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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Shape the Future of Children’s Services in Blaenau Gwent
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Blaenau Gwent is seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking Service Manager for Residential and Resources to lead our residential provisions and drive the development of new, innovative services for children looked after.
This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to:
<ul>
<li>Transform care standards</li>
<li>Influence policy and practice</li>
<li>Create lasting impact for families across our community</li>
</ul>
Full Advert 
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Social Services Directorate of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council. As Service Manager, you will manage a key service area and report directly to the Head of Children’s Services.

What You’ll Do

<ul>
<li>Lead and innovate: Manage residential services and develop new provisions for children looked after.</li>
<li>Drive change: Champion organisational development, change management, and workforce planning.</li>
<li>Shape policy: Represent Children’s Services at local, regional, and national forums.</li>
<li>Ensure excellence: Deliver accurate performance reporting and compliance with statutory duties.</li>
<li>Collaborate: Build strong partnerships across service areas and agencies.</li>
<li>Empower teams: Maintain a skilled, qualified workforce committed to excellence.</li>
</ul>

What We’re Looking For

<ul>
<li>A degree-level qualification (Social Work qualification and Social Care Wales registration desirable).</li>
<li>Significant management experience in Children’s Social Services or related sectors.</li>
<li>Proven ability to foster a performance culture and deliver results across interagency boundaries.</li>
<li>Knowledge of key social care and health policy issues and post-pandemic challenges.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary and benefits.</li>
<li>Agile working options for better work-life balance.</li>
<li>A chance to lead innovation and make a tangible difference in children’s lives.</li>
<li>Be part of a supportive and enthusiastic senior leadership team committed to high standards of practice and best outcomes for children in Blaenau Gwent</li>
</ul>

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure. 

Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. &nbsp;We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Loredana Moruz -&nbsp;Head of Service – Children’s Social Services Department - 07960659699
Closing Date:


18.01.2026 At 12:00 midnight




Interview Date:


29.01.2026

Residential & Resources Service Manager – Children’s Services

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4094/Job_Description.pdf" target="_blank">Job_Description</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Are you an experienced, HR professional who thrives in a collaborative, busy environment where you can make a real difference? If so we have an exciting opportunity for you.
We are looking for HR Business Partners to join our team who will share our values and play a key role in shaping a positive, high-performing workplace culture, with a workforce that can meet the current and future needs of our community.
As a HR Business Partner you will contribute to the delivery of a high quality HR Service across the full range of HR activity with a focus on supporting managers to effectively manage their workforce and fulfil their responsibilities in compliance with best practice, policy and legislation. One of the positions available will support the HR Service for Schools.&nbsp;
You will be responsible for:
<ul>
<li>Contributing to and supporting the delivery of the Workforce Strategy to improve service delivery through effective people management and organisational development initiatives.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Provision of professional advice and support in relation to recruitment and selection, resolution of challenging and complex employee relations matters, disciplinaries, grievances, sickness absence and performance management.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Enabling and supporting service transformation through the use of effective Organisational Development interventions and Human Resource Management strategies.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Supporting the performance management culture within Schools and Directorates, including capability related casework and advising and guiding managers and headteachers through the relevant policies.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Working in partnership with trade unions and key stakeholders.</li>
</ul>
You will be CIPD qualified (level 5 as a minimum) or equivalent with a knowledge of employment legislation and its application. A proven track record and experience of working in Human Resources dealing with complex employee relations matters is essential.

What we can offer you:
<ul>
<li>A competitive salary</li>
<li>Access to a generous pension scheme</li>
<li>Generous annual and special leave provisions</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements, in terms of working hours, working arrangements, and work locations</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies to support a healthy work-life balance</li>
<li>An employee benefits scheme that includes a range of offers and discounts</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance Programme</li>
<li>Training and development opportunities</li>
</ul>
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child Barred List.

Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for working purposes is a requirement of the role.

