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Pool cars and pool bikes are available.</li>\n</ul><p>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.</p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>At West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for children and families in West Sussex that we support. You will be joining us at a key time on us improvement journey. The work we have started includes establishing a new and experienced leadership team driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan. The Care Leavers service is part of the overarching Children We Care For and Care Leavers Service, as we work together to improve how young people transition out of care.</p><p>We don't underestimate the work that still needs to be done and the challenge ahead. That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. </p><p>There has never been a more rewarding time to join.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>The reference number for this role is <strong>CAFHE04966</strong>.</p><p>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. In your cover letter please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.</p><p><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.</strong></p><p>Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.</p><p>We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. 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You will work in the Residential team, and your duties will cover all aspects of private sector housing, including the licensing of houses in multiple occupation, nuisance and public health.</p>\n<p>You will be enthusiastic, committed, self-motivated and have a positive attitude. You must be an excellent communicator and team player with sound time management skills and be confident in dealing with members of the public. You must be able to demonstrate your ability to adapt to changing priorities and work to tight deadlines.</p>\n<p>In addition to the car user allowance, we can offer excellent conditions of service with a benefits package that includes pension scheme, free parking, payment of professional fees and flexible working arrangements.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Susan Turp, Principal Environmental Health Officer on 01784 446258, or you can email on s.turp@spelthorne.gov.uk.</p>\n<p>This post is identified as a hybrid post supporting both office and home working in line with Spelthorne Borough Council’s policy. The post holder will be required to attend the office in line with a rota and any service requirements.</p>\n<p>The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for customer facing posts. These posts fall within the scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. The Council, therefore, has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. If you have any queries or would like to discuss this further, please contact Human Resources.</p>\n<p>Please note as part of the employment checks this post will subject to a basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.</p>\n<p>Closing date: <strong>25 October 2024 (noon)</strong></p>\n<p>Interviews: <strong>week commencing</strong> <strong>11 November 2024</strong></p>\n<p><strong>To apply please use the link below</strong></p>\n<p>All shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email after the closing date. CVs can only be accepted in support of a completed application form. Unfortunately, we are unable to reply to all candidates. 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There is the possibility of more hours which can be discussed at the interview stage.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to interview on receipt of applications.</p>\n<p>Visits to the school are welcomed, please contact the School Business Manager Miss Pitt by email on sbm@wsmschool.org or call the school office on 01344 882422.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£11.78 per hour plus London Weighting","publishDate":"2024-10-04T08:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-16T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1f2b077a-84e8-4e05-a66b-18444ff21321.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"924f8ab8-5df4-4b49-be4a-8ed9557503ed","title":"Senior recycling projects officer","employer":"Guildford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Woking Road Depot, Woking Road, Guildford GU1 1QE","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"job_summary\">\n<p>The Waste Strategy and Technical Support team works across our in-house waste operations (domestic and commercial), street cleaning, fleets, housing repairs and stores departments. We improve the Council’s operational services and support business as usual activity. We focus on supporting, developing and delivering initiatives that improve council operations cost efficiency and deliver performance improvements in nationally reported KPI’s. We also develop and deliver income generation programmes. An opportunity has arisen to work with the Waste Strategy and Technical Support team to lead on projects that improve and help to deliver efficient services, with a main focus on our in-house waste operations.</p>\n<p> </p>\n</div>\n<h2 class=\"item0\">Job Profile</h2>\n<p>This roles responsibilities include -</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing specialist and technical support to colleagues, residents and other stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Building resilience, improving performance and maintaining compliance by undertaking the most appropriate projects and initiatives.</li>\n<li>To plan and deliver projects on time and within budget, including the preparation of reports and update relevant project boards, and to engage with stakeholders to ensure that all project elements are considered and all communication is managed. This includes face to face meetings and site meetings as required.</li>\n<li>Delivering business development focusing on the continuing commercialisation of services, including exploring further opportunities to scale existing contracts and seek new business.