41 jobs in London Borough of Newham

London Borough of Newham is seeking an experienced, politically astute Head of Mayor’s Office to lead the team supporting the Mayor and Cabinet in delivering priorities for residents. This high-profile role provides strategic leadership to translate Mayoral priorities into action and ensure the Mayor is fully briefed and connected to key issues affecting Newham.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Mayor, Cabinet Members and corporate leadership to drive effective political

London Borough of Newham is seeking a Participatory Democracy Coordinator to support the People Powered Places programme through to summer 2027 and strengthen resident engagement across the borough through the Community Neighbourhood model.

You will coordinate engagement projects, consultations, events and resident-led initiatives, while supporting services across the Council to involve residents in local priorities and decision-making, in an inclusive, anti-racist environment.

Participatory Democracy Coordinator

£42,771 - £45,750 | Fixed Term 18 months

Newham Council is committed to putting residents at the heart of shaping their communities. We are seeking a Participatory Democracy Coordinator to support the delivery of the People Powered Places programme through to summer 2027 and help strengthen resident engagement across the borough through the Community Neighbourhood model. The role will coordinate engagement projects, consultations, events and resident‑led initiatives, while supporting services across the Council to involve residents in local priorities and decision‑making. Working closely with Community Neighbourhood Teams, residents and partner organisations, you will help deliver meaningful opportunities for participation, community activation and engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and proactive professional who is passionate about working with communities and delivering high‑quality engagement activity.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti‑racist environment for all. Your application will be considered on its merits regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Applicants for roles involving working with children, young people and vulnerable adults may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

£57,402 - £60,573 per annum

Flexible working arrangements and training opportunities are provided from the outset, with occasional need to work outside normal hours.

Team Lead (Private Sector Housing Standards)

Newham is an exciting, vibrant inner‑city borough committed to putting people at the heart of everything we do. With one of the largest private rented sectors in England, our Private Sector Housing Service regulates this sector through pioneering borough‑wide property licensing schemes, protecting tenants and landlords.

Over half of all families in Newham rent, many living in sub‑standard dwellings and overcrowded houses in multiple occupation. Team Leads play a vital role in improving the lives and quality of living for this vulnerable sector.

To manage a team of Senior/Environmental Health/Private Sector Housing Officers and Tenancy Liaison Officers, overseeing enforcement work including illegal evictions and harassment, data management, target setting, and reporting to Senior Managers.

To identify developments in each area, build training needs, foster collaboration with internal and external partners, carry out inspections of unlicensed properties, licence condition checks, and inspect properties in disrepair.

• Manage a team of Senior/Environmental Health/Private Sector Housing Officers and Tenancy Liaison Officers dealing with private sector enforcement work, including illegal evictions and harassment
• Manage relevant data sets and report on targets, outputs, and key indicators to Senior Managers
• Identify developments, build training, and support team members
• Build collaboration with internal and external partners
• Carry out inspections of unlicensed properties, licence condition checks and inspect properties in disrepair

• Expert knowledge of the Housing Act 2004 and other housing legislation
• Significant practical experience of serving legal documents and enforcing the above
• Significant competency in using HHSRS
• Significant practical experience in carrying out housing inspections for both disrepair and property licensing issues
• Knowledge and experience of compiling evidence and taking cases to both court and the First Tier Tribunal
• Knowledge of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 and its potential impacts on the private rented sector

You will be responsible for carrying out high‑standard regulatory work within the Private Rented Sector, protecting tenants and improving the sector. You must be qualified with a BSc or MSc Environmental Health degree or equivalent, be EHRB registered or registered with the CIEH as an Environmental Health Practitioner (REnvH or CEnvH), and have a minimum of 4 years post‑qualification experience, ideally with complex housing projects.

You must have experience and knowledge in enforcing housing and environmental health legislation and practices, informing the public and businesses about legislation, and extensive knowledge of evidence and court/tribunal procedures.

You need excellent written and verbal communication skills, good IT skills and experience working in a successful team. Good leadership skills, ability to manage multiple projects, delegate tasks and report progress to senior managers. You must be able to motivate colleagues and improve team working.

Relocation package of up to £7,000* (eligible).

Occasional outside normal hours expected.

26th July 2026

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti‑racist environment for all. We consider applications regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Your personal information will be shared with Cifas to prevent fraud and other unlawful conduct.

Newham is located 5 miles east of the City of London, well connected by public transport and close to major networks. It has a thriving arts quarter, university campuses, and a large Westfield shopping centre.

The London Borough of Newham is seeking a Team Lead for Private Sector Housing Standards to oversee a team focused on housing enforcement. The role involves ensuring compliance with legislation, managing data, and supporting team development.

Candidates must hold a relevant Environmental Health degree and have significant experience in housing inspections and enforcement. Benefits include a relocation package of up to £7,000.This role plays a vital part in improving living conditions in the borough.

London Borough of Newham is seeking a Social Care Officer to join the Children in Care Service. The role involves supporting social workers with assessments, life-story work, and direct work with children, while contributing to safeguarding and multi‑agency plans.

The position is permanent with a hybrid working arrangement at Newham Dockside (E16 2QU). Salary is £38,256–£39,276 per annum, with a closing date of 26 July 2026.

London Borough of Newham is recruiting a Waste Collections HGV Driver for Newham Depot, Folkestone Road. This permanent, 36-hour per week role sits at Grade 6 (£35,520–£36,585). The service delivers waste services across the borough and seeks motivated staff to help meet national targets.

The role involves driving HGVs, operating bin lift equipment, and shift work from 06:00–22:00, Monday to Saturday, with possible supervision duties as required.

London Borough of Newham is seeking a Participatory Democracy Coordinator to support the People Powered Places programme through to summer 2027 and strengthen resident engagement across the borough.

The role will coordinate engagement projects, consultations, events and resident-led initiatives, while working with Community Neighbourhood Teams, residents and partner organisations to ensure local priorities are reflected in decision-making.

London Borough of Newham is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to join the Mental Health Neighbourhood South Team within the Mental Health Adults Social Care Access Team. The role offers a salary of £40,182 - £42,060 per annum and requires a minimum of two years’ experience.

You will work to support recovery-based, person-centred approaches, engage with residents in hospital and community settings, and uphold safeguarding obligations including a DBS check.