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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>In addition to the statutory library service, Northamptonshire’s LibraryPlus supports a number of Community Managed Libraries which are run by volunteers. &nbsp;Your role will be to support these libraries in their day to day work, training volunteers to deliver the best possible library service to their local community. You will also carry out regular monitoring reviews against a Service Level Agreement, to ensure quality service delivery.The post is based in Northampton, but is a flexible role.The role will include frequent travel to libraries located across the whole county, so you must be able to travel independently, sometimes at short notice. &nbsp;This is a half time role which may require occasional weekend working for volunteer training, so you will need to be flexible to the business needs of the service.<h2>Additional information</h2>Are you a motivated and enthusiastic individual with the ability to think on your feet?Can you be flexible in your approach and are you seeking a role where no two days are the same? &nbsp;&nbsp;Are you enthusiastic about library services, able to build good working relationships and communicate at all levels and have achieved GCSEs in Maths and English?&nbsp;If you can answer yes to these questions then you could be the person we are looking for.We are seeking a flexible individual who can work within a small team, but also able to work on their own initiative and to prioritize their own workload day to day.&nbsp;You must be willing to gain a detailed knowledge of LibraryPlus policies and procedures, stock management and the workings of the Library Management System.You must be confident in working with volunteers, to be able to identify their training needs and to ensure that quality library services are delivered from each Community Managed Library.If you are to be considered for this role, you must address all aspects of the Person Specification in your supporting statement.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Community Library Coordinator

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £53,460 - £56,681 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAs Designated Social Care Officer, you will be responsible for the strategic development, operational delivery, and continuous improvement of Children’s Services and statutory social work interventions relating to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).You will act as the lead officer for Social Care within the Local Area SEND Service, influencing the design and delivery of services that reflect the needs and voices of children, young people, and families. Working closely with NHS and Department for Education colleagues, you will help shape a coherent, joined-up SEND strategy that meets our legal duties under the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice (2015).Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide strategic leadership for social care elements of the Local Area SEND strategy.</li><li>Collaborate with multi-agency partners to design and deliver integrated, person-centred services.</li><li>Use intelligence, data, and insight to inform service development and drive performance.</li><li>Champion the voice of children, young people, and families – ensuring they are heard and reflected in decisions.</li><li>Strengthen cross-sector relationships, including with education, health, voluntary sector partners, and the Parent Carer Forum (EPIC Luton).</li><li>Support the transition of young people with SEND into adulthood through effective cross-agency planning.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship<h2>About you</h2>You are a dynamic, influential professional with deep expertise in SEND and a strong background in social care. You are passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children and families and bring strategic thinking, partnership-building, and a solution-focused mindset.You will bring:<ul><li>A recognised professional qualification in Social Work.</li><li>Significant experience leading and developing SEND services in collaboration with multi-agency partners.</li><li>A strong track record of motivating and managing teams to achieve performance outcomes.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of key SEND legislation and policies, including the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice, and equalities legislation.</li><li>Proven ability to increase participation of families in service design and delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills – with the ability to work across all levels and sectors.</li><li>Experience of preparing high-quality reports and strategic briefings to shape service direction.</li></ul>Why Join Us?This is a rare opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future of SEND services in Luton. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative leadership team committed to innovation, inclusion, and co-production. We offer a supportive work environment where your expertise will directly contribute to improving outcomes for children and families across the borough.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1662946&amp;ptId=12109" target="_blank">download: PREF105708 M5 Designated Social Care Officer for SEND - JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1662947&amp;ptId=12109" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Designated Social Care Officer for SEND

About the roleDo you make a real difference to the lives of children and young people?We are very proud of our effective, friendly and supportive service, and you will be working alongside other committed professionals to maintain high standards. We are significantly involved in leading the current drive within the LA to maximise inclusion in our local educational settings. We are currently leading on developing and co-producing a strategy for all schools to be trained in relational approaches and trauma informed practice and to embed these in their policies and practice. And we have 4 Specialist Senior Educational Psychologists in post leading on developing inclusive practice: for children with a social worker; for children in the early years; for children who are neurodiverse; and for children who are at risk of social exclusion. You’ll deliver a psychological service through consultation and working with individual and groups of children, parents and carers, schools and early years providers, the local authority and partner agencies.This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people, through addressing more smartly the increased demand in accessing ours and related services.What will you be doing?You will be responsible to the area’s senior educational psychologist for the delivery of a psychological service to an identified number of schools and the surrounding community and participate in area and county development and working groups.You’ll undertake identified research and development activities and bring to the attention of the senior educational psychologist matters relating to the quality of educational provision and the effects of policy.You will make decisions on the appropriate form of response to requests for educational psychologist input.About youYou will have a first degree in psychology or an equivalent qualification recognised by the BPS as conferring the Graduate Basis for Membership, successfully completed a course of post graduate professional training recognised by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as conferring eligibility for registration as an educational psychologist and at least two years qualified classroom teaching experience.You will be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the statutory frameworks.You’ll be able to evidence of a commitment to maximise educational achievement and inclusion.You’ll be able to work with parents/carers as partners and be able to demonstrable evidence of a commitment to elicit the voice of the child.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Educational Psychologists 

About the roleNorth Northamptonshire Council is on track to deliver on its technology transformation and a major component is our M365 environment. We have an exciting opportunity for a technology focused Learning and Development Trainer/Adviser to join our Learning and Development Team, part of the HR team at North Northamptonshire Council. What will you be doing?You will design, deliver and evaluate face to face and online learning programmes across our workforce (c.2700 employees) to support SharePoint/MS Teams solutions, in line with business objectives for file storage and collaboration.You will also develop and design course materials, user guides, manuals and exercises to aid learning, and provide professional advice and expertise to services on innovative leaning and development solutions, to increase understanding of technology and applications.In addition you will be expected to maintain and promote the courses via both our intranet and LMS and contribute to innovative ideas to develop training solutions that improve user adoption of existing as well as new technologyAbout youAs an experienced IT/Systems Trainer with strong people and technology skills, you will have excellent knowledge of a range of IT Systems with core skills in MS Office 365. You will be proactive and passionate about improvement and generating creative solutions. You will also have the knowledge and ability to self-teach and pick up systems quickly and apply that knowledge to pass on training as required.If this sounds like you, and you are excited by the idea of playing a part in shaping our new service, we want to hear from you. This role will be for a one year fixed term contract. To find out more about the role and for an informal discussion, please contact <a href="mailto:sue.wilson@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">sue.wilson@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>. Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Trainer Adviser - MS Teams/Sharepoint