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>A full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle is required.</p>\n<p>Please read the job description before applying. We do not accept CVs without a completed application form.</p>\n<p>Closing date for applications: Sunday 2 November 2024</p>\n<p>The interview will require delivery of a brief presentation. More information will be sent alongside invites to interview.</p>\n<p>Interview date: TBC</p>\n<p><strong>This role is office based currently located at Woking Road Depot, Woking Road, Guildford GU1 1QE. 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We also provide the use of a van to travel to and from work. This position may involve participation in the out of hours call out rota.</p>\n<p>For more information or an informal chat please contact Paul Puttock, Operations Lead on (01483) 445021.</p>\n<p><strong>About Guildford</strong></p>\n<p>Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities. All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.</p>\n<p>We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. 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You will provide direct support to these children and young people, while developing and maintaining individual care plans and risk profiles to promote their welfare and safety.</p>\n<p>You will facilitate effective communication, using each child’s preferred method of interaction, and collaborate with families, social care, and educational agencies to ensure comprehensive support.</p>\n<p>Key responsibilities include engaging in goal planning and key working, assisting with personal care while encouraging independence, and participating in our Sleep Clinic Programmes and transition initiatives for young adults. Active listening is essential, as you will incorporate children’s views into service planning.</p>\n<p>To qualify, you should hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People Services, or an equivalent qualification. Relevant experience working with children or young adults, ideally with disabilities, is also required. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential, along with a sensitive approach to the needs of children and their families.</p>\n<p>This position involves a shift rota, including early and late shifts, some sleep-ins, and weekends. You will be part of an experienced, imaginative, and supportive team that offer sleepovers, tea visits, and weekend fun day camps,</p>\n<p>If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and want to join a rewarding and dynamic environment that offers ongoing training and professional development opportunities, we look forward to receiving your application.</p>\n<h4>Our benefits include… </h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days increasing to 28 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time).</li>\n<li>Annual leave purchase policy.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.</li>\n</ul>\n<h4>Interview date</h4>\n<p>Interviews will be held the week commencing 4<sup>th</sup> November</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>If your application is successful, you will be invited to complete a practice shift as part of the recruitment process.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h4>Want to ask us a question?</h4>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Clare Turner, Registered Manager: 01344 452315 or clare.turner@bracknell-forest.gov.uk </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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Finance Business Partners play a crucial role in developing and enhancing that reputation due to the strategic role they perform. You will be working collaboratively within a team of experienced professionals to provide high quality financial advice and support to Directorate Management Teams, other Budget Managers and Members.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>\n<p>You will support financial decision-making across Education, Children's Social Care, and Early Help services. Leading on the local funding formula for schools, you will provide technical expertise in managing the Dedicated Schools Grant. Your salary will depend on your qualifications, with part-qualified CCAB or CIMA and relevant experience being a minimum requirement. Candidates who currently hold CIMA Level 1, or equivalent, will receive study support to progress to Level 2.</p>\n<h3>Our benefits include...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time).</li>\n<li>Annual leave purchase policy.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on November 7th 2024.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Paul Clark - Finance Business Partner</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 354054</p>\n<p>Email: Paul.Clark@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. 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You will need a CCAB or CIMA qualification and substantial local authority finance experience.</p>\n<h3>Our benefits include…</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time).</li>\n<li>Annual leave purchase policy.</li>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on 5th November 2024.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Arthur Parker - Chief Accountant</p>\n<p>Tel: 01344 352158</p>\n<p>Email: Arthur.Parker@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. 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Our Internal Audit Plan aims to provide an evidence-based opinion on the organization's overall control environment, supporting service areas to maximize efficiencies and drive continuous improvement.</p>\n<p>We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Principal Auditor to join our in-house team. As the most senior and qualified auditor within the team, you will report directly to the Internal Audit Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering the Internal Audit Plan. Your work will enable the Head of Audit and Risk Management to provide a statutory annual opinion on the control environment.