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005179 - Environmental Health Officer (Renters Rights)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:25:04 Z

Category : Enforcement/Environmental Health - Prof/Enforcement/Environmental Health - Prof
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
We are recruiting to a new Renters Rights Environmental Health Officer role as part of our response to the Renters Rights Act. You will play a key role in protecting tenants and improving standards in the private rented sector by investigating alleged breaches of landlord and tenant legislation. This includes concerns such as unlawful eviction, harassment, discrimination and unfair rent practices. You will manage your own caseload, undertake investigations, gather evidence and support enforcement action, whilst also engaging with tenants and landlords to resolve issues at an early stage. You will also work closely with colleagues across the wider Housing, Environmental Health and Legal Services teams. We are looking for someone with experience of investigating complaints and managing casework, good knowledge of housing and landlord and tenant legislation particularly the Renters Rights Act, strong communication skills, the ability to gather and assess evidence and prepare case files, a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and partner services and a commitment to supporting residents and delivering fair outcomes. Closing date: 15th July 2026. Interviews: 30th July 2026 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. 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 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. Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location : Borough Hall, Bedford

005181 - Enforcement Officer Renters Rights

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:01:12 Z

Category : Enforcement/Environmental Health - Prof/Enforcement/Environmental Health - Prof
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
We are recruiting to a new Renters Rights Enforcement Officer role as part of our response to the Renters Rights Act. You will work alongside an Environmental Health Officer to improve standards in the private rented sector by investigating alleged breaches of landlord and tenant legislation. This includes concerns such as unlawful eviction, harassment, discrimination, and unfair rent practices. You will also deliver a programme of advice, education and support for landlords and agents designed to encourage compliance with the new requirements. You will manage your own caseload, undertake investigations, gather evidence, and support enforcement action, whilst also engaging with tenants and landlords to resolve issues at an early stage. You will also work closely with colleagues across the wider Housing, Environmental Health and Legal Services teams. We are looking for someone with experience of investigating complaints and managing casework, good knowledge of housing and landlord and tenant legislation particularly the Renters Rights Act, strong communication skills, the ability to gather and assess evidence and prepare case files, a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and partner services and a commitment to supporting residents and delivering fair outcomes. Closing date: 5th July 2026 Interview date: 20th July 2026 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. 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

005057 - Personal Advisor

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:50:15 Z

Category : Social Care/Children's Social Care
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
Bedford Borough Supporting Futures Team are recruiting additional Personal Advisors as we strive to continue to develop our Local Offer to Care Experienced young people. We also aim to further develop as a service following our last SIF. We are seeking enthusiastic candidates to join our busy, friendly Team and who have a keen interest in working with young people/young adults as they prepare for Adulthood. As a Personal Advisor you will work with Care Experienced young people age 18 to 25 years in a statutory capacity, supporting them to successfully transition to adulthood. The work will include working with separated and migrant young people so an interest and knowledge in this area of work would be beneficial. Pathway Planning enables this work to progress with young people, their families and/or carers to ensure they achieve their aspirations in all aspects of their lives. You will also undertake Duty alongside team colleagues. You will receive induction and regular supervision, as well as regular training linked to your annual Personal Progress Discussion. You will need a full driving licence and access to a car. Closing Date: 3rd July 2026 Interview Date(s): W/C 20th July 2026 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. 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 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. Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. 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

005131 - Advanced Social Worker/Practitioner (Youth Justice)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:37:11 Z

Category : Social Care/Children's Social Care
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
We are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Social Worker or Youth Justice Practitioner to join our Youth Justice Service and play a key role in supporting children, young people, and families to achieve positive outcomes. As an Advanced Practitioner, you will manage staff who hold complex caseload requiring high levels of professional oversight judgement, autonomy, and exemplary practice. You will support the Team Manager in supervising staff, mentoring less experienced practitioners, and leading on safeguarding and risk management within the Youth Justice Service. 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). Closing date: 28th June 2026 Interviews will be held 8th/9th July 2026. 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. 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 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. Bedford Borough Council has a sponsorship licence, and may be able to offer visa sponsorship to candidates for this post that are based in the UK

Location : Southway House, Bedford

005133 - Advanced Social Worker/Practitioner (Youth Justice)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:35:54 Z

Category : Social Care/Children's Social Care
Contract Type : Full time fixed term
Vacancy Details :
We are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Social Worker or Youth Justice Practitioner to join our Youth Justice Service and play a key role in supporting children, young people, and families to achieve positive outcomes. As an Advanced Practitioner, you will manage staff who hold complex caseload requiring high levels of professional oversight judgement, autonomy, and exemplary practice. You will support the Team Manager in supervising staff, mentoring less experienced practitioners, and leading on safeguarding and risk management within the Youth Justice Service. 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). Closing date: 28th June 2026 Interviews will be held 8th/9th July 2026. 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. 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 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. Bedford Borough Council has a sponsorship licence, and may be able to offer visa sponsorship to candidates for this post that are based in the UK.

Location : Southway House, Bedford

004867 - Social Worker/Experienced Social Worker

Thu, 28 May 2026 07:42:39 Z

Category : Social Care/Children's Social Care
Contract Type : Full time permanent
Vacancy Details :
Your Passion. Their Future. Our Bedford. We’re a friendly, supportive, passionate team in Children’s Services, dedicated to building a better Bedford Borough. Our commitment to creating positive outcomes is second to none, our young people actively help shape the service and co-produce resources with our staff. Our Social workers are able to build meaningful, trusted relationships with children, young people and their families. As an experienced social worker, you’ll thrive in our flexible working environment designed to help you enjoy your work while maintaining a healthy work/life balance We have a range of support groups and resources to ensure you feel valued and supported both professionally and personally. What truly sets us apart is our inclusive and supportive culture, where teamwork is celebrated and every voice matters. Our Children’s Services team is known for its welcoming atmosphere and impactful work - staff consistently say how rewarding and fulfilling it is to be part of such a dedicated team. Social workers are supported to progress through varied development opportunities, you’ll find managers and colleagues committed to your continued growth and success. While the work can be challenging, it is deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community and advance your career. We offer a unique, supported work environment and benefits package where you will have: · monthly case supervision where well-being is central to your supervision · access to independent external clinical supervision should you require it · a career development plan · access to monthly training on systemic practice as well as other areas of practice · Competitive salary · 3 CPD days per year To join us, you will have: · a degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification · successfully completed your ASYE, or the Children's Workforce Development Council's Newly Qualified Social Worker programme, and have at least 1 year’s post qualifying experience (we cannot accept applications for ASYE at the current time) · registration with Social Work England · a UK Driving licence & suitably insured vehicle How to apply: When you are ready, click on 'Apply for Vacancy'; once you have created an account, you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some questions. Interviews will be held when suitable applications are received. Please note: we are unable to consider applications from candidates based overseas needing visa sponsorship. FTE Salary: £39,152 - £45,091 pro rata pa plus MRS £6,000 (subject to annual review), Welcome payment £8,000 and retention payments £2,000 pro rata Guaranteed interview schemes

Location : Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford, MK42 9AP