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You will have a proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with families and partner agencies, so the voices of our children are heard. \nYou will be experienced in engaging children and have the confidence and emotional intelligence to engage others. Using a Child First approach you will be expected to manage a varied caseload of children aged 10-18 years old with access to internal support from multi-disciplinary team members.\nQualified and registered as a Social Worker you will be a self-starter, with a good sense of humour and an ability to work well with partner agencies. You will understand the proven benefits of Restorative Justice and embed this within your practice. \nYou will be able to demonstrate a commitment to ongoing practice development and continued improvement to frontline service delivery.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 10, £36,778.00 to £39,522.00 per annum + Market supplement & standby allowance","publishDate":"2025-05-30T13:45:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-12T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/be71fdd6-0fbf-489c-8269-2b2f7ab894ec.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6f53e2a3-3a4c-46e7-90c5-19c5e026cfe1","title":"Support Worker","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"SensePlus Portsmouth","locationType":3,"description":"Support Worker - Day Service - SensePlus PortsmouthSalary: Band: 5 £25,652 - £27,363 p.a.37 hours per weekThe ServiceSensePlus Portsmouth is the PCC In House service which provides support and development opportunities for adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) who may also have additional physical needs, including some behaviours of distress that may present a challenge.We aim to enable service users to make informed choices and develop skills through the use of sensory stimulation. We aim to enable Service Users to enjoy a good quality of life.SensePlus Portsmouth currently has two separate units, open Monday to Friday and is committed to working with service users in ways that supports and maximises their independence and relationships.To achieve this we offer meaningful, structured sessions, which are tailored to support people's goals set out in Personal Profiles for staff to follow. The sessions use multisensory stimulation to aid engagement, participation, and positive outcomes for set goals.What is the roleWorking as part of the team you will ensure that people who attend the service receive a day care package that reflects their personal abilities and skills and promotes further engagement, independence, wellbeing, and growth.You will be working with people who have profound and multiple learning disabilities, using multisensory stimulation to achieve positive outcomes for individuals. You will be expected to follow and deliver structured session plans and record details of session outcomes for the service users; raising and discussing any concerns identified during sessions with relevant senior staff. You will undertake complex medical conditions, following guidelines, risk assessments and using equipment supplied (training will be given).Who is the personYou will need sound knowledge and an understanding of the needs of people with PMLD and complex needs and the conditions commonly associated with PMLD. You will have excellent literacy, verbal and communication skills which are essential as you will be required to maintain accurate and comprehensive written records for people using the service. The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. You will have experience equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or above in Social Care and will undertake the Care Certificate and specific qualifications made available that are essential to this post. In addition, you will need an OCN national qualification in Understanding the Needs of Individuals with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) or the ability to successfully complete this qualification within an agreed timeframe. With a calm manner and flexible approach, you will be able to deliver and follow set guidelines for personal care, and be able to complete, implement and follow Personal Profile Plans, session plans and risk assessments whilst supporting the Service. Excellent physical and mental health is essential to enable you to undertake the demands of this role and experience of moving and handling techniques and equipment would be beneficial, though best practice training will be provided. In addition, you will understand the principles of client confidentiality and data protection. Please view the job profile for full details of the roleAbout Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Adults Board safer recruitment procedures.Application process:Please read the full job profile for further details on the post to ensure your application matches the requirements of the role stated in the who is the person.Remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. This is important or you are likely not to be shortlisted.Closing date: 13 June 2025You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.We are a disability confident employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible and welcome applications from all areas of society.We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,652 - £27,363 p.a.","publishDate":"2025-05-30T10:05:33.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d7b51cf2-eea0-4f9d-b4b4-716186f96d4e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f56a7edb-77eb-4edf-a291-1523bee7c3d0","title":"Team Leader","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Medina House","locationType":3,"description":"The ServiceChildren's Social Care provides Social Work interventions to children in need, this includes those children subject to child in need or protection plans and children looked after, the service also supports care experienced young people and children with disabilities. It is the responsibility of Children's Social Care to offer a range of options for children who need placements outside their families, including fostering and residential care alongside adoption, special guardianship and kinship arrangements.The RoleYou will join a team of Team Leaders based in the North Locality Family Support & Safeguarding Team, supporting Social Workers at ASYE (assessed and supported year in employment), main and higher grade level. You will report to the Service Leader and will be based at Medina House in Cosham. You will supervise a team of Social Workers supporting vulnerable children open to the Department. The role requires the individual to ensure all team requirements are met regarding:- Staff development- Performance management- Compliance with statutory guidance and local policies and procedures- Quality Assurance- Embedding a restorative approach to practice- Driving forward our improvement goalsThe Team Leader will be responsible for supporting Social Work staff to assess need and identifyinterventions in order to safeguard the wellbeing of vulnerable children, creating high quality plans and providing robust support. This will be done through regular quality supervision, opportunities for reflective practice and the chairing of planning meetings. You will ensure that children are central to assessment, planning and intervention and that their views and the views of their parents/carers are properly embedded in all aspects of service planning and delivery. Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this roleAttendance requirements to the designated workplace for the role in line with the Hybrid Working-This role is based at the North Locality, Medina House, Cosham, it is a fully office-based role with little opportunity for hybrid working.The ideal candidateAn experienced Social Worker who understands the value of Social Work intervention with very vulnerable children and their families. We are seeking inspirational, committed and motivated individuals who are ready to shape the changing face of Social Work today raising professional standards by delivering and developing an expert service. You will have a recognised professional qualification in Social Work, excellent organisational and communication skills, and take pride in everything you do. You will be curious and creative and above all have a 'can do' attitude. You will be able to work as part of a team and ensure that front-line practice contributes to strategic priorities. You will need to have a high level of scrutiny as you will be closely monitoring the work of the Social Workers in your team. You will need to have/be<ul>\n<li>A Diploma/Degree/MSc in Social Work and be Social Work England registered. </li>\n<li>Substantial post qualification Social Work experience in Children's Social Care, preferably in a Family Safeguarding Team. Experience of development and implementation of the business plan. </li>\n<li>The ability to use statutory procedures and local standards/processes to inform good practice and translate strategic priorities into front level practice. </li>\n<li>Able to demonstrate a level of authority and to be able to support, challenge and scrutinise professional practice. </li>\n<li>Able to contribute to the process of staff development, including reporting to the Service Leader about capability and disciplinary matters.</li>\n<li>Aware of the training calendar so as to identify priority courses for individuals in accordance with learning needs and to assist in the process of commissioning and developing training in accordance with the identified need. </li>\n<li>Good organisational skills, communication skills, written skills, IT skills and analytical skills.</li>\n<li>Resilient and able to lead by example and motivate staff. </li>\n</ul>If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Julia Newton -<a href=\"mailto:julia.newton@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">julia.newton@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>Application processWe anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. 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It also acts as the corporate parent for the city's Looked After Children. Going forward, the service and its Business Support function will embrace change, have a strong and sharp focus on exceptional customer care, and will respond flexibly and effectively to transformational developments.The RoleYou will provide high quality administrative Business Support within Fostering Team, initially office based during training and progressing to hybrid working. The Fostering teams recruit new foster carers and provide ongoing Support to existing foster carers. The role plays a vital part in the Business Support Administrative functions to ensure the smooth-running of business processes. Most work involves both written and oral communication to provide high quality customer care and towards the production of accurate and professional records, as well as the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.Your duties will include many or all of the following:<ul>\n<li>Minute taking at meetings: Workshops/Partnership meetings/Mockingbird meetings, Panel meetings often of a sensitive and/or confidential nature.