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Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.</span></p><b>About Staffordshire County Council</b><br><p><strong>We are no ordinary county council:</strong></p><p><strong>Our Values:</strong></p><p>The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.</p><p>Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:</p><p><img alt=\"\" height=\"272\" src=\"https://staffscc-uploads-eu-west-2.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/63806fb8a56160f4aa0fa5dc8ac1debabf27234b.jpg\" width=\"700\"></p><p>We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.</p><p>We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. </p><p><strong>Our benefits:</strong></p><p>We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. </p><p>In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to <a href=\"https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/\">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a></p><p><strong>Our recruitment process:</strong></p><p>As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities</p><p>As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. </p><p>As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,093 - £32,654 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-19T10:14:24.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2015b288-77ec-42aa-b995-dc2cf752dd49.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"032e1cd0-b1d3-44d4-814c-31cdbaf657dc","title":"Business Support Officer - Statutory Services","employer":"Staffordshire County Council","department":"","location":"The Old House, Lichfield","locationType":3,"description":"<p><span>We have an opportunity for a Business Support Officer, Statutory Services, working within Corporate Operations, Business and Executive Support, District Children and Families based at The Old House, Lichfield and occasionally having to work from Burntwood Library.</span></p><p><span>This is a full-time permanent position. The hours of work are Monday-Thursday 8.30am-5.00pm and Friday 8.30am-4.30pm.  The post holder will be predominantly office based, although some home working is arranged on a rota basis dependant on the demands of the service. </span></p><p><span>We are looking for someone to provide a high-level business support administration to work to support Social Work Practitioners across several teams.</span></p><p><span>Business Support is key to the success of our Children’s Services because our Business Support teams are there, making sure things run smoothly, so that our frontline colleagues can deliver for Children and Families in the community. All that work in the background does not just happen, it takes dedicated colleagues, taking pride in their work and seeing a purpose in the work they are doing.</span></p><p> </p><b>Main Responsibilities</b><br><p><span>The successful candidate will provide core business functions in addition to collaborating with Team Managers, Social Workers, professionals and partners.  This will include attending and servicing a variety of statutory meetings across the districts.</span></p><p><span>You will need full knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and the ability to use the main applications. You will also chase professionals for paperwork to make sure work is completed to the required deadlines. A part of this role is inputting data, sharing data and helping to ensure the data base is up to date and ensuring its accuracy by cleansing data as and when needed. You may also be required to undertake a range of financial transactions. In addition, there will be the opportunity to support wider more generic office functions to support the delivery of all business support services. </span></p><p> </p><p> </p><b>The Ideal Candidate</b><br><p><span>Working in Business Support requires teamwork, good organisational skills and a good level of competency using IT systems. You will also need:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span>NVQ Level III in Business Administration or equivalent.</span></li>\n<li><span>An IT qualification equivalent to the competency level of ICDL Advanced (L3) or equivalent.</span></li>\n<li><span>Excellent communication skills because you will interact with lots of people across the organisation and externally through phone, in person and email.</span></li>\n<li><span>Good organisation skills and meticulous, as you will be keeping data updated and you will be working to deadlines.</span></li>\n<li><span>A flexible approach to work as sometimes things can change, so you will need to be able to prioritise work and sometimes change tasks quickly.</span></li>\n<li><span>A passion to always give the best service.</span></li>\n</ul><p><span>If you require any further information about the job, please contact Team Leader; Jo Orme or Assistant Team Leader; Lara Hollier.</span><em> </em></p><p><span>Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Jo Orme or Lara Hollier.</span></p><p><strong><span>Our Recruitment Process:</span></strong><span> We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.</span></p><p><span>Shortlisting:      Week beginning 2nd June 2025</span></p><p><span>Interview Dates: Week beginning Monday 9th June 2025 </span></p><p> </p><b>About Staffordshire County Council</b><br><p><strong>We are no ordinary county council:</strong></p><p><strong>Our Values:</strong></p><p>The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.</p><p>Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:</p><p><img alt=\"\" height=\"272\" src=\"https://staffscc-uploads-eu-west-2.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/63806fb8a56160f4aa0fa5dc8ac1debabf27234b.jpg\" width=\"700\"></p><p>We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.