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An exciting opportunity has arisen for the permanent role of Team Manager in the Children’s Disability Team. This post is based in Newcastle, covering the Newcastle and Moorlands Districts.&nbsp;There are four Children’s Disability teams across the County, and they provide specialist services for children and young people with complex disabilities.&nbsp;These are small teams of highly dedicated Social Workers that support children and families to reach the best outcomes in a timely manner, enabling them to live their lives to the full. We also are supported by a team of skilled Family Practitioners who assist in facilitating behaviour management work and undertaking direct workFlexible working is an option and also hybrid working is in place.&nbsp; Main Responsibilities You will be:<ul>
<li>leading a team of practitioners and manage the day to day practice and the safe allocation of work.</li>
<li>leading on the delivery of the statutory responsibilities relating to children’s safeguarding under the relevant legislation.</li>
<li>providing the highest level of professional leadership, motivation and direction to a team&nbsp;</li>
<li>ensuring that effective professional practice and supervision is delivered throughout the team&nbsp;</li>
<li>identifying and embed service improvements through audits, quality assurance, identifying training, benchmarking and the interpretation and dissemination of legislation</li>
<li>participating&nbsp;and work in partnership through relevant boards, e.g. LSCB, Children’s continuing care, partnership committees, locality arrangements and other meetings as necessary</li>
<li>maintaining, developing and contributing to internal, local, regional, national and multi-agency partnerships to influence, support and maintain best practice</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have:<ul>
<li>&nbsp;experience of working at a senior level within a local authority ·</li>
<li>Knowledge of Disability and systems that impact on this.</li>
<li>knowledge of managing social workers and others within a single or multi-professional team ·</li>
<li>experience of leading multi-disciplinary teams in a partnership environment · Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation in relation to the children’s’ social care system ·</li>
<li>experience in managing budgets effectively ·</li>
<li>proven ability to quickly build and manage strong credible stakeholder relationships</li>
<li>excellent supervision skills and an ability to enable practitioners to utilise reflective practice</li>
<li>an ability to deal with a range of issues and conflicting demands and deadlines</li>
<li>proven ability to influence decision makers ·</li>
<li>ability to work collaboratively with teams and partners.</li>
</ul>Interviews will be held during the week starting 21st July 2025&nbsp;Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Mel Rushton, Disability Lead at: <a href="mailto:melissa.rushton@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">melissa.rushton@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or Tracey Challinor, District lead at: <a href="mailto:tracey.challinor@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracey.challinor@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;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.

