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Job Title: Advanced Practitioner Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent/Fixed term or secondment Directorate: Adult Care ServicesSalary:<ul><li>Older People Team &amp; Connected Lives Gateway Advanced Practitioner: £46,731 progressing to £51,802 pa</li><li>Integrated Discharge Team Advanced Practitioner: £52,082 – £56,245 pa*</li></ul>Are you passionate about making a difference in healthcare?We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Advanced Practitioners to join our teams at Hertfordshire County Council. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career while contributing to the health and well-being of our community. With state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive professional environment, we are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care.<h4>About the role</h4>As an Advanced Practitioner, you will lead on peer developmentand practice, supports and supervise staff to develop their skills and knowledge in line with related legislation including The Care Act and Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives principles to contribute to the ongoing development of the service.Advanced Practitioners are responsible for delivering high quality statutory social care including recognising safeguarding, delivering assessment, supervision and care management functions as well as developing innovative, creative community solutions.Advanced Practitioners are pivotal in developing links with the local community through undertaking multi-agency work with partner organisations, providers, professionals, individuals, families, and carers.There is responsibility for ensuring that all statutory health and social care responsibilities are met and delivered to a high standard including safeguarding, assessment, supervision, and care management functions.We are re-energising our adult social care model of Connected Lives approach that has a strong ethos of strength-based working, identifying personal goals and ensuring personal, family and community resources are utilised to achieve positive outcomes for people.<h4>Our teams</h4>Connected Lives Gateway Connections - East We have an opportunity for a Social Work Advanced Practitioner to join our Connected Lives Gateway Service who are the front door to adult social care in Hertfordshire and aims to prevent, reduce and delay need by ensuring people can access a wide range of information, advice and support. We’re making a significant investment in prevention, offering a unique opportunity to shape services that deliver better outcomes for people.This multi-disciplinary team of social workers, occupational therapists and community care officers works flexibly, both from the office and remote locations, to bring together a vast amount of experience and skill in providing initial assessments and tailored information to new people approaching adult social care. You would be working alongside a variety of partners to achieve the best preventative solutions.Older People Team We have vacancies within:<ul><li>Hertsmere Team - Fixed term to January 2026</li></ul>The Older Person Service is a dynamic service that works across the community under the Care Act to safeguard, assess, plan support and review adults and cares with long term health and social care needs. We have a range of teams within Older People services, including locality based teams, both residential and community reviewing teams, crisis intervention and prevention of hospital admission teams, and sensory services. We can offer Hybrid working arrangements, flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, as well as promote your continuous Learning &amp; Development.*Integrated Discharge Team - WestWe have opportunities for a Social Work Advanced Practitioner within the following teams:<ul><li>Watford General Hospital</li><li>Post Hospital Review Team</li></ul>*Integrated Discharge Team Advanced Practitioners currently receives a non-contractual market enhanced payment and a 5% operational payment. Your contracted salary will be £46,731 - £51,802 pa.We provide a 7-day service and currently operate a 1-weekend-in-8 rota across the Hospital Team to improve outcomes for service users. You'll be part of a service-wide rota to provide cover on consecutive Saturdays and Sundays once every eight weeks and will receive days off during the weeks before and after covering weekends.You may be required to visit service users in the community to undertake reviews, so a driving licence would be essential as is the ability to respond to situations quickly and flexibly.Other Advanced Practitioner vacancies may arise in other teams, therefore we encourage you to submit an application if you meet the criteria, to be considered for future vacancies and we will contact you.<h4>About you</h4>You’ll be a qualified social worker or occupational therapist with a minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience. In addition, you will also need the following:&nbsp;Actively undertakes a specialist role i.e. Moving and Handling Practitioner, Practice Educator, Approved Mental Health Practitioner, Best Interest Assessor - or agreement to undertake a specialist role within the first year of the role.You will have extensive knowledge and experience in the field of adult social care, with an emphasis on safeguarding practice and related legislation. You will have the ability to manage competing service priorities and a sound grasp of current legislation, personalisation agenda and meeting the business objectives of the department. Demonstrating management potential, you will have excellent all-round communication and negotiation skills working with the Statutory, Voluntary and Independent sector partners.You will adhere to Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives Practice Principles by ensuring that people are supported to maintain their independence and receive person-centred care and support. You will utilise your knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other social care legislation, to manage the most complex cases. You will use of your advanced knowledge and experience to support other members of the team and the management team to ensure good practice. You will develop close working relationships with hospital staff and care providers to ensure effective care planning and balance the use of resources.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.This job role is within the Health &amp; Social Care, level 12 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careSecondment The vacancy within the Hertsmere Team - Fixed term to January 2026 is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>To hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sheryl.jeram@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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Hertfordshire County Council

