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Stoke-on-Trent City Council is offering exciting opportunities across <strong>several departments</strong> for experienced social workers to join them and help deliver exceptional services to children, young people, and families.</div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">This is a fantastic chance to take on a <strong>rewarding role</strong> with excellent support for your continued professional development.</div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"><strong>About the role</strong></div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">As a <strong>Senior Social Worker</strong>, you will play a key role in <strong>delivering high-quality social care services</strong>, providing direct support to children and families. You’ll be responsible for completing <strong>statutory duties</strong>, developing care plans, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve the best possible outcomes.There are opportunities available in the following departments:</div>\n<ul class=\"p-rich_text_list p-rich_text_list__bullet p-rich_text_list--nested\">\n<li>\n<strong>CSS Duty & Assessment</strong> – responding to new referrals and conducting initial assessments.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Corporate Parenting 0-13</strong> – supporting children in care aged 0-13, ensuring they receive the stability and care they deserve.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Court Team</strong> – managing cases that require legal proceedings, providing expert evidence, and supporting children through the process.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Children’s Safeguarding & Support</strong> – working with children on child protection plans, offering intensive support and safeguarding interventions.</li>\n</ul>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">You will also provide <strong>mentorship and guidance</strong> to newly qualified and less experienced social workers, sharing your expertise to support their growth and development.</div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">To be successful in this role, you will:</div>\n<ul class=\"p-rich_text_list p-rich_text_list__bullet p-rich_text_list--nested\">\n<li>Be a <strong>qualified Social Worker with a minimum of three years’ experience</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Have the ability to inspire and lead by example, offering <strong>mentorship and support</strong> to your colleagues.</li>\n</ul>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"><strong>Why join Stoke-on-Trent?</strong></div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, you’ll be part of a <strong>close-knit, supportive team</strong> that values professional development. You’ll benefit from:</div>\n<ul class=\"p-rich_text_list p-rich_text_list__bullet p-rich_text_list--nested\">\n<li>\n<strong>A relocation package of up to £8,000</strong> to help you make a smooth transition if you’re moving to the area. This covers expenses such as removal costs, legal fees, and other associated expenses. The terms and conditions of this scheme will apply from the date you start your employment with the City Council.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Daily Commuter Travel Allowance</strong> as an alternative to relocation support. If you decide not to relocate (for example, on a fixed-term contract), you may be eligible to claim commuter travel expenses. This applies if your main residence is at least <strong>35 miles</strong> from your place of work. You can claim for up to <strong>two years</strong> or a maximum of <strong>£5,000</strong>—whichever comes first.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous salary packages</strong> and clear progression pathways, with many Senior Social Workers advancing to Team Manager roles.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Comprehensive training and development opportunities</strong> to help you enhance your skills and advance your career.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Flexible working options</strong> (where applicable) to support work-life balance.</li>\n<li>Access to <strong>mental health support</strong> and staff equality and diversity networks.</li>\n</ul>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"><strong>Want to find out more and apply?</strong></div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">If you are passionate about making a difference in children and families' lives, we would love to hear from you.</div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">For an informal discussion about this role, please contact:</div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Jo Brammer Recruitment & Retention Lead - Email</strong> <a class=\"c-link\" href=\"mailto:joanne.brammer@stoke.gov.uk\">joanne.brammer@stoke.gov.uk</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"><strong>Additional information</strong></div>\n<ul class=\"p-rich_text_list p-rich_text_list__bullet p-rich_text_list--nested\">\n<li>\n<strong>Sponsorship to work in the UK</strong> may be considered for this role upon a successful interview.</li>\n<li>This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if a high volume of applications is received.</li>\n<li>Shortlisting will be conducted on a rolling basis, with <strong>interviews taking place bi-weekly on Wednesdays</strong>.</li>\n<li>Stoke-on-Trent City Council is committed to <strong>safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults</strong>. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.</li>\n</ul>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an <strong>inclusive environment</strong> for all employees – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed together.</div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\"> </div>\n<div class=\"p-rich_text_section\">If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, apply today.</div>","shortDescription":"Stoke-on-Trent City Council seeks a Senior Social Worker to join various departments, supporting children, families, and providing mentorship.","salaryDescription":"£43,693 - £46,731 (Level 12)","publishDate":"2025-02-10T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-07T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/19643fa6-d763-4c4d-bdda-a58f97680e61.jpg","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"38137ec6-e5af-462e-b3f5-1b38730d230b","title":"Residential Care Workers","employer":"Stoke-on-Trent City Council","department":"","location":"Stoke-on-Trent, Civic Centre, Glebe Street, Stoke-on-Trent","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you looking for your next social care role with a friendly and supportive employer?</p>\n<p>Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking compassionate and resilient Residential Care Workers to transform the lives of looked after children.</p>\n<p>This role is a fantastic chance to develop your career, with a wealth of learning and development opportunities on offer.</p>\n<p><strong>About the job</strong></p>\n<p>Stoke-on-Trent is home to over 1,000 children in care. The Council’s service operates nine residential homes which are all rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.</p>\n<p>As a Residential Care Worker, you’ll join one of our small group homes, helping to provide high-quality care that delivers the best possible outcomes for looked after young people.</p>\n<p>You’ll work with our residents to help them build independence, while ensuring their safety and advocating for their educational and developmental needs.</p>\n<p>You’ll take a restorative approach to work, building relationships that empower children and their families. You’ll contribute to the development of care plans and help to address challenging behaviours, with the goal of enhancing young people’s lives and access to opportunities.</p>\n<p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p>\n<p>To succeed in this role you’ll need to hold a Level 4 or equivalent qualification in Health and Social Care, as well as experience working with children.</p>\n<p>You’ll have a good understanding of Children’s Home Regulations and the Children act 1989, with a commitment to the legislation’s guidance.</p>\n<p>You will be patient and understanding, with an ability to approach challenging situations with empathy. In addition, you’ll need to be adaptable, including having some availability for unsociable hours.</p>\n<p>You’ll also have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute effectively to childcare planning.</p>\n<p><strong>Why join Stoke-on-Trent?</strong></p>\n<p><em>“I enjoy the variety of the work and the chance to make a real impact on the life of a young person who has had a challenging journey in life so far.”</em> - Dave, Residential Care Worker</p>\n<p>The Children’s Social Care teams at Stoke-on-Trent are a close-knit group and provide a supportive and friendly work environment for our colleagues.</p>\n<p>We offer generous salary packages as well as fantastic professional development opportunities. Our training packages are hugely comprehensive, with programmes to help you develop into management roles. A large proportion of our current leadership team progressed to their roles from Residential Care Workers.</p>\n<p>We also provide a broad range of wellbeing support, such as staff counselling, occupational health support and the Able Futures ‘Access to Work’ scheme.</p>\n<p>Flexible working opportunities are also on offer, providing you are available to fulfil the duties of your role.</p>\n<p>For more in-depth details about <a href=\"https://stokechildrensocialcarecareers.co.uk/#our-offer\">our benefits</a> and life at Stoke-on-Trent, please visit our careers site: <a href=\"https://stokechildrensocialcarecareers.co.uk\">https://stokechildrensocialcarecareers.co.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Additional information</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Please note that having the right to work in the UK is an essential requirement for this role, as we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position. As part of the interview, you will be required to show your right to work in the UK.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Please note that this role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this role, please contact a member of our management team:</p>\n<p>Stacey Hegarty – Registered Care Manager: <a href=\"mailto:Stacey.Hegarty@stoke.gov.uk\">Stacey.Hegarty@stoke.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Chris Whalley – Head of CWD Residential Services and Outreach: <a href=\"mailto:Chris.Whalley@stoke.gov.uk\">Chris.Whalley@stoke.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>We will be shortlisting on a rolling basis, with interviews taking place bi-weekly on Wednesdays. </strong></p>\n<p>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment.  This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</p>\n<p>Stoke-on-Trent City Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this – we therefore encourage applications from all sections of our community. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed together.</p>\n<p>Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority.  If this happens you will be advised accordingly.</p>","shortDescription":"Stoke-on-Trent City Council seeks Residential Care Workers to support looked after children, offering professional growth and a supportive environment.","salaryDescription":"£32,654 - £35,235 (full time) +Bank holidays and weekends paid at 0.5 on top of basic salary, 12.5% shift allowance and sleep-in payments at £41.78 per sleep.","publishDate":"2025-02-10T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-07T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/72dc75db-c036-4ad5-8295-cd31c0c0a610.jpg","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"479527ef-1b18-4396-b5fa-11afa368c850","title":"Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service and Bracknell Forest Council Out of Hours","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Berkshire Emergency Duty Service, Bracknell, United Kingdom","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for social care? Bracknell Forest Council is seeking a Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service to oversee the delivery and coordination of statutory social care during out-of-hours operations across all six unitary authorities of Berkshire. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of diverse community needs and the ability to manage complex service delivery for a large and varied population.</p>\n<h3>About You</h3>\n<p>You will have a social work qualification with valid Social Work England registration, as well as extensive experience of legislation, policy and statutory requirements relating to Children, Adults, Mental Health and Housing.</p>\n<p>You will also have a track record of achievement at senior management level and experience of operational services in a large complex social care, health or other relevant setting. </p>\n<h3>About the Team</h3>\n<p>We are deeply committed to the wellbeing of Berkshire residents, and our dedicated out-of-hours social care team plays a crucial role in safeguarding some of our most vulnerable community members. Our specialist team includes Approved Mental Health Professionals, Senior Social Workers (Children’s Services), Adult Safeguarding Care Coordinators and Call Screening Officers. Collaborating closely with health professionals, the police, and families, we provide vital support and intervention for individuals facing social care crises outside regular hours.</p>\n<p>The Berkshire Emergency Duty Service (hosted by Bracknell Forest Council) provides unique, out-of-hours emergency social care across the entire Berkshire region. We take pride in our community, the care we deliver and the meaningful partnerships we have built with key stakeholders. However, we are always striving to improve, giving our team the time, support and resources to do their best work while also shaping the future of the service. </p>\n<p>This is an exciting time to join the team. Following a recent service restructuring, EDS has been recognised as a safe and effective service that safeguards children and vulnerable adults, earning positive feedback from Ofsted and CQC. Our team is a diverse group of highly skilled professionals, each an expert in their respective fields, working together to deliver expert crisis intervention and specialised social care.</p>\n<p>If you are looking for an opportunity to work alongside outstanding colleagues, make a tangible difference and drive innovative approaches to social care, this is your chance to leave a lasting mark.</p>\n<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Lead the Emergency Duty Service (EDS) in fulfilling duties under the Children Act 1989 and associated legislation.</li>\n<li>Provide leadership for Mental Health services for both children and adults, ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007) and relevant case law.</li>\n<li>Deliver Adult Social Care services in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation.</li>\n<li>Oversee out-of-hours housing and homelessness services as stipulated in the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.</li>\n<li>Manage the provision of an out-of-hours Appropriate Adult service for young people and vulnerable adults in police custody.</li>\n<li>Provide expert strategic leadership on statutory functions and professional practice in relation to both vulnerable children and adults.</li>\n<li>Support the transformation of the Emergency Duty Service to deliver improvements and efficiencies.</li>\n<li>Develop and implement strategic and operational plans in collaboration with service colleagues and senior leaders.</li>\n<li>Make independent decisions impacting daily operations and strategic direction.</li>\n<li>Ensure the service is adequately staffed 24/7 and meets all contractual arrangements, regulations and health and safety requirements.</li>\n<li>Successful management of significant organisational change, including culture change, change management programs and project management.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our Benefits</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days annual leave per year and sell 5 days. </li>\n<li>Hybrid and flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.</li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.</li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.</li>\n<li>Supermarket discount.<strong> </strong>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our Values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.</p>\n<h4>Our support</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Why Join Us?</h3>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and adults. We are committed to providing the best possible value for money and ensuring that our services meet the needs of our community.</p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 4th June 2025. </p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. </p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: </p>\n<p>Name: Tony Dwyer</p>\n<p>Job Title: Assistant Director: Adult Social Care Operations </p>\n<p>Phone Number: 01344 352787</p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. 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As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>","shortDescription":"<p>Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service needed to lead and manage social care operations during out-of-hours across six Berkshire authorities.</p>","salaryDescription":"£80,124 - £87,321 FTE (inclusive of 10% on-call allowance and £706 London Weighting)","publishDate":"2025-05-02T08:04:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f86f87a9-72b5-40a1-9454-f0e1fa9cf693.jpg","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"f74969df-f5e6-43c7-859b-457b3d7559ff","title":"Social Worker (Kinship Care Team) cloned on 30-04-25 11:02:34","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Office, Portsmouth","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking a qualified and suitably experienced Social Worker to join our Fostering Service on a full-time, permanent basis.</p><p>Are you ready to take your social work career to the next level?</p><p>Do you want to make a real difference while working in a supportive and dynamic environment?</p><p>This is an ideal opportunity to develop specialist knowledge within the fostering sector. You will have the autonomy and responsibility to really make a difference. If you are enthusiastic and passionate in making a real difference in children's lives supporting them to remain in the care of their family, then we would like to hear from you.</p><p><strong>The Service</strong></p><p>Portsmouth City Council's Children's Social Care service is committed to high standards and a culture of restorative practice. We are continuing to increase foster carer numbers and the menu of support to carers year on year. This is an exciting time to join our Fostering Service as we strive to further enhance outcomes for looked after children in the city. We are committed to professional development and the provision of training to staff.</p><p><strong>Kinship Assessment Team Social Worker:</strong></p><p>This role will have you assessing kinship carers to ensure the best outcomes for children and families. You’ll need sharp assessment skills, a good dose of empathy, and the ability to write a stellar report.</p><p>If you are enthusiastic and passionate in making a real difference in children's lives supporting them to remain in the care of their family, then we would like to hear from you.</p><p><strong>You will</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Work closely with our children's social work teams in order to support them in their work to secure permanence for the Children We Care For. In doing so, work with and assess relatives and friends both as foster carers and/or special guardians to enable children to live within the wider family if they are not able to live with parents.</li>\n<li>Hold a caseload of families/friends you will be assessing as potential carers for a child/ren within that wider family/network.</li>\n<li>Write high quality, evidenced based assessments to present to court and/or fostering panel with the required timescales.</li>\n<li>According to service need, complete Private Fostering assessments and stepparent adoption assessments.</li>\n</ul><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p><p>You will need to have/be </p><ul>\n<li>Be a qualified social worker and be registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>Have suitable post-qualifying experience in children and families work - experience of working with Children We Care For and foster carers would bean advantage.</li>\n<li>Have a sound understanding of legislation relating to children, fostering and safeguarding.</li>\n<li>Have strong communication skills which enable you to communicate with children, families, fellow professionals including foster carers and otheragencies and to challenge as appropriate. The ability to converse at easewith customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential forthe post.</li>\n<li>Have a restorative approach and the ability to be solution focused, openly communicate and explore issue that may be challenging for potential carers or approved carers.</li>\n<li>Be someone who enjoys a busy atmosphere with resilience and flexibility who can manage competing demands and the stresses that come with them.</li>\n<li>Be a supportive team member with a willingness to participate in other team tasks in the fostering service.</li>\n<li>You’ve got the skills, the passion, and a sense of humour and you’re ready to make a positive impact in the lives of children, young people, and families.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Please see the Job profile for the full details of this role</strong></p><p><br></p><p> If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Dave Crewe - dave.crewe@portsmouthcc.gov.uk or call 023 92 688 371.</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>Application process</strong></p><p>We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.</p><p>As part of your application we ask that you complete a<strong>personal statement</strong>, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the <strong>'Who is the Person'</strong> points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.</p><p><em><strong>Please indicate in your personal statement whether you are applying for a main or higher grade post.</strong></em></p><p></p><p>We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</p><p>We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. </p><p>Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</p><p>Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.</p><p>Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.</p><p><br></p><p>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk.</p><p>or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Portsmouth City Council seeks a Social Worker to assess kinship carers, emphasizing supporting children in familial care.</p>","salaryDescription":"£37937 - £45718","publishDate":"2025-04-30T10:40:25.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1b13c1e7-2cc7-4816-8819-c8e6c983a3a4.png","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"6862ecac-bb82-4f5d-b91a-c4fa09440bd3","title":"Executive Support Officer - Braintree District Council","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"Braintree CM7 9HB","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Executive Support Officer - Braintree District Council</strong></p><p><strong>Braintree District Council</strong></p><p><span><span>Fixed Term, Full Time</span></span></p><p><span>£30,313 to £34,612 per annum</span></p><p><span>Location: </span><span>Braintree</span></p><p><span>Closing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025</span></p><p><span><span> </span></span></p><p><strong> Essex County Council (ECC) are delighted to be supporting Braintree Council to recruit this Executive Support Officer role. </strong></p><p> </p><p><em>To Apply please click here: <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=150071J9bU\">Executive Support Officer</a> or visit https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team. Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left.</em></p><p><strong>The Opportunity:</strong></p><p>We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Support Officer to join our Executive Support Team, who are responsible for providing a range of professional support services to our Management Board and the Leader of the Council.</p><p>This is a fixed term post to provide additional support as we work on a number of projects including our transformation programme, devolution and Local Government Review.