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We have 4 Children’s Disability teams across the county, and they provide specialist services for children and young people with complex disabilities.These are small teams of highly dedicated Social Workers that support children and families to reach the best outcomes in a timely manner, enabling them to live their lives to the full. We also are supported by a team of skilled Family Practitioners who assist in facilitating behaviour management work and undertaking direct work.Our Social Workers make a huge difference to the lives of people across our County. They take pride in supporting children and families and we’re equally proud to help them give their best in whatever ways we can. That’s why you can expect everything from agile and flexible working options to exceptional learning and development if you join our team. You can also expect our commitment to creating the best service we can.Working with us means collaborating across our different teams, and sharing best practice, knowledge, and experience to continually improve the way we do things. Support is important, as we work in a big county with some diverse challenges – but together we can meet all kinds of needs and demands.Main Responsibilities You will be:<ul>
<li>based within a small team of between seven and eight&nbsp;social workers.</li>
<li>holding and managing a workload of children and young people and prioritising all work</li>
<li>undertaking&nbsp;direct work with children and their families and their carers which provides high support and high challenge and aims to support families to find solutions to their own challenges.</li>
<li>providing high quality and timely assessments and reports in the agreed format for Court’s, Child Protection Case Conferences, Statutory Reviews and any other forum</li>
<li>maintaining client records&nbsp;</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will:<ul>
<li>be a Qualified Social Worker with post qualification experience working directly with children and families and be committed to supporting children to remain with their families.</li>
<li>be registered with Social Work England.</li>
<li>have excellent communication skills and &nbsp;the ability to build relationships with children, families and other professionals.</li>
<li>be a team player.</li>
<li>have the ability to engage and communicate with disabled children and be committed to ensuring the children on your case load receive the best quality service.</li>
</ul>But above all, you’ll bring the desire to work with children and families to give them the right support, at the right time with the aim of keeping families together where it’s safe to do so.For more information about these vacancies, please contact Natasha Davies, Team Manager, on <a href="mailto:natasha.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">natasha.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>, or 01785 895787Interviews are expected to take place on 4th December.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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We have an exciting opportunity to recruit two full-time education welfare officers!One on a permanent contract to be based in the Staffordshire Moorlands and one on a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave this is to be based in East Staffordshire.&nbsp;Both positions will have office locations and be expected to travel to Stafford for team meetings as well as visit schools and undertake visits in the community.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities You will:<ul>
<li>be able to work in close collaboration with central and district colleagues to effectively manage a high caseload of children under statutory action, school attendance orders, education supervision orders, section 19 and children missing education.&nbsp;</li>
<li>provide advice and share best practice between schools and trusts within the area</li>
<li>be the named officer for approximately 25 Staffordshire schools delivering their targeted support meetings</li>
<li>work with your colleagues to organise district meetings to share good practice with schools &nbsp;</li>
<li>support children to access education,</li>
<li>work with internal and external partner agencies,</li>
<li>be able to advise on and address the complex issues of school attendance, access to education, part-time timetables, child employment and entertainment.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have:<ul>
<li>Experience of managing attendance in a local authority, school or alternative provision setting thorough understanding of the Education Act, Working Together to improve school attendance (2024 statutory guidance) , Keeping Children Safe in Education (2023 statutory guidance)</li>
<li>A good understanding of the complex factors which may influence issuing penalty notices, investigating and prosecuting for irregular school attendance, supporting children missing education, carrying out child entertainment and employment checks.</li>
<li>Excellent written and communication skills,</li>
<li>The ability to work effectively in a busy team and be passionate about working with schools to improve attendance.</li>