Advanced Practitioner

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We are looking for a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Special Educational Needs (SEN) at High Peak School. You will play a vital role in assessing, diagnosing, and delivering tailored interventions to help children develop their communication and language skills, enabling them to thrive in their learning environment.
What you’ll be doing:
<ul>
<li>Supporting the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children and young pupils with a range of needs Speech and Language Communication Needs (SLCN) and complex needs associated with additional learning needs and ASC.
</li>
<li>Manage your own caseload and work flexibly, providing therapy services to children and young pupils according to clinical need and in close liaison with the highly specialist clinical team covering both schools.
</li>
<li>participate in multi-disciplinary meetings, staff meetings, supervision, training and annual appraisals.
</li>
<li>Working in collaboration with other Speech and Language Therapists and clinical team colleagues you will support the development of Speech and Language Therapy services across Kedleston Group.
</li>
</ul>
Clinical supervision will be provided by internal Senior Speech and Language Therapists or funded externally.

What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).</li>
<li>UK HCPC Registration, and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
</li>
<li>successful post registration practice and experience with young people (ideally experience of working with children with ASC needs</li>
</ul>
Why work for us?
<ul>
<li>Supportive and friendly school community</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>
</ul>
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
<ul>
<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
</ul>
Who are we?
Our specialist multi-disciplinary team of leaders, carers, therapists and educationalists work seamlessly together. They teach and proactively support pupils who have been subjected to adverse childhood experiences, including trauma, toxic stress and associated mental wellbeing difficulties, aiming to break the cycle of adversity. Children and young people may also come to us because they are challenged by attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, dyslexia, and dyspraxia or moderate and specific learning difficulties.
High Peak School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Kedleston Group

Speech & Language Therapist

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We are looking for a dedicated Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) to support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Special Educational Needs (SEN) at Brookways School. You will play a vital role in assessing, diagnosing, and delivering tailored interventions to help children develop their communication and language skills, enabling them to thrive in their learning environment.
What you’ll be doing:
<ul>
<li>Supporting the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children and young pupils with a range of needs Speech and Language Communication Needs (SLCN) and complex needs associated with additional learning needs and ASC.
</li>
<li>Manage your own caseload and work flexibly, providing therapy services to children and young pupils according to clinical need and in close liaison with the highly specialist clinical team covering both schools.
</li>
<li>participate in multi-disciplinary meetings, staff meetings, supervision, training and annual appraisals.
</li>
<li>Working in collaboration with other Speech and Language Therapists and clinical team colleagues you will support the development of Speech and Language Therapy services across Kedleston Group.
</li>
</ul>
Clinical supervision will be provided by internal Senior Speech and Language Therapists or funded externally.