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include providing administrative support to Management Board and the Leader of the Council. Day-to-day duties will cover managing correspondence, emails and calls, managing diaries, arranging meetings and seminars, drafting agendas and taking minutes.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Experience:</strong></p><p><br> We are seeking a proactive individual, who is flexible, with the ability to work on their own initiative, but also as part of a team, to tight deadlines. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and tact and diplomacy are essential, together with an understanding of the confidential and sensitive nature of the role.</p><p>The successful candidate will be able to work confidently with people at all levels to build working relationships both internally and externally. Experience of working as a PA/administrator to senior managers including diary management, arranging­ and minuting meetings is essential, along with evidence of event planning. Proficient IT skills across a range of packages is a must.</p><p><strong> <br> Accountabilities:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>To take responsibility for managing incoming correspondence, emails and telephone calls, and drafting correspondence for members of Corporate Management Board and/or the Leader of the Council.</li>\n<li>To proactively manage MP correspondence ensuring all correspondence is logged and responded to accordingly.</li>\n<li>To proactively manage diaries for members of the Executive Team and/or Leader of the Council.</li>\n<li>To develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, colleagues and customers.</li>\n<li>To develop and maintain an understanding of the roles of senior management, senior Members and an extensive knowledge of the work of the Council and the Directorates.</li>\n<li>To work collaboratively, flexibly and effectively with PA colleagues to provide support, assistance and cover in the office.</li>\n<li>Arrange, create agendas for and take minutes at executive level, highly sensitive, meetings with internal and external partners.</li>\n<li>To organise meetings and seminars, including all the required logistics.</li>\n<li>To receive visitors for members of the Executive Team and/or Leader of the Council</li>\n<li>To provide administration and PA support for specialist roles</li>\n<li>To support the Executive Support Manager with procurement and payment for goods and services.</li>\n<li>To co-ordinate the collection of data and reports from services as required.</li>\n<li>To assist with emergency planning related issues by providing a loggist service to Gold and Silver command.</li>\n<li>To undertake any other duties and activities as directed by the Executive Support Manager and to advise if, at any time, the above duties and responsibilities cannot be performed.</li>\n</ul><p><strong> Why choose Braintree District Council?</strong></p><p><br> Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating <a name=\"_Int_IVkWZBkv\"></a>a great place for our residents and businesses.</p><p>As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities.</p><p>We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved <a name=\"_Int_Ot1RYcjB\"></a>track record for delivering and <a name=\"_Int_i0BGENqw\"></a>a strong reputation within the business community and are committed</p><p>Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are:</p><ul>\n<li>Flexible working</li>\n<li>Hybrid working arrangements are available in this role (home/office based) subject to business need</li>\n<li>Free parking</li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>Learning and development for all staff</li>\n<li>Staff recognition schemes</li>\n<li>Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership.</li>\n</ul><p>If you would like an informal chat about the post, please contact Emma Conigliaro on 01376 557700.</p><p><strong>To apply, click here: </strong><a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=150071J9bU\"><strong> Executive Support Officer</strong> </a></p><p><strong> Closing date for receipt of applications: Midnight on Sunday 18th<sup> </sup>May </strong></p><p><strong><span>Please Note </span></strong><strong>- </strong>Essex County Council is advertising this role on behalf of Braintree District Council and if successful you will be employed by Braintree District Council.</p><p><span><a href=\"https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team\"><strong>How to apply:</strong></a></span> This role is being advertised on behalf of Braintree District Council therefore all applications must be submitted via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://www.braintree.gov.uk/join-our-team\"> <strong>website</strong> </a> . 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Partnership with our communities is central to the way we work, so that everyone can access opportunities, and nobody gets left behind. Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.</p><p><strong>The role</strong><br>Community Safety Enforcement Officers are at the forefront of addressing anti-social behaviour and environmental crime in Camden, ensuring the safety and well-being of residents and businesses. With responsibilities ranging from investigating cases and enforcing statutory powers to providing guidance and support, this role plays a vital part in maintaining public safety and enhancing the community's overall quality of life.</p><p>As a Community Safety Enforcement Officer, you will exercise discretion and diligence in managing a diverse range of issues, utilizing your expertise in legislative processes and best practices. From responding to complaints and issuing penalties to supporting legal proceedings and aiding in emergency response, your dedication will contribute significantly to creating a safer and more secure environment for everyone in Camden. </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>We're seeking pro-active individuals who are deeply committed to community engagement and share our enthusiasm for achieving Camden's ambitious goals outlined in 'We Make Camden'. We're looking for candidates with a proven track record of using enforcement and intervention-based approaches to address neighbourhood challenges and improve the environment. If you're curious, adaptable, and embrace innovative thinking to drive service improvement, we want you on our team. You'll prioritise collaboration and solution-focused problem-solving, promoting best practices in enforcement and anti-social behaviour reduction. Most importantly, you'll be a dedicated advocate for making Camden a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive borough.</p><p><strong>To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by clicking </strong><strong>HERE</strong></p><p><strong>Working for Camden</strong></p><p>We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting our communities, and we’ll redefine what a career can be. If that sounds good to you, we’d love to talk.</p><p>At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits as well as joining a flexible working employer. Click HERE to see full details of our benefits.</p><p><strong>Additional information </strong></p><p>To view the Job Profile, please <strong>Click HERE</strong></p><p>To apply for this job please follow the \"Apply\" link. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section.</p><p><strong>Inclusion and Diversity </strong></p><p>We want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.</p><p>To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit our recruitment website</p><p><strong>Asking for Adjustments </strong></p><p>Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at resourcing@camden.gov.uk or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.</p><p> </p>\n\n <img src=\"https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=2b489a57c77ea96eef708612d276793e&view\" alt=\" \" width=\"1\" height=\"1\">","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,000 - £74,999","publishDate":"2025-05-02T15:40:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/68803009-1ec5-4943-89bd-188b5353f72b.PNG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dd3de515-0778-4013-8b2c-b51b2dd8ba1c","title":"Safeguarding Adults Lead","employer":"Lambeth Council","department":"","location":"6 Brixton Hill","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Lambeth Agency Workers- Click here to apply</strong></p> <p> </p><p><strong>Safeguarding Adults Lead- Adult Social Care REF: </strong></p> <p><strong>Hybrid Working </strong></p> <p><strong>PO7: £59,772 pa rising in annual increments to £62,922 pa inc LW.  </strong></p> <p><strong>Permanent and Full Time</strong></p> <p> </p><p><strong>About Us:</strong></p> <p>It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page. </p> <p> </p><p><strong>About the Borough:</strong></p> <p>Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. </p> <p>With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.</p> <p> </p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p> <p>Lambeth Adult Social care is seeking an experienced and dynamic Social Worker to take on the essential role of Safeguarding Adults Lead. </p> <p> </p><p>Do you have a particular passion for adult safeguarding work? Are you interested in understanding the common themes that occur across the wider multi-agency system, and in identifying creative solutions to improve our safeguarding responses?</p> <p> </p><p>The role is part of the Adult Social Care Senior Management team and as the key point of contact in the local authority for all Adult Social Care safeguarding issues, you will need to be someone who is organised, approachable, have an ability to de-escalate and contain highly emotive situations and be committed to leading on all areas of adult safeguarding. </p> <p> </p><p>As an already experienced Manager, you will have a good understanding of safeguarding adults work in practice, legislation, and complex risk assessment.  You will be an expert in safeguarding adults and the mental capacity act, and be able to offer clear advice and guidance to the adult social care teams as well as our partners, on these areas of practice.   You will also be able to develop training and present on these practice areas, to individual teams, the wider workforce during practice months and all staff webinars, and to partners through the Safeguarding Adults Board. </p> <p> </p><p>This role is an opportunity to develop your skills in understanding the broader strategic safeguarding issues that affect not only Adult Social Care, but our partners such as the Police, Hospitals and Mental Health. You will work with the Lambeth Safeguarding Adults Board, managing the Board Business Manager, and develop good relationships with partners so that there is a culture of enabling ‘whole system’ solutions to the complex issues that arise.</p> <p> </p><p><strong>We especially encourage applications from people from underrepresented groups and while the role is open to all applicants, Lambeth will utilise the positive action provisions of the Equality Act 2010 to appoint a candidate from underrepresented groups where there is a choice between two candidates of equal merit. </strong></p> <p> </p><p><strong>For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Job Description and Person Specification</strong></p> <p> </p><p><strong>Contact Information:</strong></p> <p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Kate Buck at kbuck@lambeth.gov.uk or David Jennings at djennings1@lambeth.gov.uk  </p> <p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Recruitment Timelines:</strong></p> <p><strong>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 18 May 2025.</strong></p> <p><strong>Interviews: Week commencing 27 May 2025</strong></p> <p> </p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <p> </p><p>We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:</p> <ul>\n<li>Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.</li> <li>Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Hybrid Working.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.</li> <li>Discounts at local restaurants.</li> <li>Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.</li> <li>Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme.</li> <li>Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.</li> <li>Trade Union Membership.</li> </ul> <p> </p><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p> <p>If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. </p> <p>In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV and personal statement.</p> <p>At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.</p> <p>\n\n <img src=\"https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=865f46d820610c1ab03747bbf0d04622&view\" alt=\" \" width=\"1\" height=\"1\"></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,000 - £74,999","publishDate":"2025-05-02T15:40:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/eaf06edb-31e0-4261-b1de-28ea42f25e07.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e5d8f59d-e06c-47c9-976b-8d011fdf25fe","title":"Senior Planning Officer","employer":"Tandridge District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices","locationType":2,"description":"<p>A great opportunity to be involved in ensuring high quality development and place making is achieved within the District. This will ensure the beautiful nature of our rural area is maintained and enhance which is in east Surrey, bordering Kent and the London Boroughs to the north. We are a Green Belt authority with two National Landscapes in the District.</p>\n<p>We know there are many things that residents love about Tandridge District including our fantastic location, our countryside and the community feel of our towns and villages. We think you will love Tandridge too.</p>\n<p><strong>The Role</strong></p>\n<p>Are you an experienced planner with a deep commitment to delivering high quality placemaking through the Development Management system? Would you relish the chance to make a key positive contribution to a beautiful local authority on the edge of London?  Do you want to have the chance to help shape the District and to make a big positive difference to the lives of Tandridge’s communities and environments?    If so, if so, we have a role for you. </p>\n<p>We are seeking a Senior Planning Officer to join the Development Management team. The successful candidate will have a wide variety of cases and you will be supported by a Planning Development Manager who will be able to provide guidance but you will need to be able to work on your own initiative in dealing with your caseload. The position play a crucial role in shaping the District’s environment and maintaining the Development Management team’s high performance. The role provides an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and skill base in a friendly and supportive working environment with a great opportunity to further your career in planning.</p>\n<p><strong>What we Offer </strong></p>\n<p>When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.</p>\n<p>We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.</p>\n<p>We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable.</p>\n<p>We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.</p>\n<p>We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.</p>\n<p>In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.</p>\n<p>Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide.</p>\n<p><strong>Diversity statement </strong></p>\n<p>At Tandridge District Councill, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring that equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, and good practice is embedded in the council’s culture and services.</p>\n<p>We welcome, applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.</p>\n<p>Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p>\n<p><strong>Want to know more? </strong></p>\n<p>If you’re looking for a new and exciting professional challenge, a collaborative, flexible/hybrid working, and the chance to develop your career, please do get in touch for a chat by e-mailing Thomas James, tjames@tandridge.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Local Government Reorganisation</strong></p>\n<p>Surrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. </p>\n<p>Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services. </p>\n<p>When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. 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An unswerving focus on the best possible outcomes<br>for all children, no matter the context, is an absolute prerequisite. <br> <br>We are committed to supporting our staff, we can offer an Employee Assistance <br>Programme (Health Assured), comprehensive CPD programme, Occupational Health, Free <br>Parking, Bike to Work Scheme and paid birthday leave. </p>\n<p>Further details and an application pack can be obtained from the school’s website.</p>\n<p>Your application form, covering letter and CV supporting your application should be <br>submitted to: HR@oldershaw.wirral.sch.uk for the attention of Mrs A Jackson. </p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 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The centre handles a footfall of around 20,000 people per year, so the place is very much alive during peak season. We have a fleet of 30 sailing boats and 90 canoes, kayaks and paddle boards. 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Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.</p>\n<p>We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.</p>\n<p>If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!</p>\n<p>Alternatively, for an informal discussion please contact: Richard Ashwell, Centre Manager at richard.ashwell@wokingham.gov.uk or alternatively Mike Bennett, Activities Manager at dintonactivitycentre@wokingham.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date: Monday 5th May 2025, 11pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: TBC</strong></p>\n<p><em>Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.<strong>     </strong></em></p>\n<p><em>If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. </em></p>\n<p><em>Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.</em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. </em></p>\n<p><em>Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£12.45 per hour","publishDate":"2025-05-02T15:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2dd17fab-ffd9-4d10-a4d9-a8d7ca261cb5.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ab5c43b2-3d43-45d5-b823-6a87dd2cba4d","title":"Safeguarding Our Schools Team Manager","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you a passionate and experienced safeguarding leader dedicated to ensuring the welfare of children and young people within educational settings?</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is seeking an Education Safeguarding Team Manager to provide strategic leadership and expert advice.</p>\n<p>This high-profile role involves advising senior leaders and the Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) on safeguarding matters, ensuring schools implement robust policies, and fostering a borough-wide culture of best practice in keeping children safe in education.</p>\n<h3>About you…</h3>\n<p>You will bring a deep understanding of what it takes to keep children and young people safe and supported, along with a genuine commitment to best practice whilst effectively managing the Safeguarding Team and collaborating with school leaders, headteachers, governors, and multi-agency partners to promote and enable safeguarding, helping children reach their full potential.</p>\n<p>You must have significant experience managing staff in safeguarding or child protection roles, a breadth of experience working within school settings, and an in-depth knowledge of statutory guidance like 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' and 'Working Together'. Essential skills include safeguarding supervision, undertaking audits, developing and delivering training, data analysis, and excellent communication and negotiation skills.</p>\n<p>You will demonstrate the confidence and professionalism to effectively challenge schools on their safeguarding arrangements, always keeping children’s safety at the heart of everything you do.</p>\n<h3>About the team…</h3>\n<p>You will be leading the dedicated Education Safeguarding Team, which includes an Education Safeguarding Officer and Administrator. This team sits within the Education & Learning section, under the Strategic Lead for SEN Specialist Support Services, as part of the wider People Directorate. You will work collaboratively within the council and with external partners to ensure the highest standards of safeguarding for children in Bracknell Forest.</p>\n<h3>Key responsibilities… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Effectively line manage the Education Safeguarding Team, overseeing performance management and professional development.  </li>\n<li>Provide expert safeguarding leadership and advice to the education service, ensuring schools are competent and confident in their safeguarding duties and have robust arrangements in place.  </li>\n<li>Represent education services and provide strategic advice at senior multi-agency safeguarding meetings (e.g., LSCB, MAPPA, MARAC) and contribute to relevant subgroups.  </li>\n<li>Monitor and audit safeguarding arrangements, policies, and procedures within schools, providing support and challenge to ensure compliance and best practice.  </li>\n<li>Design, deliver, and evaluate safeguarding training for school staff, and provide direct advisory support, networking, and supervision for Designated Safeguarding Leads.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits…</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>*(pro rata for part time)</p>\n<h3>Our values</h3>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. </p>\n<h4>Our support...</h4>\n<p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.  </p>\n<h3>Interview date </h3>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Tuesday 27 May 2025.</p>\n<p>Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.</p>\n<p>We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.</p>\n<p>Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.</p>\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\n<p>For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:</p>\n<p>Oliver May, Strategic Lead SEN Specialist Support Services: 01344 354213</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.</p>\n<p>Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.</p>\n<p>We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.</p>\n<p>Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.</p>\n<p>No agencies please. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,437 - £52,508 FTE inclusive of London Weighting","publishDate":"2025-05-02T15:21:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-20T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/affd25b6-b262-400e-bdd6-1f6d77c5c14f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9a2563f6-0083-4a47-8047-f4ddabea8320","title":"Specialist Teacher Adviser, Visual Impairment","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Portsmouth","locationType":3,"description":"<p>As a Specialist Teacher Adviser, you would be part of the Vision and Hearing Team, which is based in the Civic Offices in the city centre and is a successful Team within the Inclusion Service.</p><p>We invite applications for Qualified Specialist Teacher Advisers, Visual Impairment (QTVI). </p><p>We also invite applicants who are Qualified Teachers and who are willing to train as a QTVI funded by Portsmouth from September 2025.Successful candidates will be required to sign a formal training contract to confirm their acceptance of the conditions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Service</strong></p><p>The Vision and Hearing Team is a highly regarded needs led Team within the Inclusion Service which is an integral part of the Education Department.The team comprises of Specialist Teacher Advisers (vision and hearing), Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Digital Accessibility, a Habilitation Specialist for visually impaired pupils, and Communication Support Workers for deaf pupils. We are a supportive, enthusiastic<span>, and experienced team who are looking forward to welcoming a new member of staff to our team to fulfil an additional Specialist Teacher Adviser post for Visual Impairment</span>. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Specialist Teacher Adviser.Visual impairment provides crucial support and expertise to visually impaired children and young people, families, other professionals and educational settings across Portsmouth.Ultimately, they work to promote inclusion and ensure visually impaired students have equitable access to learning and development.This includes the development of specialist skills in areas like sensory development, communication, literacy (including Braille), accessing information, and technology.