</p><p>We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. </p><p><strong>Our benefits:</strong></p><p>We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. </p><p>In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to <a href=\"https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/\">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a></p><p><strong>Our recruitment process:</strong></p><p>As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities</p><p>As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,183 - £26,409","publishDate":"2025-05-19T09:40:45.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/cef763b7-b2ae-4e19-87fb-ff07181002e8.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a13d8898-909c-4387-9883-caaeda30a626","title":"Maintenance Officer","employer":"Staffordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Chasewater Innovation Centre","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Do you love the outdoors and want to play a key role in maintaining one of Staffordshire’s most beautiful and vibrant green spaces? </p><p>Chasewater Country Park is looking for a proactive and hands-on <strong>Maintenance Officer</strong> to help keep the park and visitor centre running smoothly for thousands of visitors each year.</p><b>Package Description</b><br><h1><br></h1><p><strong><span>05</span></strong></p><p><br></p><b>Main Responsibilities</b><br><p>As our new Maintenance Officer, you’ll be essential to the day-to-day operations of the park and Visitor Centre. Your role will be varied and dynamic — no two days are the same!</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Visitor Centre Maintenance</strong> –  Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, facilities related housekeeping, waste management and recycling services, as appropriate</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Conference & Event Setup</strong> – Get spaces ready for meetings, exhibitions, and community events.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Premise management support </strong>- Proactively undertake and maintain appropriate records of scheduled compliance checks.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Centre Support</strong> – Assist with reception cover, retail sales, and general customer service.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Opening & Closing Duties</strong> – Help keep the site safe and secure for staff and visitors.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Site Patrol & Maintenance</strong> – Supporting other onsite staff with litter picking, fly tipping response, planting area upkeep, and minor repairs.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Community Engagement</strong> – Help deliver on-site events that make Chasewater a hub of activity and enjoyment.</li>\n</ul><b>The Ideal Candidate</b><br><p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>A practical, reliable team player who enjoys working indoors and outdoors.</li>\n<li>Comfortable with hands-on maintenance tasks and using basic tools.</li>\n<li>Good communication and customer service skills.</li>\n<li>Able to work flexibly, including weekends and some evenings.</li>\n<li>Experience in a similar environment or public-facing role is a bonus, but not essential.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Why Work With Us?</strong></p><p>At Chasewater, you’ll be part of a supportive and passionate team that cares deeply about the local environment, sustainability, and creating a welcoming space for all. This is your chance to work in a beautiful park setting while making a real difference to the local community.</p><p><strong>Ready to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in?</strong><br> Apply now and help us keep Chasewater Country Park a place people love to visit!</p><p>Interviews will be held during the week starting 2nd June 2025. </p><p>Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Donna Afford, Visitor Engagement Officer <a href=\"mailto:donna.afford@staffordshire.gov.uk\">donna.afford@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> </p><p><strong>Our Recruitment Process:</strong> We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.</p><b>About Staffordshire County Council</b><br><p><strong>We are no ordinary county council:</strong></p><p><strong>Our Values:</strong></p><p>The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.</p><p>Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:</p><p><img alt=\"\" height=\"272\" src=\"https://staffscc-uploads-eu-west-2.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/63806fb8a56160f4aa0fa5dc8ac1debabf27234b.jpg\" width=\"700\"></p><p>We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.</p><p>We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. </p><p><strong>Our benefits:</strong></p><p>We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. </p><p>In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to <a href=\"https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/\">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a></p><p><strong>Our recruitment process:</strong></p><p>As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities</p><p>As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. </p><p>As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,790 - £25,183","publishDate":"2025-05-15T09:34:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/44508b14-8463-447e-bc61-f78699cdbcca.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"43481220-1c10-4aaf-bc2f-c37d96524804","title":"Team manager - Neurodivergent Team","employer":"Staffordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Burton","locationType":3,"description":"<p>This team is new within Staffordshire County Council, and is an exciting opportunity to help develop the systems in which the team will then follow through with. </p><p>You will ensure the coordination and development of the Neurodivergent Team implementing and maintaining services within a defined resource and work collaboratively with external partners to ensure that mental and physical health needs are supported with parity and to ensure the service operates in a safe, effective and efficient way as part of the wider health and social care system.