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Children's Social Workers - Family Help Service Up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience) + additional benefits Permanent Full Time (36 Hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Good' Roehampton, Battersea and Tooting Teams Additional benefits: £5,000 welcome bonus and £1,000 retention bonus (every 2 years of service - for permanent staff only) Payment of Social Work England registration fee Plus more - view our Children's Services offer here . Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to change lives and shape futures? Join a team where your creativity, compassion and confidence are not only valued - they are essential. Every day in Wandsworth, Social Workers are helping families write new chapters in their lives.Through a family-led approach, we empower children and their families to overcome challenges, build resilience and thrive. As more families reach out forsupport and transformation, our service is growing - and so is our team.We are expanding to welcome motivated Social Workers who are ready to bring their heart, skill and vision to a place where their work truly matters. If you are driven by purpose and want to be part of a service that puts relationships at the heart of everything, we want to hear from you. About the Role In our newly formed Family Help Service, you will find more than just a job - you will find a place where your voice matters, your ideas are welcomed, and your impact is visible.This is your opportunity to walk alongside families through their most difficult moments and help them find strength, hope and solutions. You will work in a modern, collaborative environment with a stable, friendly team and strong, visible leadership.You will be part of a small, skilled team where supervision is regular, caseloads are manageable and your time with children and families is protected and purposeful. Our onboarding and induction are quick and efficient, ensuring youfeel supported from day one. Our Approach We believe in the power of relationships. Our Family Help model is rooted in systemic practice and built ontrust, consistency and co-production.You will work with families to create plans that reflect their voices and values - whether under Child in Need, Child Protection or care proceedings. You won't be working alone.You will be part of a multi-agency team that includes Children's Practitioners, Adult Mental Health Practitioners, Substance Misuse and Domestic Abuse Specialists and in-house Family Therapy and Social Care CAMHS teams.Together, we create a wraparound network ofsupport that helps families staytogether safely. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with your ASYE completed. Confident in your knowledge and practice, with experience across voluntary and statutory settings. A natural collaborator and communicator who brings compassion, creativity and clarity to your work. Achampion for children and families, with a belief in their potential and acommitment to their rights. How We Support You: You will be part of a small team of five Social Workers with manageable caseloads. Dedicated businesssupport staff work alongside you to reduce admin and free up your time. You will have opportunities tolead, influence and innovate through working groups and service development. Our training offer is second to none: Systemic Psychotherapy (Levels 1, 2 and 3), Practice Educator training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, Leadership Development and much more. We offer clear career progression through our panel for Senior Social Worker and Advanced Practitioner roles, plus ASYE, Step Up and Apprenticeship pathways. Excellent transport links and a vibrant,supportive working culture. If you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families and want to do it in a place that values your passion, your practice and your purpose - apply now. Wandsworth is where your next chapter begins. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: Roehampton Team: Ella Brow n , Service Manager - Battersea Team: Stephen O'Reilly, Service Manager - Tooting Team: Veronica Leigh, Service Manager - Closing date: 13 May 2026. Please note, applications are reviewed on a daily basis and interviews are scheduled regularly. We may close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are alsocommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. The welcome bonus is paid in two instalments: the first £2,500 after 6 months on successful completion of your probation period and the second £2,500 after 12 months of employment.

Senior Social Worker PO4 - £46,206 - £55,992 Permanent Full Time Civic Centre, Twickenham Objective of role Would you like to join a dynamic social work service, at the forefront of integrated collaborative working across Health and Social Care in Hospital Discharge Social Work? Richmond and Wandsworth Adult Social Care & Public Health Department have strong social work values. "Delivering the best for residents" is our vision for change in Adult Social Care across Richmond and Wandsworth Councils in South-West London. Above all, we value promoting wellbeing and supporting residents to remain active in their communities and to retain their independence for as long as possible. About the role We are seeking a Senior Social Worker to join RRRT SW (Richmond Response & Rehabilitation Team Social Work team) This is a great secondment opportunity for experienced Social Workers seeking to progress in their career and Senior Social Workers who want to advance their knowledge and skills into the future of Adult Health and Social Care. A keen interest in joint working with our Health colleagues is essential. Our team is high performing, committed to integrated work and delivering the right care, in the right place at the right time.Our service supports the safe and timely discharge of our residents from several