</li>\n<li>Entering data into service information and caseload systems.</li>\n<li>Dealing with telephone, email and face-to-face enquiries.</li>\n<li>Facilitating a workflow for placing orders for goods and services and co-ordinating the payment of invoices.</li>\n<li>Providing administrative support for training courses/events/conferences/meetings etc.</li>\n<li>Maintaining files and documentation, carrying out all necessary word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation duties.</li>\n<li>Ordering equipment and travel requirements for Foster Carers.</li>\n<li>Providing Panel Administrator function for Fostering panels in compliance with statutory requirements, including the collation, checking, distribution of all Panel documentation and providing administrative support to Panel members.</li>\n</ul>The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be <ul>\n<li>Strong administrative skills with experience of working in an administrative/customer focused role. Experience of working in Children and Families Services.</li>\n<li>Excellent telephone, written and face to face communication skills to be able to deal with a variety of wide range of callers which is essential to the post.</li>\n<li>A good listener as you will need to get the right information from a caller in order to put them in touch with the right people in the office and an awareness of sensitive issues when dealing with service users.</li>\n<li>The ability to develop a good professional rapport with a variety of people.</li>\n<li>Be an exemplar and at the forefront of ensuring high standards of customer care and customer service. Empathy for others as you will be dealing with some difficult and upsetting situations</li>\n<li>Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload, good attention to detail and level of accuracy</li>\n<li>Strong literacy and numeracy skills to respond to internal/external correspondence/email and to be able to take detailed complex minutes</li>\n<li>A good working knowledge of using databases and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook</li>\n<li>A good awareness of Data Protection, Information Governance and Safeguarding Issues</li>\n<li>The ability to work flexibly to meet the requirements of the team and wider service</li>\n<li>To be a good team player, also able to work on own initiative.</li>\n</ul>Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this roleApplication processWe anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>. About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800 ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 5, £25,652 to £27,373 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-28T11:14:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-11T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/83a8e958-2e58-428b-b6b0-566b90ba0bb3.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"de6ce5d7-0930-4d08-84bc-51edbaf2f4be","title":"Out of Hours Officer","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Portsmouth","locationType":3,"description":"As an Out of Hours Officer, you will be the first point of contact for residents, contractors, and partner agencies seeking urgent support outside of standard office hours. Working independently and often alone, you will respond to a wide range of service needs across Portsmouth City Council’s housing portfolio, including emergency repairs, alarm activations, homelessness support, and welfare checks. This is a dynamic, hands-on role that requires excellent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and sound judgement. You will be expected to visit residents’ homes, assess situations, and take appropriate action—including using lifting equipment to assist individuals who have fallen (full training provided). The role also includes responding to cleaning requests, providing access to properties, and supporting vulnerable residents. Clear, concise communication is essential, particularly when handing over cases to in-hours teams to ensure continuity of service. You will need to be confident using multiple IT systems to log and escalate issues, and comfortable working across a variety of service areas with shifting priorities. Skills: Your application needs to demonstrate that you: 1.\tCan work flexibly and reliably outside of standard office hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays, as part of a rota-based team. 2.\tHave excellent customer service skills, with the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure in a fast-paced environment. 3.\tAre confident working independently, including lone working, and can manage your own workload while prioritising multiple and sometimes competing demands. 4.\tHave strong problem-solving skills, using sound judgement to assess situations, make decisions, and take appropriate action—often in real time. 5.\tCommunicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to ensure accurate handovers and continuity of service between out-of-hours and in-hours teams. 6.\tAre adaptable and resilient, able to respond to a wide range of service requests across different environments and adjust quickly to changes in procedures or priorities. 7.\tAre comfortable working in the community, including visiting residents’ homes, assessing situations on site, and making decisions that support resident safety and wellbeing. 8.\tAre willing and able to carry out physical aspects of the role (training provided) to assist residents who may have fallen or require mobility support. 9.\tHave strong IT skills, with experience using databases and spreadsheets to log, track, and analyse information accurately. 10.\tHave experience in resource coordination, including allocating tasks to contractors or staff and ensuring timely responses to service needs. 11.\tHold a full UK driving licence, and are able to travel across Portsmouth to respond to service demands as required. 12.\tCan identify and manage risk, ensuring the safety of yourself, colleagues, and residents in all situations. 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This includes Children in Need of Support, Protection and Care, including Care Experienced, Children with Disabilities and Young People who offend and/or are at risk of exploitation.We are committed to being on an active anti-racist journey. In 2024 we signed up to the Social Care Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES).The WRES programme aims to progress workforce race equality in adult and children's social care and empower local authorities to address any gaps or concerns of inequality in their workforce.Children's Social care has a vibrant and diverse community of practitioners who meet monthly at the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) Forum.The group offers a safe space for celebrating ethnicity, sharing experiences, discussing concerns, and building a network for practitioners across the directorate.The RoleThis role is based at the North Locality, Medina House, Cosham, it is a fully office-based role with little opportunity for hybrid working.You will take professional responsibility for managing a complex caseload which will include individuals, children, carers and families who require support and guidance.Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision-making and be able to sustain engagement with fluctuating circumstances and capacities, including where there is hostility and risk.Take the lead in managing positive intervention that prevent deterioration in health and wellbeing whilst safeguarding people at risk of abuse or neglect.Undertake assessment and planning for safeguarding in more complex cases, and support colleagues by utilising safeguarding skills, in line with current policies and procedures.Play a leading role in practice development, help promote and sustain a learning culture and mentor less experienced staff.Deliver formal professional reflective supervision and provide guidance and advice regarding casework to less experienced qualified staff. Where required, take the role of practice educator (or train as a practice educator) for students. Share and present professional knowledge and expertise to colleagues within the team and with other partners. Co-work (where appropriate) with less experienced qualified staff.Take professional and personal responsibility for clear recording of analysis and judgements, maintaining up to date case records on the database as required. Take responsibility for working within the Directorate’s data protection policies. Chair professional meetings where appropriate.Support and lead the Global Ethnic Majority Forum (GEM)The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be<ul>\n<li>Have a social work qualification (degree, diploma or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England. Currently be practising at an Experienced Social Worker level, i.e. Social Worker with substantial experience.</li>\n<li>Have a commitment to undertake relevant continued professional development.</li>\n<li>Have a full UK driving licence or be able to show that you are taking lessons, as you will be visiting various locations across Portsmouth and further afield.</li>\n<li>Offer high support and high challenge to families and professionals ensuring anti discriminatory practice and equal opportunities is adhered to.</li>\n<li>Have the ability to influence and engage social workers, managers, senior leaders to embed the very best anti-racist practice based upon research.</li>\n<li>Be a confident facilitator, have a keen interest in social justice, practice education and anti-oppressive practice.</li>\n</ul>Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this roleIf you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Julia Newton -<a href=\"mailto:julia.newton@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">julia.newton@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>Application processWe anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>. About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council iscommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require anysupportin completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800 ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 11, £45,718 to £49,764 plus a recruitment and retention package of £3,000 market supplement per annum, paid monthly,","publishDate":"2025-05-23T11:18:32.