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




<h1>Customer Service Advisor</h1>




Starting Salary: AG2 - £25,583-£27,254 per annum&nbsp;with the opportunity to progress within the role once fully trained
Full time - 37 hours per week - between 9am-5pm - Monday to Friday.
Part time hours minimum of 30 hours per week.&nbsp;
Contract- Permanent
Location: Leek &amp; Buxton
An exciting opportunity to come and work for the Customer Services Team within the Alliance of High Peak Borough Council and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council,
As a Customer Service Advisor you will be the first point of contact for customers across the High Peak and Staffordshire Moorlands by dealing with a wide range of customer enquires for all Council services via a variety of access channels (contact centre, face to face, email and correspondence).
The successful candidate will have call centre experience along with experience of delivering high quality customer service to internal and external customers with excellent communication skills and good IT experience of Microsoft packages.
For an informal discussion regarding this job please contact: Karen Lomas (Head of Customer Services) -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:karen.lomas@highpeak.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.lomas@highpeak.gov.uk</a>

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The Staffordshire Health, Safety and Wellbeing Service is a dynamic team of professionals specialising in health and safety, fire safety, and occupational health. We provide responsive, supportive advice, guidance, and training to council services, schools, and academies as part of our traded offer. Our team is innovative, creative, and motivated, continually striving to develop health and safety standards across our organisation.We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our service. You will play a key role in driving the health and safety culture forward within a varied work environment, offering both responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact across a broad range of services.You will advise, monitor, and provide practical support to council services. This role will include advising on the risk management arrangements around social care including residential, community care and commissioned provider activities, alongside other general health and safety support to traded customers and partners.This role is based out of Staffordshire Place but will work across the county at customer locations to suit business needs. &nbsp;It is a full time role working Monday to Friday. As part of the role you will act as Forward Control Officer in emergency situations and may on occasion be called out of hours to assist with such duties.Main Responsibilities The main responsibilities of this role include:<ul><li>Provide professional health, safety, and wellbeing advice and guidance to County Council Service Managers partnership organisations and customers.</li><li>Carry out health, safety, and wellbeing audits and produce detailed reports.</li><li>Promote risk assessment principles and active accident prevention.</li><li>Advise on risk management arrangements for our Health and Care teams and services.</li><li>Contribute to continuously improving standards in line with legislative changes and best practice.</li><li>Assist and support managers with the development and monitoring of health and safety in their teams.</li><li>Deliver and assist in the development of training across all aspects of health and safety.</li><li>Act as the key advisor to nominated areas of responsibility (service, business unit,).</li><li>Lead or participate in allocated project work.<ul><li>Act as the duty officer for the service on a rota basis, providing first point of contact advice to all customers and reviewing incident&nbsp; reports submitted.</li></ul></li></ul>The Ideal Candidate We are looking for you to meet the following requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Hold a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification.</li><li>Have corporate membership of IOSH.</li><li>Have comprehensive experience in a health and safety role.</li><li>Have experience of working in social care, health settings or similar relevant experience.</li><li>Have experience in audits, inspections, accident investigations, and implementing health and safety policies and procedures.</li><li>Be skilled in delivering health and safety training.</li><li>Be effective communicators, able to influence and use initiative to ensure compliance and continual improvement in a complex environment.</li><li>Be able to drive as travel across Staffordshire and occasionally outside the county is part of the role.</li></ul>Interviews will be held during the week starting 9th February&nbsp;For an informal chat about the role please contact Becky Lee, Head of Health, Safety &amp; Wellbeing atbecky.lee<a href="mailto:xxx@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">@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;

Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? Brandon Wood Farm is a day opportunity for adults with a learning disability, autism and/or complex needs, located on the border of Coventry and Warwickshire. We support people that may not be able to access community activities due to their complex needs and behaviours. This is why the unique tranquil spacious setting gives us the opportunity to support people who are sensitive to sensory overload.Our garden areas allow service users to grow vegetables, fruit and plants. We also have a small number of farm animals that service users/staff care for. Additionally, we have some indoor groups that will require your imagination and planning skills.We are currently recruiting for a position offering 24, 29 and 30 hours per week spread across four weekdays, within the service hours of 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM.Please note that the service can be difficult to get to if you are not a car driver. Service is not on a bus route.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? You will need to be able to spend most of the day on your feet, enjoy working outdoors in all weathers, have a flexible, patient, and non-judgemental approach to your work, be able to use influencing skills, and able to demonstrate and adapt excellent communication skills.In further detail, your key duties and responsibilities will be to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Able to appropriately support individuals who may sometimes display behaviour that challenges the service.</li><li>Able to identify and respond to the changing needs of people who use services and communicate this or any areas of concern to the appropriate person.</li><li>Able to support individuals/groups to care for animals at Brandon Wood Farm</li><li>Always treat the person with dignity and respect, and involve them in the decision-making about their support.</li></ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview dates: 19th of November&nbsp;About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Senior Support Assistant

