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Put simply, we work with people to change lives for the better.</p>\n<p>We have a strong focus on integrated working with our partners to deliver holistic and seamless support when people need it.</p>\n<p>We are proud of the care we give and the services we provide to local people.</p>\n<p>Our Community Mental Health Team for Older Adults Social comprises highly professional and supportive multidisciplinary teams. Our social care teams work together as one service and go the extra mile to ensure our residents have the right support.</p>\n<p>We work closely with health professionals and other partners to ensure that people remain living in their own homes for as long as possible.</p>\n<p>We have weekly multi-disciplinary meetings meaning our residents can have easy access to health and social care services that talk to each other, to provide holistic support when needed.</p>\n<p>We know there can be pressures working in adult social care, so we make sure our staff are well supported.  You will receive regular supervision and access to training.  We have a strong focus on supporting our staff to learn, grow and develop to achieve their potential.  We listen to our social care staff about the best way to deliver our services and encourage feedback and suggestions on how we can do things better together. </p>\n<p>We are proud of the care we give and the services we provide to local people because we are Bracknell Forest Council.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>Manage a small complex caseload, organising and prioritising the workload effectively, with regular supervision and guidance.</p>\n<p>To undertake role of Designated Safeguarding Officer on a rota basis.</p>\n<p>To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, connecting people and their families to their community and social networks enabling them to live within their own communities.</p>\n<p>To take a strengths-based approach to support people living with dementia to lead a fulfilling life.</p>\n<p>To support in delivering and maintaining high standards of performance across the service.</p>\n<p>To take an evidence-based approach to practice.</p>\n<p>To provide leadership, supervision, peer support and to act as a role model for the experienced social work team.</p>\n<h3>Our benefits include...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time).</li>\n<li>Annual leave purchase policy.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.</li>\n<li>Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. </li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interview date tbc</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Vicki Brown, Interim Service Manager.</p>\n<p>Tel.: 01189 046900</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.</p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Experienced Social Worker wanted to join mental health team for older adults. Strength-based approach to support vulnerable residents. Benefits included.</p>","salaryDescription":"£48,400 - £51,433 inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance","publishDate":"2024-12-02T09:57:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-29T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/05f5cca2-1509-4f2f-abe6-4dc8451df016.jpg","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"e9ab236c-e656-4259-a8b4-848ff5986b08","title":"PFI Expiry Technical Project Manager","employer":"London Borough of Lewisham","department":"","location":"Lewisham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities !</p>\n<p>We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.&nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>INTRODUCTION</strong></p>\n<p>Lewisham Council is looking for an experienced technical project manager with the knowledge, experience and skills to manage the expiry of our Housing PFI contract.&nbsp;This post reports to the PFI Expiry Programme Manager and is responsible for the management of the technical and commercial aspects of the expiry of our Housing PFI contract. This is the first PFI contract to expire at Lewisham Council so this is a new post and a new process. The PFI has 1,829 properties under management and there is a complex commercial environment to be navigated in ensuring that the risks of the expiry process are managed.&nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>What’s the role ?&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<p>The Housing Directorate is procuring a handback survey currently and having the appropriate technical resources to manage this through to completion is crucial to success. This post would &nbsp;manage the contract for the survey, liaise with the PFI over access and interrogate what comes out of the survey and ensure that the correct works are programmed in. The outcome of the survey needs to become a programme of rectification works which will need to be managed and monitored in order to mitigate the risk of assets coming back to the Council requiring works that should have been delivered under the PFI contract.</p>\n<p><strong>What’s in it for you ?&nbsp;</strong></p>\n<p>Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:&nbsp;</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li>\n<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Supportive staff networks</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>We are seeking an experienced&nbsp; technical project manager who can take on this new post within the Housing Directorate to manage this project. The Council is commissioning an asset handback condition survey and the PFI Expiry team will manage this and the resulting programme of works to completion.</p>\n<p><strong>Location</strong></p>\n<p>The job is primarily based in&nbsp;, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office, from the PFI premises and from home on a regular basis.&nbsp;</p>\n<p>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.&nbsp;</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us\" target=\"_blank\">Applicant handbook</a>- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.</p>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>To find out more, view our job description and person specification below and to apply, please click on the apply link above.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Carol Hinvest&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:Carol.hinvest@lewisham.gov.uk\" target=\"_blank\">Carol.hinvest@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Please click&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/PFI%20Expiry%20Technical%20Project%20Manager%20PMO\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;to view the Job Description and Person Specification</strong></p>\n<p>Special conditions</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Professional Industry Qualification such as Chartered Surveyor RICS qualification with APC accreditation or Building Surveyor via the Chartered institute of Building or equivalent</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Salary</strong></p>\n<p><strong>£55,710 - £57,726 Per annum (PO6)</strong></p>\n<p>N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.</p>\n<p><strong>Diversity</strong></p>\n<p>Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply\" target=\"_blank\">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href=\"https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks\" target=\"_blank\">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk\" target=\"_blank\">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n<p>The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.&nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram </a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Lewisham Council seeks a Technical Project Manager to manage the technical and commercial aspects of the expiry of the Housing PFI contract.</p>","salaryDescription":"£55,710 - £57,726 per annum (PO6) ","publishDate":"2024-11-22T12:27:28.708Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-08T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9f086ccd-1efa-48d2-9df4-10980c95555f.jpg","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"258cd2ed-670f-4361-bb04-7bee14e2621f","title":"PFI Contract Expiry Programme Manager","employer":"London Borough of Lewisham","department":"","location":"Lewisham","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities !&nbsp;</p>\n<p>We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.&nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>INTRODUCTION</strong></p>\n<p>Lewisham Council is looking for an experience programme manager with the knowledge, experience and skills to manage the expiry of our Housing PFI contract. A key requirement will be commercial negotiation with the PFI Company and their sub contractors to ensure that the expiry is well managed, value for money is achieved, residents suffer no loss of service and any disputes are managed to achieve a positive outcome for the Council. Strong stakeholder management experience combined with attention to detail on contracts and specifications will be essential. You will be responsible for managing a small team of officers to deliver this vital project.</p>\n<p><strong>What’s the role?</strong></p>\n<p>This post reports to the Director of Resident Engagement and Services in Housing and is responsible for the management of the expiry of our Housing PFI contract. This is the first PFI contract to expire at Lewisham Council so this is a new post and a new process. The PFI has 1,829 properties under management. There is a complex commercial environment to be navigated in ensuring that the risks of the expiry process are managed.&nbsp;As the PFI delivers essential services within the community it is vital that we prepare and have a good handover at the end of the contract. Significant risks will need to be managed, diverse expertise and resources will need to be applied to achieve the required outcome.</p>\n<p><strong>What’s in it for you?</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:&nbsp;</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous holiday allowance&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension scheme&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans&nbsp;</li>\n<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Supportive staff networks</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>We are seeking an experienced&nbsp; programme manager who can take on this new post within the Housing Directorate to manage this programme with a number of significant workstreams including the transfer of staff, data and records. The Council is commissioning an asset handback condition survey and the PFI Expiry team will manage this and the resulting programme of works to completion.</p>\n<p><strong>Location</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n<p>The job is primarily based in&nbsp;, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office, from the PFI premises in Brockley and from home on a regular basis.</p>\n<p>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us\" target=\"_blank\">Applicant handbook</a>- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>To find out more, view our job description and person specification below and to apply, please click on the apply link above.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Carol Hinvest <a href=\"mailto:Carol.hinvest@lewisham.gov.uk\" target=\"_blank\">Carol.hinvest@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Please click&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/PFI%20Expiry%20JD%20and%20PS\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>here</strong></a><strong> to view the Job Description and Person Specification</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary</strong></p>\n<p>£62,922 - £67,500 per annum (SMG1)</p>\n<p>N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof. &nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>Diversity&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply\" target=\"_blank\">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n<p>The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href=\"https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks\" target=\"_blank\">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk\" target=\"_blank\">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n<p>The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response. &nbsp;</p>\n<p><strong>Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:</strong></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/jobs/search/e9ab236c-e656-4259-a8b4-848ff5986b08?search=lewisham&amp;sessionId=b77e6856-9ddf-4799-89d1-b08c6b6a3ef1#sign-in-required\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram&nbsp;</a> &nbsp;</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Lewisham Council seeks an experienced program manager to manage the expiry of its Housing PFI contract, offering excellent benefits.</p>","salaryDescription":"£62,922 - £67,500 per annum (SMG1)","publishDate":"2024-11-22T12:19:57.290Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-08T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9f086ccd-1efa-48d2-9df4-10980c95555f.jpg","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"4a0a78cf-7e61-405b-af02-99344549fe8a","title":"Senior Financial Controller","employer":"West Berkshire Council","department":"","location":"Newbury","locationType":2,"description":"<div>\n<div>\n<p>Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and supportive organisation? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to join our Finance and Property Service, reporting to the Service Lead for Financial Reporting &amp; Property. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial management and governance of a leading local authority.</p>\n<p><strong>The Role</strong></p>\n<p>As the Senior Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective financial management and reporting of the Council's services. Your main responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Leading a team of finance professionals to deliver high-quality financial processing, reporting and analysis</li>\n<li>Ensuring accurate and timely month-end closures, including variance analysis and commentary</li>\n<li>Providing financial advice and support to service managers and budget holders</li>\n<li>Contributing to the annual budget setting process and periodic budget reviews</li>\n<li>Assisting with the year-end financial statements and liaising with external auditors</li>\n<li>Implementing and maintaining effective financial controls and procedures</li>\n</ul>\n<p>In addition to the above, you will also be involved in project work and ad-hoc analysis as required.</p>\n<p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with extensive post-qualification experience in a finance role</li>\n<li>Previous experience working in a public sector or local authority environment is desirable</li>\n<li>Strong technical accounting skills and knowledge of financial reporting standards</li>\n<li>Excellent leadership and people management abilities</li>\n<li>Effective stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate financial information to non-finance professionals</li>\n<li>Proactive and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving</li>\n<li>Advanced Excel skills and experience using financial management systems</li>\n</ul>\n<p>West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-19.00</li>\n<li>Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office</li>\n<li>Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities&nbsp;</li>\n<li>Generous Local Government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Family friendly policies</li>\n<li>A range of local discounts</li>\n<li>Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits</li>\n<li>You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 30 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.</li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n</div>\n<p>Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;</p>\n<p>This post is a Sensitive Post for the purpose of the Local Government Housing Act 1989 and the post-holder is therefore restricted from engaging in any prescribed political activities. In summary, this means that you are prohibited from holding political office and from involvement in any political activity within or outside the workplace. Full details of the restrictions can be found in the Council’s Policy and Guidance on Politically Restricted Posts.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Richard Quayle by email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:Richard.quayle1@westberks.gov.uk\" target=\"_blank\">Richard.quayle1@westberks.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\n<p>Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here:&nbsp;<a href=\"http://jobs.westberks.gov.uk/media/60080/Working-With-Us-West-Berkshire-Council/pdf/Working_With_Us_-_West_Berkshire_Council.pdf?m=1727449802860\" target=\"_blank\">Working with Us</a></p>\n<p><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong></p>\n<p>The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.