTS with experience of successful teaching; a good knowledge and understanding of interventions and strategies to support underachieving groups; experience of team building and working collaboratively with other professionals; experience of monitoring, collating and analysing performance tracking data; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; experience of managing change; the ability to encourage and motivate. For an informal discussion, please contact Alan Beswick, Senior Secondary Adviser, on 0161 474 3918, mobile 07800 617 967 or email: alan.beswick@stockport.gov.uk Please return applications to the Recruitment Team, 2nd Floor Stopford House, Piccadilly, Stockport, SK1 3XE. Shortlisting: 22nd July 2009. Interviews: 30th July 2009. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Stockport Council � Valuing diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 20 Jul 2009

Senior Administrator: Childrens Rights and Independent Visitors

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:00:00 EST

Salary: �16,991 - �18,937 A vacancy for a Senior Administrator has arisen within the Children�s Rights and Independent Visitors Service at the Safeguarding Children Unit based in the Sanderling Building, Bird Hall Lane, Cheadle Heath, Stockport. Supporting the Team Manager you will be experienced in working in an office environment and have the ability to get on well with people. A high standard of literacy and numeracy is essential, as is familiarity with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and Windows 2000. This post also requires the holder to be highly organised and adaptable with the ability to work well within a team whist acting on their own initiative. Understanding the need to deal with people in a sensitive and competent manner and the importance of confidentiality are important attributes for this post. The Sanderling Building is situated on the outskirts of Stockport and has free car parking facilities. Stockport Council - Valuing diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 15 Jul 2009

Neighbourhood Renewal Development Officer

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:59:00 EST

Salary: �24,402 - �28,353 Are you interested in working in Neighbourhood Renewal and in playing a crucial role in the development of sustainable communities? Your role will be to support the development, co-ordination and project management of local Neighbourhood Renewal Strategies, Action Plans and any associated funded programme or project. You will support the development of a Neighbourhood Management approach to tackling the problems of the area including work to: � Re-shape mainstream services � Improve access to services � Ensure that local problems are identified as early as possible and appropriate solutions to them are developed in conjunction with local stakeholders The role will require you to be able to build effective partnerships with customers, staff, local services and development partners to ensure projects are delivered within timescale and resources. This is an exciting and rewarding role, offering a varied and interesting workload. You will be highly motivated and enthusiastic with strong organisational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to represent the organisation with our external partners. Stockport Council - Valuing diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 15 Jul 2009

Connexions Personal Adviser

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:59:00 EST

Salary: �22,001 - �23,473 Connexions Stockport � part of Services for Young People � provides a support service for young people aged 13-19 (or up to 25 for those with additional needs), ensuring they can access the right information, advice and guidance to reach their full potential in education, employment or training. It�s about empowering young people to make decisions about their future and taking control of their own lives. Our Personal Advisers act as the link between young people and a range of partner agencies from the education, training, employment, health, youth work, social welfare, criminal justice and voluntary sectors. In recruiting Personal Advisers we are looking for natural communicators and motivators who want to engage with young people, to raise their aspirations and self-confidence in order to overcome barriers and achieve goals We have a variety of Personal Adviser vacancies and would like to hear from people who have had previous experience of working with young people and/or a professional qualification in Guidance, Youth & Community, Social Work, teaching or other related qualifications. The successful candidates will work alongside Education Welfare Officers and Youth Workers in our recently formed Services for Young People Area Teams to help and support children and young people to reach their full potential. Successful applicants must have, or be actively working towards, an NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline. Interview dates: 23rd July 2009 and 28th July 2009 Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 15 Jul 2009

Community Safety Officer - Preventing Violent Extremism

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:58:00 EST

Salary: �24,402 - �28,353 The Safer Stockport Partnership leads the fight against crime, drugs and disorder in Stockport. Forward thinking and innovative, we�re changing the way local services work together to reduce crime. The Community Safety Unit also includes Drug Action Team, Anti-Social Behaviour Action Team and Rangers Service. We are looking for a person with enthusiasm and an interest in reducing crime and in particular the Preventing Violent Extremism (PVE) agenda. As a Community Safety Officer leading on the PVE themed portfolio you will work closely with police and other partners to develop strategies and policies around the PVE action plan. A key member of the Community Safety Team you will also have responsibility for developing and supporting a local neighbourhood crime and disorder partnership team. You will play a crucial role in forging close links with people from a range of different public and voluntary sector services, and ensure that we are effective in delivering and measuring real change for the better. You will represent the Community Safety Unit in a range of inter-agency and public meetings. With well developed IT, organisational, and communication skills, you will interpret and explain statistical information and deliver well informed recommendations. Experience of working in partnership situations and knowledge of the PVE agenda is essential. More information about the Safer Stockport Partnership can be found on www.saferstockport.org.uk Interview date - 14th August 2009. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 15 Jul 2009

