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005437 - Temporary Accommodation Placement Officer

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:24:30 Z

Category : Enforcement/Environmental Health - Prof/Enforcement/Environmental Health - Prof
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Placement Officer to join our Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting households experiencing homelessness and helping the Council meet its duties under the Homelessness Reduction Act. As a Placement Officer, you will secure suitable temporary accommodation for eligible households, ensuring placements meet individual needs, property specifications and risk assessments. You will work closely with accommodation providers, landlords and colleagues to deliver a responsive, efficient and cost-effective service. The successful candidate will have strong organisational and communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience in housing, homelessness, temporary accommodation or Housing Benefit administration is desirable. If you are committed to delivering excellent customer service, achieving positive outcomes for residents and making a real difference to households facing housing difficulties, we would love to hear from you. How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Closing Date: 12th October 2026 Interview Date: 22nd October 2026 Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: · a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving) · a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Guaranteed interview schemes Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for. Visa Sponsorship Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Enhanced DBS Post This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If your application is successful you will be required to declare any spent and unspent convictions, adult cautions (simple or conditional) that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

Location : Borough Hall Bedford

005441 - Legal Clerk

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:31:55 Z

Category : Legal - Professional/Legal - Professional
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
We are seeking a committed, motivated and capable individual to join our busy Legal Services team and help deliver a high-quality service to the Council as Legal Clerk. This role offers a wide variety of work including administrative support to solicitors, lawyers and paralegals, as well as some drafting of legal documents and correspondence. You will work closely with professionals such as barristers, expert witnesses, social workers, court staff and lawyers. You must be well organised, proactive and enthusiastic, with a practical approach to problem-solving and a strong commitment to the role. In return you will have the opportunity to develop your skills while working alongside friendly and supportive colleagues in a fast-paced and engaging environment. The role is predominantly office based at our Borough Hall site in Bedford. How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Closing Date: 14th October 2026 Interview Date: 28th October 2026 Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: · a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving) · a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Guaranteed Interview Scheme Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for. Visa Sponsorship Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall, Bedford

005475 - Civil Enforcement Officer

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:42:05 Z

Category : Enforcement/Environmental Health - Prof/Enforcement/Environmental Health - Prof
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
Bedford Borough Council are currently recruiting for Civil Enforcement Officers to join our team on a full time, permanent basis. As a Civil Enforcement Officer you will ensure effective enforcement of parking regulations within on street areas of the Borough and car parks. You will be the public face of the Council promoting good relations with the community and representing the organisation professionally at all times. School Enforcement is a key part of the service. Patrols are carried out at various schools sites morning and afternoons every day. Additional Details: The shift pattern will include one week of early shifts and the following week of late shifts as below, working 5 days out of 7 per week, with one hour for lunch to including weekend and bank holiday working; Early Shift - 06:45 to 15:09 Late Shift - 10:45 to 19:09 A full uniform and PPE is supplied including footwear. Once training is completed you will be assigned to a different area of the town to patrol during your shift. How to apply When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below. Closing Date: 14th October 2026 Interview Date: 28th October 2026 Please note: The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of: · a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving) · a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk Guaranteed Interview Schemes Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for. Visa Sponsorship Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall Bedford