</p>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>Please now complete a short online application form. You can complete this form by clicking on the apply link above. You will then be able to upload your CV. Please could you include a supporting statement to outline how you meet the essential criteria.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be in person and scheduled for 10 January 2025.</p>","shortDescription":"<p>West Berkshire Council seeks Senior Financial Controller. Oversee financial management/reporting, lead finance team, provide financial advice/support. 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You’ll have a life-changing impact.</p>\n<p>Creativity, ambition, and a focus on people. That’s what matters at Barnsley Council. Our award-winning council is on an exciting journey of change. It’s all about putting local people at the heart of everything, listening to and doing good for our communities. We’re now more innovative, more efficient and provide better value for money.</p>\n<p><strong>Shape a better future with us</strong></p>\n<p>Join us on our journey to a brighter future. By working together, with each other and with our communities, we can take pride in improving lives. Let’s make a better Barnsley for everyone.</p>\n<p><strong>Your role in our journey</strong></p>\n<p>As a Support Worker, you’ll support and help people with learning disabilities to develop skills to live as independently as possible. You’ll help them to access the services and interventions that can help them build their independence, gain confidence, and develop the personal and social assets that will enable them to meet their aspirations. Support people in activities who have support needs with care and personal care needs.</p>\n<p><strong>What you’ll need</strong></p>\n<p>To join us, you’ll need a relevant Level 2 NVQ (or equivalent) or willing to achieve within 2 years plus experience of working with vulnerable groups and level 1 literacy and numeracy. Whether as a volunteer or professionally, you have worked with people who are experiencing multiple needs. 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You will have strong social work values that lead your practice with people helping them to achieve the best outcomes. The role will entail working with individuals, families, carers, and communities to enable them to make informed decisions, to promote independence, whilst working in a strengths-based approach. Undertaking preventative work and risk assessments utilising community resources and services such as reablement and telehealth care is also a key part of the role. You will construct value for money care packages, and commission and arrange appropriate services.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will be responsible for the completion of Care Act assessments, capacity assessments and Court work. What matters at Barnsley Council is that you are creative, ambitious, and have person centred focus in engaging those accessing services. Our award-winning council has embarked on an exciting journey of change. It is all about putting local people at the heart of everything, listening to and doing good for our communities. We are an innovative, and efficient authority and welcome new members to our teams on this exciting journey.</p>\n<p><strong>Your role in our journey</strong><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>As a Social Worker in our adult’s localities teams  you will be a relatable practitioner responding to situations with strengths-based practice at the heart of your work. You will develop creative and imaginative solutions to help people achieve positive outcomes which enable people to maintain their independence and live a happier healthier life. With all the changes happening at Barnsley, there’s nowhere more exciting to improve your practice. Here, you’ll help individuals, families, carers and communities to make the right decisions for a safer, more independent future. Along the way, you’ll make your own progress through training programmes.</p>\n<p><strong>What you’ll need</strong></p>\n<p>To join us, you’ll need to have a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England or waiting to be registered.  You’ll bring some relevant experience of working with adults and be expected to produce high quality assessments, collaborating with various agencies, and interpreting case law and legislation. Knowledge of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act, local and national policy issues, equal opportunity, and anti-oppressive practice are vital. We’ll expect you to be a skilled communicator and a flexible, creative practitioner; determined to make the most of this unique opportunity.</p>\n<p><strong>A lot to look forward to</strong></p>\n<p>Here at Barnsley, we live and work by four important values: honesty, teamwork, excellent service, and taking pride in what we do. As part of our team, you can be sure we’ll do all we can to support you in being truly excellent. You see, we prioritise learning and enabling you to achieve your potential. 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The post-holder’s responsibility is a supportive role, performing a variety of tasks pertaining to HR procedures across the Trust. </p>\n\n<p>You will need:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Strong organisational and communication skills both written and verbal</li>\n\t<li>Previous working experience with Microsoft Excel</li>\n\t<li>Attention to detail</li>\n\t<li>Good analytical Skills</li>\n\t<li>Confidentiality awareness</li>\n\t<li>To demonstrate an ability to travel between sites</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>You will work alongside a supportive staff team who have a wealth of expertise and are committed to the continuing professional development of all staff - offering a strong programme of in school training.</p>\n\n<p>This is a permanent post subject to a probationary period of one year.</p>\n\n<p>The paid hours of work are 32.5 per week - Monday to Friday – daily hours of work 08:30-15:30.</p>\n\n<p>A daily additional half hour lunch break entitlement is unpaid.</p>\n\n<p>This is a term time only post plus one week (39 term time weeks plus one week = 40 paid working weeks) plus 6 weeks paid annual leave.</p>\n\n<p>We cannot offer Visa Sponsorship.</p>\n\n<p>The actual post salary is £20,141 per annum.</p>\n\n<p>(Post is a part time /term time post the actual salary is pro rata based on the full-time figure of £25,993 (1.0fte) Single Status Grade 6.14). 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You will also contribute to coaching, writing match reports for the school newsletter, and supporting extensive range of sports teams.</p>\n\n<p>This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience of a secondary education setting or are passionate about working in schools.</p>\n\n<p>The actual yearly salary is £13,569 to £13,784, for 22.5 hours a week, term time, plus inset days (40 working weeks, 46.20 paid weeks a year). The salary is based on grade Single Status grade 5, £25,183 to £25,583. Please indicate on your application form your preferred days of work. </p>\n\n<p>Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded directly from our school website at www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk under Menu, Join Us, Staff Vacancies.  They are also available from Personnel at Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN.  Please return application forms by email to <a href=\"mailto:personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk\">personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk</a>  We are unable to accept CVs.</p>\n\n<p>Closing date for completed applications: Thursday 12th December 2024 at 9.00 a.m. </p>\n\n<p>Interviews will be held during week commencing 16th December 2024</p>\n\n<p>Please note that if you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date then we regret that your application has not been successful.  </p>\n\n<p>East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. 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We aim to treat everyone in our community with compassion, friendship and tolerance, underpinned by the teaching that we 'love our neighbour as ourselves' (Mark 12:31).\"</p>\n\n<p>Etchingham C E School is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 3, who is passionate about children and learning.  We are a small Church of England Primary School situated in picturesque countryside in the village of Etchingham.</p>\n\n<p>The post is for 24 hours per week including lunch time supervision. The working pattern will be for 4 days from 8:45am to 1:15pm & 1:45pm to 3:15pm. Applicants must be available to work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.