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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Make a Difference for Families in Blaenau Gwent!
Are you organised, approachable, and passionate about helping families access the support they need? We’re looking for a&nbsp;Family Information Service Support Officer&nbsp;to join our team and play a vital role in the Family Help Hub.
What You’ll Do
<ul>
<li>Be a key point of contact for families and professionals, providing accurate information and guidance.</li>
<li>Maintain and update records on childcare, play, and family support services.</li>
<li>Gather and analyse information to support monitoring and evaluation of services.</li>
<li>Assist with consultations and contribute to the annual Childcare Sufficiency Assessment.</li>
<li>Represent the Family Help Hub at community events and outreach activities.</li>
<li>Work closely with partners to share information and promote best practice.</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For
<ul>
<li>Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.</li>
<li>Strong communication abilities—friendly and clear in person and in writing.</li>
<li>Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.</li>
<li>Experience in customer service or working in a busy office environment.</li>
<li>Full driving licence and flexibility to attend events, including evenings/weekends.</li>
</ul>
Desirable:&nbsp;Knowledge of early years services and experience in gathering and presenting data.
Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>Help families access vital support and services.</li>
<li>Be part of a collaborative, supportive team.</li>
<li>Opportunities for training and development, including Welsh language skills.</li>
</ul>
If you’re ready to make a real impact in your community,&nbsp;apply today and help us build a stronger future for families in Blaenau Gwent!

Family Information Service Support Officer

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



This post is also offered as a secondment opportunity to permanent employees of the Council.&nbsp; Before applying you should seek approval to be released from your current position.&nbsp;

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Natural Environment Team as a Countryside Ranger.&nbsp; 

Job summary: The post will undertake practical work improving countryside access, local nature reserves and countryside sites within the County of Blaenau Gwent.

Blaenau Gwent’s Natural Environment Team are seeking one individual with a passion for working in the Countryside to help deliver practical countryside improvements&nbsp; 

The role will involve working across the Natural Environment Team’s portfolio for the improvement of the County’s green infrastructure. This will include, amongst other duties, undertaking work on public footpath and bridleways by constructing stiles, gates and managing vegetation; undertaking work specified in management plans on local nature reserves as directed by senior colleagues; carrying out practical work to deliver landscape and environmental projects.&nbsp; 

The successful candidate will be physically fit, able to drive and understand practical countryside management skills including operation of appropriate tools such as chainsaws and brush cutters. The post will report to a Senior Ranger who will set forward work programmes according to the requirements of the Natural Environment Team.&nbsp;&nbsp; 


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

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

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. &nbsp;We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Jessica Norris (<a href="mailto:jessica.norris@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk" target="_blank">jessica.norris@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk</a>)
Closing Date:


&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 7th January 2026




Interview Date:


15th and 16th January 2026

Countryside Ranger

We are recruiting 2 Moving Homes Officers at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Ty Penallta This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Community Housing Services Team. We pay an attractive salary of £31,537 - £34,434 and offer access to training and development opportunities.The successful candidate will support the Moving Homes Manager to deliver high quality, customer focused services, having responsibility for managing occupation contracts and vacant homes, following receipt of notification of contracts ending, for allocation and letting of vacant homes in compliance with the Common Allocations Policy, through to settling in new contract holders, creating sustainable and successful mixed tenure communities.You will work in partnership with colleagues to achieve the aims and objectives of Caerphilly Homes and contribute to the development of relevant policies and procedures.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Relevant Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>A sound understanding of empty property management, social housing lettings and housing management.</li><li>Experience of working in front line social housing management or other closely related field.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence, and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit customers, communities and attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Elizabeth Wellington/Jane Pitman on 01443 873519/ 01443 873535 or email <a href="mailto:willie11@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willie11@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:pitmaj2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">pitmaj2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This role requires a basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Moving Homes Officer

We are recruiting a Senior Practitionerat Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Various Locations in the BoroughTeam: Bargoed Locality TeamThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 with an additional £3,551 annual market supplement, and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, experienced and enthusiastic practitioner to become part of our progressive and creative team. The successful candidate will hold a more complex caseload, be able to offer support, mentoring and supervision to team members, monitor team performance, assist the Team Manager, and deputise when required. The team undertakes high quality assessments and planning for children and their families who require ongoing social services intervention. The team covers both short- and long-term work, including Children in Need of Care and Support, Safeguarding, Children Looked After and court work. If you have the right values, motivation, and commitment to work in a challenging, yet rewarding environment, we want to hear from you. Are you effective at building positive working relationships with good communication and IT skills? Do you have genuine passion and commitment to improve outcomes for children, young people and their families? Do you want to work collaboratively to promote "what matters" with children and their families? Does this sound like the right job for you? If so, we will provide you with the following:<ul><li>Comprehensive induction.</li><li>Training to promote your continued professional development.</li><li>An embedded risk assessment model.</li><li>Evidenced based and timely decision making.</li><li>Regular supervision, annual appraisal and opportunities for reflective practice.</li><li>Supportive and experienced Senior Practitioner colleagues and Team Manager.</li><li>Visible and strong leadership from the Senior Management Team</li></ul>For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice Programme within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1 April 2016).</li><li>Registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales or equivalent regulators in England, Scotland, or Northern Ireland.</li><li>An enhanced level of social work skills, expertise within child protection and court work and be able to promote and develop good standards of practice both personally and within the team.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rhoda Hibbs on 01443 873501 or email <a href="mailto:hibbsr@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">hibbsr@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Carol Davies on 01443 864745 or email <a href="mailto:Daviec30@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Daviec30@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.





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Senior Practitioner

We are recruiting a UPVC Fabricator at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Rhymney DepotTeam: Asset Maintenance and Repairs This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £28,598 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The post holder will be expected to Support the relevant foreman in the provision of a high-quality repairs and maintenance service for the Asset Maintenance and Repairs section. This will include the manufacture and installation of UPVC windows and doors, general trades maintenance, improvements and refurbishments to domestic and untenanted properties in more than one trade discipline.The postholder will pre-inspect, repair, renew and identify required resources and materials needed to undertake window fabrication and building maintenance works to ensure the efficient use resources.You will become part of a dynamic team delivering reactive repairs/planned maintenance works to our homes.The successful candidate must have an excellent work ethic, good communication skills, and a dynamic approach to the role and be able to lead by example.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Completed a recognised time served apprenticeship and/or completion of an accredited Building Craft Training scheme or NVQ Level 2 qualification in an appropriate trade.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Safe Systems of Work and Health and Safety issues relating to the post.</li><li>Relevant experience within a UPVC window and door fabrication, repairs, maintenance, refurbishment or new build environment. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Paul James/Andrew Gould on 07919627344/ 07919627304 or email <a href="mailto:jamesp1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">jamesp1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:goulda2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">goulda2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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UPVC Fabricator

We are recruiting a Library Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 1 x 37 hours / 1 x 18 hours / 1 x 17 hours / 1 x 13 hours / 1 x 6 hours Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st March 2026 - 1 x Full Time / 4 x Part Time Location: Various Library SitesTeam: Library ServicesThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £25,583 - £25,989 (37 hours) / £12,445 - £12,643 (18 hours) / £11,754 - £11,940 (17 hours) / £8,988 - £9,131 (13 hours) / £4,184 - £4,214 (6 hours) and offer access to training and development opportunities. Libraries are more than just repositories for books - Caerphilly Library Service plays a valuable role to all residents in the community. Our library spaces are trusted, free to enter and open to everyone. In them, people can explore and share reading, information, knowledge and culture. Do you have good communications, customer care and team working skills? Are you flexible in your approach and able to work under pressure? Do you have an interest in books and their potential for education, recreation and personal development together with an appreciation of the uses of ICT applications and the Internet? If you answer yes, read on. Caerphilly Library Service are seeking applications for Library Assistant’s in the following Libraries: Caerphilly Library - 37 hoursCaerphilly Library - 18 hoursBargoed Library - 13 hoursRisca Palace Library - 17 hoursRisca Palace Library - 6 hours These hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below. The post involves working with other members of staff in a busy environment, or at times, lone-working at a single-staffed service point, providing a wide range of services to the public. Duties will be all of those associated with the day to day running of the library, including the issue, return and shelving of books, assisting with ICT, receipt of monies and dealing with personal and telephone enquiries. The library is a designated Welsh language reception point. This post requires the successful post holder to converse with customers in the medium of Welsh. A spoken knowledge of Welsh would be desirable but not essential and Caerphilly CBC will support staff to undertake Welsh language training. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Minimum of 5 GCSEs grades A-C (or equivalent).</li><li>Good Literacy and Numeracy Skills.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of role and of services offered by the public library service.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Pugh on 07850918632 or email <a href="mailto:pughk@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">pughk@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Richard George on 07523 931969 or email <a href="mailto:georgr@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">georgr@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Library Assistant

