9 Team leader jobs

Camphill Village Trust is a social care provider and charity rooted in nature and community, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health support needs to live healthier, more active and independent lives.

For over 70 years we have pioneered a different kind of care – shaped by place, purpose, and the natural world. We believe care should do more than meet needs, it should create opportunity, belonging, and purpose. By rooting our support in meaningful work, relationships, and the natural environment, we help people to build skills, confidence, and independence.

Do you want to make a difference and help us achieve our vision?

As a Team Leader, you will manage a team of support workers to successfully enable the people we support to lead a fulfilled and meaningful life within their home and as part of the wider, local community, and lead the staff team by promoting and practicing the values of CVT.

You will hold a minimum of Level 3 NVQ/ QCF (or equivalent) in Health and Social Care, and will have worked in a health and social care setting for a minimum of two years, preferably with people who have a learning disability and/ or autism, and has experience of managing a staff team. A driving licence would be useful as the community can be difficult to access by public transport.

Position: Team Leader

Responsible to: Care & Support Manager

Location: The role is based at Oaklands Park, a 150-acre rural community situated near Newnham on Severn on the edge of the Forest of Dean. We offer opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and other support needs, who live and work within a beautiful location, where their contributions to the life of our community are valued. Our estate offers an eight-acre garden, wood workshop and a weavery/ craft workshop. 

Hours: 2 roles available, 1 x 30 hours per week and 1 x 37.5 hours per week, generally Mon - Fri days, but we are flexible.

Salary: £25,740 - £29,367 FTE, dependent on skills and experience pro rata for part-time.

Annual Leave and Benefits: 

• 28 days paid annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• The option to buy and sell annual leave
• Company sick pay after one month starting at 4 weeks and increasing to 12 weeks with service
• Life Cover for all employees
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Blue Light Card

Main responsibilities

• Supervise, direct and guide the staff team in a way that will enable the people we support to have the best quality of life possible.
• Ensure the health, safety, development and happiness of the people we support is paramount at all times.
• Ensure there are monthly team meetings, quarterly supervisions, twice yearly medication competencies and observations of practice along with a yearly annual review.
• Complete the induction of new staff within the service and support them through their probationary period.
• Undertake any other duties which are consistent with this post, as directed by line management.

Personal Attributes

• Be highly organised and trustworthy.
• Be able to work with a degree of autonomy in managing the service.
• Be a positive role model to the support workers and others employed by the Trust.
• Have professional values that lead on how to promote a capable environment and work using a positive behaviour support approach.
• Have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for the job we do.
• Respect the community and the people who live and work here.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

Camphill Village Trust is an equal opportunity employer.

Camphill Village Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete the relevant pre-employment checks including a DBS check.

We are seeking a dedicated, experienced and compassionate Children and Young People Team Leader to work across Warwickshire, providing effective leadership, guidance and support to a team delivering services to children affected by domestic abuse and other crimes.

The service is commissioned by the Warwickshire Police and Crime Commissioner and is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week, offering an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of an essential local service.

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people affected by crime and domestic abuse, developing services and teams, and driving continuous improvement within this vital Warwickshire based service.

If so, we'd love to hear from you…

What we offer

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
• Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
• Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
• Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments.
• Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts.
• Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support.
• Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
• Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans.
• Career Development: Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression.

About the role

As Team Leader you will work closely with the Operations Manager to support the safe, trauma-informed and effective delivery of the service, driving high standards, effective outcomes, and supporting team members' wellbeing and development. You will provide day-to-day leadership, support and guidance to a team of two CYP Case Workers and three CHIDVAs (Children's Independent Domestic Violence Advocate), helping to create a positive, high-performing and learning-focused culture.

Key Responsibilites

• provide leadership and day-to-day support to a team of CYP Case Workers and CHIDVAs, helping to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe and effective services whilst promoting a positive, confident and resilient team culture.
• support the Operations Manager with the effective running and development of the service
• provide advice and guidance to team members and other colleagues around safeguarding, risk and case complexity, ensuring the service prioritises safety and identifies individual needs for tailored support
• will use data, quality assurance and learning from practice to help identify trends, strengthen service delivery and support continuous improvement

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced IDVA, or someone with operational experience working with children and young people, or in the field of Domestic Abuse, looking to take the next step in their leadership journey, or for an existing senior practitioner who is passionate about developing others whilst continuing to make a direct difference to children and young people affected by crime and domestic abuse.

