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Do you want a career where you can change lives for the better?At Birmingham Children’s Trust, that’s exactly what we do every single day. We’re here to protect, support and empower some of the city’s most vulnerable children, young people and families. And now, we’re looking for a Senior Social Work Assistant to join us in making a lasting difference.As a Senior Social Work Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting social workers and families, ensuring children feel safe, heard and supported. Your day-to-day work will be varied, but always meaningful. It’s a role full of variety — no two days will ever be the same. But every day, you’ll know your work is helping to create brighter futures.You’ll:<ul> <li>Be there to help families access the right services by making referrals and signposting.</li> <li>Support with Family Time/contact arrangements so children can maintain important relationships.</li> <li>Listen to children, capturing their wishes, feelings and views.</li> <li>Assist in evidence gathering for child protection planning and legal proceedings.</li> <li>Manage the delivery of financial and practical support for children and families.</li> <li>Keep our records and IT systems up to date.</li> <li>Assist social work teams with transporting CYPF</li> <li>Work alongside passionate, supportive colleagues who care deeply about the difference we make.</li></ul>We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. Be part of a service recognised by Ofsted for strong leadership, safeguarding and partnership working.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 youWe’re looking for someone who brings kindness, empathy and resilience, alongside the ability to stay professional in challenging situations. You’ll need to have:<ul> <li>Experience working with children and/or families in a care or support setting.</li> <li>An Enhanced DBS (Children).</li> <li>A basic knowledge of social work practice and the legal framework for children and families.</li> <li>Strong communication skills — both written and verbal as you will be liaising with a diverse range of children and families.</li> <li>Confidence in liaising with partner agencies and keeping accurate records.</li> <li>Respect for diversity, fairness and inclusion in everything you do.</li> <li>Flexibility to work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals.</li> <li>An understanding of social deprivation and its impact on families.</li></ul>If you’re ready to bring your energy, compassion and commitment to supporting children and families, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us make Birmingham a place where every child can thrive!Interview date: 15th and 16th October 2025, held onsite at our newly refurbished office at Lifford House. 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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Birmingham Children's Trust

Senior Social Work Assistant

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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? Are you creative and want to influence our next new chapter?An exciting opportunity has arisen for Social Workers in our One Coventry Integrated Teams.Local Integrated Teams are being built around localities to coordinate an urgent response, tailored to the needs of our people. &nbsp;The teams will be responsible for responding to critical needs in the community, supporting discharge from the hospital and providing short-term reablement services.As no two cases are the same, you’ll enjoy a diverse caseload and have the opportunity to stretch your social work skills. Dealing with a broad spectrum of complex issues, including Mental Capacity Act assessments and safeguarding, your sound understanding of our legal obligations will support your decision-making. &nbsp;Our teams pride themselves on being a supportive environment, where people can make the most of personal development opportunities to achieve positive professional outcomes.This is a fabulous time to join us as we continue our journey within the Local Integrated Teams with our system health partners.We have 2 posts, 37 and 27 hours er week.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? We are seeking an individual who is up for the challenge, compassionate yet confident, able to work under pressure, self-motivated, and a key member of the integrated team on this journey.Working as part of our Local Integrated Teams, you’ll have the benefit of engaging with people face-to-face as you work in partnership with Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and a range of other practitioners in this fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment. &nbsp;With excellent relationship-building skills, you’ll work closely with other members of the team across other locations, including the Acute Trust Hospital and short-term services providers.&nbsp;As a qualified Social Worker, you’ll use a strengths-based approach to make confident decisions, even where there is uncertainty. With an understanding of how our services are structured, you’ll enjoy using a proactive problem-solving approach to achieve successful outcomes. &nbsp;In return, we can offer you a varied and fulfilling role where you can influence and evolve, to meet the needs of our vulnerable people. &nbsp;You will be supported and work collaboratively with key stakeholders alongside Development and exposure, and the opportunity to leave a legacy will be paramount in this exciting provision.We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds, who have a disability and applicants who are from the LGBTQ+ community to apply for our senior leadership roles.&nbsp;This does not prevent any other applicants with a protected characteristic or a non-protected characteristic from applying.If you would like to find out more about this role and our journey so far, please contact: Dennison Adu-Amoako at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:dennison.adu-amoako@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">dennison.adu-amoako@coventry.gov.uk</a>, Charlotte Wibberley at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Charlotte.Wibberley@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Charlotte.Wibberley@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Interviews to be held week commencing 21st July 2025If 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>&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'. 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 that the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 1st October 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>

Social Worker Local Integrated Teams (Adults)

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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.

Join us at Coventry City Council on our remarkable journey to shape a brighter future for the city's children, young people and families! As a 'Good' Local Authority, we strive for excellence and place children and young people at the heart of our practice. We're seeking individuals who are enthusiastic, flexible, and eager to develop their skills.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In our Professional Support Service, you'll play a vital role, supporting Children’s Services on an administrative basis, you'll contribute significantly to Children’s Services, ensuring positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families. Join our passionate and dedicated team, and together, let's make a meaningful impact on the lives of Coventry's children!&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.&nbsp;

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>
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What is the job role? Come and join us at an exciting time and be part of the Professional Support Service – an administrative team that makes a positive difference in supporting Children’s Services daily!We are at the heart of Children’s Services in Coventry, working with colleagues at all levels across the service to contribute to positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable Children and Families across the City.&nbsp;We are looking for people with potential, enthusiasm, a flexible approach and ready to develop their knowledge &amp; skills. We value commitment and efficiency in action, a willingness to take the initiative and a mind open to new challenges.&nbsp;The post is a full-time, 12 month fixed-term contract initially.In this role, you will be providing administrative support to 8 Family Hubs across the City and therefore need to be flexible to travel to different locations as required. You will be responsible for effective front desk support, greeting visitors, handling calls, managing bookings, updating electronic management systems, supporting with note taking and other tasks as appropriate.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? We are looking for someone who:<ul>
<li>Is a self-starter</li>
<li>Has strong organisational and time management skills</li>
<li>Thrives in a busy and diverse environment</li>
<li>Has great attention to detail along with excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
</ul>Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you! Contact us for an informal discussion about the role on <a href="mailto:Debbie.shield@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Debbie.shield@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;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: 26 September 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 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>

Operational Support Assistant (Administration Role)

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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 Education Entitlement Service (EES) strives to deliver outstanding services for our customers, predominately the children of Coventry, who may be requiring access to education or alternative education provision. We ensure vulnerable children are appropriately supported; have a voice, that hopefully leads to their high achievement and excellent progress.