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



Come and join a well-established and passionate team who are dedicated to improving outcomes and opportunities for the young people of Blaenau Gwent.
The 14+ Team will offer you the opportunity to work with young people aged 14 years and over who are in need of care and support, in need of protection, are looked after and/or are care leavers. The post offers the&nbsp;opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and practice in relation to young people across all manner of statutory intervention including assessment, care planning, long term planning, pathway planning and transition to adulthood.
You will have the opportunity to manage a varied case load focusing on what matters to young people and families, building on and supporting young people to identify their own strengths and resources, managing risk collaboratively with multi agency professionals as well as encouraging the development of independence skills.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic and motivated social worker to join our 14+ Team. We welcome applications from experienced social workers, newly qualified social workers and student social workers (pending qualification).
The post offers an exciting opportunity to work with young people as part of a varied team consisting of social workers, support workers, mediation officers and leaving care personal advisors. With longstanding team members, there is opportunity to learn from the experiences of the team who are committed to delivering the highest quality service to the young people and families of Blaenau Gwent.
We recognise the need for staff support when working with young people who may have specific support needs and, as such, the successful appointees will benefit from training and development opportunities, monthly formal supervision sessions (more frequently if required), group supervision sessions and access to psychological consultations for psychologically informed advice and practice guidance. We recognise the importance of peer support, and the stability of the team has enabled the development of a strong team ethic which is to work together to effectively problem solve, motivate and encourage each other.
The 14+ team office has recently been repurposed to create indoor and outdoor space which promotes group work and independent living skills development. We want to offer a safe space to young people to learn new skills and for all 14+ staff to be involved in providing unique and creative ways of engaging young people to promote their wellbeing and safety.
There are exciting opportunities available to the team which enables and encourages creativity in how we can meet the needs of our older children who are looked after and our care leavers through use of the St David’s Day grant. This has, in recent years, included the opportunity for staff to plan and facilitate activities for our young people inclusive of a residential trip.
If you are passionate about young people, promoting their voice and delivering a service which is focused on outcomes and strengths, then this will be a rewarding and exciting opportunity for you.
This position requires a Professional Registration, please refer to the Person Specification for further details.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include anEnhanced Disclosure with Child and Adult Barred List.
Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Heidi Jones, Team Manager on 01495 369554.




Closing Date:


06.01.2026&nbsp;At 12:00 midnight




Interview Date:


16.01.2026

Social Worker - 14+ Team

We are recruiting a Technician (Drainage) at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Highway House, Penmaen Road, BlackwoodTeam: Highway MaintenanceThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £28,598 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will join a small but dedicated team with a focus on cost effective and efficient operational maintenance of highway and other drainage assets, including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). The post involves responding to, and investigation of flooding incidents as well as organising for routine and reactive maintenance of drainage systems. It would be suited to someone used to working outdoors, often in poor weather conditions, and with an ability to critically appraise problems and quickly develop short and long term solutions.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Relevant Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework. For example, BTEC in Engineering.</li><li>General computer literacy with some knowledge in use of Microsoft Office applications and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).</li><li>Minimum of 2 years relevant experience directly related to the job description since qualification.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence to drive a Council vehicle.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mark Goodger on 07701 020205 or email <a href="mailto:goodgm@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">goodgm@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Max Nebe on 01495 235796 or email <a href="mailto:nebem@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">nebem@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Technician (Drainage)

We are recruiting for Housing Surveyors at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Ty Penallta / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Asset Maintenance and Repairs Team. We pay an attractive salary of £35,412 - £38,220 and offer access to training and development opportunities.Would you like to be part of a dynamic team delivering reactive repairs/planned maintenance works to our homes?The successful candidate must have an excellent work ethic, good communication skills, and a dynamic approach to the role and be able to lead by example. You will be expected to Support the Principal Building Surveyor in the provision of a high-quality repairs and maintenance service for the Asset Maintenance and Repairs section working across a wide range of functions, contracts, work programmes and projects.The postholder will be responsible for delivering a customer focused Response Maintenance Service in accordance with the objectives set out by the Council in its Welsh Housing Quality Standard Programme, Planned Asset Maintenance Strategy, and the Renting Homes Wales Act. You will also undertake pre and post inspections, contract duties and assist in the preparation of contract works and response maintenance.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A relevant Level 4, 5 or 6 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example, HNC, HND or Degree in Building Surveying.</li><li>A Level 3 City and Guilds Energy Assessment Course (6361) to be an Accredited Domestic Energy Assessor and produce Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) or required to achieve following appointment.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Safe Systems of Work and Health and Safety issues relating to the post.</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend site inspections, visit clients and attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Stephen Golding -Hann on 07887565316 or email <a href="mailto:GOLDIS@CAERPHILLY.GOV.UK" target="_blank">GOLDIS@CAERPHILLY.GOV.UK</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include a basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Housing Surveyor

