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We&rsquo;re committed to making a real difference to the quality of life for local people, making the home environment cleaner, safer and more modern. Large-scale investment programmes are changing the face of the borough, and we&rsquo;re working to ensure that this creates a fairer future for all in Southwark.
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We&rsquo;re continually looking to support the growth of talent and to develop our workforce. So our employees are given the support, knowledge and opportunities they need to develop and deliver results that really improve the quality of life for our citizens.

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The role Are you passionate about making a real difference in your community? Do you want hands-on experience in creating a fair and thriving local economy? Southwark Council’s Planning and Growth department is seeking a Local Economy Intern for an 8-week internship within our Local Economy Team. The Role: As a Local Economy Intern, you’ll support key initiatives and gain invaluable experience in economic development; your day could include: Supporting aspiring entrepreneurs: Help residents take the first step in starting their businesses by providing referrals, advice, and guidance. Researching the needs of local businesses: Focus on sustainability and climate change to ensure our entrepreneurs are prepared for the future. Engaging with the small business community: Build meaningful relationships with Southwark’s diverse business owners. Contributing to decision-making processes: Learn how local government works and assist in preparing reports and briefings for local politicians. What You’ll Gain: Real-world experience in local government and economic development. The opportunity to make a positive impact on the local community. Insight into sustainability and entrepreneurship. Networking opportunities with Southwark’s business leaders and policymakers. Build connections with Southwark’s dynamic small business community. Play a role in shaping Southwark’s 2030 vision of a strong and fair economy. We’re looking for someone who is: Enthusiastic about supporting local businesses and communities. Curious about sustainability and climate-conscious entrepreneurship. A great communicator and eager to connect with people. Interested in learning how local government operates. Applicants must be a Southwark resident and be aged 16 – 24. This role offers flexible home working blended with travel into our London Bridge office 3 days a week. Additional salary details About Southwark There’s much to be proud of at Southwark, and every reason to be ambitious about the future. Our recently agreed 2030 Strategy unites partners around a vision that together, we will build a fair, green, and safe Southwark, where everyone can live a good life as part of a strong community. We believe the key to a good life starts with strong foundations: quality homes, excellent education, safety, rewarding jobs, good health, and a thriving environment. To achieve this, we focus on six core goals: providing decent homes for all, giving every child a good start in life, creating a safer Southwark, building a strong a fair economy, supporting residents to stay well, and ensuring a healthy environment. These goals are driven by three guiding principles: empowering people, investing in prevention, and tackling inequality at every level. To deliver our shared vision, we will need to unleash the collective talents of residents, communities, organisations, and businesses for the good of everyone who calls Southwark home. We’re committed to long-term partnerships and innovation, ensuring that the voice of our resident’s shapes everything we do. Benefits and more information Working for Southwark Council – Southwark Salary: 28,881 Recruitment timetable Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 9th of May 2025 Interview Date: TBC Anticipated work period: 7th of July to the 1st of September 2025 Application Process If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit a CV and complete the application forms detailing your suitability for the role. The Job Description and Person Specification can also be found at the bottom of this page under attachments. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Attachments Job Description &amp; Person Specification

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The role Do you want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of babies and their families? Can you bring your clinical skills to support early development and nurture strong parent-infant bonds? Are you excited by the idea of working in a creative, community-focused team? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Clinical Service is looking for passionate and dedicated Start for Life Clinical Officer to join our amazing team and help make a difference today! About the Role: This is an exciting opportunity to support Southwark’s integrated Family Hub model and Start for Life programme. As a Start for Life Clinical Officer , you will deliver high-quality assessment, advice, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to infants (0–2 years old) and their parents with mild to moderate needs. You will work within a systemic framework, embedded across Family Hubs, Children and Family Centres, and Early Help services. Your work will include both 1:1 and group interventions focused on supporting parent-infant mental health and relationships. You'll also have access to specialist training opportunities, such as Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) and Triple P. This is a fixed-term role until March 2026, but we’re committed to securing long-term funding to continue the project. About You: We’re looking for someone who: Holds a relevant mental health qualification. Has experience and passion for working with infants (0–2) and their families. Is skilled in engaging families who may face barriers to accessing services. Has strong knowledge of child development, parenting practices, and parent-infant mental health. Is experienced in delivering therapeutic interventions with both adults and parent-infant dyads. Understands the challenges faced by families in diverse urban communities. Is ready to begin as soon as possible to support the success of the programme. About the Team: You’ll be part of a collaborative and community-rooted team working across Southwark’s Family Hubs. We share a strong commitment to early intervention, inclusive support, and creating positive, lasting change for families. Our team values professional development, innovation, and building trusting relationships with the families we serve. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Julia Tropiano at .uk. Additional Information: This is a fixed-term post until March 2026 , however, we are invested in seeking long term funding for the project Enhanced DBS required Benefits and more information: In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits.&nbsp;You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough.&nbsp;For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our&nbsp; Staff Benefits &nbsp;page. Recruitment timetable Advert close date: 11:59pm on 12th May 2025 Interview date/s: w/c 26th May 2025 The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: •&nbsp; Members of the Armed Forces and veterans •&nbsp; Are currently in care, or have previously been in care •&nbsp; If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our&nbsp; Southwark Stands Together programme . We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Attachments Start for Life Clinical Officer_JD.docx