What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>Degree in Speech and Language Therapy (or equivalent).</li>
<li>UK HCPC Registration, and eligibility for membership of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
</li>
<li>successful post registration practice and experience with young people (ideally experience of working with children with ASC needs</li>
</ul>
Why join us?
<ul>
<li>Annual salary reviews and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers.</li>
<li>Ongoing professional development opportunities.</li>
<li>Access to a range of lifestyle and health perks and benefits.</li>
<li>A collaborative and dedicated team of professionals.</li>
<li>A rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference to children's lives.</li>
</ul>
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
<ul>
<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
</ul>
Who are we?
Brookways School is an independent specialist day school in North Cheam, London designed with a state-of-the-art learning environment which has been created to meet the needs of young people with autism.
Our school offers a calm, quiet, safe, positive and nurturing place where young people can learn and grow.
Brookways School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO7/8 £55,620-£60,819 &nbsp; Retention Bonus/ Market Supplement: £2K, where applicable Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 23/07/2025 Proposed Interview Date(s): 25/07/2025 &nbsp; Reference: 1806 About Us:&nbsp; Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp; We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp; London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; About the role:&nbsp; Team Manager Access to Resource Team&nbsp; The post is for a Team Manager in the Placements Team within Corporate parenting and will be responsible for commissioning placements.&nbsp; This will include working in compliance with statutory social work regulations and standards. The team caters to commissioning of all types of alternative homes for Children and young people 0-25 years. You will have management responsibility of social workers and non-social worker staff within the team. Educational Qualification Degree level OR Registered Social Worker Essential Skills The Team managers role requires managing uncertainty, developing mutually trusting and respectful relationships with service users and providers, making fine judgements about risk and daring to work creatively and innovatively.&nbsp;Using their skills in communication and empowerment, the Team manager will deliver a service that protects and safeguards children, young people, their families and carers, supporting them to assess their own needs and capacity, promote their independence, and manage risk and uncertainty. Creative and innovative problem solving of complex issues, often in situations where there is ambiguity. Think and act strategically in decision making in a complex professional and political environment.&nbsp; The role will require flexibility and attention to detail with understanding of commercial reaction to every action we undertake within the Market.&nbsp; Candidate is expected to have some level of understanding on supervisory skills/ experience and demonstrable skills around multitasking. Previous experience in placement/commissioning/brokerage team is desirable. For Informal discussion-please contact the Head Of Service <a href="mailto:swapnil.shrivastava@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">swapnil.shrivastava@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role_Profile_Team_Manager_PO7-PO8-1806.pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;&nbsp;</a> Terms and conditions:&nbsp; The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp; Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp; Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp; This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp; Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp; Continued professional body registration;&nbsp; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp; How to Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp; We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp; Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp; Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp; To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp; We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp; For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp; If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact <a href="mailto:swapnil.shrivastava@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">swapnil.shrivastava@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Head of Service .&nbsp; If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Team Manager

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An exciting opportunity has arisen at Brookways School in Sutton. Due to our expanding therapeutic provision, we are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychotherapist. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to our pupils, developing tailored care plans, and utilising effective communication skills to foster a supportive therapeutic environment.
What you’ll be doing:
<ul>
<li>Conduct thorough assessments of pupils' mental health needs and develop comprehensive care plans.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with the onsite therapy team.</li>
<li>Provide individual and group therapy sessions, employing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using IT systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with relevant regulations.</li>
<li>Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support for our pupils.</li>
<li>Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.</li>
<li>Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in psychotherapy.</li>
</ul>
What we’re looking for:
<ul>
<li>A recognised qualification in psychotherapy or counselling is essential.</li>
<li>Professional membership with a recognised body (e.g. UKCP or BACP)</li>
<li>Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable, demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively with pupils from diverse backgrounds.</li>
<li>Familiarity with developing care plans and utilising IT systems is advantageous.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and a commitment to promoting mental well-being are crucial for success in this position.</li>
<li>Proficiency in IT systems for documentation.</li>
</ul>
Why work for us?
<ul>
<li>Supportive and friendly school community with an embedded therapy team onsite.
</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>
</ul>
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.
When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including:
<ul>
<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
</ul>
Who are we?
Brookways school is an independent specialist day school in Sutton, for children and young people aged between 7 and 17.
Our experienced team is dedicated to providing outstanding education to autistic children and young people. Many of our young people have associated needs such as ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs, communication needs and cognition and learning needs.
Brookways school is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-17 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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Clinical Psychologist

