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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamThe Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service is dedicated to providing exceptional support and care for children in the local authority's guardianship. Our focus is on ensuring the safety, well-being, and developmental needs of each child are met through personalised care plans and stable placements. We are committed to creating nurturing environments that address each child’s unique needs and ensure their voices are heard in all decisions affecting their livesWe are growing a diverse and inclusive environment for staff to learn, develop and grow their career. We provide specialist support on challenging cases, regular structured supervision, and an environment that encourages all those to take part and ensure their voices are heard. We understand the value that our staff bring to our service, and the needs of the residents in our community.&nbsp;In addition:<ul>
<li>Sutton works with Kingston University and regional partners as part of the Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership (SWTP) to provide staff with a wide range of pre- and post-qualifying education opportunities to promote continuous learning and development.</li>
<li>Staff are given the opportunity to attend conferences, and workshops and have access to research and practice resources to support their ongoing professional development.</li>
<li>We encourage staff to support the practice education of Social Work students and those in the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE).&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Sutton Council also has a number of staff network groups such as the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic +A Network, LGBTQ +A Network and Women’s +A Network to ensure staff have a voice to drive positive change in the organisationAbout the Role and Our Ideal CandidateJoin Children Social Care as a Social Worker on a starting salary of £40,833 and receive a Golden Hello and a Recruitment and Retention Bonus as follows:<ul>
<li>£1000 paid in your first month's salary</li>
<li>£1000 paid for your first completed year in service&nbsp;</li>
<li>£2000 paid for your second completed year in service&nbsp;</li>
<li>£3000 paid for your third completed year in service and every year thereafter</li>
</ul>We've got an exciting opportunity for you to work as a Social Worker within our Leaving Care and Children Looked After Service within Children’s Social Care. Our mission is to empower children to live independently as possible and provide the necessary support in safeguarding their well-being. We need your expertise to make it happen.&nbsp;In this role, your responsibility will include:<ul>
<li>Assess the needs and situations of children in care to develop specialised individual care plans that address their well-being and development.</li>
<li>Advocate for children and young people in care, making sure their voices are heard and their rights are protected in meetings, court hearings, and other discussions.</li>
<li>Collaborate with professionals like teachers, healthcare providers, and community groups to provide coordinated support and review the well-being of children in care</li>
</ul>As a Social Worker,&nbsp; your role is vital to promoting stability, supporting transitions to independence, and working towards long-term, positive outcomes for each child. Your knowledge and expertise will help to provide a stable and safe environment, advocating for children’s voices to be heard and ensuring their rights are upheld in all aspects of their care. You will collaborate with foster carers, families, and a range of professionals to provide consistent and effective support. If you are an experienced social worker, empowered by making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, we would like to hear from you. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety, well-being, and development of children in care.This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with outstanding communication skills and a compassionate manner capable of effectively managing high levels of emotional distress. We encourage applications from candidates with experience in childcare and those passionate about delivering person-centred care. You'll join a welcoming, supportive, and energetic team dedicated to providing first class supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities.In addition, we would expect the following from all suitable candidates:<ul>
<li>To be registered with Social Work England and hold a degree in Social Care or similar.</li>
<li>Have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team setting.</li>
<li>Have sound knowledge and ability to deliver social work support to service users and their families.</li>
<li>Ability to communicate complex social issues clearly to both patients and professionals.</li>
<li>Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge.</li>
</ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>
<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li>
<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Car parking scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.

