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Job Title: Ecology Adviser Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Countywide Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing the natural environment? Would you like to play a key role in shaping the future of biodiversity and placemaking across Hertfordshire?We’re seeking an experienced Ecologist to join our friendly and knowledgeable LEADS team (Landscape, Ecology, Archaeology, Development &amp; Sustainability). This is a fantastic opportunity to influence planning and development decisions, ensuring ecological considerations are embedded at every stage.<h4>About the role</h4>As an Ecologist, you will provide expert advice to Hertfordshire’s planning authorities and developers, helping to ensure that biodiversity, habitat protection, and ecological enhancement are central to planning decisions. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Reviewing planning applications and local plans to assess ecological impacts.</li><li>Supporting the implementation of deliver Biodiversity Net Gain and helping to deliver the Local Nature Recovery Strategy.</li><li>Advising on site surveys, mitigation strategies, and opportunities for ecological enhancement.</li><li>Collaborating with planners, developers, and designers to promote nature-positive outcomes.</li><li>Representing the natural environment in policy-making, master planning, and placemaking discussions.</li><li>Engaging with local and national networks, including ALGE and CIEEM.</li></ul>This is an exciting time to join us, as new legislation and strategies are raising the profile of ecology in national and planning government. You’ll have the opportunity to influence real change and contribute to a greener, more sustainable Hertfordshire.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Requirements:<ul><li>18 month professional ecological experience in planning or consultancy</li></ul><ul><li>Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in ecology or a related field.</li></ul><ul><li>A strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, planning policy, and protected species.</li></ul><ul><li>Strong understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain, Local Nature Recovery Strategies, and protected species legislation.</li><li>Experience and familiarity in habitats assessments, surveying and reports.</li></ul><ul><li>Passionate about promoting the value of the natural environment in planning and development.</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and speak confidently to a range of audiences.</li><li>Comfortable working across teams and organisations to deliver shared goals.</li><li>Ability to negotiate and take a pragmatic approach to ecological outcomes.</li></ul><ul><li>Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li></ul><ul><li>Hold a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Postgraduate qualification in ecology, biology, or environmental planning.</li><li>Experience with GIS and ecological data analysis.</li><li>Familiarity with biological recording networks and stakeholder organisations (e.g. Natural England, Environment Agency).</li><li>Understanding of how nature and culture intersect in placemaking and policy.</li><li>Have a working knowledge of the planning system.</li><li>Evidence of any relevant conservation and/or habitat management experience.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Technical Services, level TEC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Technical servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:daniel.phillips@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">daniel.phillips@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Simon.Richards1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Simon.Richards1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: TBCBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Ecology Adviser

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About Watford Borough Council: Watford is an urban borough in South West Hertfordshire; the borough has excellent transport links with mainline rail connections to London. Watford is the centre of a sub-region serving around 500,000 people living within a 20 minute travelling time catchment. As part of the London commuter belt, Watford is strongly influenced by London, which brings the benefits of a buoyant economy. At a glance: - £1.4bn local investment happening – mix of public and private funding - 5 major development and regeneration projects happening - 3,500 registered businesses - Higher than average working age population - Skilled workforce - Home to many major international head offices Watford is big enough to be bold and small enough for you to make a difference. We are one of a handful of local authorities with a directly elected mayor providing stability and strong leadership. Contract: 7 month fixed term contract Hours: 15 hours per week Salary: £33,106 per annum (pro rata) The Role As a Licensing Officer, you will oversee a wide range of the Council's licensing functions, ensuring strict adherence to legal and policy standards. Key responsibilities include: • Serving as a point of contact for all licensing enquiries from customers, partners, and members. • Managing face to face operational requirements and promptly responding to phone and email enquiries. • Administering online booking systems, processing payments, and facilitating essential services for customers. • Identifying and resolving instances of non-compliance with policy or statutory requirements through engagement with licence holders. • Escalating unresolved issues to senior management as needed. • You will be responsible for managing licensing functions including taxis and private hire vehicles, alcohol, entertainment, gambling, late-night refreshment premises, charity collections, street traders, pavement licences, lotteries, and various minor licences. If you have a strong grasp of regulatory frameworks, excellent communication skills, and thrive in a role where attention to detail and compliance are crucial, we encourage you to apply. What were looking for? Join our team as a Licensing Officer and contribute to ensuring compliance and efficiency across the Council's licensing functions. We're seeking a candidate who can: • Demonstrate understanding or previous experience in local authority licensing functions, including the Licensing Act 2003, Gambling Act 2005, hackney carriage and private hire licensing, and other local licensing regulations. • Exhibit proven ability to prioritise, plan effectively, and manage time to consistently meet challenging deadlines. • Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written, capable of engaging effectively with diverse audiences. • Implement a risk-based approach to uphold licensing objectives and adhere to the Council’s Compliance Policy, including promptly addressing non-compliance issues. If you are passionate about licensing, eager to ensure regulatory compliance, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply! A basic DBS check will be carried out. Closing Date: 14 December 2025

Licensing Officer

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We have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Services Monitoring Officer to join us!
Previous applicants need not re-apply.&nbsp;
This is a full-time, permanent role based out and about in the borough with hybrid working, and a salary of £32,962 - £36,791 per annum. About us: The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the&nbsp;wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically&nbsp;productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse. Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Environmental Services Monitoring Officer to join our Environmental Services team. The Role: This role will report into the Waste &amp; Cleansing Contracts Manager and will carry out the day to day monitoring of the council’s recycling, waste and cleansing service contracts for an allocated geographical area and liaise with contractors to resolve issues. Your role will involve:
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<li>Identifying service failures and issues and taking appropriate action.</li>
<li>Investigating and responding to service delivery complaints and resolving or escalating as required.</li>
<li>Ensuring performance data is recorded to support decision-making and contract management.</li>
<li>Assisting in the monitoring of leisure and grounds maintenance contracts.</li>
<li>Providing administration and data support for contracts and projects.</li>
<li>Providing advice and information to any local groups, individuals, council officers and members, landowners and other organisations.</li>
<li>Supporting activity to increase the involvement of residents, schools and community groups in looking after their areas so that cleaner and greener neighbourhoods are self-sustaining.</li>
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 What we are looking for: 
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<li>A good understanding of environmental services, including recycling and waste management.</li>
<li>Ability to deal with difficult situations calmly and effectively.</li>
<li>Experience of working with suppliers monitoring the effectiveness of contracts.</li>
<li>The ability to work with minimal supervision in a busy environment whilst prioritising and organising a varying workload.</li>
<li>Experience of investigating and responding to complaints and service requests.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, in person and in writing.</li>
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What we offer:
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<li>32 days annual leave</li>
<li>Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.</li>
<li>Free employee parking close to the offices.</li>
<li>Give As You Earn scheme.</li>
<li>Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.</li>
<li>Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.</li>
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RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.&nbsp;
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview dates: Week beginning 12th January 2026
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Anna Humphries, Waste &amp; Cleansing Contracts Manager on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:anna.humphries@rbwm.gov.uk" target="_blank">anna.humphries@rbwm.gov.uk</a>

