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You will be working in a Strengths Based way enabling people to: • Have dignity, choice and control in their lives • Live safe, healthy and fulfilled lives • Have an active role in a stronger and prosperous community • Identify the support they need in order to achieve the goals and outcomes that are important to them. This role will involve working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote the independence of adults and older people in our diverse community. Using a strengths based approach, the emphasis is on promoting enablement and reablement to empower people to live as independently as they can for as long as they can. You will complete a variety of assessments and interventions to overcome occupational barriers using new techniques and technologies, moving and handling skills, specialist equipment, and environmental adaptations.\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nWe are looking for someone who will be self-motivated, positive, flexible and innovative. You will need to be able to work collaboratively and promote the benefits of working as one multi-disciplinary team across health and social care.\nYou’ll need to be organised and be able to make professional judgements while working with a variety of complex and challenging cases. Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, maintain quality records and write clear, concise reports.\nYou’ll have the opportunity to develop your existing knowledge of the legislation and regulations governing Social Care, Housing, and Health & Safety, and how to interpret this in a modern context including personalisation, eligibility criteria, safeguarding and mental capacity.\nAs a qualified Occupational Therapist you will hold professional registration, and have experience in health and social care and as well as experience of partnership and inter-agency working.\nIf you think you could become an asset to the team, then please do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\nWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough\n\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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You should be comfortable turning insights into actionable strategies that align with organisational goals.\nYou will have proven experience in writing successful grant applications and funding bids, with the ability to navigate funding opportunities and secure resources that drive innovation forward.\nStrong analytical skills are essential. You should be able to undertake market analysis, carry out feasibility studies, and conduct options appraisals, effectively gathering and evaluating data to produce informed, evidence-based recommendations.\nThe role requires excellent time management and organisational skills. You must be capable of prioritising your own workload, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and delivering high-quality outputs within set deadlines.\nExceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—are key. You should be adept at producing engaging presentations, visuals, business cases, and reports that support your work and help secure buy-in from a variety of stakeholders.\nA solid understanding of innovation and best practice in one or more service areas within Neighbourhood Services—such as waste management, street cleansing, parks, public protection, or enforcement—is essential to ground your work in real-world service delivery.\nFinally, you will hold a relevant graduate qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience in a related field.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\nWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough\n\n<h2></h2>\n\n \n\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel\n\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n\nWe understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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Our Adoption Team is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to support our mission of creating safe, loving, and permanent homes for children.\nKey Responsibilities:\n<ul>\n<li>\nRecruit, Assess, and Prepare: Work closely with prospective adoptive parents, conducting interviews, compiling reports, and providing expert advice to assist the Panel in making informed decisions.</li>\n<li>\nSupport Matching and Placement: Help approved adopters find the right match, providing support during introductions, placement, and the adoption process, including court representation and training as needed.</li>\n<li>\nPermanency Planning Leadership: Play a key role in permanency planning by guiding and supporting child care social workers with decisions and processes related to adoption.</li>\n</ul>\nIf you're ready to make a difference and want to be part of a supportive, professional, and diverse team, apply today!\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nWe are looking for a compassionate and experienced professional who is ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. If you are a qualified social worker with:\n<ul>\n<li>\nExtensive Experience: Significant post-qualifying experience in the social or health care field.</li>\n<li>\nStrong Decision-Making Skills: Confidence in making professional judgments in multidisciplinary settings.</li>\n<li>\nA Solid Understanding of Child Care and Adoption: Including knowledge of child care and adoption legislation, and the lifelong impact adoption has on adopted people, their families, and birth families.</li>\n<li>\nExpertise in Communication: Familiarity with theories and techniques for effectively communicating with children.</li>\n<li>\nIn-Depth Knowledge of Legislation: Comprehensive understanding of statutory responsibilities and quality standards in Adoption Services.</li>\n</ul>\nWe do ask that you have DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised professional qualification.\nThis role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, has a passion for child welfare, and wants to be part of a team that creates life-changing outcomes for children and families.\nIf this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\n\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns\n</li>\n<li>\nTraining and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\nStaff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\nArriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\nFriday Funday Socials - One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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We put children, young people and their families at the heart of everything we do.\nAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you thrive in complex, dynamic environments and bring experience, dedication, and compassion to your work? If so, we’d love to hear from you.\nIn this pivotal role, you will work closely with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide vital support and protection for those with complex needs and risks. Your responsibilities will include:\n<ul>\n<li>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</li>\n<li>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</li>\n<li>Mentoring and coaching less experienced team members.</li>\n<li>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</li>\n<li>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</li>\n<li>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</li>\n</ul>\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nTo excel in this role, you will bring extensive post-qualification experience in social work, coupled with the ability to make sound professional judgments and effectively manage complex cases with minimal supervision.\nYour expertise in analysing situations, assessing intervention needs, and anticipating critical issues will be key to delivering impactful support.\nYou should have a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory responsibilities within Children and Family Services, as well as a clear grasp of child development, family dynamics, and the unique challenges faced by vulnerable or disabled children.\nAdditionally, your awareness of the effects of social deprivation and your ability to respond with empathy and professionalism will enable you to address the needs of those you support effectively.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\n\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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Your responsibilities will include:\n<ul>\n<li>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</li>\n<li>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</li>\n<li>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</li>\n<li>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</li>\n<li>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</li>\n</ul>\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nYou are a passionate and experienced social work professional, bringing substantial post-qualifying expertise in fostering and child and family social work. With a deep understanding of the needs of young people in care, you have developed a high level of competence in the fostering field, aligning your practice with national standards and best practice guidance.\nYour experience includes working directly with children who have experienced trauma, attachment challenges, and associated disorders, and you bring both empathy and insight to your approach. You have a strong track record of providing effective supervision, both one-to-one and in group settings, demonstrating confident leadership in supervisory practice and support.\nA skilled communicator, you’re able to present complex reports and deliver impactful presentations tailored to a range of audiences. You thrive in collaborative environments, contributing to team-based problem-solving with a solution-focused mindset.