London Borough of Sutton

Social Worker - Leaving Care and Children Looked After

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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamSutton’s Children’s First Contact Service &nbsp;is a single point of contact for all early help and children’s social care services, support for children through to identifying children in need and Child protection matters. The lines is open to all practitioners and the general public.Sutton’s Children’s First Contact Service aims to ensure a consistent and efficient response to referrals to the Children’s Service’s. The Children’s First contact Service co-ordinates incoming referrals and seeks to ensure that they follow the appropriate pathway for the child's needs according to Pan London threshold matrix.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateChildren's Social Worker - Children's First Contact ServiceWelcome and Retention Bonus:£1000 paid in your first month salary and £1000 paid at the end of your 1st completed year in service£2000 paid after your 2nd completed year in service£3000 paid in your 3rd completed year in service and every completed year thereafter.Whole package totals up to £47,857 (including Retention Bonus)We are looking for confident and skilled Social Workers to work in our Children's First Contact Service. Our objective is to deliver the best outcomes for children and young people.Reporting to the Team Manager, you will work within the frameworks of Early Help, Section 17 and Section 47 - processing contacts received into the team on a daily basis, concluding relevant outcomes as to any onward plan.&nbsp; Your role will include liaising with multi agencies and engage at times in multi agency forums.Compliance is key to our statutory requirements and as a Social worker you will deliver all aspects of work in accordance with safeguarding policy, procedure, and standards, ensuring that the children are at the heart of your decision making.Our ideal candidateThe successful candidates will be enthusiastic and motivated individuals with a caring and calm approach who have a thorough understanding of the frameworks that underpin social work practice. You will bring insight and experience to the team and the lives of children and show initiative which will help develop our services to an outstanding standard. You must also enjoy working in a high pace team, being able to deliver consistency, energy, and passion to make a difference in children's and young people's lives. You will demonstrate empathy when dealing with sensitive situations and strong interpersonal skills using different ways of communicating. Showcasing the ability to assess and record a child's needs, applied through evidence based practice to justify decision making.&nbsp;We welcome applications from experienced CFCS/MASH practitioners or those with sustained child protection experience and with a clear ability to write comprehensively, speak with clarity and are able to deliver analysis based on evidence and research.&nbsp;Our culture of strong, accessible and supportive management will provide you with good regular supervision and the opportunity to take part in case discussions.In addition, We would expect the successful candidate to demonstrate the following competences (not limited to):you are a Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work degree or recognised qualification and registered with the relevant regulatory body Social Work Englandhave completed the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)At least 2 years post ASYE work experience as a UK Registered Social Worker hold the relevant skills, knowledge and aptitude to ensure that all vulnerable people are safeguarded from abuse and that all statutory functions, local policy, procedures are adhered to in a timely manner and documented accordingly.If you have experience in a similar Children's services team, are competent in undertaking assessments, and are looking for the next challenging step in your career with a supportive management team, then apply today!Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rota if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>
<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li>
<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Car parking scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.

Social Worker - Children's First Contact Service

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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 offering a fantastic opportunity to join our busy and dedicated Revenues team as a Revenue Recovery Officer on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract.
If you're looking for a role where your work truly makes a difference, this is your chance to be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional service to the community.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this important role, you’ll ensure timely and effective recovery of council tax and business rates by managing all stages of the recovery cycle. Your day-to-day duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Managing the full recovery process, including post-liability order actions</li>
<li>Processing and monitoring enforcement steps such as bailiff referrals, insolvency cases, and charging orders</li>
<li>Representing and supporting the Council at court, including liability order hearings and penalty notice applications</li>
<li>Building and maintaining relationships with external partners such as enforcement agents, solicitors, insolvency practitioners, and credit agencies</li>
<li>Handling communications with the public professionally and empathetically, both over the phone and in person</li>
<li>Ensuring compliance with the Council’s recovery policies and customer care standards</li>
<li>Supporting wider Revenues team activities as required</li>
<li>Performing other duties appropriate to the role at the direction of the management team</li>
</ul>
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a proactive, flexible, and detail-oriented individual with a strong sense of professionalism and customer service. You’ll need to demonstrate:
<ul>
<li>Experience or knowledge of revenue recovery processes</li>
<li>The ability to work independently and collaboratively</li>
<li>Confidence in representing the Council at formal proceedings</li>
<li>Excellent communication and organisational skills</li>
</ul>
This role requires regular attendance at the Woking Civic Offices and Court, but hybrid working is available when duties allow.
What You’ll Receive in Return
We believe in rewarding hard work and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
<ul>
<li>23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays - increasing with continuous service</li>
<li>Generous flexi-time scheme, with up to two flexi days off per month</li>
<li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Flexible benefits package (£1,700–£1,881)</li>
<li>Discounted health and leisure memberships</li>
<li>Opportunities for training and professional development</li>
<li>A supportive and friendly working environment</li>
</ul>
Interested?
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact:
<ul>
<li>Alicea Van Der Ryst, Recovery Team Leader – 01483 743224</li>
<li>Terry Stocks, Revenues Team Manager – 01483 743231</li>
</ul>
Closing date: 13 July 2025 - 23:00pm
Interviews will be held the week commencing 21 July 2025 or 28 July 2025.
We look forward to hearing from you!