</p>\n<h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Audit Planning and Execution:</strong> Plan, manage, and deliver complex and high-risk compliance and advisory audits. Develop audit terms of reference and testing approaches, incorporating data analytics as required. Allocate and oversee audit work performed by apprentices and junior auditors.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Supervision and Training:</strong> Supervise and mentor apprentices and junior auditors, providing on-the-job training and ensuring adherence to quality standards.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Reporting and Recommendations:</strong> Prepare comprehensive audit reports for senior management, detailing audit objectives, findings, and recommendations for improvement. Lead exit meetings to discuss audit outcomes and agree on management actions.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Recommendation Tracker Management:</strong> Maintain and enhance the Internal Audit Recommendation Tracker. Ensure timely updates on the status of recommendations and develop effective reporting mechanisms to monitor progress.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong> Build and maintain strong working relationships with senior management and key officers across the Council. Represent the Internal Audit Service at committees and other external engagements as required.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Knowledge and Standards:</strong> Stay up-to-date with the Council’s operations, risks, and relevant internal audit standards, guidance, and best practices. Ensure compliance with the Bracknell Forest Internal Audit Charter.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you have a recognised audit qualification (CIA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and extensive experience in internal audit, including planning and conducting high-risk audits and strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to challenge assumptions and provide actionable recommendations we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h3>We have a wide range of benefits including:</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave</li>\n<li>Career development opportunities</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and the regenerated town centre</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held w/c 4th November 2024</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. </p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For further information about the role, please contact Sally Hendrick, Head of Aduit & Risk Maagement</p>\n<p>Tel. 01344 352092</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Up to £58,777.80 (includes £689 London Weighting and 15% Market Premia)","publishDate":"2024-10-03T09:37:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-27T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6824f4e5-aa47-431b-9636-b8a85f440967.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"756ae6c0-1b1c-4e03-94f1-a7ce6757f595","title":"ACT Now Prevention Case Manager (part time 18.5 hrs p/w FTC 12 months)","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"The Willows Children Centre","locationType":2,"description":"<p>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced youth case manager to join our team as we launch a brand-new violence prevention programme in Bracknell Forest.</p>\n<p>Do you:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have recent experience of supporting vulnerable children and their families to achieve positive outcomes</li>\n<li>Have a commitment to contributing towards a brighter future for children and safer communities?</li>\n<li>Have an understanding and working knowledge of safeguarding of children</li>\n<li>Place value on victim support, reparation and restorative justice</li>\n<li>Apply Child First principles to the work that you do</li>\n<li>Believe in personal values of inclusivity, ambition and always learning</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If so, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>The Youth Justice Team is a busy, supportive and passionate team of people who deliver excellent support to children who have offended or who are at risk of offending. A Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Probation inspection that took place in November 2023 rated Bracknell Forest’s Youth Justice Services as ‘Good’ with a number of outstanding areas of practice.</p>\n<p>The Team is multi-disciplinary as it includes police, health and speech and language colleagues and it also benefits from strong working relationships with Children’s Social Care, Education and Early Help services. All these services working together and with children in our cohort, means that we have a dedicated team around each child to maximise their life chances.</p>\n<p>Visible, invested and experienced leadership is in place to ensure that the team are supported with any challenges they face – a number of people in the team have worked for Bracknell Forest Council for over 20 years!</p>\n<p>A normal day may include a visit to a child and their family to undertake an assessment, liaising with team specialists on a speech and language assessment, exploring activities and interventions that the child is interested in and would benefit from, writing up case notes, visiting a child in custody, undertaking training and attending partnership meetings.</p>\n<p>We have also just secured our very own building which is central, accessible and child-friendly.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<p>The aim of the Act (Achieving Change Together) Now project is to reduce violence in our communities by offering early intervention and support to children arrested for knife-related and violent offences. It aims to divert them away from the criminal justice system and make communities safer. The programme has Child First principles at its core. We believe in rehabilitation and empowerment, providing support that encourages positive change and community reintegration.</p>\n<p>In this role, you will work closely with children who are on the periphery of youth offending and who need support to address things in their life that are proving complex and challenging. </p>\n<p>Key responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Case Management: Develop and implement child-centred plans, monitor progress, and adjust strategies as needed.