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We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. 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The Strategic Intelligence will report to the Head of Planning and Partnerships and will support the aims of the Children's and Families services to help improve outcomes for our children and young people.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role </strong></p><p>The Business Intelligence and Reports Development Lead supports Children and Families services through extraction of data and analysis from various case management systems to enable case holders to support their case work, for managers to track performance of their teams, and for senior management to make informed strategic decisions to help improve outcomes for children and young people.</p><p>The post holder will manage a team of report developers within the Children's Services department. The lead will leverage their experience in similar leadership positions to maximise the capabilities of the existing team, processes, and report/BI outputs. They will propose and implement programs of improvement and efficient development practices. Additionally, the lead will be responsible for delivering and maintaining a robust and successful reporting offering to Children's Services, ensuring that the department's data needs are met with high-quality, timely, and accurate Business Intelligence outputs. This role is crucial in supporting the department's strategic objectives and enhancing its ability to respond to service demands and requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone that has a thirst for knowledge and wishes to use their problem solving skills to find innovative solutions to complex problems; to be able to suggest or explore key lines of enquiry and work intuitively within systems to develop data sets and analysis.</p><p></p><p><em>You will need to have/be</em></p><p>Qualifications</p><ul>\n<li>Proven experience in a leadership role within a Business Intelligence/reporting environment.</li>\n<li>Strong knowledge of the Mosaic case management system.</li>\n<li>Experience working in a social care environment.</li>\n<li>Broad understanding of various reporting tools and infrastructures.</li>\n<li>Technical competence in Business Intelligence reporting.</li>\n<li>Experience in administering reporting tools and managing workspaces.</li>\n</ul><p>Skills</p><ul>\n<li>Excellent leadership and team management skills.</li>\n<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li>\n<li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills.</li>\n<li>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.</li>\n</ul><p>Technical Competencies</p><ul>\n<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Business Intelligence and reporting tools, including:</li>\n<li>Power BI</li>\n<li>SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)</li>\n<li>SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)</li>\n<li>Azure Data Factory</li>\n<li>Experience in the development of Power BI reports and dashboard development</li>\n</ul><p><br></p><p>Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post.</p><p><strong>We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week.</strong><strong></strong></p><p><br></p><p>If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Hayley Webb email <a href=\"mailto:hayley.webb@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">hayley.webb@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a></p><p><br></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 personal statement, 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 'Who is the Person' 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><br></p><p><strong>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.</strong></p><p>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.</p><p><br></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><strong>What we can offer you:</strong></p><p>Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.</p><p></p><p>Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a></p><p><br></p><p>Should you require any support in 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":"Band 11 - £45,718 to £49,764 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-14T11:45:03.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-13T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ea9eeb49-fecf-4a1b-815f-c6bbdc9814f2.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"49dfec79-91ae-459c-a7ea-fe4754d45e68","title":"Senior Planning Officer","employer":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council, Magdalen House","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Sefton Council’s Planning Service sits at the heart of economic recovery within the Borough in terms of facilitating major investment and development with some exciting and ambitious projects on the horizon.  We are looking for the right person with the right values, experience and ambition to hit the ground running in one of our Development Management teams in an area where there will be significant transformation within the Borough.  We have a strong one team ethos that is underpinned by a suite of core values that are of acknowledged importance to our customers, who we place at the heart of service delivery. If you are dedicated, creative, solution focussed and can work well as part of a team, then this could be the right opportunity for you to progress your career.</p>\n<p><strong>Job requirements:</strong></p>\n<p>You will be responsible for processing planning applications and appeals, providing guidance to applicants, agents, and the general public on matters related to the Planning Service.  You will also be required to provide management support and mentor more junior members of staff.</p>\n<p>You will need to have a flexible and positive approach to work, along with extensive knowledge of planning legislation and guidance. 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As part of our innovative early years provision — which now spans from 9 months to 4+ — this role offers the unique opportunity to lead learning at a critical transition stage in a setting known for its warmth, ambition, and innovation.</p>\n<p>We are seeking a skilled, nurturing and dynamic individual to lead our 2–3 year olds with confidence and care. 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Enfield Council is committed to work in partnership with private rented sector landlords to improve and maintain high standards of accommodation and professional management, and provide good quality housing. Enfield has a borough wide additional and large selective licensing schemes to help us to deal with private rented homes where safety standards are not being met and where properties are not being properly managed.