\nBuilding meaningful relationships is at the heart of your work—whether with children, carers, or colleagues—and your ability to engage people from all backgrounds is one of your key strengths.\nYou hold a DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised qualification in social work, and you are registered with Social Work England.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\nWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough\n\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.\n\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: \n<ul>\n<li>\nFrom 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\nBuying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\nCareer Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\nPension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\nGenerous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\nWork/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns\n</li>\n<li>\nTraining and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\nStaff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\nArriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\nFriday Funday Socials - One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1533845&ptId=11332\">download: Social Worker Children- L7 M1 JD.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1533846&ptId=11332\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"37938 - 40476 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-24T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b9cec453-33b3-40b9-af20-9c6c35a484a3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4302faf7-0f5b-41c1-974c-d85a1b7f1656","title":"Assistant Engineer","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Kingsway Depot","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03868</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>5 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Architects, Engineers and Surveyors</dd>\n</dl>\n\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n\nSalary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent\nWe’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Engineer to join our Highways team and support the delivery of essential improvements across Luton’s Road network. In this key role, you’ll support the Engineering Delivery Team Leader in maintaining and improving Luton’s highways infrastructure. You’ll play an active part in delivering local safety and traffic management schemes, contributing directly to projects that enhance the everyday lives of residents and visitors.\nYour responsibilities will include:\n<ul>\n<li>Designing and delivering highways schemes as part of the Council’s capital works programme.</li>\n<li>Managing elements of the Structural Maintenance revenue programme, including drainage and surface renewal.</li>\n<li>Providing a joined-up approach to project management, contract administration, and civil engineering delivery.</li>\n</ul>\nYou’ll work closely with internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are well-managed and delivered on time, to budget, and to high technical standards.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nYou’ll have solid experience in structural maintenance and highway engineering schemes, with a clear understanding of how to manage projects effectively in terms of performance, timelines, and budgets. You’re confident in developing and prioritising programmes of engineering work, and have the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly to a wide range of audiences.\nCollaboration comes naturally to you—you’re able to work constructively with contractors, colleagues, and a range of stakeholders, both internal and external. You’ll also be skilled in producing clear, concise reports and correspondence on often complex matters.\nYou’re highly organised, able to plan and manage your own workload, and thrive when working to deadlines and within budget. Your understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and contract procedures ensures you work confidently and compliantly. You’ll also bring knowledge of project management principles and techniques, and hold a BTEC, HNC/D, degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering-related discipline.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\nWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough\n\n<h2>Application Process</h2>\n\nOn occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. \n\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel\n\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n\nWe understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1528273&ptId=11329\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1530896&ptId=11329\">download: PREF105361 202504 M1 Assistant Engineer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"37938 - 40476 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-23T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-05T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2219c35e-2830-480c-8605-a03c3237866d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5aa761ee-bd37-4155-9649-0c512b5aa372","title":"Reablement Support Worker","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"remote","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03706</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>29 May 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Adult Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n\nSalary: £25,183 - £25,992 a year Hours per week: 21 Contract type: Permanent\nJoin Luton Council as a Reablement Support Worker Empower individuals. Promote independence. Make a difference.\nAre you passionate about supporting people to live independently in their own homes? Do you want to be part of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team making a real impact in your community? If so, we want to hear from you!\nLuton Council is looking for Reablement Support Workers to provide a responsive, customer-led service that helps individuals regain their independence and improve their well-being.\nWhat you’ll do:\n<ul>\n<li>Support individuals through personalised care plans, carrying out personal, practical, and rehabilitative duties</li>\n<li>Encourage and assist clients with decision-making, coping with loss, maintaining social connections, and managing a safe home environment</li>\n<li>Work in partnership with other agencies and represent a professional service</li>\n<li>Use your initiative to report concerns and act on them appropriately</li>\n<li>Maintain clear and accurate records using IT and electronic monitoring systems</li>\n<li>Promote equality and ensure all individuals receive the support they need</li>\n</ul>\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nWhat we’re looking for:\n<ul>\n<li>Experience working independently and as part of a team</li>\n<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with clients, carers, relatives, and professionals</li>\n<li>You’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English</li>\n<li>A good understanding of reablement and rehabilitation processes</li>\n<li>The ability to carry out therapeutic activities to enhance independence</li>\n<li>Willingness to obtain an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) within 12 months of appointment</li>\n<li>Capability to undertake manual handling tasks</li>\n<li>A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work across the Borough</li>\n<li>Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays on a rota basis\n</li>\n</ul>\nWhy join us?\n<ul>\n<li>Be part of a supportive, dynamic team\n</li>\n<li>\nMake a meaningful impact in people’s lives</li>\n<li>Receive ongoing training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>Work in a role that is challenging, rewarding, and fulfilling\n</li>\n</ul>\nIf you have a passion for helping others and want to be part of a dedicated team improving lives across Luton, apply today!\n \n \n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\n\n<h2>Application Process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.\n\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel\n\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n\nWe understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1499468&ptId=11326\">download: Reablement Support Worker JD&PS .pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1499469&ptId=11326\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"25183 - 25992 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-23T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-29T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/53807857-5bd5-4d80-a084-55d6ba062588.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"408e7d71-6305-442b-a0a6-3592e1beb04d","title":"SEND Assessment Officer","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03687</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>28 May 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Education Support</dd>\n</dl>\n\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n\nSalary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent\nWe are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented SEND Assessment Officer to join our team. In this vital role, you will manage a caseload of Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plans, working closely with SEND EHCP Coordinators to ensure compliance with relevant legislation, the SEN Code of Practice, and Luton’s SEN policy.\nYour responsibilities will include analysing and evaluating educational, medical, and psychological advice, writing and maintaining EHC plans, and implementing decisions from local authority panels. You will work collaboratively with schools, parents, and multi-agency teams to develop creative solutions tailored to the needs of children and young people with special educational needs (SEN).