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Although we’re already rated as ‘Good’ by OFSTED, we’re determined to uphold the highest standards and drive continual improvement and learning. That’s why we’ve recently gone through an exciting transformation, underpinned by a restorative practice model, which focuses on keeping families together through a community-based approach. If you’ve not worked in this way before, don’t worry – we’ll give you full training to bring you up to speed.Working with us means collaborating&nbsp;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.We know you’ll want to continually develop in your role and potentially progress your career and that why we have created a great training and development opportunities ensuring your individual growth here at Staffordshire.This post is fixed term for 12 months.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities Our Family Practitioners are key workers for the children and families we support. In this role you’ll be:<ul><li>leading on early help assessments and plans</li><li>working together with social workers to support children in need, children on child protection plans and children in care</li><li>contributing to parenting assessments, supporting mediation, crisis prevention, conflict resolution and Life Story Work</li><li>supporting on the completion of accurate documentation, reports and records relating to work you do with children, young people and their families</li></ul>And through all this great work you do, you’ll be supporting children and families, with a restorative practice approach, helping them stay together where possible.The Ideal Candidate You’ll need to:<ul><li>Have an NVQ Level 3 related to working with children and families OR relevant experience working with children and families</li><li>Be flexible with working hours as there will be occasions where evening work may be needed, and we’d need you to work 1 in every 7 weekends</li><li>Have a current UK driving licence and vehicle</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 this role, please contact Lynne Nelson, Family Practitioner Lead, on <a href="mailto:lynne.nelson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">lynne.nelson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:rehan.sadiq@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">rehan.sadiq@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Interviews will be held Thursday 15th January 2026.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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The Planning and Performance Directorate is at the heart of the City Council, helping us drive performance and understand how we can best meet the diverse needs of our residents and deliver effective services.&nbsp;We are leading the use of data and technology to support the Council's work, exploring how improved data and technology can enhance our processes and make it easier for residents to access the support they need. The Performance and Insights Team champions a culture of better decisions using data, evidence and engagement across the city and the Council. The Performance and Insights team consists of over twenty analysts brought together from around the organisation with different backgrounds and skills to support services to deliver data-driven change.We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create an inclusive workplace culture, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.Our Values are:<ul><li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li><li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li><li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li><li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li><li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li><li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li></ul>What is the job role? We’re on a mission to become a fully data‑driven council — and we want you to be part of it. As a Data Apprentice, you’ll help turn raw information into insights that genuinely shape the lives of Coventry residents.You’ll join a dynamic, curious and innovative team where no two days look the same. Expect to collaborate with analysts, technical specialists and community‑focused teams while building your skills from the ground up.You’ll learn how to:<ul><li>Work with colleagues and partners to understand what data they need</li><li>Team up with technical experts to create real solutions</li><li>Build dashboards and visuals that anyone can understand</li><li>Turn messy datasets into clear, meaningful stories</li><li>Support insight work that shapes services for new and existing communities</li></ul>This apprenticeship is hands‑on, purpose‑driven and perfect for anyone who wants to start a career in data while creating real impact.You will undertake the Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship standard. Further information for this apprenticeship can be found on: <a href="https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0118-v1-1" target="_blank">Data analyst / Skills England</a>This apprenticeship role is a fixed-term contract for 24 months in line with the length of the apprenticeship trainingAll candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? You’ll smash this role if you:<ul><li>Enjoy problem‑solving and exploring data from different angles</li><li>Can communicate clearly — whether that’s writing, presenting or breaking down complex info</li><li>&nbsp;Work well with others and can build positive relationships</li><li>Can stay focused and deliver in a fast‑moving environment</li></ul>Have a passionate and interest in data and ready to learn about PowerBI, Python, R or SQL&nbsp; &nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Closing date: 11 January 2026 Pre-interview&nbsp;and assessment date (via Microsoft Teams)*: 21 January 2026 Interview date(s) (Face-to-face): 30 January 2026 or 6 February 2026* The pre-interview is a short session to give the candidates further details of the apprenticeship role and to help them understand what to expect from and how to prepare for the final interview.&nbsp;Age at start of Apprenticeship 16-18: GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent e.g. Functional Skills Level 2.If not, you will be required to complete Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English as part of the apprenticeship.Age at start of Apprenticeship 19+: &nbsp;GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, e.g. Functional Skills Level 2.If not, you must achieve a minimum of Functional Skills Entry Level 3 as part of the assessment process.You will be given the option to undertake Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and/or English should you wish.&nbsp;Did you know that there is support available to help you with your application?If you would like support in completing your application or have any questions about our recruitment and selection processes, help is available at The Job Shop.We would recommend that all applicants take advantage of this service in order to maximise the chances of being shortlisted.Address: West Orchard Way, Coventry CV1 1FY Phone: 024 7678 5740 Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">jobshop@coventry.gov.uk</a> Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop" target="_blank">http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop</a>About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards &amp; benefits package which includes:<ul><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>An outstanding local government pension scheme</li><li>Great opportunities to develop with access to accredited courses.</li><li>Access to an award-winning Occupational Health Service</li><li>Salary Sacrifice Scheme</li></ul>

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Project Delivery Officer

Grade H: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum

Post Number: CH109

Permanent - 37 Hours per week

Benefits to you:
<ul>
<li>Essential Car User Allowance</li>
<li>26 days holiday rising to 31 days after 5 years of continuous service </li>
<li>Flexitime Scheme</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounted Leisure Centre Membership</li>
<li>Cycle Scheme</li>
<li>Free Car Parking</li>
</ul>

Join our team as a Project Delivery Officer!

It’s an exciting time to join the Assets Team at Cannock Chase District Council. We’re looking for a Project Delivery Officer to lead key housing projects, ensuring our homes are safe, comfortable, and well-maintained.
If you’re someone who takes ownership, solves problems, and wants to see the real impact of your work, this is a great opportunity to step up.
You will be part of a close-knit, professional team that’s passionate about delivering a first-class service for our residents. This is a new role, giving you the autonomy to help shape how we deliver our services. It’s not just a desk job—you’ll be out there making a real difference.
About Us:

Cannock Chase Council currently manages a housing portfolio of approximately 5,100 properties. We are proud to deliver both a new build programme and a planned investment programme of over £8m to repair and improve existing housing stock in order to provide a quality service and outcome for our residents.
Our relatively small stock skirts the edge of the fantastic National Landscape, Cannock Chase. We have recently secured funding to improve Cannock town centre which will compliment the West Midlands Designer Outlet Village situated a 5 minute drive away.
Cannock Chase Council are committed to the climate emergency and have ambitious plans to significantly reduce carbon emmisions and improve energy efficiency.
What you will be doing:

A typical day for you could include:
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<li>Delivering major housing projects—from external refurbishments to kitchen and bathroom upgrades, disabled adaptations, and retrofit schemes.</li>
<li>Keeping projects on track—managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards.</li>
<li>Liaising with contractors, legal teams, compliance officers, and internal departments to ensure efficient and compliant project delivery.</li>
<li>Carrying out site inspections—monitoring contractor performance and resolving any issues.</li>
<li>Engaging with customers—keeping them informed and ensuring minimal disruption during works.</li>
</ul>
You will play a key role in delivering safe, comfortable, affordable, and sustainable homes for our customers. You will be actively supported to network with other social housing providers and construction professionals.
About You:

We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, who is self-motivated with a “can do” attitude.
Essential requirements for this role include:
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<li>Experience managing projects in housing, construction, or a related field.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of working within an environment delivering planned maintenance and upgrade works.</li>
<li>A strong understanding of building compliance and safety (fire safety, gas, electrical, asbestos, damp &amp; mould, etc.).</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving skills – you’ll be making decisions and keeping projects moving.</li>
<li>Good communication and IT skills – you’ll be recording and reporting key project details.</li>
<li>A minimum of HNC Level or equivalent qualification in a Construction or Building related subject.</li>
<li>GCSE’s in Mathematics and English at Grade C or above or equivalent vocational or academic experience.</li>
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STRICTLY NO AGENCIES, RECRUITERS OR MARKETING AGENCIES.
For an informal discussion please contact Elliott Norwood, Assistant Manager (Assets) on 01543 464244.

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 CH109.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 11th January 2026.

Interviews will be held from Monday 19th January 2026.