<br>\nEnfield Council is looking for experienced housing standards practitioners to join our established Private Rented Housing team as Compliance and Enforcement Officers. In this role, you will be responsible for the inspection and investigation of suspected unlicensed properties and HMOs, gathering evidence and preparing legal case files for civil proceedings and prosecutions. You will have knowledge and experience of using legislation to take enforcement action and conduct criminal investigations, with an understanding of court procedures and providing expert evidence.<br>\nThe ideal candidate must have a thorough understanding and experience of private sector housing and property licensing, specifically HMO and property inspections, and the enforcement and regulatory functions within the Housing Act 2004 and landlord and tenant law.<br>\nYou will need a proactive approach, be driven and have the ability to remain effective when faced with difficult and demanding situations and people. Excellent communication skills and experience working in partnership with external agencies and other key partners are essential.<br>\nIf you have the expertise and dedication to help Enfield Council achieve its strategic housing objectives, we encourage you to apply.<br>\nFor some of this role you may be required to work from home and connect with your team and others virtually.<br>\nContact Details -<br>\nIf you would like to know more about the role, please contact Vicky Woodgate on 0208 132 1901 for an informal discussion.<br>\nIf you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Farida Uddin on 0208 132 1027 or email farida.uddin@enfield.gov.uk<br>\nWe do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV.<br>\nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more.<br>\nWhy it's great to work for Enfield Council:<br>\n<br>\n - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).<br>\n - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.<br>\n - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles.<br>\n - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.<br>\n - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.<br>\n - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. 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Colleagues are welcoming and supportive of each other and work effectively as a team. Our Federation is committed to supporting its workforce, thus creating an inviting and happy workplace environment, which nurtures the development of each individual. </h4>\n<p><em>In <strong>October and November 2024</strong>, two of our schools (Newport and Oakhill) were rated <strong>‘Outstanding’</strong> in each category by <strong>Ofsted</strong>. Recent ungraded inspections at Dawlish (April 2023) and Thorpe Hall (December 2022) re-confirmed their  <strong>‘Good’</strong> Ofsted rating, showcasing our commitment to delivering <strong>exceptional</strong> education at all levels. We are proud of our team’s <strong>forward-thinking</strong> and <strong>proactive</strong> approach, ensuring that we continuously improve and adapt to the evolving needs of our pupils and communities.</em></p>\n<p>Staff are rewarded through access to a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>First Rate Professional Development</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Coaching and Mentoring</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n<li>Professional Bursaries (conditions apply)</li>\n</ul>\n<p>All federation staff have access to the Thrive Mental Wellbeing service, to provide you with additional support with your health and wellbeing. </p>\n<p>Our collaborative approach means our schools work closely together to provide an exceptional education experience to all our pupils. The schools benefit from being able to share resources and expertise and support each other, where needed. It also allows for exciting opportunities for career progression across the federation and gives you the chance to further your professional development.</p>\n<p>We are looking for teachers who:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Share our vision and values and have a passion for making a difference</li>\n<li>Enjoy working collaboratively</li>\n<li>Build good relationships with all stakeholders</li>\n<li>Have good subject knowledge and enjoy the challenge of a relevant and creative curriculum</li>\n<li>Can adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils</li>\n<li>Are  committed to promoting good outcomes for all pupils</li>\n<li>Have high expectations, both of standards and behaviour</li>\n<li>Are resilient, communicate effectively and are team players</li>\n</ul>\n<p>In return, we offer:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Welcoming staff, with common goals of ensuring the best possible outcomes and experiences for the children who attend the school</li>\n<li>Children who are highly respectful of each other and develop a good understanding of other cultures; as a result, pupil behaviour is very good.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to work with experienced, proactive and supportive leaders who have a proven track record of effectiveness</li>\n<li>A school graded as ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’</li>\n<li>A school committed to achieving a healthy work / life balance</li>\n<li>A planned and prepared curriculum </li>\n<li>A robust bespoke CPD training programme that encourages you to flourish</li>\n<li>Well-resourced schools</li>\n<li>Staff laptop/ Chromebook (we are a Google school)</li>\n</ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Mainscale or UPR – dependant on experience","publishDate":"2025-05-14T11:04:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-21T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7f5e5dd5-993d-4495-bc8a-495b455f7a5e.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"17fa1a24-16fe-4506-ab36-9fbcb99ba1fc","title":"Teaching Assistant Level 1","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Wirral School","location":"Meadowside School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Band C</p>\n<p>Part time 30.86 hours per week – 39 weeks per year</p>\n<p>Fixed Term to 31/07/2026</p>\n<p>Required from 01/09/2025</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Governing Body of this special needs secondary school wish to appoint a Teaching Assistant (Level 1) on a fixed term contract from September 2025, or earlier if possible, until 31/7/26.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This is a school for approximately 115 pupils with severe and complex needs, ranging from 11-19 years of age. We require an energetic Teaching Assistant, preferably with relevant experience of working with pupils with special needs, to join our very friendly team. Applicants should have a secure knowledge of child development and be highly committed to supporting teaching and learning both on and off site.