School Improvement Advisor: Closing the gap

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:57:00 EST

Salary: �49,129 - �52,445 To work across all phases of education. Initially a fixed term contract until August 2011 � This post is also open as a secondment opportunity. *Soulbury 16 � 19 including SPA points as appropriate. Stockport is a successful and high achieving authority that values the partnership with its schools, colleges and settings and works closely with them in order to ensure further improvement. The School Improvement Service is looking to appoint a high quality adviser to further strengthen our already effective team and coordinate our work around closing the gap and breaking the link. The work will include: � Leading and managing local and national projects focused on closing the attainment and achievement gaps for children and young people at all Key Stages � Developing, writing and monitoring an action plan which identifies the School Improvement Service strategy for closing the gap, clearly linked to the Service Plan. � Work with colleagues to implement identified intervention strategies and support the monitoring and evaluation of impact on closing the gap. � Liaise effectively with the Senior Adviser: Inclusion to ensure that actions are focused on the appropriate groups of CYP identified through rigorous analysis. � Be the key link for the School Improvement Service with Local Partnerships in order to ensure a consistent focus on closing the gap. � Work with identified schools to develop strategies that impact on closing any identified attainment and achievement gaps. You will need: � Recent successful experience of senior leadership in any phase of education � A proven track record in school self evaluation and school improvement. � The ability to support, monitor and challenge schools. � Excellent data analysis skills. � Excellent interpersonal skills together with the ability to work in a team and across teams. � The ability to effectively lead and manage projects � Be fully committed to working with other agencies For an informal discussion please phone Sue Guy, Head of School Improvement Service, on 0161 474 3882 or email sue.guy@stockport.gov.uk Closing date: 14th July 2009 Shortlisting: 17th July 2009 Interviews: 24th July 2009 This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Stockport Council � Valuing diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday 14 Jul 2009

Water Metering Project Officer

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:56:00 EST

Salary: �16,991 - �18,937 Stockport Homes is an innovative, modern arms length housing organisation (ALMO), created in October 2005 employing over 370 staff and managing 11,500 properties across the borough of Stockport. We have a 3 star �excellent� rating following an audit commission inspection, which has given us a multi million pound investment programme to invest in our housing stock. The Customer Finance Team is responsible for the collection of rents, service charges and arrears from Local Authority Housing Tenants. The Team is now recruiting a Water Metering Project Officer who will be responsible for identifying, contacting and assisting customers where the installation of a water meter or conversion to an alternative method of charging for water would be financially beneficial. The Officer would also be responsible for dealing with day to day water charge enquiries and also for identifying customers who may qualify for assistance from the United Utilities Trust Fund. With previous experience of water rates charging mechanisms, candidates should have excellent communication and customer care skills. A meticulous approach and the ability to prioritise demands are also required. The successful candidate will also need to have a car and full, clean driving licence. Interview Date: 31st July 2009. All posts offer attractive conditions of service and a range of employee benefits including a commitment to personal development, flexible working hours and a final salary occupational pension scheme. Further details and an application form are available from: Human Resources, Stockport Homes, 1 St Peter�s Square, Stockport, SK1 1NZ. Tel. 0161 474 2727, or email recruitment@stockporthomes.org Details can also be found at www.stockporthomes.org/workingforus Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 13 Jul 2009

Group Accountant (Technical)

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:55:00 EST

Salary: �36,838 - �44,092 You will lead the Technical Team whose remit is central to the financial management function at Stockport Council. The team is responsible for co-ordinating the work of directorate financial support teams throughout every stage of the financial planning cycle. The team is also responsible for the provision of specialist support and advice in relation to accounting codes of practice, financial procedures, asset accounting, treasury management, VAT, CAA Use of Resources and the Local Area Agreement. The Technical Team also supports a range of corporate initiatives and the work of local authority special interest groups. Your duties include leading, supporting and assisting the Technical Team with a particular focus on capital programme co-ordination, treasury management, VAT, the final accounts process and provision of support for a range of Corporate Initiatives. You will report directly to the Strategic Accountant (Technical) and develop a close and effective working relationship with your team members and other officers. This interesting and varied position provides an excellent opportunity to gain greater financial management experience and develop specialist skills at the heart of the finance function in a metropolitan local authority. Interview date: w/c 27 July 2009. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 13 Jul 2009