Environmental Services Monitoring Officer

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We have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Services Behavioural Change Officer to join us!
Previous applicants need not re-apply.&nbsp;
This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £32,962 - £36,791 per annum.
About us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire,&nbsp;one of the most economically&nbsp;productive and innovative&nbsp;areas of the country. The borough council - a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Environmental Services Behavioural Change Officer to join our Environmental Services team.
The Role:
You will develop innovative and effective engagement strategies to drive behaviour change by engaging directly with the service provider, residents and businesses to increase recycling, reduce waste and raise cleansing awareness, enabling the council to meet government and local recycling, cleansing and carbon targets. You will report to the Waste &amp; Cleansing Contracts Manager.
Your role will involve:
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<li>Researching, designing, coordinating and implementing a programme of tailor-made engagement strategies and initiatives relating to all aspects of recycling, waste minimisation and street cleansing to deliver sustained behaviour change.</li>
<li>Developing and piloting approaches to engagement to effect behaviour change in local communities, creating bespoke plans to meet local needs across the borough and ensuring ambitious waste reduction and increased recycling goals are met.</li>
<li>Monitoring and evaluating the success of engagement strategy delivery, addressing areas of concern promptly and making recommendations for continuous improvements.</li>
<li>Supporting activity to increase the involvement of residents, schools and community groups in looking after their areas so that cleaner and greener neighbourhoods are self-sustaining.</li>
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What we are looking for:
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<li>Excellent communicator</li>
<li>Enthusiastic, proactive and a team player</li>
<li>Proven track record of behavioural change within communities and understanding of how change is made through engagement</li>
<li>Can work on own initiative, whilst actively participating in a team environment</li>
<li>Has strong partnership working skills with colleagues and diverse communities</li>
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What we offer:
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<li>32 days annual leave</li>
<li>Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.</li>
<li>Free employee parking close to the offices.</li>
<li>Give As You Earn scheme.</li>
<li>Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.</li>
<li>Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.</li>
</ul>
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
&nbsp;Interview dates:&nbsp;Week beginning 12th January 2026
&nbsp;If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Anna Humphries, Waste &amp; Cleansing Contracts Manager on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:anna.humphries@rbwm.gov.uk" target="_blank">anna.humphries@rbwm.gov.uk</a>

Environmental Services Behavioural Change Officer

Job Title: Habilitation Specialist Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 pa pro rata (actual £32,691 - £35,729) Hours: 37.0 Term Time Only (39 weeks) Location: Based in either Hemel Hempstead or Stevenage, with travel countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Vision Impairment Team provides specialist support to Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CYPVI), promoting access to education, supporting the development of essential skills for independence and as part of preparation for adulthood.&nbsp;The Vision Impairment Team work closely with families, educators, and other professionals to ensure consistent, person-centred support that enables each CYPVI to thrive both educationally and socially.<h4>About the role</h4>The role of the Qualified Habilitation Specialist is to provide expert habilitation work of an excellent standard. This includes delivering tailored habilitation training - orientation, mobility, and independent living skills - across home, school, and settings.Key Responsibilities:Under the supervision and line management of a Lead Teacher for Vision Impairment, you will:<ul><li>Co-ordinate all aspects of the provision of habilitation (orientation, mobility and independent daily living skills) training for CYPVI.</li><li>Assess, develop, deliver and monitor the habilitation (orientation, mobility and independent/daily living skills) needs of individual CYPVI, in agreement with the CYPVI and/or, where appropriate, Parents/Carers and others.</li><li>Undertake environmental audits in the setting/school, as required.</li><li>Undertake appropriate risk assessments and advise schools/education settings on specific risk management strategies e.g. for school trips/activities.</li><li>Deliver appropriate individual habilitation training for CYPVI in a range of settings (e.g. homes, Early Years settings, schools, colleges and public places, including public transport, of relevance to the CYPVI and their needs).</li><li>Undertake home visits and when appropriate, work in the evenings according to individual needs of CYPVI.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to Parents/Carers, and other professionals in order to ensure habilitation training and independent/daily living skills in the school and home settings is complementary and consistent.</li><li>Provide support in habilitation for CYPVI at times of transition to and between educational settings.</li><li>Liaise with Parents/Carers, Teachers, support staff and other professionals within educational settings regarding the habilitation needs of CYPVI.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of habilitation provision for CYPVI on caseload and write reports as appropriate.</li><li>Contribute to the EHC Plan assessment process and annual EHC Plan Review, as appropriate.</li><li>Contribute to the planning and delivery of countywide training for Staff working with CYPVI and for peer groups.</li><li>Support multi-agency working by developing and maintaining links with other professionals involved with the education and support of CYPVI (e.g. QTVI, Rehabilitation Officers for Adults, Sensory Services).</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues both within and outside SEND SAS, including the Delivering Special Provision Locally Partnerships, to promote early intervention and assessment.</li><li>Participate in and, on occasions, organise extra-curricular activities for CYPVI as part of their habilitation training.</li><li>Review the Aims and Objectives for the delivery of Habilitation Training, taking account of the outcomes specified in the ‘Quality Standards –Delivery of Habilitation Training (Mobility and Independent Living Skills) for Children and Young People with Visual Impairment (2nd edition - 2022)’.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of current thinking, research and relevant developments in the area of habilitation and habilitation training, in order to improve and further develop service provision.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working with children and young people with SEND in an educational, health or social care setting.</li><li>Strong communication skills with children, families and professionals.</li><li>Knowledge of SEND legislation and Education Health Care Plans.</li><li>Ability to maintain accurate records and write professional reports.</li><li>Well-organised and able to meet deadlines.</li><li>Proficient in ICT.</li><li>Ability to work independently and contribute as part of the wider team within the service.</li><li>Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and continued professional development.</li><li>Full UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle, or ability to travel independently.</li><li>If you do not hold the mandatory qualification - a willingness to undertake and attain the qualification - Specialist Qualification in Habilitation and Disabilities of Sight (Children and Young People) Graduate Diploma.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>You will hold either a BSc (Hons) Habilitation Work (with CYP) or Graduate Diploma in Habilitation and Disabilities of Sight (with CYP) or be in the final year of working towards one of these qualifications.</li><li>If qualified, you will hold and maintain registration with Habilitation VI UK and/or RWPN and be able to evidence continued professional development (CPD) relevant to vision impairment and habilitation.</li><li>Experience in delivering habilitation training to CYPVI.</li><li>Experience of delivering training to adults.</li><li>Skilled in assessing needs, planning, and delivering mobility and Independent Living Skills programmes.</li><li>Confident conducting environmental audits and risk assessments.</li></ul>This is a rewarding role that requires patience, creativity, and adaptability. The successful postholder will be adept at tailoring training and building trust.This position builds transferable skills in assessment, planning, and multi-agency collaboration and has a direct impact upon a CYPVI’s confidence and community inclusion.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Rebecca.Payne@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rebecca.Payne@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Dates:28th January, in person at our Farnham House, Stevenage offices, or&nbsp;30th January, in person at our Apsley, Hemel Hempstead officesBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Job Title: Local Authority Designated Officer Starting Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,460 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The LADO service is the Local Authority’s statutory function for managing and overseeing allegations and concerns against professionals who work with children. The LADOs have a key role to provide specialist advice, guidance and training to organisations who employ staff in the children’s workforce and provide services to children in Hertfordshire. The service has a statutory responsibility to ensure the necessary investigations are carried out where necessary considering multifaceted perspectives of employment, child protection, criminal and regulation ensuring staff are treated fairly and supported to improve practice where possible but also to ensure those responsible for managing staff do so effectively making sure risks to children from the workforce are mitigated and reported to the necessary bodies such as DBS. The team members hold a significant amount of safeguarding experience, the service is fast paced with staff undertaking fast paced and complex child protection activities on a duty basis working with a vast range of statutory agencies, partner agencies and regulatory bodies. The role regulatory involves critically challenging and escalating concerns at a senior level. <h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>To manage and oversee the allegations management process in line with current local and national safeguarding procedures and guidance issued by the Department for Education and Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children Partnership, including the identification of those at risk or in need of protection, determining with the employer the most suitable method of intervention.</li><li>To manage and oversee individual cases from all partner agencies of the Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children’s Partnership employing or supplying staff to the children’s workforce.</li><li>To chair LADO meetings that look at an allegation against an individual working in the children’s workforce and agreeing decisions and actions, ensuring the accuracy of notes, their timely distribution and accurate recording on the agreed systems.</li><li>To disseminate the outcomes of processes as appropriate and work with employers to ensure that referrals of cases to the Disclosure and Barring Service and the relevant professional regulatory body are made appropriately.</li><li>To identify cases requiring additional media and communications protocols and bring those to the attention of senior managers.</li><li>Manage the recording systems that provide clear audit trails about decision making, planning and recommendations in all processes relating to the management of allegations against individuals working in the children’s workforce.</li><li>To ensure an effective communication strategy with all partner agencies in respect of process developments and updates, and establish links with other LADOs (regionally and nationally) to ensure sharing of best practice for continuous improvement and effective cross border working.</li><li>To implement performance management systems, providing timely and accurate performance data and inform reports to Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children Partnership and ensure that learning from cases is fed back into improving practice so that safer cultures are embedded and children are better protected.</li><li>To manage the submission of data relating to allegations against staff and volunteers to the Department for Education when required.</li><li>To liaise as necessary with representatives of other Local Authorities in respect of position of trust abuse issues that span council boundaries.</li><li>To assist and support agencies and employers in their practice by providing advice, guidance, and training in relation to managing allegations made against people who come onto contact with children in their working environment.</li></ul>To represent the Local Authority as LADO in relation to service development across the region, as required.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Social work qualification and active registration with Social Work England. For an applicant to be considered without a social work qualification, they will need to demonstrate extensive experience of holding LADO roles.</li><li>Extensive knowledge and experience in safeguarding, in particular child protection</li><li>Knowledge of current research and reports concerning child protection issues</li><li>Ability to deal with complex practice and legal issues relating to allegations management</li><li>Knowledge of key agencies and partners who need to be involved in the investigation of allegations</li><li>Detailed knowledge of relevant regulations and guidance on child protection, safer recruitment and allegations management within the legal frameworks outlined in The Children Act, Working Together to Safeguarding Children, Sexual Offences Act, Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act and local child protection procedures</li><li>Knowledge of regulations in relation to employment issues</li><li>Experience and understanding of disciplinary procedures in various settings</li><li>Extensive experience of child protection systems and advising on the handling and management of child protection cases</li><li>Competent skills in quality assurance and escalations, including those to senior managers, directors and at times professional or regulatory bodies.</li><li>Ability to meet statutory deadlines, manage own workload and ensure timely recording of outcomes</li><li>Ability to critically analyse individual agency policies and procedures relevant to an allegation, and challenge or advise actions to improve and implement safer cultures and practice</li><li>Ability to lead and chair complex and multifaceted child protection investigations</li><li>Understanding of risk assessments in the context of keeping children and the workforce safe</li><li>Developing positive working relationships with internal partners (for example HR) and with organisations who are employers of the children’s workforce</li><li>Able to consistently meet the set practice standards for the LADO</li><li>Producing reports from the outcomes of allegations</li><li>Able to proficiently use the local client recording system</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Have had experience at team manager level with at least 5 years post qualifying experience in child protection</li><li>Experience in delivering training in multi-disciplinary settings on child protection issues and allegations management</li><li>Ability to implement necessary change as a result of new guidance or findings from audits and inspections</li><li>Writing policies and procedures</li><li>Supporting support agencies and partners to improve and develop their systems</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Kassiane Papageorgiou (<a href="mailto:kassiane.papageorgiou@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">kassiane.papageorgiou@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Permanent&nbsp; Ref:&nbsp; H7210 The opportunity has arisen for this vacancy within the Private Sector Housing Team. You will regulate Private sector housing in Dacorum and where required take enforcement action against landlords and liable parties with the aim to raise standards. This role will also support landlords and tenants in the private rented sector to understand their rights and responsibilities and play a key role in preventing homelessness. You will be required to carry out inspections and take statutory action/s relating to private sector dwellings including houses in multiple occupation to ensure adequate standards. Establish property conditions and in particular identify category 1 or category 2 hazards and the most appropriate course of action in case work with regards to Housing Health and Safety Rating System assessment, the enforcement policy of the council and legislative powers. You will be undertaking inspections of properties and taking enforcement actions when required on behalf of the service including HMO inspections, immigration visits, property inspections, HHSRS inspections and empty homes work. The role will also include you taking appropriate action, including prohibition orders, notices, civil penalties and prosecutions, when landlords and/or liable parties have failed to comply with legal responsibilities or breached license requirements required.&nbsp; You will have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to achieve defined performance targets. Support the Assistant Director, Group Manager and Team Leader as part of the service team, in delivering the corporate vision, values and strategic priorities of the Council. Act as advisor to the Assistant Director, Head of Service, Manager and Senior Management on the allocated service. Work in collaboration with other services and senior management to ensure that services are joined up appropriately and are aligned to the achievement of the Council’s aims and objectives. Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. An Enhanced check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.