</p><p>Hybrid from home and from the office is in place, normally ensuring an office presence 2-3 days a week. </p><p>Within this role you will receive regular supervision, support for training and development including the use of my time meetings, which are allocated time with our principle social worker. </p><p><br></p><b>Main Responsibilities</b><br><p>In this role you'll:</p><ul>\n<li>Have day to day responsibility for team of social workers and social care assessors and Intensive Support Workers</li>\n<li>Support the investigation of complaints at stage 1 where the concerns raised are not complex</li>\n<li>Ensure that Care Act and Mental Capacity Act related assessments and decisions are carried out to a high quality and comply with the relevant policies and procedures and take appropriate action where necessary</li>\n<li>Be responsible for the quality assurance of statutory documents within their scheme of delegated responsibility, ensuring appropriate and proportionate records and documentation are completed in a timely manner in relation the team’s practice</li>\n<li>Line manage Senior social workers </li>\n<li>Support to continuously develop the team, driving best practice as needed</li>\n<li>Drive and support Key performance indicators </li>\n</ul><b>The Ideal Candidate</b><br><p>You will have:</p><ul>\n<li>Experience within a Social work role and understanding the remits and legislations which we work within</li>\n<li>Proven track record of supporting and leading a team.</li>\n<li>Sound knowledge and experience of current legislation in social care, including The Care Act and The Mental Capacity Act.</li>\n<li>Understanding of the needs of neurodivergent individuals and ability to guide a workforce to provide appropriate support.</li>\n<li>Experience in complex safeguarding, professional judgement, and a range of interventions.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills and ability to provide professional supervision, guidance, and advice to front line staff.</li>\n</ul><p>Interviews will be held week commencing 2 June 2025. </p><p>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” </p><p><em>Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? </em>We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Heidi Poole, Service Lead at: <a href=\"mailto:heidi.poole@staffordshire.gov.uk\">heidi.poole@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> </p><p><strong>Our Recruitment Process:</strong> We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.</p><b>About Staffordshire County Council</b><br><p><strong>We are no ordinary county council:</strong></p><p><strong>Our Values:</strong></p><p>The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.</p><p>Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:</p><p><img alt=\"\" height=\"272\" src=\"https://staffscc-uploads-eu-west-2.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/63806fb8a56160f4aa0fa5dc8ac1debabf27234b.jpg\" width=\"700\"></p><p>We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.</p><p>We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. </p><p><strong>Our benefits:</strong></p><p>We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. </p><p>In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to <a href=\"https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/\">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a></p><p><strong>Our recruitment process:</strong></p><p>As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities</p><p>As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. </p><p>As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,710 - £52,805","publishDate":"2025-05-15T09:03:39.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-26T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8d80b64c-6b38-49d7-8f5b-35a394f3a53a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"3c88d1ae-3a8b-43c2-971a-e224c950ee7d","title":"Residential Worker (Children's Disability Services)","employer":"Staffordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Cannock","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Join us in Staffordshire to work with our children, young people, and families. </strong></p><p>We are committed to providing the best care and support, fostering lifelong relationships with our children. Creativity and fun are at the core of our approach, both inside and outside the homes. Our specialist teams support children and young people across Staffordshire, with numerous vacancies available.</p><p>As we continue to develop and enhance our in house short break services for young people with disabilities, we currently have roles in Cannock.  Our new increased pay range recognises the challenging nature of the role.</p><p>These  posts are to meet the needs of the young people currently using the service and will include evening and  weekend working. </p><p>We have the following posts available:</p><p><strong>Post 1:  Full Time Residential worker</strong></p><p><strong>Post 2: Part Time Residential Worker (18.5hrs)</strong></p><p><strong>Post 3: Fixed Term contract Residential Worker (for 2 Years)</strong></p><b>Main Responsibilities</b><br><p>We embrace strength-based approaches and offer a rewarding work-life balance.</p><p>As a Residential Worker, you'll work within the children's home, supporting young people aged 8 to 17. Your role will  involve providing care and support so that our young people experience a positive short break in a homely environment.</p><p>You'll be part of  individualised activities to develop targeted skills and promote independence.</p><p><strong>What you can expect from us:</strong></p><p>We have a detailed induction programme specifically designed to cover all elements of the role, so that you have all the tools and knowledge ready to get going.