Neighbourhood Housing Officer

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:54:00 EST

Salary: �22,001 - �23,437 Stockport Homes is an innovative, modern arms length housing organisation (ALMO), created in October 2005 employing over 370 staff and managing 11,500 properties across the borough of Stockport. We have a 3 star �excellent� rating following an audit commission inspection, which has given us a multi million pound investment programme to invest in our housing stock. As a first point of contact, you will manage a �patch� dealing with all issues a resident may experience regarding their tenancy and home. You must possess excellent customer care skills and be committed to making a difference to the estates you will manage by providing a continual three star service. Interview Date: 6th August 2009. All posts offer attractive conditions of service and a range of employee benefits including a commitment to personal development, flexible working hours and a final salary occupational pension scheme. Further details and an application form are available from: Human Resources, Stockport Homes, 1 St Peter�s Square, Stockport, SK1 1NZ. Tel. 0161 474 2727, or email recruitment@stockporthomes.org Details can also be found at www.stockporthomes.org/workingforus Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 10 Jul 2009

Customer Involvement Assistant

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:52:00 EST

Salary: �16,991 - �18,937 Stockport Homes is an innovative, modern arms length housing organisation (ALMO), created in October 2005 employing over 370 staff and managing 11,500 properties across the borough of Stockport. We have a 3 star �excellent� rating following an audit commission inspection, which has given us a multi million pound investment programme to invest in our housing stock. We are seeking an enthusiastic and conscientious Customer Involvement Assistant to assist the team with developing a range of ways to get customers involved in giving their views on the services they receive. Duties will include providing support to existing customer groups and researching good practice to set up new structures. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with a range of people, whilst remaining sensitive to the needs of customers. With strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied and busy workload, you will be able to work on your own initiative and work flexibly. Occasional evening/weekend work may be required. Interview date: 28 July 2009. All posts offer attractive conditions of service and a range of employee benefits including a commitment to personal development, flexible working hours and a final salary occupational pension scheme. Further details and an application form are available from: Human Resources, Stockport Homes, 1 St Peter�s Square, Stockport, SK1 1NZ. Tel: 0161 474 2727, or email: recruitment@stockporthomes.org Details can also be found at www.stockporthomes.org/workingforus Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 10 Jul 2009

Welfare Rights Officer

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:50:00 EST

Salary: �24,402 - �28,353 This post is also open as secondment opportunity for Stockport Council Employees. However, as with any secondment the permission of your current manager must be obtained for the entire period of the secondment, prior to making an application. This post is an excellent opportunity for someone with enthusiasm and experience to join the Welfare Rights Central Team, part of the Council�s Stockport Advice service, which also includes Debt Advisers and Advice and Information Officers. The service has the Quality Mark at Specialist level for benefits advice, a supportive team, good staff training programme, flexible working hours and offices that are fully accessible. This Welfare Rights Officer post is part of a team giving specialist advice to members of the public about complex benefits and tax credit problems, and representing them at appeal tribunals. We'd like to hear from you if you are knowledgeable and experienced in this work (including tribunal representation), a good communicator and committed to excellent customer service and equal opportunities. Stockport Advice is a direct Council service, part of the Adults and Communities' Directorate. This means we have good opportunities to work with vulnerable client groups such as people with mental ill-health or physical disabilities, referred by our colleagues in the Adult Social Care service. See www.stockport.gov.uk/stockportadvice for more details about Stockport Advice, including our Annual Report 2008. Stockport Council's Diversity Policy Stockport Council wants to be recognized and known as an inclusive organisation that represents, serves and employs people as equals. We also value people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles and circumstances. More details can be found at http://www.stockport.gov.uk/content/communitypeopleliving/equality About your application. When we decide on candidates for interview, we can only go on what you tell us about yourself on your application form, so please write about how you meet each of the Essential Skills listed on the Person Specification, giving examples. Interview date: 17th July 2009. Stockport Council - Valuing diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 08 Jul 2009 Supporting Information:

Education Welfare Officer x2

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:49:00 EST

Salary: �22,001 - �23,473 Stockport�s Services for Young People is a forward looking service that strongly believes that all children and young people should have the opportunity to obtain the greatest benefit from their education, enabling them to maximise their life chances. As part of an integrated service with Connexions Personal Advisers and Youth Workers, successful applicants will support the Local Authority�s actions to improve attendance and ensure effective communication between young people, parents, carers, school staff and other agencies. Applicants should ideally be qualified to NVQ level 3 Working with Children & Families, or equivalent, or have had extensive experience of working with young people in an education, health or youth work setting. Candidates will be appropriately sensitive and assertive, have excellent negotiating skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and clients. You will act on behalf of the Local Authority regarding relevant legislation, principally in respect of attendance at school. Applicants must be familiar with and understand the requirements of Working Together to Safeguard children and be able to write accurate reports,case notes and maintain files to a high standard. You will be professionally supported through regular supervision. Successful candidates will be required to have a full drivers licence and use of car for work.These posts have essential car user allowance status. Interview date: provisionally 29th/30th July 2009. Please state in supporting information which post you are interested in. Stockport Council - Valuing diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 08 Jul 2009

Advice and Information Officer x2

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:48:00 EST

Salary: �19,427 - �21,306 Have you provided excellent customer service advising the public? If so, you might be one of the people we are looking for to give advice and deal with enquiries about Council services, Stockport Homes and social welfare matters such as benefits, employment rights, money problems, debt and housing. Interview date: 24th July 2009. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 08 Jul 2009

Common Processes Assistant

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:47:00 EST

Salary: �29,714 - �31,439 We are looking for a dynamic and creative individual with excellent presentation and communication skills to cover the post of Common Processes Assistant on a part time basis for nine months. This role is crucial to the ongoing implementation of the Common Assessment Framework and Child in Need process across Stockport, and works extensively on a multi-agency basis to provide consultation, support and packages of training to schools, health colleagues and a wide variety of other services. Links with the new Local Partnerships are also being developed and Common Processes provides the means for frontline staff to work together in an integrated way. In addition the post has an important role in promoting the quality and consistency of the use of the Common Assessment Framework through established quality assurance processes. The successful candidate will demonstrate their experience of multi-agency working especially in respect of the safeguarding of children. They will have a good understanding of quality assurance work, and experience of delivering training. They will be able to work effectively on a multi-agency basis, managing change and using initiative in addressing issues that arise. The post will report to the Common Processes Manager and will on occasion deputise for that post. Good supervision and support will be available, together with the opportunity to develop new skills within the role. This is an excellent secondment opportunity available from September 2009 until May 2010 For an informal discussion about the post please contact Melanie Kenyon or Charlotte Ramsden, at the Safeguarding Children Unit tel. (0161) 474-5656. Interview date: 21st July 2009 Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity Closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday 07 Jul 2009

Social Worker

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:45:00 EST

Salary: �26,784 - �30,546 CYP Disability Partnership Stockport is a forward thinking multi agency service. The Partnership is fully committed to a flexible family support service for Children and Young people with disability (aged 0-18yrs) In this post you will call on your knowledge of current social work theory and practice to carry and manage a varied and complex caseload. You will be a qualified Social Worker with fieldwork experience of children�s social work, and knowledge of disability issues for children and young people. You will help us put into practice recent guidance regarding the Aiming High agenda around short breaks Direct Payments/Individualised budgets, Common Processes and e -Services initiatives via our Care First system. Particular emphasis will be on partnership working in the key areas of multi agency assessment and early intervention; assisting duty rota management and overview; the review of locally based support packages; Transitional and Person Centred Planning; there will also be child protection investigation and court work and some cases will follow the L.A.C. process In return, you will be welcomed into a supportive, sharing team culture with close support and regular supervision. In addition, you can look forward to an essential car user� allowance, and professional progression within this post plus a high degree of training opportunities to support you in this post and your career. For informal enquiries about this post please contact Mr.Jon Carey Team Manager or Mr. Ian Dillon Senior Practitioner on 0161 249 4465. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 06 Jul 2009