Dacorum Borough Council

Private Sector Enforcement Officer

Job Title: Service Manager for Services for Young People Starting Salary: £61,443 progressing to £68,775 per annum Hours: 37 per week Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Our vision is to meet the needs of young people who face challenges in education, their community or home life, to ensure a successful transition to adulthood.Hertfordshire County Council Services for Young People (SfYP) supports young people to achieve their potential by delivering high-quality youth work, careers education, information, advice and guidance, as well as work-related learning and work experience opportunities. We review and maintain Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) for young people aged 16 and over, ensuring they receive the support they need post year 11.The service works in schools, colleges, community venues and young people’s centres, using a variety of approaches and methods during the day, evenings and weekends.<h4>About the role</h4>Responsible for a multi-disciplinary team of Careers Education IAG Advisers, Youth Workers, EHCP Coordinators, Employment Training Advisers, and other professionals across Stevenage and North Herts.You will have strong recent and relevant operational performance management experience and skills and a proven track record of developing a culture of high performance and achievement, at pace.As a member of the senior leadership team, you will have countywide strategic lead responsibilities for one or more service priority areas.In addition to core funded work, the team delivers contracted services in schools and colleges such as careers guidance and work-related learning.You will be required to show strong leadership; be innovative, flexible, motivational, have good attention to detail, work at speed, and can engage and negotiate with a wide range of partners from schools / colleges, employers / businesses, district / borough councils, the voluntary sector, other education providers and elected members.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>JNC qualified or Level 6 Careers Guidance qualified.</li><li>Strong leadership and current successful operational performance management experience</li><li>Thrive in a fast-moving multidisciplinary environment - successfully achieving deadlines, at pace.</li><li>Full driving Licence and daily access to a vehicle.</li><li>ICT competent including data and performance analysis</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM14 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:headofsfyp@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">headofsfyp@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 14th January 2026Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>HCC SfYP Service Manager Job Info December 2025.pdf</li></ul> 





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Service Manager for Services for Young People