The EES is made up of a diverse range of teams all working together to recognise, support and apply innovative solutions to address the growing issues in relation to trying to educate some of our most vulnerable pupils in schools.&nbsp;

The Outdoor Education Service made up of experienced staff members provides high quality outdoor and residential experiences within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.
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.&nbsp;

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? This role combines senior administrative expertise with project co-ordination skills to ensure the smooth and efficient operational support for the delivery of funded, non-funded, and commercial programmes and events along with other areas of the service.The&nbsp;Outdoor Education Senior Administrator and Project Co-Ordinator will provide crucial support in areas such as bookings, financial management, resource allocation and project delivery. The candidate will play a key role in enhancing the quality and accessibility of outdoor education programmes in the city.Job Purpose:<ul>
<li>To provide a high quality administrative and general office support to the Outdoor Education Service team in line with &nbsp;service requirements</li>
<li>To offer guidance and support to all stakeholders and colleagues on the use of service systems e.g funded and non funded programme systems such as Eequ and Coventry City Council booking systems</li>
<li>To lead on the processing of finance, including production of finance reports and processing payments on Business World or via the correct team internally.&nbsp;</li>
<li>To serve as the primary administrator and central point of contact for designated OES-delivered programmes.</li>
<li>To ensure that Outdoor Education Service systems hold accurate and detailed data for all service users in line with GDPR.</li>
</ul>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). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? We’re looking for a highly organised and enthusiastic individual with a passion for outdoor education and youth engagement. You’ll be the backbone of our programme delivery—coordinating bookings, managing resources, and supporting both funded and commercial projects with precision and care. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with schools and young people, and have strong IT, communication, and administrative skills, we’d love to hear from you. Experience in outdoor settings or youth work is a bonus, and training opportunities are available for the right candidate. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic team, helping shape memorable experiences for children and young people across the city.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 <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: 13th October 25About 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>

Outdoor Education Senior Administrator and Project Co-Ordinator

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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:

<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? Based in a Provider Day Centre Unit (Brandon Wood Farm) and across the service, you would be part of a team providing administration support to Internally Provided Services.&nbsp;This varied role would cover a range of front and back-office admin duties including administrative support tasks to help run the unit, dealing and resolving queries over the phone or face to face,&nbsp;working with various Council ICT systems,&nbsp;inputting data for reporting purposes, maintaining computerised and manual filing systems, retrieving information as requested, and ensuring that information is kept up to date, handling monies,&nbsp;note-taking.The post is for 13.75 hours worked over 2 or 3 days (preferably Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays)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? We are currently looking for warm, positive and dedicated individuals to work in our Adult Social Care Internally Provided Services team, who can provide person centred support to adults and older people. &nbsp;&nbsp;In return, we would need you to have excellent communication skills, be flexible, good ICT skills, good written and numerical skills, be able to deal with a diverse range of people, be able to demonstrate sensitivity and empathy when dealing with difficult service users, manage conflicting priorities and own workloads.Please note the salary advertised will be pro-rata to hours worked (13.75 hours per week).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(s): Wednesday 1 October 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>

Senior Administrator

THERAPEUTIC &amp; EMOTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICE (TESS) GR6 - £52,431.00 to £64,811.00: (with market supplement) up to £72,311.00 (depending on experience) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Principal Clinical Psychologist, with significant experience of working with childhood trauma and attachment-related difficulties, to join our Therapeutic and Emotional Support Service (TESS) for care experienced children &amp; young people. This new post will expand our existing service provision to support care leavers and unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people. Post qualification training in attachment and trauma informed approaches and models of therapy (or an enthusiasm to develop knowledge/skills in this area) are desirable.TESS is a well-resourced and growing service that provides a wide range of support services to children and young people (up to age 25yrs) open to Birmingham Children’s Trust, their parents/carers and their professional network. We work in partnership with local mental health, education and community-based services to ensure support is appropriate to meet need. The post holder will:<ul> <li>Join a friendly, supportive, and highly regarded multi-disciplinary team of clinical psychology, systemic family therapy, play therapy, and other therapeutic social workers. </li> <li>Have a wide range of approaches and models (e.g. DDP, CBT, DBT, etc) are utilised within the service. </li> <li>Whilst working in accordance with the best available evidence base, evidence informed innovative and creative ways of working are also encouraged.</li></ul>This population can present with a wide range of needs resulting from significant experiences of abuse, neglect, significant attachment disruption, separation, loss, marginalisation, disadvantage and social isolation. Presenting needs can include emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties, mental health issues, neurodevelopmental differences along with learning or executive functioning difficulties and high risk. This work can be pressured and emotionally challenging at times, but also very rewarding. Birmingham is a ‘super diverse’ city and a broad range of diverse ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds represented in our workforce and in those we support. The post holder will: <ul> <li>Undertake a broad range of duties including: specialist assessment, developing shared formulations in complex presentations.</li> <li>Delivering therapeutic interventions (individual, dyadic, family and/or in groups), consultation, teaching and training.</li> <li>Liaison with partner agencies as well as undertaking supervision, service development, service evaluation and research where appropriate.</li></ul>If you are a team player who is passionate and experienced in developing and delivering services for care experienced and/or UASC young people, we would love to hear from you. TESS will provide you with access to training, regular clinical, professional and management supervision, and on-going support. You will also have opportunities to link with other psychologists across the Trust for peer support.In order to be considered for this role please include a supporting statement and CV that demonstrates how you meet the competencies required as outlined in the attached person specification. For more information please contact:Lee Vince, TESS Head of Service or: <a href="mailto:Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> or Dr Marie Kershaw, Consultant Clinical Psychologist: <a href="mailto:Marie.Kershaw@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Marie.Kershaw@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025 Interviews: Tuesday 14th October 2025We 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. 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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Principal Clinical Pyschologist