Start for Life Clinical Officer

About Southwark: We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.? Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark? Does the sound of leading a team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families appeal to you? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! We are looking to recruit a Team Manager for our Parenting Assessment Team to play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. Come and join us at Southwark and be part of a team dedicated to making a lasting, positive impact on the lives of children and families. About Us: Our Parenting Assessment Team is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change. Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”. About the Team: You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families and ensure the delivery of a high quality, comprehensive, integrated, systemically informed social work service within Southwark’s Practice Framework. About the Role: As the Team Manager, you will provide leadership, management and professional guidance to your team. You will promote excellent social work practice, ensuring timely assessments, purposeful interventions and effective safeguarding measures. Through one to one and group supervisions, you will challenge and motivate your team to deliver outstanding assessments and interventions that are critically reflective, analytical and evidence based, utilising relevant social work tools, knowledge and theory. To be considered for an interview, your application will clearly evidence the following: Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification Extensive knowledge of childcare legislation, statutory guidance, and child development Proven experience in professional leadership, driving practice improvements, and preparing formal reports Ability to critically reflect and analyse information obtained during the assessment in order to make objective and evidenced recommendations. Strong analytical and decision-making skills to evaluate complex information. Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and addressing inequality. Ability to provide high-quality, emotionally intelligent supervision and support staff This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level. In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive: A competitive base salary Strong supportive senior management team Regular one to one supervision Professional development &amp; training opportunities Clear career development pathways Agile and flexible working arrangements Local Government Pension Scheme Season ticket and cycle loans Annual Leave starting at 28 days per year, increasing to 33 Wellbeing programme Options to join our HSF Health plan and eye care schemes EAP employee assistance programme, confidential counselling and support Social clubs and staff groups Benefits and more information: In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Staff Benefits page. If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Irene Wamugi via email at&nbsp;.uk How we can support you: We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families. We also have Practice Group Coordinators offering administrative support, including providing training on our database. Closing date:&nbsp; 05/05/2025 Interview date: Week commencing 19/05/2025&nbsp; Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: •&nbsp; Members of the Armed Forces and veterans •&nbsp; Are currently in care, or have previously been in care •&nbsp; If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our&nbsp; Southwark Stands Together programme . We part

Parenting Assessment Team Manager

The role Are you an experienced administrator ready to lead a team and drive high-quality support in an educational setting? Do you want to create positive outcomes for children and families through compassion, organisation, and inclusive practices? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Summerhouse Behaviour Support Service is looking for passionate and dedicated Senior Admin Officer to join our amazing team and help make a difference today! About the Role: As the Senior Admin Officer , you will lead and manage all administrative operations within the Summerhouse Behaviour Support Service. You will play a vital role in supporting our inclusive, trauma-informed provision by ensuring high-quality financial, data, and administrative systems. You will also work closely with the Headteacher and senior team to provide key insights and manage resources effectively, allowing staff to focus on making a real difference for children and their families. About You: We’re looking for someone with a strong background in administration and a genuine passion for supporting children’s services. To succeed in this role, you’ll bring: GCSEs in English and Maths and/or NVQ Level 3 in Administration or equivalent Proven experience in office management, financial administration, and customer-focused service Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and experience with school MIS (e.g., ScholarPack or Arbor) A sound understanding of GDPR, safeguarding, and financial compliance Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills A collaborative, compassionate approach aligned with our trauma-informed values About the Team: The Summerhouse Behaviour Support Service is a specialist education setting committed to nurturing children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our team is inclusive, dedicated, and passionate about supporting pupils to succeed. We work closely together, offering opportunities for growth, development, and creativity in our roles. We are proud of our supportive and welcoming culture. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Maureen Thomas at .uk. Additional Information: This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level. Occasional out-of-hours work may be required Benefits and more information: In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits.&nbsp;You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough.&nbsp;For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our&nbsp; Staff Benefits &nbsp;page. Recruitment timetable Advert close date: 11:59pm on 6th May 2025 Interview date/s: 15th May 2025 The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: • Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme . We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Attachments Senior Admin Officer Job Description