</li>\n<li>Advocacy: Serve as an advocate for a child, connecting them with necessary services, resources, and support systems.</li>\n<li>Collaboration: Work with families, professionals, schools, and community organisations to co-ordinate services and support.</li>\n<li>Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate support in some crisis situations and help the child develop coping strategies.</li>\n<li>Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely records of interactions, case progress, and outcomes.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits include...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ service (pro rata for part time).</li>\n<li>Opportunities for flexible and agile working, to support our employees’ work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks including sports and social clubs.</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees’ health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Interview date</h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Friday 25 October 2024. </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Jo Graves, Operational Manager</p>\n<p>Tel.: 01344 354324</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p><strong>Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. </strong></p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"FTE £35,597 - £39,875 inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car Use Allowance (pro rata £18,279 - £20,418 inclusive of LWA and ECU)","publishDate":"2024-10-03T08:27:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-20T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/82a5ca52-3c03-4cb3-834d-1962b5a6565a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"54ed8960-1b3b-4f75-9898-39addaf8361c","title":"Senior Transition Social Worker","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the Borough</strong> <br> <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br><br><strong>About the Role</strong> <br> <br> An opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join as a Senior Social Work Practitioner to assist the senior members to supervise the Transition Social Workers to effectively manage their casework, be part of a rota to oversee adult social care Duty system, be part of a rota to support the Quality & Risk Forum chair to consider funding requests, undertake and oversee safeguarding enquiries as well as manage a small complex caseload. The role of the Senior Transition Social Worker is to work specifically with young people and their families who are transitioning from Children's to Adult Services. <br><br>We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to ensure young people with learning disabilities achieve the best possible outcomes. The ideal practitioner will have an understanding of the challenges young people with learning disabilities and their families may face when moving across. The Senior Transition Social Worker will be part of adult social care, as well as work closely with colleagues in children social care, education, health, schools, colleges, key internal teams and external agencies. <br><br>You would be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and have some experience of working with people with a learning disability. You must have excellent communication skills, sound knowledge of relevant legislation and the ability to form and maintain effective working relationships with people. Previous experience of transition work would be an advantage. <br><br> You must also have experience of undertaking adult safeguarding enquiries and demonstrate experience of managing and overseeing high volumes of work. Experience of supervising social care staff would be an advantage. <br><br><strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br> The Community Learning Disability Team is a very friendly, motivated and dedicated team of Social Workers and Support Coordinators. Our team undertakes care management and safeguarding responsibilities in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and other relevant adult social care legislation and guidance. <br><br>We work closely with a multi-disciplinary health team including Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Community Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Counsellors and Behaviour Analysts to support adults with Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs. <br><br>The team also provides a transition service by working closely with Children Social Care and Special Education Needs in line with the Children and Families Act 2014 to support young people who would be eligible for adult social care to have a smooth transfer to adult service. <br><br> We support adults and their carers' in a person-centred way to assess their needs and create effective outcome-focused support plans. <br><br> Benefits include:<ul>\n<li> Regular supervision and appraisal </li>\n<li> The opportunity to develop knowledge and skills through further training </li>\n<li> A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme </li>\n<li> A friendly and supportive environment </li>\n<li> Excellent public transport link </li>\n</ul><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br> The main responsibilities of the post will be:<ul><li> To carry a caseload of complex transition cases, including those where there are high levels of risk. </li></ul><ul><li> To undertake Safeguarding enquiries and oversee management of enquiries by staff </li></ul><ul><li> To provide both formal and informal supervision to the Transition staff and other members of the team. </li></ul><ul><li> To assist in the day to day running of the Transition service, and deputise in the absence of the Team Manager and Deputy Manager. </li></ul><ul><li> To be part of the Lead Practitioner group and contribute to service development </li></ul><ul><li> To manage allocations </li></ul><ul><li> To supervise staff </li></ul><ul><li> To be creative/confident in support planning to effectively create care packages and support others to do so </li></ul><ul><li> To share management of the adult social care duty system. </li></ul><ul><li> To assist the Quality & Risk Forum chair to consider adult social care funding requests </li></ul><strong>Our Offer To You</strong> <br> <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><strong>Application Process</strong> <br> <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong> <br> <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.