Healthy, Safe, Behaviours (HSB) Team – Supporting young people with Harmful Sexual Behaviour £52,431.00 to £64,811.00: (with market supplement) up to £72,311.00 (depending on experience) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Principal Psychologist to join our Healthy Safe Behaviours Team (HSB). This newly configured service supports children and young people (7 to 17 years), open to Birmingham Children’s Trust, who present with harmful sexual behaviour. The team adopt a multi-agency approach, supporting Early Help, Safeguarding, Children in Care and Youth Justice Services; delivering bespoke and tailored interventions and programmes of education and support.We are looking for a Principal Psychologist, with significant experience working with children and young people with presentations relating to harmful sexual behaviour, offending, and who may also have histories of early adversity, childhood trauma &amp;/or significant attachment disruption. This new role will work alongside the operational team manager to provide clinical leadership for the ongoing development and delivery of this service in accordance with the evidence base and current best practice guidance. The successful candidate will:<ul> <li>Carry out specialist assessments, formulation and deliver psychological interventions to children, young people, families &amp;/or caregivers. </li> <li>They will lead on the development of risk screening and management planning and support the escalation of mental health concerns where appropriate. </li> <li>A significant proportion of this role will include working with the professional network around the child/young person; providing psychological consultation, developing shared formulations of complex needs/presentations, contributing to safety plans, teaching and training and clinical supervision. </li> <li>The role will also have opportunities for service development, innovative and creative ways of working, routine service evaluation and research as required. </li></ul>Post qualification training in trauma informed approaches and experience in supporting others in trauma informed care (or enthusiasm to develop this knowledge/skills) is desirable. This work can be pressured and emotionally challenging at times, but can also be very rewarding. Birmingham is a ‘super diverse’ city and a broad range of diverse ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds represented in our workforce and in those we support. If you are a team player, with strengths in multi-agency and partnership working, who is passionate and experienced in developing and delivering high quality and effective services for this population, we would love to hear from you. We will provide you with access to training, regular clinical, professional and management supervision, and on-going support. You will also have opportunities to link with other psychologists across the Trust for peer support.In order to be considered for this role please include a supporting statement and CV demonstrating how you meet the competencies required as outlined in the attached person specification. For more information, please contact Lee Vince, TESS &amp; HSB Head of Service on <a href="mailto:Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> or Dr Marie Kershaw, Consultant Clinical Psychologist: <a href="mailto:Marie.Kershaw@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Marie.Kershaw@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025Interviews will take place on: Monday 13th October 2025 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. 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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About the role: 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.As a Recruitment HR Advisor for Birmingham Children’s Trust, you will be required to deliver an effective recruitment and operational service that ensures a positive and effective experience is received by all.About you<ul> <li>You will have excellent communication skills and be the first point of contact for all recruitment enquiries and will be required to support candidates and managers through the onboarding process in an efficient and timely manner.</li></ul><ul> <li>You should have a good understanding of recruitment related employment law matters and have a broad operational experience of delivering a quality recruitment service. </li></ul><ul> <li>Previous experience of using HR/Payroll systems; along with strong team working skills are essential. </li></ul><ul> <li>You must be competent and confident in using all MS Office platforms ; have excellent organisational skills coupled with the ability to prioritise your work to meet deadlines; whilst remaining detailed focused in this fast-paced environment. </li></ul>The role will be part of a strong, supportive team where you can further develop your professional skills.For informal enquires please contact <a href="mailto:Melissa.mcpherson@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Melissa.mcpherson@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> Interviews week commencing 6th October 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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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create an inclusive workplace culture, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.Customer Services is one of the largest departments in Coventry City Council and are the front face of the organisation. &nbsp;We are usually the first port of call for customer enquiries across the council. &nbsp;Our fast-paced telephone teams deal with thousands of calls and emails a week, we have a dynamic Customer Service Centre with around 2500 visitors a week approaching us for a wide range of enquiries from paying their council tax to seeking help to access services and dedicated support teams who process bookings, timesheets and general administration work for the whole organisation.Joining Customer Services is a really good stepping stone into a long term career with the Council, depending on the role you are offered you will learn about other parts of the organisationWe want every single customer to have a positive experience when approaching the council and would welcome you being part of the team.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? Are you ready to drive innovation, streamline operations, and create standout internal customer experiences? Customer Services is looking for a dynamic leader to shape and deliver a bold support strategy that transforms how we work and connect with our internal service users.Within our team, people from minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented across our middle-management team; as a result, we would like to encourage people from minority ethnic backgrounds to apply for this post. This does not prevent any other applicants with a protected characteristic or a non-protected characteristic from applying.What We’re All AboutOur team is the engine behind smarter, more efficient services. From modernising administration to commercialising digital print and mail, we’re focused on delivering high-impact solutions that empower and delight colleagues and unlock new opportunities.Your MissionAs Organisational Support Lead, you’ll work with our managers to :<ul>
<li>Design and deliver a forward-thinking support strategy aligned to our Customer Service vision</li>
<li>Lead the adoption of automation and digital tools to improve service delivery</li>
<li>Develop and promote a compelling offer for our Digital Print &amp; Mail service</li>
<li>Collaborate with partners and teams to evolve services using data, technology, and best practices</li>
<li>Shape and manage our Executive Support function to ensure senior leaders thrive</li>
</ul>What You’ll Be Doing<ul>
<li>Championing digital self-service and building confidence in new systems</li>
<li>Driving performance and quality across all support functions</li>
<li>Using data to identify trends, improve workflows, and boost profitability</li>
<li>Promoting services through events, communications, and award &nbsp; &nbsp; submissions</li>
<li>Supporting senior stakeholders with expert guidance</li>
<li>Ensuring compliance with financial and data protection standards</li>
<li>Deputising for the Head of Customer Service when needed</li>
</ul>What You’ll Bring<ul>
<li>Proven experience leading strategic change and digital transformation</li>
<li>Strong commercial acumen and the ability to develop profitable service offers</li>
<li>Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills</li>
<li>A passion for inclusive leadership and continuous improvement</li>
<li>A degree in Business, Programme Management, Public Sector Management, or Marketing</li>
</ul>The closing date is midnight on the 9th September 2025. &nbsp;We’ll shortlist from there, and if you’re successful, we’ll invite you to the interview and an assessment centre. Assessments will take place on 1st and 2nd October 2025.If it would be helpful to talk things through in a bit more detail, then give Adrienne Bellingeri a call on 02476 971045.This post is fixed-term for 18 months.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? The job description will tell you all about the practical things we’re looking for, but if you talk to us, we’ll say it’s more than that:-<ul>
<li>Plate spinners, who thrive on lots going on, like making sense out of emerging agendas and enjoy being exposed to loads of different projects and activities. &nbsp;</li>
<li>People people, who love to get the best out of others recognise that they don’t have all the answers themselves but know how to work alongside people to find them. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborators actively seek opportunities to work across organisations and with partners to create innovative solutions and open their thinking up to external challenge.  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Problem solvers, who are creative and thoughtful, to help us reimagine not only how we support our residents and our organisation but who’ll push boundaries and not be afraid to try new things.  &nbsp;</li>
<li>Values people who will bring their hearts to work with them, who’ll genuinely care about doing the right things and creating a can-do culture. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Realists, pragmatists and survivors – this stuff is hard, and we won’t always get it right, so we need to work together to adapt, learn from our history and use it to inform our future, all while keeping going. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? &nbsp;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'. 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.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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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>This is an opportunity to join our LibraryPlus team, where you will use your customer-facing skills to deliver a wide range of services, including the provision of activities and services for communities, children and their families, within library community spaces.Dealing with a variety of enquiries and tasks to include joining new borrowers, cash handling and local history enquiries, you will ensure that each customer has a positive experience in the library.<h2>Additional information</h2><ul>
<li>Can you provide excellent customer service to all visitors to Northamptonshire Central LibraryPlus?</li>
<li>Are you motivated and enthusiastic with a proactive approach?</li>
<li>Are you creative and excited about delivering and supporting memorable activities for children and their families?</li>
<li>Are you passionate about serving your local community and seeking partnerships with local organisations to benefit library customers?</li>
</ul>If so, you might be the person we are looking for.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Customer Service Advisor (Northamptonshire Central Library)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>The Waste Management Team at West Northants Council is seeking to recruit a Waste Customer Service Administrator. &nbsp;&nbsp;We are looking to recruit a friendly &amp; confident communicator who will enjoy supporting our residents with a high level of customer service. The role requires someone who is organised and works well under pressure as we introduce new customer facing waste systems.&nbsp;In this role you’ll provide support to the Waste Management service, an essential service used by all West Northants residents.&nbsp;Your primary role will be to efficiently process waste management service related customer queries and provide front facing advice, through multiple channels, including telephone calls, emails and other online waste systems. Primarily dealing with enquiries regarding our Household Waste Recycling Centres the role will also provide support on other general Waste Management administrative tasks.&nbsp;You will be supported by colleagues in the waste operations team to proactively manage residents’ queries, helping to ensure the smooth management of waste services to fulfil the Council's statutory duties.The role is for an initial 12 month period - fixed term contract and we would potentially welcome any internal applicants looking for a secondment opportunity. <h2>Additional information</h2>Ideally you will have experience delivering excellence customer service. You will be confident in engaging with customers and service users on the introduction of new waste service systems, giving support to residents over the phone and online.You will need • A sound understanding or experience Council waste services (training will be provided) • Ability to work independently, using own initiative&nbsp; • Ability to prioritise and work efficiently&nbsp; • To enjoy the challenge of contributing to and helping residents • Attention to detail and computer skills supporting back office functions • Experience of data analysis and producing reports&nbsp; • Great communication skills&nbsp; • Excellent customer service skills to ensure our colleagues and partners have a positive experience<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Waste Customer Service Administrator