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



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

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

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

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


Midnight Sunday 4th January 2026




Interview Date:


To be confirmed

HR Business Partner

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4057/Job_Description.pdf" target="_blank">Job_Description</a></li>
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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



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

What You’ll Do

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

What We’re Looking For

<ul>
<li>A degree-level qualification (Social Work qualification and Social Care Wales registration desirable).</li>
<li>Significant management experience in Children’s Social Services or related sectors.</li>
<li>Proven ability to foster a performance culture and deliver results across interagency boundaries.</li>
<li>Knowledge of key social care and health policy issues and post-pandemic challenges.</li>
</ul>
Why Join Us?
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary and benefits.</li>
<li>Agile working options for better work-life balance.</li>
<li>A chance to lead innovation and make a tangible difference in children’s lives.</li>
<li>Be part of a supportive and enthusiastic senior leadership team committed to high standards of practice and best outcomes for children in Blaenau Gwent</li>
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This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure. 

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

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


18.01.2026 At 12:00 midnight




Interview Date:


29.01.2026

Residential & Resources Service Manager – Children’s Services

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



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

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

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

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

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Eirian Teague, Therapeutic Practice Manager or Jennie Welham, Regional Programme Director on 01495 764680
Closing Date:
12.01.2026 At 12:00 midnight
Interview Date:
To be confirmed

Lead Therapeutic Practitioner - MyST

We are recruiting a Senior Youth and Family Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term until 30th September 2026 Location: Various Locations across the BoroughTeam: Youth Service This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £35,412 - £38,220 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will work as part of a team in designated areas within the Caerphilly County Borough.The post holder will build trusting relationships with young people aged 8-25 to provide opportunities for learning, developing skill and personal growth. They will develop innovative ways to engage families from a variety of backgrounds, including those considered as hard to reach and will also develop programmes that provide purposeful, educational and outcome focussed activities, working in partnership with young people, their families, community groups and other providers.The successful candidate will be expected to work 3 evenings and occasional weekends.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Youth and Community Work Degree or related qualification (Community Development, Early Years, Education etc).</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.</li><li>The ability to engage young people in a variety of initiatives.</li><li>Experience in Youth Work or Associated Field.</li><li>The post holder is required to have access to their own vehicle and drive a leased / Council vehicle to transport service users regularly throughout the working week. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Harris on 01443 863125 or email <a href="mailto:Harrim5@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Harrim5@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Senior Youth and Family Worker

We are recruiting an Administrative Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 hours Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Office based This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Youth Offending Service. We pay an attractive salary of £26,403 - £28,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. An opportunity has arisen in the Blaenau Gwent and Caerphilly Youth Offending Service (YOS) for an Administrative Assistant in the Business Support Team, working alongside Clerical Assistants and supported by the Information and Performance Manager. The post will be based at our offices at Woodfieldside Business Park, Pontllanfraith. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to support the YOS. The successful applicant will be a team player and be able to support the service and their fellow colleagues by providing a high level of administrative support. You will be required to organise, coordinate and minute meetings to a high standard. The YOS has many partnership meetings which aims to support children and families to prevent offending and reoffending. Some meetings are held externally in other locations so the successful applicant must be able to travel to different locations across both authorities to support the service. Does this sound like the right job for you? If so, we will provide you with the following:<ul><li>Comprehensive induction</li><li>Training to promote your continued professional development</li><li>Evidenced based and timely decision making</li><li>Regular supervision and an annual appraisal</li><li>The support of experienced Senior Practitioners and Team Managers</li><li>Visible and strong leadership from the YOS Management Team</li></ul>Interviews will be held on 21.01.2026. No alternative date for interview can be offered.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>5 GCSEs Grade A*-C or equivalent Level 2 qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales or a relevant Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example NVQ2 Administration</li><li>Working knowledge of a comprehensive database</li><li>General office, administrative experience </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Helena Baker / YOS Team Manager on 01495 235623 or email <a href="mailto:wwwyos@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">wwwyos@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Administrative Assistant