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-11T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f534d6b2-8e30-4efe-915b-c871068b3df6.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f27739c7-be3d-4b55-ab2f-b8df13bcdf96","title":"Experienced Social Worker - Fostering (Supervising and supporting approved foster carers)","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices","locationType":3,"description":"This is an ideal opportunity to use your knowledge and experience to work with foster carers and children we care for to supervise and enhance the development of foster carers.We currently have an opportunity for a social worker in the following area:Supervising and supporting approved foster carers We want individuals to champion the very best social work practice, who are motivated, flexible, enthusiastic, passionate and with a \"can do\" attitude who share our passion for improving children's and young persons' lives.Our service is committed to high standards and a culture of restorative practice. We are continuing to increase foster carer numbers and the menu of support to carers year on year. This is an exciting time to join Portsmouth City Council Fostering Service as we strive to further enhance outcomes for the children we care for. We are committed to professional development and the provision of training to staff and all our carers.The RoleSupervising social workers manage and support a caseload of foster carers to provide excellent care to ensure the best outcomes for children we care for - supporting carers to apply a trauma informed approach in their care of children. The role is critical in supporting the carer to develop good relationships with children and their families, providing stable nurturing family homes for as long as the children need to be with them.Supervising social workers support foster carers as members of the team around the child developing good working relationships with a range of professionals involved with children and their families. They have a sound understanding of the statutory duties of a fostering service and be able to work to statutory and service timescales. There is a range of care types within the fostering service, including the Mockingbird Model of Care with which supervising social workers are involved. Portsmouth provides comprehensive support to carers, including a duty rota system during working hours, training pathway, support groups, carer mentoring scheme, social events and an out of hours service to carers.The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be <ul>\n<li>A social work qualification (degree, diploma or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England, have suitable post qualifying experience in children and families work - experience of working with children we care for and/or foster carers.</li>\n<li>You will have an understanding of models of therapeutic parenting that enables you to support carers to meet the needs of traumatised children and promote placement stability.</li>\n<li>Be motivated to achieve excellent outcomes for children and have the ability to celebrate success and also challenge poor practice. </li>\n<li>Have a sound understanding of legislation and care standards relating to children, fostering & safeguarding.</li>\n<li>Use restorative practice working with carers, families and professionals. Be solution focused, openly communicate and explore issues that may be challenging for potential carers or approved carers. </li>\n<li>Have excellent presentation skills to support the production and delivery of virtual and face to face training for carers.</li>\n<li>Have good written skills and be able to gather record and maintain accurate information in a clear and concise way to support your work- producing coherent and analytical reports.</li>\n<li>Be someone who enjoys a busy atmosphere who can cope with competing demands and the challenges that come with them. Be a resilient , supportive, and a flexible team member with a willingness to participate in other team tasks in the fostering service.</li>\n<li>Be willing to participate in the Out of Hours Foster Carers Support Service. Have the ability to meet the travel commitments of the post when assessing or supporting carers outside Portsmouth City including overnight stays if required. </li>\n</ul> Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this role If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Jackie Clark - <a href=\"mailto:jackie.clark2@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">jackie.clark2@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> Application processWe anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800 ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Experienced Social Worker- Band 10, £41,510 - £45,718 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-23T10:32:42.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3e711e59-b7be-4302-b8fb-c10f395de4d5.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bdee5d6c-9f97-46d0-b598-37592282b8f6","title":"HRA Building Safety Manager","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Portsmouth","locationType":3,"description":"We are seeking a HRA Building Safety Manager to join the Compliance Service within Building Services of the Housing, Neighbourhood and Building Services (HNB) Directorate. The role will have responsibility for managing the Building Safety Team, ensuring the team delivers on critical areas of building safety and fire safety for both the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) and General Fund (GRA) assets. The building safety activities managed by the team are diverse and focus on activities arisen from the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022, Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 and the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023. Candidates must be enthusiastic, good communicators and qualified Building Surveyors with extensive experience of providing a range of building surveying professional services, assisting with the creation of fire remediation programmes and managing consultant and building projects to both housing and corporate assets. Skills: 1.\tHave extensive project management / delivery knowledge, a degree qualification in a relevant building surveying or construction related subject and have or working towards RICS or CIOB member status. Where a professional qualification is not held, candidate is to have extensive knowledge and experience in the area. Have or be willing to obtain a Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management. 2.\tMotivate and inspire team members to continually improve both themselves and the services they provide. Undertake line management functions for direct reports, this includes regular 1-2-1's, team briefs, absence, conduct and performance issues. Undertake reviews into the structure and resources of services working with HR colleagues to ensure that all legislative and corporate policy requirements are met. 3.\tWork with Councillors and the administration to plan and prioritise specific projects ensuring engagement and understanding of the fire remediation capital programme. 4.\tHave a proven track record of managing and leading a team managing building projects and consultants. 5.\tHave extensive knowledge of building design and building construction technology including fire and building safety elements and be able to advise or coach others. 6.\tHave extensive knowledge of building related legislation and application. Specifically, the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, building regulations, planning policy, party wall act, fire safety, with the ability to advise others to ensure processes within the team comply with the legislation. Have a thorough understanding of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023. 7.\tHave extensive knowledge of contracts, contract law and guidance including their application and administration. Specifically, to include a range of contracts within the JCT and NEC contract suites both for works and consultant contracts, with the ability to advise others regarding contract management. 8.\tHave good knowledge, experience and be able to apply construction related health & safety legislation generally including advising others. Specifically, the CDM Regulations 2015 and asbestos at work regulations, with the ability to advise others and ensure processes within the team comply with the legislation. 9.\tExperience of developing a team of property professionals including recruitment and management of relevant professional development programmes. 10.\tExperience of managing and leading substantial complex projects with multiple external consultants from feasibility, procurement, contract administration until practical completion. 11.\tRelevant knowledge to develop the building safety programme alongside resident engagement strategies through an understanding of customer demand incorporating consultation with our residents, stakeholders, Ward Cllrs and the Administration. 12.\tHave relevant knowledge and experience to apply cost control and budget management techniques managing budgets of approximately £5m per annum. Demonstrate commercial awareness and be able to undertake cost estimates for building work, exercise financial control and assess value for money for the service provided when evaluating the applications for payment and manage client fees. 13.\tHave relevant experience of using and coaching all Microsoft packages; in particular be able to demonstrate practical IT skills using Excel spreadsheets to analyse data and PowerBi Dashboard and MS Project to assist planning as well as the ability to use various software packages as part of undertaking the role including capability charts and Photoshop. 14.\tHave relevant experience of AutoCAD or similar drawing packages to produce and coach others preparing relevant documents and be able to interpret and comment on complex drawings. 15.\tHave relevant experience of interpreting complex specialists' reports related to building safety and advise on the outcome and any remediation works required. 16.\tHave relevant experience of leading public procurement using the appropriate rules and procedures for consultant building work to gain quotations and tenders including managing and developing consultant frameworks. 17.\tBe able to interrogate, analyse and evaluate stock data, project information and repair details providing updates to government agencies as required. Being able to manage the Building Projects Database, ensuring consistency and quality of recording of information. 18.\tBe organised and methodical when managing resources available, including allocating workloads to technical staff, to provide the service. 19.