hospital sites, working closely with our community Health and Hospital Trust partners. Our Senior Social Workers are at the forefront of maintaining high quality practice in professional social care and support the team to maintain these standards.You need clear verbal and written communication, with an ability to implement our standards and to represent Adult Social Care. Senior Social Workers support the management of the team to deliver a person-centred, cost effective service, that values and promotes the independence and well-being of our residents after leaving hospital. The role includes managing Duty, formal supervision, co-ordination of referrals, oversight and clear decision making, budget management and attending hospital discharge planning meetings. You will be a safeguarding adults manager (SAM) or willing to train as part of this role. You will work a 36-hour week. This role will include occasional pay-enhanced weekend work if required. You will be required too: Provide professional leadership, including supervision of practitioners, allocation of work, duty and referral triage, and deputising for the Assistant Service Manager Maintain oversight of safeguarding concerns, Care Act and Mental Capacity Assessments, applying professional standards and Social Work England requirements Authorise support plans and funding, ensuring robust budget scrutiny and value for money Quality assure practice through case audits, SAM oversight and continuous improvement of service delivery Work in partnership with health and community colleagues, including supporting timely hospital discharge Lead and contribute to projects, service developments and continued professional development, promoting best practice across the team Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience A 'can do' attitude to work and a positive, motivational approach to your team Seeking best value for money and effective outcomes Ensuring our residents receive the highest standards of service Hold a team approach that values collaboration and partnership working Understand relevant legislation, national guidance and frameworks and how to implement them Have knowledge and experience in safeguarding adults Have excellent communication and time management skills Understand how to implement a strength based approach The Adult Social Care and Public Health Directorate is committed to providing Continuing Professional Development and ensuring that our practice is forward thinking, dynamic and works within the principles of Strengths Based Practice.We will offer the successful candidate supportive, regular supervision, training and the opportunity to develop their career within a team that works towards positive outcomes. We are committed to the development of our staff, and our Adult Social Care Academy offers a range of professional development opportunities for staff in Adult Social Care and Public Health. Closing Date: 17th May 2026 Shortlisting Date: 18th May 2026 Interview Date: TBC We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received.Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Assistant Service Manager £48,873 - £59,220 Permanent Full Time 36 hours Wandsworth Council Objective of role An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Service Manager to join our fast paced, dynamic, and evolving Community Advice and Support team (CAST) based in Wandsworth. CAST is a part of the front door service that aims to shift away from process-led intervention to a more dynamic-based practice model which places our clients at the very centre of all that we do. CAST also carry out the Safeguarding Adults screening function for concerns raised into adult social care. As the Assistant Service Manager, you will lead and supervise practitioners oversee service workflows, quality assurance and continuous improvement, while promoting a positive team culture and maintaining high professional standards. You will also ensure statutory duties-such as safeguarding, assessment, prevention and the provision of information and advice-are met, helping the service deliver safe, accountable and strengths based adult social care. About the role You will be required to: Provide daily professional supervision, direction, and leadership to Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Sensory Workers, Social Care Assessors and Social Care Advisors. You will oversee incoming work to the service, supporting prioritisation, risk management and timely responses. You will maintain oversight of case throughput, quality assurance processes and reporting requirements. You will act as a Safeguarding Adults Manager (SAM), chairing meetings where required and ensuring safeguarding duties are met. You will ensure the service operates in line with the Care Act 2014 and other statutory frameworks, including assessment, eligibility, care planning and review. You will work collaboratively with Locality and Specialist Teams, community health colleagues, voluntary sector partners and other agencies to promote joined up support for adults and carers. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: A recognised professional qualification in Social Work, Occupational Therapy or other relevant Social Care profession, with registration to the appropriate professional body. Significant post qualification experience in a statutory social care or health setting working with adults. Experience supervising and managing staff including providing professional supervision and supporting day to day service operations. Strong understanding of adult safeguarding policy and the ability to act as a Safeguarding Adults Manager in accordance with Pan London procedures. Ability to use IT systems effectively to manage your own workload and support the oversight of team performance, including interpreting performance and financial data. Highly effective communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to adults, carers, other professionals and the wider public. Closing Date: Monday 1st June 2026 Shortlisting Date: Week commencing Monday 1st June 2026 Interview Date: Week commencing 15th or 22nd June 2026 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. To apply please upload your CV and complete a supporting statement detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact: Kathryn Harrington, Service Manager on Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Community Ambassador Project Officer SO1 £ 35,391 - £42,888 Fixed term - one year Full time Twickenham Civic Centre Other essential information: Most of the responsibilities associated with this role will be carried out in the community. Objective of role This is an exciting opportunity to join Richmond Council's Community Engagement Team and play a central role in shaping how residents across the London Borough of Richmond have their voices heard and acted upon. As Community Ambassador Project Officer, you will lead and develop the unique and high-profile Richmond Community Ambassador Programme, working closely with a dedicated group of volunteers who live in social housing across the borough to influence decisions, improve standards in their neighbourhoods, and build strong relationships between residents, Housing Associations, and the Council. In this role, you will: Support residents to represent their communities with confidence Deliver real, visible improvements that matter to local people Support the Council's ambition to be open, inclusive, and community-led About the role No two days in this role are the same.You'll work at the heart of the community, supporting a network of passionate volunteer Community Ambassadors and bringing together residents, housing associations, councillors and council teams. You'll be: Supporting and coordinating Community Ambassadors, acting as their main point of contact Recruiting, onboarding and training new volunteers Arranging estate inspections and helping to follow up on repairs and improvements Organising forums, workshops and partnership meetings Working closely with housing providers to resolve issues and share learning Getting out into the community to promote the programme and reach new voices Tracking impact and outcomes, and sharing success stories Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, skills, and experience to apply - what matters most is your ability to connect with people and make things happen. You'll need: Experience of community engagement, resident involvement or customer focused work Confidence working with a range of stakeholders including residents and partner organisations An understanding of social housing and the issues affecting tenants Experience of, or interest in, working within local government or the public sector Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain issues clearly and sensitively Excellent organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities A proactive, solutions focused mindset and a commitment to equality and inclusion Good IT skills, including using databases and digital tools Secondment All internal applicants for this secondment must seek permission from their current line manager before applying. Failure to do so may result in the secondment not being authorised. Closing Date: 17th May 2026. Shortlisting Date: 18th May 2026. Interview Date: W/C 25th May 2026. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Agile Projects & Change Lead Grade: MG1£57,171 - £72,186 (full-time equivalent) Contract: Permanent Hours: Part time - 28 hours per week Location: Hybrid working across Richmond and Wandsworth Are you ready to lead change at the heart of Culture & Leisure services? We're looking for an Agile Projects & Change Lead to play a pivotal role in turning strategy into action across Richmond and Wandsworth Councils. This is a senior, high impact role at the centre of a directorate that delivers services shaping residents' health, wellbeing, culture and community life every day. This role is about driving transformation, embedding new ways of working, and supporting senior leaders to deliver meaningful, sustainable change in a complex political and operational environment. Objective of the Role The role is responsible for leading critical change and transformation projects that translate strategic priorities into effective delivery across Culture & Leisure Services. It ensures the directorate meets its strategic and statutory responsibilities by driving innovation, embracing technology, and maintaining best practice standards. Working closely with senior leaders, the role provides high quality analysis, reporting, project management, and leadership support, while building strong partnerships to inspire confidence in service impact. A key focus is championing the needs of residents, communities, and cultural organisations, ensuring their voices shape service improvement. The role also oversees the development of transformation strategies, monitors national and local developments to inform planning, leads inspection and review processes, strengthens workforce capability, and delivers a comprehensive Communities of Practice programme. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Agile Practice and Service Transformation Experience - Significant experience in agile practice, change management and service transformation. Practical Application of Methodologies - Experience applying recognised change and agile methodologies pragmatically. Political Awareness and Professional Conduct - Confidence operating in a political environment with discretion and professionalism. Leadership and Communication Skills - Strong leadership, influencing and communication skills. Analytical and Reporting Expertise - Excellent analytical skills and experience producing high quality reports. Commitment to Equity and Collaboration - A strong commitment to equity, inclusion and collaboration. Working for Richmond & Wandsworth Richmond and Wandsworth Councils share a single workforce through the Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership. Together, we deliver high quality services to diverse communities across two very different boroughs and are committed to continually improving how we do that. You'll be joining an ambitious Culture & Leisure division that values innovation, learning and collaboration, with flexible working and opportunities to make a visible difference. Indicative recruitment timeline: Closing Date: 10th May 2026. Shortlisting Date: W/C 11th May 2026. Interview Date: TBC. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Public Health Programme Support Officer £35,391 - £42,888 Permanent Full time Wandsworth Town Hall; Twickenham Civic Centre Hybrid working Objective of role Are you passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of others? If the answer is yes, this may be the job for you! As a public health team our goal is to improve, promote and protect the health and wellbeing of the residents of Wandsworth and Richmond.Both boroughs have different and dynamic populations, presenting us with a fantastic opportunity to address a wide range of population health challenges. The Programme Support Officer will play an essential role in supporting the functioning of the Children and Young People and Targeted Interventions team through providing project management and administrative support. About the role We are looking for someone with enthusiasm and a passion for helping others to support us to achieve the best health outcomes for the residents of Wandsworth and Richmond. You will have exceptional administrative, and project management skills, as well as an eye for detail. Prior public health or local authority experience is desirable but not essential. The role involves a number of key activities, such as: Providing administrative support to the Consultant in Public Health and Children and Targeted Interventions Team and, to ensure the smooth running of the department. This will include dealing with enquiries and any other activities required within the service. Coordinating a range of administrative functions including diary management, writing agendas, minute taking, information collection and dissemination, coordination of filing systems and management of invoices and potential other finance-related duties. Supporting programmes and projects, including data handling, data filing, team organisation and coordination. You will also need to be confident in financial administration including invoice management. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience The successful applicant will have: A project management qualification or evidence of equivalent experience. Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Be able to communicate effectively and sensitively orally and in writing. Be able to work as part of a team and deal with a wide range of professionals at all levels internally and externally and will be key along with the ability to demonstrate a meticulous eye for detail. Closing Date: 7th May 2026 Shortlisting Date: 11th May 2026 Interview Date: 26th May 27th May 2026 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Job Title: Principal Planning Officer Salary Range: From £48,873-£59,220 Depending on Skills and Experience Permanent, Full Time Wandsworth, UK Objective of role Wandsworth's planning service is busy, forward looking and committed to delivering high quality design, sustainable growth and positive outcomes for local communities and historic built environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Principal planner looking to further develop their career within a high performing inner London authority. An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in the Strategic Development Team in the Planning Service of the Growth & Place Directorate at Wandsworth Borough Council. You will work within this highly regarded team with a variety of high profile planning work in the Battersea Nine Elms Opportunity Area. Ongoing developments include the Battersea Power Station site, the New Covent Garden sites and many other schemes. The Team also covers large-scale sites regeneration projects in the York Road/Winstanley Estate near at Clapham Junction and the Alton Estate in Roehampton. About the role You'll Be: Managing a caseload of complex and controversial planning applications shaping a major reservoir of London's housing needs Leading on pre application discussions and negotiations with applicants and agents Negotiating effectively on schemes, section 106 agreements and Planning Performance Agreements Preparing high quality reports and presenting recommendations to Planning Committee Working closely with internal colleagues, Members, local communities and external stakeholders Contributing to a responsive, customer focused planning service that meets agreed timeframes Representing the Council in planning appeals (although infrequent occurrence) Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience A degree in planning or a related discipline, with RTPI membership or eligibility for full membership Demonstrable experience of managing complex and controversial planning applications Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and public speaking The ability to lead on negotiates effectively and make sound planning judgements under pressure A collaborative approach, with the ability to work positively across teams and disciplines The role would provide an opportunity to make a difference in shaping the environment and place-making in Nine Elms and to advance career development Indicative Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: Monday 11th May (23:59) Shortlisting - W/C 18th May Interviews - TBC We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received.Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Job Title : Senior CIL and S106 Officer Salary Range: £40,737-£55,992 Contract Type: Full time, Permanent Location: Hybrid - Working from home & Wandsworth Town Hall Objective of role Wandsworth and Richmond Councils have an exciting opportunity within the Information and Planning Obligations Team administering CIL and S106. We are recruiting a Senior CIL and S106 Officer to join the team. There is a variety of different types and scale of development in Richmond and Wandsworth, from the iconic Battersea Power Station and the Ram Brewery to small residential extensions.The Senior CIL and S106 Officer works across both Councils, with an extensive CIL and S106 caseload with a focus on administering S106 agreements that relate to development. Developer contributions collected ensure necessary infrastructure to support Local Plan priorities can be delivered, whilst planning obligations ensure site specific mitigation of the impacts of new development for the benefit of residents, businesses and the local community. We are positive and ambitious - When you join us, you'll apply the same approach. About the role You will work on a range of case work from householder applications to high profile developments across both Boroughs, providing comprehensive professional advice to colleagues and Senior Managers, and liaising with developers and residents. You will have responsibility for ensuring the Council complies with legislative requirements in monitoring S106 planning obligations, providing supervision of day to day tasks of the team to ensure delivery of an excellent service.You will ensure the Councils comply with reporting requirements and internal performance management targets, working to agreed and identifiable timescales Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Knowledge - A full knowledge of the Community Infrastructure Levy, update to date knowledge of S106 agreements and CIL Regulations and how they apply to development. Experience- experience administering CIL or S106 agreements, or working in Development Management and supporting colleagues in understanding the applying the CIL legislation. Skills- Proven information and management and numeracy skills, with ability to work on detailed calculations in a high pressure environment. Effective working - The ability to work effectively to meet challenging deadlines and competing and changing priorities. Professionalism - Aprofessional approach, with the ability to communicate complex information to a broad range of customers, internal colleagues and senior managers Software -Advanced knowledge of excel, and the ability to use a wide range of computer software to carryout the role. Indicative Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: 10 May 2026 Shortlisting Date: w/c 11 May 2026 Interview Date :w/c 18 May 2026 Test/Presentation: Yes ( information will be provided ahead of interviews) We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Financial Assessment Officer Salary Range: £30,510 - £45,564 per annum 6 Months - Secondment Richmond and Wandsworth Council An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Assessment Officer to join the Financial Assessment Team within the Adult Social Care and Public Health Department. Residents of Richmond & Wandsworth Borough Councils who are in receipt of Adult Social Care services are financially assessed to determine if they are liable to pay a financial contribution towards the cost of their care. The role of Financial Assessment Officer is to assist service users (or their personal representatives) by completing the financial assessment forms in accordance with council policies and the Care Act 2014 legislation, ensuring they understand the process. This role is 36 hours per week. Please note that there is an expectation to attend the office 2 days per week. About the role You will be responsible for the prompt and accurate calculation of client contributions for Council residents in receipt of adult social care services, ensuring financial regulations and statutory obligations are met. In addition to the calculation of contributions, you will be required to respond to general enquiries from service users and representatives about financial assessments, outstanding invoices and the charging policy by phone, letter and face to face meetings, ensuring that the Councils communication standards are adhered to. You will undertake financial assessments to determine if and how much a person needs to contribute towards the cost of their care and support. You will also administer applications for secured social care loans, known as deferred payment arrangements. You will demonstrate the ability to work independently, process financial information and support vulnerable adults with their care and support needs, throughout the Financial Assessment process. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience You will: have excellent customer service skills be a good communicator possess good numerical skills with attention to detail be able to work as part of a busy team but also independently It is important that you can manage your own caseload of work and be able to work to targets and deadlines. It is desirable that the successful candidate has Adult Social Care Financial Assessment experience and knowledge of the Care Act 2014, thou this is not essential.We would also welcome applications from candidates who have financial assessment experience in similar fields such as Housing Benefits. Indicative Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: 10th May 2026 Shortlisting Date: W/C 11th May 2026 Interview Date: (TBC) We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Useful Information Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Information Support Officer £35,391 - £45,564 Fixed Term Contract - 12 months or Internal Secondment Full Time 36 hours Location: Richmond and Wandsworth Councils Other essential information: You will benefit from