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Tredomen House / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Childrens Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £39,152 - £41,771 with an additional £3,551 annual market supplement, and offer access to training and development opportunities. This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide a service within our dynamic Children’s Services Locality Teams. Caerphilly County Borough Council's Children Services are looking for a full time Social Worker in the Caerphilly West Team who have the right values, motivation, and commitment to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment.There are six geographically located Children Services (locality) teams. The teams undertake high quality assessments and care management of children and their families who have been assessed as requiring on going social services intervention. The teams cover both short- and long term work, including Children in Need of Care and Support, Children Looked After, Child Protection and court work.If you are a qualified social worker, or are due to qualify this year, come to work in Caerphilly and be supported on your social work journey. We welcomeapplications from third year social work students. Successful applicants will be offered the opportunity of starting as unqualified support workers. Oncequalified, they will then be appointed as social workers.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with children, young people, their families/carers and professionals.</li><li>Experience of multi-agency working.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Parry on 07769703594 or email <a href="mailto:parrys1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">parrys1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Colette Limbrick on 07394029942 or email <a href="mailto:limbrc@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">limbrc@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.





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Social Worker

We are recruiting a Countryside Ranger at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Parc PenalltaTeam: Green Spaces and Transport Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £31,537 - £34,434 and offer access to training and development opportunities. This exciting post offers the right person the opportunity to shape the future of countryside facilities as they will be involved in the management and development of sites for the benefit of visitors and wildlife.The successful applicant will need to have experience of working in an environmental background, a deep understanding of green space management, show a committed passion to the environment and be able to adopt a motivated, committed, and flexible approach to work.The postholder will identify, plan and undertake practical work to ensure the efficient day to day management of Country Parks and other land managed by the Council.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Relevant Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example Countryside Management.</li><li>A National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC) qualifications in appropriate practical skills.</li><li>Experience of working with volunteers and the community in respect of country parks or sites with public access.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ben Sands on 07766953030 or email <a href="mailto:sandb@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">sandb@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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We are recruiting a Principal HR Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 24 months Location: Ty Penallta / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Human Resources This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are looking for two experienced Principal HR Officers to join our People Services Business Partner team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of a high quality and professional HR service across the organisation, supporting managers and employees on a wide range of people-related matters.As a key member of the HR team, you will provide expert advice and guidance on complex employee relations issues, attendance management, recruitment and selection, restructures, and terms and conditions of employment. You will also play a pivotal role in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, delivering HR training, and analysing workforce data to support strategic decision-making.The postholder will support and contribute to the Council’s transformation agenda and work closely with HR Managers to deliver a responsive and effective HR service, providing professional advice, guidance and support to managers and employees on all HR matters. This includes supporting organisational change (referred to above), and contributing to the development of a modern, agile workforce.The role offers agile working arrangements, with a blend of home and office-based work, subject to operational requirements, and occasional travel to other Council sites, schools, and external agencies. Flexibility to work outside normal office hours may be required.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Level 7 Certificate in Human Resource Management or equivalent Level 7 qualification (or Equivalent) and Associate Membership of the CIPD.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of HR policies, practices, and employment law.</li><li>Experience of working in a HR service.</li><li>Proven ability to manage complex HR cases and advise senior managers.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.</li><li>Willingness to travel within and beyond the County Borough. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Anthea Probert on 01443 866742 or email <a href="mailto:probea@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">probea@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Principal Human Resource Officer

We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 HoursContract Type: - Full Time, Fixed term until 31st March 2027 Location: Ty Pawb / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Childrens Services - Intensive Support Team This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are looking for a Senior Practitioner that wants to help make a positive difference to children’s lives, supporting children to remain cared for within their families.As a Senior Practitioner in our Intensive Support Team, you would be joining an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge and expertise with a range of professionals, including Social Workers, Support Workers, Specialist Health Visitors, Child Psychologist and Education Worker.You need to be effective at building positive working relationships and committed to promoting a solution focused family approach to intervention, championing a strengths-based, what matters approach with families.The successful candidate needs to be passionate about working with children, young people, and their families, and demonstrate leadership and role modelling to keep families together.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice Programme within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1 April 2016).</li><li>Up to date knowledge of current legislation and statutory regulations, research and practice in relation to the relevant service area.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Singler on 01495 233261 or email <a href="mailto:singlk@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">singlk@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Senior Practitioner - Intensive Support Team