</p>\n\n<p>We are looking for someone with confidence and expertise in supporting the learning of our pupils and who:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Has excellent interpersonal skills and is able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.</li>\n\t<li>Has experience of supporting learning in a primary school environment and has good literacy and mathematical skills.</li>\n\t<li>Can contribute to a dynamic and hardworking team, working alongside the class teacher and SENCO.</li>\n\t<li>Can demonstrate the ability to provide consistent, calm and nurturing support.</li>\n\t<li>Is committed to supporting the Christian ethos of the school.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>In return, our school:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Has an excellent team of staff who are enthusiastic, friendly and encourage all our pupils to develop a love of learning.</li>\n\t<li>Provides a creative, broad and balanced curriculum.</li>\n\t<li>Has strong partnerships with parents, governors and the local community.</li>\n\t<li>Is committed to supporting continuous professional development.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>As a Teaching Assistant Level 3, there may be times when you will be expected to cover the class for Teacher PPA time or training.</p>\n\n<p>The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 13<sup>th</sup> December, 2024.</p>\n\n<p>Interviews will be held in the week beginning 16<sup>th</sup> December, 2024 - date to be confirmed.</p>\n\n<p>Visits to the school are encouraged and welcomed.</p>\n\n<p>Application packs and visits to the school can be arranged by contacting Mrs Rebecca Martin in the school office on 01580 819218 or via e-mail: <a href=\"mailto:office@etchingham.e-sussex.sch.uk\">office@etchingham.e-sussex.sch.uk</a>.</p>\n\n<p>Please note, we do not accept CVs.</p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2><p>\n\n</p>\n\n<p>Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.</p>\n\n<p>Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.</p>\n\n<p> <br>\nThis authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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The Breakfast Club ensures that children have an enjoyable, safe and relaxed start to the day and has a healthy breakfast before school begins.</p>\n<h2>About the role</h2><p>You should have experience of working with young children outside the home and be extremely reliable and able to use your own initiative. You should also be able to liaise confidently and calmly with parents/carers and school staff.</p>\n\n<p>If you are passionate about learning, a good team player, who is innovative and caring, we would love to hear from you. In return, we will offer the successful candi<em>date </em>a dynamic and creative learning environment with excellent development opportunities.</p>\n\n<p>Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. For more information and/or to arrange a visit please contact Hannah Parker on 01273 555240, email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk\">recruitment@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a></p>\n\n<p><strong>Closing date</strong>: Midday Thursday 9th January 2025</p>\n\n<p><strong>Interview date</strong>: Week commencing 13th January 2025</p>\n\n<p><strong>How to Apply</strong>: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office: Highcroft Villas, Brighton, BN1 5PS, email: <a href=\"mailto:office@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk\">office@stanford-inf.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a></p>\n\n<p><strong>Telephone</strong>: 01273 555240</p>\n\n<p><strong>Website</strong>: <a href=\"http://www.stanfordinfants.co.uk\">http://www.stanfordinfants.co.uk</a></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2><p>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.</p>\n<h2>Company information</h2><p>Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality</p>\n\n<p>The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p>\n\n<p>Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25584 - £25992 pro rata","publishDate":"2024-12-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-09T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b51112f3-9b03-469b-b00a-0fdaf0be3433.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2fad8f39-b672-4dab-8f2f-4d02544ff439","title":"L3 ICT Support Technician Apprentice","employer":"Brighton & Hove City Council","department":"","location":"King's School, Hove","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2><p><strong>L3 ICT Support Technician Apprentice</strong></p>\n\n<p><strong>Contract</strong>: Full time, permanent<br>\n<strong>Salary</strong>: RET Band 1a NJC scale 3 £24,027 per annum<br>\n<strong>Start date</strong>: 3rd February 2025<br>\n<strong>Application closing date</strong>: 31st December 2024<br>\n<strong>Interview date</strong>: week beginning 6th January 2025</p>\n\n<p>We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.</p>\n\n<p>King’s School is recruiting for an ICT Support Technician Apprentice to join our supportive and ambitious team. The IT department is responsible for resolving any IT related faults quickly and efficiently, including a broad range of queries from resetting passwords to system diagnostics, plus enhancing and developing the IT provision extended within the school and across the Trust.</p>\n\n<p><strong>Apprenticeship Overview</strong></p>\n\n<p><strong>Expected duration</strong>: 16 months</p>\n\n<p><strong>Apprenticeship level</strong>: Advanced (Level 3)<br>\n<strong>Programme: Information Communications Technician – Support Technician Pathway</strong></p>\n\n<p>During this apprenticeship, you will follow a fully supported training programme with LearnTech, delivered through combined weekly remote classroom-based training, workplace assessment/training and online learning working towards completing the L3 Information Communications Technician standard.</p>\n\n<p>The training covers the following core occupational duties: <a href=\"https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/information-communications-technician-v1-2\">https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/information-communications-technician-v1-2</a></p>\n\n<p>Please see the accompanying job description and person specification for further details of the role.</p>\n<h2>About the role</h2><p><strong>We are looking for a candidate who has</strong>:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>a proactive nature and good initiative with the ability to solve problems</li>\n\t<li>excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li>\n\t<li>the ability to be flexible, resilient and resourceful</li>\n\t<li>a good working knowledge of Microsoft office</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p>\n\n<p>King’s School is a Church of England School in the Diocese of Chichester, for students in Years 7 to 13. Our work and relationships are based upon the four core Christian values of Love, Forgiveness, Respect and Responsibility and through these we encourage and support every student and member of staff to be the best that they can be.</p>\n\n<p>At King’s, we take pride in our exceptional track record of academic success and our varied enrichment program, which is integral to our school day. Here are some key features of our school:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Distinctive and tangible Christian ethos and values which creates a diverse and inclusive school community;</li>\n\t<li>Consistently outstanding GCSE results in terms of both attainment and progress;</li>\n\t<li>Innovative teaching practices - our teaching and learning methodologies are designed to engage and inspire our students to provide a well-rounded education for all;</li>\n\t<li>High standards of attendance, behaviour and uniform to ensure an orderly and safe environment in which all students can reach their full potential;</li>\n\t<li>Exceptional pastoral care - our commitment to creating a supportive environment, where every student can be themselves is second to none.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>The school opened its doors to its first cohort of students in September 2013 and moved to its permanent site, a purpose-built facility for all areas of the curriculum, in September 2019.<br>\nThere are currently just over 900 students in years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 and a team of over 90 teachers and support staff.