<li>You must be resilient, able to manage your time effectively and work well under pressure.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>For more information about the role please contact: Alison Duggan, Deputy Head of Attendance and Inclusion <a href="mailto:alison.duggan@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alison.duggan@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>All applications are to be received by 19th November, 2025. Interviews will be held on 25th November, 2025 at Staffordshire Place 1.&nbsp;“We’re happy to talk flexible working”Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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Our Highway Laboratory provides specialist testing and advice on the suitability and use of construction materials as well as approval testing on new construction and investigations of older roads to inform best remedial options.We carry out materials testing both inside and outside the laboratory in order to deliver the requirements of the service. Testing is carried out using a range of specialist equipment and tools following published standards and in house methods.Main Responsibilities In this role, you will undertake a wide variety of laboratory and site testing, meaning that days are often varied, work is both pre-planned and reactive with the need to respond quickly to a priority requirement.You will:<ul>
<li>learn various test methods under the instruction of senior staff and demonstrate competence via a process of internal auditing.</li>
<li>carry out laboratory testing involving sample receipt, preparation, testing and data processing on a range of materials, soils, aggregates, bituminous materials and concrete.</li>
<li>carry out field testing on natural ground, and man-made highways construction materials which may involve sampling materials from stockpiles or operating trailer mounted coring rigs.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate While a workingknowledge or experience in the testing of soils and construction materials or site investigations and insitu testing of soils and other materials is beneficial, you will also need to:<ul>
<li>demonstrate an ability to work within a team to meet changing workload requirements, and the ability to work well on your own.</li>
<li>be willing to learn new things and undertake training and assessment.</li>
<li>have good time management.</li>
<li>be happy to work both inside and outdoors; this may be on construction sites, on the highways, or undeveloped land.</li>
<li>have good attention to detail; the results determined from laboratory testing have major real-world implications.</li>
<li>have practical ability and problem-solving skills.</li>
<li>have ICT skills competent with software packages such as Microsoft Office.</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;Should you have any further questions about the role, or would like an informal discussion prior to applying, please contact Ian Freestone or Gillian Starling (Testing Manager) on 01785 277360 or by email – <a href="mailto:ian.freestone@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ian.freestone@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:gillian.starling@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">gillian.starling@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be carried out week commencing 24th November 2025.Link to walk through of the laboratory to give you an idea of what it is like <a href="https://youtu.be/VAxwGQOjHW4" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/VAxwGQOjHW4</a>.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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Caseworker

Grade F: £30,024 - £33,699 per annum

Post Number: CH318

Permanent - 37 Hours per week
Benefits to you:
<ul>
<li>Flexitime Scheme</li>
<li>Essential Car User Allowance</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>23 days holiday and 26 days holiday after 5 years’ continuous service</li>
<li>Discounted Council Leisure Centre Membership</li>
<li>Cycle Scheme</li>
<li>Free Car Parking</li>
</ul>
We have an exciting opportunity within our high performing Disabled Facilities Grants Service for a&nbsp;Caseworkerto join the team based in&nbsp;Cannock.
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Caseworker who has experience of working within a relevant area such as Housing, a Home Improvement Agency, Social Care or Benefits advice and understands the different types of adaptations undertaken via Disabled Facilities Grant funding. You will be required to visit residents in their homes to support them to gather and compile the necessary documents and undertake financial assessments, to progress applications for funded home adaptations.
A helping service

Our service enables disabled and older residents to live safely and independently in their own homes, to maximise their potential, improve dignity and reduce stress in daily tasks. We provide advice, assistance, and support to residents who need adaptations and empower them to participate in the home adaptation design process.
We aspire to provide a home improvement agency style service, where each customer has a single point of contact throughout their journey. We begin with the assumption that each individual is best placed to judge their own wellbeing. We take account of residents’ views, wishes and feelings to understand the needs experienced and identified by them, along with their family and carer/s, whilst working to national supporting policies and the latest professional guidelines.
Essential requirements for this role include:
<ul>
<li>Experience of delivering Disabled Facilities Grants or other grant programme(s) and managing a caseload</li>
<li>A good understanding of the requirements of disabled people in relation to access to and around the home</li>
<li>The ability to communicate effectively and sensitively</li>
<li>Good IT skills</li>
<li>The ability to prioritise and work under pressure</li>
</ul>
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<li>Full, valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle</li>
</ul>
In return, we can offer you working arrangements that will enhance your work-life balance, including home working (dependent on service need). A wide range of training and developmental opportunities is also offered. 