THE COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

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Housing AssistantPermanent, 37 hours per week£26,824 - £31,022 per annum (depending on skills and experience)This is an exciting opportunity to join the Shared Housing Service working for both Wychavon and Malvern Hills District Council/s as a Housing Assistant, supporting the Strategic Housing Team. This role is a permanent role, 37 hours working from Monday through to Friday. The successful candidate will need to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment dealing with customer enquiries and liaising with external agencies.The ability to use all Microsoft packages would be advantageous.About youThe successful candidate will:<ul><li>Hold a GCSE in Maths and English at Grade C or above (or equivalent qualification)</li><li>Have a strong customer focus and be able to adapt their behaviour to communicate with the customer in a way that suits the customer’s needs</li><li>Be able to use Microsoft programmes, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Sharepoint</li><li>Assist either Housing Options, Private Sector Housing or the Strategic Housing Teams to undertake administrative duties</li><li>Maintain the computerised systems used by the Housing Service</li><li>Actively promote services available to the public/stakeholders and keep information up to date</li><li>Provide advice to members of the public in respect of all aspects of Housing. This could be via telephone, email, web forms, in person or home visits.</li><li>Support the Principal Housing Officers to effectively monitor service delivery and report performance on a quarterly basis.</li><li>Submit government returns for various aspects of the Housing Service on the Governments central portal – DELTA.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of reports.</li><li>Attend Council meetings and meetings with statutory/voluntary agencies as required.</li><li>Raise purchase orders when services are purchased, raise invoices when the Local Authority is charging for services, and processing invoices for payment.</li><li>Raise sundry debtor accounts and monitor payments, to ensure effective use of Council funds.</li><li>The ability to undertake site and home inspections. Full driving license and access to a car is required.</li></ul>What we can offerOur staff are at the heart of what we do and are key to ensuring we deliver our We are Wychavon District Council plan (attached) to make a positive difference to our communities, our economy and our environment. We are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we can find. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:<ul><li>Agile Working</li><li>Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Committed training programme and development opportunities</li><li>Onsite nursery with 20% staff discount</li><li>Discounted Gym and swim membership</li><li>Health and Wellbeing support and a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling services</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Employee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount scheme.</li></ul>To discuss the post or for further information, please contact Rachael Tooth, Principal Housing Officer on 07773 642 862 or email <a href="mailto:rachael.tooth@wychavon.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachael.tooth@wychavon.gov.uk</a>.Please note: Wychavon District Council does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.Closing date: Sunday 25 January 2026Interview date: Thursday 5 February 2026Please note if we experience a high intake of applications, we may close the role and interview for the position sooner than advertised.

Housing Assistant

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Civil Enforcement OfficerPermanent contract,37 Hours per week worked on a rota basis£28,598 - £31,022 per annumWychavon District Council operates a range of parking services in the Wychavon area, as well as providing services to other local district councils. We currently have a vacancy in the team for a Civil Enforcement Officer.Duties of a Civil Enforcement Officer:<ul><li>Issuing penalty charge notices to vehicles parked in contravention of the Traffic Regulation Orders for On-Street locations in the Wychavon district and in the Off-Street car parks.</li><li>Work is completed mainly on foot and will involve moving between sites.</li><li>Patrolling the local areas to maintain good traffic flow.</li><li>Undertake ticket machine checks and assist people in the community to use our facilities.</li><li>Make a difference to the way people can use and access parking spaces.</li><li>Work flexibly on a rota basis, covering a variety of shifts including weekend and bank holiday working.</li></ul>About youThe successful candidate will:<ul><li>Have a good standard of education with qualifications in English and Mathematics.</li><li>Be highly motivated with good interpersonal skills and be able to handle sensitive (and sometimes confrontational) situations confidently and calmly in a professional manner.</li><li>Have good communication skills and an ability to work on your own initiative.</li><li>Be able to travel and patrol around the district and outlying villages is essential, and you will need to have access to and use of a vehicle to carry out these patrols (business use insurance for your vehicle will be required).</li><li>Be working outside alone in all weathers and walking for long periods, (seven or more hours per day).</li><li>Need to be able to work on a rota basis and cover a variety of shifts including weekends.</li><li>Be able to undertake other duties as required and provide support to other local areas when needed.</li><li>Have experience in a similar role or in customer service, retail and hospitality.</li></ul>What we can offer Our staff are at the heart of what we do and are key to ensuring we deliver our We are Wychavon District Council plan (attached) to make a positive difference to our communities, our economy and our environment. We are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we can find. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:<ul><li>Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Committed training programme and development opportunities</li><li>Onsite nursery with 20% staff discount</li><li>Discounted Gym and swim membership</li><li>Health and Wellbeing support and a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling services</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Employee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount scheme. </li></ul>Please note:Wychavon District Council does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.To discuss the post or for further information, please call Laura Taylor on 01386 565243Closing date: Sunday 25 January 2026Interview date: Friday 6 February 2026Please note if we experience a high intake of applications, we may close the role and interview for the position sooner than advertised.

Civil Enforcement Officer

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Are you looking for an exciting development opportunity in the Council in the Flood Risk Management Team?You will have the opportunity to work across a wide range of disciplines including, Highways, Planning, Environmental and Emergency Planning disciplines and with various external partners.Our Flood Risk Service has a proven track record and is nationally recognised for its work and excellent achievement of delivering priorities including the provision of a flood risk management service to a number of neighbouring Lead Local Flood Authorities.We are a Lead Local Flood Authority and provide a number of flood-related functions including providing statutory responses to planning applications, undertaking flood investigations, land drainage consents and scheme/project delivery. We act as the lead and co-ordinating body to reduce flood risk to residents and businesses within Staffordshire.&nbsp;This role is largely about undertaking the role of Flood Risk Planning Officer - under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010Working from our Lichfield Highways, Trent Valley Road Lichfield, WS13 6EUMain Responsibilities Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Planning Advice: Acting as a statutory consultee, providing formal technical advice on planning applications to ensure developments are safe from flood risk.</li><li>Strategy &amp; Policy: Developing and delivering local flood risk management strategies and Surface Water Management Plans.</li><li>Flood Investigations: Investigating significant flood incidents and outlining solutions with other authorities.</li><li>Technical Advice: Offering expert guidance on drainage, flood risk, and nature-based solutions to internal teams (e.g., Highways) and external partners.</li><li>Acting on behalf of the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) by preparing formal written responses, attending committee meetings, and engaging with developers, landowners, and members of the public</li><li>Development advice: Experience in assessing sites in regards to flood risk and potential sustainable drainage options.&nbsp;</li><li>Pre-Application advice: Delivering pre-application development advice to developers, Landowners&nbsp;</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have experience of the day to day delivery of flood risk services and working with other partner organisations and highway services to promote joined up and efficient flood risk management, together with:<ul><li>Knowledge and understanding of the administrative, statutory and legal procedures relating to highway, planning, land drainage and flood risk management</li><li>Experience and use of drainage and flood risk mapping&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent knowledge of policies &amp; design standards in relation to flood risk management and drainage systems.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience working with Local Authorities, Environment Agency, Water Companies; handling public queries; engaging with general public, landowners, Council members.</li><li>Knowledge and experience reviewing planning applications and commenting</li><li>Knowledge concerning The National Standards for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)</li><li>Knowledge of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)</li><li>Knowledge of the Planning Practice Guidance (PPG)</li><li>Knowledge of industry Software &amp; Best Practice: e.g.Drainage Design Packages</li></ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;Interviews will be held during the week commencing 26th January 2026.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 Andrew Brett, Principal Flood Risk Engineer (Acting Flood Risk Manager) at: <a href="mailto:andrew.brett@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrew.brett@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;