\tBe an excellent communicator and assertive as necessary ensuring excellent working relationships are maintained. Be able to engage with resident groups regarding building safety and investigate complaints. 20.\tDemonstrate confidence and skill to effectively deliver engaging presentations that are tailored to the understanding of the audience. 21.\tHave a full driving licence and provide a car for work, as you will be visiting sites across Portsmouth and surrounding areas so will need to travel effectively between them. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 13 - £59,017 - £66,085 p.a.","publishDate":"2025-05-23T10:05:02.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-23T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/99dbb785-8449-4178-b99c-426c8be37dc1.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ab0eb9ee-2ccd-4779-92a5-9bfb8dc23bf3","title":"Occupational Therapy Administration Officer","employer":"Isle of Wight Council","department":"","location":"Isle of Wight","locationType":3,"description":"30 hours per week\nWe have an exciting opportunity available within Adult Social Care Isle of Wight. We are seeking a self-motivated administrator with excellent communication skills to join our community occupational therapy service. The role encompasses but not limited to the following:\n<ul>\n<li>Answering the phone and taking referrals into the service and signposting where needed.</li>\n<li>Assisting in triaging referrals into the service.</li>\n<li>Managing the inbox as point of contact into the service and dealing with enquiries.</li>\n<li>Managing service statistics and outcomes that feed into the wider Adult Social Care reports.</li>\n</ul>\nWe have a positive, supportive culture and working environment. You will be at the heart of a busy team, supporting us to provide excellent customer care. We have a flexible working policy and actively support work/life balance.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 5, £25,583.00 to £25,992.00 per annum pro-rata (actual salary £20,742.97 to £21,074.59)","publishDate":"2025-05-21T11:09:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/bfede21b-d5fb-4a28-8c95-48f4fd207be4.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"146dd694-f66e-43ee-922f-62212fd21dcc","title":"Transport Delivery Project Manager","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Guildhall Square","locationType":3,"description":"About Portsmouth City CouncilPortsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>. Job introduction<ul><li>We are looking for a Transport Delivery Project Manager to join our Transport Delivery team to deliver transport projects in support of the vision and objectives of the Portsmouth Transport Strategy and national transport priorities. This is a full-time role based at the Civic Offices with some hybrid working depending on business needs.</li></ul>Your new role<ul><li>Main Duties and Responsibilities:<ol>\n<li>Implement and follow approved governance process.</li>\n<li>Confirm feasibility of projects including budget, resources and timeline.</li>\n<li>Set goals and objectives, defining roles and producing schedules and timelines for tasks.</li>\n<li>Budget management.</li>\n<li>Progress monitoring.</li>\n<li>Identifying and managing risks.</li>\n<li>Managing relationships with stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Providing accurate and regular reports to the Board and senior management.</li>\n</ol>\n</li></ul>Who is the person summary:<ul>\n<li>Have a good level of education including qualifications in Maths and English.</li>\n<li>Hold PRINCE 2 Practitioner qualification or equivalent qualification or equivalent project management experience</li>\n</ul>Applicants are expected to have demonstrable experience in the following areas:<ul>\n<li>Project and /or Programme Management - lifecycle from brief through to closure, as described in the role details above.</li>\n<li>Presentation and articulation</li>\n<li>Managing multi-disciplinary consultant teams and procuring contractors</li>\n<li>Managing and operating large and complex budgets</li>\n<li>Developing productive working partnerships with stakeholders</li>\n</ul>Expertise in delivering transport projects is desirable, but not essential.For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached.Our recruitment processFull information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/\">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a>Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office 2 days a week (pro rata for part time) depending on the role and business needs.You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful.Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Interviews are anticipated to take place w/c 23rd June.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 10 - £41,510 to £45,718 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-21T08:37:42.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-11T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8e825845-c691-4435-8381-3b0f70158503.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"36447566-3c47-437a-94c0-247e114ee6e3","title":"Quay Assistant/Cleaner","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Portsmouth International Port","locationType":3,"description":"Quay Assistant/ Cleaner - Port Service Salary: Band 5 - £25,652 to £27,363 pa (including allowances £37,864.85 to £40,390.45) Hours: An average of 43.16 hours per week (including weekends and Bank Holidays). The shift pattern is 4 early shifts (0545 to 1455) followed by 2 days off, 4 late shifts (1440 to 2400), followed by 2 days off. This post is one of a team of twelve Quay Assistants (in 3 gangs). The Service: Portsmouth City Council controls all its maritime activities through the Port Service. Portsmouth International Port (PIP) comprises the Continental Ferry Port (CFP), Flathouse and Albert Johnson Quays and the Camber. What is the role? Based at Portsmouth International Port, and reporting to the Berthing Master, the main duties of the role is the berthing and slipping of ships, conducting linkspan safety watches, general cleaning and other operational duties at Portsmouth International Port (PIP). The main duties are: •\tBerthing and slipping of ships including all associated equipment and handling. •\tMaintenance of quayside and all related equipment. •\tCleaning duties throughout PIP including use of machinery if required. •\tLoading, unloading, stores distribution and baggage handling as directed. •\tTo assist the Berthing Master as directed in their routine tasks. •\tto comply with all PIP and Portsmouth City Council policies and procedures, also all quality standards. •\tTo undertake any other \treasonable tasks management requests. •\tTo deliver sufficient service as expected by Portsmouth City Council and PIP. This is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing needs of the service, or as reasonably requested by the supervisor/ line manager. Skills: •\tHaving a good knowledge of seamanship skills and be competent in the use of ropes and heaving lines would be beneficial. •\tYou should be trained and competent in manual handling techniques. •\tPrevious, experience of the berthing and slipping of vessels would be beneficial. •\tYou should have an awareness of the Health & Safety at Work Act. •\tYou must be customer focused and be able to demonstrate your ability in communicating with people at all levels within the organisation as well as with external customers, port users and the general public. •\tYou should be happy to work shifts, you should be able to work outdoors in all weathers and be confident working alone as well as part of a team. •\tYou must be physically fit and healthy and able to swim short distances. •\tExperience in the operation of linkspans and quayside equipment would be beneficial. •\tExperience in firefighting and lifesaving procedures would be beneficial. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 5 - £25,652 to £27,363 pa (including allowances £37,864.85 to £40,390.45)","publishDate":"2025-05-20T12:05:59.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4df96c81-67d6-4d1d-a79b-585ee0818fe2.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bc03a452-8ae4-42a6-a8d8-cf1ad5d5893c","title":"Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA","employer":"Isle of Wight Council","department":"","location":"Isle of Wight","locationType":3,"description":"Full time 30 hours per week (46.2 weeks per year)\nFixed-Term contract\nSituated on the Isle of Wight within 10 minutes’ drive of each school, St Francis and St Blasius are thriving primary schools with a strong focus on helping every child achieve their God-given potential. With an Ofsted rating of 'Good' and a commitment to core values, the school boasts beautiful premises that provide an inspiring environment for learning.\nWe are seeking an exceptional HLTA to join our dedicated team. As a qualified HLTA with a proven track record of accelerating pupil progress, you will be passionate about children's learning through the curriculum. Knowledge of supporting pupils with additional educational needs to work in a small class environment would be an advantage.\nJoin our dedicated team at St Francis and St Blasius Primary Academy and be part of a school that is committed to helping every child achieve their God-given potential. With our Ofsted 'Good' rating, core values, and beautiful school premises, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our pupils.\nThe Executive Headteacher welcomes all prospective candidates to visit our school prior.\nA relocation allowance may be considered for the right candidate.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 6 - Scp 18-22, £31,537.00 to £33,699.00 per annum pro rata","publishDate":"2025-05-19T17:19:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-17T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/51c425d4-0c9b-4366-bc7c-18c7ec231e87.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"084017e8-6b99-41a7-ae48-d01dfa8889ac","title":"Experienced Social Worker (Adoption)","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Office, Portsmouth","locationType":3,"description":"The ServiceThe children's Adoption Team is part of the Children We Care For Service andsupports children and their families when adoption is considered as a permanentoption for the child.Portsmouth Adoption Agency works in partnership with the Regional AdoptionAgency Adopt South which recruits and assesses prospective adoptive families.The Adoption Team collaborates with Adopt South to identify the best match for achild waiting for an adoptive family. What is the role?You will be:Parallel Planning where the Local Authority is considering adoption as one of the permanence options for a child.Working alongside Adopt South Family Finding Team to identify prospective adopters for children subject to Placement Orders and for those children who need to move to Fostering For Adoption/Early Permanence families.Progressing the linking process through information sharing and presentation to adoption panel. Preparing adoption placement reports and adoption support plans to enable the panel and subsequently the Agency Decision Maker to consider the proposed link.Preparing Annex A reports, court statements and attend court in response to applications challenging the adoption process as well as for the adoption order hearing.Supporting birth family members as they say goodbye to their children moving to adoption but also set up considered and appropriate Keeping In Touch arrangements so that these relationships can be maintained. The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be<ul>\n<li>A diploma in social work or equivalent, be registered with Social Work England and have a good amount of experience in children's social work.</li>\n<li>A sound understanding of the needs of Looked After Children and permanence. Including the legislation around children and safeguarding.</li>\n<li>A good understanding of the effects of early life experiences on a child’s attachment, emotional and physical development</li>\n<li>Strong communication skills to enable you to communicate with children, families and other agencies.</li>\n<li>Excellent assessment skills to enable you to identify suitable adopters to make recommendations regarding matches with children. Highly competent in producing clear, evidence based analytical assessment reports for families, adoption panels and courts within government anddepartmental timescales.</li>\n<li>Flexible, to accommodate the needs of the service and adoption community in offering visits at evenings and weekends and willing to travel some distances using most efficient means- this can often include using a hire car, so a driving licence would be desirable.</li>\n</ul>We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a weekPlease see the Job profile for the full details of this role If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact <a href=\"mailto:dave.crewe@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">dave.crewe@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> or 023 92 688 371.Application processWe anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800 ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Experienced Social Worker - Band 10, £41,510 to £45,718 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-19T14:11:17.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-09T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/98d504da-0b65-403a-8901-49159e92778b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e35cfeda-6ebd-461b-a470-c76565e7ce69","title":"Strategic Development Surveyor","employer":"Fareham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Fareham","locationType":2,"description":"Are you looking for a fulfilling and challenging professional role as part of a welcoming team and forward thinking environment?\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Asset Management team as a Strategic Development Surveyor, focussing on the delivery of Council development sites with the primary focus being Daedalus.\nDaedalus is the Borough’s largest employment site extending to approximately 369 acres. It has two business parks totalling 143 acres. The vision of the site is to become a premier location for aviation, aerospace engineering and advanced manufacturing businesses, creating many skilled employment opportunities. Further information on the site is available at <a href=\"http://www.faradayatdaedalus.co.uk\">www.faradayatdaedalus.co.uk</a>.\nAs part of our highly talented service, you will have some background in commercial development and site planning and will be able to work at both a strategic and operational level.\nYou’ll meet with a wide variety of challenges so need market facing experience of property along with drive. Negotiating transactions alongside external agents will be part of the role so influence, persuasiveness and excellent interpersonal skills are important. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. \nJoining one of the most forward-looking and well managed borough councils in the South East, your benefits will include: highly flexible working, a great pension scheme, parking, staff discount offers, tech and car lease schemes. \nFor an informal discussion please contact Steven Farndell, Head of Asset Management on 01329 824578 or email sfarndell@fareham.gov.uk \nClosing Date: 6th June 2025","shortDescription":"Asset Management seeks a Strategic Development Surveyor for Daedalus site, focusing on delivery of council development sites. Market-facing experience and a full driving license required.","salaryDescription":"£51,948 - £61,467 (dependent on experience)","publishDate":"2025-05-19T13:55:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/99f8a7c6-46ee-4d13-8056-1423e729a389.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":true},{"id":"e9abe7c5-7913-4fc0-8322-4e934d46fa6a","title":"Business Intelligence and Reports Development Lead","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices","locationType":3,"description":"This role will be part of the Commissioning and Performance service which sits within the Children, Families and Education directorate. The Strategic Intelligence will report to the Head of Planning and Partnerships and will support the aims of the Children's and Families services to help improve outcomes for our children and young people. The Role The Business Intelligence and Reports Development Lead supports Children and Families services through extraction of data and analysis from various case management systems to enable case holders to support their case work, for managers to track performance of their teams, and for senior management to make informed strategic decisions to help improve outcomes for children and young people.The post holder will manage a team of report developers within the Children's Services department. The lead will leverage their experience in similar leadership positions to maximise the capabilities of the existing team, processes, and report/BI outputs. They will propose and implement programs of improvement and efficient development practices. Additionally, the lead will be responsible for delivering and maintaining a robust and successful reporting offering to Children's Services, ensuring that the department's data needs are met with high-quality, timely, and accurate Business Intelligence outputs. This role is crucial in supporting the department's strategic objectives and enhancing its ability to respond to service demands and requirements. The ideal candidateWe are looking for someone that has a thirst for knowledge and wishes to use their problem solving skills to find innovative solutions to complex problems; to be able to suggest or explore key lines of enquiry and work intuitively within systems to develop data sets and analysis.You will need to have/beQualifications<ul>\n<li>Proven experience in a leadership role within a Business Intelligence/reporting environment.</li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of the Mosaic case management system.</li>\n<li>Experience working in a social care environment.</li>\n<li>Broad understanding of various reporting tools and infrastructures.</li>\n<li>Technical competence in Business Intelligence reporting.</li>\n<li>Experience in administering reporting tools and managing workspaces.</li>\n</ul>Skills<ul>\n<li>Excellent leadership and team management skills.</li>\n<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li>\n<li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills.</li>\n<li>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.</li>\n</ul>Technical Competencies<ul>\n<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Business Intelligence and reporting tools, including:</li>\n<li>Power BI</li>\n<li>SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)</li>\n<li>SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)</li>\n<li>Azure Data Factory</li>\n<li>Experience in the development of Power BI reports and dashboard development</li>\n</ul> Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post.We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week. If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Hayley Webb email <a href=\"mailto:hayley.webb@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">hayley.webb@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> Application processWe anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a> You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 11 - £45,718 to £49,764 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-14T11:45:03.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-13T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ea9eeb49-fecf-4a1b-815f-c6bbdc9814f2.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5ee66fa0-6dde-42a9-9996-040fd1083b10","title":"Strategic Intelligence and Information Manager","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices","locationType":3,"description":"This role will be part of the Commissioning and Performance service which sits within the Children, Families and Education directorate. The Strategic Intelligence will report to the Head of Planning and Partnerships and will support the aims of the Children's and Families services to help improve outcomes for our children and young people. The RoleThe Strategic Intelligence Manager will have overall responsibility for both information, data and performanceanalysis and participation activity, across the Directorate. The post holder will leverage their experience in similar leadership positions to maximise the capabilities of the existing team and to: <ul>\n<li>Bring together the information, performance and data teams within the Directorate to support integration and joined up planning, build resilience within the teams and create opportunities for personal development</li>\n<li>Strengthen and integrate our analytical capacity in order that our commissioning of integrated health, care and education services and placements is better informed by strong strategic, integrated, evidence-based analysis</li>\n<li>Develop our systems and capacity to use predictive analytics in order to better target our services to meet children's needs at an earlier point </li>\n<li>Support the data teams on our roadmap to improving reporting functionality and implementing programs of improvement and efficient report/PowerBI </li>\n</ul> The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be <ul>\n<li>Hold a Degree or equivalent and ideally a relevant Post Graduate qualification and / or professional qualification in statistics/data analysis and/or aspects of children’s services including education & have extensive knowledge of Education, Social Care and related information and data requirements</li>\n<li>A good understanding of the expectations of regulatory bodies and external inspection regimes with experience of successfully working with a variety of stakeholders at a senior or strategic level</li>\n<li>A strategic leader in applying an in-depth understanding of organisational roles and responsibilities, decision making and policy direction in Children's Services across local government and the NHS. Able to develop strong working relationships to engage and influence a variety of stakeholders</li>\n<li>Able to analyse, evaluate and interpret complex data, drawing clear and logical conclusions to inform confident strategic and service decision-making. Proactive in seeking opportunities to optimise the efficient use of data across the Directorate and local system. </li>\n<li>Able to lead collaboratively and have a track record of working positively with a range of partners and across organisational boundaries. The post holder will be visible and flexible in their approach and will value input from a range of colleagues. </li>\n<li>The tenacity to prioritise and organise own workload and that of others in a complex changing environment. Able to work with limited assistance and supervision and meet tight deadlines using personal time management and organisation skills.</li>\n<li>Have significant programme and / or project management experience</li>\n<li>Proficiency in PowerBI, SQL reporting and report and dashboard development</li>\n</ul> Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post.We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week. If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Hayley Webb email <a href=\"mailto:hayley.webb@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">hayley.webb@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> Application processWe anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at<a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 13 - £59,017 to £66,085 per annum.","publishDate":"2025-05-14T10:46:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-13T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/041bc7ff-d7d3-456c-bf30-4263fd6683d7.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"993e6f7a-059f-4829-9125-75cc473d7361","title":"Service Manager - SEND","employer":"Isle of Wight Council","department":"","location":"Isle of Wight","locationType":2,"description":"37 hours per week\nYou may be required to attend meetings outside of standard office hours\nDo you want to make the difference to the lives of children and young people across the Isle of Wight?\nDo you like a challenge, but want to live and work in a beautiful part of the country?\nIf so, come and join us on the Isle of Wight, as we transform education on the Island.\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen to lead and transform our SEN Specialist services. The post is responsible for ensuring that the SEN Statutory team achieve all of their statutory duties in line with legislation, but also to ensure that the service is providing a high level of support to our school leaders. The post also has The Speech and Language and Specialist Teaching Advisory Services under its management.\nThe post is based at County Hall in Newport but will require the successful candidate to be able to travel across the island to visit schools and settings as well as hold meetings with parents as required.\nThe successful candidate will need to have a high level of knowledge of the Children’s and families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice and will need to be able to provide strong leadership to the services they manage.\nWhat will you be doing?\n<ul>\n<li>Responsibility for transforming the SEN service and improving SEN provision for children and young people across the Island.</li>\n<li>Work with external stakeholders to improve the opportunities for our children and young people.</li>\n<li>Take responsibility for developing and monitoring service planning, including KPI’s.</li>\n<li>Represent the department within the various meetings and partnerships.</li>\n<li>Work with senior colleagues to drive forward the Education Strategy.</li>\n<li>Work with senior colleagues to improve SEN provision across the Island and contribute towards our Safety Valve work.</li>\n<li>Work with senior colleagues to contribute towards our Area SEND preparation.</li>\n<li>Improve the outcomes for children and young people with SEND.</li>\n</ul>\nAbout you\n<ul>\n<li>An experienced SEND officer or manager.</li>\n<li>Able to work as part of a team, taking responsibility for areas they lead on.</li>\n<li>Ability to access face to face meetings locally.</li>\n<li>High quality verbal and written communication skills.</li>\n<li>A commitment to ensuring children and young people across the Isle of Wight achieve their best outcomes and develop into independent adults.</li>\n</ul>\nAs a new department we are building our reputation and relationships with schools and across the council.\nWe are ready to embark on a journey of development and growth and we are looking for enthusiastic and creative people to join a Senior Leadership Team which supports an ethos of distributed leadership across the Service, and who will help all our colleagues to be the best they can be. \nWe look forward to hearing from applicants who have:\n<ul>\n<li>A commitment to creativity and innovation.</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.</li>\n<li>A passion for improving the life chances of others, and particularly those from vulnerable and/or marginalised groups.</li>\n<li>An ability to work collaboratively with different professionals.</li>\n</ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 15, £64,836.00 to £69,872.00 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-12T11:41:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-09T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4659cb24-fc0c-435b-ba2d-51e17f0634c2.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"24ab07e2-df56-4753-9d7a-4ce0b74d3c98","title":"Residential Social Services Officer","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Beechside, 235 Havant road, Drayton, PO6 1DA","locationType":3,"description":"The ServiceBeechside Short Break Service provides care and short break accommodation for up to six young people aged between 5 - 18 years.The service is tailored to meet individual children's needs that have a learning or a physical disability, often alongside communication needs.The aim of our service is to support children, providing them with a home away from home where they can develop confidence and flourish.The RoleThe key part of the role is working directly with children and young people.The role requires a child centred approach and ability to build warm, strong and positive relationships with our children and young people.You will be responsible for the day-to-day care of up to six children with a range of complex needs.You will be expected to apply relevant legislation, policies and procedures and guidance relating to residential childcare. You will be expected to work alongside other professionals such as social workers, schools and therapists to provide a consistent team approach to manage care & risk and attend meetings with young people or represent the team at meetings.You will work alongside children by helping them to achieve their specific individual needs and improving their future outcomes. You will be required to input information into the client database and carry out other related administrative tasks.Within the role you will also be required to attend meetings with young people or represent the team as appropriate.You will work a rolling shift pattern, whereby you will work a variety of shifts which include earlies, lates, weekends and sleep in duties.The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be <ul>\n<li>A QCF Level 3 Diploma in residential childcare or equivalent qualification. If you don’t have this qualification, then you will be required to work towards within 2 years of employment.</li>\n<li>Willing to use your initiative and make decisions around the needs of children on a day-to-day basis. Be flexible in being able to adapt to changing workloads of the team. Be able to work alone and as part of a team</li>\n<li>The ability to form warm and positive relationships with children to support their development and positive experiences. The ability to actively support children and encourage children to grow and flourish to their full potential. Have an awareness of the needs of children with learning and physical disabilities.</li>\n<li>Follow individual positive behaviour support plans including physical handling strategies such as Team Teach. Report and respond to any child protection concern in line with departmental procedures.</li>\n<li>Respond to and action any health needs of the children we care for.</li>\n<li>Safely handle, store and administrate medication including emergency medication.</li>\n<li>Provide and support children with personal care tasks following the child's individual care plans.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills, as you will be required to liaise with other agencies, parents, colleagues, and children. Be able to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English. This is essential for the post. </li>\n</ul>Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this role Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:Sam Stokes, Registered Manager, <a href=\"mailto:sam.stokes@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">sam.stokes@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>, 023 92 688 039 Application processWe anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council iscommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require anysupportin completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800 ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,652 - £27,363 per annum, pro rata, plus 17% shift allowance to include shift and weekend working. 