<br><br><strong>Important Information - Criminal Records</strong> <br> This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory result to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA). <br> <strong>Job Profile</strong> <br> <a class=\"file_application_msword\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3196/105858/1/0/3fb15b72c718e629cdd2c6abd4cde3c62f407e33\"> Job Profile - ASC Social Worker - 13-06-2018 amended.doc - 103KB Opens in a new window </a> <br> <a class=\"file_application_pdf\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3196/105858/1/1/3fb15b72c718e629cdd2c6abd4cde3c62f407e33\"> Converted File Job Profile - ASC Social Worker - 13-06-2018 amended.pdf - 101KB Opens in a new window </a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£44,019 - £49,083","publishDate":"2024-10-03T03:01:59.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-14T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/881c9c09-9926-4c10-8bad-938d70b4678a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"37ca5530-d6f8-4592-abf7-28c8772e1236","title":"Green Spaces Development Officer","employer":"Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames","department":"","location":"Kingston","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About the Borough</strong> <br> <br>This special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.<br><br>Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.<br><br>Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London - with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.<br><br>Kingston's people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.<br><br>We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston's key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.<br><br>Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.<br><br><strong>About the Role</strong> <br> <br> The role reports directly to the Green spaces contract manager, and is responsible for development and delivery of the aims and objectives of the Council's initial three year Greenspace strategy action plan, and associated green spaces projects.<ul><li> To use project management principles for the scoping, approval and delivery of projects that support the initial three year Green spaces strategy, Tree and woodland strategy and Allotment strategy action plans. </li></ul><ul><li> To support the Community parks programme manager in the delivery of all capital projects from designing schemes, obtaining prices, applying for internal and external funding through to procuring services and project managing the delivery of schemes. </li></ul><ul><li> To prepare bids to secure funding from a range of sources, both internal and external, in order to take projects forward in line with agreed plans. </li></ul><ul><li> To assist the Green Spaces Officer with managing ongoing repairs and maintenance of parks infrastructure, including playgrounds. </li></ul><ul><li> To raise the profile of the Green Spaces Service through effective use of the Council's communications channels, working closely with the Corporate Communications Team and Council's Customer Contact Centre. </li></ul><strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br> The Green spaces team manages the operational delivery of the Council's grounds maintenance and arboriculture contracts, as well as the continued development and improvement of parks, open spaces and sites important for nature conservation. <br><br> The post holders will primarily be responsible for delivering the aims and objectives of the Council's Greenspace strategy action plan, and associated green spaces projects, which will include projects to enhance access and inclusivity, community participation, nature recovery and health and wellbeing. <br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br> In order to successfully deliver the responsibilities of the role, you will need to demonstrate agility and adaptability in mindset and ways of working, with an understanding of the bigger picture in terms of the corporate context and external environment. <br><br> Whilst an understanding or experience of working within parks and open spaces management is desirable, you could equally have strong project management skills and experience of working on projects from inception to delivery, including preparing and presenting funding applications. <br><br> The role will bring you into contact with a wide array of stakeholders, statutory agencies, partnerships and community groups who you will need to engage effectively with in order to manage the changing demands of the role. <br><br><strong>Our Offer To You</strong> <br> <br>As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.<br><br>In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.<br><br>Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li>\n<li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li>\n<li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li>\n<li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li>\n<li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li>\n<li>Interest free season ticket loans</li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Zip car scheme</li>\n<li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li>\n<li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li>\n<li>Subsidised gym membership</li>\n</ul><strong>Application Process</strong> <br> <br> Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. <br><br> The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. <br><br> We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the 'Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme' at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we're incredibly proud of. <br><br> Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce. <br><br><strong>Additional Information</strong> <br> <br> We are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. <br><br> As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. <br><br> We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda. <br><br>We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government's minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.