Job Title: Specialist Advisory Teacher - (Qualified Teacher of Children and Young People with Vision Impairment – QTVI) Starting Salary: £32,916 - £52,490 pa + SEN - Hertfordshire locally agreed Teachers minimum and upper pay range Hours: 32.5 Location: Hertfordshire - based in either Hemel Hempstead or Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Would you like to make a difference to the lives of children and young people in Hertfordshire? This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the SEND Specialist Advice and Support Service (SEND SAS) who have a vacancy for a Specialist Advisory Teacher (Qualified Teacher of Children and Young People with Vision Impairment – QTVI).Our SEND SAS teams work with babies, children and young people with a range of special educational needs.In this role you can enjoy the support of a very experienced and dedicated team working together to improve the outcomes for CYP with Vision Impairment.<h4>About the role</h4>This role is peripatetic, working with babies, children and young people with vision impairment (CYPVI) aged 0-25 years, their families and educational settings (Early Years/School/College) to facilitate provision and enable best outcomes.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Responsible for ensuring that the educational and developmental progress of CYPVI is met, in line with the Hertfordshire Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Strategy and HCC’s strategic objectives.</li><li>Holding your own caseload, organising visits and writing reports.</li><li>There will be many opportunities to work collaboratively with specialists within our Team and other agencies; each day is different.</li><li>Working with Parents/Carers and Health professionals from the point of diagnosis to support vision and/or tactile development, language development, social/emotional wellbeing and independence skills</li><li>Provide effective high-quality advice and support to children, young people, their families, and educational settings including the development, delivery and evaluation of training packages.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Educated to degree level, hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)</li><li>Extensive years’ experience of relevant and successful teaching experience, including recent classroom experience, practice knowledge in the area of vision impairment or be employed within an advisory service</li><li>Knowledge of SEND legislation and Education Health Care Plans</li><li>Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and continued professional development</li><li>Willingness to undertake and attain the mandatory qualification to teach children and young people with vision impairment</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>Proficient in ICT</li><li>Ability to work independently and contribute as part of the wider team within the service</li><li>Well-organised and able to meet deadlines</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence and regular access to a vehicle, or ability to travel independently</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Hold the mandatory qualification to teach children and young people with vision impairment or in the final year of working towards this qualification</li></ul>The Vision Impairment Team welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. Hertfordshire champions Equality and Fairness.&nbsp;We are a Disability Confident employer, and we encourage people to contact us using their chosen communication method.We can offer you a friendly, supportive working environment, a full induction and ongoing professional development. If this seems like the opportunity for you, we would welcome your application.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.To hear more about this opportunity please contact&nbsp;Rebecca Payne at <a href="mailto:rebecca.payne@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.payne@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or&nbsp;Sharon Hill at <a href="mailto:sharon.hill@hertordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sharon.hill@hertordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Dates:28th January in person at our Farnham House, Stevenage offfices; and30th January in person at our Apsley, Hemel Hempstead offices Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job outline, to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employerand guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>Specialist Advisory Teacher - Visual Impairment Job Outline.pdf</li></ul> 





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Specialist Advisory Teacher

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Are you passionate about supporting young minds and making a real difference in the classroom?
We’re looking for a dedicated, energetic, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team!
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Identify strategies to help overcome individual pupils’ barriers to learning</li><li>Be prepared to use humour and restorative practice to ensure a child-centred approach</li><li>Support the transition of new pupils arriving or existing pupils returning to school, putting the necessary support in place to overcome any barriers to learning</li><li>Provide in class support as necessary to meet the needs of the school.</li><li>Liaise with other staff to monitoring pupils’ behaviour and well being</li><li>Build positive relations with parents/carers to encourage family involvement in their child’s progress</li><li>Communicate with parents/carers about specific support in place for their child.</li></ul>
What we’re looking for:
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<li>A team player who will uphold the mission, values and goals of Leaways School</li><li>A can-do attitude</li><li>Great communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Experience working with children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs including autism in an educational setting</li><li>A passion for education and helping students thrive</li></ul>
Why work for us?
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<li>Supportive and friendly school community</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li><li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li></ul>
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.
When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
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<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li><li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Generous life cover</li></ul>
Who are we?
Leaways School is an independent specialist day school in Clapton, for children and young people aged between the ages of 7 and 17. The school provides a safe learning environment for children and young people with
social, emotional and mental health needs including autism and an
EHC Plan. We also have a dedicated primary unit taking children from 7 years old. We aim to offer as close to a mainstream experience as possible but provide the additional care and support needed around each young person to enable them to thrive.
Leaways School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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Kedleston Group

Teaching Assistant (Level 1)

<h2>About the job</h2><h2>Purpose of the job:</h2>To ensure the safe and smooth transition of passengers, staff and airport users whilst maintaining the highest level of customer service and satisfaction at all times.<h2>Training:</h2>To prepare you for taking on the role, you’ll undergo a&nbsp;six-week&nbsp;training period. The&nbsp;six weeks&nbsp;are on a 09:00-17:00 Monday-Friday schedule, based at the terminal at the airport. This will consist of both classroom and operational training.<h2>About you</h2><h2>Eligibility criteria:</h2>You must be able to read, write and speak fluent English, whilst additional language skills are desirable but not compulsory. Our Security Officers are required by legislation to have full-colour vision and the capability to appropriately perform a range of duties. It’s also important that you are physically fit as the role will require you to spend periods of time sitting, standing, bending and walking. The minimum age requirement is 18 due to clearance legislation.You will also be required to pass through a range of referencing and vetting checks, including a Criminal Record Check and Counter Terrorism Check. You must also have lived in the UK for at least 3 years with a 5-year work history, unless in education.&nbsp;Start date: Feb 2026.<h2>Application process</h2>*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Please do no apply on this site&nbsp; &nbsp; *To apply please visit:<a href="https://www.london-luton.co.uk/aviation-security-officer" target="_blank">https://www.london-luton.co.uk/aviation-security-officer</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1675167&amp;ptId=12112" target="_blank">download: Document1.docx</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

LLA Aviation Security Officer

Job Title: Supported Living &amp; Short Breaks Manager Starting Salary: £48,226 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Fixed Term or Secondment opportunity for 9 months Directorate: Adult Care ServicesSecondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>About the team</h4>Scarborough house is a Supported Living and Short Break service offering support to adults with learning disabilities and varying disabilities such as epilepsy, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. The Short Break service is a CQC registered 7 bedded service. The Supported Living service is made up of 3 different Bungalow’s on site supporting a total of 16 adults across the service.The ethos of the service is to enable people who live or stay at Scarborough house to have full and varied lives whilst supporting and promoting their independence.We are currently looking to offer this opportunity to a person who has some managerial experience and wants to further their career in a dynamic setting. The manager is required to oversee the operational management of this service and collaboratively better the lives of the people we support. As the service manager, you will be required to register with the Care Quality Commission, be accountable for ensuring the safe and effective delivery of the service and will be responsible for meeting required standards of staffing, in accordance with the Health &amp; Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>To manage support for adults with disabilities whilst taking responsibility for all practice and ongoing support planning, ensuring all staff are aware of and meet the requirements of the Care Quality Commission.</li><li>Lead effective communication and liaison with Social Work Teams, Community Learning Disability Teams (CLDT), Health Professionals, Brokerage team, other service managers, and transition teams working with young adults.</li><li>Build positive relationships with people utilising the service, their families and carers.</li><li>Developing and empowering staff to support adults with disabilities, of which, some are extremely complex.</li><li>You will monitor staff performance, provide support, recognise talent, and implement appropriate individual career and development plans.</li><li>Responsible for advising on and developing policies, procedures, and operational systems to reflect the aims and objectives of the service.</li><li>Responsible for personnel and employee relations, including grievances, ill health, and disciplinary procedures. Responsibility for the recruitment and induction of all staff in line with the General Social Work Council Code of Practice and Care Standards Act 2000.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>RQF (Formerly QCF) Level 4 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.</li><li>CQC Registration with the service if application is successful</li><li>Managerial experience in a social care setting</li><li>Experience of working within regulatory body frameworks ie CQC or PAMMS</li><li>Experience working with adults with disabilities</li><li>Experience with grievances, ill health, and disciplinary procedures</li><li>Experience with recruitment</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careIf you would like to arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:lorraine.taylor@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">lorraine.taylor@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>Interview Date: 18 December 2025, or as and when applications are received.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Supported Living & Short Breaks Manager