Revenue Recovery Officer

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We are looking for our next apprentice! This is an exciting opportunity to gain a Chartered Town Planner Masters degree whilst working and gaining hands on experience in planning. The post is for three years and for the first two (starting in September 2025) you will attend Brighton University for one day a week to undertake the degree apprentice qualification. Details of the course can be found at:
<a href="https://www.brighton.ac.uk/business-services/professional-development/apprenticeships/construction-and-the-environment/chartered-town-planning-masters-apprenticeship.aspx&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.brighton.ac.uk/business-services/professional-development/a…</a>;
Following the successful completion of the two year course, you will then work for approximately one further year on a full time basis gaining experience towards the end point assessment which enables you to become a Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI).
In the work place you will have your own workload and undertake a range of planning tasks including assisting with the processing and validation of planning applications, writing reports on different types of applications, and assisting more senior team members in preparing their reports.
As you learn and develop your skills and knowledge you will be able to respond to enquiries from the public, carry out site visits and liaise with colleagues and external agencies. The role will adapt and&nbsp; develop across the three years so you will gain a good knowledge of the work of a planning department.
You will need a higher Second Class degree in an appropriate subject, or an equivalent qualification to be eligible for this apprenticeship and you cannot already have a masters degree. You will need to be accepted on to the course and be ready to start in September 2025.
The job is based at the Civic Centre in Littlehampton and this will be your contractual job location. However, it is likely there will be some working from home and so will need an appropriate space to work from.
Whilst not essential a driving licence/access to a car will help you get the most out of the job as it involves attending site visits, generally starting in the second year.
Please note in order to apply for this position you must submit your CV and include within it a 100 word document on what motivates you to apply for this position and why you think you would be a good fit for this role.
Interviews, via MS Teams, will be on 24 July 2025 and the successful candidate will need to be accepted by the university ready to commence studies in September 2025.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment&nbsp;without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental&nbsp;status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.
For support with your application and CV writing, please visit <a href="https://www.arun.gov.uk/applying-for-adc-job" target="_blank">Applying for a job with us</a>. If you need further support with the application process, please contact Askhr, regarding alternative ways to apply.

Arun District Council

Planner Degree Apprentice

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About UsAt West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce and are committed to improving our services for children and families in West Sussex. You will join us at a key time in our improvement journey, while we focus on delivering flawless family support and driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan.The Early Help Service is an integral part of the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. We work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every child is supported to achieve his or her potential. Working collaboratively with social care so that all children and families are accessing the right help and protection from the most appropriate part of children's services.Early help ensures that children and families receive accessible and co-ordinated support when they need it. This support ranges across a continuum from universal preventative approaches through to more targeted help where families are experiencing more complex or multiple difficulties. At every level support is designed to address and reduce the problems or challenges and prevent them getting worse.The OpportunitySalary: £28,624 to £31,067 per annum.Working Pattern: Full-time Contract: Permanent Location: Based in the Mid-Sussex area, Haywards HeathInterviews arranged for 16th July 2025You must be able to travel throughout the county including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport.As a Family Support Worker for the Dedicated Schools' Team, you will manage a caseload of schools who you will work with to identify children, young people and families who may require support, at the earliest opportunity. You will work hard to build trusting relationships with your schools, getting to know their specific needs and challenges, and being flexible and creative in the support you offer them to support their school community. You will need to use your initiative and be proactive in your approach. Some experience of working in a school environment would be beneficial.Alongside this you will also have a caseload of families you work with. You will be assessing the needs of children, young people, and families to access, coordinate and deliver the support they need. You will work to improve their outcomes and lived experience, helping prevent their difficulties from becoming irreversible.Key to this role is delivering direct work and interventions through our Whole Family Approach process tailored around a range of issues that children, young people, and their families may experience. Through this way of working, you will help to keep children safe whilst supporting and sustaining positive change for them and their families.You will need strong skills in partnership working to develop and maintain effective relationships with parents, families, and partners such as Education, Health, Police and Children's Social Care, to achieve positive outcomes for all children and young people.We are looking for someone with experience of working with children, young people and/or families, who has emotional resilience and a passion for supporting a diverse range people in our communities.You will have NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification, demonstrating that level of ability in working with children / young people and families or relevant experience. Relevant organisational knowledge of systems, procedures and policies associated with operating a client focused service.You'll need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport and must have access to your own vehicle. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.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 CAFHE05800.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Heidi Wyatt at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a> or for issues or queries regarding your application please contact .To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter 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.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.

Family Support Worker - Dedicated Schools Team

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About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents. If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance.CarePoint provides a first point of contact for customers requiring a needs assessment under the Care Act 2014. It also provides an access and triage point for referrals from the police and an access point for children who require occupational therapy and sensory services' involvement.The team comprises:<ul>
<li>senior practitioner occupational therapists</li>
<li>senior practitioner social workers</li>
<li>occupational therapists</li>
<li>social workers</li>
<li>assessment officers.</li>
</ul>The team will start and, in some circumstances, complete a statutory needs assessment with adults who are approaching West Sussex County Council for social care support. Where appropriate, adults requiring ongoing face-to-face assessment will be passed to community teams.About The JobSalary: £30,296 to £33,024 per annum Working Pattern: Full time Contract Type: Permanent Location: HorshamDo you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills?We have a great opportunity to join our supportive Care Point 2 Access team as an Advanced Assessment Officer.As an Advanced Assessment Officer, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team including Occupational Therapists and Social Workers. The ACP2 team is the access point to Adult Social Care in West Sussex. The team's key role is to undertake an initial telephone Care Act (2014) Assessment. This newly developed role combines undertaking initial assessments as well as utilising your skills and knowledge to use data analysis to support the running and the development of the team. You will also be leading on induction of new staff as well as developing and delivering presentations regarding ACP2 work to a range of different audiences. If you have the talent and ambition to achieve the best for the people we serve, then we will support you to progress and develop throughout your Social Care professional career.This is a fast-paced role which requires a confident, organised, proactive and compassionate individual.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (these are the short listing criteria so please cover within your application):1. Ability to analyse and interpret information received over the telephone to complete an assessment with customers and their families, assessing needs, setting objectives and reviewing progress. 2. Ability to engage in partnership with customers and their families, to effect positive change. 3. Able to manage self, is self-aware and understands the impact of work on self and others, able to respond constructively to situations, balancing competing demands and recognising when to refer upwards and seek help appropriately. 4. Ability to reflect on own practice and to learn from experience, to take responsibility for own performance and to be proactive in relation to own work and professional development. 5. Ability to work in a multi-agency environment, responding sensitively and flexibly to diverse groups and customers whilst maintaining confidentiality to deliver a service to others 6. Sound and accurate IT skills, with the ability to maintain clear, accurate records of all work undertaken and produce records, reports and correspondence for a variety of audiences.Qualifications and/or experience:* GCSE English and Maths (C grade or above) or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy. * NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Care (or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent comparable experience. * Experience of working with customers and their families in crisis or complex situations. * Experience of working in a Social Care environment.Further InformationFor 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.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.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.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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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Hamilton Lodge is seeking a strategic and dynamic Charity Bursar to lead our vital business and operational functions. Reporting directly to the Trustees, you will ensure the effective financial, administrative, and legal management of the charity, while helping shape our long-term strategy.
You’ll be a key member of the School Leadership Team and the Trustees’ Executive, overseeing charity compliance, HR, premises, facilities, IT, marketing and fundraising. A crucial part of the role involves preparing and presenting reports for the Board of Trustees, managing annual audits and ensuring our operations are sustainable and aligned with our mission to support Deaf children and young people.
We are looking for a confident leader with experience in finance, charity governance, project management, and HR, ideally with knowledge of education or social care settings. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail and a commitment to safeguarding are essential.
British Sign Language (BSL) skills or a willingness to learn are highly valued.
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS to check your suitability to work with children. &nbsp;You must declare all convictions, cautions, and bind overs; including ones that may be considered spent.
Join us to make a difference in a values-driven organisation supporting the Deaf community.
<h2>About the role</h2>To apply please visit <a href="https://www.hamiltonlsc.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.hamiltonlsc.co.uk/</a> and use the non-teaching application form, &nbsp;or for further details contact <a href="mailto:hr@hamiltonlsc.co.uk" target="_blank">hr@hamiltonlsc.co.uk</a>Closing date: 27th June 2025<h2>Additional information</h2><h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove City Council is advertising on behalf of the school and is not the employer in this case.Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateRole: Planned Works SurveyorBand: 5Salary: Up to £51,201 per annum with pay award pending, market supplement of £3883 to be paid upon successful completion of probation, and retention payments.&nbsp;Sutton Housing Partnership, (SHP) is an ALMO providing all housing services and works for Sutton Council’s c7,500 homes, (c6,000 tenanted, c1,500 leasehold).SHP is in the process of procuring several high profile ECO energy delivery projects that will vastly improve the quality and benefit our residents' homes. The improvements need to be delivered to tight deadlines and to a high quality managing the appointed supply chain on-site and completed to high contract management outturns.&nbsp;SHP is seeking to recruit a Planned Works Surveyor who will lead on delivery and implementation of planned/capital works.Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Deliver specific building capital projects and programmes from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery on time, to budget and to the defined quality.</li>
<li>Maintain effective client relationships and appropriate communication with all stakeholders to ensure the client brief is adhered to.</li>
<li>Provide advice throughout all stages of the project from initiation, brief compilation, on the appropriate procurement strategy for individual projects and undertake the procurement of both consultants and contractors.</li>
<li>Lead, manage and motivate internal and external project teams through supporting, challenging and guiding the external project manager, to ensure project delivery on time, within budget and to the agreed brief.</li>
<li>Ensure that regular progress and financial reports are provided by the external project manager and/or the project cost consultant and monitor anticipated and actual costs against the agreed budget.</li>
<li>To adopt the latest construction materials and techniques when appropriate to ensure value for money throughout the construction phase.</li>
<li>Ensure that completed projects are handed over with the necessary documentation in place and undertake post project and post occupancy reviews are carried out to ensure continuous improvement in future projects.</li>
</ul>About You&nbsp;Experience:<ul>
<li>To be successful it is essential that you have experience of managing multiple projects, contractors and both internal and external stakeholders.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You should have a demonstrable experience of dealing with residential-type properties, social housing or housing associations, and be able to demonstrate your experience in these areas.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You will also need to have experience of managing internal teams and project managers.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of JCT / NEC form of contracts will also be a big plus point.</li>
<li>Understanding of construction stages such as RIBA stage 1 etc is also something the organisation will look for in the successful candidate.</li>
<li>Experience of large scale complex construction projects.</li>
<li>Experience of acting as a client project manager for construction projects.</li>
</ul>Qualifications:<ol>
<li>RICS, CIOB, Degree or HNC or relevant qualification and/or demonstrable experience in delivering capital investment projects</li>
<li>Ideally experience of working in partnership or for Social Housing Provider, with experience of managing works&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of managing JCT / NEC works contracts.</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience in developing capital works’ specifications to be used in the procurement of works.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Good understanding and experience of leasehold charging consultation, (Section 20) requirements for qualifying works.</li>
<li>Experience of managing building consultants engaged to work on capital investment projects.</li>
<li>A good understanding of traditional and modern construction practices, best practice, and associated Regulations.</li>
<li>Technical expertise to understand complex issues in construction, engineering and maintenance in the delivery of projects</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of materials, trades, construction methods and legal/statutory requirements.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of monitoring budgets and managing contractors</li>
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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Would you like a chance to make a difference and train as a Teacher in one of Brighton and Hove’s secondary schools &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Patcham High &nbsp;School have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Teacher &nbsp;– Maths Pathway&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/teacher-v1-0" target="_blank">Teacher&nbsp;</a>ApprenticeshipWe are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic and committed apprentice teacher of Mathematics to teach across the full age and ability range. An apprentice will work towards attaining qualified teacher status (QTS) by blending workplace-learning with part-time university study.&nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>Located at the heart of our community, we are an energetic, proud and successful school. We have an unshakeable faith in the power of high quality teaching and want the very best for each and every student. We are passionate about education and relentless in our pursuit of improved standards and outcomes. We believe that all children can achieve.Following a recent Ofsted inspection in April 2023, we our proud to say our school as been rated as ‘Good’. Ofsted also commented that our school ‘actively encourages all pupils to experience and value each other’s differences, cultures, backgrounds and abilities; with leaders who are passionate about education and relentless in developing pupils’ self-esteem and self-respect’.We welcome applications from individuals who are determined to make a difference.&nbsp;The successful candidate will:<ul>
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Hold a&nbsp;bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Maths
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<li>Have achieved a standard equivalent to grade C/4, or above, in the GCSE examinations in English and mathematics.</li>
<li>Be passionate about their subject and committed to making Maths an exciting and enjoyable subject for all our students;</li>
<li>have outstanding interpersonal skills;</li>
<li>be able to contribute to the growth of the department;</li>
<li>be committed to high quality teaching and learning for students of all abilities;</li>
<li>make accurate and productive use of assessment;</li>
<li>have experience of working with young people;</li>
<li>be a team player.</li>