Flood Risk Planning and Projects Officer

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Employment &amp; Skills Service is part of Coventry City Council.&nbsp; We work with a range of delivery partners to provide a wide portfolio of&nbsp;top quality&nbsp;support to Coventry residents&nbsp;of all ages who are looking for work.&nbsp;&nbsp;We work with partners across the city and our Employer Hub actively works with local employers to generate opportunities for local people.&nbsp;Our friendly and welcoming Job Shop is situated in Coventry City Centre.&nbsp;We are here to support all Coventry residents to search for employment, training, apprenticeships and work placements.&nbsp;&nbsp;People can explore a wide range of local vacancies that are updated daily and access training opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;We also provide&nbsp;ground-breaking&nbsp;specialist support for&nbsp;local residents&nbsp;who face multiple and sometimes complex barriers that make it hard for them to find a job.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Job Shop and our exciting range of specialist employment support programmes are among the very best support available in the UK&nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing service and make a difference to the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).‘Changing Futures Together’ is part of the Job Shop’s employment service and has been developed to make a difference to the lives of young people with barriers, helping them to develop their employment skills and progress into meaningful, sustainable and good quality employment. We work in partnership with the Council’s SEND team to ensure our customers have better choice and control, good quality support and the opportunity to progress through a range of employment pathways. We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism/neurodiverse, physical disabilities and people who face major barriers when it comes to gaining employment.&nbsp;As our Employment Link Officer, you will be responsible for leading on Supported Internships and employer engagement, creating an extensive network of employers in order to develop a wide range of employment related opportunities. This includes workplace visits, work experience placements, supported internship placements, inclusive apprenticeships and paid employment opportunities.&nbsp;You will work as an integrated member of the team alongside our Supported Employment Manager and Study Programme Manager. You will work closely with our existing employer partners, schools, colleges and a wide range of other partners to ensure that the opportunities you develop match the needs of the individuals we support. &nbsp;You will line manage Job Coaches who have their own caseloads to ensure that the young people we support have secure transitions when they leave us. You will ensure that our employers receive outstanding support and that any issues are addressed promptly and effectively.You will play a key role in ensuring that we provide high quality person-centred support and that the service operates in line with the Supported Employment Model.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? You will be committed to Equality and Inclusion and fundamentally believe that everyone has the right to be part of and contribute to the economy. You will believe that given the right opportunity and support, everyone can make a positive contribution and have a meaningful and fulfilling life.You will be outgoing with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire others. You will be able to develop and sustain strong relationships and utilise these to influence and negotiate opportunities.You will have experience of supported employment, understanding the needs of employers and the business case for employing a diverse workforce and be able to utilise this knowledge to develop a broad range of opportunities.You will thrive on new challenges and be self-motivated with a can-do approach, able to work effectively on your own and as part of a&nbsp;team as well as travel independently to a variety of locations.You will have excellent communications and IT skills and be able to effectively communicate with a wide range of people both verbally and in writing.&nbsp;For further information or to discuss the role during the Christmas period, please contact Giles Holmes: <a href="mailto:Giles.Holmes@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Giles.Holmes@coventry.gov.uk</a>Please be aware that the service will be closed between Christmas and the new year, after which date you can contact Hannah Rogers for more information:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;07534 280 586.&nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): Thursday 15th January at The Job Shop. The interview will consist of a face-to-face panel interview and a presentation.About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant, and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Employment Link Officer - SEND

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Coventry’s Rough Sleeping Team has grown significantly over recent years and now supports people experiencing homelessness at every stage of their housing journey. We help individuals move indoors and work with them to prevent further homelessness once they have secured accommodation. Our team supports people with a wide range of needs, often involving complex and challenging circumstances.We recognise that for some individuals, returning to rough sleeping can be a recurring experience. We are committed to breaking this cycle by providing more effective and sustainable supported accommodation.As part of our expanding team of Outreach and Accommodation Workers, the new Senior Accommodation Worker (RSOT) will be responsible for managing a new 15‑room Supported Accommodation house and leading a team of four Support Workers.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? The Senior Accommodation Worker (RSOT) will lead the day‑to‑day operation of a new 15‑room Supported Accommodation house, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centred support for individuals transitioning away from rough sleeping. The post holder will manage and support a team of four Support Workers, providing guidance, supervision, and direction to ensure consistent and effective practice.The role involves working closely with residents to stabilise their accommodation, develop independent living skills, and access the services they need to sustain long‑term housing. You will also support the development of improved pathways into accommodation, strengthen partnership working with internal and external agencies, and ensure accurate monitoring of outcomes and progress. This is a frontline leadership role requiring strong organisational skills, sound professional judgement, and a commitment to improving outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.&nbsp;The role sits within a wider supportive team, providing street outreach and accommodation support All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? We are seeking a motivated and resilient individual with experience of working with rough sleepers or people with multiple and complex needs. You will bring a calm, professional approach and the ability to build constructive relationships with individuals who may have experienced trauma, instability, or repeated homelessness.The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, the ability to support and guide a small team, and confidence in managing challenging situations. You will be an effective communicator, able to work collaboratively with a wide range of partners, and capable of developing creative solutions to help individuals move towards sustained accommodation. If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 30/01/2026&nbsp;About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Senior Rough Sleeping Outreach Worker

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.We are a dynamic Financial Management Team responsible for providing a diverse range of functions to drive the Council to fulfil its transformational journey We deliver the full range of financial management and accounting services to facilitate effective delivery of services to support the people of Coventry and deliver projects which are redefining the infrastructure of the city.Working flexibly with internal officers and external partners we aim to ensure finance is at the heart of everything that the Council does.The organisation has a high expectation of our service, and we will continue to support and develop our staff to have the skills to deliver a quality service.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? Are you passionate about public service? Coventry is forward thinking and a community focused City, and we are looking for an experienced finance professional with the technical skills and enthusiasm to take a lead role in our Finance team.As a Lead Accountant you will:<ul><li>Act as a primary financial business link with service leads and provide strategic financial support and advice to enable effective financial planning and management. &nbsp;You will collaborate with project teams and the wider Council to explore challenges and identify opportunities, create initiatives that will financially benefit the Council and become a proactive and supportive financial advisor.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the strategic vision of the One Coventry Plan, through reviewing new proposals and undertaking formal investment appraisals to assess the financial viability of future projects and initiatives.</li><li>Contribute to the financial management and provision of advice to large projects from both a capital and revenue perspective to support the city’s transformational ambitions.</li><li>In addition, you will provide expert financial guidance for several strategic initiatives and programme boards.</li></ul>All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? We are looking for a&nbsp;fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CCAB or CIMA) with experience of working in a challenging financial environment who can:&nbsp;<ul><li>Work strategically with various stakeholders including directors, service managers, auditors, and external partners to build, maintain and promote effective working relationships.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure including meeting unpredictable deadlines and dealing with conflicting demands.</li><li>Develop and interpret complex financial models to inform financial analysis and subsequently present a compelling rationale for the recommended options in the form of reports and presentations.&nbsp;</li><li>Promote value for money and efficiency throughout all areas of the Council’s operation and to look for commercial opportunities and innovation both in the operation of the finance function and in the activities of relevant service areas / projects.</li></ul>We value and respect the diversity of our team and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. Currently within our middle-management team, people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented and as a result we would like to encourage people from minority ethnic backgrounds to apply for this post.&nbsp;We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or who are neuro diverse.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 3rd-4th February 2026About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Lead Accountant