</p><p><em><br></em></p><p><strong><em>The post will include: </em></strong></p><ul>\n<li>Identifying and assessing the needs of children and young people (0-25) who have a visual impairment, in conjunction with other professionals, teachers and parents and in line with the SEND Code of Practice. To undertake the assessment of children's vision using a range of specialist testing materials.</li>\n<li>Providing advice and support to teachers and teaching assistants of pre-school, school settings and college/post 16 children and young people with a visual impairment. To provide direct intervention/specialist teaching as required.</li>\n<li>Monitoring the progress of children who have a significant visual impairment.</li>\n<li>Liaising with colleagues from health, social services and voluntary bodies over the needs of children who have visual impairment.</li>\n<li>Liaising with parents over the educational needs and progress of pupils with a visual impairment, including those visually impaired children under statutory school age.</li>\n</ul><p><em>Please see the Job profile for the full details of this role</em></p><p></p><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong><strong></strong></p><p>You will need to have/be </p><ul>\n<li>Be a qualified teacher with the Mandatory Qualification in Visual Impairment or studying for it</li>\n<li>Have knowledge of Braille</li>\n<li>Have good ICT skills including up to date knowledge of technology, resources and issues relevant to VI</li>\n<li>Possess a sound base of current research and practice relating to visual impairment</li>\n<li>Have an understanding of developments within Education especially with regard to the National Curriculum and Early Years.</li>\n<li>Be someone who understands family engagement and is committed to working in partnership</li>\n<li>Be able to work as part of a co-operative team based on a flexible approach to support but also have the ability to work individually.</li>\n<li>Have effective interpersonal & communication skills. Excellent personal organisation and time management skills</li>\n<li>A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for young people with Visual Impairment.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Trainee Specialist Teacher Adviser Visual Impairment Trainee (QTVI)</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): You must hold a recognised teaching qualification.</li>\n<li>You will need demonstrable successful experience of working with children or young people in an educational setting, including CYP with special educational needs .</li>\n<li>Working with families and experience of multi-agency working.</li>\n<li>Commitment to further study: A willingness to undertake and successfully complete the Mandatory Qualification (MQ) in Visual Impairment is essential.</li>\n<li>Understanding of SEND: A good understanding of the principles and practices of Special Educational Needs and Disability is crucial.</li>\n</ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Contact details if you want an informal discussion or have any questions:</strong></p><p>Please call Marie Lloyd 07734 828 415 or email <a href=\"mailto:marie.lloyd@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">marie.lloyd@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Interview date:</strong> 21st May 2025</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Application process</strong></p><p>We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.We advise that you read the full Job Profile before completing your application</p><p>As part of your application we ask that you complete a<strong>personal statement</strong>, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the<strong>'Who is the Person'</strong> points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.</p><p>We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a></p><p>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.</p><p>We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Portsmouth City Council</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Portsmouth City Council iscommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment.</p><p>DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.</p><p>Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.</p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p>Should you require anysupportin completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"M6 to Upper 3 - £43,607 to £49,084 per annum, pro rata","publishDate":"2025-05-02T15:13:18.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a2438550-104c-4b72-b670-d181313fe907.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bd4cb09c-e2ac-4480-a48b-4eaa2bb55890","title":"Classroom Teacher KS1","employer":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools","location":"Hatton Hill Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>A wonderful opportunity has arisen to join the enthusiastic and dedicated team at Hatton Hill Primary. The Governors and Headteacher of Hatton Hill warmly invite applications for a KS1 teacher starting in September 2025. </p>\n<p>We are seeking to appoint someone who is energetic, talented and ambitious and who can inspire, challenge, motivate and support both children and colleagues.</p>\n<p><strong>We are looking for someone who:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Is enthusiastic and committed to making a difference</li>\n<li>Is an excellent class teacher with a proven record</li>\n<li>Has an interest in working with children with additional needs</li>\n<li>Believes that you can make a difference to the outcomes for children</li>\n<li>Is able to lead, inspire and motivate</li>\n<li>Has high expectations of learning, behaviour and care for all children.</li>\n<li>Enjoys teaching and demonstrates the ability to create a stimulating learning environment for children and a determination to make learning fun and relevant</li>\n<li>Has excellent communication skills at all levels, is a team player and has a desire to raise standards</li>\n<li>Is committed to the whole school community and is prepared to be actively involved in the extra-curricular provision of the school</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>We can offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>highly committed, talented enthusiastic and professional staff</li>\n<li>children who are eager to learn</li>\n<li>a commitment to continuous professional development</li>\n<li>a committed and supportive Governing Body</li>\n<li>a happy and growing school</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Candidates should have an interest in history and an abililty to lead this area of the curriculum.</p>\n<p>Visits to the school can be arranged by telephoning Mrs Sefton on 0151 928 7012 ; or by email on finance.hattonhill@schools.sefton.gov.uk</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</em></p>\n<p><em>This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.</em></p>\n<p><em>Hatton Hill</em><em> School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.</em></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Main Pay Range: M0 to M5","publishDate":"2025-05-02T15:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b459c907-6227-4c2b-8513-fef9911fc2fc.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4bda57e4-5de4-4b61-9841-79d162eb5936","title":"Senior Education, Health and Care Plan Co-ordinator","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"One Friargate, Station Square, Coventry","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are excited and very pleased to be expanding the Coventry Statutory Assessment and Review Team (StART) to enable us to further develop and enhance the service provided to the families, schools and young people living in this vibrant, diverse city. Our Team is committed to working with families and partners to support and empower children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We have responsibility for a range of important statutory educational work within Coventry. We are here to deliver the aspirational challenge set to us by young people with SEND and their families: ‘To Lift the Cloud of Limitation and enable them to enjoy an ordinary life’.</p><p>Our passion and commitment was recognised by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) during our last Local Area SEND inspection, they commended our “genuine passion and commitment to get things right for children and young people with SEND and their families”; our respect for the “lived experiences of children and young people with SEND and their parents” and the “strong partnership between school settings and education service providers’.</p><p>This is a key role within Coventry’s Statutory Assessment and Review Service.</p><p>We are currently recruiting to expand our internal leadership team within the service. You will be well supported and there will be opportunities for progression. Each and every role within the team is critical as it enables us to offer an excellent and cohesive service to the families and children of Coventry.</p><p>We value and welcome diverse perspectives and experiences as we strive to create an inclusive workplace culture which is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.</p><b>Our Values</b><br><p>In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.</p><p>Our Values are:</p><ul>\n<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul><p><img alt=\"The Image “Our Values” is an image of text. It is a logotype for our One Coventry Values - Open and fair, Nurture and develop, Engage and empower, Create and innovate, Own and be accountable, Value and respect\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/images/ONE_COV_infographic.jpg\" width=\"687\"></p><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>As a Senior Education, Health and Care Plan Coordinator you will be responsible for leading a team of Education, Health and Care Plan Coordinators and Plan Assistants. You will be supporting the team with a range of statutory work taking a lead in complex casework, conflict resolution, Tribunal cases and most importantly able to demonstrate a person-centred approach to working with Coventry’s families, children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.</p><p>You will hold a caseload of complex cases linked to a range of educational settings responsible for overseeing the Education, Health and Care needs assessment process and ensuring annual reviews are completed in a timely manner.</p><p>You will be able to produce high quality Education, Health and Care Plans for children and young people across the 0-25 age range ensuring compliance with the Children's and Families Act 2014 and the Equality Act 2010.</p><p>This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p>We are looking for an experienced individual who has substantial working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice 2014, the SEND Regulations and Equality Act 2010.  You will have line management experience and be a champion for children and young people with SEND.</p><p>You will be highly literate, an excellent communicator, able to prioritise work streams in a busy environment, able to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including families, children, young people, schools, colleges, health and social care. </p><p>We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, person-centred professional who will support and work within the Coventry One Values understanding that we deliver a valuable public service utilising public resources. You will need to be creative, and solution focussed in order to successfully support and lead your team.</p><p>Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate valuable experience of working in an inclusive senior role where you have demonstrated your commitment to children and young people with additional needs. </p><p>You will need to be resilient, able to manage a complex range of responsibilities and  demonstrate inspiring leadership skills.</p><p>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility\">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.</p><p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong> - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</p><ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul><p>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</p><p>Interview date: 22 May 2025 </p><p> </p><b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p><p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.<br><br>At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.</p><p>To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.