This hybrid role requires some working from home, some office-based work (within Warwickshire Justice Centre, Leamington Spa), and regular in-person and online partnership meeting and forum attendance to represent the service and amplify the voices of children and young people affected by crime and Domestic Abuse. The CYP Team Leader will ensure the right support is provided according to individual needs through assessment, safety planning and support.

This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.

About Us

Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.

How to apply

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

We have an opportunity for a highly motivated HR professional leading a strong HR advice and support team. The team is focused on advising and supporting our managers and staff across the organisation to maximise the performance and positive impact of our people. You will ensure that the HR service is highly responsive to current and future corporate and regional business needs and priorities. You will be based in our highly regarded, Investors in People Platinum, HR team in Creative Support’s friendly and accessible Head Office located in Stockport town centre.

You will promote the highest levels of internal and external customer care, positive person-centred values and a respectful, confidential approach. This job will offer great job satisfaction to people who enjoy hard work and achieving great outcomes for our business and our people. A commitment to continuous improvement is essential.

With the support of the Head of People and Performance, you will lead a small team of staff to deliver high quality, holistic HR advice and support aligned to our core values, business needs and priorities in the areas of:

- Employee engagement

- Employee communications

- Competence, capability and performance management

- Conduct and discipline at work

- Attendance and sickness management

- Welfare support and stress prevention/management

- Employee health and wellbeing

- People motivation, satisfaction and retention

- Employee career development and upskilling

- Workplace inclusion and diversity

- Relationships with workplace representatives/trade unions

- Promoting a positive and productive working culture

You will need to demonstrate significant HR experience and demonstrable expertise in the areas listed above. You will be able to lead and motivate a team and to empower each team member to flourish and develop in skills and confidence. Applicants should be personable, solution and outcome-focused and able to engage positively with staff and managers at all levels. You will need to be able to communicate clearly and professionally and you will demonstrate your people focused values in your practice.  

You will have excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage a busy personal caseload. You will have a good eye for detail, be able to manage data and produce professional reports derived from spreadsheets and databases. A good standard of written English is required. A degree or comparable level of education is desirable. You must have gained, or be working towards a recognised accredited HR qualification. We can offer opportunities to develop your professional career in HR by offering support for further professional training as well as investment in soft skills.

The willingness to travel to any of our sites and offices across the country is essential, but it is not necessary to be a car driver. Your duties may be carried out mainly in office hours from Monday to Friday but some flexibility in working hours is required. Full Time and Part Time hours will be considered.

Vacancy Reference Number: 84519

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK.

Lead our IPS service and help transform lives through employment.
We're looking for an ambitious and values driven leader to develop a talented team, drive excellent outcomes and shape the future of mental health employment support in Islington.

About the Role

Hillside Clubhouse is looking for an experienced IPS Team Leader to lead our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) SMI service across Islington and as part of the newly merged North West London NHS Trust. You'll provide leadership, coaching and support to a team of Employment Specialists, ensuring high-quality, recovery focused employment support for people with mental health conditions. 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a lasting impact. You'll work closely with NHS partners, employers and local stakeholders while helping to strengthen and develop the service, improve performance and deliver excellent employment outcomes. 

Why Join Hillside?

Hillside Clubhouse is a co-produced mental health employment support charity working across Islington. We believe employment is a powerful part of recovery and support people to achieve their goals through our Clubhouse and community-based services. 

As a small, ambitious charity, you'll have genuine opportunities to influence decision-making, shape services and work closely with senior leaders. We offer flexible and hybrid working, generous annual leave, pension contributions and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Self-Advocacy Team Leader

Learning Disability Voices Network (LDVN)

30 hours per week | Permanent
Starting salary: £30,258 pro-rata (actual salary: £27,664)

Location: Brighthelm Centre, Brighton, with some home working

Reporting to: CEO

Lead a project that helps people with learning disabilities have a stronger voice and greater influence

Brighton & Hove Speak Out is looking for an experienced, passionate and values-driven leader to manage and develop our flagship self-advocacy project, the Learning Disability Voices Network (LDVN).

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected local advocacy charity at a time of growth and development. Thanks to new National Lottery funding, we are expanding opportunities for people with learning disabilities to build confidence, develop self-advocacy skills, influence decision-making and create positive change in their communities.

As Self-Advocacy Team Leader, you will lead the delivery of the LDVN project, support a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, and ensure people with learning disabilities remain at the heart of planning, delivery and decision-making.