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

At Coventry City Council, we are embarking on an incredible journey to create a brighter future for Coventry's children. As a 'Good' Local Authority, we believe in pushing boundaries and delivering excellence for children and families. Our vision is clear, and our social workers are unwavering in their commitment to putting children and families at the centre of their practice.&nbsp;

Be part of our inspiring team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Coventry's children. Together, let's create a nurturing environment where every child's potential can flourish.
Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? We are excited to be recruiting to our Reunification Children and Families Worker role within our Child in Care Service.The post holder will be responsible for contributing to and working with parents where we are undertaking a reunification assessment or considering undertaking a reunification assessment. This will involve direct parenting work and assessment. This post will also include direct work with children, including wishes and feelings work and life story work.&nbsp;This role will require the post holder to have conversations about parenting capacity, safety, their child’s needs and to discuss factors such as drug and alcohol use, experiences of domestic abuse and many other sensitive issues. The post holder will be required to present with compassion, empathy and understanding.The post holder will be required to have relevant experiences within this area of work, demonstrating knowledge, skills and abilities aligned with the job specification.We are very proud of our relational approach to working with children and families and believe that every child should be enabled to reach their full potential. If you share these values, then we would encourage you to apply.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? You will believe in providing a high-quality service that ensures that the child is at the heart of everything we do. You will need to have a positive attitude and the ability to work in a solution focussed way with families. You will be a good team player who is passionate about identifying appropriate interventions for children and families.Previous applicants need not apply for this role.&nbsp;Interviews will be held on 28th January 2026 only.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 28th January 2026 About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Children and Families Worker - Reunification

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a GOOD fostering agency in the pivotal role of Fostering Administrator and Birmingham Foster Carer Association (BFCA) Coordinator. This post is a full-time post that is split between being the part time coordinator for BFCA who an independent charity working alongside Birmingham Fostering Agency in ensuring our foster carers have support and advice. The remaining hours will be working part-time for Birmingham fostering agency as an Administrator. You will providing business support services to the dual role.The applicant should have excellent organisational, communication, and administrative skills. The role will require good communication with foster carers, professionals, and stakeholders. It is an advantage for a candidate to understand the role of a foster carer and/or has experience of supporting committees or charities.Both aspects of the role will require someone with various skills in IT literacy such as word, excel, publisher, etc. They will also need to be competent in completing tasks ranging from supporting with placement requests, organising buddy groups, maintaining spreadsheets, writing correspondence, creating newsletters and social media content, minute taking, coordinating agendas, progress tracking, and communicating with all of Birmingham foster carers.This is a Hybrid model of remote working which involves working a minimum of 2 days per week in our offices based at either Aston or Stirchley. About You…. You will be a ‘can-do' person who is passionate about high quality service delivery and performance. You will be able to work effectively within a dedicated team environment, be customer focused and able to deliver the role with a flexible approach.Key skills we will be looking for:<ul> <li> Excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills.</li> <li> Relational and positive approach.</li> <li> An ability to support meetings, including booking rooms, the provision of note taking and recording and tracking of actions.</li> <li> Attention to detail with an ability to work accurately e.g. literacy and numeracy</li> <li> Ability to work on own initiative with a pro-active approach to all tasks to ensure business objectives are met</li> <li> An ability to work flexibly as part of a diverse team environment.</li></ul> For informal discussion on the role please contact Paulette Hunte, Assistant Head of Service or Joanne Boddison, Team Manager.<a href="mailto:Paulette.hunte@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Paulette.hunte@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a><a href="mailto:Joanne.boddison@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Joanne.boddison@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>Closing date for this recruitment campaign is 15th January 2026 BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Birmingham Children's Trust

Fostering Administrator / BFCA Co-ordinator

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. &nbsp;We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.&nbsp;We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. &nbsp;We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, dance, exercise, fitness and family learning. &nbsp;In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.Our work-based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas:&nbsp;<ul><li>Nursery Workers</li><li>Teaching Assistants</li><li>Leadership/Management; and&nbsp;</li><li>Customer Care.&nbsp;</li></ul>We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop.&nbsp;Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry. &nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? What is the job role?Lead Tutor – ILEEP (Inclusive Learning, Engagement and Employability Skills Programme for adults with learning disabilities or difficulties)Skills, Employment &amp; Adult Education Service Permanent PositionAre you an experienced and passionate educator looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking dedicated Lead Tutor to join our ILEEP team and play a key role in delivering life-changing learning opportunities for adults&nbsp;with learning disabilities or difficulties.This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver high-quality learning programmes that empower learners to achieve their personal, educational, and employment goals. Working closely with the Delivery Manager, you will support the coordination of our provision, ensuring that both learners and staff receive the highest standards of support.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Lead the delivery of engaging and impactful learning programmes.</li><li>Coordinate curriculum planning and ensure high-quality teaching across the ILEEP Programme.</li><li>Line manage Learning Support Assistants and support the management of tutors.</li><li>Mentor and coach tutors to enhance teaching practice and learner outcomes.</li><li>Contribute to quality assurance, continuous improvement, and programme development.</li><li>Support learners to progress confidently toward their goals.</li></ul>Why Join Us?You’ll be part of a forward-thinking service dedicated to supporting individuals through education, skills development, and employment pathways. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day while developing your own leadership and professional skills. Who are we looking for? <h2>Lead Tutor – Supporting Inclusive Learning, Engagement and Employability Skills</h2>Adults with Learning Disabilities or DifficultiesRight to Work requirement: We cannot offer sponsorship for this role.<h3>About the Role</h3>We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and committed Lead Tutor to join our forward-thinking service. You will play a key role in supporting adults with learning disabilities or difficulties to develop their skills, achieve their goals, and progress into further education, training, or employment.As an inspiring educator with strong teaching experience ideally within adult education you will bring a genuine commitment to inclusive learning. This leadership-focused role involves supporting tutors, coordinating high-quality curriculum delivery, and working closely with Learning Support Assistants to ensure every learner receives the guidance and support they need.<h3>Who We’re Looking For</h3>We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate:<ul><li>Strong teaching experience, preferably within adult LDD settings</li><li>A clear commitment to inclusive education and learner success</li><li>Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills</li><li>A collaborative approach with the ability to inspire learners and colleagues</li><li>Confidence in supporting learners with diverse and complex needs</li><li>The Right to Work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)</li><li>Willingness to undergo a DBS check (this post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)</li></ul><h3>Why Join Us?</h3>You’ll be part of a progressive and supportive service dedicated to improving lives through education, skills development, and employment pathways. This is a rewarding role where you can make a meaningful daily impact while continuing to develop your leadership and professional practice.<h3> </h3><h3>Our Commitment to Fair Recruitment</h3>In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance (effective from 1 September 2022), online searches may form part of our pre-employment checks.If you need assistance completing your application, please visit our accessibility page for information about available support.<h3> </h3><h3>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</h3>As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews to applicants who meet the minimum criteria and identify as one of the following:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces or veterans</li><li>Individuals currently in care or with care experience</li><li>Disabled people or those with long-term health conditions</li></ul>For full details of the application process, please see the document “Coventry City Council Application Process” on our jobs page.<h3> </h3><h3>Key Dates</h3><ul><li>Shortlisting: Friday 16 January 2026</li><li>Interviews: Thursday 22nd January 2026</li></ul>About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Lead Tutor