</p><p>If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies\">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49764-£55623","publishDate":"2025-05-02T14:46:20.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ac87bbd9-d027-4802-a6f8-450eb5344d5c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c2b7136c-ac7a-433f-83a6-ff05b8835708","title":"Duty Manager","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"Coventry Central Library","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.</p>\n\n<p>Coventry City Council’s Library and Information Service is a public facing service operating for the benefit of local communities and the wider city.   </p>\n\n<p>Providing services from the central library and 16 local libraries (3 of which are community led) Coventry libraries provide a unique 'cradle-to-grave' service bringing individuals and communities together.   </p>\n\n<p>Public libraries acquire, organise and provide access to a range of information and reading resources to meet the diverse needs of a community.  We actively support independent learning and encourage reader development, also providing information on areas such as:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Local and national government services, </li>\n\t<li>Learning opportunities,  </li>\n\t<li>Leisure activities, and  </li>\n\t<li>Local community news and events  </li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>We also play an important role in providing access to computers and the internet for those who are digitally excluded.   <br>\nThe Library Service works in partnership with local, regional and national organisations to provide a full and wide-ranging service offer.  Partners include: </p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Arts Council England </li>\n\t<li>BBC  </li>\n\t<li>Department for Culture, Media and Sport </li>\n\t<li>Libraries Connected  </li>\n\t<li>Public Health England, and  </li>\n\t<li>Reading Agency </li>\n</ul>\n\n<p>Libraries are uniquely placed to change lives for the better. They are busy and vibrant open spaces, not only providing access to books but also helping people to help themselves and improve their opportunities. By providing practical support and guidance, libraries play a critical role in enabling and empowering people to realise their potential, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.</p>\n<b>Our Values</b><br><p>In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. 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It is a logotype for our One Coventry Values - Open and fair, Nurture and develop, Engage and empower, Create and innovate, Own and be accountable, Value and respect\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/images/ONE_COV_infographic.jpg\" width=\"687\"></p>\n<b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>The Duty Manager is responsible day-to-day for the library building, including the Health and Safety of staff, customers and contractors, co-ordinating usage of the library space, and dealing with complaints and incidents in the library.</p><p>They are the first point of contact for library visitors. Helping customers with enquiries and IT, answering questions on a wide variety of subjects.</p><p>They are responsible for managing the team of library staff, timetabling, training, and furthering their development.</p><p>They will supervise the delivery of events and activities in the library, (for example rhymetimes), and work with library managers and library staff enabling the promotion, display and rotation of books and other services.</p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p>We are we looking for someone who has experience of delivering a customer-focussed service, with supervisory experience and a knowledge of how to train, motivate and develop teams.</p><p>They must be resourceful and have good problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead and participate in events.</p><p>Someone with excellent customer service skills, with an eye to keeping library spaces welcoming to all. Good communication and IT skills, who wants to share their passion for books and reading and working with people. If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.</p><p>Rota:</p><p>Week 1</p><ul>\n<li>Monday 9.00-7.00</li>\n<li>Tuesday 9.00-1.00</li>\n<li>Wednesday 10.15-7.00</li>\n<li>Thursday 8.30-5.00</li>\n<li>Friday 10.30-7.00</li>\n</ul><p>Week 2</p><ul>\n<li>Monday 9.00-7.00</li>\n<li>Tuesday 9.00-1.00</li>\n<li>Wednesday 10.15-7.00</li>\n<li>Thursday 8.30-5.00</li>\n<li>Saturday 8.30-4.30</li>\n</ul><p>If you have any queries, please contact Ewa Gmiter on 07570818668</p><p>or Carrina Blake on 07985 816580</p><p>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility\">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.</p><p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong> - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</p><ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul><p>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</p><p>Interview date: 16 of May 2025</p><b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p>\n\n<p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.<br>\n<br>\nAt Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.</p>\n\n<p>To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.</p>\n\n<p>If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies\">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27711 - £33366","publishDate":"2025-05-02T14:44:43.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f82151d1-1008-4a03-be12-c2073c19bb64.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9fed4f94-50a2-4442-951c-f02320518c80","title":"Principal Planning Officer","employer":"Tandridge District Council","department":"","location":"Council Offices","locationType":2,"description":"<p>A great opportunity to be involved in ensuring high quality development and place making is achieved within the District. This will ensure the beautiful nature of our rural area is maintained and enhance which is in east Surrey, bordering Kent and the London Boroughs to the north. We are a Green Belt authority with two National Landscapes in the District.</p>\n<p>We know there are many things that residents love about Tandridge District including our fantastic location, our countryside and the community feel of our towns and villages. We think you will love Tandridge too.</p>\n<p><strong>The Role</strong></p>\n<p>Are you an experienced planner with a deep commitment to delivering high quality placemaking through the Development Management system? Would you relish the chance to make a key positive contribution to a beautiful local authority on the edge of London?  Do you want to have the chance to help shape the District and to make a big positive difference to the lives of Tandridge’s communities and environments?    If so, if so, we have a role for you. </p>\n<p>We are seeking a Principal Planning Officer to join the Development Management team. The successful candidate will take on some of the larger and most complex applications received by the Council. You will be supported by a Planning Development Manager who will be able to provide guidance but you will need to be able to work on your own initiative in dealing with your caseload. The position plays a crucial role in shaping the District’s environment and maintaining the Development Management team’s high performance. The role provides an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and skill base in a friendly and supportive working environment with a great opportunity to further your career in planning.</p>\n<p><strong>What we Offer </strong></p>\n<p>When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.</p>\n<p>We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.</p>\n<p>We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable.</p>\n<p>We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.</p>\n<p>We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.</p>\n<p>In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.</p>\n<p>Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href=\"http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs\">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide.</p>\n<p><strong>Diversity statement </strong></p>\n<p>At Tandridge District Councill, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring that equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, and good practice is embedded in the council’s culture and services.</p>\n<p>We welcome, applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.</p>\n<p>Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p>\n<p><strong>Want to know more? </strong></p>\n<p>If you’re looking for a new and exciting professional challenge, a collaborative, flexible/hybrid working, and the chance to develop your career, please do get in touch for a chat by e-mailing Thomas James,  tjames@tandridge.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Local Government Reorganisation</strong></p>\n<p>Surrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. </p>\n<p>Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, this process will take several years and during that time we still need to provide services. </p>\n<p>When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council which may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety as part of a larger organisation. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£46,045 - £52,379","publishDate":"2025-05-02T14:41:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ce569e62-afdf-4ad9-997a-71e8c3647959.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a540112a-fd23-4444-af50-330dae47b02e","title":"Head Of Computing","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Wirral School","location":"West Kirby Grammar School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Head of Computing TLR2b<br>Full-time or Part-time, Permanent. Required for September 2025.</p>\n<p>The Governors of this exceptional Grammar School wish to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic Head of Computing for September 2025. This is a permanent post and will be considered on a full-time or part-time basis. The ability to teach Computing at both GCSE and A-level is essential. A strong degree in Computer Science or a closely related discipline is sought.</p>\n<p>The Computing department at WKGS is a small and experienced team comprising the Head of Department and one part-time member of staff. We are seeking an inspiring individual to lead with energy and creativity, fostering a passion for computing, digital literacy, and technology across all key stages. The successful candidate will be excited by the opportunity to grow the department and ensure it supports the digital needs of all students. They will also be committed to encouraging girls into the tech sector and building an inclusive, diverse computing culture.</p>\n<p>At GCSE, students follow the OCR Computer Science specification, delivered over a two-year KS4 programme. A-level students also follow the OCR specification and benefit from twelve 50-minute lessons per fortnight. Python is the primary programming language used across the department and WKGS is primarily a Microsoft school. In addition to excellent academic outcomes, the department leads a range of extracurricular initiatives designed to develop student interest in computing beyond the classroom, including a coding club, a Digital Leaders programme, contributions to the Robotics Club (run in collaboration with DT), and a popular annual House Bebras<br>Computational Thinking competition.</p>\n<p>West Kirby Grammar School is a very successful selective girls' school with a coeducational Sixth Form. There are approximately 1200 students on roll, and results are exceptional. In 2024, the Progress 8 score was +0.42, with 51% of results at grades 9-7 and 15% at grade 9. At A-level, 61% of grades were A* - B, with the average grade being a B.</p>\n<p>Closing date: Monday 19 May at 9am<br>Anticipated interview date: Wednesday 21 May </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 to £49,084 Plus TLR2 £5,644","publishDate":"2025-05-02T14:37:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d85a0069-8940-45c2-bf69-55cf87358d6e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2b983f60-1611-47b7-a0cf-97484e2bf9c8","title":"Class Teacher (Autistic Spectrum Base)","employer":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools","location":"Hudson Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Class Teacher ASC (Autistic Spectrum) Base </strong></p>\n<p>Teacher, Full Time. Required from September 2024. (Temporary in the first instance for 12 months with view to becoming permanent)</p>\n<p>Salary: MPR / UPR </p>\n<p><em><strong>Introducing ourselves:</strong></em></p>\n<p>Hudson School and Family Wellbeing Centre, Moorhey Road, Maghull, L31 5LE. </p>\n<p>Hudson is based in Maghull, Merseyside and we provide education for approximately 300 children from ages 3-11 years, from a range of backgrounds and a range of needs.