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £45,718 - £48,710 a year pro rata plus £5,000 market supplement allowance and £3,203 car benefit allowance a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed term for 12 monthsThis position is available as a secondment opportunity for 1 year. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people leaving care? Do you have the experience, resilience, and leadership skills to help shape and deliver high-quality support services to care leavers as they move into adulthood?We’re looking for a Deputy Team Manager to join our dynamic Leaving Care Team, supporting young people aged 16–25 on their journey to independence. This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team making a lasting impact.As Deputy Team Manager, you’ll work closely with the Team Manager to lead and inspire a committed team within our Corporate Parenting Service. You'll help shape service delivery, manage resources and budgets, and support frontline professionals to deliver tailored interventions that meet the complex and evolving needs of care-experienced young people.Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Supporting the operational management of the Leaving Care Team.</li><li>Leading on complex casework, including safeguarding and statutory responsibilities.</li><li>Coaching, mentoring, and supervising staff to maintain high standards of practice.</li><li>Contributing to training and staff development.</li><li>Representing the service at internal and external meetings.</li></ul>You’ll ensure children and young people’s voices are heard, their individual needs are understood, and their welfare safeguarded – all while striving for the best possible outcomes in education, health, employment, and emotional well-being.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We’re seeking a confident, empathetic leader with:<ul><li>Substantial experience in a children’s social care environment, especially with safeguarding, child protection, and statutory casework.</li><li>A strong track record of complex decision making and supporting practitioners through high-risk cases.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, frameworks, and performance standards related to Children’s Services.</li><li>Experience in coaching, mentoring and developing staff, helping teams to thrive and deliver exceptional care.</li><li>Ability to write complex reports and communicate effectively across a range of audiences.</li><li>A recognised professional Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) and current Social Work England registration.</li></ul>If you’re committed to empowering care leavers and supporting your team to provide outstanding services, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1508994&amp;ptId=11492" target="_blank">download: Deputy Team Manager - Leaving Care Team - JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1508995&amp;ptId=11492" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Deputy Team Manager - Leaving Care Team

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself making a real difference in the lives of children and families?Can you use your experience to support and protect some of Southwark’s most vulnerable children?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Children’s Services division is looking for a dedicated Specialist Social Worker to join our dynamic team and help make a lasting impact.About the Role:We are seeking a passionate and experienced Specialist Social Worker to join Southwark’s Children’s Services. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to lead work in three specialist areas:<ul><li>Southwark Judgement – supporting young people where housing status intersects with safeguarding concerns.</li><li>Pre-Birth Assessments – ensuring timely and robust early intervention for unborn children and their families.</li><li>Intentionally Homeless Families – working with families deemed intentionally homeless to ensure children's welfare remains central.</li></ul>As a Specialist Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Undertake complex assessments and ensure children’s needs are prioritised regardless of housing status.</li><li>Coordinate and lead pre-birth assessments alongside midwives and early help professionals.</li><li>Address safeguarding concerns with families experiencing housing instability.</li><li>Collaborate with housing, legal, and multi-agency partners to deliver holistic, child-centred outcomes.</li><li>Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records in line with statutory guidance.</li><li>Contribute to the development of best practice within this specialist area.</li></ul>This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.About You:You are a committed and experienced practitioner who thrives in complex, multi-disciplinary environments and is passionate about early intervention, safeguarding, and achieving the best outcomes for children.You will need to have:<ul><li>A recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.</li><li>At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in statutory children’s services.</li><li>Proven expertise in child protection, pre-birth assessments, and court work.</li><li>Strong knowledge of the Southwark Judgement and its impact on social work practice.</li><li>Experience supporting families facing housing instability or homelessness.</li><li>Excellent communication, critical thinking, and report-writing skills.</li><li>The ability to manage high-pressure situations and prioritise competing demands.</li></ul>About the Team:You’ll join a motivated and skilled group of professionals in a specialist team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. The team is focused on safeguarding children and supporting families through integrated and relationship-based practice. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Abi Omodeni at <a href="mailto:Abi.Omodeni@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Abi.Omodeni@southwark.gov.uk </a>or Victor Dadzie at <a href="mailto:Victor.Dadzie@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victor.Dadzie@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:<ul><li>This is a 12 month fixed term contract</li><li>Enhanced DBS required</li></ul>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a><h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 16th July 2025Interview date/s: w/c 28th July 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.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>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2544532&amp;ptId=105480" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker – Southwark Judgement, Pre-Birth & Intentionally Homeless Families