Children's Disability Service Team Manager

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Coventry Alternative Provision Academy, part of the Solihull Alternative Provision Multi Academy Trust (SAPMAT) is a Nurturing, Restorative, Sustainable, SEND-Friendly Alternative Provision. &nbsp; &nbsp;We focus on creating a nurturing and restorative environment for students with diverse needs striving to make a positive impact on a child's whole development. &nbsp;We encourage educators who enjoy innovation and differentiation in their teaching to join us. What is the job role? We focus on Well-being and Social-Emotional Learning:Supportive Environment:&nbsp;The program prioritises student well-being and social-emotional learning, creating a nurturing and trauma-informed environment. This can be fulfilling for those who want to make a positive impact on a child's whole development.Collaboration and Relationships:&nbsp;The restorative practice approach emphasises building relationships and resolving conflict constructively. This can foster a more collaborative and supportive school community.We cater to diverse needs:SEND Expertise:&nbsp;The curriculum is SEND-friendly, and the school offers inclusive teaching practices. This allows you to develop your expertise in working with students with diverse needs, which can be both challenging and rewarding.Bespoke Curriculum:&nbsp;The bespoke curriculum allows for creativity and tailoring lessons to individual student needs while encouraging the aspects of PACE: (Play, Attention, Curiosity, and Exploration) to encourage active learning through play-based and child-centred approaches.We encourage professional development and growth:Small Class Sizes:&nbsp;Small class sizes allow for more individualised attention to both students and teachers. You'll have the opportunity to provide more focused support and receive more professional development opportunities.Staff Wellbeing:&nbsp;We care about the wellbeing of our staff by creating a positive work environment, offering professional development opportunities across the academy.We want to make a difference:Sustainable Focus:&nbsp;The school promotes environmental awareness and action, which is a powerful way to inspire students and contribute to a better future.Alternative Provision:&nbsp;Working in alternative provision allows you to make a significant impact on the lives of students who may be struggling in traditional settings.The Academy leadership team is determined to give our students the best opportunities possible to become successful, responsible citizens with the best life chances. This is an exciting opportunity for you to progress in an aspirational, therapeutic and innovative environment with students who need you.If you are a team player who is interested in working with young people in an innovative classroom environment, perhaps with previous experience in an educational environment we would welcome an application from you.In return, SAPMAT will offer you:• &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our children• &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A friendly and supportive team• &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Continuous professional development• &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The opportunity to grow your own career within the trust• &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Employee benefits including Staff wellbeing programPlease refer to the Recruitment Pack, Job Description &amp; Person Specification for full details of this vacancy. &nbsp;Please see full details of our <a href="https://www.sapmat.org.uk/docs/policies/Child_Protection_SAPMAT_24-25.pdf" target="_blank">Child Protection Policy</a> / <a href="https://www.sapmat.org.uk/docs/policies/Safeguarding_Policy_SAPMAT__24_-_25_.pdf" target="_blank">Safeguarding Policy</a>.Solihull Alternative Provision Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants, as well as two satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.&nbsp;We are a socially inclusive and equal opportunities Trust, and we are committed to actively promoting equal opportunities for all our staff and pupils.&nbsp;As part of the recruitment process, we collect and process personal data relating to job applicants.&nbsp;We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use this data, meeting Data Protection Regulations in line with GDPR compliance.We provide all members of staff who join Solihull Alternative Provision Multi Academy Trust with a full induction programme.Please use the following link to apply for this role -&nbsp;<a href="https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/TX7CCP10MS7X2opf0hzhxRDgi?domain=mynewterm.com" target="_blank">Job Adverts &amp; Applicants</a>Who are we looking for? • &nbsp; A clear, consistent and relational approach to working with high-tariff and vulnerable students• &nbsp; &nbsp;A passion for pupil progress• &nbsp;High expectations and skill in raising standards (behaviour, attendance, academic progress)•&nbsp; &nbsp; A vision for obtaining the best outcomes for our students.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, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Teaching Assistant - Coventry Alternative Provision Academy

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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 free from discrimination and bias.

Passenger Transport Services (PTS) Coventry, is responsible for delivering transport services to approximately 1200 passengers daily, to schools and day care centres with special educational needs and/or physical and/or sensory impairments.&nbsp; PTS have a team of over 180 staff from casual to F/T, supporting the service with 80 accessible minibus-type vehicles. The positions being recruited are on a split shift basis and there will be a need for successful candidates to work in the morning and afternoon with a break in between.
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? This is a fast-paced service that provides transportation for SEN children and young people, as well as older members of the community. Therefore, this pivotal role is to support the successful delivery of Passenger Transport Services by&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;the provision of an excellent and ‘customer-focused’ can-do service to all stakeholders, which reflects the vision, values, aims and objectives of Coventry City Council and its partners.Working with an experienced team of coordinators and Supervisors across a two-week shift pattern from 6.45 am - 6.30 pm, you will be engaging children, young people, parents/carers, schools,&nbsp;children's and adult services daily in an ever-changing, challenging but rewarding role, that includes:To provide 'on-site' supervision and deployment of all operational staff and vehicles.Maintain all administrative processes and procedures, ensuring all information recorded and/or obtained is clear and accurate at all times.Operation of vehicles, escort duties, and/or ancillary duties&nbsp;in relation to the delivery of Passenger Transport Services.To deputise for the Passenger Transport Supervisor as and when required and on appropriate issues.Whilst our positions are open to all applicants, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role; therefore, all applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. &nbsp;If you are on a limited visa, you must have a minimum of two years remaining.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 the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? You will be experienced at working within a busy, diverse customer-facing service with a calm solution focussed approach. You will have an understanding of safeguarding, health and safety and quality control and compliance. You will have experience of supervising people. You will have an ability to respond to complaints, queries in a sensitive empathetic manner and offer support to various stakeholders. Therefore skills and traits such as being motivated, multi tasker, flexible, organised, IT competent, a team player and a can do problem solver will stand you in good stead for this role.Professionalism and a good work ethic are an essential part of our service. We expect our assistants to:<ul>
<li>Respect all clients and treat them with sensitivity and dignity at all times. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Be flexible in working contracted hours over a standard working day and a 5-day working week on a rota.</li>
<li>You need to be very patient, always calm, resilient and understanding of the needs of SEN children and vulnerable adults.</li>
</ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<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: 5th August 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>