<br>\n </p>\n\n<p><strong>What do others say about us?</strong></p>\n\n<p>The school received its third Ofsted inspection in March 2022 (Section 5 inspection) and retained its rating of good overall with outstanding features. The inspector noted that pupils “are proud to be part of the school community” and that “the school’s provision for their education and welfare makes a significant contribution to their lives”.<br>\nOur most recent staff survey (2023) found that staff feel supported and valued. In particular staff fed back positively on:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Student motivation and behaviour.</li>\n\t<li>Organisation of the school and internal communications.</li>\n\t<li>The rewarding interactions they have with students every day in the classrooms and around the site.</li>\n\t<li>Friendly, professional and supportive colleagues.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><strong>Why join King’s School?</strong></p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>As part of a highly capable, driven and committed team you will contribute to an innovative educational setting fostering academic excellence and personal growth.</li>\n\t<li>You will be joining a supportive community that values passion and creativity and encourages professional development and a sense of belonging.</li>\n\t<li>A rewarding career where you will have the chance to shape the future of education and make a meaningful contribution to students' lives.</li>\n\t<li>Part of a successful Multi-Academy Trust, who strives for excellence in every aspect of education across all their schools.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n\n<p>If you wish to apply for this position, please visit our website for the application form and further information <a href=\"http://www.kingsschoolhove.org.uk/vacancies\">http://www.kingsschoolhove.org.uk/vacancies</a>. Please note that we are only able to accept applications made via our application form. Applications made by C.V. or other application form will be rejected.</p>\n\n<p>Applications will be assessed upon receipt, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. An early application is therefore strongly advised.</p>\n\n<p>RET is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its schools. In order to meet this responsibility, its schools follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. RET requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.</p>\n\n<p>We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To read more about RET’s safer recruitment process, please click on the link. <a href=\"https://russelleducationtrust.org.uk/documents/Policies/PROCEDURE%20-%20Recruitment%20and%20Selection.pdf\">PROCEDURE - Recruitment and Selection.pdf (russelleducationtrust.org.uk)</a></p>\n\n<p>King’s School is a Free School which takes funding from the Department for Education and operates as any other state school. 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We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a <strong>permanent</strong> <strong>Social Worker</strong> to join a well-established and supportive Adult Social Care Team. The team covers the more rural north patch of North Somerset including the towns of Clevedon, Portishead and Nailsea as well as all the surrounding villages. <br><br>We welcome applicants who are Experienced Social Workers and those who are Newly Qualified. We have an excellent ASYE programme for those who are newly qualified or already undergoing their ASYE. Our mentoring programme will enable professional growth and stimulate your professional curiosity assuring outstanding practice.<br><br><strong>We are happy to consider applications for part-time hours.</strong><br><br>Working within key legislative frameworks, including the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, as a Social Worker, you will:<ul> <li>Undertake Care Act Assessments and co-produce care and support plans with individuals, identifying their strengths and assets to determine person-centred outcomes.</li> <li>Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and be involved in Best Interest Decision-making.</li> <li>Hold a manageable caseload and share responsibility for coordinating safeguarding enquiries in a person-centred way.</li> </ul> <br> <br>Using your social work knowledge, skills, and values to promote the rights and choices of people with care and support needs, you will support people to identify and build upon their existing assets as well as access new resources to meet their identified outcomes. This can include supporting positive risk taking by applying defensible decision-making principals to promote and balance the independence, safety, and wellbeing of people with care and support needs.<br><br><strong>We offer:</strong><ul> <li>Access to regular reflective supervision which empowers you to make evidence informed professional judgements drawing on the latest research, theories, legislation, and policy frameworks.</li> <li>The freedom to practice in a truly strength-based way which recognises the importance of prevention and goes beyond traditional case management.</li> <li>Full Learning and Development programme, Quality Assurance Framework and membership to Research in Practice (RIP): providing every member of staff access to their resources.</li> <li>Opportunities to access various training to enhance your skills, knowledge and performance as well as providing the opportunity to train in specific areas and access to regular legal and practice updates.</li> </ul> <br> <br>We are passionate about peer learning and offer group supervision and peer support groups where you can share your experience and learn from others. <br><br>We hold an <strong>annual conference</strong> for our Social Care staff inviting a range of high-profile speakers to the event to demonstrate our investment in our staff as well as provide time to reflect on and challenge our practice.<br><br>Our commitment to our team includes:<ul> <li>An <strong>Annual Staff Awards</strong> event to recognise and celebrate individual and team achievements.</li> <li>A supportive environment where Social Workers are valued for their skills, knowledge, and experience.</li> </ul> <br> <br>Join us in delivering an outstanding service for the most vulnerable residents in North Somerset.<br><br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closed by 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.</strong><br><br><strong>Work Style</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br> <br> <ul> <li>0-1 day in the office</li> <li>Includes field workers who primarily work remotely.</li> <li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Claire Gumus</strong>, <strong>Adult North Team Manager</strong>, on <strong>07825453770 </strong>or at <strong> Claire.gumus@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong><strong>.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Please note: </strong>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 7:- £34,314 - £37,035 per annum (ASYE) to Level 8:- £37,938 - £40,476 per annum (Qualified)\\n","publishDate":"2024-12-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-22T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e68e60d4-53a1-4727-b070-9eca56d32a0a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"40697866-06c6-4cda-b0ef-8304afe92c41","title":"Early Years Nursery Worker (Little Waves Nursery)","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>Little Waves Nursery is one of three maintained nurseries for children aged 2 -3 years old located in Weston-Super-Mare. Little Waves has a Good Ofsted judgement and our dedicated team continually strive to seek innovative ways to further improve and develop practice. We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our aspirational team.<br><br>You will be part of a dynamic work family who support each other and value staff wellbeing and diversity. We are forward thinking and embrace new continuous professional development opportunities including Five to Thrive, Attention-Strategy, Emotion Coaching, Theraplay and evidence informed practice.<br><br>North Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>You will actively contribute and support high quality care and education to children aged 2-3 years attending the nursery, ensuring developmental needs are met. Working positively in partnership with parents/carers whilst creating a safe and nurturing environment as part of the nursery team.<br><br>We are proud of our strong Children's Centre links and the shared core values which are embedded throughout our nursery. We work closely with our families and have effective partnerships with a range of agencies including Family Support Workers, Social Workers and Health Visitors, towards improving the outcomes for our children.