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families?Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential?If so, Birmingham Children’s Trust wants you!We have a fantastic new opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join our team, as our Senior Social Worker. As our Senior Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will play a key part in assisting our social workers to support our Children in Care alongside those children and families who are subject to live care proceedings. You will assist with the completion of statutory assessments, supervise family time and advise children and their families about help and support that is available to them. You will obtain and record all relevant information, taking appropriate action where necessary; as well as providing practical day-to-day support; which may take the form of home visits and direct work within the family home or community. Additionally, you will work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to assess needs, develop care plans, and provide ongoing support. You’ll have extensive experience in working with vulnerable children, young people and their families in a support/advisory role and be knowledgeable in safeguarding and Children’s services processes and legislation. We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. At our latest OFSTED monitoring visit in 2024, Children in Care Service findings were:<ul> <li>Many children benefit from meaningful relationships with social workers who have taken time to build strong and caring relationships with them. </li> <li>Social workers demonstrate a real curiosity and passion to ensure they listen to children and are effective in meeting their needs.</li> <li>Social workers are positive about the support they receive from managers and leaders at all levels. </li> <li>Caseloads are manageable and social workers report that they are busy but they feel well supported in their practice. </li> <li>Consequently, social workers are able to develop meaningful relationships with children.</li> <li>Social workers are proud of their work and their children’s progress.</li></ul>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.Interview date: 17th September, held onsite at our newly refurbished office at One Avenue Road. 2nd October, held onsite at our newly refurbished office at Lifford House.About you<ul> <li>You must be a qualified Social Worker and registered with SWE.</li> <li>Experience of working within social worker</li> <li>Ability in providing an outstanding service to all of our carers and children who are placed within our service.</li> <li>Experience of completing high quality, analytical court reports within strict court timescales is desirable, as the work is interesting, often complex and challenging but is crucial to achieving placement stability and permanence for our children.</li> <li>Ability to work on your own initiative and be able to demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with colleagues.</li> <li>Solid understanding of relevant care planning and fostering legislation and be able to confidently work within fostering regulations, national minimum standards and safeguarding procedures.</li> <li>You will have assessment and report writing skills that are analytical, evidence based and demonstrate professional curiosity and respectful challenge.</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul> <li>In addition to the salary offered, there is an incentive payment of £1,000</li> <li>Retention payment of up to £5,000 per annum, subject to tax and NI deductions - T&amp;C's will apply.</li> <li>A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.</li> <li>Free on-site parking.</li> <li>Amazing full access to our internal employee benefits scheme including, but not limited to, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts, Health &amp; Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!</li> <li>Full reimbursement of your annual Social Work England registration fee</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home.</li></ul>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. Want to know more?We are hosting two open evenings with Birmingham Children’s Trust - a great chance to find out more about this role, talk more about what skills and experience is required, meet our team, and support on applying online.Join us on Tuesday 10th September at One Avenue Road or on Wednesday 25th September in Lifford House, from 5pm to 7pm.Everyone is welcome, free parking onsite and it’s completely free to attend. If you’re interested to learn more about this exciting new opportunity, come along and discover new opportunities in a relaxed and welcoming setting! 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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Senior Social Worker - Children in Care

