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Are you looking for a new challenge where you can provide remarkable care and service?We have an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Staffordshire Adult Safeguarding Team (SAST) based within the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) in Staffordshire.&nbsp;Our team receive all adult safeguarding concerns that occur within Staffordshire and we have a responsibility for determining the next steps with the support from our partner agencies under Section 42 of the Care Act (2014). Those decisions that meet the Local Authority’s duties to make enquiries are then passed to relevant teams to complete further enquiries. Those decisions that do not reach Statutory threshold are effectively signposted to other agencies for support.Main Responsibilities In this role you'll:<ul>
<li>Ensure adult safeguarding concerns are risk assessed, and a threshold decision made ensuring that the principles of the Care Act&nbsp;are followed</li>
<li>Effectively liaise with partner agencies, Adults and their representatives to ensure that information is gathered and shared appropriately, including initiating and leading on strategy discussions.</li>
<li>Contribute&nbsp;to the operational functioning of the team, for example the monitoring of demand and resource, identifying, contributing and striving to improve the quality of work produced.</li>
<li>Support the day-to-day management of a team of Safeguarding Assistants who carry out necessary research into concerns to assist the risk assessment of referrals.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate For this role you need to be a registered Social Worker or Nurse with:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>A sound knowledge of safeguarding legislation and guidance including The Care Act (2014) and the Mental Capacity Act (2005)</li>
<li>A good working&nbsp;knowledge of adult social care and the role of&nbsp;statutory and non-statutory partners across Staffordshire</li>
<li>A passion and commitment to working with other agencies to achieve the best&nbsp;possible outcome&nbsp;relating&nbsp;to adults with care and support needs who are at risk of abuse or neglect.</li>
<li>The ability to work autonomously as well as being an excellent team member.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A Passion and drive to improve safeguarding and social care outcomes for people we work with.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The ability to prioritise your workload as well as being flexible to meet demands of a high-pressured service.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>We offer learning and development opportunities as well as regular supervision in a very supportive and friendly environment.&nbsp;There are 3 x full time posts available, however a Job Share will be considered for the right candidates.You will be required to have some office presence working closely with partners but will also have an element of home working.Interviews will be held on Tuesday 29 and Wednesday 30 July.For an informal discussion about the role, please feel free to contact Sarah Braithwaite Safeguarding Team Leader on 01785 278835 or Craig Cassells Safeguarding Practice Lead 01785 89521 or Kate Barnbrook- Practice Lead on 01785 895153.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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Our Social Workers make a huge difference to the lives of people across our county, and we remain passionate about investing in retaining our own and developing practice and this an exciting opportunity which offers just that.If you are looking for more responsibility, a supportive role with your colleagues whilst continuing to support and safeguard some of our most vulnerable/high risk children and young people, then this could be just for you.We also&nbsp;have&nbsp;a career progression framework&nbsp;in place to support you which also includes:<ul>
<li>Practice Educator Programme</li>
<li>Aspiring Senior Practice Lead and Aspiring Team Manager programme.</li>
</ul>We are ambitious in our learning and development programme with strong links within the West Midlands and our teaching partnership.You can find out more about working her and our social worker career pathways <a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/children-families/" target="_blank">here.</a>You'll be based in the Cannock Assessment and Staying Together team. &nbsp;Main Responsibilities As an advanced social worker you wlll:<ul>
<li>be supporting children and young people subject to Child in Need and Child Protection Plans, including those within the PLO and court arena</li>
<li>be supporting families facing challenging situations, and managing complex issues.</li>
<li>offer&nbsp;informal and formal mentoring to less experienced social workers, and use&nbsp;your practice wisdom to champion specific areas of practice.</li>
<li>work within the framework of legislation, agreed council policies and procedures to work with or on behalf of children, young people and their families, to improve their well-being, and promote their independence</li>
<li>as part of your development, may have the opportunity to co-locate alongside the family practitioner lead in the family help teams. &nbsp;To oversee the statutory child in need practice.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have:<ul>