<br><br>The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know\">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance.<br><br><strong>Job Profile</strong> <br> <a class=\"file_application_vnd_openxmlformats_officedocument_wordprocessingml_document\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3077/105858/1/0/2916be4320ab2807d6e0d08a0c379ade14f2f9a7\"> Copy of Green spaces develoment officer.docx - 227KB Opens in a new window </a> <br> <a class=\"file_application_pdf\" href=\"https://kingston-sutton-jobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-4/spa-1/candidate/download_file_opp/3077/105858/1/1/2916be4320ab2807d6e0d08a0c379ade14f2f9a7\"> Converted File Copy of Green spaces develoment officer.docx.pdf - 48KB Opens in a new window </a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35,577 - £44,019","publishDate":"2024-10-03T03:01:59.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-25T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/790ff1ce-714d-46c5-ab72-02d30fa3d4fe.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"995f838d-a4a7-4d28-8680-d7b278eaefc0","title":"Advanced Assistant Care Manager","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Horsham","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p><span>West Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents. If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance.</span></p><p><span>This is a great opportunity for you to join us as an Assistant Care Manager in our Safeguarding Hub. You will act alongside our social work Team and health care colleagues responsible for delivering a statutory social work service to adults in the locality of West Sussex.</span></p><p><span>Safeguarding Hub:</span></p><ul><ul>\n<li><span>act as single point of contact for all safeguarding adults' referrals</span></li>\n<li><span>carry out the initial triaging and decision making for safeguarding referrals</span></li>\n<li><span>carry out risk assessments</span></li>\n<li><span>agree and initiate initial safeguarding plans</span></li>\n<li><span>work in partnership with other agencies including police, service providers, housing and so on in relation to managing risk</span></li>\n<li><span>provide support and expertise to Adults' Services and partner agencies in relation to statutory safeguarding duties and processes.</span></li>\n</ul></ul><p><span>The team cover the whole of West Sussex and receive referrals from a wide range of sources, including:</span></p><ul><ul>\n<li><span>members of the public</span></li>\n<li><span>concerned family and friends of a resident</span></li>\n<li><span>the police</span></li>\n<li><span>the ambulance service</span></li>\n<li><span>health colleagues</span></li>\n<li><span>care homes</span></li>\n<li><span>other care providers.</span></li>\n</ul></ul><p><strong>About The Job</strong></p><p><span><strong>Salary:</strong> £30,296 to £33,024 per annum</span><br><span> <strong>Working Pattern: Full Time</strong> </span><br><span> <strong>Contract Type: Permanent</strong></span><br><span> <strong>Location:</strong> Horsham</span></p><p><span>We have a great opportunity to join our supportive Safeguarding Adults Hub as an Advanced Assistant Care Manager. </span></p><p><span>Workers within the Safeguarding Hub make decisions about whether referrals need to be taken forward as safeguarding concerns or enquiries, or whether another route is more appropriate, for example, an assessment of the person's social care needs.</span></p><p><span>A priority for the team is to ensure the person being referred is kept central to the decision-making process. This means seeking their views, or the views of those close to them in terms of what they would like to achieve from the process. As part of the decision making process you'll also be considering individual's mental capacity to make a decision and possibly involving an advocate to support them through the safeguarding adults process. </span></p><p><span>As with all our teams, partnership and collaborative working is a vital aspect of decision making and the hub have close links with Sussex Police, the ambulance service, Care Quality Commission and health services. They also work closely with hospital and community teams, both in terms of referring people on after the initial triage and planning and also acting as a point of contact for safeguarding advice and guidance. They also frequently support other areas of Adults' Services and less experienced workers.</span></p><p><span><span>This newly created role combines making rapid, robust decisions regarding safeguarding referrals as well as utilising your skills and knowledge to use data analysis to support the running and the development of the team. You will also be leading on induction of new staff as well as developing and delivering presentations regarding safeguarding adults work to a range of different audiences. </span> </span></p><p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p><p><span>The key skills, qualifications and experience items are the short listing criteria so please ensure they are covered within your application</span></p><p><strong><span>Key Skills:</span></strong><br><span>1. Ability to analyse and interpret information and prioritise needs to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome.</span><br><span>2. 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Experience of the assessment and review process of care packages.</span><br><span>* Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures to individual pieces of work.</span></p><p> </p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p> </p><p><span><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. 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