This post will be subject to a Basic DBS disclosure.
To apply for this vacancy online please go to <a href="https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login" target="_blank">https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login</a>
Alternatively, please telephone 01543 462621 or write to HR Services, Cannock Chase Council, Civic Centre, Beecroft Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG or e-mail <a href="mailto:vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk</a> quoting post number CH318.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday 14th November 2025.

Interviews will be held during week commencing 1st December 2025.

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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of adults with care and support needs? Do you thrive in a collaborative, multi-agency environment and have a flair for driving improvement and innovation? If so, we want to hear from you!Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Adult Safeguarding Partnership Board (SSASPB) is a multi-agency partnership that ensures local agencies and professionals in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent work together to effectively safeguard adults from abuse and neglect. To find out more about the Board, visit our website at <a href="https://www.ssaspb.org.uk/" target="_blank">www.ssaspb.org.uk</a>&nbsp;We have a fantastic opportunity for a Safeguarding Partnership Improvement Project Manager&nbsp;within the SSASPB team. This is a key role within a small team that is responsible for supporting the smooth running and functions of the partnership board.Why Join Us?<ul>
<li>Be part of a forward-thinking team that values ambition, courage, and empowerment.</li>
<li>Contribute to meaningful change that improves lives across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.</li>
<li>Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.</li>
</ul>If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role at the heart of adult safeguarding, apply today and help us shape a safer, more inclusive future for our communities.Main Responsibilities As our Safeguarding Partnership Improvement Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering projects that support the Board’s statutory duties and strategic ambitions. You will:<ul>
<li>Design, develop, and deliver multi-agency projects that drive measurable improvements in safeguarding outcomes.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with strategic leads to embed the six safeguarding principles into all aspects of Board delivery.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain data dashboards and performance frameworks to provide assurance and track progress.</li>
<li>Lead on the creation of systems and processes that support effective project management, reporting, and continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with partners and responsible leads, driving the assurance activity and assessing the impact of learning from Safeguarding Adult Reviews (SARs)</li>
<li>Champion a culture of high challenge, support, and values-led change.</li>
</ul>This is a fixed-term 12-month post to support the Boards development and planning activity to deliver against our strategic priorities and performance frameworks.The role is hybrid, with the team working remotely most of the time; there is some requirement for face to face and office attendance across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent on an ad hoc basis.&nbsp;The Ideal Candidate What We’re Looking For<ul>
<li>Relevant qualifications and experience in project management, performance development.</li>
<li>Proven experience managing projects in a multi-agency setting, ideally within the health and care sector.</li>
<li>Strong skills in data management, analysis, and reporting.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>A collaborative, values-led approach with a passion for improving outcomes for adults at risk.</li>
<li>Intellectual curiosity and a track record of innovation and continuous improvement.</li>
<li>A broad understanding of safeguarding legislation, requirements, and themes.</li>
</ul>It is anticipated that interviews will be held during week commencing 24th November. Please note any dates you are unavailable during this week on your application.&nbsp;Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Stephanie Kincaid-Banks, SSASPB Business Manager at <a href="mailto:stephanie.kincaid-banks2@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">stephanie.kincaid-banks2@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential?An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Elective Home Education (EHE) Team for four new EHE Officers to work with students and their families in the Staffordshire Moorlands, Tamworth, South Staffordshire and Lichfield districts.The roles are 12-month fixed term contracts.&nbsp;Our EHE Team, specialises in working with parents who chose to home educate their children and provides the following services:<ul>