<li>a social work degree and be Social Work England (SWE) registered</li>
<li>post qualifying experience in social work</li>
<li>knowledge of legislation and guidance underpinning delivery of children’s social care e.g. Children's Act, Working Together, Adoption Act, Every Child Matters</li>
<li>full UK Driving Licence</li>
<li>knowledge and skills in supporting assessment and formulating plans for children and young people</li>
<li>experience in mentoring</li>
<li>demonstrated ability in improving outcomes for children and young people</li>
<li>examples of creative social work practice to keep children and young people within their families where safe to do so.</li>
</ul>Interviews will aim to take place during the week commencing 4th August 2025.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Sally Maynard, Team Manager on <a href="mailto:sally.maynard@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sally.maynard</a><a href="mailto:oluwemimo.kolawole@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or Rebecca Williamson on <a href="mailto:rebecca.williamson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.williamson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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Do you want to play a key role in making sure our school buildings and land remain fit for purpose for 21st century education and learning, and ensure we are meeting our statutory obligations?Our Schools Strategic Property Team develops and delivers property strategy and asset management plans to support our education property provision.You’ll be responsible for the development, briefing and delivery of new schools, school expansions and school maintenance projects across a range of schools across Staffordshire.Main Responsibilities You will:<ul>
<li>take the lead in working with/influencing Schools and Academies in Asset Management and Planning.</li>
<li>work with service areas and other stakeholders to define project outcomes and scope, develop detailed project briefs for option appraisal, commission our professional procurement partners, monitor project programmes and budgets, and ensure deadlines are met.</li>
<li>play a lead role in project development considering the many regulations and consultees including Planning, S77, Highways, Sport England, DfE Building Bulletins.</li>
<li>provide advice and assistance to schools/academies regarding asset management and planning, service and testing, and statutory requirements and guidance.</li>
<li>work with the Schools Programme Delivery Manger to develop the Schools Capital Programme and its Statement of Priorities, for each financial year.</li>
<li>develop, prioritise, commission and deliver school maintenance projects.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have<ul>
<li>a relevant professional degree or equivalent level qualification or experience.</li>
<li>experience in briefing and commissioning projects that understand the needs of schools and matters such as building bulletins, s77, planning, highways.</li>
<li>knowledge of relevant legislation, national performance standards and statutory requirements as they relate to a school building project. Including the detailed requirements of the planning process, RIBA stages, school premises regulations and the Department of Education(DfE) building bulletin guidance.</li>
<li>experience of discharging client responsibilities as duty holder in discharging The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015).</li>
<li>an Understanding of the New Engineering Contract (NEC) and Joint Contract Tribunal (JCT) forms of contract.</li>
<li>an awareness of local authority governance and financial regulations.</li>
<li>skilled in using Microsoft software including Share Point.</li>
</ul>Interviews will take place Wed 30th and Thurs 31 July 2025.&nbsp;If you are unsure if your skills or experience are suitable, please contact Jason Wilkinson, Head of School Assets and Strategy at <a href="mailto:Jason.wilkinson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jason.wilkinson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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Our Waste Management Team are seeking an experienced and passionate waste management professional to support the delivery of its waste disposal contracts.We operate as the Waste Disposal Authority in a two-tier local authority structure, providing treatment and disposal solutions for up to half a million tonnes of waste per year. This role will be responsible for the monitoring of the authority’s Waste Disposal services into our contracted Energy Recovery Facilities; Food Waste contracts, along with several other contracts.Main Responsibilities You will:<ul>
<li>ensure the required services are delivered to the expected high standard,</li>
<li>monitor&nbsp;contract performance to ensure value for money,</li>
<li>conduct site audits&nbsp;</li>
<li>delivering service improvements as applicable</li>
<li>act as the primary point of contact for relevant Partner Authorities, supporting with day-to-day operational issues.</li>
</ul>Whilst the core function of the role is to maintain operational service delivery, reporting to the Team Manager – Waste Contracts, you will also assist with the procurement of replacement contracts as required and support the Head of Service – Waste Management in delivering our waste strategy.The Ideal Candidate You will have:<ul>