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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 Education Entitlement Service (EES) strives to deliver outstanding services for our customers, predominately the children of Coventry, who may be requiring access to education or alternative education provision. We ensure vulnerable children are appropriately supported; have a voice, that hopefully leads to their high achievement and excellent progress.

The EES is made up of a diverse range of teams all working together to recognise, support and apply innovative solutions to address the growing issues in relation to trying to educate some of our most vulnerable pupils in schools.&nbsp;

The School Organisation Service (Admissions) co-ordinates school admissions  processes. &nbsp;Team tasks include the:

<ul>
	<li>Administration of all applications for school places</li>
	<li>Provision of information for parents, school and other stakeholders; and</li>
	<li>Provision of information to support the school appeals process</li>
</ul>
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.&nbsp;

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 are looking for an enthusiastic team player and a great communicator to join our service. &nbsp;You will be responsible for dealing with applications for school places and travel passes. You will have the ability to understand, interpret and explain complex statutory guidelines to parents, school staff, and other education colleagues. You will have strong IT skills, showing accuracy and a great eye for detail.&nbsp;This role is fixed-term for 12 months to cover maternity leave.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.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). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? You will have strong IT skills, preferably with experience of Capita ONE or similar admissions software. Working with parents and schools in this customer service role you will need:   &nbsp;<ul>
<li>Good communication and interpersonal skills   </li>
<li>Ability to work in a pressurised environment, meeting deadlines and managing time effectively   </li>
<li>A flexible and positive approach to teamwork   </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 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: 29 September 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>

School Organisation Assistant

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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.Coventry Bereavement Service work tirelessly to deliver the highest possible standards of service to all bereaved families at their time of need.We are responsible for the provision of burial across 6 cemeteries located city wide, the management of Canley Crematorium and Gardens of Remembrance as well as various other sundry services including the provision of Public Health Funerals and post cremation memorialsation. Through the hard work, commitment and dedication of our skilled team of colleagues we are able to deliver a highly demanding service demonstrating both empathy and compassion. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bereavement Service is proud of the services it is able to deliver and guarantee the families are always at the heart of all it does. We will provide you with an environment where you can flourish by providing training, promote personal growth and learn new skills all whilst helping to deliver essential services to the bereaved.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 gardener in bereavement services, your role is to maintain the landscape of the Gardens of Remembrance, arboreal and horticultural features across all the Local Authorities’ Cemeteries.You will undertake driving duties which may include vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes and ride on grass-cutting equipment.You will be planting, hedge cutting and pruning of shrubs and hedges. You will be responsible for chemical control, applying weed killers and other chemicals in line with Health &amp; Safety.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? To be successful in this role, you will need:<ul>
<li>Knowledge of horticulture</li>
<li>ability to supervise and set work</li>
<li>Ability to operate a range of machinery</li>
<li>Customer Care Skills to communicate tactfully and sympathetically with bereaved members of the public</li>
<li>Significant experience in the operation of plant and equipment</li>
<li>PA1 and PA6 trained</li>
<li>NVQ 1, 2 &amp; 3 in Horticulture, City &amp; Guilds or equivalent</li>
<li>A Full Driving License</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 learn about the assistance we can provide.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. 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 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>

Gardener

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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:

<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? Are you ready to lead a dynamic team and make a real difference in the lives of others? We are seeking a highly competent and compassionate Assistant Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of one of our Internally Provided Housing with Care schemes.The Role:As Assistant Manager, you will:<ul>
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Lead and develop a dedicated staff team to deliver high-quality care and support.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) Key Lines of Enquiry (KLOEs) while continually seeking ways to improve the quality of life for the people we support.</li>
<li>Oversee budget management, recruitment, and adherence to HR policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with sister schemes, providing guidance and support in the absence of their Assistant Manager.</li>
<li>Be part of the on-call management rota, supporting services for Older Adults, Dementia, and Reablement.</li>
</ul>This is a critical leadership role where your efforts will directly impact both the service's operational excellence and the well-being of those in our care.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? We’re looking for an inspiring and empathetic leader who embodies the values of respect, integrity, and innovation. To succeed in this role, you’ll need to demonstrate:<ul>
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Leadership Excellence: A confident leader capable of making decisions independently and working collaboratively within a team.</li>
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Person-Centred Commitment: A dedication to promoting independence, rights, and choices for the people we support.</li>
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Outstanding Interpersonal Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with staff, families, professionals, and service users in both formal and informal settings.</li>
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Proven Experience: At least 5 years of frontline management experience in a social care setting, with a sound understanding of CQC regulations and standards.</li>
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Strong Organisational Skills: The ability to manage competing priorities and handle conflicting demands.</li>
<li>
Development Focus: A passion for creating an open and transparent culture that supports learning and the development of both the staff team and the service.</li>
</ul>Why Join Us?This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to step into a respected leadership role following a much-loved manager. You’ll have the chance to shape the service, inspire your team, and leave a lasting positive impact on the community.We are committed to creating an environment where both our staff and the people we support can thrive. If you have the expertise, enthusiasm, and empathy to lead our Housing with Care scheme into its next chapter, we would love to hear from you.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: 3rd &nbsp;and 6th October 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>

Assistant Manager

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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.