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Area Regeneration Manager – Kilburn (Job Ref – 3605) Starting salary:&nbsp;£53,857 Job level:&nbsp;Level 5 Zone 1 Work location: 5 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG Hours per week:&nbsp;36 Contract type:&nbsp;Permanent Closing date:&nbsp;Wednesday 16^th July 2025 at 23:55 Interviews to be held: W/C 21^st July 2025 Alternative flexible working options available / open to discussion&nbsp; Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. About us&nbsp; Camden is building a place where everyone can thrive, by making our borough the best place to live, work, study and visit. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind.&nbsp; The area regeneration team plays a key role in bringing the We Make&nbsp;Camden Vision to life.&nbsp; We deliver place-based regeneration projects&nbsp;that make a positive social, economic and environmental change for&nbsp;Camden’s Neighbourhoods. We do this by collaborating with citizens,&nbsp;organisations and across council services, building resilient and&nbsp;inclusive partnerships, proactively seeking opportunities and&nbsp;finding&nbsp;creative solutions to unlock benefits for Camden’s residents and&nbsp;communities. The role This is an exciting opportunity to join the Area Regeneration Team at Camden. We are looking for an experienced and versatile Area Regeneration Manager to work across a wide range of Area Regeneration projects and programmes. &nbsp; Initially the successful candidate will lead the Council’s work programme in the Kilburn area.&nbsp; One Kilburn is a grassroots network that unites citizens, businesses and institutions to facilitate participation and social action focused on the things that matter most to people in Kilburn, whether in the borough’s of Brent, Camden or Westminster.&nbsp; Starting three years ago as a ‘Community Improvement District’ pilot, the partnership has been building connections and supporting a range of local initiatives and community-led regeneration projects.&nbsp; Enabled by Camden Council with a strong emphasis on an inclusive participatory approach, regular open to all meetings are hosted, in addition to a range of issue specific sub-groups, including coordination, places and spaces, transport and communications.&nbsp; Examples of projects delivered so far include the re-activation of a vacant buildings for community use/ local benefit; the One Kilburn Community Fund which is supported a number of projects across the &nbsp;themes of local film making, photography, environmental sustainability and social connection; development of&nbsp;the One Kilburn Digital Platform hosted on Commonplace and successfully bidding for Arts Council Funding to refurbish Kilburn Library, amongst many others. Key to the success of One Kilburn is the close partnership working with local representatives and stakeholders. This includes working in collaboration with the London Borough’s of Brent and Westminster as well as the GLA.&nbsp; The role also involves working closely with the Council’s Participation Team and wide range of internal services. &nbsp; The post holder will need transferable skills and adaptability to work on other regeneration projects across the work programme of the Area Regeneration Team, as required.&nbsp; The wider Area Regeneration programme includes a variety of projects including: Camden High Street Pedestrianisation Trial; Kentish Town Regis Road/ Camden Film Quarter; Securing funding such as £7.7m of Levelling Up Funding for a Healthy and Connected Neighbourhood in Gospel Oak; The Neighbourhood and Vacant Spaces programmes- Activating vacant spaces through co-creation for community benefit. &nbsp; The post come with line management responsibilities and as one of the teams four Area Regeneration Managers you will be expected to be an inspiring and compassionate leader within the team. &nbsp; As a manager you will lead by example to support and encourage diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking within the workplace and in the delivery of our services to create a truly inclusive directorate.&nbsp; About you We are looking for a pro-active and dedicated Area Regeneration Manager to be part of a dynamic team. You will be a people person, with experience of successfully building local partnerships and networks.&nbsp; You will be a natural collaborator, with the ability to bring community and other stakeholders together, building trust and galvanising support. &nbsp;You will be an engaging communicator and able to report to a range of audiences including senior officers, boards and elected members, in both written and verbal form and will demonstrate strong political awareness. You will have excellent leadership, project/ programme management skills and must be able to manage projects to meet demanding deadlines. You will be a team player, able to lead others, manage junior staff and coordinate multi-disciplinary and cross-borough project teams. As a manager you will lead by example to support and encourage diversity and inclusion in all respects.&nbsp; You will have a track record for leading regeneration projects through from inception to delivery in a local authority context.&nbsp; You must be comfortable working with complexity, across a diverse range of disciplines and stakeholders to creatively problem solve and deliver projects on the ground.&nbsp;&nbsp; The successful candidate will have the vision to guide One Kilburn into the next stage of its evolution.&nbsp; Including strengthening strategic partnerships and unlocking transformative and coordinated local investment. Overall, you will have a passion for creating exceptional, sustainable places for communities and will need to have the same core values and level of ambition as set out in We Make Camden and the Way We Work.&nbsp; To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by clicking&nbsp;HERE Working for Camden We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting our communities, and we’ll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we’d love to talk. At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a