</p><p>We have an ambitious, confident, and motivated management team who are experienced, supportive, and keen to help you learn and grow.  We have a selection of training courses to support your development, and even have funded qualifications we can support you with obtaining.</p><p>You will have a monthly 1:1 reflective space with managers, a comprehensive employee support offer, and lots of opportunity to network with other professionals that support children.</p><b>The Ideal Candidate</b><br><p>We encourage our children to participate and get involved in all decisions, and recruitment is no different. It is really important to us that anyone joining the residential team has the skills, abilities, and outlook that our children tell us they need from us.</p><p>What our children want from you:</p><p><em>\"I would like someone like me who has time to listen instead of being behind a locked door”</em></p><p><em>\"I would like someone who listens to me but also takes action and who I can have a laugh with – they also need to be able to make nice food\"</em></p><p><em>\"I would like someone who spends time with me\"</em></p><p><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Passion</strong> – Thinking creatively to ensure that our children are supported to achieve their aspirations (no matter how big or small) will need to be top of your list!  We are looking for passionate practitioners (irrelevant of length of experience) who truly care and want to make a difference to children, young people and families.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Challenge</strong> – Some days will be tough, for our children, for you, and for your colleagues - we're after someone who is dedicated and committed, and who will always go that extra mile for our children (even on the bad days).  Working as part of a close professional team is really important and you will need to be a team player to get through those tough times.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Forward thinking</strong> – We are an expanding service with big ideas and aspirational views.  We are looking for workers who can join our team and join us on this exciting journey, making contributions to help shape and inform the future of the service for our children</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Values </strong>– We are looking for someone who has values aligned to those that are integral to our service and our organisation - supportive, innovative, respectful and collaborative</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Are you interested?</strong></p><p>You are welcome to contact any one of our Residential Senior Managers or Deputy Managers to discuss the role in greater detail and gain more information about the service.  They can be contacted either by email or phone –  01543 579820</p><p>Jo Heath Registered Manager ( <a href=\"mailto:jo.heath@staffordshire.gov.uk\">jo.heath@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>)</p><p>Mandi Chagger  Deputy Manager ( <a href=\"mailto:m.chagger@staffordshire.gov.uk\">m.chagger@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>  )</p><p>Interviews will be held on 9th June 2025</p><p>When applying please ensure your supporting statement shows evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. We may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.</p><p><strong>Please note: In line with <a href=\"https://www.gov.uk/guidance/childrens-homes-recruiting-staff\">Schedule 2</a> this role is regulated by Ofsted so it a requirement that we obtain FULL employment history, from leaving secondary school. Please ensure that this is completed on your application as this will be discussed with you should you be invited to interview</strong></p><p><em>We reserve the right to close a vacancy early before the closing date if we receive sufficient applications.</em></p><b>About Staffordshire County Council</b><br><p><strong>We are no ordinary county council:</strong></p><p><strong>Our Values:</strong></p><p>The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.</p><p>Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:</p><p><img alt=\"\" height=\"272\" src=\"https://staffscc-uploads-eu-west-2.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/63806fb8a56160f4aa0fa5dc8ac1debabf27234b.jpg\" width=\"700\"></p><p>We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.</p><p>We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. </p><p><strong>Our benefits:</strong></p><p>We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. </p><p>In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to <a href=\"https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/\">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a></p><p><strong>Our recruitment process:</strong></p><p>As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities</p><p>As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. </p><p>As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,067- £34,314 (this includes 2 additional increments for unsociable working)","publishDate":"2025-05-12T10:18:29.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3c914d20-e503-432d-a107-1967a0451e63.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"968591bf-6d89-43e1-b8e9-a949e40eaeb3","title":"Flexible Learning Programme – Transition Worker","employer":"Kedleston Group","department":"","location":"Ansley","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you passionate about supporting young minds and making a real difference in the classroom? We’re looking for a dedicated, experienced, energetic, and caring Flexible Learning Programme (FLP) – Transition Worker to join our fantastic team!</p>\n<p><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support individual or small groups of pupils with learning and integration into full-time education.