<br><br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>To be an early educator and a key person to a key group of children, whilst working under the direction on their room lead.<br><br>They will use their knowledge of the EYFS framework and experience of working with children aged 2 - 5 years, so that they can effectively support children's learning and development, whilst keeping them safe. <br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about early education. You will contribute and provide, value and promote the indoor and outdoor environments.<br><br>It is essential that you actively promote and support the safeguarding of children, ensuring policies and procedures are always observed.<br><br>We need an early educator who has a strong knowledge of the EYFS framework as well as experience working with children aged 2-5 years.<br><br>We are looking for a practitioner who promotes our Nursery's positive values, attitudes (including British Values) and child behaviour, dealing promptly with conflicts and encouraging children to independently find solutions/become problem solvers. Has the ability to build warm and positive relationships with children and their families and a willingness to work as part of a team.<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><br> <br>The successful candidate will need:<ul> <li>Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years and Care</li> <li>English and Maths GSCE Grade C or above (or equivalent)</li> <li>Experience of working in an Early Years environment and providing outstanding care and provision</li> <li>Good communication skills, both written and verbal</li> <li>The ability to build relationships and work in partnership with children and families</li> <li>The practitioner will share the settings passion about children's learning and have a strong knowledge of the EYFS including the ability to plan to support individuals' progress.</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of both child protection/safeguarding and working exclusively with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.</li> <li>Awareness of OFSTED requirements</li> <li>Occasional working in the evenings and weekends</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Paediatric First Aid.</li> <li>Food & Hygiene Certificate</li> <li>Experience of working with children with special educational needs and disabilities</li> <li>Ability to provide a flexible and calm response to children and families.</li> </ul> <br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Lucy Thie, Little Waves Manager,</strong> at <strong> lucy.thie@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>01934 427450.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 4:- £25,584 per annum, pro rata. 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We are forward thinking and embrace new continuous professional development opportunities including Five to Thrive, Attention-Strategy, Emotion Coaching, Theraplay and evidence informed practice.<br><br>North Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed apprentice to join our Little Waves Nursery Team on a fixed term contract basis for 2 years.<br><br>In this role, you will actively contribute and support high quality care and education to children aged 2-3 years attending the nursery, ensuring developmental needs are met. 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We work closely with our families and have effective partnerships with a range of agencies including Family Support Workers, Social Workers, and Health Visitors, towards improving the outcomes for our children.<br><br>As an apprentice you will be supported by a strong, experienced team, with plenty of opportunities to access quality training and professional development.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>You will be reliable, patient and be confident to use your initiative, whilst working under the direction of a room lead.<br><br>You will use your developing knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development to support children's learning and development, whilst keeping them safe.<br><br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.</strong><br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for a caring and dedicated individual who will understand and value the importance of providing outstanding learning and care in a fun, safe environment, giving all children a positive and successful start in life. You will need to be a team player who can also demonstrate initiative, nurture, and joy. You will be reliable, friendly, passionate, reflective, and committed to delivering an outstanding child centred approach to Early Years in keeping with our Little Waves ethos.<br><br>It is essential that you actively promote and support the safeguarding of children, ensuring policies and procedures are always observed.<br><br>We are looking for a practitioner who promotes our nursery's positive values, attitudes (including British Values) and can build warm and positive relationships with children and their families and a willingness to work as part of a team.<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>A competent level of understanding in English.</li> <li>Prepared to be working to achieve level 3 in Early Years Care and Education.</li> <li>Some experience of direct working with children in a Care, Early Years Education and/or Play setting.</li> <li>Understanding of Child development and the needs of young children in a childcare setting.</li> <li>Awareness of the Early Years Foundation Stage.</li> <li>An understanding of children with SEND.</li> <li>Awareness of Safeguarding/Child Protection policies and procedures.</li> <li>Awareness of OFSTED requirements.</li> <li>Occasional working in the evenings and weekends</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Paediatric First Aid.</li> <li>Food & Hygiene Certificate</li> <li>Experience working with children with special educational needs and disabilities.</li> <li>Ability to provide a flexible and calm response to children and families.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Lucy Thie, Nursery Manager</strong> at <strong> lucy.thie@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>07557 849848.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.<br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"App1:- £16,935 per annum, pro rata.","publishDate":"2024-12-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/72d13865-77cf-4e72-816d-05e33e40bb68.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"62deefe1-1c07-4f1e-9eb9-6ace3c75b499","title":"Nursery Room Lead (Little Waves Nursery) - INTERNAL ONLY","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong><br> <br>North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong><br> <br>Do you want a job that makes a difference to young children and families?<br><br>If you do, this is a unique career opportunity not to be missed!<br><br>We have an exciting <strong>secondment opportunity</strong> to gain leadership experience whilst working in a thriving maintained nursery. We are seeking a dedicated Nursery Room Lead to join our team at Little Waves Community Nursery. Within this secondment role, you will be supported by an experienced Deputy and Nursery Manager, to develop new skills and access specific early years leadership training and coaching.<br><br>In this role, you will lead the room, ensuring staff deployment is effective and meets the needs of the children. You will support and oversee the teams lead areas within the room to ensure practice is developing. You will actively contribute and support high quality care and education to children aged 0-5 years attending the nursery, ensuring developmental needs are met and working positively in partnership with parents/carers whilst creating a safe and nurturing environment as part of the nursery team.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>To lead with the planning of the curriculum and delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage; providing safe, creative and inclusive opportunities for children to learn and progress; organising equipment, setting up and facilitating activities.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To act as a Keyworker to a group of children (Approx 14 children based on 1fte), liaising closely with parents/carers to ensure needs are met and progress is made.