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Role: Practice Manager Department: Youth Partnership Service Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Practice manager on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children Families & Education department. Main purpose of position: Effective management of the day to day operations and service delivery of the Youth Partnership Service in Luton to achieve best outcomes for children, young people,families and victims and protect the public from serious harm. Offer supervision and support to staff based within the Service and ensure the work of Service is carried out in accordance with legal requirements, local policies, national standards and best professional practice. As a Practice manager you will be responsible to: • Effectively manage the day to day operations and delivery services in Lutonto achieve best outcomes for children, young people, families and victims and protect the public from serious harm., • Provide caseload management and individual practice support to staff acrossthe service in line with professional standards to ensure effective management oversight of high risk cases is in place with regard to risk of serious harm and vulnerability., • Lead in the provision of specific areas of quality practice within the service.Under the direction of the Deputy Head of Service, participate in thedevelopment of strategic objectives., • Recruit, manage, provide professional supervision and appraisal, motivateand develop staff from a wide range of agencies taking account of varying employment policies and procedures, legislation, government requirements and best practice. Skills and Experience • In-depth experience in a settingrelated to working with young people in the statutory arena including experience overseeing operational performance., • Substantial experience ofcomplex decision making within children/youth services arena with the ability to analyse informatio., • Proven problem solving skills -the ability to identify causes, make objective and informed judgements that demonstrates emotional resilience and, • Proven ability to workeffectively to ensure delivery of a multi-agency team or teams within a children's social care service to deliver outcomes for children and young people. Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for Disclosure and Barring Service checks to be undertaken. Therefore, it is essential in making your application you disclose whether you have any convictions, bind overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exemptions) (Amendments) Order 1986. Therefore, applications are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are 'spent' under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being take-up, any failure to disclose such convictions will results in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. The fact that a bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment. About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Role: Practice Manager Department: Youth Partnership Service Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Practice manager on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children Families & Education department. Main purpose of position: Effective management of the day to day operations and service delivery of the Youth Partnership Service in Luton to achieve best outcomes for children, young people,families and victims and protect the public from serious harm. Offer supervision and support to staff based within the Service and ensure the work of Service is carried out in accordance with legal requirements, local policies, national standards and best professional practice. As a Practice manager you will be responsible to: • Effectively manage the day to day operations and delivery services in Lutonto achieve best outcomes for children, young people, families and victims and protect the public from serious harm., • Provide caseload management and individual practice support to staff acrossthe service in line with professional standards to ensure effective management oversight of high risk cases is in place with regard to risk of serious harm and vulnerability., • Lead in the provision of specific areas of quality practice within the service.Under the direction of the Deputy Head of Service, participate in thedevelopment of strategic objectives., • Recruit, manage, provide professional supervision and appraisal, motivateand develop staff from a wide range of agencies taking account of varying employment policies and procedures, legislation, government requirements and best practice. Skills and Experience • In-depth experience in a settingrelated to working with young people in the statutory arena including experience overseeing operational performance., • Substantial experience ofcomplex decision making within children/youth services arena with the ability to analyse informatio., • Proven problem solving skills -the ability to identify causes, make objective and informed judgements that demonstrates emotional resilience and, • Proven ability to workeffectively to ensure delivery of a multi-agency team or teams within a children's social care service to deliver outcomes for children and young people. Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for Disclosure and Barring Service checks to be undertaken. Therefore, it is essential in making your application you disclose whether you have any convictions, bind overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exemptions) (Amendments) Order 1986. Therefore, applications are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are 'spent' under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being take-up, any failure to disclose such convictions will results in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. The fact that a bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment. About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

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Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Private Sector Housing Enforcement Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Supervise lower grade officers, inspect dwellings identify unlicensed houses in multiple occupation (HMO's) and undertake enforcement work for private sector housing. You will be responsible to: Supervise, provide specialist advice to and oversee the work of lower grade officers, including 1-2-1s and check-ins providing appropriate training and mentoring. Develop procedures and guidance documents and deputise for Senior staff during periods of absence. Inspect dwellings and houses in multiple occupation in accordance with current legislation including, but not limited to: The Housing Act 2004 Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS), the Decent Homes Standard and HMO Regulations; , taking enforcement action for non-compliance, including complex preparatory work, inspecting and certifying works in default, resolving disputes and undertaking associated technical and financial work including arranging interim and final stage payments. Prepare cases for prosecution and present evidence in court and Residential Property Tribunals. Investigate complex service requests concerning premises and persons, instigate action in accordance with regulation, including consultation with professionals, Departments and Agencies. Attend and represent the Department/Council at a range of Council meetings, working parties, Appeals, Tribunals and County Court Appearances, including engaging the public, public bodies, businesses and other Agencies. As directed and supported by the Team Manager, take the role of Lead Officer on specific projects to improve service delivery.Skills and Experience: In depth experience of working within an Environmental Health (Private Sector Housing) Rogue Landlord role Experience of supervisory management within the relevant service area Able to consult, negotiate, persuade, influence and present to a wide range of professionals and members of the public Able to analyse complex situations eg, inspect and measure premises, evaluate building tenders, compile evidence and witness statements Able to produce written reports incorporating professional recommendations and judgements Able to plan and organise own and others workload to meet deadlines demonstrating effective time management and ability to work within a Team In depth knowledge of Building construction and Building services In depth knowledge of Local Authority enforcement procedures Equivalent in depth relevant experience Registered by the Environmental Health Officers' Registration Board as an EHO, EHP or CEHP and holding degree or diploma in Environmental Health About Us: Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Personal Assistant on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Provide effective secretarial and administrative support to the Senior Management team and undertake specific support tasks as required. You will be responsible to: ·Draft and originate correspondence and reports (including committee reports) on behalf of the Service Director, from rough drafts or following broad guidelines. Exercise personal judgement in ensuring that written communications are accurate, unambiguous and fluent. ·Collect, analyse and interpret statistical and other management information, manipulating and presenting data in a comprehensible format. Operate within guidelines as set by the Service Director. ·Receive and filter incoming telephone calls for the from a wide range of sources including senior management, elected Members, VIPs, other statutory agencies and the general public. ·Exercise judgement in the prioritisation of calls, dealing with matters within own remit and/or referring calls as necessary to ensure continuity. Initiate own calls where necessary exercising tact, discretion and courtesy. ·Utilise a range of IT applications including word-processing, spreadsheets and e-mail. Process work to high standards and strict deadlines. ·Maintain the Senior Management's diaries through prioritisation, allocation and organisation of appointments within a scheduled work programme. Liaise with Members, Officers and external organisations to ensure that all appropriate arrangements are made for meetings, seminars and conferences, organising travel and accommodation as necessary. · Under direction of the Business Improvement Manager - Business Support, provide administrative and organisational support to ad-hoc and on-going projects and other defined tasks. Skills and Experience: Effective and credible communicator, able to deal with a wide-range of people in a courteous but assertive manner Able to produce clear, accurate unambiguous understandable and grammatically correct documents Competent in use of word-processing/spreadsheets/E-Mail packages Work closely to organisational priorities and deadlines - able to progress and facilitate matters Able to work on own initiative, make informed judgement without frequent recourse to management Ability quickly to learn, understand and apply the intricacies of operation of the functions within the directorate NVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience Able to travel around the borough to attend meetings or events Able to adjust working hours to meet the demand of the serviceAbout Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates