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The Princes Hall is a multi-purpose entertainment centre in Hampshire, holding a 595 seat theatre and three function rooms. For more information visit <a href="http://www.princeshall.com" target="_blank">www.princeshall.com</a>The successful candidate will be skilled in all aspects of technical theatre, including sound, lighting and stage management. A good knowledge of digital sound desks is essential.&nbsp;They will also be required to set up functions, undertake general maintenance, and assist the Senior Technician with other duties. Good customer service skills, and enthusiasm, are essential.The post requires regular unsocial working hours: weekends, evenings, Bank Holidays, Christmas and New Year.For an informal discussion, please contact Tim Astley, Theatre Manager on 01252 329155 or email <a href="mailto:tim.astley@rushmoor.gov.uk" target="_blank">tim.astley@rushmoor.gov.uk</a>





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Venue Technician

<h4>The Princes Hall is a multi-purpose entertainment centre in Hampshire, holding a 595-seat theatre and three function rooms. For more information visit <a href="http://www.princeshall.com" target="_blank">www.princeshall.com</a></h4><h5>Involves unsocial working hours. Flexible hours averaging 37 hours per week.</h5><h5>The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a small team of technicians and cleaners in managing all technical and operations functions of the Princes Hall theatre. They will be skilled in all aspects of technical theatre, including sound, lighting and stage management.</h5><h5>The post-holder is responsible for the set-up and smooth delivery of all live events, from large professional shows to small community hirings. The role also takes responsibility for facility maintenance and health and safety compliance.</h5><h5>The post requires unsocial working hours: weekends, evenings, Christmas and New Year.</h5><h5>For an informal discussion, please contact Tim Astley, Venue Manager, on 01252 329 155</h5>





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Senior Technician

37 hours per week, primarily Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm, with occasional evening and weekend working.Princes Hall are seeking an exceptional individual to lead the Sales and Events activities at the venue.The successful candidate will be responsible for leading on all activities relating to venue hiring, box office operations and marketing activities, managing a team of four permanent and two casual staff.They will be responsible for acting as the primary contact for main hall hirers from initial enquiry through to the event itself, coordinating other departments to ensure smooth delivery of events. They will build relationships with other organisations, community groups and local businesses with the intention of developing new business for the venue. The postholder will be responsible for co-ordinating the sales and marketing activities at the venue. Alongside the Venue Manager, they will set all marketing strategies for the venue and work with the Sales &amp; Marketing Officer to deliver effective marketing campaigns. They will ensure that the Sales and Events team maximise income generation to the venue through ticket sales, hiring income, sponsorship, advertising, donations and Friends membership.The postholder will also be responsible for overseeing event bookings at several of the Council’s community centres.Applications for job share options will be considered.For an informal discussion, please contact Tim Astley, Theatre Manager on 01252 329155 or email <a href="mailto:tim.astley@rushmoor.gov.uk" target="_blank">tim.astley@rushmoor.gov.uk</a>





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Sales and Events Manager

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Required for September 2025 start - Part Time - 25 hours a week - 8.30am to 1.30pm Monday – Friday - Term time only 
We are looking for a part time Teaching Assistant who would work in either Key Stage 1 or 2. 
We are a small Catholic Primary School with just over 130 children, based in Caversham Park Village, Reading. 
Our children are well-behaved and enthusiastic about learning and their parents are supportive and helpful. We have a very active Parent Staff Association which regularly organises community and fundraising events to support the school. St Martin’s is a busy, happy place with lots going on! 
We can offer you: • Well planned CPD opportunities to help you to develop and thrive in your role. • A friendly and supportive SLT and staff team. 
We warmly welcome visits 
Application packs are available from our school website: <a href="http://www.stmartinscaversham.co.uk" target="_blank">www.stmartinscaversham.co.uk</a> or by e mailing <a href="mailto:admin@stmartins.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">admin@stmartins.reading.sch.uk</a>
To apply, please complete the application form and return to: <a href="mailto:head@stmartins.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">head@stmartins.reading.sch.uk</a> 
Applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews will be arranged at a mutually convenient time. 
Closing date: Sunday 14th July 2025 
St Martin’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level.

Reading Borough Council

Teaching Assistant - St Martins Catholic Primary School

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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Woking Borough Council is seeking a Planning Enforcement Investigations Officer to join the Council’s Planning Team on a full-time, permanent basis.
Enforcing planning regulations is crucial for&nbsp;maintaining public confidence in the planning system, ensuring fairness for those who comply with regulations, and protecting amenity and the environment. Reporting to the Senior Planning Enforcement Officer the postholder will be responsible for the investigation of alleged breaches of planning control to determine whether a breach of planning control exists. Under the supervision of the Senior Planning Enforcement Officer, they will take appropriate action to remedy breaches of planning control and provide responses to residents, businesses and elected members on planning enforcement matters.
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a positive outlook and a commitment to team working. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills and ideally some experience of working in an enforcement related discipline.
In return, we can offer you the chance to develop your career in a friendly, supportive environment, a generous flexi-time scheme with the ability to take up to two flexi leave days a month, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, discounted health and leisure membership, plus many more excellent benefits. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
It is a requirement for this role that applicants hold a valid full UK Driving License to be able to undertake site visits. The post provides the opportunity for flexible working arrangements including some home working.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Mike Ferguson, Senior Planning Enforcement Officer by emailing <a href="mailto:mike.ferguson@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">mike.ferguson@woking.gov.uk</a>.
Closing Date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 13 July 2025 at 23:55PM
Interview Date:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;W/C 21 July 2025

Planning Enforcement Investigations Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.



About us at Hounslow
We’d love you to join us at the London Borough of Hounslow! Our people are deeply committed to providing excellent services to our residents, doing all we can to make lives as good as they can be.
We are an outstanding council, serving an outstanding borough. With brilliant, visionary leadership, a dynamic Cabinet and a can-do culture, we’ve built strong partnerships which have transformed how we serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs. Hounslow is the world in one place and full of potential.&nbsp; We are stepping up for our residents like never before.
About our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We live by five core values: Lead with Heart, Do New, Pass on the Power, Harness the Mix and Be a Rock.&nbsp; All our work has equality, diversity and inclusion at its very heart, best articulated in “Harness the Mix”. It's about breaking down barriers between our parts and people and unlocking the problem-solving power of our amazing mix of minds. We serve a diverse community, we have a diverse workforce and we are committed to being an inclusive employer.
We work hard to create representation across our workforce and leadership community, we have thriving employee network groups and our learning and development programmes help us lead, model and breathe ways of working that eliminate inequality, inequity, injustice and bias.
As part of this and under our commitments as a Disability Confident Employer, we make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.&nbsp; There’s space for you to tell us what you need within our application form.
Our Benefits
If you join us, you’ll have access to a range of employee benefits. Read more about these <a href="https://www.hounslow.gov.uk/info/20037/working_for_the_council" target="_blank">here.</a>
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join Homelessness, Independence and Preventative Services, Temporary Accommodation, Bookings &amp; Cancellations Service, which adopts a preventative approach across the housing, health and social care agendas.&nbsp; Your primary focus will be to operationally lead the Council’s placements into all forms of temporary accommodation and effective move-on into different housing pathways. You must be professional, energetic and enthusiastic as we are interested in what you can bring to help us improve and develop our services to support some of our most vulnerable residents.&nbsp;
You will be required to manage a team of three Bookings &amp; Cancellations Officers. You must be able to learn and develop your knowledge required for this role and be able to travel independently around the Borough.&nbsp;
About The Team You’ll Be Working In
This is an exciting and busy role that is at the centre of the Councils response to homelessness. The service is developing and progressing our agenda to reduce the use of temporary accommodation and achieve more upstream prevention outcomes.
1. You will manage the effective allocation of all types of temporary accommodation including daily emergencies, cancellations and transfers; and to ensure that the placement of suitable accommodation is sufficient to meet with clients' individual needs and service demands. the Bookings &amp; Cancellations Officer are motivational to ensure a high-quality service is delivered.&nbsp;
2. You are an expert negotiator with a wide range of professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes can be achieved while recognising conflicting priorities.&nbsp; You organise your team to be highly efficient and effective in their roles, balancing the need to work independently but collaboratively to meet contextual needs.&nbsp; You are proactive in reviewing and evaluating your own performance and acting on your own initiative to improve and develop.&nbsp;
3. Manage workloads within and across teams to flex resources where needed to ensure workloads are balanced to prevent backlogs arising, i.e. backlog of housing benefit claims, setting up rent accounts, updating accommodation fields on housing databases for accurate recording of TA numbers, placements and move-on.&nbsp;&nbsp;
4. You will manage allocated staff and resources using core processes and procedures consistently across the assigned operational activities in an efficient manner that is in compliance with all relevant policies and guidelines.
About You
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<li>You have a strong ability to lead, motivate, manage and develop staff in a challenging, high volume, fast paced working environment, supporting staff to deal effectively with the demands of frontline work while delivering key service objectives.</li>
<li>You have expert communication skills both verbally and in writing to engage effectively with a broad range of people to influence, negotiate and persuade and achieve multidisciplinary outcomes across services.</li>
<li>You act with integrity, take personal responsibility and handle stress effectively, being a confident decision maker while motivating others to achieve successful corporate preventative outcomes, using proactive and creative solutions.</li>
<li>You work flexibly and independently, adapting to changing needs and proactively keep the team up to date with legislation, policy and guidance to ensure legally compliant recommendations and decisions.</li>
<li>You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, a comprehensive understanding of issues faced by vulnerable people and you work collaboratively with others to meet a range of needs while leading and managing a team to achieve targets and service objectives and make the team the very best it can be.</li>
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Qualifications: 
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<li>You have a degree or relevant work-based experience in similar environment dealing with vulnerable households and engaging in continual professional development.</li>
<li>You can travel independently around the Borough to visit residents in their homes and meet other professionals in community settings.</li>
<li>A basic DBS check is required.</li>
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If the points below resonate with you, we’d love you to put in an application: 
Are you passionate about customer services?
Are you an experienced homelessness professional?
Are you looking to working in a forward thinking and progressive housing department?
Read more about the work you’ll be doing in the Role Profile.
The key information you need about the role should be in the Role Profile, but if you have any further questions about the role, please contact:
Email: <a href="mailto:Paul.Nally@hounslow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Paul.Nally@hounslow.gov.uk</a> 
Interviews for this job will be held during July 2025.
Closing date – 9th July 2025

London Borough of Hounslow

Assistant Service Manager, Bookings and Cancellations (Mat Cover)

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Arc School Old Arley
Are you passionate about supporting young minds and making a real difference in the classroom? We’re looking for a dedicated, energetic, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team!
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Providing in-class support for a year 8 child in a class with other pupils</li>
<li>May support other pupils across the school if required</li>
<li>Delivering consistent academic, pastoral, and behavioural support</li>
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What we’re looking for:
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<li>Experience of working as a 1-2-1 Support/TA, experience across both mainstream and specialist teaching settings is desirable</li>
<li>Experience of supporting pupils with special educational needs and SEMH requirements</li>
<li>A team player who will uphold the mission, values and goals of Arc School Old Arley
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<li>A can-do attitude</li>
<li>Great communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>A passion for education and helping students thrive</li>
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Why work for us?
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<li>Supportive and friendly school community</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>
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We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
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<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>
<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Generous life cover</li>
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Who are we?
Opened in 2015, Arc School Old Arley is an independent special day school situated within a rural village near Nuneaton, affording children and young people the opportunity to take part in a range of activities within the local community.The spacious school environment is bright and welcoming with a variety of different learning spaces inside and outside
Our school has a particular focus on taking learning outside the classroom into the grounds and community beyond and working in partnership with other organisations to enrich opportunities for children and young people.
Arc School Old Arley is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
Teaching1002

Kedleston Group

1-2-1 Teaching Assistant

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




Wokingham Borough Council is committed to preventing and relieving homelessness in our community by securing suitable accommodation for those in need. Our team plays a critical role in ensuring that homeless households have access to safe and secure housing. We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive candidate to join our team as an Accommodation Procurement Officer. This role is essential in helping us expand our network of accommodation providers and support households in transitioning from temporary or insecure housing to more permanent solutions.


The Role
As an Accommodation Procurement Officer, you will work closely with our Homelessness Prevention Officers to secure private rented sector accommodation for households at risk of homelessness.
Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Your main responsibilities will include:
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<li>Establishing a network of new accommodation providers. Engage with existing and prospective landlords and letting agents to expand our pool of available properties.</li>
<li>Conducting thorough property inspections.</li>
<li>Adhering to procurement processes and compliance checks.</li>
<li>Promoting the uptake of our Rent Guarantee Scheme.</li>
<li>Coordinating property viewings.</li>
<li>Managing properties under the Rent Guarantee Scheme, including conducting regular inspections and taking enforcement action when necessary.</li>
<li>Inspecting and procuring properties to meet business requirements.</li>
<li>Conducting regular visits to households.</li>
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About You
We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with a strong background in housing procurement or property management. The ideal candidate will have:
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<li>Experience working with landlords and letting agents, with a proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships.</li>
<li>A thorough understanding of property standards and regulations.</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills and excellent communication and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.</li>
<li>Experience in housing management is highly desirable.</li>
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The successful candidate must hold a full clean UK driving licence and have their access to their own vehicle, as the role involves regular travel within and outside the Wokingham borough.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join an excellent and dynamic team.
Please note, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible, as this advert may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
For an Informal discussion, please email Paul Morgan, Temporary Accommodation and Resettlement Team Lead - <a href="mailto:paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.morgan@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing date of applications: 11.00pm on 21/07/2025
Interview date: Week commencing 28/07/2025
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful.&nbsp; Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Accommodation Procurement Officer