Join us at Coventry City Council on our remarkable journey to shape a brighter future for the city's children, young people and families! As a 'Good' Local Authority, we strive for excellence and place children and young people at the heart of our practice. We're seeking individuals who are enthusiastic, flexible, and eager to develop their skills.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In our Professional Support Service, you'll play a vital role, supporting Children’s Services on an administrative basis, you'll contribute significantly to Children’s Services, ensuring positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families. Join our passionate and dedicated team, and together, let's make a meaningful impact on the lives of Coventry's children!&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.&nbsp;

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? Come and join us at an exciting time and be part of the Professional Support Service’s journey. We are a team that works with colleagues at all levels across Children and Education Services to contribute to positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable Children and Families across the City.&nbsp;This role will be based in the Fostering Service and will support Fostering Panels. This will include; ensuring a smooth and efficient process in preparation for, during and after the Fostering Panel, producing comprehensive electronic minutes from Panel in accordance with the Fostering Regulations and ensuring a positive and professional experience for prospective Foster Carers. You will work closely with the Panel Chair and members and liaise with Social Workers to complete any required after Panel work, such as distributing outcomes and recording those on the in-house case management system.&nbsp;You will be required to support improvement and Ofsted priorities in Children’s Services and continue to work towards making a difference in improving the lives of Children, Families and Young People.&nbsp;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). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? We are looking for someone who:<ul>
<li>Has strong minute-taking skills</li>
<li>Is a self-starter&nbsp;</li>
<li>Has a flexible can-do approach</li>
<li>Thrives in a busy environment, with an ability to multitask to meet conflicting deadlines</li>
<li>Can problem-solve and use their own initiative&nbsp;</li>
<li>Has great attention to detail, along with excellent communication skills</li>
</ul>Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you! Contact us for an informal discussion about the role email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Debbie.shie;d@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Debbie.shield@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;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: 18 September 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 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>

Fostering Panel Support Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a><h2>About the role</h2>We are looking to recruit Inclusion Officers: School Attendance Support Officers (SASO) in the School Attendance Support Service in West Northamptonshire Council, based at One Angel Square but also working in the school community.&nbsp;Ensuring good attendance at school is everyone’s business and it is our role to ensure that all pupils receive the education to which they are entitled. It is our intention that the right support is given at the right time to ensure that attendance for all pupils, but particularly for our vulnerable cohorts, sits at a good level. We are clear that anything below 95% is not good enough and will require action by the school and parents working with West Northants Council and other essential services.Using the DfE Attendance guidance entitled Working Together to Improve School Attendance as a basis for our work, the SASO will lead termly Targeted Support Meetings within their allocated schools to identify barriers to good attendance and navigate appropriate support for the school, for the pupil and their family, to ensure that attendance is prioritised.You would be joining a highly motivated, committed team which has been brought together from a wide range of experiences to ensure pupils have full access to and are safe in education and to support access to education and positive educational outcomes for vulnerable learner This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders At 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Additional information</h2>We want talented, ambitious and passionate people like you to come and take on this challenging and rewarding role. You must be able to work collaboratively and supportively whilst balancing this with the ability to challenge where it is required.With excellent oral and written communication skills, you will be a clear thinker and outcome focused.Collaborative multi-agency working is key to this role alongside being resilient and determined.For an informal discussion about the role please contact <a href="mailto:Katie.Morlidge@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Katie.Morlidge@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> <h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

School Attendance Support Officer

BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANTS - Domestic Abuse and Interpersonal Violence Team and Family Help TeamWe have some exciting opportunities within our Business Support Service for self-motivated Business Support Assistants, providing essential support to our practice staff members. We are recruiting to 7 full time positions across the Domestic Abuse and Interpersonal Violence Business Support Team (3 posts) and within our Family Help Business Support Team (4 posts).The Domestic Abuse and Interpersonal Violence Business Support team provide business support to the Domestic Abuse and Interpersonal Violence team within the Trust. This includes: Multi-Agency Referral at Conference (MARAC), One Day One Conference (ODOC), Operation Unite and MARAC information.As part of a centralised and flexible support service, maintaining critical services to children and families, it is our priority that the team provides the support as outlined above, as well as works flexibly across the Trust providing advice and guidance where required.The Family Help Business Support team will provide Business Support to The Family Help District teams across the City. The Family Help team provide frontline workers with administrative tasks to enable early support to families.You will be working with colleagues and multi-agency professionals at all levels across the service to contribute to positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable children and families.<ul> <li>You will be a ‘can-do' approachable person, who is passionate about high quality customer service delivery and performance</li> <li>Flexibility to provide continuity of service.</li> <li>Be able to manage several conflicting priorities and use your own initiative to respond independently to difficult problems and unexpected situations providing a solution focused response</li> <li>Multitasking skills in team task requirements</li> <li>Good IT skills in Excel, Teams, Outlook</li> <li>Training and development on all the required team tasks will be provided as necessary.</li></ul>Key skills required;<ul> <li>A good understanding of customer service.</li> <li>Experience of teamwork, evidencing the understanding of expectations and driving outcome focused performance.</li> <li>Experience of managing conflicting priorities, the ability to organise own workload and decide priorities.</li> <li>The ability to work under pressure, including meeting deadlines and dealing with interruptions.</li> <li>The ability to resolve internal/external issues and providing a solution focused response.</li> <li>The ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information with varied audiences in person and/or in writing.</li> <li>The ability to work flexibly as part of a team environment, providing cover when needed to ensure continuity of service provision.</li> <li>The ability to manage a process, ensuring accurate and timely outputs.</li> <li>The ability to cope with situations where there is an emotional demand arising from the work being undertaken</li></ul>You are required to provide additional information that evidences your skills and abilities against each of the criteria set out in the person specification. This additional information needs to be uploaded on the application form where it states, 'Upload Supporting Information'. Only those applications with a supporting statement uploaded, as well as your CV, can be considered for shortlisting. If the role of Business Support Assistant sounds like the one for you, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and contribute to making a positive outcome for children and families in Birmingham!Teams are citywide, working on a hybrid basis, and are primarily based either at One Avenue Road, Aston or Lifford House, Stirchley. However, you will be required to attend other hubs located across the city on an ad hoc basis. Hybrid working involves a minimum of 2 days based in the office per week with the remainder working from home. All staff are required to attend additional days set by management as and when required for Team meetings, supervision or due to rota purposes. These days are determined by management.Working hours are 8.45 am to 5.15 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45 am to 4.15 pm Friday.For further details please contact Mackenzie Compton, Business Support Team Leader on 07484 041099 or email <a href="mailto:mackenzie.compton@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">mackenzie.compton@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> for Domestic Abuse and Interpersonal Violence and Family Help role queries.or Louise Kilgallon, Business Support Team Leader on 07510 370188 or email <a href="mailto:louise.kilgallon@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">louise.kilgallon@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>. for Domestic Abuse and Interpersonal Violence role queries.or Sarah Birch, Business Support Team Leader on 07921240383 or email <a href="mailto:sarah.birch@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">sarah.birch@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> for Family Help role queries.Closing date for applications – 31 August 2025Interviews will take place week commencing week commencing 8th September 2025..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. 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 Assistants