\nYou will represent the Local Authority in various settings, including panels and Special Educational Needs Tribunal hearings, contributing to robust decision-making processes and effective conflict resolution. As a trusted advisor, you will also deliver training to schools, families, and professionals, helping to build a supportive network for children with SEN.\nThis is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to raising educational standards for children with SEN while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nTo be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge of statutory assessment systems, particularly under the Education Act 1996 and Children and Families Act 2014. Your background may include work in schools, local authorities, or other relevant settings.\nWe’re looking for a strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, families, and multi-agency teams. You’ll be skilled at chairing meetings, resolving conflicts, and influencing stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for children. The ability to manage complex workloads and meet statutory deadlines is essential.\nKey attributes include:\n<ul>\n<li>Proficiency in written and oral communication to draft detailed, evidence-based EHC plans and case reports.</li>\n<li>The ability to make innovative recommendations based on analysis of complex information.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of SEN legislation and guidance, including the SEN Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014.</li>\n<li>A commitment to equality and an understanding of how it informs your work.</li>\n</ul>\nA professional qualification in the education field or a relevant degree is required. You should also be willing to work flexibly, including occasional travel within and outside of Luton.\nAt our organisation, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to supporting children and young people with SEN. We offer opportunities for professional growth, a collaborative work environment, and the chance to make a real difference in our community.\nIf you have the skills, experience, and drive to succeed in this role, apply today.\nThis is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\nWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough\n\n<h2>Application Process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.\n\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel\n\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n\nWe understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1493919&ptId=11324\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1499693&ptId=11324\">download: Assessment Officer JD.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1506854&ptId=11324\">download: SEND AO Progression Scheme.docx</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"41511 - 44711 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-22T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-28T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a2bbc124-decf-4209-b90a-3572e4e31f76.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"497c8651-85aa-415c-9ffb-7a1aff53b90c","title":"I.T. Application Development Officer - North Herts Council","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"SG6 3JF","locationType":3,"description":"I.T. Application Development Officer - North Herts CouncilNorth Herts CouncilPermanent, Full Time£38,296.00 - £44,140.00 per annum (Pay award pending)Location: Letchworth Garden CityClosing Date: 16th June 2025 Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of IT Applications Development Officer on behalf of North Herts Council. For my information on the role. Please click <a href=\"https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/it-application-development-officer-0\"> HERE </a>Hybrid working:Flexibility with homeworking and office-based days (typically 1 day a week in the office)The RoleThe organization is undergoing an enhanced digital transformation to ensure all processes are 'digital by default' and to deliver services in the most efficient and effective manner. You will play a crucial role in supporting the IT Senior Development and Cyber Security Officer by designing, developing, integrating, and supporting a variety of technical projects to facilitate this transformation.The Experience You Will Bring<a name=\"_Hlk92374783\"></a> You must have experience in supporting applications and database products on Windows-based virtual hardware.You must have experience in managing third-party upgrades, such as Oracle and MSSQL, and in installing vendor-supplied application patches to enhance functionality, resolve application errors, and comply with legislative changesYou will possess excellent customer service skills, demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively within a small team, maintain a keen attention to detail, and prioritize complex tasks efficiently in a dynamic and busy environment.You must have substantial programming experience in C#, along with a background in developing system integrations, analysing data, and creating line-of-business applications.You must have experience in developing integrations between in-house and third-party systems using various techniques, such as RESTful APIs, SOAP, XML, JSON, and CSV, as well as expertise in ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and SQL.You must have experience with technology stacks including WinForms, Web, ASP.NET Core, .NET Framework/.NET 6-9 (Core), Blazor, WPF, and .NET MAUI (for mobile apps).You must be eager to learn new skills, adept at troubleshooting and diagnosing problems, and have a strong focus on security.Please note, the successful applicant for the above post will be background checked with the Disclosure and Barring Service.Why work with us?We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community.What you should do nextIf you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via <a href=\"https://web.north-herts.gov.uk/hronlinerecruitment/default.aspx?ApplicationID=2932\"> Recruitment </a>Please note that we do not accept CV applications, either on their own or accompanying application forms. Therefore, please ensure that all relevant information is provided on the application form on the NHC job pages.If you would like an informal chat about the post, you can contact Justin Goodwin, IT Senior Development and Cyber Security Officer at justin.goodwin@north-herts.gov.ukIf you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. 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Uttlesford borders South Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire. \nThe postholder will implement Uttlesford’s Climate Change Action Plan and deliver a range of projects linked to improving air quality in the district. This post is about working passionately and collaboratively as part of a forward thinking and innovative team, to help us achieve our ambitious and challenging targets.\nIf you are a new or experienced project manager with a keen interest in environmental issues, this could be the perfect job for you. \nThe postholder will work within a developing team of officers committed to making a difference. The work will be demanding, varied and rewarding. Alongside the Lead Project Officer you will play a key role in the development and delivery of a portfolio of projects and programmes to promote and support an increase in active travel, improve air quality and reduce the Councils carbon footprint. The post holder will be responsible for engaging with businesses and residents, planning events and promoting the work through various media. \nWe are looking for someone with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. They must also possess excellent communication skills due to the level of stakeholder engagement that will be required, namely with senior officers, councillors and local residents and businesses. \nTo be successful in this role you must also have very good interpersonal and IT skills. You will also have a confident methodical and organised approach to your workload and team resources. \nFor an informal discussion please contact Vicky Reed 01799 510481. \nTo find out more and apply please visit https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers\nClosing date for completed applications is Sunday 15 June 2025 Interviews are intended to be held week commencing 23 June 2025\nCVs will not be accepted.\n Uttlesford District Council is an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and proud to support our Care Leavers and the Armed Forces Covenant. Anyone disclosing a disability or is a Care leaver or is a member of the Armed Forces community (Veteran/Service leaver, Reserve Forces, or their Spouses/Partners or Cadet Force Adult Volunteer) whose application meets the essential criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview. \n ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade 7 £37,938 - £40,476 (Pending Pay Award)","publishDate":"2025-05-20T15:23:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2486b644-61fe-4f70-acb2-9cbdb3540094.