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To be responsible for ensuring observations of children's learning and development takes place and that the team are determining the most appropriate next steps (ensuring holistic practice is always considered).</li> </ul><ul> <li>To ensure activities are carried out safely and responsibly in accordance with statutory requirements, informing management of concerns.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To follow all policies and procedures and to be mindful of risk assessments throughout day to day duties.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To take a lead on ensuring the provision in the room is of an outstanding quality, supporting and contributing to the settings Quality Improvement and documentation of children's learning experiences.</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. </strong><br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about making a difference to young children and families, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Relevant Level 3 Childcare/Early Years qualification preferable minimum - level 4/5 more desirable.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Maths and English GCSE grade C or above, or equivalent.</li> </ul><ul> <li>An ability to observe and record children's learning and development; when required produce reports relating to this, i.e. IPP's (Individual Progress Plan).</li> </ul><ul> <li>Experience of working with children aged 0-5 and their families.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Understanding of North Somerset's Early Help process and how early intervention can support child development. (Common Assessment Framework).</li> </ul><ul> <li>Understanding of child protection/safeguarding and how this can impact on all aspects of child development, including completion of Safeguarding course.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Has an understanding and awareness of relevant legislation and guidance including, but not exclusively, EYFS, Statutory guidance, SEND, Prevent Duty, relevant safeguarding documents.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Ability to work independently using own initiative.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Ability to work effectively as part of and lead in the room a motivated.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Ability to demonstrate and promote outstanding practice in line with the nursery's ethos.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To be a caring, friendly, approachable, inclusive professional with a strong enthusiasm towards working holistically with children.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Lucy Thie</strong>, <strong>Nursery Manager</strong>, at <strong>lucy.thie@n-somerset.gov.uk</strong> or <strong>01934 427450</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Please note: </strong>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 5:- £27,711 - £30,060 per annum, pro rata","publishDate":"2024-12-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-11T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a7c20994-6884-455b-8abc-090ae9d30843.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"68101903-657c-4f96-af39-df966d9c526f","title":"Teacher of Art - Secondary (Hailsham Community College)","employer":"East Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Hailsham","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2><p><img alt=\"\" height=\"159\" src=\"https://eastsussexgovuk.blob.core.windows.net/media/4169/hcc-logo-black.jpg\" width=\"175\"></p>\n\n<p>Hours of work: 32.5 Hours<br>\nWorking pattern: Full-time</p>\n\n<p>Closing date: 9am Friday 20 December 2024</p>\n\n<p>For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:<br>\nHailsham Community College<br>\nBattle Road<br>\nHailsham<br>\nEast Sussex<br>\nBN27 1DT</p>\n\n<p>Phone:    01323 841468<br>\nEmail:     <a href=\"http://hccat.net\">job.vacancies@hccat.net</a><br>\nWebsite: <a href=\"http://www.hccat.net\">www.hccat.net</a></p>\n\n<p>Please note, we do not accept CVs.</p>\n<h2>About the role</h2><p>Teacher of Art – Required Full Time from April 2025</p>\n\n<p>The Art Department requires an enthusiastic Art teacher with excellent aspirations and classroom management skills and have the ability to teach KS3 Art. We have a long-standing record of supporting our GCSE students to make excellent progress.  We also have a respectable record of results at A Level Art.</p>\n\n<p>You will be joining a small but experienced, motivated and supportive team, who regularly share ideas and resources and are committed to achieving excellence for our students, instilling them with a passion for Art & Design and Media.</p>\n\n<p>The department is situated in a brand new building with purpose built art rooms and a dedicated Art IT suite and the department has well developed projects that we regularly refine to suit our developing interests and the needs of the students. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students to become creative individuals and express themselves through a range of media.</p>\n\n<p>Can you offer the following to the students and teachers of Hailsham Community College Academy Trust:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Values-driven excellent teaching</li>\n\t<li>A real passion for learning</li>\n\t<li>Tenacity to drive and improve the outcomes of all students</li>\n\t<li>Excellent ability to teach at KS3, KS4 and KS5.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>As a valued member of our team at Hailsham Community College Academy Trust we can offer you:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>An excellent and highly supportive Senior Leadership Team / Middle Leadership Team and pastoral team</li>\n\t<li>An excellent commitment to your continued professional development at whatever career stage you’re at!</li>\n\t<li>An excellent school which is committed to consistency of student experience and sustained improvement</li>\n\t<li>The opportunity to join our Corporate Membership to Benenden Health Care and Cycle to Work Scheme</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>If you have the motivation and drive for excellence and want to be a part of an enthusiastic, dedicated and well-resourced team, committed to ensuring that all students make the best possible progress in an ambitious school with the desire to be ‘excellent’, we would be pleased to receive an application from you.</p>\n\n<p>Salary: Teachers Pay Scale Closing Date: 9.00am, Friday 20 December 2024</p>\n\n<p>To apply, please download the Job Pack and Application Form from our website.  Your covering letter should be no more than two sides of A4 (font size 12), should explain your suitability for the Art and Photography aspects of the role,  and answer the question:</p>\n\n<p>How will I ensure that all my students make excellent progress?</p>\n\n<p>Job Pack – Art Teacher</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li><a href=\"\">HCCAT Application Form for Teaching Staff - PDF</a></li>\n\t<li><a href=\"\">HCCAT Application Form for Teaching Staff - Word DOCX</a></li>\n\t<li><a href=\"\">HCCAT Guidance Notes for Completion of Application Form</a></li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Completed applications should be emailed to <a href=\"http://hccat.net\">job.vacancies@hccat.net</a></p>\n\n<p>Please note, we may recruit before the application window closes for the right candidate, and so you are advised submit your application at the earliest opportunity.</p>\n\n<p> To arrange a visit and tour, please contact Reception on 01323 841468</p>\n\n<p>The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance for this Academy. We are also required by law to ensure that any prospective employee is legally entitled to live and work in the UK. You will be required to provide documentation as evidence. Other conditions of employment may apply. We are committed to equality of opportunity and positively welcome applications form all sections of the community.</p>\n\n<p>This post is also covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009. The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2009 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2009 Regulations. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2023 shortlisted applicants may be subject to an online search as part of due diligence checks.</p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2><p>Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.</p>\n\n<p>Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.</p>\n\n<p>The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).</p>\n\n<p>For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.