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. &nbsp;We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.&nbsp;We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. &nbsp;We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, dance, exercise, fitness and family learning. &nbsp;In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.Our work-based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas:&nbsp;<ul><li>Nursery Workers</li><li>Teaching Assistants</li><li>Leadership/Management; and&nbsp;</li><li>Customer Care.&nbsp;</li></ul>We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop.&nbsp;Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry. &nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? Job Role: Full time, permanent Family Learning Facilitator post&nbsp;The role is to support the of delivery of Family Learning programmes across Coventry as part of the Skills, Employment &amp; Adult Education Service.As a Family Learning Facilitator, you will:<ul><li>Work alongside Family Learning tutors and the Delivery Manager to deliver engaging sessions for parents, carers, and children.</li><li>Support programmes that strengthen family relationships and help parents support their children’s learning and development.</li><li>Assist with planning sessions, preparing resources, and supporting learners during activities.</li><li>Deliver a&nbsp;range of provision, including:<ul><li>Parenting and relational programmes</li><li>Stay-and-play sessions</li><li>Baby massage</li><li>Curriculum-based sessions to support understanding of primary education</li><li>Emerging programmes such as early communication, art-based learning, and outdoor learning</li></ul></li><li>Work in community venues and in partnership with local organisations.</li><li>Help engage disadvantaged families and increase participation from male carers.</li><li>Support both one-off workshops and longer programmes (e.g. 10-week courses).</li></ul>Overall, the role suits someone enthusiastic, supportive, and passionate about community education and family support, who enjoys helping families build skills, confidence, and positive relationships.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? We are seeking a passionate, adaptable, and committed team player with experience in educational or community settings to help deliver engaging Family Learning activities. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the barriers adults may face in education and a genuine commitment to supporting learners to overcome these challenges.You will have experience working with children and/or families and either possess, or be willing to develop, an understanding of the Early Years or Primary curriculum. A commitment to learning through play is essential. You should be confident in facilitating learning sessions, preparing appropriate resources, and supporting individual learner needs to enable progress.Strong communication and organisational skills are required, along with a willingness to engage in ongoing professional development. You must be committed to promoting equality, diversity, and safeguarding in all aspects of your work. Relevant subject qualifications, along with Level 2 English and maths, are essential.In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, an additional pre-employment check will be carried out from 1 September 2022, which may include an online search as part of the recruitment process.If you require assistance to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page for further support.<h3>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</h3>As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews to applicants who meet the minimum role requirements and identify with one of the following groups:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces or veterans</li><li>Individuals who are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>Individuals who consider themselves to be disabled or who have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process, please refer to the document titled “Coventry City Council Application Process” on our jobs page. Please note that applications found to have been completed using AI may be rejected unless a reasonable justification is provided and accepted by the Council.Short Listing: Thursday 8th January 2026Interviews: Monday 12th January 2026About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Life Skills Facilitator (citywide/peripatetic)

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

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

In our Professional Support Service, you'll play a vital role, supporting Children’s Services on an administrative basis, you'll contribute significantly to Children’s Services, ensuring positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families. Join our passionate and dedicated team, and together, let's make a meaningful impact on the lives of Coventry's children!&nbsp;
Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? Come and join us and be part of the Professional Support Service – an administrative team that makes a positive difference in supporting Children’s Services daily!We are at the heart of Children’s Services in Coventry, working with colleagues at all levels across the service to contribute to positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable Children and Families across the City.&nbsp;We are looking for people with potential, enthusiasm, a flexible approach and ready to develop their knowledge &amp; skills. We value commitment and efficiency in action, a willingness to take the initiative and a mind open to new challenges.&nbsp;In this role, you will be providing administrative support to 8 Family Hubs across the City and therefore need to be flexible to travel to different locations as required. You will be responsible for effective front desk support, greeting visitors, handling calls, managing bookings, inputting and updating electronic management recording systems and other tasks as appropriate.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? We are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Is a self-starter</li><li>Has strong organisational and time management skills</li><li>Thrives in a busy and diverse environment</li><li>Has great attention to detail along with excellent written and verbal communication skills</li></ul>Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you! Contact us for an informal discussion about the role on <a href="mailto:Abigail.curran2@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Abigail.curran2@coventry.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Debbie.shield@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Debbie.shield@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable. About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Operational Support Assistant

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

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

In our Professional Support Service, you'll play a vital role, supporting Children’s Services on an administrative basis, you'll contribute significantly to Children’s Services, ensuring positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families. Join our passionate and dedicated team, and together, let's make a meaningful impact on the lives of Coventry's children!&nbsp;
Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? Come and join us to be part of the Professional Support Service’s journey. We are a team that works with colleagues at all levels across Children’s Services to contribute to positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable Children and Families across the City.&nbsp;This post is based within the Children's Placements Service, providing administrative and professional support. Responsibilities will include tasks such as, updating case management systems and in-house tracking systems, processing invoices, monitoring functional mailboxes, notification forms and any other required support tasks. You will promote a positive working culture where Children and are at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;The Placements Service is a rewarding and exciting area to work in, where you will be part of a team ensuring the child’s journey within Children’s Services is the best it can be.&nbsp;All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? We are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Has a flexible approach</li><li>Is a self-starter&nbsp;</li><li>Has strong organisational skills and the initiative to prioritise their own workload</li><li>Thrives in a busy and diverse environment</li><li>Has great attention to detail along with excellent communication skills</li></ul>Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you!&nbsp;If you would like an informal discussion about this role please feel free to contact Debbie Shield, on D<a href="mailto:debbie.shield@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">ebbie.shield@coventry.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:Tracy.Tierney@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>&nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date: wc 12 January 2026About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Operational Support 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. For school vacancies please see further details online regarding their application process.
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.