About the role

You will be responsible for leading and coordinating all aspects of the Learning Disability Voices Network, including:

• Lead a team of 4 part-time project staff and volunteers across Brighton & Hove and West Sussex, supporting people with learning disabilities to identify issues that matter to them and take action to bring about change.
• Develop partnerships, local and national networks that strengthen self-advocacy opportunities.
• Support the LDVN steering group to plan and co-deliver self-advocacy events and training activities.
• Support and develop user-led self-advocacy groups, including support for an established user-led campaign group and the development of a new LGBTQ+ self-advocacy group.
• Oversee a weekly drop-in service in Brighton and the expansion of self-advocacy activity into West Sussex.
• Work with self-advocates to plan a learning disability-led regional conference
• Manage project budgets, monitoring systems, evaluation processes and funder reporting requirements.
• Work closely with the CEO to develop and strengthen the project's long-term impact and sustainability.

Above all, you will ensure people with learning disabilities are supported to gain the skills, confidence and opportunities they need to speak up, influence decisions and lead change.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about the rights, inclusion and empowerment of people with learning disabilities.
• Has experience leading projects, services, staff or volunteers.
• Understands the principles and practice of self-advocacy and person-centred support.
• Has experience of supporting people who may face discrimination, exclusion or barriers to participation.
• Can inspire and support others to develop confidence, skills and leadership.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.
• Is confident managing multiple priorities, monitoring outcomes and meeting targets.
• Can build effective partnerships with professionals, community organisations and stakeholders.
• Is committed to equality, inclusion, accessibility and safeguarding.

Experience of working alongside people with learning disabilities is highly desirable.

Why work for Speak Out?

As well as the opportunity to lead an innovative and impactful project, we offer:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally possible
• 3 % Pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive and friendly team
• The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities

About Brighton & Hove Speak Out

Brighton & Hove Speak Out is an independent advocacy charity supporting adults with learning disabilities. We believe people with learning disabilities should have the same rights, choices and opportunities as everyone else and should be supported to have their voices heard.

Our work is built on the principles of self-advocacy, empowerment, inclusion and respect. We work alongside people with learning disabilities to challenge barriers, influence services and bring about positive change.

How to Apply

Please download an application pack from the Speak Out website

Job Role: Team Leader – Criminal Justice

Salary: £29,080 per year

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Taunton – with travel across Somerset

Additional information:

Valid driver's license and access to a car for business purposes

Participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota

This role is based at our Taunton office, with regular travel required within a 30-mile radius across Somerset

About Alongside

Alongside is the new name for Julian House. We work with people experiencing social exclusion across the South and West of England, providing outreach, accommodation and support. Our clients may be sleeping rough, fleeing abuse, rebuilding after trauma, leaving prison, recovering from addiction, or trying to settle safely in a new community. Whatever their starting point, we work alongside people to help build safety, stability and independence.

If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for!

About the Role:

As a Team Leader within our Criminal Justice Service, you’ll be a steady, positive presence for people leaving prison who’ve recently experienced homelessness. Many clients are navigating trauma, mental ill‑health, substance use, domestic abuse and ongoing involvement with the justice system.

You’ll be responsible for holding day to day management of all aspects of the service including managing Criminal Justice Support workers, referrals to service, effective housing management of properties, and ensuring clients are supported in a way that allows them to maintain accommodation and make positive changes in their life.

Ready to make a real difference every day? Apply now.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide operational management, leadership, staff line management and oversee service processes and systems.
• Maintain service performance to agreed internal and external contracted targets
• Ensure that financial procedures are maintained at all times in accordance with our procedures, manage voids, ensure housing benefit and service charges payment compliance and ensure income is maximised.
• Ensure effective tracking of service referrals, engagement and progressions, and outcomes for clients moving on from service.

Please note: Job descriptions are not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may occasionally be asked to take on other duties that align with the key responsibilities outlined.

You can view the full job description by clicking here.

What we’re looking for:

• • A valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle – business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work
  • Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or people with complex needs and challenging behaviours
  • Understanding of the causes of homelessness and social exclusion and approaches which seek to address this and prevent people from sleeping rough
  • Working as part of a team in an offender background setting for a minimum of 12 months

There are many great reasons to join our team!

• • Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan
  • 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)
  • 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shop
  • A generous and competitive pension scheme
  • A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted
  • Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
  • For all the fantastic and valuable work, you’ll be doing, you’ll be eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands
  • Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators

There are many great reasons to join our team!

• • Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan
  • 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays - increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part-time staff)
  • 30% staff discount at our charity shops
  • A generous and competitive pension scheme
  • A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted
  • Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
  • For all the fantastic and valuable work you’ll be doing, you’ll be eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands
  • Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators

Our Ethos

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter.

If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We accept CVs and applications in all formats.

DBS Checks

We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy.

Team Leader - Stand Alone- Homelessness

Part Time - 21 Hours   

Portsmouth   

Starting £16,981, progressing to £17,985   

Enhanced DBS Required   

Drivers Licence:  Yes   

Lone Working:  Yes   

Night Working:  No   

Weekend Working:  Occasional On Call   

At Two Saints, we are proud of our values and our mission: to provide people with homes and specialist support so they feel valued and secure, and ready to take their next steps.

We’re seeking compassionate, adaptable people to join our Portsmouth service as a Team Leader. You’ll bring a passion for supporting people to build confidence, develop essential life skills, and recognise their own strengths and support needs through positive, meaningful interactions.

As the ideal candidate, your ability to connect with people experiencing homelessness and care leavers will help them build trust, resilience, and a sense of possibility for their future. You’ll understand safeguarding, work proactively within our policies, and contribute to a strong, collaborative team environment.

Our Team Leader roles are support‑based, focused on guidance, encouragement, and empowering clients to achieve their goals. The work can be challenging, but also truly rewarding - made even more so by the supportive, values‑driven team you’ll be part of.

Team Leader Essentials:

• A genuine interest and concern for homelessness and related issues
• Ability to positively contribute to and lead a team
• Deal promptly and effectively with challenging situations/crises in a calm manner
• Strong communication skills, clear verbal and written English
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
• Confident with lone working

Team Leader Desirables: 

• Experience of managing a caseload of clients
• Experience in managing a housing management team
• Experience in health annd safety, benefits, managing licence conditions and frameworks alongside client safety and  behaviour management would be beneficial
• Understanding of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery
• Awareness of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs
• Knowledge of voluntary and statutory agencies, housing regulations and the benefits system 

Could this be you? If yes, apply for this exciting Team Leader opportunity with Two Saints

We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Two Saints is committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment, using pre-employment checks such as Enhanced DBS, Overseas Police Checks (where appropriate), Reference Checks and CV gap querying upon appointment to the role.

We value diversity and believe that different perspectives make us stronger. We are committed to providing a fair, inclusive recruitment process that provide equal employment opportunities for everyone

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Team Leaderto play a pivotal role in our Thanet Crisis & Recovery Service.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

This role is responsible for providing day-to-day leadership to a team of Recovery Workers, ensuring the safe, effective and smooth operation of the Recovery House. Working closely with the Service Manager, you will support the delivery of a recovery-focused, psychologically informed and person-centred service, helping residents to achieve positive wellbeing and recovery outcomes. You will provide guidance to staff, oversee referrals and admissions, support effective risk management and safeguarding practice, and make operational decisions when required.

You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of service quality, ensuring staff deliver effective support, safety planning and recovery interventions while promoting residents' rights, dignity and choice. The postholder will work collaboratively with NHS crisis services, statutory and voluntary sector partners, monitor performance and compliance, respond to incidents and safeguarding concerns, and support continuous service improvement. This is an opportunity for an experienced practitioner and leader who is passionate about recovery, safeguarding and delivering high-quality support services.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced mental health professional with a strong background in supporting people experiencing mental health difficulties, crisis situations and complex needs within residential, accommodation-based or community services. You will have a proven ability to deliver high-quality, recovery-focused and person-centred support, underpinned by a strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management and trauma-informed practice. Experience of supporting colleagues or leading a team is essential, along with the confidence to respond effectively to incidents, safeguarding concerns and changes in an individual's presentation.

The successful candidate will be skilled in building positive partnerships with NHS, statutory, voluntary and community organisations, and will understand the importance of coproduction and involving people with lived experience in service delivery. You will have experience of maintaining accurate records and using electronic case management systems, alongside a sound understanding of confidentiality, information governance and professional boundaries. Strong organisational and IT skills are essential, as is a commitment to promoting safe working practices, high-quality support and positive outcomes for residents.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.