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"602dc380-0f00-48f6-aeb6-a6ed16a287b0","title":"Payroll Officer - Braintree District Council","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"CM7 9HB","locationType":3,"description":"Payroll Officer - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilPermanent, Full Time£30,000 per annum Location: BraintreeClosing Date: 31st May 2025 Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this Payroll Officer role. *Please click the link to apply <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=647330JIxA\">HERE</a> or visit https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. The Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Shared Payroll Service for a Payroll Officer. This is an additional role within our team which provides payroll services to multiple Councils across Essex. This role will be based in Braintree and we are able to offer hybrid working arrangements working a mix of in the office and from home subject to business needs. The post holder will undertake a range of payroll duties including the following: <ul><li>Running end to end payroll processes and ensuring payroll records and controls are maintained. </li></ul><ul><li>Carrying out the day-to-day processes for the provision of an effective, timely and accurate payroll service for a portfolio of organisations and in accordance with the organisations' HR policies, service standards, and performance requirements. This may include processing/checking starters and leavers and administering statutory and occupational schemes of leave, e.g. sickness/ accidents, maternity, and paternity. </li></ul><ul><li>To effectively maintain the group email inboxes. </li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that external and internal enquiries (from management, staff, and Members) relating to the payroll service are responded to and dealt with as appropriate. </li></ul><ul><li>To ensure other deductions from salaries are made in accordance with employee and other instructions (e.g. lease car deductions, union membership, health schemes, court orders etc.). </li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that deductions from salaries are made as required and comply with the Organisations' financial regulations and requirements of HMRC for taxation and NI, and Essex Pension Fund for pensions. </li></ul><ul><li>To provide resilience across the service for cover when required. </li></ul> Experience: The successful candidate will have: <ul><li>Experience of payroll processing </li></ul><ul><li>Recognised payroll qualification and evidence of continuing professional development (desirable). </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working on multiple payrolls, working towards multiple deadlines (desirable). </li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of Gross to net calculations. </li></ul><ul><li>iTrent experience is preferred. </li></ul><ul><li>Up to date knowledge and experience of HMRC requirements (for Tax, NI, SMP, SSP, RTI reporting etc.) </li></ul><ul><li>Aptitude for using and developing IT to better support and operate the payroll function. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent numeracy and literary skills. </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work in a small team without supervision. </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences, including employees, managers and councillors. </li></ul><ul><li>Flexible approach to duties and hours. </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to keep calm under pressure. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent timekeeping and organisation skills. </li></ul><ul><li>A commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for innovation. </li></ul><ul><li>A strong customer focus putting customers at the heart of what you do. </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to understand and meet the needs of clients and stakeholders to ensure that the right information is provided to the right people </li></ul> In return, you'll receive a competitive salary, benefits and a commitment to your continuing development. Why choose Braintree District Council? Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses. As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities. We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community and are committed Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are: · Flexible working · Hybrid working arrangements are available in this role (home/office based) subject to business need · Free parking · Local government pension scheme · Learning and development for all staff · Staff recognition schemes · Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership. If you would like an informal chat about the post, please contact Laura Crimmins on 01376 557770. <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=647330JIxA\">How to apply</a>:This role is being advertised on behalf of Braintree District Council therefore all applications must be submitted via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=647330JIxA\"> website </a> . Please note any applications submitted via the Working for Essex 'apply' button will be advised to re-apply via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=647330JIxA\"> Advert </a> . Braintree District Council is proud to be a disability confident employer. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. Braintree District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. If you have queries on this role or require a full copy of the role profile, please visit our website at <a href=\"http://www.braintree.gov.uk/\"> www.braintree.gov.uk</a> in the first instance. *Please click the link to apply <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=647330JIxA\">HERE</a> .","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29999 - £30000.0000 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-20T12:51:29.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T12:51:29.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2f214330-4b88-4edf-bad8-5448e8b1dc14.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0a48f585-5ac4-40a3-b8c1-ff35244464af","title":"Community Team Manager -Adults (Rural North West)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Daventry","locationType":3,"description":"Community Hub team manager: Our community teams have a very varied role and support a wide range of adults from 18 plus, with a variety of needs. Covering Daventry, Towcester and Brackley. Adult services encompasses a wide range of teams and employment opportunities. This includes; Community Teams which also provide the front door to Adult Services, Learning Disability Team, Hospital Social Care Team, Review team and Moving into Adulthood roles. West Northants Council Adult Social Care has been on an exciting journey of transformation since we became a unitary authority in April 2021. This has given us the opportunity to really look at how we provide adult social care on a more localised level, leading to lots of exciting innovations and a new model of working which puts people and their communities firmly at the heart of what we do. Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us\">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>What will you be doing? As a Team Manager you will responsible for managing, monitoring and co-ordinating the work of a team within a specified geographical area and/or service area in order to ensure an efficient delivery of service to Adults, providing high level oversight on cases particularly those that are high profile and hold complexities and risks. Whilst managing and monitoring the service provision budgets and other resources ensuring that expenditure occurs within financial regulations and does not exceed budget. Ensuring that performance targets are planned for and met and workload planning is effective. This role includes developing good relationships with partner agencies and supporting in developing robust systems and procedures. An amazing opportunity to support our most vulnerable adults living in West Northants. Leading a busy team, you will take a holistic and person-centred approach to ensuring the people your team support are happy, healthy, and safe. You’ll make sure they feel listened to and encourage practice that supports them to identify their assets and strengths – enabling them to fulfil aspirations, build resilience and improve outcomes.About you We seek you to have demonstrable experience in leading and managing an Assessment and Social Work team. This includes responsibility for recruitment and retention, induction, training and development, performance management, disciplinary and capability processes, and succession planning. A proven ability to build and sustain a strong, cohesive, and high-performing team is essential. The role involves managing the allocation of workloads across the team, ensuring high-quality delivery, meeting performance targets, and driving continuous service improvement. Confidence in monitoring, analysing, and managing delegated budgets, funding, and resources in line with council policies and procedures—or influencing broader service budgets indirectly—is required. Extensive knowledge of practice, theory, and legislation should be applied to enhance standards, shape procedures and policies, promote innovation, and embed new ways of working. This may include adopting insights from recognised sites of excellence and navigating complex or challenging circumstances, including those that require positive risk-taking. A solid understanding of local communities and the wider political context is key. Effective leadership in partnership working—both internally and with external stakeholders—is vital, along with a commitment to involving people who access support in the ongoing development of the service. <ul>\n<li>Level 5 leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards it</li>\n<li>Educated to a degree level in health and social care or related field or equivalent experience</li>\n<li>Evidence of continuous professional development</li>\n</ul> Apply now! As we may close this advert early, if we receive the desired response. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>. If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49,587 - £52,860 D.O.E","publishDate":"2025-05-20T09:56:32.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-20T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/40b562cc-3609-4a3f-9bed-dcc1fba23789.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b9e1dc92-c8b7-4bd2-b2c0-8640dab9b746","title":"Community Transport Co-ordinator - Braintree District Council","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"CM7 9HB","locationType":3,"description":"Community Transport Co-ordinator - Braintree District CouncilBraintree District CouncilFixed Term, Full Time£25,795 to £28,861 per annum Location: BraintreeClosing Date: 1st June 2025 Contract type: Fixed term until 31st March 2026 Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=835174JL7r\"> Community Transport Co-ordinator </a> role. To Apply please click here:<a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=835174JL7r\">Job search</a> or visit https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. The Opportunity:We have a fixed term opportunity for a Community Transport Co-ordinator to join our team. The Braintree Community Transport Scheme provides a social car scheme and minibus hire to residents, community groups and schools across the Braintree District. The scheme is membership based and provides transport to health and social appointments, shopping, events and local activities.The role will co-ordinate the transport requirements of residents and groups, ensuring they can get to events in their local community, appointments, shopping trips and visiting friends and relatives, which contributes to improving their well-being and quality of life.The role will be office based, liaising with a wide client base on the telephone to co-ordinate their transport needs. Experience:The successful candidate will need excellent, adaptable communication skills to deal with members of the public, taking into consideration the vulnerable client group, community groups and schools as well as liaising with volunteer drivers and other council departments.The post holder will need to be organised and be able to plan and manage their workload. This is alongside planning and scheduling the work of the paid and volunteer drivers as well as ensuring the minibus fleet and the cars used by volunteers are maintained in line with the legalities of running a community transport scheme.As part of the role, you will be provided with training on the flexi route booking system and need to be computer literate.Why choose Braintree District Council?Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses.As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities.We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:<ul>\n<li>Flexible working</li>\n<li>Hybrid working arrangements are available in this role (home/office based) subject to business need</li>\n<li>Free parking</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Learning and development for all staff</li>\n<li>Staff recognition schemes</li>\n<li>Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership.</li>\n</ul> If you would like an informal chat about the post, please contact Tracey Parry on 01376 552525 or email tracey.parry@braintree.gov.ukTo apply, click here: <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=835174JL7r\"> Job search</a> Interviews will be held 5th June 2025<a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=835174JL7r\">How to apply:</a> This role is being advertised on behalf of Braintree District Council therefore all applications must be submitted via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=835174JL7r\"> website </a> . Please note any applications submitted via the Working for Essex 'apply' button will be advised to reapply via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=835174JL7r\"> Advert </a> .Braintree District Council is proud to be a disability confident employer. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.Braintree District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.If you have queries on this role or require a full copy of the role profile, please visit our website at <a href=\"http://www.braintree.gov.uk/\"> www.braintree.gov.uk</a> in the first instance.*Please apply <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=835174JL7r\">HERE</a> .","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25000 - £28000 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-20T02:13:30.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T02:13:31.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/dacdbc18-89a5-429c-a8b0-4bd57358acb2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6f6f74fc-592e-4d4b-b125-851ab01750b2","title":"Senior Practitioner - Social Work Academy","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03662</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>2 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Children's Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n\nSalary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £5,000 market supplement allowance and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent\nAre you a passionate and experienced social work professional with a deep commitment to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families? We're looking for someone just like you to join our Social Work Academy in Children’s Services.\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Practitioner who thrives on sharing knowledge, leading by example, and driving the highest standards of practice.\nYou’ll be supporting practice development of our Newly Qualified Social Workers [NQSW}s through their assessed and supported year of employment within the Social Work Academy.\nThe Social Work Academy also aims to:\n<ul>\n<li>Attract and develop capable, motivated, pro-active, and reflective social workers</li>\n<li>Support NQSW’s to gain a comprehensive understanding of social work roles, responsibilities and Luton’s policies and practice standards</li>\n<li>Support continuing professional development, to ensure sustained delivery of outstanding services to Luton’s children, young people and families</li>\n<li>Promote evidence-based practice, informed by current research and grounded in theory</li>\n<li>Facilitate values-based leadership at all levels and promote a positive learning culture.</li>\n</ul>\nWith your understanding of child development and family dynamics, you’ll support other practitioners through role modelling and reflective supervision to develop confidence in making professional judgements, negotiate resources and plan interventions. This may see you making informed judgements and decisions in challenging situations. No matter the task, you’ll always promote anti-discriminatory practice and empower others.\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nYou bring substantial post-qualifying experience, particularly in child and family social work, with a strong background in safeguarding and risk management.\nYou're a natural mentor and coach, experienced in practice teaching, and dedicated to supporting and developing Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs).\nYou lead with confidence and compassion, ensuring quality through effective co-working, challenge, guidance, and support.\nYour organisational skills are top-notch, and your professional judgement is grounded in sound understanding and assessment of risk.\nYou build strong, respectful relationships – whether with children and families, colleagues, or external partners – and you know how to influence and negotiate effectively.\nWe are looking for someone with excellent knowledge of legislation, national guidance, and best practices, with an in-depth understanding of the social care needs of children and families.\nWe do ask that you are registered with SWE and have a relevant professional qualification, e.g.: Dip SW, CQSW.\nIf you're ready to step into a role where you can truly inspire, guide, and lead others – while continuing to grow yourself – we want to hear from you.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\nWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough\n\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.\n\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: \n<ul>\n<li>\nFrom 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\nBuying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\nCareer Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\nPension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\nGenerous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\nWork/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns\n</li>\n<li>\nTraining and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\nStaff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\nArriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\nFriday Funday Socials - One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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We are seeking two Deputy Team Managers to join our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), where you will play a key role in leading and supporting our dedicated team. You will work alongside the Team Manager to provide leadership, supervision, and support to a team of Social Workers and Senior Practitioners. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of social work practice, ensuring that training and development opportunities are maximized, and supporting staff. \nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nYou will prioritise the most vulnerable and at-risk children, providing professional oversight and ensuring that cases are assessed and actioned appropriately. Working within Luton’s Practice Framework, you will make informed recommendations, escalate cases where necessary, and collaborate with relevant services in line with local thresholds. You will be confident in supporting external partner agencies to understand the role of social care and offer guidance where needed.\nYou will have substantial post-qualifying experience in child and family social work, with a deep understanding of safeguarding and risk management. Demonstrated experience in coaching and mentoring staff is essential, alongside the ability to support the Team Manager in leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing team. You should be confident in making sound professional judgments, particularly in high-risk situations involving children and families. A relevant professional qualification (e.g., Dip SW, CQSW) and registration with Social Work England are required.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\n\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.\n\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: \n<ul>\n<li>\nFrom 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\nBuying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\nCareer Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\nPension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\nGenerous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\nWork/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns\n</li>\n<li>\nTraining and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\nStaff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\nArriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\nFriday Funday Socials - One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1490642&ptId=11319\">download: Deputy Team Manager (M3) - FINALISED.docx</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1500573&ptId=11319\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"45718 - 48710 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-20T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/263ccaa6-81fc-4347-a1ba-5a05f30cad84.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"45f04d58-1162-4579-a659-02ed2daf86f9","title":"Mockingbird Liasion Officer","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03821</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Fixed Term / Secondment</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>2 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Children's Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n\nSalary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year pro rata plus £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 18.5 Contract type: Fixed-term for 1 year\nThis position is available as a secondment opportunity for 1 year. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.\nLuton Borough Council has partnered with The Fostering Network to deliver the Mockingbird Family Model. This is an extended family model that aims to improve the stability of fostering placements and strengthen the relationships between carers, children and young people, fostering services and birth families.\nThis is a vital new role where you’ll collaborate with key partners to develop the understanding and commitment needed to sustain the Mockingbird Model. The Liaison Worker will have a lead on identifying Foster Carers to the constellation, and work with families in the constellation to create an extended family community for children and young people.\nYou’ll provide effective communication about the offer and work of the Mockingbird Constellation and ensure that the Fostering and social work teams work effectively with the constellation and Hub Carer.\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nYou are a passionate and experienced social work professional, bringing substantial post-qualifying expertise in fostering and child and family social work. With a deep understanding of the needs of young people in care, you have developed a high level of competence in the fostering field, aligning your practice with national standards and best practice guidance.\nYour skills and knowledge will help to support/supervise the hub foster carer to arrange support groups, activities and coffee mornings for the other foster carers/children in the constellation. You will need to have a good understanding of the challenges that foster carers face and have experience of working directly with children who have experienced trauma, attachment challenges, and associated disorders, and you bring both empathy and insight to your approach.\nA skilled communicator, you’re able to present complex reports and deliver impactful presentations tailored to a range of audiences. You thrive in collaborative environments, contributing to team-based problem-solving with a solution-focused mindset.\nBuilding meaningful relationships is at the heart of your work—whether with children, carers, or colleagues—and your ability to engage people from all backgrounds is one of your key strengths.\nYou hold a DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised qualification in social work, and you are registered with Social Work England.\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\nWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough\n\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.\n\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n\nWe offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: \n<ul>\n<li>\nFrom 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\nBuying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\nCareer Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\nPension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\nGenerous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\nWork/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns\n</li>\n<li>\nTraining and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\nStaff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\nArriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\nFriday Funday Socials - One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1514278&ptId=11320\">download: Mockingbird Liaison Worker JD.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1514279&ptId=11320\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"41511 - 44711 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-20T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f060cd5c-16f6-4efb-9a05-98a19de9b573.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fccdc288-b26e-475a-9935-4075e244b57f","title":"Community Team Manager -Adults (Rural North West)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Daventry","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us\">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a><h2>About the role</h2>Community Hub team manager: Our community teams have a very varied role and support a wide range of adults from 18 plus, with a variety of needs. Covering Daventry and surrounding villages. Adult services encompasses a wide range of teams and employment opportunities. This includes; Community Teams which also provide the front door to Adult Services. West Northants Council Adult Social Care has been on an exciting journey of transformation since we became a unitary authority in April 2021. This has given us the opportunity to really look at how we provide adult social care on a more localised level, leading to lots of exciting innovations and a new model of working which puts people and their communities firmly at the heart of what we do. <h2>Additional information</h2>We seek you to have demonstrable experience in leading and managing an Assessment and Social Work team. This includes responsibility for recruitment and retention, induction, training and development, performance management, disciplinary and capability processes, and succession planning. A proven ability to build and sustain a strong, cohesive, and high-performing team is essential. The role involves managing the allocation of workloads across the team, ensuring high-quality delivery, meeting performance targets, and driving continuous service improvement. Confidence in monitoring, analysing, and managing delegated budgets, funding, and resources in line with council policies and procedures—or influencing broader service budgets indirectly—is required. Extensive knowledge of practice, theory, and legislation should be applied to enhance standards, shape procedures and policies, promote innovation, and embed new ways of working. This may include adopting insights from recognised sites of excellence and navigating complex or challenging circumstances, including those that require positive risk-taking. A solid understanding of local communities and the wider political context is key. Effective leadership in partnership working—both internally and with external stakeholders—is vital, along with a commitment to involving people who access support in the ongoing development of the service. <ul>\n<li>Level 5 leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards it</li>\n<li>Educated to a degree level in health and social care or related field or equivalent experience</li>\n<li>Evidence of continuous professional development</li>\n</ul> Apply now! As we may close this advert early, if we receive the desired response. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>. If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49,587 - £52,860 D.O.E","publishDate":"2025-05-18T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/023edf71-07bb-4202-a8c7-b567cac65347.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fe703b34-75dd-4d7b-91b6-97734df1aaac","title":"Paralegal","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Stevenage","locationType":2,"description":"<h2 class=\"lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-1\">About the team</h2>\n \nThe childcare litigation team are part of the Legal Services team at Hertfordshire County Council. The Lexcel accredited department provides a full legal service across all specialisms to both the county council and other public sector bodies.\nThe child litigation team consists of 3 Principal lawyers, 17 lawyers and 9 paralegals who provide a high-quality litigation and advice service to the Director of Children’s Services and the Children’s Services Department. The team deal with a variety of public law proceedings under the Children Act 1989 and Adoption and Children Act 2002, as well as providing advice and support with the public law outline pre-proceedings process.\nThe paralegals in the team work closely together and individually supporting the lawyers to progress cases and ensuring the needs of our client department are met.\nThe team have excellent working relationships with external stakeholders such as the court service, CAFCASS, police colleagues and others.\nThe team is hardworking, friendly, and supportive and has recently been recognised and awarded by the county council receiving the Resources directorate award for ‘Acting with Integrity.’\n \n<h2 class=\"lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-2\">About the role</h2>\n \nAs a paralegal in the team you will work with the lawyer responsible for the case to:\n<ul>\n<li>maintain and revise court bundles and ensure that these are sent to the Court and parties to proceedings within required timescales and in accordance with the Child Care Litigation Team protocols</li>\n<li>undertake routine case management, for example acknowledge receipt of statements and documents, file and serve evidence, and liaise with the Court and CAFCASS when issuing new care proceedings applications;</li>\n<li>draft straightforward legal documents including care order applications, part 25 applications, letters before proceedings, briefs to counsel, and letters of instruction to experts</li>\n<li>obtain costs estimates and availability of expert witnesses.</li>\n<li>gather evidence (including hair strand testing and DNA testing), and documentation, including taking statements from lay witnesses; preparing witness templates and dealing with the administration tasks necessary to ensure final hearings take place.</li>\n<li>participate in any other areas of work in the Legal Services Department, including attending PLO pre-proceedings meeting on occasions, when required to do so by a Senior Lawyer/Principal Lawyer.</li>\n</ul>\n \n<h2 class=\"lumesse-section-header lumesse-section-header-3\">About you</h2>\n \nEssential:\n<ul>\n<li>have as a minimum a law degree, post graduate diploma in law or have passed the Institute of Legal Executives Level 3 examination.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>be self-reliant and able to carry out day to day tasks without the need for close supervision.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>have excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to forge and maintain relationships with a wide range of professionals.</li>\n<li>have the ability to work under pressure and be able to organise and prioritise your workload.</li>\n</ul>\nDesirable:\n<ul>\n<li>Ideally you will have access to your own transport and be willing to use this for travelling around the County and further afield to different offices and Courts.</li>\n</ul>\nIt's no secret it is a challenging time for local government. With a wide-ranging variety of cases it’s an exciting time to join us and develop your skills and gain experience as part of our hard-working, friendly, supportive team.\nWe want to hear from you if you are keen to progress your career in local government, and have great interpersonal, organisational, and drafting skills and want to work in a dynamic team.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33,366 to £36,124","publishDate":"2025-05-16T14:27:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c5f7ad19-5fad-405c-8149-cf5fe72f0060.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fe17e9aa-8f10-40e7-8d42-74420d9fdf1e","title":"Principal Occupational Therapist","employer":"Rutland County Council","department":"","location":"Rutland - Oakham","locationType":2,"description":"We are looking for a Principal Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Social Care team to provide support on a fixed term contract for up to 3 months\n About the role… This role will assist the Adult Social Care Senior Management Team to lead practice development within the teams and provide practice guidance to all Therapists across Adult Social Care and associated integrated professionals. \nIt will take a lead role in one or more specialist therapy areas for health and social care across the wider adult social care service promoting prevention, personalisation and integration with health.\n About you…\n You are an expert in the field of Occupational Therapy and act as specialist support for staff across Adult Social Care. Passionate and motivated to provide professional and subject matter expertise to senior managers, all adult social care and therapists through challenge and leadership to drive forward new ways of working and ensure that service users have access to a high quality service\nYou are a professional able to provide leadership, advice and guidance to therapists in order to successfully implement changes brought into the service by the Care Act; through supervisory guidance and instruction to individuals to help them achieve their potential and contribute to their professional development and practice.\n You are keen to act as a ‘role model’ to influence cultural change through the service to promote a strong ethos and drive to deliver high standards of professional occupational therapy practice.\n The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us.\n Face to face interviews will be held Monday 09 June 2025.\nPlease be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.\nWe will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay. \n To be successful in this role – you may have experience working in the following roles:\nOccupational therapy or Physiotherapy with a qualification at degree level and current HCPC social work registration. With an aptitude and intellectual curiosity for further study at post-graduate level\nOur offer to you:\nRutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.\nWe are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.\nWhilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice. As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage. \nFind out more:\nTo learn more about working with us visit <a href=\"https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk\">https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk</a> or if you have any queries about this role please contact Emmajane Hollands on 01572 720917 or at <a href=\"mailto:ehollands@rutland.gov.uk\">ehollands@rutland.gov.uk</a>.\nIf you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk\">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>\nRutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£46,731 - £48,710 pro rata","publishDate":"2025-05-16T08:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9e6b4222-da9f-4ec5-8f1e-6cc9fd9fd16e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6c886ff7-3944-4c13-8d2f-e228e44a062c","title":"Independent Reviewing Officer","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03752</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>27 May 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Children's Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n\nSalary: £48,710 - £51,802 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance and £5,500 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent\nAre you a dedicated social work professional with a passion for safeguarding children and ensuring their voices are heard? Do you have the expertise to oversee care planning, challenge delays, and drive real change? If so, we want you on our team!\nWe are committed to the highest standards of child welfare, operating within the framework of the updated IRO Handbook and relevant legislation, including The Children Act 1989, The Fostering Services (England) Regulations 2011, and National Minimum Standards. Our Independent Review Officers play a crucial role in improving outcomes for Looked After Children and those subject to Child Protection Plans.\nAs an Independent Review Officer, you will take a proactive approach to care planning, ensuring that the needs of children and young people remain the central focus. You will chair Reviews for Looked After Children and Child Protection Conferences, maintaining oversight of cases, monitoring progress, and ensuring that all reviews are completed within statutory timescales and to the highest standards. This role extends beyond review meetings—you will actively challenge drift and delay, advocate for best practices, and contribute to the continuous improvement of service standards.\nPlease note this role does not attract sponsorship.\n\n<h2>About you</h2>\n\nWe are seeking a dynamic leader with substantial experience in working with looked after children, foster carers, and those subject to child protection plans, including involvement in complex legal proceedings.\nAs a key member of our team, you will:\n<ul>\n<li>Lead and manage teams effectively, ensuring high-quality service delivery.</li>\n<li>Communicate confidently with diverse audiences and resolve conflicts with professionalism.</li>\n<li>Champion the involvement of young people and carers in meetings and decision-making processes.</li>\n<li>Work within set timescales while maintaining high standards.</li>\n<li>Oversee and quality assure the work of front-line staff, fostering strong relationships to drive service improvements.</li>\n<li>Apply in-depth knowledge of child care legislation, drawing from significant supervisory experience in complex child care settings.</li>\n</ul>\nIf you are passionate about making a difference and have the expertise to lead in this challenging yet rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!\n\n<h2>About us</h2>\n\nLuton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.\nLuton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.\nThe programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.\nChildren are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.\nOur ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.\nThe people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?\nWe welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.\n\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n\nBecause of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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Reablement Support Worker