Passenger Transport Coordinator

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Retrofit and Engagement Coordinator

£25,183 - £27,269 Pay award pending
Full time – 37 hours a week
Fixed Term Contract – 2 years
Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make&nbsp;it thrive.
About the role 

This is a great role for someone who loves working with the wider community and a diverse range of people to help them get the best from their living environment, supporting the delivery of our ambitious housing retrofit programmes under the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3 project.
As our Retrofit and Engagement Coordinator, you’ll be directly engaging with residents, both Council tenants and private homeowners / renters, building strong relationships with them and ensuring they’re informed about upcoming and ongoing retrofit projects.
You’ll also be liaising with Council staff, external surveyors, contractors, agencies, and residents to deliver high quality customer care and resident engagement during and after housing retrofit projects, keeping residents updated with appointment dates and addressing any concerns they may have throughout the retrofit process
This is a two-year fixed term contract offering the opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable housing development.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Engagement with tenants, delivery partner, and contractors to ensure smooth delivery of retrofit works.</li>
<li>Develop and implement communication strategies to raise awareness and promote participation in the WH: SHF Wave 3 project.</li>
<li>Support project monitoring, reporting, and evaluation.</li>
<li>Champion sustainability and inclusivity throughout the project lifecycle.</li>
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About you 

This role suits someone with good face to face communication, relationship building and persuasion skills who has experience of working with a diverse range of people to help improve things for them. You could have gained this experience working in the charity sector, social housing, or something similar.
Some knowledge of construction would be beneficial or an aptitude for it to help you be able to explain plans and projects to the relevant community members - we can help you develop knowledge specific to our retrofitting project.
A good level of administrative ability is also needed alongside organisational and creative skills.
This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking team at a council committed to innovation, climate action, and partnership-led transformation -apply today to help us shape a greener future for Rugby.
 Benefits
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<li>35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)</li>
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<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Flexi time scheme</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Structured Induction Program</li>
<li>Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes</li>
<li>Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals</li>
<li>Family Friendly Policies</li>
<li>Independent Support for your health &amp; wellbeing</li>
<li>Generous compassionate leave</li>
<li>Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more</li>
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Retrofit and Engagement Coordinator

Birmingham Children’s Trust is going from strength to strength. We are the largest provider of family support and social care services for children, young people and families in the UK and Europe. Our goal is to become a centre of excellence in both social care and family support. By choosing to work for us, you will be part of a supportive, dynamic service contributing to our service improvement journey to ‘Outstanding’.We have an opportunity within our Business Support Service for a passionate and self-motivated Part-time Team Leader providing essential support to the Youth Justice Service and our Practice colleagues. As Team Leader for the YJS Business Support team, you will have a shared responsibility with the existing Team Leader to carry out a pivotal role in supporting the smooth and efficient delivery of all aspects of the service.About You….You will be a ‘can-do' person, who is passionate about high quality service delivery and performance. You will be able to work effectively within a dedicated team environment, be customer focused and able to deliver the role with a flexible forward-thinking and creative approach.You will have the experience of change and stakeholder management; possess outstanding leadership and management skills, be well organised, creative and innovative in your thinking and approach. You will have the skills and confidence to set work and meet tight deadlines; be articulate and proactive. You will be able to set clear expectations and be experienced at motivating and delegating to a team.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of the children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Business Support Team Leader – Youth Justice Service