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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>
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What is the job role? Are you passionate about working with people with Dementia? This could be the role for you!We are currently seeking warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated young onset Dementia support workers to join an exciting new project that will transform our current Dementia Day care provision into a single Dementia Hub for Coventry. The ethos of the service is to enable people to live well with Dementia.You will work 18 hours a week on a fixed-term basis, up to March 2026, within the service specifically for young-onset dementia. This is an exciting opportunity to offer a bespoke programme to people with young-onset dementia, which will enable them to develop coping strategies to live as independently as they can, with support to optimise their daily functions and cognitive skills. This could be a 6- or 12-week programme with individuals in their own homes and in the community.&nbsp;As a keyworker, you will work with individuals to establish what areas of their daily living they are struggling with and develop coping techniques to manage this. This might be calendar reminders, signs, use of assistive technology or relearning how to do a task such as shopping.You will promote independence and apply a person-centred approach in a safe, respectful, and dignified manner; giving people choice and control over the services they are using and ensuring the best possible outcomes for individuals within their own home.In return for your commitment, Coventry City Council offers a wide range of employee benefits, specialised training and will support you to develop within your role and plan your future career.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? A confident and passionate worker who understands how to respond according to the needs of the person and contribute to how the hub might develop in response to the changing demands. A worker who embraces the ethos that people with dementia can live well with dementia.You will need to have the social skills to enable you to contact and form new partnerships to further enhance the young-onset Dementia provision.An opportunity to develop your skills and gain more experience working in and beyond the service, linking in with Dementia servicesThis advert will close as soon as sufficient applications are received. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible.&nbsp;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: 15th and 16th September 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>

Young Onset Dementia Support Worker

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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.Customer Services is one of the largest departments in Coventry City Council and are the front face of the organisation. &nbsp;We are usually the first port of call for customer enquiries across the council. &nbsp;Our fast-paced telephone teams deal with thousands of calls and emails a week, we have a dynamic Customer Service Centre with around 2500 visitors a week approaching us for a wide range of enquiries from paying their council tax to seeking help to access services and dedicated support teams who process bookings, timesheets and general administration work for the whole organisation.You may be based in one of several locations, we have a Customer Service Centre right in the heart of the city; Friargate – a large purpose built office by the train station along with several reception points across the city.Joining Customer Services is a really good stepping stone into a long term career with the Council, depending on the role you are offered you will learn about other parts of the organisationWe want every single customer to have a positive experience when approaching the council and would welcome you being part of the team.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? Council Tax Team&nbsp;-You will be part of a customer service team answering&nbsp;customer enquiries for a range of benefits, including Council Tax Support; in addition, you will answer enquiries in relation to Council Tax liability, Payment Plans and changes to a customer’s circumstances. This will involve dealing with telephone enquiries, requests, and pre-booked appointments in a contact centre setting.&nbsp;You will need excellent customer service and communication skill,s along with problem-solving and negotiation skills. &nbsp;You will need the ability to deal with a diverse range of customers and cope with changes and a fast-paced environment.&nbsp;Full training will be provided;&nbsp;however, knowledge&nbsp;and experience&nbsp;of Council Tax would be useful, albeit not essential.Closing date is 4th September 2025; successful candidates will be invited to an assessment and competency-based interview. &nbsp;Assessments will consist of a work-based role play exercise, and if you are successful, you will be invited to attend a competency-based interview.&nbsp;If you aren’t sure or have some questions, we’d be happy to talk to you, call Ninder on 02476 977 388 or Deb on 02476 972 891 during office hours for an informal conversation.Interview date: Week Commencing 15th September 2025We will use this interview to assess your English fluency as set out in part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016. &nbsp;We have a duty to ensure our employees have the necessary standard of spoken English in all public sector customer-facing roles.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? <ul>
<li>Care about delivering an excellent service to every internal and external customer</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, confident in face to face, telephone and written activity</li>
<li>Ability to support a diverse customer base</li>
<li>Ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Ability to respond to change positively</li>
<li>To Be Flexible to the needs of the service</li>
<li>Good IT skills</li>
<li>An understanding of the range of services provided by the council.</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'. 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.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&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Customer Services Advisor Level 2

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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 daycare 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:

<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? The job involves providing transportation for some of our most vulnerable people across Coventry. This can involve manually handling large wheelchairs and loading them on and off the minibuses. You will be dealing with a range of challenging behaviours potentially daily. Continuity is a vital part of the service we provide and we endeavour to keep the same driver and passenger assistant on the vehicle. &nbsp;In summary, the role involves the following tasks:<ul>
<li>Undertake all driving duties in allocated vehicles as instructed by the PTS office team.</li>
<li>Pick up service users and transport them to their point of destination using the vehicle in a safe, secure and caring manner.</li>
<li>Take all reasonable steps to prevent service users from causing harm to themselves and/or others.</li>
<li>Complete all paperwork as requested.</li>
<li>Be punctual, adaptable and reliable.</li>
</ul>These roles are 20 hours a week working 4 hours a day which includes a split shift of 2 hours in the morning and afternoon.&nbsp; These roles are term-time only.&nbsp; If you cannot adhere to these shifts please do not apply.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? Professionalism and a good work ethic are an essential part of our service.&nbsp;We expect our drivers 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 <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'. 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.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>

Passenger Transport Driver

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‘Learning at Stivichall is a passport for life’Stivichall Primary School is a ‘Good’ school (Ofsted 2016) with aspects of outstanding provision. &nbsp;Our children are hard working, respectful and a joy to spend time with. &nbsp;We pride ourselves on providing memorable learning experiences that enable our pupils to excel and we feel that positive and rewarding lunchtimes are an important part of our school day.What is the job role? We would like to recruit innovative and energetic Lunchtime Supervisors to work across the primary age range (4-11 years) to ensure our lunchtimes are the best they can be. &nbsp;The usual hours are 1.5 hours daily, 5 days per week.Who are we looking for? The ideal applicants will:<ul>
<li>Supervise and help children with their lunch in the dining room or classroom</li>
<li>Be able to plan, provide and facilitate safe and creative play</li>
<li>Be adaptable and effective</li>
<li>Have high expectations of behaviour</li>
<li>Be enthusiastic with a caring attitude</li>
<li>Be keen to work as part of a team and be flexible</li>
<li>Have a professional attitude to their work</li>
<li>Show a willingness to administer first aid (training provided)</li>
</ul>For further information about our school please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stivichallprimary.org" target="_blank">www.stivichallprimary.org</a>. Closing date: 22nd September 2025 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.

Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant - Stivichall Primary School

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>Additional information</h2><ul>
<li>A compassionate communicator who can adapt to different audiences and build rapport.</li>
<li>Have a strong knowledge of housing legislation, benefits systems, and local support services.</li>
<li>Experienced in working with vulnerable individuals, including those with complex needs.</li>
<li>Have the ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.</li>
<li>Proficient in Office 365 and willing to learn new systems.</li>
<li>A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.</li>
</ul><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>Join us as a Procurement Business Partner at West Northamptonshire CouncilAre you ready to take the next step in your procurement career and make a real difference to the communities we serve?At West Northamptonshire Council, we’re looking for an experienced and ambitious Procurement Business Partner to play a pivotal role in shaping how we deliver high quality, value for money services. This is an exciting opportunity to join our forward-thinking central procurement and finance team, where you’ll provide expert strategic advice and deliver end to end procurement services that directly support our ambitious corporate plan and strategic objectives. <h2>Additional information</h2>We welcome applicants from all sectors and industries. Whether your background is in the public, private, or third sector, if you bring strong procurement expertise, commercial acumen, and the ability to build relationships at a senior level, we want to hear from you.In return, you’ll join a collaborative and supportive environment, where you’ll have the autonomy to shape the way we work, the visibility to influence at the highest levels, and the support to continue developing your career.If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d be delighted to hear from you.For an informal discussion please contact Louise Gatehouse <a href="mailto:Louise.Gatehouse@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Louise.Gatehouse@westnorthants.gov.uk</a><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>. If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Procurement Business Partner

Job Advertisement: Senior Child Care OfficerLocation: Edgewood Road Kings Norton, Birmingham, UKAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour? Edgewood Road is seeking dedicated and experienced Senior Child Care Officers to join our supportive and nurturing team.About Edgewood Road: Edgewood Road is a specialist long-stay/ Short break home providing care for children with a range of learning disabilities. Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where children can develop the skills and confidence, they need for day-to-day life. We support children with emotional well-being, health, and social needs, tailoring our care to meet their individual requirements. This is an exciting time to join us, and we need the right talent to help us to continue to improve and grow our services.We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals who have experience of working with children. You will receive full support, ongoing training, and development opportunities.The Residential provision is a 24hr service, applicants for these roles will be expected to work shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to each child's unique needs and preferences.</li> <li>Foster a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where children feel valued and empowered.</li> <li>Utilise a range of communication and visual aids to ensure children can express their wishes and feelings.</li> <li>Collaborate with parents, schools, social workers, and other professionals to ensure consistency and progress in children's development.</li> <li>Encourage and empower children to become as independent as possible, supporting them with everyday tasks such as preparing food, personal hygiene, and self-care.</li> <li>Maintain regular communication with school staff to promote continuity and development.</li> <li>The ability to organise activities tailored to the individual needs of the children.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul> <li>Experience working with children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour.</li> <li>Strong organisation and time managements skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills, with experience in using communication aids.</li> <li>A compassionate and patient approach, with a commitment to providing high-quality care.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, a range of professionals and stakeholders.</li> <li>Relevant qualifications in childcare are desirable.</li></ul>Why Join Us? <ul> <li>Competitive salary.</li> <li>30 days paid annual leave with additional bank holidays.</li> <li>This increases to 33 days after five years’ service, and then 35 days after ten years’ service.</li> <li>Additional benefits</li> <li>Generous Pension Scheme</li> <li>Our Practice Hub is dedicated to supporting staff in their learning and development.</li></ul>If you are a passionate and experienced childcare professional looking for a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Edgewood Road family and help us make a difference.This position is open to all applicants, however, please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. To Apply: Please contact the home manager for further details.Edgewood Road - Contact Rachel Woodward on 0121 675 3925<a href="mailto:Rachel.woodward@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Rachel.woodward@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2025 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. 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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