flexible working arrangements, with office attendance required twice per week, and will be expected to meet statutory and legislative deadlines. Objective of the Role You will support the Adult Social Care and Public Health directorates by ensuring information requests are handled lawfully, accurately and within statutory timescales.You will act as a first point of contact for Subject Access Requests (SARs) and Freedom of Information Requests (FOIs), MP enquiries and Councillor enquiries. You will help the directorate meet their obligations under information governance legislation while working towards deadlines. You will need to deliver a responsive, professional service to internal and external stakeholders. About the Role You will join a supportive Information team consisting of a Senior Information Support Officer, two Information Support Officers, a Redaction Officer and an Archive Manager.You will deal with requests made by political members or councillors related to adult Social Care and Public Health via our shared inbox. You will work with senior management and key stakeholders. Strong communication and interpersonal skills will be key. This is a 12-month fixed term contract or internal secondment for existing Richmond and Wandsworth Council staff. The role will involve flexible working three times a week. Your responsibilities will include: Acting as a first point of contact for Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, Subject Access Requests (SARs), MP enquiries and Councillor enquiries. Communicating with internal staff to collate information for responses. Liaising with police and external agencies. Logging, tracking and issuing responses within legislative deadlines. Identifying process improvements. Producing performance and compliance reports. Essential Skills and Experience Experience working with DPA 2018 and/or FOI requests Strong administrative skills Excellent communication skills High attention to detail Good IT knowledge including Outlook, SharePoint and Excel Ability to work independently and in a team If you have good administrative skills and are self-motivated to learn with an understanding of data governance, please apply as we can provide training for certain elements. Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: 6 May 2026 Shortlisting Date: 20 May 2026 Interview Date: Week commencing 25 May 2026 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Executive Assistant £38,976 - £47,229 Permanent Full Time Wandsworth, Richmond & Hybrid Objective of role Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are looking for an experienced, highly talented and motivated Executive Assistant to support our Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive, working jointly for our two highly performing London councils. You'll work closely with the Head of the Chief Executive's Office, senior officers, and councillors across the council, and see first-hand how the organisation runs at the highest level. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work across two councils, as part providing professional administrative and operational support. You will manage highly sensitive information and a range of complex administrative and executive support tasks. This is a fast-paced environment, and the successful applicant will be joining the councils at an exciting time. The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly across two locations (Wandsworth Town Hall and Richmond Civic Centre), and due to the nature of the role maintain a high level of office visibility. About the role You will need to be an administrator who is innovative, resourceful, adaptable, enthusiastic, and able to demonstrate a strong commitment to executive administration. You will draw on your knowledge and experience to communicate effectively, demonstrate exceptional organisational skills, and maintain meticulous attention to detail. Your role will involve building relationships across the organisation at all levels and you will need to be proficient in Microsoft Office. Key Responsibilities: To provide inbox and diary management. To provide support to the Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive across a wide range of administrative tasks. To serve as a primary point of contact to all stakeholders on matters pertaining to the office. Carry out all the duties with complete discretion and a high regard for confidentiality. Other responsibilities: Provide reports for the Chief Executive as required. To support and attend meetings, recording key actions and following up on behalf of the Chief Executive. Undertake any other appropriate duties as required to support the service. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Recent experience of working in an administrative/support role following and developing office procedures and managing paper and electronic records; experience of complex diary management. Strong focus on customer care, displaying tact, diplomacy and resilience when dealing with difficult situations and always projecting a confident and professional image. A good understanding of how local government works and the key issues / challenges facing local government. Ability to draft responses using principles of Plain English to complaints, letters, enquiries and requests without having to be instructed on every occasion, using common sense and initiative, thinking ahead ("horizon scan") and anticipating needs and potential problems from the signals given Ability to work both independently and flexibly with limited supervision and to engage well with others Closing Date: 5th October 2025. Shortlisting Date: W/C 6th October 2025. Interview Date: 14th 15th October 2025. For an informal conversation in relation to the role please contact the recrutiment team via We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This campaign is anonymised. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.