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The post is for 30.86 hours a week, (8.55am to 3.25pm with an additional hour/week), for 39 weeks a year (term time plus 5 training days).</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. These posts require an enhanced DBS check. Full induction will be given with opportunities for further training.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Applicants are welcome to visit the school and should ring the school office on 678 7711 or email schooloffice@meadowsideschool.com to make an appointment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Application forms for the above post are available online at www.wirral.gov.uk or from the school office.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please return complete application forms to the Business Manager at businessmanager@meadowsideschool.com or to the school address:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Meadowside School.</p>\n<p>Pool Lane,</p>\n<p>Woodchurch,</p>\n<p>Birkenhead.</p>\n<p>CH49 5LA</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 2nd June 2025</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£18,153 to £18,441","publishDate":"2025-05-14T11:01:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/46618413-35aa-440e-ac42-71e1a5c0827f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0173e8bc-9eeb-4e34-a52a-df6dad709fe3","title":"Teacher- 0.4 Part Time, Fixed Term","employer":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools","location":"Crosby High School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Crosby High School, a 172 place school for pupils age 11-16, with moderate learning difficulties to complex learning difficulties is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced part time teacher from 1<sup>st</sup> September 2025.</p>\n<p><br>The ideal candidate will:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be committed to working with children with SEND</li>\n<li>Be dedicated to the welfare, safeguarding and achievements of every child</li>\n<li>Be committed to working within a team promoting exciting and creative learning.</li>\n<li>Be able to inspire, challenge and motivate all students and lead by example</li>\n<li>Be creative, innovative and have a passion for school improvement</li>\n<li>Have a passion for developing children’s interests and children’s learning</li>\n<li>Have an understanding of dealing with challenging behaviour</li>\n<li>Have had involvement in recording, developing, analysing and tracking <br>pupil progress </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We can offer:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A welcoming and supportive school community based on a strong ethos where everyone is valued.</li>\n<li>Highly motivated, enthusiastic and eager learners who participate fully in all aspects of school life.</li>\n<li>A dedicated and hard-working staff team who are committed to continuous school development to improve outcomes for children and their families.</li>\n<li>An exciting opportunity to work with children with Special Education Needs </li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Contract: 2 days a week, preferably either Monday & Tuesday or Thursday & Friday. Fixed term until Aug 2026. <br>Salary: MPS / UPS depending on experience plus 1 SEN point.</p>\n<p><br>Informal visits to the school are strongly encouraged. To arrange a visit, or for more information, please contact Helen Roberts, School Business Manager, 0151 924 3671 <a href=\"mailto:helen.roberts@crosbyhigh.org\">helen.roberts@crosbyhigh.org</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date – 04/06/25 12noon</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Shortlisting – 05/06/25</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interviews -  10/06/25</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Enhanced Disclosure:</strong></p>\n<p>Crosby High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is registered as exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  </p>\n<p>Crosby High School and Sefton MBC is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"MPS/UPS depending on experience plus 1 SEN point","publishDate":"2025-05-14T11:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/84603052-a075-48af-92d8-252d2a09a3eb.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ed3136b8-6939-4e8d-a0e8-ce827f264176","title":"Teacher of Music","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Wirral School","location":"Hilbre High School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are seeking to appoint a talented Music teacher who has excellent subject knowledge and a strong classroom presence.  You will be passionate about Music, be ambitious for our students and will support our inclusive ethos.  You will be well organised, energetic and willing to go the ‘extra mile’.  The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and hardworking team which encourages all students, irrespective of their academic ability, to strive for excellence.  This post would be ideal for a suitably qualified and ambitious Early Career Teacher, who will benefit from a full induction programme. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We strive to build on the uptake of Music at Key Stage 4 and 5.  At Key Stage 3, all students have three, 60-minute lessons per fortnight, and there are well-planned and resourced schemes of work across all Key Stages.  Performance opportunities and practical work are key features of our wider curriculum, with students able to participate in a range of musical ensembles, concerts, and off-site visits to support their learning.  We also take part in the yearly drama performances and encourage all students to take participate.  Candidates should expect to become fully involved in the life of the Music department; immersing themselves in extra-curricular activities including clubs, concerts and school shows, some of which are after school hours. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>In our most recent Ofsted inspection, in October 2021, we maintained our status as a ‘good’ school.  We offer a friendly, supportive working environment, which values talented, committed staff and offers excellent professional development opportunities.  We are highly committed to managing teacher workload and offer a fortnightly home-based PPA session to all teaching staff.  Hilbre High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment.  This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>All details are available to download from our website <a href=\"http://www.hilbre.wirral.sch.uk\">www.hilbre.wirral.sch.uk</a>.  