Apprentice Revenues and Benefits Officers

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:44:00 EST

Salary: �9,000 - �11,000 Aged 16 - 18 and looking for an alternative to college or university? Why not train as a Revenues and Benefits Officer? We are looking to recruit a number of people on 2 year Apprenticeships to train as a Housing and Council Tax Benefits Assessment Officer or a Revenues Officer. The successful candidates will be capable of fast tracking through an NVQ level 2 in Customer Care within 6 months whilst undergoing training and then will immediately move on to work for the NVQ level 3 in Revenues and Benefits (the apprenticeship framework for this fairly new NVQ is not yet in place but will be by the time you have completed the customer care NVQ) This is a complex and challenging area of work but you will learn how to deal with customers and all aspects of calculating Housing and Council Tax Benefit entitlement or Revenue Collection. Demand for qualified Revenue and Benefit Officers is high and further study beyond level 3 is possible to achieve professional qualifications. - You will need good literacy and numeracy skills - Be happy to work quickly and accurately under pressure to achieve targets - Work well with other members of the team - Have good customer care skills Applications will be dealt with through the Association of Greater Manchester Authorities (AGMA) Shared Services group. Successful candidates are likely to be recruited by the Authority in which they live or with a partner company. Salaries will be dependant on salary scales at the Local Authority where appointment is made with starting salaries in the region of 9K to 11K rising above this with progression through the apprenticeship. Progression through to the second year will depend on assessment. Salaries for qualified Assessment Officers posts start from around �17K. Tests will take place on 31st July and 4th August 2009. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 06 Jul 2009

Team Leader � Tenancy and Estate Management

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:29:00 EST

Salary: �26,784 - �28,353 Stockport Homes is an innovative, modern arms length housing organisation (ALMO), created in October 2005 employing over 370 staff and managing 11,500 properties across the borough of Stockport. We have a 3 star �excellent� rating following an audit commission inspection, which has given us a multi million pound investment programme to invest in our housing stock. This is an exciting opportunity to work for the Estate Management Services which has been praised by the Audit Commission. This post provides an opportunity to manage and lead a small team of Housing Officers responsible for a local tenancy and estate management service. With experience of working within a housing environment you will have a proven track record of dealing with a range of housing issues. You will work effectively with key partners and customers to encourage innovation and ownership in the delivery of effective neighbourhood services in line with recognised good practice and customer needs and expectations. The successful candidate will be self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organisational skills, with proven experience of bringing about sustainable performance improvements Interview date: 30th July 2009. All posts offer attractive conditions of service and a range of employee benefits including a commitment to personal development, flexible working hours and a final salary occupational pension scheme. Further details and an application form are available from: Human Resources, Stockport Homes, 1 St Peter�s Square, Stockport, SK1 1NZ. Tel: 0161 474 2727 or email: recruitment@stockporthomes.org Details can also be found at www.stockporthomes.org/workingforus Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 10 Jul 2009

Finance Assistant

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:04:00 EST

Salary: �15,570 - �16,663 Scale: Scale 3 Job Type: Full Time / Permanent Stockport Homes is an innovative, modern arms length housing organisation (ALMO), created in October 2005 employing over 370 staff and managing 11,500 properties across the borough of Stockport. We have a 3 star �excellent� rating following an audit commission inspection, which has given us a multi million pound investment programme to invest in our housing stock. Reporting to the Financial Accountant, the main responsibilities of the post include processing debtor invoices, supplier invoices and credit notes to the company�s financial system accurately and in a timely manner. Responsibilities also include regular reconciliations of supplier statements and issuing petty cash to authorised personnel and to ensure correct tax compliance of all documentation, and acting as the first point of contact for both internal and external suppliers and customers. The successful candidate will be experienced in the above areas, enthusiastic, motivated and have the ability to manage a busy workload in a fast-paced environment. Interview date: 30th July 2009. All posts offer attractive conditions of service and a range of employee benefits including a commitment to personal development, flexible working hours and a final salary occupational pension scheme. Further details and an application form are available from: Human Resources, Stockport Homes, 1 St Peter�s Square, Stockport, SK1 1NZ. Tel: 0161 474 2727, or email: recruitment@stockporthomes.org Details can also be found at www.stockporthomes.org/workingforus Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 09 Jul 2009

Litigation Solicitor

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:03:00 EST

Salary: �30,546 - �38,575 We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and hardworking solicitor to join a busy general litigation team. This post will primarily require you to conduct criminal proceedings and act as an advocate in the Magistrates� Court; however, there will be ample opportunity to become involved in all aspects of local government litigation. You will also be able to provide advice and assistance to the Council and its officers on a wide range of matters, including environmental health, trading standards and benefit fraud matters. Experience in areas of local government law is not essential but would be an advantage. Stockport Council � Valuing Diversity Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 08 Jul 2009

Childcare Solicitor

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:03:00 EST

Salary: �30,456 - �38,575 We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and hardworking solicitor to join a busy Child Care and Adult Services Team. This post will primarily require you to undertake child protection and adoption work. However, the team deals with a varied case load which also includes adult protection, community care and mental health and experience or an interest in developing in this field would be an advantage. Ability to work on own initiative is required and you will be expected to have good advocacy and negotiation skills. Experience in areas of local government law is not essential but would be an advantage. Stockport Council � Valuing Diversity Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 08 Jul 2009