37&nbsp;hours per week
There are 2 full-time positions available
This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working
The Fostering and Adoption Team are looking to recruit two Supervising Social Workers to the Fostering Support Hub.
This role will include an emphasis on placing the safety and welfare of children at the very centre of everything we do.
Join Our Team as a Supervising Social Worker Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? We are looking for two dedicated and experienced Supervising Social Workers to join our Fostering Team. In this role, you will provide high-quality support and supervision to foster carers, ensuring the best outcomes for children in care.
You will:
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<li>Offer guidance and advice to foster carers, promoting safe and nurturing environments.</li>
<li>Monitor and review placements to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with professionals to develop care plans that meet individual needs.</li>
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What we’re looking for:
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<li>A qualified Social Worker with current registration.</li>
<li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills.</li>
<li>A commitment to safeguarding and improving the lives of children.</li>
</ul>
In return, we offer a supportive team environment, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact.
As such, we are looking for candidates who are energetic and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to join our experienced and hardworking team. If you have experience and skills in working with children and adults from all walks of life and are enthusiastic and passionate about supporting positive outcomes for children and their families, we would love to hear from you!

Supervising Social Worker x2

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Make a real difference where it matters most.Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career?&nbsp;Join our dedicated Assessment and Staying Together Teams in the scenic Staffordshire Moorlands, where your work will directly impact the lives of vulnerable children and families.We are a small but supportive and welcoming team who share excellent relationships with our district colleagues in Early Help, SEND, Education, Children with Disabilities and we are co located with our Children in Care and Care Leavers Team. We very much embed a restorative model and are committed to ensuring that every child is supported through a whole district approach.Main Responsibilities What you'll do:You’ll work across the continuum of need from Child in Need to Care Proceedings and Adoption planning ensuring children are seen, heard, and safeguarded. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading statutory duties and Section 47 investigations</li><li>Supporting placements into care and preparing court reports</li><li>Collaborating with district teams and specialist services</li><li>Mentoring ASYE and student Social Workers</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate What you'll need:<ul><li>a Social Work qualification and post-qualifying experience in a Child in Need, Child Protection Team &amp; Public and Private Court Proceedings.</li><li>Registration with Social Work England.</li><li>a valid &nbsp;current UK driving licence and vehicle.</li><li>a commitment to restorative practice and keeping families together where safe</li><li>experience of supporting and mentoring your colleagues.</li></ul>But above all, you will 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 is safe to do so.Why join us?We offer a clear career progression framework, including:<ul><li>Practice Educator Programme</li><li>Aspiring Practice Lead &amp; Team Manager Programmes</li><li>Strong regional learning partnerships</li></ul>You’ll be part of a small, supportive team with excellent multi-agency relationships and a shared commitment to whole-district support.We are ambitious in our learning and development programme with strong links within the West Midlands and our teaching partnership.For more information about this vacancy or for an informal chat please contact Team Manager, Angela Cookeat: <a href="mailto:angela.cooke1@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">angela.cooke1@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be held week commencing 26th January 2026.Our Recruitment Process:&nbsp;To ensure fairness, we anonymise applications during shortlisting so that only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement to highlight the skills, experience, and values 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.

Advanced Children's Social Worker

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Maternity Cover (possible permanent post)Passionate about students with additional needs, passionate about supporting some of the most vulnerable young people in education, resilient, sense of humour, approachable…these are all qualities we are looking for, join our team….Woodfield Secondary is located at our Hawthorn Lane site and is the secondary provision of Woodfield all through SEMH School. Woodfield School currently provides specialist SEMH education across Coventry.The Secondary School caters for students from Yr7-Yr 11. We operate in class sizes of up to eight students supported by their class teacher and learning support staff.&nbsp;You will be carrying out the duties of a teacher as set out in the most recent Teacher’s Pay &amp; Conditions Document. Your aim is to be an effective&nbsp;teacher who challenges and supports all our students to do their best and&nbsp;achieve their potential in the ethos of Woodfield Secondary School. To do this you will have a passion for supporting young people with barriers to learning, excellent behaviour management, and a lot of patience. &nbsp;&nbsp;This roll would suit a Primary Teacher looking for a change or a Secondary Teacher of any discipline looking for something different. &nbsp;If you are resilient and passionate about the social, emotional and mental wellbeing of young people then we need to hear from you!What is the job role? We are looking for a qualified teacher who:&nbsp;<ul><li>Can bring learning to life</li><li>Has excellent behaviour management</li><li>Can communicate well and establish and maintain excellent professional working relationships with students, parents and staff</li><li>Can work to published timescales for reports, publications and events, whilst adhering to published school policies and procedures</li><li>Has a sound knowledge and understanding of children with additional needs, in particular, SEMH</li><li>Understands, the importance of safeguarding within an educational setting</li><li>Is flexible and offers engaging content in their lessons</li><li>Has a sense of humour.</li></ul>Who are we looking for? Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification. &nbsp;Or you can download the application pack and return completed direct to the school&nbsp;Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026Interview date: TBCOur school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note,&nbsp;an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Secondary School SEMH Teacher - Woodfield School

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Revenues Service is a large team of more than 60 people working together to collect £340 million of corporate revenue to help the Council provide vital services to Coventry residents.&nbsp; From council tax to business rates to invoices for stalls at the Godiva Festival, the team perform a range of roles to ensure we provide excellent services to residents and internal council departments and that&nbsp;ultimately,&nbsp;we maximise the collection of public funds.&nbsp; The revenue we collect ensures the council can provide services from bin collections to looking after our parks and green spaces to providing the best possible chances in life for our looked after children.&nbsp;&nbsp;Our team is uniquely placed within the council as we interact with every one of Coventry’s 140,000 residential properties and 9,000 commercial properties.&nbsp; Every resident and customer we deal with has a unique set of circumstances - our team challenge those who can pay and don’t pay – applying a range of legal remedies to compel people to pay what they owe.&nbsp; But the team also listen to and support those who can’t pay and help some of our most vulnerable residents find a way out of debt.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? This is a varied role which supports the Team Managers and Officers in ensuring through quality checking that legislation and procedures have been applied and liabilities, reliefs, discounts and exemptions are correct. The primary focus will be Business Rates, however knowledge of Council Tax and Enforcement are desirable. Other areas of work include:<ul><li>Providing advice on more complex queries</li><li>Responding to customer enquiries and escalations</li><li>Deputising for Team Managers</li><li>Updating accounts</li><li>Monitoring phone queues</li><li>Managing insolvency notifications by updating customer accounts, submitting proof of debts and corresponding with stakeholders</li></ul>All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? The ideal candidate will be able:<ul><li>To review the accuracy and quality of decisions made in respect of Business Rates and Council Tax</li><li>Assist with the mentoring of new and existing staff. Supporting the Team Managers with the effective integration of new team members and service improvement plans</li><li>Maintain detailed audit records of individual officers, ensuring relevant issues are fed back to the Team Manager</li><li>Respond to customer complaints, enquiries from Councillors and partner organisations in line with corporate standards, ensuring any measures to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction are identified and implemented</li><li>Trial new initiatives and procedures and feedback to Senior Managers on any issues</li><li>Deputise for the Team Manager in their absence</li></ul>When applying for the role you will be asked to write a personal statement, demonstrating your skills and experience in line with the personal statement. When writing your personal statement, where possible please include examples covering the points below, dependant on your relevant experience:<ul><li>Explain your experiences in working in a Revenues and Benefits environment, giving examples of what you have done and achieved</li><li>Demonstrate your management and leadership experience, detailing your ability to motivate, and how your excellent communication skills have been used with colleagues, customers and stakeholders</li></ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 28th &amp; 29th January 2026About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Senior Revenues Officer (Business Rates)