<li>Previous waste management experience and demonstrable knowledge of contract monitoring.</li>
<li>Good numerical skills and be comfortable assessing and interpreting data and reports provided by contractors, Waste Collection Authorities and partner organisations.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, able to build up good working relationships with partners and other stakeholders and be comfortable presenting information to different audiences.</li>
</ul>For more information about this role, contact Matthew Lowe via <a href="mailto:matthew.lowe1@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">matthew.lowe1@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;Shortlisting will take place week commencing 28 July, with interviews to take place week commencing 11 AugustOur Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? Brandon Wood Farm is a day opportunity for adults with a learning disability, autism and/or complex needs, located on the border of Coventry and Warwickshire. We support people that may not be able to access community activities due to their complex needs and behaviours. This is why the unique tranquil spacious setting gives us the opportunity to support people who are sensitive to sensory overload.Our garden areas allow service users to grow vegetables, fruit and plants. We also have a small number of farm animals that service users/staff care for. Additionally, we have some indoor groups that will require your imagination and planning skills.We are currently recruiting for two positions, each offering 24 hours per week spread across four weekdays, within the service hours of 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? You will need to be able to spend most of the day on your feet, enjoy working outdoors in all weathers, have a flexible, patient, and non-judgemental approach to your work, be able to use influencing skills, and able to demonstrate and adapt excellent communication skills.In further detail, your key duties and responsibilities will be to:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Able to appropriately support individuals who may sometimes display behaviour that challenges the service.</li>
<li>Able to identify and respond to the changing needs of people who use services and communicate this or any areas of concern to the appropriate person.</li>
<li>Able to support individuals/groups to care for animals at Brandon Wood Farm</li>
<li>Always treat the person with dignity and respect, and involve them in the decision-making about their support.</li>
</ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview dates: 21st and 22nd July 2025About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Support Assistant

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The specialist Speech and Language team at President Kennedy are part of the Complex Communication Team. This is a traded service that is widely respected in Coventry schools. We work closely with the pupils, their families and our colleagues in education, health and care to improve outcomes for children and young people with complex communication needs. This role gives you a fantastic opportunity to join us on our journey and really make a difference.We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.Our Values are:<ul>
<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>What is the job role? We require a specialist teaching assistant to support students at the Enhanced Resource Provision at President Kennedy school. The role will involve working directly with students in the mainstream classroom; supporting with coursework, internal assessments and revision; developing the students social and emotional resilience; and running interventions for groups of students.&nbsp;The specialist Speech and Language team at President Kennedy are part of the Complex Communication Team. This is a traded service that is widely respected in Coventry schools. We work closely with the pupils, their families and our colleagues in education, health and care to improve outcomes for children and young people with complex communication needs. This role gives you a fantastic opportunity to join us on our journey and really make a difference.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role. Who are we looking for? Are you patient, enthusiastic and committed to making a difference? If so, we would like to hear from you.&nbsp;No two days are the same: you will need to be flexible, sensitive and able to think on your feet. An understanding that building relationships with students is the key to success and a positive attitude are essential.If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Team Leader, Emma Whitmarsh-Knight, via email <a href="mailto:emma.whitmarsh-knight@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">emma.whitmarsh-knight@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date: Thursday 17th July 2025About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Specialist Teaching Assistant for Young People with Speech, Communication and Language Needs