<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £53,460 to £56,681 per year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance plus up to £4,000 Market Rate Supplement Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe have an exciting opportunity available within our legal team where you will assist in making sure an efficient, effective and economic legal service is delivered to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Sub Committees, departments and its wholly owned companies.Working within the property planning and Contracts team, you will conduct and manage a mixed caseload of commercial contracts, procurement and governance related work.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for an experienced lawyer with a broad range of good commercial contracts and procurement experience, ideally within a local government/public sector context.You must be able to demonstrate significant experience of undertaking complex legal work in commercial contracts and procurement and have a sound understanding of the applicable legal framework.The post holder must be capable of working under pressure, taking initiative and adopting proactive approaches to deliver a fast and efficient service and must be able to perform legal work with minimum supervision.You must be able to communicate at all levels clearly and concisely, providing professional and commercial advice to a wide range of clients within the Council.You must be a UK qualified Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with substantial relevant post qualification experience and hold a practicing certificate with a minimum of six years plus post qualification experience.Please ensure your supporting statement demonstrates your experience and knowledge in order for your application to be considered.<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href="https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228931&amp;ptId=12107" target="_blank">download: JD M5 Solicitor -Senior Contract Solicitor 14.10.21 FINAL (1).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228932&amp;ptId=12107" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1) (3).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Senior Solicitor -  Contracts and Procurement

About the roleThe vision for Children's Services is 'We will be our best, so every child can be their best' and we are committed to ensuring families, children and young people have the information, guidance and support they require to flourish. This exciting new role is a commitment to dedicating high quality information, guidance and support to local families, professionals and members of the community. As required by the Childcare Act 2006, the Local Authority have a duty to provide information, advice and assistance to families. This service is provided via the Family Information Service and SEND Local Offer. The Family Information Service (FIS) and SEND Local Offer provide free impartial information, advice and assistance to parents, prospective parents, carers, children, young people and other professionals on any services that may be of relevant to children and families in North Northamptonshire. The post holder will work closely with the Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) Manager ensuring the Digital Front Door provides an up to date and accurate impartial service to all children and families in North Northamptonshire. Delivering a specialised service ensuring families and stakeholders are engaged with, and enabled to make informed and effective use of the service and digital facility. For an informal discussion, email <a href="mailto:Chelsea.Delaney@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Chelsea.Delaney@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>. Interviews will be held on 15 January 2026.What will you be doing?As an Information, Advice and Guidance Officer you will provide high quality customer service to local families, professionals and members of the community as you facilitate up-to-date information and guidance on the range of local services, childcare, activities and opportunities within North Northamptonshire in line with the statutory duties.You will provide high quality administrative support, collecting and verifying data held on local providers and activities is accurate and up to date. When answering queries from professionals and members of the public you will record any confidential information you receive in accordance with the Data Protection Act and the GDPR.(please see job description and personal specification for more detail)About youThe right candidate for this role will be passionate about improving services for Children, Young People and Families of North Northamptonshire. You will be a self-starter who is curious and inquisitive, with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal with excellent active listening skills.A highly motivated and keen learner who thrives with new challenges and likes seeking new opportunities, you will be highly competent with IT (Microsoft Office, Teams) and confident with management of websites and social media. An excellent team player and ready to build relationships at all levels of our organisation and within a diverse community. You will be highly adaptable and capable of working well within a busy and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be resourceful, able to self-direct and use your own initiative.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Information, Advice and Guidance Officer

About the roleDo you make a real difference to the lives of children and young people?We are very proud of our effective, friendly and supportive service, and you will be working alongside other committed professionals to maintain high standards. We are significantly involved in leading the current drive within the LA to maximise inclusion in our local educational settings. We are currently leading on developing and co-producing a strategy for all schools to be trained in relational approaches and trauma informed practice and to embed these in their policies and practice. And we have 4 Specialist Senior Educational Psychologists in post leading on developing inclusive practice: for children with a social worker; for children in the early years; for children who are neurodiverse; and for children who are at risk of social exclusion.You’ll deliver a psychological service through consultation and working with individual and groups of children, parents and carers, schools and early years providers, the local authority and partner agencies.This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people, through addressing more smartly the increased demand in accessing ours and related services.What will you be doing?As part of the management team, you will contribute leadership and psychological consultation to the local authority – especially regarding its current priorities.You’ll manage and give professional support and supervision to the area team of educational psychologists; and act as the representative of the Principal Educational Psychologist.You will decide on the appropriate form of area response to requests for service involvement, including critical incidents; and manage the delivery of Psychological Services to the locality area.Alongside management and leadership role, the SEP will provide generic work for up to 40% of their time.About youAs a fully qualified educational psychologist you will have: <ul><li>An Honours Degree in Psychology or equivalent qualification giving Graduate Basis for Registration with the British Psychological Society</li><li>Significant experience of working with children &amp; young people</li><li>· Successfully followed a course of specific post graduate professional training as an educational psychologist recognised for registration with the Health &amp; Care Professions Council.</li></ul>You will have significant experience as an Educational Psychologist and experience of managing professionals or projects.You will have in-depth knowledge of the statutory framework which guides the work of educational psychologists will.You will be able to demonstrate evidence of a commitment to maximise educational achievement &amp; inclusion and the ability to demonstrate initiative and innovation.You’ll have leadership skills and the ability to provide a balance of support and challenge to others. Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a><h2>About the role</h2>Do you have an interest in safeguarding children in education as well as experience of multi agency working across complex environments?The position is based at One Angel Square Northampton and the applicant may be expected to work at external sites, some homeworking may be available. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Additional information</h2>It would be helpful if you have:<ul><li>Experience of working within a safeguarding or education setting</li><li>A good understanding of education and safeguarding guidance and legislation</li><li>A degree in a relevant subject or a professional qualification at similar level</li><li>Good organisational skills and team working&nbsp;.</li><li>An excellent customer manner, strong verbal and written communicative skills and the desire to make a positive impact.</li><li>Be able to work without supervision, managing your own workload ensuring a smooth efficient service for our team and customers alike.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.If you have any questions relating to this role&nbsp; Please email: <a href="mailto:Debbie.carrie@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Debbie.Carrie@westnorthants.gov.uk</a><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. &nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Education Safeguarding Project Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year plus £5,000 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentThe Adult Social Care Division exists to promote the independence, inclusion and wellbeing of all adults with social care needs. We are driven by a clear purpose:<ul><li>Empowering people to have control over their lives</li><li>Supporting adults to live safe, healthy and fulfilled lives</li><li>Ensuring individuals play an active role in a stronger, more prosperous community</li><li>Enabling people to access the support they need to live as independently as they choose</li></ul>In this pivotal role within our Discharge and Rehabilitation Team, you will:<ol><li>Receive and coordinate complex referrals, undertaking assessments including AMHP, BIA and carers assessments.</li><li>Coach, mentor and develop Social Care Assessors, guiding best practice in assessment, support planning and review processes.</li><li>Shape the future of adult social care services, influencing service design and driving innovation across the division.</li></ol>This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, lead practice excellence, and be part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are an experienced, motivated and forward-thinking professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding social care. You will bring:<ul><li>Demonstrable post-qualifying experience in the social or health care field</li><li>Proven background in coaching, mentoring and developing others</li><li>Experience working with complex or challenging cases, with crisis intervention skills and an understanding of risk and vulnerability</li><li>A strong customer-focused approach, with knowledge of diverse adult client groups</li><li>Experience of advocacy, user involvement and supporting people to shape their own care and support plans</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Dynamic, self-motivated and innovative, with the ability to manage your own workload effectively</li><li>Ability to undertake AMHP and/or BIA assessments</li><li>Skilled in quality assurance and service evaluation</li><li>Strong collaborator who promotes multi-disciplinary working to maximise resources and reduce duplication</li><li>Capability to advise, guide, supervise and coach Social Care Assessors, including evaluating priorities and offering sound and creative casework solutions</li><li>Able to make professional judgements, accept accountability and negotiate resources in a multi-disciplinary setting</li><li>Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to remain effective during periods of high pressure and competing priorities</li><li>Commitment to ongoing reflection and professional development</li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li>BSc, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent recognised by Social Work England</li><li>Post-qualifying training in a relevant area</li><li>Current registration with Social Work England (or equivalent professional body)</li></ul><h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1667450&amp;ptId=12100" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1667451&amp;ptId=12100" target="_blank">download: Social Worker JD.pdf</a></li></ul>