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here.
Closing Date:


Midnight Sunday 4th January 2026




Interview Date:


To be confirmed

HR Business Partner

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4050/Job_Description.pdf" target="_blank">Job_Description</a></li>
</ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Do you want to make a direct difference to the lives of children and young people with complex lives and multiple needs living within a residential care setting?
Do you enjoy working in partnership, across agencies to achieve the best outcomes for young people and their families?
We are recruiting a Lead Therapeutic Practitioner for our Blaenau Gwent MyST community team to support our work alongside the Blaenau Gwent Residential Team.
MyST is a therapeutic service for looked-after children who are at risk of being placed in out-of-area residential or institutional care due to their complex emotional and mental health needs. They are a well-established, experienced and high performing multi-disciplinary team, providing excellent mental health and therapeutic care to some of Blaenau Gwent’s most vulnerable looked after children. You will also be a part of our Regional, Gwent wide MyST Programme.
MyST can provide you with:
<ul>
<li>Opportunities to practice creatively</li>
<li>High quality support and management/clinical supervision</li>
<li>Regular therapeutic training and development</li>
<li>The chance to work as part of an exciting service and make a real difference to the lives of looked after children and their families</li>
</ul>
To further information about MyST click here <a href="https://www.mysupportteam.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.mysupportteam.org.uk/</a>

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child and Adult Barred List.

Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.

Ability to work out of hours on call on a rota basis is an essential requirement of this role.

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Eirian Teague, Therapeutic Practice Manager or Jennie Welham, Regional Programme Director on 01495 764680
Closing Date:


19th December 2025 At 12:00 midnight




Interview Date:


8th January 2026

Lead Therapeutic Practitioner - MyST

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an exciting opportunity to join the Community Services Department as an Enforcement Warden actively promoting waste reduction, waste reuse, recycling and&nbsp;composting within Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council and taking appropriate enforcement action in relation to domestic waste and recycling offences.
With a commitment to delivering a high-quality service you will identify recycling and non-recycling properties and make visits to residents to encourage better use of the waste services facilities available, advising and enforcing on the correct use of the services. This may involve physically sorting waste to determine contents of residents’ bins, bags or boxes. You will collect and record data and write concise and accurate reports for formal action following incidents and when required, assist in preparing the Authority’s cases for prosecution.
You will attend community events and meetings to promote and provide information on the services which will require occasional weekend and evening work. You will also attend public meetings as required and provide Members with regular progress reports.
5 GCSE qualifications at least Grade C or equivalent or hold relevant experience with a willingness to undertake a recognised waste management qualification. You will also have gained extensive experience in working with the public and delivering a public service.
Essential knowledge/skills include, but are not limited to;
<ul>
<li>Proven experience in using Microsoft Office particularly Word and Excel,</li>
<li>Knowledge of services offered by waste services including Section 46 Environmental Protection Act 1990 Enforcement,</li>
<li>The ability to be confident and diplomatic when dealing with the public and others.</li>
</ul>
Appointment is subject to successful completion of passing a Blaenau Gwent Transport Section Driving Test.
Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process.
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. &nbsp;We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/en/resident/waste-recycling/" target="_blank">Waste &amp; Recycling | Blaenau Gwent CBC</a>
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Mr Andrew Long on 01495 311556 &nbsp;




Closing Date:


17th December 2025 at 12:00 midnight




Interview Date:


13th January 2026

Enforcement Warden

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Please apply online via the link provided.
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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



The role of the Family Time Worker is to support the line manager in ensuring an efficient and quality supervised family time service is delivered to children and families in Blaenau Gwent.
An opportunity has arisen within the Children’s Services for a Family Time Worker with proven experience of working with and delivering services/programmes to children, parents and carers.
You will be responsible for supporting supervised family time arrangements as agreed by referral and review, ensuring that family time sessions are planned and supported to meet the needs of the child(ren) in question and support parents in developing their relationship and interactions with their children to ensure that family time sessions are as positive as possible for the child(ren).
Essential criteria for the role includes a relevant Level 3 (or above) professional qualification in Health and Social Care, Early Years, Education (e.g. H&amp;SC, CCLD, NNEB, EYCE) and Safeguarding Level 1 and 2. You will also be able to engage effectively with a range of professionals and agencies to promote partnership working and have an understanding of the needs of children who are looked after and/or in need of protection.
Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. The post holder will be required to complete an application for a Disclosure of Criminal Records.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child and Adult Barred List.
Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. &nbsp;We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Rebecca Lewis – 01495 369620
Closing Date:
5.12.2025 &nbsp;At 12:00 midnight
Interview Date:
Shortlisting 8.12.2025 / Interview 12.12.2025.

5 Full time Jobs in Blaenau Gwent