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Area Regeneration Manager - Kilburn

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Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
What’s the role?
As a Housing Officer, you will provide a high quality, customer focused and responsive Housing Management service to Lewisham Council residents. You will act as the residents voice. You will complete home checks, investigate nuisance and other tenancy breaches, manage tenancy changes, support vulnerable residents to sustain their tenancies and build good working relationships with the tenants and residents associations.
What’s in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday allowance</li>
<li>Local Government Pension scheme</li>
<li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li>
<li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li>
<li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li>
<li>Supportive staff networks</li>
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What we’re looking for
We are looking for someone who wants to make a positive difference to our residents lives. You will have an understanding of the issues faced by those living in social housing. You will be an effective communicator and collaborator. You are passionate about delivering an excellent service and have the ability to tailor your service depending on the customers needs. You will show empathy and support your most vulnerable residents.&nbsp;
Please note we are recruiting for two Housing Officer positions. 1 permanent role and 1 fixed term (maternity cover) until July 2026. If you have a preference, please specify this on your statement.
Location
The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work in the office, on site and occasionally from home.
Special conditions
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<li>This role may include working out of hours</li>
<li>The job is subject to a DBS check</li>
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Please note:&nbsp;we are recruiting for two Housing Officer positions. 1 permanent role and 1 fixed term (maternity cover) until July 2026. If you have a preference, please specify this on your statement.</li>
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The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.
<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed
For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Grace Reid, Housing Team Leader&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Grace.Reid@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Grace.Reid@lewisham.gov.uk</a>
Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/Housing%20OfficerJD010725" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply, please click on the apply link above.
Salary
£39,150 - £40,344 per annum (SO1)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>
The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.
The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.
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Scrutiny Officer £41,442 - £44,331 per annum Are you someone who thrives on challenges, values collaborative working and critical thinking, is looking to grow and&nbsp;develop into your&nbsp;next role? Do you want to make a real impact&nbsp;and shape better public services? Do you have the confidence to challenge policies, engage with politicians and senior leaders? If so, this role could be your next big opportunity - join us here in Newham! As a Scrutiny Officer, you will be at the heart of Newham’s democratic process, working closely with Members, Chief Officers, and key stakeholders to strengthen public accountability and governance. You will play a key role in ensuring Scrutiny is dynamic, effective, and able to drive real change in the borough. This is more than a support role—you’ll be a trusted advisor and practitioner, helping to shape policy and influence decision-making. Working alongside the Head of Scrutiny and Governance&nbsp;and senior scrutiny colleagues, you will ensure that Scrutiny remains robust, challenging, and forward-thinking, holding the Council to account whilst supporting its strategic priorities. In this role, you will: ✅ Engage with senior leaders to develop innovative Scrutiny approaches ✅&nbsp;Ensure that the resident's voice is amplified,&nbsp;and that the voice of the community is heard ✅ Challenge policies and practices to drive better decision-making ✅ Build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, expert witnesses, and partner organisations ✅ Promote transparency and accountability, by promoting scrutiny If you are curious, collaborative, analytical, and eager to learn, this is a role where you will continuously grow, develop expertise, and make a real difference. Join us and be part of a team that isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions—because better scrutiny leads to better public services. Are you up for the challenge? Apply now! Please view JD here closing date: 18th July 2025 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

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