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £53,460 - £56,681 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAs Designated Social Care Officer, you will be responsible for the strategic development, operational delivery, and continuous improvement of Children’s Services and statutory social work interventions relating to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).You will act as the lead officer for Social Care within the Local Area SEND Service, influencing the design and delivery of services that reflect the needs and voices of children, young people, and families. Working closely with NHS and Department for Education colleagues, you will help shape a coherent, joined-up SEND strategy that meets our legal duties under the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice (2015).Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide strategic leadership for social care elements of the Local Area SEND strategy.</li><li>Collaborate with multi-agency partners to design and deliver integrated, person-centred services.</li><li>Use intelligence, data, and insight to inform service development and drive performance.</li><li>Champion the voice of children, young people, and families – ensuring they are heard and reflected in decisions.</li><li>Strengthen cross-sector relationships, including with education, health, voluntary sector partners, and the Parent Carer Forum (EPIC Luton).</li><li>Support the transition of young people with SEND into adulthood through effective cross-agency planning.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship<h2>About you</h2>You are a dynamic, influential professional with deep expertise in SEND and a strong background in social care. You are passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children and families and bring strategic thinking, partnership-building, and a solution-focused mindset.You will bring:<ul><li>A recognised professional qualification in Social Work.</li><li>Significant experience leading and developing SEND services in collaboration with multi-agency partners.</li><li>A strong track record of motivating and managing teams to achieve performance outcomes.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of key SEND legislation and policies, including the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice, and equalities legislation.</li><li>Proven ability to increase participation of families in service design and delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills – with the ability to work across all levels and sectors.</li><li>Experience of preparing high-quality reports and strategic briefings to shape service direction.</li></ul>Why Join Us?This is a rare opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future of SEND services in Luton. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative leadership team committed to innovation, inclusion, and co-production. We offer a supportive work environment where your expertise will directly contribute to improving outcomes for children and families across the borough.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1662946&amp;ptId=12109" target="_blank">download: PREF105708 M5 Designated Social Care Officer for SEND - JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1662947&amp;ptId=12109" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Designated Social Care Officer for SEND

Job Title: Family Practitioner - 0-25 Disability Team Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 pa Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage - with travel countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The 0-25 Together Service is a fantastic example of what happens when likeminded people come together to deliver specialist services for disabled children, young people, young adults and their families. We are a multi-disciplinary team of child and adult focussed professionals who serve the needs of our population.&nbsp; Together we strive to make sure that the citizens we serve enjoy as much independence as possible, while reaching their full potential. We want them to be able to take part in their local community and find stability and fulfilment as they move into adulthood.<h4>About the role</h4>This is an exciting opportunity for Family Practitioners within the 0-25 Together Service to work closely with disabled children in partnership with their families and alongside education and health professionals.&nbsp;You will be based in a locality team where you will work with a variety of children and young people. You will work autonomously and will be responsible for a caseload of children and families.&nbsp; You will support social work&nbsp;professionals by delivering Family Help, listening to families, recording their needs and considering ways in which local resources might help support improvements to their situations.&nbsp;Your primary focus will be to make sure that disabled children are included and achieving their full potential.&nbsp; At times you will support safeguarding activities and will need to be able to demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding approaches for children.&nbsp; Your work will be overseen by a social work professional and you should expect regular, skilled professional supervision.&nbsp;<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working directly with disabled children and their families.</li><li>Knowledge of the role that social care might play in the lives of disabled children and their families.</li><li>Understanding of policy relating to children and young people with SEND.</li><li>Ability to interview people, record and present information effectively through discussion and in written reports.</li><li>Driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Ability to work with complex situations and conflict.</li><li>Ability to assess and record eligible and non-eligible needs using evidenced based practice.</li><li>Knowledge of all aspects of working with disabled children and young people and different stages in their development.</li><li>Experience in multi-agency working.</li></ul> This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference every day, empowering children and families to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. You’ll enjoy the independence to shape your work while being part of a collaborative, supportive team that values your contribution. Comprehensive training and ongoing development ensure you have the tools and confidence to succeed.&nbsp;We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:leanne.kearney@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">leanne.kearney@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: tbc w/c 15th DecemberBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Family Practitioner - 0-25 Disability Team

Job Title: Recycling Centre Operative Starting Salary: £27,231 progressing to £27,661 Hours: 40 Location: Hertfordshire - Rickmansworth Directorate: Growth &amp; EnvironmentThis role will include working every weekend<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire County Council is made up of over 8500 talented, passionate, and caring individuals across Adult Care Service, Child Care Service, Community Protection, Environment &amp; Transport, Public Health, Central Resources, and Sustainable Growth.At HCC we are committed to working towards: -<ul><li>A cleaner Greener Environment for all</li><li>Providing Healthy and Fulfilling lives for ALL of our residents</li><li>Sustainable, responsible growth in our county</li><li>Excellent council services for all</li></ul>Whichever part of HCC and whichever role you join us in you will be certain that the role that you do will play a significant part in achieving our goals.Our Recycling Centre service team are looking for self-motivated individuals to work alongside us to achieve our vision to increase recycling rates and divert waste from landfill in Hertfordshire.<h4>About the role</h4>All training is provided including but not limited to First Aid, Fire Marshall, Manual Handling and Plant. You could progress within the team if that is something that you strive to do.The duties include:<ul><li>Show and help service users put their waste in the correct areas as appropriate.</li><li>Check permits for vans and trailers and check for certain types of waste.</li><li>Ensure that the waste streams do not get mixed up.</li><li>Maintain a clean and tidy work environment.</li><li>Look for ways to improve customer service and recycling rates.</li><li>Compaction of waste through use of JCB’s and compactors (training provided)</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Are you an enthusiastic team player, who wants to join an established team to ensure site operations exceed the standards required.Do you have a proven track record of delivering excellent customer service with the ability to remain calm under pressure you will be tasked in advising residents on how to dispose of their waste, whilst working safely. This role involves working in all types of weather conditions and experience of working under prolonged periods of sustained physical effort would be advantage.This job role is within the Operational Services, level OPS4 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Operational servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Lorna.stump@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lorna.stump@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Please be aware this is an ongoing advert; interviews will be arranged as and when.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Recycling Centre Operative

Job Title: Senior Site Operative Starting Salary: £27,231 progressing to £28,547 Hours: 40.0 Location: Hertfordshire - Royston Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire County Council is made up of over 8500 talented, passionate, and caring individuals across Adult Care Service, Child Care Service, Community Protection, Environment &amp; Transport, Public Health, Central Resources, and Sustainable Growth.At HCC we are committed to working towards: -<ul><li>A cleaner Greener Environment for all</li><li>Providing Healthy and Fulfilling lives for ALL of our residents</li><li>Sustainable, responsible growth in our county</li><li>Excellent council services for all</li></ul>Whichever part of HCC and whichever role you join us in you will be certain that the role that you do will play a significant part in achieving our goals.Our Recycling Centre service team are looking for self-motivated individuals to work alongside us to achieve our vision to increase recycling rates and divert waste from landfill in Hertfordshire.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Senior Site Operative you will be:<ul><li>Acting as the Senior Operative on site, instructing and mentoring operatives when the Site Manager is on leave.</li><li>Responsible for the safe opening and closing of site.</li><li>Manage all documentation for the site both paper form and computerised in the site managers absence.</li><li>Show and help service users put their waste in the correct areas as appropriate.</li><li>Check permits for vans and trailers and check for certain types of waste.</li><li>Ensure that the waste streams do not get mixed up.</li><li>Maintain a clean and tidy work environment.</li><li>Look for ways to improve customer service and recycling rates.</li><li>Compaction of waste through use of JCB’s and compactors (training provided)</li><li>Opportunity to be part of the staff engagement group.</li><li>Manage and implement trials for new waste streams and improvements to the service.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>We’ll need you to have a proven track record of delivering excellent customer service and be able to ensure work is carried out to a high standard. With highly developed interpersonal skills you will be confident in advising residents of how to dispose of their waste. Ability to remain calm under pressure, work safely and follow procedures.&nbsp; Be able to maintain a high level of service in all weather conditions.&nbsp; Have experience of working under prolonged periods of sustained physical effort.&nbsp; Be able to support and manage a team of operatives.&nbsp;Be the first aider and fire marshal on site.All training is provided including but not limited to First Aid, Fire Marshall, Manual Handling and Plant. Opportunity to progress within the team.&nbsp;This job role is within the Operational Services, level OPS5 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Operational services<h4>Field6</h4>To hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Yvonne.Tobolewski@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Yvonne.Tobolewski@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.This is an ongoing advert and interviews will take place on a rolling basis.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Senior Site Operative