Quality Assurance Officer

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:02:00 EST

Salary: �22,001 - �23,473 Stockport Homes is an innovative, modern arms length housing organisation (ALMO), created in October 2005 employing over 370 staff and managing 11,500 properties across the borough of Stockport. We have a 3 star �excellent� rating following an audit commission inspection, which has given us a multi million pound investment programme to invest in our housing stock. This diverse and exciting new role requires an enthusiastic, highly motivated and well organised individual. Establishing consistent and effective approaches to policy and strategy development across the organisation is a key element of the job, alongside ensuring the wider government agenda is considered, and where appropriate embedded in organisational practice. Both of these are critical areas that will help determine the ongoing success of the business. You will have the vision to help and advise Managers and staff whilst also ensuring effective project management leads to continuous improvement. The successful postholder will have excellent attention to detail, with the ability to operate quality assurance systems to ensure consistency. You will also need to be a confident presenter with the ability to influence and persuade others to adopt agreed working practices. The remit of the post include responsibility for the coordination of entries for appropriate awards and recognition, including project managing Stockport Homes� submission for the Customer Excellence Award. Interview date: 22nd July 2009. All posts offer attractive conditions of service and a range of employee benefits including a commitment to personal development, flexible working hours and a final salary occupational pension scheme. Further details and an application form are available from: Human Resources, Stockport Homes, 1 St Peter�s Square, Stockport, SK1 1NZ. Tel: 0161 474 2727 or email: recruitment@stockporthomes.org Details can also be found at www.stockporthomes.org/workingforus Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 03 Jul 2009

Guitar Tutor

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:01:00 EST

Salary: �19,057 - �24,453 From September 2009 Stockport Music Service would like to appoint a full or part-time guitar teachers. We are looking to appoint dynamic, inspirational teachers who will be required to teach both small group/individual lessons and work with whole classes (Wider Opportunities) and/or whole school initiatives. The required applicants will have excellent interpersonal and performing skills, as well as being an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher. You must have a passion for widening access to music for all children, have a proven track record of excellence and the ability to motivate young people to achieve their potential. Pay is on the unqualified teachers� pay scale dependent on experience, currently �19,057 - �24,453 pro rata, with additional work in the Music Centre being paid separately. Driving licence required. Interviews to be held: 8th/9th July 2009. Please return applications to: Craig Eastwood Learning and Achievement Offerton School Campus The Fairway Stockport SK2 5DS or email craig.eastwood@stockport.gov.uk Stockport Council - Valuing diversity Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 03 Jul 2009

Anti Social Behaviour Team Leader

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:00:00 EST

Salary: �26,784 - �28,353 Stockport Homes is an innovative, modern arms length housing organisation (ALMO), created in October 2005 employing over 370 staff and managing 11,500 properties across the borough of Stockport. We have a 3 star �excellent� rating following an audit commission inspection, which has given us a multi million pound investment programme to invest in our housing stock. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to lead, manage and motivate a busy specialist team responsible for providing a co-ordinated, timely and effective response to issues of nuisance and ASB. The post holder will also be responsible for all aspects of investigations including interviews, surveillance, and the provision of accurate and thorough reports and witness statements. You will have experience in tackling antisocial behaviour by enforcement within housing or a similar field, as well as experience of multi-agency working. With knowledge of the legislative tools available to social housing providers to tackle ASB, as well an understanding of court procedures and legal processes, you will be able to carry out thorough and systematic investigations to a successful conclusion. You will also need excellent administrative, IT and organisational skills, in order to complete work to tight timescales. Interview date: 14th & 15th July 2009. All posts offer attractive conditions of service and a range of employee benefits including a commitment to personal development, flexible working hours and a final salary occupational pension scheme. Further details and an application form are available from: Human Resources, Stockport Homes, 1 St Peter�s Square, Stockport, SK1 1NZ. Tel: 0161 474 2727, or email: recruitment@stockporthomes.org Details can also be found at www.stockporthomes.org/workingforus Applications should be returned to Stockport Homes. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 03 Jul 2009

Sessional Creche Workers

Tue, 19 May 2009 06:02:00 EST

Salary: �6.37 - �6.37 Scale: SCP 6 Job Type: Part Time / Casual Additional Terms & Special Conditions: �6.37 per hour. Grade subject to job evaluation. Sessional work, term-time only. Stockport Continuing Education Service provides courses for adults, young people, families and communities across the borough of Stockport. Where possible we offer cr�che provision to support the childcare needs of learners who attend our courses. We are looking to recruit additional cr�che workers to supplement our highly effective team. You will need to be flexible and enjoy working with children aged 5 and under. You will be expected to work well with our team, respect diversity (including culture, race and disability) and promote equality. In return we will offer you the opportunity to develop your skills within a well respected, motivated team. Successful candidates will be required to undertake a play/childcare qualification on commencement of employment. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity Please note that this is a rolling recruitment and therefore does not have a closing date.