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>Join West Northamptonshire Council and help make our community a great place to live, work, and thrive. As a Benefit Assessment Officer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting residents by ensuring Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction claims are processed accurately, fairly, and on time. This is a career where your attention to detail and commitment to people will make a real difference every day.<h2>Additional information</h2>You’re a clear and confident communicator who can support people with sensitivity, even in challenging situations. With strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a busy workload, you balance accuracy with empathy, ensuring vulnerable cases are handled with care. You bring sound judgment, initiative, and teamwork to everything you do, while also being comfortable working independently.&nbsp;Ideally, you’ll have experience interpreting complex legislation and assessing Housing Benefit or Council Tax Reduction claims, backed by proven literacy and numeracy skills. Above all, you value fairness, respect, and professionalism in every interaction.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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Join West Northamptonshire Council and help make our community a great place to live, work, and thrive. As a Benefit Assessment Officer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting residents by ensuring Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction claims are processed accurately, fairly, and on time. This is a career where your attention to detail and commitment to people will make a real difference every day.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? <ul><li>Assess and process Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction claims, including complex cases.</li><li>Provide clear, customer-focused advice on benefits and welfare reform.</li><li>Liaise with landlords, the DWP, and internal teams to ensure entitlements are correct and vulnerable clients are supported.</li><li>Identify and manage overpayments, fraud referrals, and maintain accurate Council Tax records.</li><li>Stay up to date with legislation and use IT systems effectively to deliver a high-quality service.</li></ul>About you You’re a clear and confident communicator who can support people with sensitivity, even in challenging situations. With strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a busy workload, you balance accuracy with empathy, ensuring vulnerable cases are handled with care. You bring sound judgment, initiative, and teamwork to everything you do, while also being comfortable working independently.&nbsp;Ideally, you’ll have experience interpreting complex legislation and assessing Housing Benefit or Council Tax Reduction claims, backed by proven literacy and numeracy skills. Above all, you value fairness, respect, and professionalism in every interaction.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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Obelisk House provides exceptional levels of support in residential and Dementia care.It is situated in a residential suburb in&nbsp;Northampton and it offers a wonderful living environment in which our residents can enjoy an enhanced quality of life.We have teams of friendly and committed staff who provide the highest level of dementia care and residential care.With our great accommodation and facilities and a programme of activities, our care home evoke a home from home atmosphere in which our residents can feel comfortable, content and very well cared for.Our benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28&nbsp;days annual leave per year, 29&nbsp;days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options&nbsp;</li><li>Our West Ways of Working&nbsp;– We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul>What will you be doing? As a Care &amp; Support Assistant, you’ll support people to gain their independence, helping them to regain confidence to reach their goals and retain skills. You will support individuals to make choices around their personal care and needs, encouraging good nutrition and hydration and prompt socialisation and engagement in activities. Ensure&nbsp;that clear and accurate documentation is completed, and any concerns are reported to the Shift Leader or Nurse on duty.<ul><li>Enrich our customers to feel safe, secure and noticed.&nbsp;</li><li>Support them to be themselves and encourage their comfort whilst being respectful of their living&nbsp;space.</li><li>Take part in Arts, crafts and stimulating activities.&nbsp;</li><li>Helping customers to get washed and dressed.</li><li>Providing manual handling support and personal care.</li><li>Providing medication support in a timely manner.</li><li>Liaise with health professionals.</li><li>Reporting any concerns or incidents to senior members of the team.</li><li>Arranging and taking part in activities with members of the community.</li></ul>37 hours per week, rotating shifts between: 7am-2pm and 2pm-9pm, with alternate weekends.&nbsp;Unfortunately, this role does not meet the legal requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We cannot accept individuals on full-time sponsorship who are seeking this as a second job or as their main job, as care is no longer classified as a Skilled Worker occupati About you As we offer full hands-on training&nbsp;with relevant certifications,&nbsp;you don't have to have experience. BUT you do need to have the want and will to make individuals&nbsp;feel seen and cared for.At minimum we offer&nbsp;2.5 weeks induction training and a further 2-4 weeks "Buddy&nbsp;scheme" too. We will settle you in, gradually.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Apply now!As we may close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications for this role before the expiry date.&nbsp;Career development and training opportunities &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Our team’s learning and development is very important to us. It ensures we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and have a variety of career pathways, for those who want to progress or specialise.All new starters are required to complete the Care Certificate, if not already completed previously, alongside mandatory training within their induction period. Courses are updated throughout your employment.About us We're embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers and communities.Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Care Support Assistant (Obelisk House)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28&nbsp;days annual leave per year, 29&nbsp;days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options&nbsp;</li><li>Our West Ways of Working&nbsp;– We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul><h2>About the role</h2>Obelisk House provides exceptional levels of support in residential and Dementia care.It is situated in a residential suburb in&nbsp;Northampton and it offers a wonderful living environment in which our residents can enjoy an enhanced quality of life.We have teams of friendly and committed staff who provide the highest level of dementia care and residential care.With our great accommodation and facilities and a programme of activities, our care home evoke a home from home atmosphere in which our residents can feel comfortable, content and very well cared for.<h2>Additional information</h2>As we offer full hands-on training&nbsp;with relevant certifications,&nbsp;you don't have to have experience. BUT you do need to have the want and will to make individuals&nbsp;feel seen and cared for.At minimum we offer&nbsp;2.5 weeks induction training and a further 2-4 weeks "Buddy&nbsp;scheme" too. We will settle you in, gradually.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Apply now!As we may close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications for this role before the expiry date.&nbsp;Career development and training opportunities &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Our team’s learning and development is very important to us. It ensures we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and have a variety of career pathways, for those who want to progress or specialise.All new starters are required to complete the Care Certificate, if not already completed previously, alongside mandatory training within their induction period. Courses are updated throughout your employment.<h2>Company information</h2>We're embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers and communities.Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

About the roleAbout the Role Learning and Development Business Improvement Team are looking to recruit a Business Support Assistant. The Business Improvement Team provide essential business support to the L&amp;D Service Managers across North Northamptonshire Council and Northamptonshire Children's Trust. This role provides essential administrative support for all Learning and Development activities. You will be part of a busy, customer focused team, ensuring that all the customer needs are met efficiently and professionally. To find out more about the role and for an informal discussion, please contact <a href="mailto:louise.mcilreavy@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">louise.mcilreavy@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>. Part time/job share options would be considered What will you be doing?What will you be doing You will act as the first point of contact for all L&amp;D enquiries, management of emails, calls and correspondence. Provide end to end administrative support for course bookings, including liaising with advisors, trainers, suppliers, booking venues, uploading course details onto the LMS [iLearn] and managing delegate communications. Schedule regular individual course owner meetings, to co-ordinate all course administration for the L&amp;D Open Programme. Produce a range of documents and monitoring reports for advisors, including course/delegate monitoring reports, registers and evaluations, to support efficient service delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, suppliers and colleagues. Provide on-site customer support at conferences and training events. Manage diaries, schedules, and stock control for training supplies. Support financial processes including raising invoices, journals and purchase orders. Undertake other duties as required within the scope of the role. About youAbout you. You will be proficient in MS Office and internet/email usage. Have strong literacy and numeracy skills. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills. Be able to prepare and analyse data for management reports. Have experience working as part of a team providing administrative support. Be able to work to deadlines. On occasion, travel freely to external venues to support with conferences and training events out of normal regular hours for continuity of service. Embrace change and utilising new technologies to improve efficiencies in the service. Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Learning and Development Business Support Assistant