</p>\n<p>We take great pride in our true community school as it successfully provides a secure and nurturing resource for vulnerable children and families. We are privileged to offer our Family Wellbeing Centre facilities,  Nursery provision and furthermore our specialise resourced autism base to those within our reach with an ASC diagnosis.</p>\n<p>At Hudson we want the best for every child, We believe that however long a child is with us, it is important that they make good progress and are equipped for the next stage of their education.</p>\n<p>To achieve this, we wish to attract and welcome staff who will work hard to make sure our children feel they are part of a caring community. Please consider the requirements of this position and should you feel you could be a part of what we deliver, we would welcome an application from you to join the team.</p>\n<p><strong>Job requirements:</strong></p>\n<p>Our ASC base caters for children with Autism.  We provide quality education for children with educational needs and are looking for a focused and skilled teacher to provide a high standard of learning for these pupils.</p>\n<p>Applications are welcome for this nurturing community school from inspirational, innovative, creative and experienced teachers who are able to motivate children and who have a love of learning. </p>\n<p>Please use the five points below along with the information in our attached job description to write your application. The perfect applicant will be able to</p>\n<p>1) demonstrate SEN experience </p>\n<p>2) evidence consistently high standards of learning and teaching with a complex SEN cohort through innovative and challenging teaching</p>\n<p>3) knowledgeably and skillfully ensure that children make good progress and are able to overcome barriers to learning.</p>\n<p>4) clearly show strong commitment to your own development and also have the desire to go that extra mile in enriching the life of the school and playing your part as a member of our community</p>\n<p>5) work independently and as part of a team</p>\n<p>If this sounds like you, then we would welcome receiving your application!</p>\n<p>A tour of the school is available on <strong>Wednesday 7th May 2025</strong> at <strong>4.30pm</strong>. Please book your place by emailing <strong>finance@hudsonprimary.co.uk </strong>. </p>\n<p>Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Criminal Records Bureau.<br><br>The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.</p>\n<p>Application form and job description available on the links below.</p>\n<p>All applications should be returned directly to the school by <strong>12 noon </strong>on<strong> Monday 12th May 2025 </strong>to <strong>finance@hudsonprimary.co.uk </strong>with a view to observing shortlisted candidates on <strong>Thursday 15th </strong>and<strong> Friday 16th May 2025</strong>.  Subsequent interviews for successful candidates are expected to be held on <strong>Monday 19th May 2025</strong>.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Salary: MPR / UPR","publishDate":"2025-05-02T14:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-12T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/39382490-57ab-40f2-9747-c9e4a992b21c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0f4588c9-aef4-47ec-b35b-60c35481cb06","title":"Education, Health and Care Plan Co-ordinator","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"One Friargate, Station Square, Coventry","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are excited and very pleased to be expanding the Coventry Statutory Assessment and Review Team (StART) to enable us to further develop and enhance the service provided to the families, schools and young people living in this vibrant, diverse city. Our Team is committed to working with families and partners to support and empower children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). We have responsibility for a range of important statutory educational work within Coventry. We are here to deliver the aspirational challenge set to us by young people with SEND and their families: ‘To Lift the Cloud of Limitation and enable them to enjoy an ordinary life’.</p><p>Our passion and commitment was recognised by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) during our last Local Area SEND inspection, they commended our “genuine passion and commitment to get things right for children and young people with SEND and their families”; our respect for the “lived experiences of children and young people with SEND and their parents” and the “strong partnership between school settings and education service providers’.</p><p>We value and welcome diverse perspectives and experiences as we strive to create an inclusive workplace culture which is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.</p><b>Our Values</b><br><p>In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.</p><p>Our Values are:</p><ul>\n<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul><p><img alt=\"The Image “Our Values” is an image of text. It is a logotype for our One Coventry Values - Open and fair, Nurture and develop, Engage and empower, Create and innovate, Own and be accountable, Value and respect\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/images/ONE_COV_infographic.jpg\" width=\"687\"></p><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>To work within the Statutory Assessment and Review Team as an <strong>Education, Health and Care Plan Coordinator</strong> contributing to the performance and effective delivery of the Local Authority’s Special Educational Needs Team. This includes:</p><ul>\n<li>Being responsible for a caseload of pupils, supporting schools and other educational settings through the Education Health and Care Assessment Process.</li>\n<li>Attending annual reviews and transition reviews in schools and other educational settings ensuring a ‘person centred’ approach and parents/carers are fully involved throughout the process.</li>\n<li>Producing high quality EHCP’s for children and young peoples across the 0-25 age range ensuring compliance with the Children's' and Families Act 2014 and the Equality Act 2010.</li>\n<li>Responsible for co-ordinating and monitoring bespoke educational programmes for young people who benefit from an alternative educational programme.</li>\n<li>Monitoring cases funded through personal budgets, reviewing outcomes and value for money</li>\n</ul><p>You will be well supported and there will be opportunities for progression. Each and every role within the team is critical as it enables us to offer an excellent and cohesive service to the families and children of Coventry.</p><p>This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p>We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, person-centred professionals who will be able to demonstrate valuable experience of working in an inclusive role where they have demonstrated their commitment to children and young people with additional need and have a good understanding of the 2014 SEND Reforms and the educational landscape.  We are expanding our team and one of these positions will be based within the Post 16 Team, so we would also welcome applications from the Post 16 and secondary sector.</p><p>You will need to be resilient and able to manage a caseload of children and young people linked to schools in Coventry and the surrounding areas.</p><p>This is a key role within Coventry’s Statutory Assessment and Review Service. You will need to be highly literate, an excellent communicator, able to prioritise work streams in a busy environment, able to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including families, children, young people, schools, colleges, health and social care.</p><p>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility\">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.</p><p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong> - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</p><ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul><p>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</p><p>Interview date(s): 22 May 2025</p><p> </p><b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p><p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.<br><br>At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.</p><p>To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.</p><p>If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies\">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,938 - £44,711","publishDate":"2025-05-02T14:27:12.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b069c3c1-c7c4-4aa8-ae46-dc579930836c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b7d5f25c-0ac9-4845-8adc-e76eb8cf6fea","title":"ASC Team Manager","employer":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"Magdalen House","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We have recently created a new borough-wide social work team to support young people during their transition from Children’s to Adults services in Sefton and support people applying for or receiving Continuing health and Joint funding.</p>\n<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic Team manager to work with us to engage and inspire and be a key part of a dedicated team influencing and shaping how we deliver services for people.</p>\n<p>In your role as Team Manager you will lead, support and manage a team within Sefton Adult Social Care Department as well as develop integrated approaches with health colleagues.</p>\n<p>We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual to fill this role and bring passion, creativity and care to a really fantastic team seeking guidance, support and leadership. You should have an excellent understanding of the Care Act, associated legislation and Health and Joint funding processes.  You will be responsible for key decision making and given the freedom to develop your staff and team creatively.</p>\n<p>You will receive excellent support from your service manager and the wider leadership team.</p>\n<p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p>\n<p>Sefton is a diverse and exciting local authority that is on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Sefton 2030 Vision. This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.</p>\n<p><strong>Sefton as a Place to Live and Work</strong></p>\n<p>Boasting 22 miles of stunning coastline, Sefton is a leading coastal tourist destination with a flourishing visitor economy. Spanning the busy Port of Liverpool, the famous Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ installation, attractive beaches and dunes, to the resort town of Southport, the diversity of the Borough provides a unique mix of urban and natural setting.</p>\n<p>This is a diverse and exciting Borough where people can enjoy a great work-life balance. With excellent transport links, Sefton is well placed for accessing cities across the Northwest, including Liverpool, Manchester and areas such as the Wirral, Halton and Knowsley.</p>\n<p>This is an exciting time to come and work with us. We want to hear from people who possess drive and passion. We need committed Social Workers to support our development, improvement plans and outcomes for vulnerable adults in our community.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Vision and Journey so far….</strong></p>\n<p>Sefton Adult Social Care have high aspirations for the service to work with our most vulnerable residents to complete excellent person-centred and high-quality assessments, the outcomes of which will positively impact on well-being and support people to live healthier lives. We are in the process of expanding our early intervention and prevention offer to our residents, using innovative approaches and the latest technological solutions. Sefton Adult Social Care have an ethos of coproducing and codesigning services with our residents and stakeholders to ensure they meet the needs of our service users whilst ensuring that we respect people’s dignity, rights, and choices. 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Senior Social Worker