</p>\n\n<p>All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.<br>\n </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 - £49,084","publishDate":"2024-12-06T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-20T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d5bf4965-6da7-47bf-8db1-dbbde3776349.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"809df8d7-1e73-477f-9a26-ed60b3c05e5a","title":"Individual Needs Assistant - With Named Child (Rye Community Primary School)","employer":"East Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Rye","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2><p>Hours of work: 30 Hours<br>\nWorking pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.<br>\n(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)<br>\nFixed term: Until July 2029</p>\n\n<p>Closing date: Friday 13 December 2024</p>\n\n<p>For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:<br>\nRye Community Primary School<br>\nThe Grove<br>\nRye <br>\nEast Sussex<br>\nTN31 7ND</p>\n\n<p>Phone:    01797 222825<br>\nEmail:     <a href=\"http://ryeprimary.co.uk\">office@ryeprimary.co.uk</a><br>\nWebsite: <a href=\"http://www.ryeprimary.co.uk/work-with-us\">www.ryeprimary.co.uk/work-with-us</a></p>\n\n<p>Please note, we do not accept CVs.</p>\n<h2>About the role</h2><p>Rye Community Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Individual Needs Assistant to join our highly motivated team. We are driven by a pursuit of high academic standards regardless of background and a desire for all pupils to experience an exceptional education. We want every child to grow and flourish in our care.</p>\n\n<p>Our ideal candidate will:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Have experience, or interest, in working with children with SEND.</li>\n\t<li>Have experience, or interest, in working in the Early Years Foundation Stage.</li>\n\t<li>Have experience, or interest, in working as an Individual Needs Assistant. </li>\n\t<li>Knowledge of supporting children with language and communication needs.</li>\n\t<li>Be inclusive in their practice with high expectations of all.</li>\n\t<li>Have knowledge of using, or desire to learn, Makaton.</li>\n\t<li>Have good communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team.</li>\n\t<li>Be committed to continual professional learning.</li>\n\t<li>Be a dedicated practitioner with commitment to pupil progress and continual improvement.</li>\n\t<li>Have integrity, optimism and a good sense of humour. </li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>In return, we offer:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues.</li>\n\t<li>A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do. </li>\n\t<li>A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals.</li>\n\t<li>A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the pupils’ life chances.</li>\n\t<li>A school in which the pupils are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.</li>\n\t<li>The support of professionals from within an exciting and outward facing educational trust.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Rye Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding the young people in our care and we expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.</p>\n\n<p>As an employee of the Aquinas Church of England Education Trust you are required to have regard to the character of the Trust and its foundation and to undertake not to do anything in any way contrary to the interests of the foundation.</p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2><p>Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.</p>\n\n<p>Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.<br>\n<br>\nThe Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking dedicated and experienced Social Workers to join our Children in Care Team. The Children in Care team provide Social Work services to children and young people who are in the care of North Somerset Council and have a care plan to remain in care on a long term basis. Our team work closely with the Fostering Service, Leaving Care Service and Virtual School.<br><br><strong>We have two permanent positions available, one full time, 37hrs position and one part time, 22.2hrs position. </strong><br><br>We are looking for qualified Social Workers who have the necessary skills, experience and motivation to promote positive outcomes for children in care. The team work well together, and you will be supported by regular supervision.<br><br>In this role, you will be the allocated social worker for a number of children and young people who are in care and whose care plan is long term care. You will undertake assessments, care planning and therapeutic interventions to support children in care. You will work collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.<br><br>You will be supported by a strong and consistent senior management team, with a manageable caseload, high quality reflective supervision working in supportive and creative social work teams.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Working collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.</li> <li>Working with a small number of children and families, to achieve permanence and the best possible long-term outcomes for children in care.</li> <li>Continuously improve your practice by developing your knowledge and skills through post qualifying training.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.</strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Children, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br> <br><ul> <li>Be a <strong>qualified Social Worker</strong> (with a Social Work England Registration) with a passion for working with children and their families to help improve their outcomes and to keep them safe from harm using a strengths-based approach.</li> <li>Have sound knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, including a clear understanding of 'Working Together to Safeguard Children' and fostering regulations and legislation.</li> <li>Have an ability to build effective relationships with children, young people and families.</li> <li>Develop purposeful and productive outcome focused relationships with children, young people, and their parents/carers based upon partnership and mutual respect.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact: <strong>Dianah Griffiths Interim Head of Service for Corporate Parenting,</strong> via email: Dianah.Griffith@n-somerset.gov.uk <br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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Provide support to the statutory surveys for Adult Social Care undertaking both quantitative and qualitative analysis.<br><br>Collaborate with others to produce data and insights that are essential to CQC and directorate assurance programmes of work. Respond to Freedom of Information Requests and other adhoc reporting requests in order to inform Adult Social Care and Housing or other areas of the council as required. Information, data, feedback and analysis is the heart of what we do, to understand the needs of our population now and into the future.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Extract data using SQL</li> <li>Visualise data using Power BI</li> <li>Contribute towards statutory data collections and surveys for Adult Social Care and Housing</li> <li>Contribute towards developing data analytics to project future demand</li> <li>Develop ways to improve data accuracy and quality</li> <li>Respond to Freedom of Information Requests and any other adhoc requests for information, data and analysis</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>Work Style</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.<br><br>This role falls into the category of <strong>Mobile Worker</strong> which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br> <br> <ul> <li>0-1 day in the office</li> <li>Includes field workers who primarily work remotely.</li> <li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about data, analysis and preferably Adult Social Care and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Demonstrable experience of using SQL to extract data from a data warehouse</li> <li>Demonstrable experience of using Power BI</li> <li>Knowledge of Adult Social Care and Housing</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Advanced knowledge of Adult Social Care and Housing</li> <li>Recognised qualification in Power BI / SQL</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our<strong> vision and values </strong>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. 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