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAs a Data and Systems Senior Technical Officer at Luton Council, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Council’s data strategy and delivering high-impact business intelligence solutions. You will be responsible for developing new reporting capabilities using tools such as Power BI, Qlik, and Business Objects, integrating data from various systems to support critical decision-making across the organisation.You will lead the design and implementation of data-driven solutions that meet evolving business needs—translating complex requirements into scalable, sustainable systems. This includes developing and managing ETL processes, writing efficient SQL scripts, designing dimensional databases, and optimising the performance of existing solutions.A key aspect of your role will be ensuring the quality, accuracy, and security of the Council’s data. You'll lead initiatives to improve data quality, manage master data integrity, and support the re-engineering of manual data flows into automated, reusable processes.Working collaboratively with internal teams and third-party IT suppliers, you’ll ensure that all solutions align with Luton Council’s data governance policies, meet statutory requirements, and support long-term organisational goals. You'll also lead on converting legacy reports to modern MI solutions and building intuitive dashboards that offer valuable insights through accessible and reliable data.This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled and strategic thinker to influence how data is used to drive performance, efficiency, and service improvement across the Council.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are an experienced and highly skilled data professional with a strong background in business intelligence, data integration, and systems development—ideally gained within a public or private sector organisation. You have hands-on experience in developing BI reports, dashboards, and data visualisations using tools such as Power BI, QlikSense, SSRS, SSAS, and Excel, and are comfortable working with complex data architectures including data warehouses, data lakes, and master data management systems.Your expertise in analysing, cleansing, and transforming data from multiple sources enables you to create high-quality, reliable outputs that support business decisions. You bring a structured and analytical approach to problem-solving, paired with strong organisational and time management skills.You’re confident in presenting technical and often complex information in a clear and accessible way to a wide range of stakeholders—including senior leaders and non-technical colleagues. You’re collaborative by nature, able to build effective relationships, lead project teams, and support cross-functional working to deliver shared goals.In addition to your technical capability, you demonstrate a solid understanding of dataprotection legislation, including the Data Protection Act 2018, and are committed to promoting equality, accessibility, and inclusive service delivery through data-driven insights.You hold a degree or equivalent professional qualification, or can demonstrate substantial relevant experience and training. You are also flexible and mobile—able to attend meetings and work outside of standard hours as required, including travel to locations within and beyond the Borough.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Interview Dates: 9th January 2026.<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1574199&amp;ptId=12093" target="_blank">download: Data and Systems Senior Technical Officer.docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1613964&amp;ptId=12093" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Permanent Ref:&nbsp; H437&nbsp; An exciting opportunity has arisen for this vacancy within the Property Service Planned and Adaptations team. You will be required to provide a specification and scope of work for capital planned works and planned works maintenance. Budget monitoring and adhering to planned programmes are essential to successful delivery of planned programmes.&nbsp; Experience of kitchen and bathroom programme delivery is desirable including knowledge of, CDM 2015, Building Regulations and Decent Homes Standard. You will be required to successfully manage projects and work with contractors to ensure work is being completed to a satisfactory standard.&nbsp; You will work with colleagues across the Housing Service to ensure our properties meet the Decent Homes Standard and programme delivery is within the agreed timescales and budget provisions. The ability to build strong and meaningful relationships with colleagues and contractors is required as well as tact, diplomacy, ability to negotiate and achieve defined performance targets. You will have excellent written and oral communication skills. Assist in the management complex customer complaint resolutions and manage their expectations. Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK, and use of a car to enable site visits. A check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.

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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance plus £5,500 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;Our CWD Specialist Intervention Team is a team working with children and young people with Mental ill health/emotional wellbeing issues and a diagnosis of learning difficulties such as Autism /ADHD or associated behaviours. The team carry small caseloads and work intensively with families and other professionals – especially colleagues in CAMH. We are passionate, innovative and creative in our approach.Often these young people have disengaged with education and we work very closely with colleagues in education to ensure that they have an EHCP if needed – and the right educational placement for them.As a Senior Practitioner within our Specialist Intervention team, you’ll be responsible for a caseload of complex cases providing assessment, care management and other social work services relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable/ at risk children and families.Under the direction of the Team Manager, you’ll use professional skills and experience to provide practice management to team members.If you have a good working knowledge of young people with autism, mental health and want the opportunity to make a real difference to young people’s lives, then please get in touch!Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are a qualified and experienced social worker, registered with Social Work England (DipSW, CSS, CQSW or equivalent), with a strong background in child and family social work. You bring a commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred practice and supporting others to do the same.You will have:<ul><li>Substantial post-qualifying experience, including in-depth work with children and families</li><li>Experience supporting children with learning difficulties and mental health conditions</li><li>A solid understanding of current legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice in children’s social care</li><li>The ability to manage complex and conflicting demands effectively</li><li>Experience of coaching, mentoring, and practice teaching</li><li>A commitment to continuous professional development—both your own and that of others</li></ul>You are passionate about supporting high standards of practice across your team. Through co-working, mentoring and offering advice and guidance, you help to develop others’ professional skills and confidence. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families.<h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580037&amp;ptId=12085" target="_blank">download: CWD SIT Senior Practitioner JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580040&amp;ptId=12085" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Housing Options Manager to lead our dedicated team in preventing and relieving homelessness and finding sustainable housing solutions for those in need. &nbsp;This is a key leadership position where you will:<ul><li>Lead with Impact: Manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing frontline team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellent customer service.</li><li>Drive Performance: Ensure effective performance management and quality assurance frameworks are imbedded across the service to ensure high performance and outcomes that are meeting the Council’s strategic goals.</li><li>Navigate Complexity: Oversee the assessment of statutory housing duties, utilising your expert knowledge of the Housing Act 1996, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and related case law to ensure legal compliance and fair decision-making.</li><li>Innovate Solutions: Develop and implement innovative initiatives to reduce homelessness, improve the quality and reduce the cost, and increase access to suitable housing options in a challenging market.</li><li>Build Partnerships: Forge strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams, elected members, and external agencies (statutory and voluntary) to make homelessness prevention a shared responsibility.</li></ul><h2>Additional information</h2>You’re an experienced leader with a strong track record in managing housing services and driving service improvements. You combine excellent leadership, negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and partners. You have a deep understanding of housing and homelessness legislation, local government structures, and best practice in service delivery. Skilled in performance management, budgeting, and strategic planning, you thrive in challenging environments and can balance multiple priorities effectively. Your approach is inclusive, customer-focused, and committed to equality, diversity, and positive cultural change.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Housing Options Manager