Internal job title: Organisational Development &amp; Talent Advisor Interview date: 15th JulyAre you an effective self-starter, with excellent communication and organisation skills?Are you able to build effective collaborative working relationships with a range of stakeholders and team members?We're looking for an aspiring and talented Organisational Development &amp; Talent Advisor to join our dynamic HR team and play a vital role in delivering our People and Culture strategy.As our Organisational Development &amp; Talent Advisor, you will play a core role working in the HR team to support the Trust’s Organisational Development agenda across the Trust. You will be responsible for promoting and supporting continuous improvement, whilst actively engaging stakeholders to promote, develop and embed the Organisational Development vision.In this role, you will be working closely with the Organisational Development &amp; Talent Partner and the wider HR team to bring our People and Culture strategy to life. You’ll be providing professional advice, coaching, and hands-on support to our stakeholders across the Trust. You will help develop and deliver key organisational development programmes such as reviewing the management of apprentices, graduates and look to enhance the experience of those employees. You will also oversee our corporate learning offer &amp; play a key role in supporting the development and compliance of corporate learning.We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.About you:<ul> <li>Ability to take ownership and use initiative in a piece of work or a project.</li> <li>Experience of developing, designing and delivering learning programmes.</li> <li>Experience of analysing data and identifying trends.</li> <li>Experience of working in an Organisational Development and Talent environment.</li> <li>Experience of leading on key initiatives and projects.</li> <li>Ability to identify success and return on investment on Organisational Development initiatives.</li> <li>Able to communicate effectively at all levels both orally and in writing, including presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and information to a wide range of audiences.</li> <li>Experience of promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and processes.</li></ul>Want to know more?For informal enquires please contact Marcia Myers, Organisational Development &amp; Talent Partner via email: <a href="mailto:Marcia.Myers@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Marcia.Myers@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Countryside Estate Worker

Grade D: £25,183 - £27,269 per annum (pay award pending)

Post Number: DP385

Permanent - 37 Hours per week
Benefits to you:
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<li>Flexitime Scheme</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounted Leisure Centre Membership</li>
<li>23 days holiday increasing to 26 after 5 years continuous service </li>
<li>Cycle Scheme</li>
<li>Free Car Parking</li>
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The Countryside Team manages over 250 hectares of land within the District of Cannock Chase for the purposes of wildlife conservation and informal public recreation including a Site of Special Scientific Interest, three Local Nature Reserves, Local Wildlife Sites, and a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Habitats include woodland, heathland, wetland, and species rich grassland. The sites are grazed by our own herd of Dexter cattle and are predominantly urban or urban fringe in nature. The primary role of the team is to ensure that these sites are maintained to a high standard both for wildlife conservation purposes and public enjoyment.
We are looking for a full time Countryside Estate Worker, with experience of working with volunteers and having a good practical knowledge and experience of countryside management techniques for nature conservation. As well as being able to demonstrate managing a wide range of habitat types, the successful candidate will be competent in the use of agricultural &amp; horticultural machinery, chainsaws, brush cutters and power tools. Experience in managing cattle would be an advantage. Heavy manual outdoor work will be required.
In addition, you should have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively face to face and by telephone, demonstrating courtesy and tact in dealing with the general public and giving clear instructions to volunteers. The ability to carry out site inspections and maintain records are also essential requirements of the role.
Candidates will ideally have an understanding of wildlife and countryside legislation and possess appropriate qualifications in the safe use of forestry equipment and pesticide application. Possession of a valid full UK driving licence is an essential requirement.
The post will include regular rostered weekends inc. Bank Holidays, mainly over the winter period to look after the cattle. Hours of work are 8:30am to 16:25pm with occasional out of hours working required.
To apply for this vacancy online please go to <a href="https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login" target="_blank">https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login</a>
Alternatively, please telephone 01543 462621 or write to HR Services, Cannock Chase Council, Civic Centre, Beecroft Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG or e-mail <a href="mailto:vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk</a> quoting post number DP385.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 27th July 2025.
THE COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

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Staffordshire Virtual School for Looked After and Previously Looked after children is responsible for promoting and driving the educational attainment and outcomes of children who are looked after from 0 – 25 years.&nbsp;We are seeking to appoint an experienced, innovative and enthusiastic person with knowledge of the early years and care systems, and how they impact on children's development and education.&nbsp;You'll be contributing to raising the standards of educational attainment, achievement and attendance of our early years Looked After children.You will need to be passionate about working with our children, with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and have experience of working with both early years education and social care professionals.This is currently hybrid role working within the office environment but also working from home.&nbsp;The position is fixed term from September 2025 till July 2026.Main Responsibilities You'll be:<ul>
<li>Responsible for monitoring and tracking the attendance, achievement and Personal Education Plans of the 0-5 cohort of Children in Care.</li>
<li>Attend and contribute to Personal Education Plans as directed by the Education Coordinator and ensure SMART aspirational target setting for our children.</li>
<li>Work with early years leaders and other professionals to remove barriers to accessing education.</li>
<li>Partner with early years settings, specialist teams, &nbsp;social workers and parents/carers to provide training, assessment, advice, support and challenge to settings and other professionals.</li>
<li>Working in partnership with the Early Years team, Educational Psychology service, School Admissions, etc, to support the educational outcomes for our 0-5 cohort as needed.</li>
<li>Be inspirational for the educational attainment, outcomes and experiences for all children and young people in the care of the LA, whether placed in or out of Staffordshire.</li>
<li>Supporting the assessment of our children to promptly recognise any gaps in learning and allow the implementation of appropriate support at the earliest point.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will:<ul>
<li>have substantial experience of working with children and young people in an education setting.</li>
<li>have significant understanding of the barriers that vulnerable children experience in education</li>
<li>have experience of assessment and the assessment tools used to promptly recognise any gaps in learning and allow the implementation of appropriate support at the earliest point.</li>
<li>be passionate about working with our children,&nbsp;</li>
<li>have excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills</li>
<li>have experience of working with both early years education and social care professionals. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” For an informal discussion about the role contact Julie Roper at <a href="mailto:julie.roper@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">julie.roper@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Interview dates will be held on 22nd July.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.