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What is the job role? We have the following vacancy to start on 1.9.25.Learning MentorWe are looking to appoint a person who will share our vision for high quality education for all our children and also shows enthusiasm and motivation to:To work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to address the needs of pupils, who need help and support to overcome barriers to learning, both inside and outside school to achieve to their full potential.To develop positive one to one mentoring relationships with pupils identified as needing support.To contribute to raising standards of attainment, improving attendance, reducing exclusions and maintaining good standards of behaviourTo support all children to feel happy and safe in school. &nbsp;The school offers all of their staff fantastic support within a strong programme of professional development. &nbsp;Work Pattern35 hours per weekTerm time only plus inset days (39 weeks)We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS is needed for this post. Two references will be taken up for all short-listed candidates prior to interview or appointment.If you are interested, a visit to the school is highly recommended. &nbsp;Please contact Jo Davis, Office Manager at Email: <a href="mailto:admin@whitmorepark.org" target="_blank">admin@whitmorepark.org</a> or Tel: 02476 335697 if you would like to arrange an appointment.Completed applications can be emailed to: <a href="mailto:jobs@whitmorepark.org" target="_blank">jobs@whitmorepark.org</a> , handed in at the School Office or posted to the school for the attention of Mrs Christine Clough, School Business Manager.Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person SpecificationOr you can&nbsp;download the application pack and return completed direct to the school.Closing date: &nbsp; Midnight on Sunday 13th July 2025Interview date: &nbsp; Week commencing 14th July 2025Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Learning Mentor - Whitmore Park Primary School

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What is the job role? Are you seeking a new opportunity within an ambitious and supportive team, where you can contribute towards an excellent teaching and learning environment?We currently have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic EYFS Teacher to join our team in Coventry. This position is temporary to cover Maternity. You’ll possess energy, enthusiasm and desire to inspire, your aim is to be an effective teacher who challenges and supports all our children to do their best and achieve their potential in the ethos of Radford Primary Academy.To apply please use this link:<a href="https://www.eteach.com/careers/radfordprimaryacademy/job/eyfs-class-teacher-1497461" target="_blank">&nbsp;https://www.eteach.com/careers/radfordprimaryacademy/job/eyfs-class-teacher-1497461</a>&nbsp;Any queries should be sent to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rpaandssprecruitment@sidneystringeracademy.org.uk" target="_blank">rpaandssprecruitment@sidneystringeracademy.org.uk</a>Closing date: 16.07.2025Interviews upon applicationWho are we looking for? The right candidate will have:• &nbsp; &nbsp;Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent qualification• &nbsp; &nbsp;A record of consistently good teaching either as a PGCE/Teach First or Schools Direct student or as a qualified teacher• &nbsp; &nbsp;Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development.• &nbsp; &nbsp;Good knowledge of KS1 &amp; KS2• &nbsp; &nbsp;Understanding of the requirements of good classroom management• &nbsp; &nbsp;The ability to create a safe, stimulating and imaginative learning environment. Why choose us?At Radford Primary Academy, you’ll be working within a welcoming and supportive team, with the ability to make a real difference. You will have the opportunity to work alongside committed teachers, to observe and share practice on a regular basis, developing pedagogy through reflection. We also offer access to opportunities for professional development. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note,&nbsp;an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

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Staffordshire County Council is a modern, progressive, and forward-thinking authority that is ambitious and empowers its employees to be courageous and innovative in their approach.Staffordshire Legal Services is a large in-house corporate legal team, offering a significant breadth of experience and expertise. We support and retain our lawyers, trainees and support staff by offering a wide variety of work, an extensive benefits package and offering training and mentoring to aide their progression. We want everyone to enjoy their work, feel challenged and appreciated for what they do and to make a positive difference to the lives of the people of Staffordshire. People are often unaware that Legal Services support the Council to fulfil every function when delivering its agenda and priorities, in addition to the Staffordshire pension fund, and a wide range of external clients. This keeps the work interesting, challenging and often high value and high profile.We genuinely recognise the benefit of achieving the right work life balance and our extensive package of benefits support this. Lots of organisations offer this however our staff survey reliably informs us that our work ethos truly delivers this. Our package includes a generous holiday entitlement, increasing significantly with service, and an additional annual leave purchase scheme. Flexible and term time only working, agile working, employee travel and entertainment discounts, a local government pension scheme, optional car lease scheme and a staff parking discount scheme. We also offer family friendly polices such as maternity, adoption, paternity, and parental leave.Main Responsibilities Some of your responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>Completing all aspects of moderately complex childcare casework and representing the client department at all case related meetings and appropriate court hearings with limited supervision</li>