</li>\n<li>Deliver sessions, coordinate with subject leaders, and assist in assessment.</li>\n<li>Promote pupil wellbeing, adhere to school policies, attend school events, and maintain parent communication.</li>\n<li>Deliver academic/social sessions at various venues, including homes.</li>\n<li>Transport pupils, organise wellbeing activities, and create timetables.</li>\n<li>Support transitions into school, vocational placements, and KS5 providers.</li>\n<li>Keep accurate records of engagement and attendance.</li>\n<li>Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing, following safeguarding procedures.</li>\n<li>Work with safeguarding leads, manage risk assessments, and deliver welfare support.</li>\n<li>Provide mentoring or counselling and maintain behavioural and safeguarding records.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Previous experience in a similar educational support role. </li>\n<li>Experience working with students with ASC and/or SEMH needs.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Effective communication with parents and carers.</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Strong understanding of child development, autism strategies, and trauma-informed approaches.</li>\n<li>Strong understanding of child development and the primary/secondary curriculum.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>\n<li>Ability to manage behaviour effectively and support diverse learning needs.</li>\n<li>Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.</li>\n<li>A proactive and positive approach to supporting student learning.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Why work for us?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supportive and friendly school community</li>\n<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.\n</p>\n<p>When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.</p>\n<p>You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>\n<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Generous life cover</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p>\n<p>Opened in 2014, Arc School Ansley is an independent specialist day school in Ansley, a lovely small village, for children and young people aged between 11 and 17.</p>\n<p>Our experienced team is dedicated to providing outstanding education to children and young people a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition, who may have many associated needs such as; social, emotional and mental health needs, communication needs and cognition and learning needs.</p>\n<p>Arc School Ansley is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).</p>\n<p>We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.\n</p>\n<p>We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.\n</p>\nteaching1002","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,070 - £28,745 per year","publishDate":"2025-04-28T04:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-30T21:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/dc8c7e18-0406-4c44-83e5-aa66d6fd1b60.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2309c108-746c-4549-af18-d2c2fc0045ec","title":"SEN Teacher","employer":"Kedleston Group","department":"","location":"Ansley","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>This role is a maternity cover role to start at the end of the academic year, until February 2026.</strong></p>\n<p>Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds? We are seeking a motivated and inspiring Teacher to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.</p>\n<p><strong>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge children and young people.</li>\n<li>Foster a positive learning environment that supports children and young people's educational and personal growth.</li>\n<li>Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and support.</li>\n<li>Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to ensure student success.</li>\n<li>Participate in school activities, extracurricular programs, and professional development opportunities.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)</li>\n<li>A qualification in SEND education is desirable.</li>\n<li>Experience in teaching English, PSHE and Performing Arts</li>\n<li>Experience of working with children with autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)</li>\n<li>Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate children and young people.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>\n<li>A commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching methods.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Why work for us?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supportive and friendly school community</li>\n<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.\n</p>\n<p>When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.</p>\n<p>You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li>\n<li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Generous life cover</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p>\n<p>Opened in 2014, Arc School Ansley is an independent specialist day school in Ansley, a lovely small village, for children and young people aged between 11 and 17.</p>\n<p>Our experienced team is dedicated to providing outstanding education to children and young people a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition, who may have many associated needs such as; social, emotional and mental health needs, communication needs and cognition and learning needs.</p>\n<p>Arc School Ansley is part of Kedleston Group. 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Communication Support Worker - Autism Inclusion Team

Staffordshire County Council

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£29,093 - £32,654 per annum

Burton and Tamworth (Office Base - Central Stafford) (On-Site)

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