About the roleWe are seeking a motivated and committed Public Health Officer to join our friendly and forward-thinking Public Health team at North Northamptonshire Council.This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of our work on mental health and suicide prevention. You will play a key role in delivering evidence-based actions from the Suicide Prevention Strategy, while also leading and supporting a broader programme of work to improve mental health and wellbeing across North Northamptonshire.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll help strengthen local partnerships and support coordinated approaches to prevention, early intervention, and improved population mental health.Contract duration: 18 months fixed termLocation: North Northamptonshire CouncilClosing date: Sunday 14th December 2025Contact: Andile Chigbo, Public Health Practitioner – <a href="mailto:andilechigbo@northhants.gov.uk" target="_blank">andile.chigbo@northnorthhants.gov.uk</a>What will you be doing?As Public Health Officer for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, you will:<ul><li>Support the implementation and ongoing development of the local Suicide Prevention Strategy and Action Plan and wider Mental Health projects. </li><li>Coordinate delivery of key actions, monitoring progress and outcomes across the partnership.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues within the Public Health team, as well as NHS partners, voluntary and community organisations, and other council services.</li><li>Contribute to the design and delivery of evidence-based mental health improvement programmes.</li><li>Analyse data and intelligence to inform planning, identify needs, and support evaluation.</li><li>Participate in multi-agency networks and forums focused on improving mental wellbeing and reducing suicide risk.</li><li>Support wider public mental health work, ensuring prevention and wellbeing approaches are embedded across council and partner activity.</li></ul>You will report to the Public Health Practitioner leading on Mental Health and will work closely with colleagues across the wider Public Health team.About youWe are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual who is passionate about public health and mental wellbeing. You will have:<ul><li>Experience in public health, mental health promotion, or suicide prevention.</li><li>Strong organisational and project management skills.</li><li>The ability to work effectively with a range of partners and stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to present information clearly and sensitively.</li><li>A commitment to reducing health inequalities and improving mental wellbeing for all residents.</li><li>Experience of working within a local authority, NHS, or voluntary sector public health setting would be an advantage.</li></ul>Your application should be structured around the essential and desirable criteria in the job description.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Housing Options Manager to lead our dedicated team in preventing and relieving homelessness and finding sustainable housing solutions for those in need. &nbsp;This is a key leadership position where you will:<ul><li>Lead with Impact: Manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing frontline team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellent customer service.</li><li>Drive Performance: Ensure effective performance management and quality assurance frameworks are imbedded across the service to ensure high performance and outcomes that are meeting the Council’s strategic goals.</li><li>Navigate Complexity: Oversee the assessment of statutory housing duties, utilising your expert knowledge of the Housing Act 1996, the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017, and related case law to ensure legal compliance and fair decision-making.</li><li>Innovate Solutions: Develop and implement innovative initiatives to reduce homelessness, improve the quality and reduce the cost, and increase access to suitable housing options in a challenging market.</li><li>Build Partnerships: Forge strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams, elected members, and external agencies (statutory and voluntary) to make homelessness prevention a shared responsibility.</li></ul>Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? In this role, you will lead, manage, and develop the Housing Options service, ensuring the Council remains high-performing, compliant, and effective in meeting statutory housing and homelessness duties. You will drive key initiatives that support the wider housing and homelessness agenda.Whilst having knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation, policies and case law is advantageous, we are ideally looking for strong leadership skills in order to make sure we deliver a strong and high performing culture, focusing on clearly defined values, open communication, and prioritising employee well-being.With this in mind, we welcome applications from across the Council as well as within the service.About you You’re an experienced leader with a strong track record in managing housing services and driving service improvements. You combine excellent leadership, negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and partners. You have a deep understanding of housing and homelessness legislation, local government structures, and best practice in service delivery. Skilled in performance management, budgeting, and strategic planning, you thrive in challenging environments and can balance multiple priorities effectively. Your approach is inclusive, customer-focused, and committed to equality, diversity, and positive cultural change.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

About the roleThe Virtual School is a team of experienced teachers and dedicated educational professionals. We promote and support the educational attainment and progress of Northamptonshire's children in care and children previously in care.We are looking for an Achievement Officer to join the Virtual School working specifically with our post 16 cohort of children in care to support them to progress in and engage with, education, training, and employment. You will report to and work alongside our post 16 Education Officer and another Achievement Officer.What will you be doing? You will be responsible for investigating and finding solutions for the range of issues that may adversely affect progress in, and engagement with, education, training, and employment for young people who are post statutory school age. You will do this through liaison with education and training providers, young people and carers and any other related agencies or professionals.You will proactively support education and training providers so that they can maintain the young person’s place with the provider.You will ensure that all case work records are kept in line with service expectations and agreed operational policy, practice and procedures.You will represent The Virtual School at Multi Agency Meetings as and when required e.g., initial and review Personal Education Plans. About you We are looking to recruit a forward-thinking person who works well in a team. You will need:<ul><li>To be educated to Level 3 or above and have GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at grade 4/C or above.</li><li>To have good IT skills and be willing to learn how to use a diverse range of IT systems.</li><li>A good knowledge of Post 16 education, training, and employment.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of the needs and entitlements of children and young people in care.</li><li>To have excellent communication skills and experience of building good working relationships.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage your own case load.</li><li>You must be able to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. </li></ul> Where you will be working:The Virtual School working pattern includes working from home, attending education settings and other venues in the community across Northamptonshire and occasionally out of the county, and some days working from our office at ONE Angel Square, Northampton.Next steps:If you like what you have read and want to know more about the role then please contact Paul Andrews on 07738638636 or email <a href="mailto:daniel.holloway@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.andrews@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> or Charlotte Franks on 07342069897 or email <a href="mailto:charlotte.franks@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">charlotte.franks@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> Closing date for applications (we do not accept CVs) is 12th December 12’noon, Provisional interview date will be week commencing 12th January, 2026. Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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About the role<h4>Purpose of the job </h4>Provide service support to Regulatory Services. To understand the legal and policy requirements relating to the role and apply them accordingly. To provide advice and support to those engaging with the service. To assist officers and other agencies in relation to regulatory services matters. Ensure that all information is properly recorded on databases as required and in compliance with Data Protection requirements.What will you be doing?<h4>Principal responsibilities </h4><ol><li>Have a generic knowledge of the work of the service to be able to give advice to customers or to direct service requests appropriately to ensure that the customer receives a timely response and a good level of customer care.</li></ol><ol><li>Ensure that all documentation is processed correctly when being sent from or received into the Service, while being sensitive to the requirements of the Data Protection Act, the Freedom of Information Act and prescribed deadlines.</li></ol><ol><li>Ensure a timely and responsive support service to meet customers’ needs both internal and external. </li></ol><ol><li>Undertaking any required service support functions required by the team, including (but not restricted to): managing generic email boxes; receiving service request telephone calls; managing equipment/service ordering and receipting; producing health certificates; taking meeting minutes; producing and sending routine correspondence; updating relevant databases/IT systems and managing information requests. Ensuring that complete and proper digital and physical records are maintained as appropriate relating to all work undertaken</li></ol><ol><li>Ensure that procedures and processes relating to the administration and support of Regulatory Services are followed.</li></ol><ol><li>Proactively identify with your team areas of improvement to the service which benefit the service, Authority, businesses and/or the public and take steps to implement these.</li></ol><ol><li>Work collaboratively with other teams and support the training and development of colleagues and clients</li></ol>About youAttributes Education, Qualifications and Training:<ul><li>4 GCSE’s or equivalent</li></ul>Experience and Knowledge: <ul><li>Working knowledge of the work of Regulatory services</li><li>Proven ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with a range of stakeholders including Members, Officers, members of the public and external agencies</li><li>Effective management of competing demands and tight deadlines</li><li>Computer literate with experience of using case management systems and Office 365</li></ul>Ability and Skills: <ul><li>Fluent in spoken and written English</li><li>Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills</li><li>Able to produce clear and concise letters for members of the public</li><li>Able to demonstrate skills in planning and organising</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team and manage own caseload</li><li>Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision</li></ul>Equal Opportunities: <ul><li>Ability to demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behaviour, physical, social and welfare needs.</li></ul>Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Service Support Officer – Regulatory services