Virtual School Early Years Advisor

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An exciting opportunity at Staffordshire County Council to lead a Team of Best Interests Assessors. (BIA's)&nbsp;When you join Staffordshire County Council you will be joining a Health and Care Directorate which is committed and motivated to making a difference, improving outcomes. Staffordshire County Council is the eighth largest county in England. Our Services are here to make lives better.&nbsp;Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards team primary areas of responsibility –The team’s Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards responsibilities are to ensure that adults who lack capacity to consent but need to be accommodated under a care and treatment regime that may have the effect of depriving them of their liberty have their best interests protected in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.An exciting opportunity at Staffordshire County Council to lead a Team of Best Interests Assessors. (BIA's)&nbsp;When you join Staffordshire County Council you will be joining a Health and Care Directorate which is committed and motivated to making a difference, improving outcomes. Staffordshire County Council is the eighth largest county in England. Our Services are here to make lives better.&nbsp;Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards team primary areas of responsibility –The team’s Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards responsibilities are to ensure that adults who lack capacity to consent but need to be accommodated under a care and treatment regime that may have the effect of depriving them of their liberty have their best interests protected in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.Main Responsibilities In this role you'll manage the Best Interests Assessor Team and lead professional practice development for Best Interests Assessors across Adult Social Care and Commissioned agencies.&nbsp;You will:<ul>
<li>Continually developing frontline individual BIA practice</li>
<li>Lead and oversee performance quality of an established team of Best interests Assessors&nbsp;</li>
<li>Lead BIA across Staffordshire Adult Social care and external commissioned agencies BIA's.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Share and develop MCA and DOLS knowledge across Adult Social Care</li>
<li>Support development policy / procedure updates</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate To apply for this role you'll need:<ul>
<li>A professional Qualification CQSW, Degree in SW, DipSW, or equivalent qualification such as Nurse (RGN/MH/LD) or Occupational Therapist &nbsp;and be Professionally registered</li>
<li>Current Best Interests Assessor i.e. has completed the Best Interests assessor course at an accredited provider</li>
<li>Significant post qualifying experience</li>
<li>Significant experience of coaching and mentoring others in a professional setting</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of reflective supervision</li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of legislation and guidance underpinning delivery of Adult Social Care Services in particular the MCA 2005 and Care Act 2014</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;Interviews will be held during week starting 22 July 2025.&nbsp;Don’t feel you meet all the requirements?&nbsp;We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Peter Hampton - <a href="mailto:Peter.Hampton@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Peter.Hampton@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or Ruth Martin <a href="mailto:ruth.martin@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ruth.martin@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;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.

Team Manager (DoLS) and BIA Lead

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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:

<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? As a learning support assistant you will support adult learners with a disability, learning difficulties or pre-literacy needs to fully access learning. Working under the direction of a tutor you will work with small groups/individuals to enable learners to progress in their English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses, achieve qualifications and move on in their lives.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 seeking a flexible and experienced person with knowledge of the diverse needs of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL ) learners. We are looking for someone with a passion for improving the lives of those most in need; someone who has a positive attitude to equality of opportunity. You will need to be adaptable to meet changing learner needs and be prepared &nbsp;to work in different venues across the city supporting different learners, tutors and classes.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.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<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(s): W/c 7th and 14th of July.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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