24 Hours per week - worked on a Rota","publishDate":"2025-05-09T13:07:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7635f694-8498-4591-a699-11a8c95ff72e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"76a2463e-df24-4183-966c-bf999da2c41b","title":"Domestic Abuse Housing Advisor","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices & Housing Offices within Portsmouth & Havant","locationType":3,"description":"Portsmouth Homes is committed to ensuring that it's tenants and leaseholders can access the right support at the right time. Domestic abuse is the third most common cause of people losing their homes. Tenants and leaseholders at risk of or experiencing domestic abuse are supported by our Housing Officers who provide advice and assistance regarding the options available to them, for example helping make the person's current home safe for them to remain where that is what they want, exploring legal remedies available through the courts, or seeking alternative, safe accommodation. The Domestic Abuse Housing Specialist will work alongside the Housing Team to: •\tSupport Housing Officers to develop their skills and knowledge to recognise and manage domestic abuse cases. •\tOffer support and advice to Housing Officers on the management of complex tenancy matters related to domestic abuse cases •\tDevelop and deliver training to Housing Teams ensuring they are kept up to date with good practice and current legislation. •\tDevelop an effective toolkit for Housing Teams to support their management of domestic abuse cases. •\tDevelop learning and reflective practise across the service to ensure continuous learning. •\tTo advise on policy and processes •\tMake appropriate links to partner agencies to support Portsmouth Homes inclusion in relevant multi agency meetings and forums. •\tTo collate and use data to improve service delivery •\tCreate and present reports to provide oversight as part of the governance structure. The role: Working within the Anti-Social Behaviour team and reporting to the Anti-Social Behaviour Manager, the role of the Domestic Abuse Housing Specialist will: •\tbe co-located as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing specialist advice to Housing Officers on best practice to support survivors of domestic abuse •\tcontribute to statutory activities undertaken by the council including safeguarding in the home and advice to access safe accommodation. •\tProvide support and advice to Housing Officers to help residents who are experiencing or at risk of experiencing domestic abuse regarding the options available to them, and provide the help they need to follow the right option for them •\tProvide support and advice to Housing Officers to help residents (male and female) who are experiencing domestic abuse or are using unhealthy behaviours in their relationships, which is impacting upon their welfare and that of any dependants. •\twork within the Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) framework to engage wider local partnerships to identify and assess survivors of domestic abuse and to provide a proactive crisis intervention to reduce risk and meet the needs of all family members •\tprovide support and practical information to Housing Officers on options available to empower and enable survivors and household members to improve the impact of unhealthy behaviours and develop healthy behaviours. This will include assistance with immediate safety planning and/or advice on how to access emergency accommodation as well as supporting access to other services to help meet their and their dependants needs. •\tProvide support to enable housing teams to hold those who use abusing or unhealthy behaviours to account and signpost to support to change behaviours •\tprovide a restorative, strengths-based approach to meet complex households needs and manage information in a calm and professional manner •\twork alongside colleagues to provide face-to-face and telephone support, including safety planning, advocacy and crisis intervention •\tuphold confidentiality whilst adhering to a multi-agency model of safeguarding vulnerable adults, children and young people •\tbe responsible for continual self-learning and development and be able to deliver advice, guidance and training to both internal and external colleagues and partners •\tunderstand the complexity of needs and circumstances of adults and young people who are experiencing abusive and unhealthy behaviours as 'victims', 'perpetrators' or 'survivors' and be able to support and empower all household members to recognise the impact and dynamics of this behaviour •\twork collaboratively with relevant statutory and non-statutory partners to strengthen and maximise the impact of multi-agency plans which support the wider household and family network. Ensuring that individuals needs have been identified and addressed, including safeguarding needs and risk of harm •\tAttend court when required to provide support to victims Skills: As a Domestic Abuse Housing Specialist, you will need to: 1.\thold an IDVA accreditation, a relevant vocational qualification, or have experience of working within a domestic abuse service and be willing to undertake relevant training and accreditation as necessary and appropriate 2.\thave experience of working with domestic abuse in a professional or voluntary capacity 3.\thave an understanding and appreciation of the relationship features and dynamics of domestic abuse and unhealthy behaviours, and how to achieve and maintain a healthy relationship whilst exercising professional curiosity 4.\thave the confidence and competence to communicate clearly and accurately, both verbally and in writing 5.\tcan build and maintain empowering, strengths-based relationships with adults 6.\thave a good working knowledge and experience of promoting anti-discriminatory practice and addressing equality opportunity issues 7.\toffer a restorative approach to engage with colleagues and families 8.\thave experience of providing evidence-based interventions to both individuals and groups 9.\thave a working knowledge of the MARAC process, the threshold of assessing needs and risk, and the DASH Risk Identification and Assessment and Management Model 10.\thave an ability to manage crisis and have professional resilience to respond effectively in stressful circumstances 11.\tbe confident in making safe decisions independently as well as being receptive to seeking and receiving additional professional advice and guidance from others 12.\texperience of complex assessments, analysing information and developing strengths based, outcome focused plans with survivors that engage their household 13.\thave good computer skills (as required to navigate electronic databases and case management systems and use Microsoft Office) and be able to keep and maintaining up-to-date, accurate and comprehensive records 14.\thave a good knowledge of the Data Protection Act and an understanding of client confidentiality 15.\tunderstand and have experience of children and adult safeguarding, both in terms of practice approaches, policy and legal processes 16.\tmaintain a keen interest in relevant local and national developments You will need to be a car owner with a full driving license and be willing to work across several office bases in Portsmouth and Havant. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 8 - £35,235 - £37,937 p.a.","publishDate":"2025-05-07T10:14:41.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2c863f39-11b8-4e0e-aab9-f43fb7d6161e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"921eb105-8d66-4932-960c-3e914c98f107","title":"Deputy Director - Adult Social Care","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Portsmouth","locationType":3,"description":"About Portsmouth City CouncilPortsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.Job introductionFollowing a retirement, Portsmouth City Council is seeking a Deputy Director of Adult Social Care operations to support our residents in Portsmouth to live the lives they want to live.This exciting and varied role will suit you if you have substantial experience working at a senior leadership level in adult social care and a recognised social work qualification.Your new roleWe will be looking to you to deliver on our <a href=\"https://www.portsmouth.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/78.349-ASC-strategy-document-2024-2027aa-accessible.pdf\">strategy</a> and improvement plan (which can be supplied on request) and to lead a broad range of services from learning disabilities to safeguarding; from mental health to long-term support.This is a challenging but critical role, where you can really make a difference, developing our commitment to supporting residents with care and support needs, and making our city a healthier and happier place.We have a strong history of working together with our partners to deliver better outcomes for our residents:<ul>\n<li>Corporate Plan 2024-2026</li>\n<li><a href=\"https://imagineportsmouth.co.uk/the-vision/\">City Vision</a></li>\n</ul>In this role you will be a champion of high-quality practice, with a focus on continual improvement. You will be an advocate for partnership and collaborative working, building upon our already strong city-wide relationships. Our committed and caring workforce will give you the platform to drive innovation and transformation and evolve how we support residents through strengths-based practice with a focus on outcomes and learning.You will have the opportunity to champion and represent the authority in the South-East through regional ADASS networks. You will join a strong and experienced senior leadership team, who care passionately about our residents and empowering our workforce to deliver their best practice.Who is the personWe are looking for an experienced leader with a recognised social work qualification, who is creative, and who will bring transformation that delivers positive outcomes. Reporting directly to the Director of Adult Social Care, you will be part of an experienced Directorate Leadership Team, leading and managing operational teams. The Deputy Director will create the right culture and environment for the workforce to flourish and ensure operational plans are delivered. You will be a visible leader who gives direction and has an impact.For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached.Our recruitment processFull information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/\">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a>Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office 2 days a week (pro rata for part time) depending on the role and business needs. You will be required to support out of hours cover for the service.You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful.Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Andy Biddle, Director of Adult Social Care: andy.biddle@portsmouthcc.gov.ukWe are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-privacy-policies\">privacy notice</a> before submitting any information.You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles.Interview DatesCandidates that are successfully shortlisted will be invited to a 3-stage interview process, including both an internal and external stakeholder panel, followed by an interview panel and case study. 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Youth Justice Service Social Worker