<li>Conduct advocacy in court in childcare matters</li>
<li>Supporting the wider Legal Services Unit with casework, with required training and supervision</li>
<li>Adherence to the Legal Services Unit’s quality standards (Lexcel) including time-recording in order to maintain professional standards</li>
<li>To undertake in-service training as required by the training plan and to facilitate in-service training of staff members/client department</li>
<li>To handle confidential data sensitively and securely in accordance with policy</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate We are looking for you to be a qualified Chartered Legal Executive, Solicitor or Barrister with:<ul>
<li>A comprehensive understanding of childcare law</li>
<li>An in-depth understanding of the work done by this public sector, although previous local government experience is not essential</li>
<li>An ability to clearly, confidently and effectively communicate</li>
<li>Meticulous attention to detail&nbsp;</li>
<li>Effective time management, prioritisation skills and an ability to work under the demands of competing pressures</li>
<li>An ability to delegate work in order to generate capacity</li>
</ul>Interview Date: 1 August 2025If you are unsure if your skills and experience are suitable for this role or for an informal chat please contact Robin Longhurst, Team Senior Solicitor on 01785 276304 or at <a href="mailto:sam.gibson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">robin.longhurst@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. &nbsp;We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.&nbsp;We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. &nbsp;We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, dance, exercise, fitness and family learning. &nbsp;In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.Our work-based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Nursery Workers</li>
<li>Teaching Assistants</li>
<li>Leadership/Management; and&nbsp;</li>
<li>Customer Care.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop.&nbsp;Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry. &nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? We have a full time Lecturer level 1, 12 month fixed term position available on the 16 – 24 Study programme provision for Coventry Adult EducationThe lecturer level 1 will be&nbsp;required to deliver a range of accredited and non-accredited qualifications. Delivery is face-to-face in a classroom environment based at Southfields Old school with a group of 8 -10 learners. Many of our learners have Educational Health and Care Plans.The Tutor will be delivering &nbsp;Functional Skills in Maths and/or English from Entry level to level 2, GCSE Maths and/or English. Delivery will be up to 3 days a week and 2 days prep and marking.Tutors can discuss at interviews the above sessions that need to be taught and any preferences of delivery and qualifications. &nbsp;This position is open to all applicants; however, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK, for a minimum of 2 years.&nbsp;This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Who are we looking for? We are looking for an enthusiastic Lecturer level 1 Tutor to join our Study Programme team. In consultation with the Study Programme Manager, subject tutors and Learning Support Assistants, you will deliver sessions to individuals or small groups of young people where some learners have a range of special educational needs.You will support learners with additional learning needs enabling them to participate as fully as possible in the Study Programme.You will be responsible for maintaining learner records and individual learning plans, as directed by the Study Programme Manager. You will support young people who experience anxiety in returning to education.You will work as part of a dynamic team to ensure that learners are supported in addressing their educational and pastoral issues, liaising with other colleagues and agencies as appropriate.KEY REQUIREMENTS<ul>
<li>Relevant experience of working as a tutor and supporting young people.</li>
<li>A Functional Skills/GCSE maths and English qualification at Grade C/4 or equivalent.</li>
<li>A relevant teaching qualification at level four minimum &nbsp;</li>
</ul>Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)&nbsp;for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note,&nbsp;an online search may form part of this recruitment process.For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;accessibility page&nbsp;to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme&nbsp;- As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.On interview you will deliver a 10-minute teaching topic of your choice to the Learning Support Assistants followed by a 40 minute face to face panel interview. Upon short listing you will be advised on the level the learners are currently working towards for your chosen topic.&nbsp;Short listing: 10th July 2025Interviews: 15th July 2025 About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

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