<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £53,460 to £56,681 per year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance plus up to £4,000 Market Rate Supplement Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe have an exciting opportunity available within our legal team where you will assist in making sure an efficient, effective and economic legal service is delivered to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Sub Committees, departments and its wholly owned companies.Working within the property planning and Contracts team, you will conduct and manage a mixed caseload of commercial contracts, procurement and governance related work.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for an experienced lawyer with a broad range of good commercial contracts and procurement experience, ideally within a local government/public sector context.You must be able to demonstrate significant experience of undertaking complex legal work in commercial contracts and procurement and have a sound understanding of the applicable legal framework.The post holder must be capable of working under pressure, taking initiative and adopting proactive approaches to deliver a fast and efficient service and must be able to perform legal work with minimum supervision.You must be able to communicate at all levels clearly and concisely, providing professional and commercial advice to a wide range of clients within the Council.You must be a UK qualified Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with substantial relevant post qualification experience and hold a practicing certificate with a minimum of six years plus post qualification experience.Please ensure your supporting statement demonstrates your experience and knowledge in order for your application to be considered.<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href="https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228931&amp;ptId=12107" target="_blank">download: JD M5 Solicitor -Senior Contract Solicitor 14.10.21 FINAL (1).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228932&amp;ptId=12107" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1) (3).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Senior Solicitor -  Contracts and Procurement

Job Title: Family Practitioner - Family Safeguarding Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 pa Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage with travel in the East of Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Within our Children’s Services, continuous improvement is part of our DNA – we are always looking for how we can do things better to achieve positive outcomes for our children, young people and families.We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and committed individual to be a Family Practitioner. This position will be based in Family Safeguarding East.<h4>About the role</h4>Family Practitioners deliver parenting programmes and support children and young people who meet the defined criteria for a Child in Need assessment and support.Each Family Practitioner will an agreed number of children and families assigned to them under the close guidance, direction, support and oversight of the Team Manager and Consultant Social Worker.&nbsp;Working closely with the children, parents, extended family and partner agencies,&nbsp; you will contribute to the development of the overall service as part of each team.In this varied role which will see you:<ul><li>Visit children and families to gather information about their needs, strengths, wishes and feelings alongside partner agencies and information already held.</li><li>Complete genograms, ecomaps and chronologies with families to inform assessment and support networks.</li><li>Gather and analyse information in partnership with parents and carers from non-resident parents, extended family and partner agencies.</li><li>Utilise assessment and intervention tools to assess needs and strengths as well as motivate, strengthen and support families through change.</li><li>Compile and analyse all the information gathered within a Child and Family Assessment/Family Safeguarding Parenting programme and develop a recommended plan alongside the family and your line manager.</li><li>Ensure that the work you undertake with families is recorded in an accurate and timely way onto the children’s electronic case records (LCS).</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>We are looking for candidates who meet the below essential criteria:<ul><li>Previous working experience where interaction with children and families has been a major part of the role i.e. Teaching assistants, youth support workers, nursery workers, Children’s Practitioners, s, family centre workers etc.</li><li>A working knowledge of safeguarding thresholds would be helpful but training will be given.</li><li>An ability to relay accurate information/concerns in a timely and sensitive way.</li><li>The drive, passion and flexibility to offer families a high-quality service.</li><li>Secure knowledge and the confidence to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns and issues.</li><li>Ability to collate and analyse information to produce high quality assessments, action plans and reports with support from the Team CSW and Manager.</li><li>Full UK driving licence and access to vehicle.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Debbie.OBrien@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Debbie.OBrien@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: w/c 15/12 to be confirmedBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Family Practitioner - Family Safeguarding

Job Title: Assistant Locality Manager Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Borehamwood Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>We have exciting opportunity at Borehamwood and Cranborne Place Day Services. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and committed individual to join our management team. In this role, you will be working across two services and in a highly supportive team, in which your motivation and strategic planning ability will be vital.&nbsp; We support adults with learning disabilities and provide experiences and opportunities designed in collaboration with the people we support with a can-do attitude, building positive relationships, maintaining or improving their independence and developing a sense of belonging. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to continuous improvement. We value each member’s contribution and encourage innovation in how we deliver care working alongside the people we support.<h4>About the role</h4>The Day Service Assistant Locality Manager will help lead the team to ensure we provide a high-quality day opportunities and work placements to the people we support. They will support the Deputy Locality Manager to achieve this, through robust quality monitoring to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, financial stability through effective budgeting and financial management, whilst providing hands on supervision and management.We are looking for professional, creative, positive and passionate person to help provide support in our Day Services across Hertfordshire.  We are a progressive and aspirational team and wish to provide Therapeutic and purposeful opportunities to those that live within Hertfordshire.Hertfordshire Day Services offer opportunities for people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, age related conditions, mental health problems and other special needs to live, learn and work with others of all abilities in an atmosphere of mutual care and respect.<h4>About you</h4>We’re looking for someone with energy and drive to help lead our in-house day services through an exciting period of change. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the County Council, using your problem-solving skills and creativity to guide and support your team. Strong communication, IT skills, and the ability to think on your feet are key, along with a willingness to learn and help others grow. If you’re ready to build trust, share ideas, and make a real difference in a dynamic, forward-thinking service, we’d love to hear from you.Essential:<ul><li>Health and Social Care RQF Level 4 or the ability to meet requirement to complete RQF Level 4 (if not already held)</li><li>A minimum of 1 year experience working in a social care or related setting (e.g., education or health)</li><li>A good standard of numeracy, literacy and IT skills&nbsp;</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:nicole.woodgate@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">nicole.woodgate@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 15 December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Assistant Locality Manager