<li>Support to parents in providing suitable education for their children</li>
<li>A statutory function of the local authority in identifying children without a suitable education</li>
<li>Information, advice and guidance to other agencies on EHE</li>
</ul>Main Responsibilities You will be working with families in either the Staffordshire Moorlands, Tamworth, South Staffordshire or Lichfield district.As an EHE Officer you will hold responsibility for a number of children and will:<ul>
<li>ensure parents are providing a suitable education for their children</li>
<li>offer support, information, advice and guidance to families and professionals</li>
<li>complete home visits and review educational reports</li>
<li>develop, facilitate and organise family and professionals’ meetings, events and groups to ensure home education is delivered in line with statutory services and is both efficient and effective</li>
<li>ensure EHE students are safeguarded inline with current legislation and guidance</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate &nbsp;You will have:<ul>
<li>at least NVQ 3 or equivalent in respect of working with children and their families</li>
<li>experience of enabling parents and children to take full advantage of the educational opportunities available</li>
<li>experience of working with parents and children in an education setting</li>
<li>knowledge and experience of child development</li>
<li>knowledge and experience of child safeguarding processes and procedures</li>
<li>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Please state in your Supporting Statement in the application which of the four areas - Staffordshire Moorlands, Tamworth, South Staffordshire and Lichfield districts you would prefer to work in.If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact Neil Dutton (EHE Lead):<ul>
<li>Telephone - (01827) 782063</li>
<li>Email - <a href="mailto:neil.dutton@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">neil.dutton@staffordshire.gov.uk</a></li>
</ul>&nbsp;Shortlisting will take place on Monday 10/11/2025.In person interviews will be held on Friday 14/11/2025.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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Environmental Health Officer or Environmental Protection Officer
Grade H: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum

Post Number: CE363

Permanent - 37 Hours per week
Benefits to you:
<ul>
<li>Essential Car User Allowance</li>
<li>Flexitime Scheme</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Payment of one professional fee per annum</li>
<li>Discounted Council Leisure Centre Membership</li>
<li>26 days holiday and 31 days after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Cycle Scheme </li>
<li>Free Parking</li>
</ul>
Are you a highly motivated individual with knowledge and experience in Environmental Protection? Do you have a passion for improving the local environment?
If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our Environmental Protection Team, where you can use your skills to make a real difference. We regulate processes, monitor compliance, investigate incidents, and enforce the law whilst embracing novel approaches and solutions. You will be a key member of our team, providing technical support, advice and guidance on air quality monitoring and management, responses to contaminated land issues, regulation of Part A(2) and B activities and review of planning applications.
You will be given every opportunity to take on responsibility, developing projects and making full use of your technical knowledge.&nbsp; There will be opportunities for you to get involved with envirocrime, public health and animal welfare functions, which also fall within the team’s remit.
Essential requirements for this role include:
<ul>
<li>A diploma, BSc or MSc in environmental health, environmental science, pollution control, chemistry, geography or similar discipline.</li>
<li>
For the EHO role, EHRB Registration or Environmental Health Practitioner Registration.
</li>
<li>Post qualification experience in one or more specialist areas.</li>
<li>Good communication and presentation skills.</li>
<li>Ability to organise and prioritise.</li>
<li>Assertiveness and ability to work under pressure.</li>
<li>Investigative, research, analytical and critical thinking skills.</li>
</ul>
To apply for this vacancy online please go to <a href="https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login" target="_blank">https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login</a>
Alternatively, please telephone 01543 462621 or write to HR Services, Cannock Chase Council, Civic Centre, Beecroft Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG or e-mail <a href="mailto:vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk</a> quoting post number CE363.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 9th November 2025.