Luton Borough Council

25183 - 25992 GBP / year

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SEND Assessment Officer

Luton Borough Council

41511 - 44711 GBP / year

Town Hall (On-Site)

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I.T. Application Development Officer - North Herts Council

Essex County Council

£38000 - £44000 per annum

SG6 3JF (On-Site)

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Climate Change Project Officer

Uttlesford District Council (Essex)

Grade 7 £37,938 - £40,476 (Pending Pay Award)

Saffron Walden, Stansted and Little Canfield Essex (Hybrid)

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Payroll Officer - Braintree District Council

Essex County Council

£29999 - £30000.0000 per annum

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Community Team Manager -Adults (Rural North West)

West Northamptonshire Council

£49,587 - £52,860 D.O.E

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Community Transport Co-ordinator - Braintree District Council

Essex County Council

£25000 - £28000 per annum

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Senior Practitioner - Social Work Academy

Luton Borough Council

41511 - 44711 GBP / year

Luton Town Hall (On-Site)

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Deputy Team Manager - MASH

Luton Borough Council

45718 - 48710 GBP / year

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Mockingbird Liasion Officer

Luton Borough Council

41511 - 44711 GBP / year

Luton (On-Site)

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Community Team Manager -Adults (Rural North West)

West Northamptonshire Council

£49,587 - £52,860 D.O.E

Daventry (On-Site)

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Paralegal

Hertfordshire County Council

£33,366 to £36,124

Stevenage (Hybrid)

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Principal Occupational Therapist

Rutland County Council

£46,731 - £48,710 pro rata

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Independent Reviewing Officer

Luton Borough Council

48710 - 51802 GBP / year

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Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care

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Social Worker - Adoption Team

Senior Practitioner - Children with Disabilities

Social Worker - Children Looked After

Assistant Engineer

Reablement Support Worker

SEND Assessment Officer

I.T. Application Development Officer - North Herts Council

Climate Change Project Officer

Payroll Officer - Braintree District Council

Community Team Manager -Adults (Rural North West)

Community Transport Co-ordinator - Braintree District Council

Senior Practitioner - Social Work Academy

Deputy Team Manager - MASH

Mockingbird Liasion Officer

Community Team Manager -Adults (Rural North West)

Paralegal

Principal Occupational Therapist

Independent Reviewing Officer

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