Job Title: Adolescent Practitioner Starting Salary: £34,434 progressing to £37,280 per annum Hours: 37.0 Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>If you are passionate about working with children, young people and their families, working as a team to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!Family is at the heart of our work in Hertfordshire. Our goal is to support children and young people in care to reunite with their families where it’s safe and in their best interests. The Family Safeguarding Children in Care (FSCIC) Phase 2 Team, part of the Family Safeguarding Service, was launched in 2022 to extend our successful Family Safeguarding model into the Children Looked After Service. Following its success, it is now a core part of our work. Our multi-disciplinary team uses Motivational Interviewing to help parents make positive changes. We bring together specialists in mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, neurodiversity, and trauma, alongside social workers, adolescent practitioners, and life coaches. We provide intensive, trauma-informed support for young people aged 10–18 who are at risk of entering care, returning home after family breakdown, or facing exploitation and complex mental health challenges. Learn more about Hertfordshire’s Family Safeguarding model: <a href="http://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/familysafeguarding&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/familysafeguarding&amp;nbsp</a>;<h4>About the role</h4>You will work directly with parents/carers and children who are in care/at the edge of care, to achieve agreed goals through coaching, parenting intervention and applying relationship-based practice.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work directly with children and young people aged 10 years old and above and their families.</li><li>Be skilled and experienced in supporting them to manage intrafamilial and extra familial risks, including criminal and sexual child exploitation.</li><li>Engage effectively with vulnerable and challenging young people who are in care/at the edge of care.</li><li>Use skills including coaching, parenting intervention and applying relationship-based practice to support them to live at home with their families.</li><li>Work alongside multi-disciplinary experts and be trained in Motivational Interviewing, a counselling approach that creates confidence in parents to change their behaviours that cause harm.</li><li>Through working intensively with children, young people and their carers and people who are of significance to them, you will need to manage high levels of challenge and work with resistance. Build positive relationships with children, young people and their families based on their individual needs; responding to their heritage, neuro diversity, learning style and how they self-identify.</li><li>Make referrals to other professionals in the team such as recovery workers, healthy relationship workers and psychological therapists.</li><li>Record all of your work in our case management system, ensuring that case records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Develop positive relationships with professionals and partner agencies to ensure that children and families receive the best possible service at the right time.</li><li>Work flexibly to respond to the needs of the children, young people and families, being guided by the times they need support, including the need to work in the evenings and weekends.</li></ul>Work pattern:We offer flexibility to ensure families get the support they need. This role includes some evening and weekend work within extended service hours (weekdays 9am–10pm, weekends 2pm–10pm), which will involve working approximately 1 evening a week and 1 weekend day a month.<h4>About you</h4>No formal qualifications are required for the role, you will receive Motivational Interviewing training, NVR training and ARC training.Previous experience of working with children and families is desirable.Essential:<ul><li>Experience and understanding of case management including assessment, action planning and reviews</li><li>Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating support activities for and with young people and their carers</li><li>Knowledge of the issues affecting young people at risk of Child Exploitation</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Equality and Diversity Issues</li><li>Knowledge of child development and adolescents, social, emotional and mental health needs.</li><li>Ability to engage effectively with vulnerable and challenging young people in a variety of settings and to achieve positive outcomes with them</li><li>Full driving Licence and regular access to a vehicle.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies relating to this service user group.</li><li>Relevant professional qualification in Youth/Community work, Social Care, Health or Education.</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative and passionate team who are achieving real change and positive outcomes for children in care and families of Hertfordshire.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Joanne.Marsh@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Joanne.Marsh@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 13th &amp; 14th January 2026Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Adolescent Practitioner

Job Title: Life Coaches Starting Salary: £34,434 progressing to £37,280 per annum per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>If you are passionate about working with children, young people and their families, working as a team to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you! Family is at the heart of our work in Hertfordshire. Our goal is to support children and young people in care to reunite with their families where it’s safe and in their best interests. The Family Safeguarding Children in Care (FSCIC) Phase 2 Team, part of the Family Safeguarding Service, was launched in 2022 to extend our successful Family Safeguarding model into the Children Looked After Service. Following its success, it is now a core part of our work. Our multi-disciplinary team uses Motivational Interviewing to help parents make positive changes. We bring together specialists in mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse, neurodiversity, and trauma, alongside social workers, adolescent practitioners, and life coaches. We provide intensive, trauma-informed support for young people aged 10–18 who are at risk of entering care, returning home after family breakdown, or facing exploitation and complex mental health challenges. Learn more about Hertfordshire’s Family Safeguarding model: <a href="http://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/familysafeguarding" target="_blank">www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/familysafeguarding</a><h4>About the role</h4>We have several exciting opportunities to join our newly formed hub, bringing together the Reunification Team and Edge of Care Team.In this role, you’ll work directly with parents of children in care or at risk of entering care, helping them achieve positive change through coaching, parenting interventions, and relationship-based practice. You’ll receive specialist training in Non-Violent Resistance and be part of a service that values professional growth and development.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Work directly with children and young people (10+) and their families to achieve agreed goals through coaching, parenting interventions, and relationship-based practice.</li><li>Conduct weekly home visits to support progress and improve outcomes.</li><li>Develop expertise in non-violent resistance to address challenging behaviours linked to trauma, such as aggression, self-harm, and substance misuse.</li><li>Deliver interventions through individual and group sessions, promoting positive relationships and de-escalation strategies.</li><li>Provide practical support, including housing applications, benefit claims, and establishing routines.</li><li>Facilitate sessions that strengthen parent-child connections and offer constructive feedback.</li><li>Make referrals to specialist colleagues and partner agencies as needed.</li><li>Maintain accurate case records and attend relevant meetings.</li><li>Build strong professional relationships to ensure timely, effective support for families.</li><li>Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of children and families.</li></ul>We offer flexibility to ensure families get the support they need. This role includes some evening and weekend work within extended service hours (weekdays 9am–10pm, weekends 2pm–10pm), which will involve working approximately 1 evening a week and 1 weekend day a month. <h4>About you</h4>There are no formal qualifications are required for the role, and you will receive Motivational Interviewing training, NVR training and ARC training.&nbsp;Essential:<ul><li>Experience and understanding of case management including assessment, action planning and reviews.</li><li>Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating support activities for and with young people and their carers.</li><li>Knowledge of the issues affecting young people at risk of Child Exploitation</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of Equality and Diversity Issues.</li><li>Knowledge of child development and adolescents, social, emotional and mental health needs.</li><li>Ability to engage effectively with vulnerable and challenging young people in a variety of settings and to achieve positive outcomes with them.</li><li>Diving License and access to a vehicle.&nbsp;</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies relating to this service user group.</li><li>Relevant professional qualification in Youth/Community work, Social Care, Health or Education.</li><li>Previous experience of working with children and families.&nbsp;</li></ul> We have several exciting opportunities available for passionate professionals who want to make a real difference for children, young people, and families. As part of our innovative, multi-disciplinary service, you’ll help shape brighter futures and deliver life-changing support. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role where every day counts, apply today and be part of something that truly matters.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Jenna.Keen@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jenna.Keen@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 13th and 14th January Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Life Coaches

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year plus £5,000 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentThe Adult Social Care Division exists to promote the independence, inclusion and wellbeing of all adults with social care needs. We are driven by a clear purpose:<ul><li>Empowering people to have control over their lives</li><li>Supporting adults to live safe, healthy and fulfilled lives</li><li>Ensuring individuals play an active role in a stronger, more prosperous community</li><li>Enabling people to access the support they need to live as independently as they choose</li></ul>In this pivotal role within our Discharge and Rehabilitation Team, you will:<ol><li>Receive and coordinate complex referrals, undertaking assessments including AMHP, BIA and carers assessments.</li><li>Coach, mentor and develop Social Care Assessors, guiding best practice in assessment, support planning and review processes.</li><li>Shape the future of adult social care services, influencing service design and driving innovation across the division.</li></ol>This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, lead practice excellence, and be part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are an experienced, motivated and forward-thinking professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding social care. You will bring:<ul><li>Demonstrable post-qualifying experience in the social or health care field</li><li>Proven background in coaching, mentoring and developing others</li><li>Experience working with complex or challenging cases, with crisis intervention skills and an understanding of risk and vulnerability</li><li>A strong customer-focused approach, with knowledge of diverse adult client groups</li><li>Experience of advocacy, user involvement and supporting people to shape their own care and support plans</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Dynamic, self-motivated and innovative, with the ability to manage your own workload effectively</li><li>Ability to undertake AMHP and/or BIA assessments</li><li>Skilled in quality assurance and service evaluation</li><li>Strong collaborator who promotes multi-disciplinary working to maximise resources and reduce duplication</li><li>Capability to advise, guide, supervise and coach Social Care Assessors, including evaluating priorities and offering sound and creative casework solutions</li><li>Able to make professional judgements, accept accountability and negotiate resources in a multi-disciplinary setting</li><li>Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to remain effective during periods of high pressure and competing priorities</li><li>Commitment to ongoing reflection and professional development</li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li>BSc, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent recognised by Social Work England</li><li>Post-qualifying training in a relevant area</li><li>Current registration with Social Work England (or equivalent professional body)</li></ul><h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1667450&amp;ptId=12100" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1667451&amp;ptId=12100" target="_blank">download: Social Worker JD.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker - DART