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Ty TredomenTeam: Family and Friends TeamThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £39,152 - £41,771 and offer access to training and development opportunities.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.We are looking for a Social Worker who manage those children who are subject to placing children in the care of their parents (PCCP), Kinship Fostering arrangements and children on Special Guardianship Orders. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and reviewing the support needs of both the children and their parents/carers. You will be required to attend court to ensure the most appropriate Order is in place i.e. when considering revoking Care Orders or converting Care Orders to Special Guardianship Orders. You will have excellent assessment skills and the ability to engage with children and their families effectively, with a focus on wellbeing and safety of the child. You will be skilled in developing and sustaining effective multi-agency working and will closely collaborate with professionals of every discipline.With a remit spanning the assessment and support of Connected Persons, you will be guaranteed different challenges every day. You will be part of a highly supportive team environment and have access to comprehensive training and development opportunities. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor.</li><li>Up to date knowledge of current legislation Research and Practice issues in childcare.</li><li>Registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales or equivalent regulators in England, Scotland or Northern Ireland.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rachel Silver/Sam Thomas on 07789371545/ 01443 863476 or email <a href="mailto:silver@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">silver@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:thomas24@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">thomas24@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Social Worker - Family and Friends Team

We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: TredomenTeam: Caerphilly East Locality TeamThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 with an additional £3,551 annual market supplement, and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, experienced and enthusiastic practitioner to become part of our progressive and creative team.The successful candidate will hold a more complex caseload, be able to offer support, mentoring and supervision to team members, monitor team performance, assist the Team Manager, and deputise when required. The Team undertakes high quality assessments and planning for children and their families who require on going social services intervention. The team covers both short and long-term work, including Children in Need of Care and Support, Safeguarding, Children Looked After and court work. If you have the right values, motivation, and commitment to work in a challenging, yet rewarding environment, we want to hear from you. Are you effective at building positive working relationships with good communication and IT skills? Do you have genuine passion and commitment to improve outcomes for children, young people and their families? Do you want to work collaboratively to promote “what matters” with children and their families? Does this sound like the right job for you? If so, we will provide you with the following:<ul><li>Comprehensive induction.</li><li>Training to promote your continued professional development.</li><li>An embedded risk assessment model.</li><li>Evidenced based and timely decision making.</li><li>Regular supervision, annual appraisal and opportunities for reflective practice.</li><li>Supportive and experienced Senior Practitioner colleagues and Team Manager.</li><li>Visible and strong leadership from the Senior Management Team</li></ul>For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice Programme within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1 April 2016).</li></ul><ul><li>Registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales or equivalent regulators in England, Scotland, or Northern Ireland.</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.</li><li>An enhanced level of social work skills, expertise within child protection and court work and be able to promote and develop good standards of practice both personally and within the team.</li></ul>-We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Parry/Sandra Engstrom on 02920 849716/ 02920 849725 or email <a href="mailto:parrys1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">parrys1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / <a href="mailto:engsts@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">engsts@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body).The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker. This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.





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We are recruiting a Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Tir-y-Berth DepotTeam: Green Spaces and Transport Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £35,412 - £38,220 and offer access to training and development opportunities. As a HGV Technician, you’ll play a key part in keeping some of the council’s biggest specialist fleet brands on the road, responsible for conducting MOT preparations, inspections, maintenance, repair, and servicing of our customers’ fleets. And when you join us, you’re supported in developing your own career too, surrounded by a team of passionate people driven to keep the councils fleet moving.You will be required to Inspect and maintain Authority’s fleet of vehicles, hired vehicles, plant and equipment; and to undertake all mechanical and electrical repairs to DVSA and manufactures standards in line with Council’s policies and the guide to maintaining road worthiness. Repair and maintain the Authority’s refuse vehicles, sweepers and gritting vehicles including all mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems, in accordance with the manufactures recommendations. Work to schedule of rates contract times and record all necessary documentation required in line with the Authority’s procedures.You will also have the opportunity to develop your own career, surrounded by a team of passionate people driven to keep the councils fleet moving.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Relevant Knowledge of HGV MOT standards.</li><li>A Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example, NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Goods maintenance.</li><li>A proven record of working on HGV vehicles, light commercials and working with municipal vehicles.</li><li>A Full driving licence for vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes (3,500kg), Large Vehicles Category C or C+E, or willing to obtain following appointment within 12 months.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence to drive Council Vehicles.</li></ul>-We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vernon Oak on 07394097435 or email <a href="mailto:oakv@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">oakv@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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