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About the RoleSalary: £43,454 to £55,984 (inclusive of market supplement) Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full time, hybrid working 37 hours per week Location: County Hall North, Horsham'West Sussex is passionate about supporting children and families to achieve positive outcomes. I feel fortunate to work within a supportive and collaborative team, where everyone is committed to making a difference. My manager has been consistently encouraging and approachable, which has allowed me to grow in confidence and develop professionally. I genuinely enjoy being part of a team that values each other and works together to support those who need us most.' - Madlen, Social Worker in Family Safeguarding Joining the Family Safeguarding team in our Central Team, you will be undertaking meaningful evidence-based interventions that contribute to improved levels of engagement and safeguarding with parents and children.We are looking for passionate, motivated, and resilient social workers who are excited by a different way of delivering support to children and families to enable lasting change. You will have specialist knowledge of social work practice and expertise to take the lead in complex situations, with the support of our fantastic small practice teams. You will work within a positive, nurturing environment where successes are celebrated and individuals within the team are supported to grow and develop.Family Safeguarding is a whole family strengths-based approach to safeguarding children who may be in need of support or at risk of harm. We work with families with children aged 0-18years to help them identify and make real changes, so that they can stay together, and children can remain safely at home. For more information, please watch our video on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4pKniRiw28" target="_blank">Family Safeguarding in West Sussex</a>.How We Support YouAt West Sussex County Council we aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:<ul>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child &amp; Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li>
<li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li>
<li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li>
<li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li>
<li>An excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a>
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>
<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li>
</ul>For a full list this can be found at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>About YouJust some of the skills and experience you will need include:<ul>
<li>Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.</li>
<li>Proactively work as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li>
<li>Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>
<li>Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>
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<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>
<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>
<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>
<li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars are available.</li>
</ul>For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description attached.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a support and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.The reference number for this role is CAFHE05821. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Barney Watts at or Wanda Parker at and for issues or queries regarding your application please contact . To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

Social Worker and Advanced Social Worker

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About UsAt West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for the children and families in West Sussex that we support and care for.Children, Young People &amp; Learning are focused on delivering a significant shift to prevention of needing to bring children into care where it is safe not to. Closer working with partners, and a focused commissioning strategy will achieve better outcomes for our children and young people.About the JobSalary: £31,586 to £34,314 per annum, pro rata £15,366 to £16,693 Working Pattern: Part Time (18 hours) Contract Length: Permanent Location: Bridge House, Durrington with some flexible workingYou will deliver a customer focused and efficient service, contributing to the Directorate objectives of securing best value support services through the effective management of identifying placement options for the children and young people we care for.The role will involve working across all areas of the commissioning function and wider social care department, but you will be based in the Children's Placement Commissioning Team working with independent children's homes and foster care agencies to commission placements, quality assure provision and support with contract management activities to ensure placements meet the needs of children we care for.You will be responsible for supporting providers by ensuring they have timely access to information, and you will coordinate internal resources to provide the responses where providers have confidence in our partnership to care appropriately and achieve the required outcomes for our children.You will have the ability to prioritise work, support your colleagues and be able to work under pressure. You will cover a duty rota, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.Experience and SkillsKey Skills:<ol>
<li>Excellent literacy and numeracy skills to understand the referral processes, tender documents and contracts, and to check statistical financial information and other documents.</li>
<li>Ability to present information clearly, concisely, accurately and in ways that promote understanding, either verbally or in written/electronic form, and have sound and accurate IT skills.</li>
<li>Good analytical skills to interpret complex information, with the ability to organise, plan and meet set targets.</li>
<li>Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of partners and create and maintain effective working relationships. This will include the ability to negotiate good outcomes and advise and guide others to make sound decisions.</li>
<li>Ability to work on your own initiative, anticipate problems, present solutions, and make frequent informed decisions</li>
<li>Ability to work flexibly as required across different areas within the Children's Services Commissioning Team, embrace change and have the flexibility to respond to the needs of the service.</li>
</ol>Qualifications and/or experience:<ul>
<li>HNC or equivalent qualification or experience demonstrating that level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills.</li>
<li>Experience of working in brokerage and/or contract management - Desirable</li>
<li>Experience of working within Children's Services - Desirable</li>
<li>Experience and enthusiasm for work within a department to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.</li>
<li>Experience of working as part of a team, independently and with a range of professional groups.</li>
</ul>Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05833.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Charlotte Smith at .To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter (no more than one page), please outline your motivations for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

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