Isle of Wight Council

Grade 10, £36,778.00 to £39,522.00 per annum + Market supplement & standby allowance

Isle of Wight (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Closing today

Support Worker

Portsmouth City Council

£25,652 - £27,363 p.a.

SensePlus Portsmouth (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Team Leader

Portsmouth City Council

Band 12, £50,787 to £54,999 per annum, with an additional market supplement of £2500 per annum paid monthly

Medina House (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Business Support Officer

Portsmouth City Council

Band 5, £25,652 to £27,373 per annum

Floor 4 Core 2, Civic Offices (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Out of Hours Officer

Portsmouth City Council

Band 7 - £31,067 - £35,235 p.a. plus 22% shift allowance (for 30 hours per week inclusive of shift allowance this is £30,731 - £34,853 p.a.)

Civic Offices, Portsmouth (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Advanced Social Work Practitioner (Specialism Anti Racist Practice)

Portsmouth City Council

Band 11, £45,718 to £49,764 plus a recruitment and retention package of £3,000 market supplement per annum, paid monthly,

Medina House (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Experienced Social Worker - Fostering (Supervising and supporting approved foster carers)

Portsmouth City Council

Experienced Social Worker- Band 10, £41,510 - £45,718 per annum

Civic Offices (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

HRA Building Safety Manager

Portsmouth City Council

Band 13 - £59,017 - £66,085 p.a.

Civic Offices, Portsmouth (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Occupational Therapy Administration Officer

Isle of Wight Council

Grade 5, £25,583.00 to £25,992.00 per annum pro-rata (actual salary £20,742.97 to £21,074.59)

Isle of Wight (On-Site)

Posted 10 days ago

Transport Delivery Project Manager

Portsmouth City Council

Band 10 - £41,510 to £45,718 per annum

Civic Offices, Guildhall Square (On-Site)

Posted 10 days ago

Quay Assistant/Cleaner

Portsmouth City Council

Band 5 - £25,652 to £27,363 pa (including allowances £37,864.85 to £40,390.45)

Portsmouth International Port (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA

Isle of Wight Council

Grade 6 - Scp 18-22, £31,537.00 to £33,699.00 per annum pro rata

Isle of Wight (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Experienced Social Worker (Adoption)

Portsmouth City Council

Experienced Social Worker - Band 10, £41,510 to £45,718 per annum

Civic Office, Portsmouth (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Enhanced job

Closing in 6 days

Strategic Development Surveyor

Fareham Borough Council

£51,948 - £61,467 (dependent on experience)

Fareham (Hybrid)

Posted 12 days ago

Asset Management seeks a Strategic Development Surveyor for Daedalus site, focusing on delivery of council development sites. Market-facing experience and a full driving license required.

Business Intelligence and Reports Development Lead

Portsmouth City Council

Band 11 - £45,718 to £49,764 per annum

Civic Offices (On-Site)

Posted 17 days ago

Strategic Intelligence and Information Manager

Portsmouth City Council

Band 13 - £59,017 to £66,085 per annum.

Civic Offices (On-Site)

Posted 17 days ago

Service Manager - SEND

Isle of Wight Council

Grade 15, £64,836.00 to £69,872.00 per annum

Isle of Wight (Hybrid)

Posted 19 days ago

Residential Social Services Officer

Portsmouth City Council

£25,652 - £27,363 per annum, pro rata, plus 17% shift allowance to include shift and weekend working. 24 Hours per week - worked on a Rota

Beechside, 235 Havant road, Drayton, PO6 1DA (On-Site)

Posted 22 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Domestic Abuse Housing Advisor

Portsmouth City Council

Band 8 - £35,235 - £37,937 p.a.

Civic Offices & Housing Offices within Portsmouth & Havant (On-Site)

Posted 24 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Deputy Director - Adult Social Care

Portsmouth City Council

Band 17 - £89,707 to £98,935 per annum

Civic Offices, Portsmouth (On-Site)

Posted 25 days ago

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24 job vacancies in Portsmouth

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Youth Justice Service Social Worker

Support Worker

Team Leader

Business Support Officer

Out of Hours Officer

Advanced Social Work Practitioner (Specialism Anti Racist Practice)

Experienced Social Worker - Fostering (Supervising and supporting approved foster carers)

HRA Building Safety Manager

Occupational Therapy Administration Officer

Transport Delivery Project Manager

Quay Assistant/Cleaner

Higher Level Teaching Assistant HLTA

Experienced Social Worker (Adoption)

Strategic Development Surveyor

Business Intelligence and Reports Development Lead

Strategic Intelligence and Information Manager

Service Manager - SEND

Residential Social Services Officer

Domestic Abuse Housing Advisor

Deputy Director - Adult Social Care

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job vacancies in Portsmouth