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 Planning Policy is a service area within Coventry City Council's planning department which supports the growth of the city and manages development from inception to delivery.As a high performing department, we deal with a wide range of planning matters. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking team with a can-do approach and are always striving to improve our service. &nbsp;We recognise the importance of developing a strong, robust and resilient team through learning and development.The service is wide and varied, being inclusive of Development Management and Planning Planning Policy teams, and encompasses a number of individual but related specialisms all focused on delivering a city for those wishing to live and work here. Those specialisms include Planning, Ecology, Trees and Landscape, Urban Design, Conservation, Archaeology and Environmental Protection. Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.Our Values are:<ul><li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li><li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li><li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li><li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li><li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li><li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li></ul>What is the job role? We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Planning Policy Officer to join our Planning Policy team at a pivotal moment in our &nbsp;planning journey. Coventry is currently in examination for its ambitious Local Plan Review, making this a particularly exciting time for a skilled and motivated planning professional to join the team and help shape the future of the City. We are also updating a suite of SPDs and are engaged in the emerging regional Spatial Development StrategyThe role offers you the chance to take ownership of planning policy projects and bring your skills and expertise into a welcoming, supportive and collaborative team, playing a senior role in both local and regional planning policy development. Who are we looking for? A motivated planning professional with relevant post-qualification experience, ideally with some planning policy experience . The ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>A sound understanding of planning legislation, policy, and emerging national reforms</li><li>Experience leading planning projects and providing policy advice</li><li>Experience of engagement in specialist areas of planning policy development</li><li>Strong communication, research, and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>A proactive and customer-focused approach</li><li>Experience of working collaboratively across teams</li><li>Experience of working within a political environment</li><li>Confidence in presenting in public forums and contributing to consultations</li></ul>When applying for this role you will be asked to write a personal statement, when writing your personal statement please include the following:&nbsp;<ul><li>Your experience of developing planning policies, including your methods of collaborative working with stakeholders</li><li>Your experience of delivering high-quality presentations or reports.&nbsp;</li><li>What you consider to be the key planning challenges which Coventry faces.</li></ul>Interview date: 25/01/2025 About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Senior Planning Policy Officer

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

Waste is a busy operational department that&nbsp;provides essential services to the residents of Coventry, Nuneaton &amp; Bedworth and Commercial.&nbsp; We conduct&nbsp;over 210,000 collections a week on an alternate weekly collection system in Coventry alone, collection domestic waste .&nbsp; In order to conduct the services we provide we have a large number of crews across all services and use various tipping locations.
Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? We have several vacancies for Waste Refuse Collectors to work with our diverse residents and communities across Coventry, Nuneaton &amp; Bedworth, as well as Commercial Services.We are offering full‑time, fixed‑term contracts (6 months) for individuals interested in joining our team as Refuse Collectors.&nbsp;We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At present, we have very few women and people from minority ethnic backgrounds in our team, and we would like this to change. We therefore strongly encourage applications from these groups. However, all applications are welcome, and selection will be based on merit.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? To be successful, you will need to:<ul><li>be physically fit (to be able to walk up to and in excess of 12 miles per day, in all weathers)</li><li>be hard working</li><li>understand Health &amp; Safety instructions in English however English does not have to be your first language.</li></ul>If you can do all of the above, we would like you to apply. &nbsp;Core operation shift start times are as follows:<ul><li>Domestic - Shifts start at 7 am (Tuesday to Friday) 37 hrs per week.</li><li>NBBC – Shifts start 6.30 am (Monday to Friday) 37 hrs per week.</li></ul>Occasional weekend and bank holiday work will be required.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Refuse Collectors

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Together4Children is an innovative and forward-thinking Partnership of 4 Local Authorities, Staffordshire County Council, Stoke-on-Trent City Council, Shropshire Council and Telford &amp; Wrekin Council.We are working together to improve outcomes for those children who enter care and are not able to return to their families of origin. We aim to ensure that our children achieve emotional, physical and legal permanence; growing up in loving homes with adults who provide them with a strong sense of security, continuity, commitment and identity.We are seeking two regional adoption panel advisers, with experience and knowledge of adoption work, to provide high quality professional advice to our regional adoption panels and agency decision makers.&nbsp;A key role in ensuring that adoption decisions are safe, timely, legally compliant and in the best interests of children, you will pay a critical part on maintaining robust panel processes, supporting panel members, and ensuring that all recommendations meet statutory guidance, regulations and best practice standards.&nbsp;Currently the adoption panels across the region are held remotely through Microsoft Teams, but there is the opportunity to consider moving some panels to face to face. There is also the expectation that the panel adviser attends face to face regional meetings, training and development days.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities You will:<ul><li>Have overall responsibility for the effective functioning of specific Adoption Panels across the Together4Children Regional Permanency Arrangement</li><li>Ensure Regional Adoption Panels run smoothly and timely by coordinating with panel administrators. &nbsp;</li><li>Lead the quality assurance of papers being prepared for Adoption Panels to ensure they meet the necessary standards with adherence to appropriate internal and external legislation.</li><li>Provide professional social work advice and guidance to specific Together4Children Regional Adoption Panels, providing specialist complex, legal and ethical information in respect of internal and external legislation, policies and procedures.</li><li>Lead the recruitment, training, annual appraisal processes and termination of Regional Panel Chairperson(s), Vice Panel Chairperson(s) and Panel Members in line with the Policies and Procedures of the Together4Children Regional Permanency Arrangement.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You'll be a highly experienced adoption professional, with a strong child centred approach to their work, confident in offering advice and constructive challenge, ensuring that adoption recommendations are in the best interests of children.&nbsp;You'll also:<ul><li>Be a qualified social worker, registered with social work England&nbsp;</li><li>Have substantial professional experience in adoption and children's social care</li><li>Have an in depth knowledge of adoption legislation, regulations, statutory guidance and national minimum standards</li><li>Possess a high level of interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships with Managers, Senior Managers and Legal Services</li><li>Have excellent communication skills, both verbally and written. You'll need to liaise with staff and managers within and outside of the Agency at all levels and prepare high quality written work as evidence for performance data.</li><li>Be able to analyse complex reports and evidence, identifying strengths, risks and gaps</li><li>Have strong professional judgement and the ability to maintain objective and child focussed&nbsp;</li><li>Be committed to continuous professional development&nbsp;</li></ul>Interviews will be held during the week commencing 12th January 2026.&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 Sarah Havill, Head of Together4Children at: sarah.havill1<a href="mailto:xxx@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">@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;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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