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We would love to welcome enthusiastic and motivated Educational Psychologists to our creative, friendly, and supportive service. Following the retirement of several valued colleagues, we have opportunities for new team members to help shape the future of educational psychology in Staffordshire.Why Join Staffordshire EPS?<ul>
<li>Children and families are at the heart of all we do: Our work is driven by a commitment to improving the lives of children and families across Staffordshire. We work systemically with schools, families and partners so support is holistic, inclusive and has measurable impact.</li>
<li>Innovative practice: We’re central to Staffordshire’s new Enhanced Assess–Plan–Do–Review (EAPDR) pathway; using psychology in a preventative, collaborative and creative way, such as using MAPS and PATHS, rather than formal report writing.</li>
<li>Impact at scale: Join nationally recognised programmes: our EP-led literacy approach, local and regional school non-attendance projects, and joint work with the Virtual School for care-experienced children. ELSA and district-commissioned non-attendance work are two in-demand examples.</li>
<li>Supportive team culture: You’ll join a diverse, passionate team of Seniors, EPs TEPS and Assistants who value creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Comprehensive induction, regular peer supervision, and vibrant CPD, including two CPD weeks each year.</li>
<li>Your practice matters: Whether you’re bringing experience, newly qualified or due to qualify in September 2026, we will support you to develop your practice and pursue your professional specialisms through development groups and research, and provide progression support for SPAs.</li>
</ul>What We Offer<ul>
<li>
Salary: Soulbury A3–8 + up to 3 SPAs (progression supported).</li>
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Working environment: Mixed urban/rural practice; essential car user allowance; mileage &amp; travel time policy.</li>
<li>
Professional growth: Protected peer supervision time; CPD budget &amp; CPD weeks; research and development groups; pathways for specialisms (e.g., literacy, non-attendance, care-experienced).</li>
<li>
Flexibility &amp; wellbeing: Hybrid working, flexi-time, and a proactive Senior overseeing your induction and your practice development.</li>
<li>
Inclusion: A service committed to equality, diversity and anti-discriminatory practice—applications welcomed from under-represented groups.</li>
</ul>Main Responsibilities You will join a district team and work collaboratively with other team and service members, and with multi-agency colleagues to improve outcomes for children, young people and families by:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Working preventatively with a patch of schools through our traded package and SCC EAPDR process&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supporting children and families in the Early Years&nbsp;</li>
<li>Contributing to the Statutory process through EHC assessments&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborating on research, service and practice development&nbsp;</li>
<li>Contributing to service work on cross LA projects such as Trauma Informed, ELSA, Children's homes</li>
<li>Taking part in a vibrant CPD programme and twice yearly CPD weeks, and supporting practice development of teams and colleagues&nbsp;</li>
<li>Taking part in service development work on (for example) SCERTS, implementation science, equality and diversity</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate What We’re Looking For<ul>
<li>An honours degree in Psychology (or equivalent) recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS)</li>
<li>Recognised postgraduate training and qualification in Educational Psychology</li>
<li>Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), or eligibility upon qualification</li>
<li>A collaborative practitioner who values consultation, prevention and evidence-informed practice—and is eager to keep learning.</li>
</ul>I feel well supported by my team and supervisor, and really value working closely with others in the service on commissions and projects. I feel I can be flexible and creative in my work and that my supervisor will always have my back and support me to do so - which I really value! &nbsp;— Current Team Member, Service feedback May 2025Ready to make a difference? We’d love to hear from you. For more information, or an informal chat, contact Melissa Jones, Principal Educational Psychologist: <a href="mailto:melissa.jones@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">melissa.jones@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> | 07970 460188Interviews will be held on the 28th November 2025.Join us and help shape brighter futures for children and families in Staffordshire.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people.We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Educational Psychologist

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At the heart of Staffordshire's economic development lies a vision to create a diverse, inclusive, and sustainable economy. By focusing on developing local skills, we aim to enable more people to access higher value, better-paid jobs across a wide range of priority and locally important sectors.We have an exciting opportunity within the Skills and Employability Team for a Provider Management Officer.The Provider Management Officer will be required to work across the Skills and Employability service to co-ordinate, develop, implement and monitor provider management processes.The role will be based in Staffordshire Place 1, in the centre of Stafford town, with the option to work remotely.This is fixed term for 2 years.Main Responsibilities In this role you'll:<ul>
<li>implement and manage robust provider management processes across a variety of skills &amp; employability programmes.</li>
<li>Work with commissioned providers to ensure that the funding and resources allocated are deployed appropriately and effectively.</li>
<li>develop and maintain positive working relationships with Providers, to promote an ethos of continuous improvement</li>
<li>work with others to prepare and maintain the necessary. documentation to develop and implement streamlined and efficient policies and procedures to manage commissioned provision.</li>
<li>contribute towards the development of relevant performance management and improvement strategies to ensure achievement of the required performance measures and outcomes.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You'll have:<ul>
<li>Significant experience of managing skills and employability provision and programmes.</li>
<li>Experience in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for effective service delivery of skills and employability programmes adhering to funding guidance and regulations.</li>
<li>Experience of managing contracts using a risk-based approach to assurance, accountability, improvement and intervention.</li>
<li>Knowledge of commissioning processes and principles to underpin service design and delivery and to assure high quality outcomes.</li>
<li>Effective written and oral communication skills</li>
<li>Ability to work independently, systematically and efficiently, under pressure and as part of a team.</li>
</ul>&nbsp;Interviews will take place week commencing 24th November.Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Vicky Rowley, Skills Strategy Programme Manager, at:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Vicky.rowley@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vicky.rowley@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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Are you looking for a development opportunity in the Council in the Traffic and Network Management Team? Are you devoted to continuous improvement, working in a team with a varied range of roles and responsibilities across many Highways-related disciplines?This permanent position is well suited to enthusiastic, diligent and proactive individuals who are looking to work in a thriving and supportive working environment.Based within the Traffic and Network Management Team you will be inspecting activities on the Staffordshire highways network including parking permits, street works permit activity, highways licences and temporary/permanent traffic regulation orders with the aim of assessing suitability and minimising disruption and congestion, keeping traffic moving, ensuring safety and compliance on the network and providing a vital service to the residents of Staffordshire.Main Responsibilities In this role you will:<ul>
<li>be working closely with the Officers, Administrators and Coordination Managers and using your knowledge and skills to assess the impact of applications. &nbsp;</li>
<li>use your judgement to provide advice and apply amendments, controls or restrictions to work carried out in order to achieve the goals of the Traffic Management Act 2004 and the New Roads &amp; Streetworks Act 1991 (NRSWA).&nbsp;</li>
<li>be interpreting and implementing the NRSWA Code of Practice for Inspections and the Specification for the Reinstatement of Openings in the Highway (SROH).</li>
<li>reporting into the Traffic and Network Inspections Managers, you will maintain precise and accurate records of inspection activities.</li>
<li>liaise with various internal and external companies, authorities and stakeholders.</li>
<li>look to achieve resolutions to defective work and apparatus on the highway whilst maintaining departmental goals.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will:<ul>
<li>Have excellent inter-personal and customer service skills.</li>
<li>Be a highly motivated, self-starter with a drive to succeed, demonstrating a positive ‘Can do’ attitude.</li>
<li>Be able to deal with a range of issues and conflicting demands whilst adhering to relevant legislation and delivering to tight deadlines and keeping calm under pressure.</li>
</ul>What you’ll have:<ul>
<li>Hold or be willing to train to acquire required accreditation – LANTRA 12D (M7) Supervisor as a minimum</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience as NRSWA - Supervisor&nbsp;</li>
<li>Previous experience in traffic and network management</li>
<li>Experience of dealing with permits, licences and road works on the public highway</li>
<li>Ability to interrogate data and make recommendations</li>
<li>Full UK driving licence</li>
</ul>Interviews will be held: Week commencing 18 November 2025.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Andrew Madigan on 07580 801965 <a href="mailto:andrew.madigan@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrew.madigan@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or Joe Lee on 07817 571424 &nbsp;<a href="mailto:joseph.lee@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">joseph.lee@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Traffic and Network Inspector

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Are you passionate about improving HR systems and delivering outstanding service? We’re looking for someone to play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting our HR systems and processes.Within People Services we are focusing all our efforts on our People Strategy which aims to make the organisation a great place to work. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to support our People Services Team to implement and update new and existing HR systems and processes.This a fixed term contract for 12 months.&nbsp;This role is based in Stafford and operates within a hybrid working model. A minimum of two office-based days per week is required.Main Responsibilities As a Service &amp; System Improvement Adviser, you will:<ul>
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Support on process improvement – Ensure our HR systems and processes are efficient, streamlined, and deliver excellent service to our customers.</li>