Casual Admin Bureau Staff

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:18:00 EST

Salary: �7.41 - �7.41 The hourly rate for Casual Admin Bureau Staff is �7.41 for ages 21 and over, which includes holiday entitlement. We are seeking new recruits, particularly people who are experienced administrators and have a good understanding of Microsoft packages. Please note a Criminal Records Bureau check will be carried out, though this is not essential for casual work. In order to apply please contact Beverley Birkett or Rosanna Hardy:Bureau Services, Stopford House, Stockport, SK1 3XE. Tel: 0161 474 3024/3044 or by Minicom on 0161 474 3350. As these positions are part of our ongoing recruitment process, there is as such no closing date. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity.

Childrens Playworker

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:02:00 EST

Salary: �11,961 - �11,961 The Play Development Team are currently recruiting playworkers to work in a variety of venues throughout Stockport. You could be working at either of our registered playschemes in Edgeley or Brinnington, on our open access playscheme programme which takes place at a different location each week of the summer holidays, or out and about in Stockport�s parks and open spaces. Where ever you work successful applicants will be expected to deliver appropriate play activities to a diverse range of children. So are you enthusiastic, out going and child friendly? Can you work together with children to provide quality play opportunities? Are you able to communicate sensitively with children and ensure their participation and enjoyment in play? This is an opportunity to work in a team that is committed to children and their right to play. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 31 Dec 2009

Cultural Talks Speaker

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 06:27:00 EST

Salary: �20 - �20 Scale: �20.00 per hour Job Type: Part Time / Casual The Ethnic Diversity Service provides cultural talks in schools to help foster a culture of mutual respect for people from different racial groups. We are looking for people from different cultural backgrounds and faiths to deliver talks in schools on a casual basis. Ideally candidates will have attended the Cultural Talk Course offered by the Ethnic Diversity Service. (If you are interested and would like to know more about the course, please contact Methawee Jarvis, Cultural Talks Organiser, on 0161-477 9000 or e-mail. methawee.jarvis@stockport.gov.uk). Successful candidates will have excellent presentation skills and experience working, paid or unpaid, in schools and with children. If you would like to apply to become a Cultural Talks speaker, then please complete application form. If you have any questions or need more details of the post, please contact the Ethnic Diversity Service on 0161-477 9000 or email eds.admin@stockport.gov.uk Stockport Council � Valuing diversity. *Please note that this is a rolling recruitment and therefore does not have a closing date.

Senior Highway Design Engineer

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:48:00 EST

Salary: �30,456 - �35,848 In the Highway Design Section we have an extensive programme of infrastructure design schemes ranging from minor works through to integrated transport corridors, regeneration and major highway schemes. In the Structures Section we are responsible for over 700 highway structures with an asset value in excess of � 250 million. Our focus is on the provision of a comprehensive, high quality design and maintenance service. We�re looking for a self-motivated professional to manage and undertake the design and implementation of a variety of major and minor highway schemes. A chartered or incorporated member of the Institution of Civil Engineers, you�ll have experience related to highway design and construction, preferably in a local authority environment. For an informal discussion, please contact Martin Rigby on 0161 474 4832. This post is part of our ongoing recruitment and as such there is no closing date. There may be a delay in your application being processed; therefore it may be several weeks before you receive a letter informing you of the outcome of your application. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 31 Jul 2009

Casual Interpreters

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 03:53:00 EST

Salary: �12-�18/hour The Ethnic Diversity provides interpreters for clients in Stockport and the surrounding areas. We are looking to increase our list of casual interpreters to broaden the range of languages that we offer. Ideally candidates need to have an accredited interpreting qualification at level 3 or above. However, in the case of languages where the service has a shortage, a level 2 accredited interpreting qualification may be acceptable. Please note that the Ethnic Diversity Service runs a level 3 interpreting training course � for more details go to the Ethnic Diversity Service website. If you would like to discuss the opportunity in more detail, please contact Kate Richards or Rizwana Choudry on 0161 477 9000 or e-mail eds.admin@stockport.gov.uk Stockport Council � Valuing Diversity. * Please note that this is a rolling recruitment and therefore does not have a closing date.