<h2>About us</h2>Join&nbsp;Tokko Youth Hub, a dynamic charity in the heart of Luton dedicated to empowering young people to reach their full potential. We are seeking an enthusiastic&nbsp;Youth Worker&nbsp;to inspire, engage, and support young people through creative, inclusive, and accredited youth programmes.We particularly welcome applicants with experience or interest in&nbsp;health and wellbeing,&nbsp;sports, or&nbsp;creative arts and media. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those whose lived experience reflects that of our young people. Join Tokko and help young people lead happy, healthy lives.<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £27,900 per year (actual)Hour: 37Contract type: Fixed term for 12 month An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Tokko Youth Hub Team, as a Youth Worker. This is a great opportunity to join The Tokko Youth Hub Team at a time when we are moving into a new stage in our organisational growth. We are excited to meet candidates who want to join us on this journey.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic Youth Worker to join our team and support children and young people aged 11–19 across a diverse, multi-cultural urban community.In this vital role, you will build meaningful relationships, deliver engaging activities, and provide targeted support to young people who may be experiencing challenges such as disaffection, underachievement, or social and emotional barriers to learning.About the RoleAs a Youth Worker, you will:<ul><li>Work with young people both one-to-one and in group settings, offering support, guidance, and opportunities for development.</li><li>Engage vulnerable and disengaged young people and their families, helping to build confidence, resilience, and positive pathways.</li><li>Assess needs, analyse information, and create evidence-based action plans that support young people’s personal, social, and educational development.</li><li>Plan, deliver, and evaluate creative, reflective, and inclusive youth work activities.</li><li>Work independently and as part of a multi-agency team, collaborating with partners to achieve the best outcomes.</li><li>Build strong relationships with key staff and professionals, offering challenge where appropriate to effect positive change.</li><li>Maintain high standards of communication, administration, and record keeping.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2>We are seeking someone who has:<ul><li>Substantial experience in statutory and/or voluntary youth work with young people aged 11–19 in a multi-ethnic urban environment.</li><li>Experience supporting young people facing social, emotional, behavioural, or learning challenges.</li><li>Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage young people from diverse backgrounds.</li><li>The ability to reflect on and develop their own practice.</li><li>Strong ICT skills for communication, presentation, research, and documentation.</li><li>A thorough understanding of Equal Opportunities, particularly in relation to young people from diverse communities.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and Health &amp; Safety.</li><li>Understanding of youth-related evidence-based practice and legislation in at least one of the following areas:</li><ul><li>Anti-social behaviour / youth offending</li><li>Child Sexual Exploitation</li><li>Teenage pregnancy / sexual health</li><li>Substance misuse</li><li>Domestic abuse</li><li>Radicalisation / extremism</li><li>Bullying</li><li>Gangs / youth violence</li><li>Mental ill-health</li><li>Neglect / toxic trio</li><li>Missing or runaway young people</li></ul><li>A recognised professional youth work qualification or relevant degree, with suitable competencies and experience.</li></ul>Working Requirements<ul><li>Ability to work up to four evenings per week.</li><li>Ability to travel and work across a range of locations within the borough.</li><li>Comfortable working outdoors, including street-based environments where you remain visible and accessible to young people.</li></ul>Why Join Us?You’ll be part of a passionate team committed to improving the lives of young people, with opportunities for training, development, and meaningful impact.If you’re driven, creative, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>Application process</h2>For more information and to apply please visit: <a href="https://tokko.co.uk/vacancies/" target="_blank">https://tokko.co.uk/vacancies/</a>To apply please complete the application form and the Equal Opportunities form at the bottom of the advert.Please send the application form to <a href="mailto:Tasha.case@tokko.co.uk" target="_blank">Tasha.case@tokko.co.uk</a>Closing date: 11th December 2025 at 5pm<h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669318&amp;ptId=12076" target="_blank">download: Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form- Tokko.doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669319&amp;ptId=12076" target="_blank">download: TOKKO Job Application 2025.doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669320&amp;ptId=12076" target="_blank">download: Youth Worker Full time Job Description.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Youth Worker - Tokko