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Support digital transformation – Contribute to system upgrades and the implementation of new digital solutions, including testing, and developing user guides and training materials.</li>
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Solve complex problems – Use your analytical skills to investigate and resolve HR, system and pay related queries by exploring data, processes, and systems to identify root causes and deliver effective solutions.</li>
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Be our HR systems expert – Act as the go-to person for complex HR system queries, working closely with our system provider to resolve issues.</li>
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Collaborate across teams – Work closely with our payroll provider and People Services Team to ensure data accuracy and seamless processes.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will need:&nbsp;<ul>
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HR and Payroll Systems Experience – Proven experience working within a HR/payroll environment, with hands-on use of HR and payroll IT systems.</li>
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Advisory Skills – Ability to provide clear, informed advice on pay and HR system matters, identifying potential risks and offering practical solutions.</li>
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Project and Process Expertise – Experience supporting HR processes, system implementations, or improvement projects, including system testing.</li>
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Digital Confidence – Strong computer literacy, with the ability to configure systems and manipulate data effectively.</li>
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Process Mapping Skills – Proficiency in process mapping (e.g., using Visio) and re-engineering to drive efficiency and improvement.</li>
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Analytical Thinking – Experience conducting research, identifying opportunities for improvement, and implementing new or revised HR processes.</li>
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Communication and Influence – Skilled in engaging with internal stakeholders, presenting information clearly in various formats to influence and inform.</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;For further information about this role please contact Karen Till, Service &amp; Systems Improvement Manager - &nbsp;<a href="mailto:karen.till@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.till@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>.Interviews are anticipated to take place week commencing 10th November 2025.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Service and System Improvement Adviser

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Do you want to be instrumental in shaping the future of the Public Rights of&nbsp;Way and access provision for Staffordshire? And are interested in delivering an excellent service? Yes? Then this may be the job for you.&nbsp;Access to the countryside has never been more important and rights of way are a vital resource for our communities and visitors. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead innovative approaches to the development and management of 4500km of Public Rights of Way across Staffordshire. This important role will continue to transform the service ensuring the delivery of statutory functions, championing novel approaches and responding to new challenges. &nbsp;We are looking for a confident leader with a strong track record delivering at a strategic level. You will have a high level of knowledge and experience in rights of way / highways and access legislation, policy and practice. You will bring innovation and the skills to put it into practice to ensure the ongoing improvement of the service. Your excellent interpersonal skills will ensure positive relationships with elected members, colleagues, partners, stakeholders and volunteers. &nbsp;If you’re looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact and be part of a team driving positive change in Staffordshire, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;This is a permanent full-time role working 37 hours per week Monday to Friday. The work is typically office and depot based with hybrid working.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities In this role you will:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Deliver statutory duties related to Public Rights of Way (PROW), open access, and promoted routes across Staffordshire.</li>
<li>Lead the strategic management of the PROW network, ensuring accessibility, sustainability, and legal compliance.</li>
<li>Develop and implement policies, procedures, and improvement plans to enhance rural access and rights of way.</li>
<li>Engage and consult with stakeholders, elected members, communities, and forums to support evidence-led decision making.</li>
<li>Manage staff, budgets, and resources to deliver inspections, enforcement, maintenance, and improvements across the network.</li>
<li>Integrate rights of way into infrastructure planning, while promoting innovation, volunteer involvement, and digital solutions to expand service capacity.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Qualified at degree level or equivalent in an appropriate discipline.</li>
<li>Detailed knowledge and understanding of rights of way (highways) and access legislation and practice in England.</li>
<li>Significant experience of rights of way procedures and management, including experience of enforcement, dispute resolution, analysis of historical evidence and demand prioritisation.</li>
<li>Significant knowledge and experience of risk assessment and management, safe systems of work and CDM regulations&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of budget management, procurement and contract management</li>