Stoke-on-Trent City Council

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£43,693 - £46,731 (Level 12)

Stoke-on-Trent, Civic Centre, Glebe Street, Stoke-on-Trent (Hybrid)

Posted 30+ days ago

Stoke-on-Trent City Council seeks a Senior Social Worker to join various departments, supporting children, families, and providing mentorship.
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Residential Care Workers

Stoke-on-Trent City Council

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£32,654 - £35,235 (full time) +Bank holidays and weekends paid at 0.5 on top of basic salary, 12.5% shift allowance and sleep-in payments at £41.78 per sleep.

Stoke-on-Trent, Civic Centre, Glebe Street, Stoke-on-Trent (Hybrid)

Posted 30+ days ago

Stoke-on-Trent City Council seeks Residential Care Workers to support looked after children, offering professional growth and a supportive environment.
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Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service and Bracknell Forest Council Out of Hours

Bracknell Forest Council

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£80,124 - £87,321 FTE (inclusive of 10% on-call allowance and £706 London Weighting)

Berkshire Emergency Duty Service, Bracknell, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Posted 8 hours ago

Head of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service needed to lead and manage social care operations during out-of-hours across six Berkshire authorities.

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Social Worker (Kinship Care Team) cloned on 30-04-25 11:02:34

Portsmouth City Council

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£37937 - £45718

Civic Office, Portsmouth (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Portsmouth City Council seeks a Social Worker to assess kinship carers, emphasizing supporting children in familial care.

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Executive Support Officer - Braintree District Council

Essex County Council

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£30,000 - £39,999

Braintree CM7 9HB (On-Site)

Posted 2 days ago

Executive Support Officer role at Braintree District Council, providing administrative support to Management Board and the Leader of the Council.

Community Safety Enforcement Officer

Camden Council

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£40,000 - £74,999

London (On-Site)

Posted 27 minutes ago

Safeguarding Adults Lead

Lambeth Council

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£50,000 - £74,999

6 Brixton Hill (On-Site)

Posted 27 minutes ago

Senior Planning Officer

Tandridge District Council

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£39,960 - £45,211

Council Offices (Hybrid)

Posted 33 minutes ago

Attendance Clerk

Wirral School

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Actual salary £24,839 – £26, 085 (FTE salary £28,624 - £30,060)

The Oldershaw School (On-Site)

Posted 39 minutes ago

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Casual Instructor at Dinton Activity Centre

Wokingham Borough Council

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£12.45 per hour

Dinton Activity Centre, Hurst, Wokingham (On-Site)

Posted 42 minutes ago

Safeguarding Our Schools Team Manager

Bracknell Forest Council

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£47,437 - £52,508 FTE inclusive of London Weighting

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

Posted 46 minutes ago

Specialist Teacher Adviser, Visual Impairment

Portsmouth City Council

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M6 to Upper 3 - £43,607 to £49,084 per annum, pro rata

Civic Offices, Portsmouth (On-Site)

Posted 53 minutes ago

Classroom Teacher KS1

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools

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Main Pay Range: M0 to M5

Hatton Hill Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 1 hour ago

Senior Education, Health and Care Plan Co-ordinator

Coventry City Council

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£49764-£55623

One Friargate, Station Square, Coventry (On-Site)

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Duty Manager

Coventry City Council

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£27711 - £33366

Coventry Central Library (On-Site)

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Principal Planning Officer

Tandridge District Council

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£46,045 - £52,379

Council Offices (Hybrid)

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Head Of Computing

Wirral School

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£31,650 to £49,084 Plus TLR2 £5,644

West Kirby Grammar School (On-Site)

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Class Teacher (Autistic Spectrum Base)

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools

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Salary: MPR / UPR

Hudson Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 2 hours ago

Education, Health and Care Plan Co-ordinator

Coventry City Council

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£37,938 - £44,711

One Friargate, Station Square, Coventry (On-Site)

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ASC Team Manager

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

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Grade K, Scale Point Range 40 - 41, Salary Range £49,764 - £50,788

Magdalen House (On-Site)

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