<h2>About us</h2>Join&nbsp;Tokko Youth Space, a dynamic charity in the heart of Luton dedicated to empowering young people to reach their full potential. We are seeking an enthusiastic&nbsp;Youth Worker&nbsp;to inspire, engage, and support young people through creative, inclusive, and accredited youth programmes.We particularly welcome applicants with experience or interest in&nbsp;health and wellbeing,&nbsp;sports, or&nbsp;creative arts and media. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those whose lived experience reflects that of our young people. Join Tokko and help young people lead happy, healthy lives.<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £13,573 a year (actual)Hour: 18 Contract type: Fixed term for 12 month Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic Youth Worker to join our team and support children and young people aged 11–19 across a diverse, multi-cultural urban community.In this vital role, you will build meaningful relationships, deliver engaging activities, and provide targeted support to young people who may be experiencing challenges such as disaffection, underachievement, or social and emotional barriers to learning.About the RoleAs a Youth Worker, you will:<ul><li>Work with young people both one-to-one and in group settings, offering support, guidance, and opportunities for development.</li><li>Engage vulnerable and disengaged young people and their families, helping to build confidence, resilience, and positive pathways.</li><li>Assess needs, analyse information, and create evidence-based action plans that support young people’s personal, social, and educational development.</li><li>Plan, deliver, and evaluate creative, reflective, and inclusive youth work activities.</li><li>Work independently and as part of a multi-agency team, collaborating with partners to achieve the best outcomes.</li><li>Build strong relationships with key staff and professionals, offering challenge where appropriate to effect positive change.</li><li>Maintain high standards of communication, administration, and record keeping.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2>We are seeking someone who has:<ul><li>Substantial experience in statutory and/or voluntary youth work with young people aged 11–19 in a multi-ethnic urban environment.</li><li>Experience supporting young people facing social, emotional, behavioural, or learning challenges.</li><li>Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage young people from diverse backgrounds.</li><li>The ability to reflect on and develop their own practice.</li><li>Strong ICT skills for communication, presentation, research, and documentation.</li><li>A thorough understanding of Equal Opportunities, particularly in relation to young people from diverse communities.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and Health &amp; Safety.</li><li>Understanding of youth-related evidence-based practice and legislation in at least one of the following areas:</li><ul><li>Anti-social behaviour / youth offending</li><li>Child Sexual Exploitation</li><li>Teenage pregnancy / sexual health</li><li>Substance misuse</li><li>Domestic abuse</li><li>Radicalisation / extremism</li><li>Bullying</li><li>Gangs / youth violence</li><li>Mental ill-health</li><li>Neglect / toxic trio</li><li>Missing or runaway young people</li></ul><li>A recognised professional youth work qualification or relevant degree, with suitable competencies and experience.</li></ul>Working Requirements<ul><li>Ability to work up to four evenings per week.</li><li>Ability to travel and work across a range of locations within the borough.</li><li>Comfortable working outdoors, including street-based environments where you remain visible and accessible to young people.</li></ul>Why Join Us?You’ll be part of a passionate team committed to improving the lives of young people, with opportunities for training, development, and meaningful impact.If you’re driven, creative, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>Application process</h2>For more information and to apply please visit: <a href="https://tokko.co.uk/vacancies/" target="_blank">https://tokko.co.uk/vacancies/</a>Please complete the application form and the equal opportunities form at the bottom of the advert.please send the completed forms to<a href="mailto:Tasha.case@tokko.co.uk" target="_blank">Tasha.case@tokko.co.uk</a>Closing date: 11th December 2025 5pm <h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669335&amp;ptId=12077" target="_blank">download: Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form- Tokko.doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669336&amp;ptId=12077" target="_blank">download: TOKKO Job Application 2025.doc</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1669337&amp;ptId=12077" target="_blank">download: Youth Worker - 18hr Job Description.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Permanent Ref: HOS34 This position attracts a £5,000 market supplement per annum which will be reviewed after 2 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; Around half an hour by train from the centre of London, Dacorum occupies an enviable location just outside the M25 and is home to the towns of Hemel Hempstead (where our offices are based), Berkhamsted and Tring. An active and green place, Dacorum is a buzzing centre of business, enterprise and ambition. We’re designing our services around customers, ensuring our teams have the right skills and behaviours to excel, and we’ve developed new ways of working which support flexible and hybrid working. We are prepared to do things differently in Dacorum and our integrated neighbourhood delivery model enables us to deliver great services and create high-performing teams with a positive, empowered culture. Our ambition is to set the standards that other local authorities aspire to, and you can play a part in making this happen. Responsible for waste and recycling, fleet, street scene, grounds maintenance and cemeteries, your leadership will be central to encouraging a sense of shared mission and accountability across the service. Other priorities will include a focus on waste operations and fleet management (including the modernisation of our fleet), supporting the redevelopment and modernisation of our depot, maximising our commercial waste service, garden waste and the smooth running of the depot. Longer term, you’ll make an influential contribution to our planning for local government reorganisation and the opportunities that presents. It's a role that will suit someone with the right level of professional knowledge, acquired through study or career experience, and who has a proven track record of managing a multi-million-pound waste service within a complex, multi-agency service system. An informed appreciation of the practical demands of managing cultural and operational change is essential along with the ability to take a ‘first principles’ analytical approach to problem-solving and generating solutions. Excellent stakeholder management, customer service and engagement skills, are essential, as are good political awareness and sensitivity to the needs and priorities of others. It’s a fantastic time to join the team at Dacorum Borough Council and shape a cleaner, greener and safer place for our residents and stakeholders. We’re looking for candidates who will bring proven expertise and capabilities in their own professional area, but who also offer the wider strategic perspective and leadership skills to shape a progressive, collaborative and effective organisational culture, with a focus on customer service and service improvement. You’ll bring a creative, enthusiastic and open-minded approach to how we work across the Council and with our partners, to bring about the best outcomes for our residents and service users. Please note that all applications for this position should be made to Solace in Business and not through the DBC website.&nbsp; Visit <a href="http://www.join-dacorum.co.uk" target="_blank">www.join-dacorum.co.uk</a> to find out more or contact Steve Guest or Beth Roberts at Solace in Business on 020 7976 3311 for a confidential discussion. Closing date: 15 December 2025 Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. A Basic check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. We are an equal opportunities employer. Candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed.

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