<li>Effective and strategic leadership and management skills</li>
<li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills including ability to engage the public, collaborate with partners and constructively resolve disputes</li>
<li>Good IT skills including GIS</li>
<li>Ability to deal with difficult situations and resolve conflict</li>
<li>Current driving licence</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” Interviews are expected to be held on 14 November.Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences and qualifications so consider applying anyway. For an informal discussion, please contact Sarah Bentley, Head of Environment and Countryside, at <a href="mailto:sarah.bentley@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.bentley@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Rights of Way Manager

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Is it important to you to have a future that matters?&nbsp;Our lawyers make a real difference in their local community. We can offer unique and intellectual challenges, by working on diverse cases that shape public policy, protect public interests, and support vital services, offering vital job satisfaction.The first steps into your legal career can be daunting however, our skilled, approachable teams are experienced and committed in developing our trainee solicitors in these initial stages and beyond, ultimately with the aim of them becoming future leaders. This collaborative learning environment builds confidence and helps us create highly competent solicitors. We repeatedly evidence the growing our own professionals by providing supportive, clear career pathways, and prioritising professional growth.&nbsp;A culture of wellbeing and a healthy work life balance are genuine core values for this Council, and these are reflected in our flexible and family friendly working. Along with other benefits<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance (27 days - increasing to 31 after 5 years Continuous service, plus Bank Holidays and 2 extra statutory days)</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee travel and entertainment discounts,&nbsp;</li>
<li>A local government pension scheme with generous contributions &nbsp;</li>
<li>Optional car lease scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>We also offer family friendly polices such as maternity, adoption, paternity, and parental leave.</li>
</ul>Join our local government legal team as a trainee solicitor and help shape the future of your community and make a lasting impact.&nbsp; Package Description Main Responsibilities You will:<ul>
<li>work and gain experience in a range of litigious and non-litigious areas of Legal Services being based for approximately six months each, in four of the various teams within legal services (by agreement such may also be gained at other organisation) and to develop the skills associated with the practice and profession of a Solicitor</li>
<li>work and experience will be gain from 4 of the following areas as set by business need; Contracts, Highways, Planning, Rights of Way, Property, Adult Social Care, Education, Litigation, Employment and Child Care</li>
<li>provide practical and effective legal advice and solutions to clients within the County Council and externally</li>
<li>draft briefs to Counsel for advice, prepare statements, court papers, agreements documents and affidavits for approval</li>
<li>appear in the Magistrates and County Court or other courts, Tribunals/Inquiries where appropriate and undertake hearings in chambers, initially in relation to undefended matters</li>
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accompany lawyers or Counsel to courts or tribunals, taking notes or undertaking other relevant duties as assigned
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<li>undertake legal research</li>
<li>draft reports for Cabinet, Committees and Panels as required, for approval and accompany lawyers to, or attend, Cabinet, Committee and Panel meetings, Member and officer briefings or other meetings as appropriate</li>
<li>maintain confidentiality and observe information security, data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate</li>
<li>use information technology and associated systems in accordance with County Council policies.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have:<ul>
<li>a strong academic ability</li>
<li>excellent communication and analytical skills,&nbsp;</li>
<li>a genuine enthusiasm for law and the focus to contribute positively to the Council’s culture.</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” The post is a fixed term contract for 2 years but for the right candidate we will be looking to appoint qualified lawyers in designated roles at the end of this process.You will be office based throughout the fixed term period to take advantage of the training on offer from across all teams.&nbsp;Please be aware, only application forms completed online via the portal will be accepted.&nbsp;Interviews will be held &nbsp;as below &nbsp;and candidates should keep the following dates free.<ul>
<li>Shortlisted candidates - initial screening interview via teams - &nbsp;25 &amp; 26 June 2025</li>
<li>Successful candidates - Final interviews face to face in our Stafford offices, to include a presentation – 17 &amp; 18 July 2025</li>
</ul>For more about the role or any general queries please email Samantha Gibson, Senior Solicitor <a href="mailto:sam.gibson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sam.gibson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>. Alternatively, please contact Wendy Lofthouse at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:wendy.lofthouse@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">wendy.lofthouse@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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