Job Title: Participation Worker Starting Salary: £31,536 progressing to £34,433 pa Hours: 37.0 Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Participation Team works to ensure that the voices of children, young people, and families are heard and acted upon at every level. We champion their involvement in shaping individual care plans and influencing wider service development. By building trusted relationships and creating meaningful opportunities for engagement, the team empowers young people and families who access Childrens Services to share their experiences and ideas. Our goal is to turn feedback into positive change, making services more responsive, inclusive, and effective.<h4>About the role</h4>This role is dedicated to advocating the voices of children, young people, and families, ensuring their views shape both individual care planning and broader service development. Working within the Participation Team, you will collaborate with children, young people and families in care, care leavers, and those subject to early help, Child in Need (CiN) and Child Protection (CP) plans.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Engagement &amp; Participation: Lead and support the CHICC (Children in Care Council) and other participation groups. Organise and deliver a variety of projects, events, and activities that engage children and young people across the service.</li><li>Consultation &amp; Influence: Use creative and age-appropriate consultation methods to gather views from a diverse range of children and young people. Ensure their voices are heard in statutory review meetings, including CP and CiN, groups, 1-2-1 visits, telephone consultation and events &amp; activities.</li><li>Community Building: Develop a representative community of young people, reflecting the diversity (e.g. age, disability, ethnicity, placement type).</li><li>Communication: Create and maintain youth-friendly communication tools, including multimedia content, surveys, and film projects. Produce monthly e-bulletins to keep staff informed and engaged with participation work. Make calls part of auditing in practice week, EHCP (Education and Health Care Plans) feedback calls and any other projects the Participation team have.</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Advocacy: Work closely with social workers and other professionals to ensure children and young people’s views are considered in service planning. Attend regional and national events to share best practices and learn from others.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working with Children, Young People and Families in a group setting.</li><li>Experience of providing high quality services to children, young people and their families.</li><li>Experience of successfully managing project meeting deadlines.</li><li>Demonstrable commitment to diversity and inclusion when working with and obtaining the views of children and families.</li><li>Good written, IT and organisational skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and leadership skills</li><li>Experience of working within a statutory setting with knowledge of the legislation that underpins safeguarding.</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of working within social care.</li><li>Experience of Liquid Logic Case Management Systems.</li></ul>In this role, you’ll have the chance to make a lasting impact by ensuring that the voices of children, young people, and families directly influence the services they rely on. Your work will help shape provision across HCC and partner organisations, including health, housing, and education, so that decisions are informed by real lived experiences. With the support of a dedicated team and access to ongoing training, you’ll play a vital part in creating positive change and improving outcomes for those who need it most.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact eitherBrooke Donovan – Team manager <a href="mailto:Brooke.donovan@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Brooke.donovan@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> 07580 744286 or Lauren Penrose – Service Manager <a href="mailto:Lauren.penrose@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lauren.penrose@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>Interview Date: 17th December in person at our Stevenage offices.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Participation Worker

Job Title: SfYP My Future Coach Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum pay award pending Hours: 37.0 Location: HertfordshireBased in Apsley, covering the South and West of Hertfordshire.The successful candidate will be out and about with some hybrid working. The work with the young people will be mainly face to face, as will the work with providers, colleges, employers and third sector organisations. Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Services for Young People (SfYP) Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Team provides a range of specialist services for young people (aged 13-25) with additional needs/SEND. This involves providing careers, information, advice, and guidance to support them in making positive decisions about their futures; maintenance of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) for those aged 16+ in further education and support to find paid employment or other positive activities.In Hertfordshire, we have developed the ‘My Future Programme’, which has been designed to support young people with EHCPs to progress through education, out of college and into adulthood.&nbsp; The programme is delivered by SfYP in partnership with all four Hertfordshire colleges.&nbsp;We are currently looking to recruit a full time Coach, to work with the colleges in the South &amp; West of the county. The key role of the Coach is to provide transition coaching assistance to young people with SEND who are moving on from college, into the next phase of their lives, working closely with parents/carers.<h4>About the role</h4>This role will require you to:<ul><li>Engage effectively with a caseload of young people with EHCPs, identified by the allocated colleges and SfYP CEIAG Advisers to provide transition coaching and support.</li><li>Work with college staff and SfYP staff to ensure that young people on caseload are supported appropriately to move into positive activities of interest when they leave college.</li><li>Support young people to take up positive activities, volunteering, or paid employment opportunities by using tried and tested supported employment techniques.</li><li>Provide advice, support and disability awareness training as required to opportunities providers to unsure they understand how to support the young person they are providing an opportunity to.</li><li>Provide information and support to parents/carers to raise aspirations and expectations for a fulfilling life after college that can include positive activities, volunteering, community inclusion and paid employment.</li><li>Work with local third sector organisations to identify opportunities that match the skills of young people on caseload.</li></ul><ul><li>Work to agreed targets including college leaver NEET prevention, monitoring of caseload progress through regular review, recording of data on management information systems to appropriate timescales and standards, producing reports as required.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working with young people with additional needs/SEND.</li><li>An understanding of the barriers to learning, training, volunteering, and employment that young people may have.</li><li>Evidence of excellent written and verbal communications skills.</li><li>Demonstrable time management skills with the ability to manage and prioritise a caseload.</li><li>Experience of the use of ICT systems, including databases.</li><li>Demonstrable advocacy and negotiation skills.</li><li>Experience of working with employers, providers and third sector organisations.</li><li>A driving licence and access to a vehicle</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Training in Systematic Instruction (TSI)</li><li>Experience of sales/marketing.</li><li>Experience of providing training.</li></ul>If you want a job with variety, then this role is for you, as no two days are the same. The job combines providing transition support for young people with marketing them to employers, community providers and third sector organisations.The postholder will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people with SEND and their families by helping them to find suitable post college opportunities which may include community activities, volunteering, or paid employment where appropriate.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Tracy Noble at <a href="mailto:tracy.noble@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracy.noble@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>.Interview Date:21st December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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SfYP My Future Coach

<h4>Field1</h4>Job Title: Assistant Locality Manager Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Green Hills Day Service,&nbsp;Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>At Greenhills Day Service, we offer a Vibrant and enabling service to support adults with Physical disabilities, acquired brain injury/disability, neurological conditions, neuro divergence and long-term degenerative health conditions. We provide experiences and opportunities designed in collaboration with the people we support with a can-do attitude, building positive relationships, maintaining or improving their independence and developing a sense of belonging. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to continuous improvement. We value each member’s contribution and encourage innovation in how we deliver care working alongside the people we support.We have a close relationship with Dacorum Day Service which is in our locality.<h4>About the role</h4>The Day Service Assistant Locality Manager will help lead the team to ensure we provide a high-quality day opportunities and work placements to the people we support. They will support the Deputy Locality Manager to achieve this, through robust quality monitoring to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, financial stability through effective budgeting and financial management, whilst providing hands on supervision and management.We are looking for professional, creative, positive and passionate person to help provide support in our Day Services across Hertfordshire.  We are a progressive and aspirational team and wish to provide Therapeutic and purposeful opportunities to those that live within Hertfordshire.Hertfordshire Day Services offer opportunities for people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, age related conditions, mental health problems and other special needs to live, learn and work with others of all abilities in an atmosphere of mutual care and respect.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Health and Social Care RQF Level 4 or the ability to meet requirement to complete RQF Level 4 (if not already held)</li><li>A minimum of 1 year experience working in a social care or related setting (e.g., education or health)</li><li>A good standard of numeracy, literacy and IT skills</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:jacqueline.antoine@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">jacqueline.antoine@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 15 December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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