Sessional Tutors - Safeguarding

Wed, 21 May 2008 10:56:00 EST

Stockport Continuing Education Service provides courses for adults, young people, families and communities across the borough of Stockport. We are currently looking to update our list of sessional tutors to offer new courses and to meet the demand for existing ones. We are looking to recruit qualified & experienced tutors to deliver safeguarding training to the Councils workforce. Individuals must be available to teach in both the daytime and the evening. Tutors will be expected to deliver training in safeguarding to promote the welfare of children and that creates an ethos which values working collaboratively with others, respects diversity (including culture, race and disability), promotes equality, is child-centred and promotes the participation of children and families. In return we can offer opportunities for individuals to develop their own teaching skills within a well established team. Salary: �16.38 - �21.49 Scale: FE 1-6 * Please note that this is a rolling recruitment and therefore does not have a closing date.

Sessional Tutor: Childcare, Education & Playwork

Wed, 21 May 2008 10:55:00 EST

Childcare, Playwork and education.

Successful candidates will be available to teach primarily during the daytime and occasionally during evenings, and will be prepared to deliver courses to learners aged 14 and above at a variety of community venues. Tutors will be expected to deliver training whilst demonstrating the value of working collaboratively, respecting diversity (including culture, race and disability) and promoting equality. In return we can offer opportunities for individuals to develop their own teaching skills within a well established team. Salary: �16.38 - �21.49 Scale: FE 1-6 * Please note that this is a rolling recruitment and therefore does not have a closing date.

Sessional Assessors - Playworker and Education

Wed, 21 May 2008 10:54:00 EST

Playwork and education.

Successful candidates will be available to Assess during the daytime and occasionally during evenings. Assessors will be expected to demonstrate the value of working collaboratively, respecting diversity (including culture, race and disability) and promoting equality. In return we can offer opportunities for individuals to develop their own teaching skills within a well established team. Salary: �10.74 - �10.74 Scale: �10.74 per hour * Please note that this is a rolling recruitment and therefore does not have a closing date.

Sessional Assessors*

Wed, 21 May 2008 10:52:00 EST

Stockport Continuing Education Service provides community learning, and vocational skills training for young people and adults in a range of areas including Childcare, ITQ, Horticulture, Hospitality, Customer Service and Leadership and Management. The Service provides access programmes for learners who require additional support to enter employment and/or training, (Entry to Employment). In addition the Service works across a range of Service Providers within the Council to support the workforce development Strategy. The main purpose of the post is to support the Curriculum Manager � Skills in the delivery and development of our Customer Service and Leadership and Management awards. The successful candidate will have a track record in working within a leadership and management role in a customer focused organisation. The candidate will need to be highly motivated and demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills. It is essential that they hold training and assessor qualification at level 3 and can demonstrate recent and relevant experience of delivering Customer Service and Leadership and Management Awards. Candidates can contact Jean Seaborn for further information on 0161 480 5503 or mobile: 078919 49014. Salary: �10.74 - �10.74 Scale: �10.74 per hour Please note that this is a rolling recruitment and therefore does not have a closing date.

Landscape Project Officer

Tue, 06 May 2008 09:23:00 EST

�Do you want to make a real difference and see your ideas through to fruition?� There is an opportunity within the Landscape Design & Development Team in Stockport�s award winning Parks and Recreation Department for a competent landscape professional who will take schemes from initial design inception to completion on site, offering real potential for job and customer satisfaction. There is a varied workload within a borough benefiting from both urban and rural environments, including parks and open spaces, playgrounds, schools, public buildings, and sports, heritage and arts projects. You will be working closely with clients, local communities, council officers and agencies. You will also be asked to comment on landscape related development control matters and to prepare bids for external grant funding. You must be competent in the use of Autocad 2002/2004 with good design, technical and project management skills, together with contract experience and the ability to work under your own initiative. The ideal candidate will be part 4 qualified or Part 3 with relevant experience and a desire to reach part 4. A full clean driving licence is required. We are looking for a highly motivated, positive and co-operative person, to share the benefits of working in a friendly office with flexitime working arrangements. Further salary progression up to �29,727 is subject to continuous exceptional performance. Stockport Council - Valuing Diversity Salary: �21,411 - �27,594 Please note this is part of our rolling recruitment, therefore there is no closing date as such.

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