</ul> About the ApprenticeshipThe Post Graduate Teaching Apprenticeship at level 6 is run by the University of Brighton who is responsible for supporting you with your learning and carrying out assessments.&nbsp; The apprenticeship is upto 13 months duration 4 days in the classroom with 1-day per week in University or studying. &nbsp; You will receive additional support from a nominated mentor, throughout the duration of the Apprenticeship. During the apprenticeship you will spend upto 6 weeks in a contrasting school. &nbsp; Entry Requirements <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/initial-teacher-training-criteria/initial-teacher-training-itt-criteria-and-supporting-advice#note2" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/initial-teacher-training-criteria/initial-teacher-training-itt-criteria-and-supporting-advice#note2</a> Entrants have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade 4 (<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/initial-teacher-training-criteria/initial-teacher-training-itt-criteria-and-supporting-advice#note2" target="_blank">see note 2</a>) in the GCSE examinations in English and mathematics &nbsp;In addition, they will also require a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Maths for entry to graduate Initial Teacher Training programmes; assessed as suitable to train to teach by accredited Initial Teacher Training providers.&nbsp; Apprentices will gain Professional Knowledge and Skills required of a Teacher On successful completion of the apprenticeship with Patcham High School &nbsp;School the apprentice will achieve Post Graduate Teaching Apprenticeship and Achievement of QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) – awarded by the Department for Education – will be a mandatory requirement for apprentices’ successful completion of the course. &nbsp;In addition to the apprenticeship the apprentice will have completed PGCE at Level 7. Deadline for Applications: 27th June 2025 Start Date: September 2025 Please note, your application may be shared with the training provider. Contact Details If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit please contact Elise Holmes by email or by telephone (01273 543484) <a href="mailto:eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk" target="_blank">eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk</a> &nbsp;Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and answers to some shortlisting questions. &nbsp;Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEnB_ZrwiXQ&amp;list=PLkn6wzCIq2ynE1EbqJ0Cvu1HAehoBJ5QC&amp;index=4" target="_blank">Apprenticeships - why we love ours!</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.In order to apply for an apprenticeship, you must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous three years on the first day of the apprenticeship (or this includes EEA for UK or EEA Nationals with pre-settled or Settled Status) or have some other residency eligibility status. Please see Annex A of the latest employer funding rules<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules" target="_blank">: Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK</a> &nbsp;for a full list of residency categories and locationsIf you are resident through a visa, leave to remain or other means please confirm type and that any expiry date covers the duration of the apprenticeship once it is due to start. Those on a student visa or non-UK/non EEA nationals who have been here in the last three years for other educational purposes may not be eligible. For further information regarding apprenticeship eligibility please see Annex A of the latest employer funding rules: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules" target="_blank">Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK</a>.<h2>Company information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamThe Benefits team is responsible for assessing all claims for Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction and free school meals. We are a small, friendly team with a strong customer focus, and a ‘can-do’ approach to serving our residents.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidatePurpose of the jobResponsible for the efficient and accurate processing of Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction and free school meals claims.What the job actually requires&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Checking, verifying and processing all types of claims for Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction and free school meals, ensuring the correct calculation and payment of benefit.</li>
<li>To have and maintain an up to date knowledge of relevant legislation in order to ensure the accurate and efficient processing and payment of claims, minimising overpayments of benefit as a result.</li>
<li>Check documentation provided by claimants for validity, and have the ability to identify fraudulent and altered documents.</li>
<li>Be able to explain the Council and Government schemes in a clear and understanding way in person, over the telephone or in writing to customers.</li>
<li>At all times to deal efficiently and sympathetically with sometimes difficult, aged or distressed customers.</li>
</ul> About YouRequired essential experience/ qualifications/ skills and abilities<ul>
<li>Minimum 18 months Housing Benefit experience which must be within the last 3 years</li>
<li>Experience of working on a front line customer service</li>
<li>Able to understand Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction Regulations to ensure the prompt and accurate assessments and payment of Benefits.</li>
<li>Able to follow set procedures and adapt quickly to new or changed legislation or&nbsp; procedures&nbsp;</li>
<li>Able to work as part of a team while maintaining and prioritising your own workload.</li>
<li>Able to compose replies to correspondence or customer enquiries regarding Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction or free school meal matters</li>
</ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>
<li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li>
<li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li>
<li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li>
<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>
<li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li>
<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Car parking scheme</li>
<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Zip car scheme</li>
<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>
<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>
<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>
</ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.

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