An application form and letter of application must be completed for eligibility to the post and are returnable to the Head of  School, Mrs Jane Whisker either by post or by email to <a href=\"mailto:schooloffice@hilbre.wirral.sch.uk\">schooloffice@hilbre.wirral.sch.uk</a>.  All electronic applications will be acknowledged (no agencies please).</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date:           Monday 19<sup>th</sup> May 2025, 4pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date:       Thursday 22<sup>nd</sup> May 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check. 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.  All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 to £49,084","publishDate":"2025-05-14T10:49:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T15:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3a7aef10-edb2-4f1c-a65f-b4905bb641d6.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5ee66fa0-6dde-42a9-9996-040fd1083b10","title":"Strategic Intelligence and Information Manager","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Civic Offices","locationType":3,"description":"<p>This role will be part of the Commissioning and Performance service which sits within the Children, Families and Education directorate. The Strategic Intelligence will report to the Head of Planning and Partnerships and will support the aims of the Children's and Families services to help improve outcomes for our children and young people.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Strategic Intelligence Manager will have overall responsibility for both information, data and performance</p><p>analysis and participation activity, across the Directorate.</p><p><br></p><p>The post holder will leverage their experience in similar leadership positions to maximise the capabilities of the existing team and to:</p><p><br></p><ul>\n<li>Bring together the information, performance and data teams within the Directorate to support integration and joined up planning, build resilience within the teams and create opportunities for personal development</li>\n<li>Strengthen and integrate our analytical capacity in order that our commissioning of integrated health, care and education services and placements is better informed by strong strategic, integrated, evidence-based analysis</li>\n<li>Develop our systems and capacity to use predictive analytics in order to better target our services to meet children's needs at an earlier point </li>\n<li>Support the data teams on our roadmap to improving reporting functionality and implementing programs of improvement and efficient report/PowerBI </li>\n</ul><p><br></p><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p><p><em>You will need to have/be</em></p><p><br></p><ul>\n<li>Hold a Degree or equivalent and ideally a relevant Post Graduate qualification and / or professional qualification in statistics/data analysis and/or aspects of children’s services including education & have extensive knowledge of Education, Social Care and related information and data requirements</li>\n<li>A good understanding of the expectations of regulatory bodies and external inspection regimes with experience of successfully working with a variety of stakeholders at a senior or strategic level</li>\n<li>A strategic leader in applying an in-depth understanding of organisational roles and responsibilities, decision making and policy direction in Children's Services across local government and the NHS. Able to develop strong working relationships to engage and influence a variety of stakeholders</li>\n<li>Able to analyse, evaluate and interpret complex data, drawing clear and logical conclusions to inform confident strategic and service decision-making. Proactive in seeking opportunities to optimise the efficient use of data across the Directorate and local system. </li>\n<li>Able to lead collaboratively and have a track record of working positively with a range of partners and across organisational boundaries. The post holder will be visible and flexible in their approach and will value input from a range of colleagues. </li>\n<li>The tenacity to prioritise and organise own workload and that of others in a complex changing environment. Able to work with limited assistance and supervision and meet tight deadlines using personal time management and organisation skills.</li>\n<li>Have significant programme and / or project management experience</li>\n<li>Proficiency in PowerBI, SQL reporting and report and dashboard development</li>\n</ul><p><br></p><p><em><strong>Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post.</strong></em><em><strong>We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week.</strong></em><strong><em></em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Hayley Webb email <a href=\"mailto:hayley.webb@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">hayley.webb@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a></p><p><br></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>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><strong>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.</p><p><br></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>.<br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Portsmouth City Council</strong></p><p><strong>What we can offer you:</strong></p><p>Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.</p><p></p><p>Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a></p><p><br></p><p>Should you require any support in 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":"Band 13 - £59,017 to £66,085 per annum.","publishDate":"2025-05-14T10:46:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-13T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/041bc7ff-d7d3-456c-bf30-4263fd6683d7.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bc2281f1-3fc7-47f7-8a5d-01f4362be9bc","title":"Kitchen Assistant","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Wirral School","location":"Pensby Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Fixed Term - (Subject to funding in the following financial year)</p>\n<p>10 Hours Per Week 38 Weeks Per Year</p>\n<p>Band B</p>\n<p>Pensby Primary School is looking to appoint a skilled and motivated Kitchen Assistant on a part time, fixed term basis of 10 hours a week. Pensby Primary School has an excellent reputation for meeting the needs of our children, maintaining the highest standards in hygiene, customer service and quality catering standards.</p>\n<p>As Kitchen Assistant you will undertake, assist and support the preparation, cooking and the serving of food in Pensby Primary School Kitchen, maintaining the high standards of the schools Catering Service.</p>\n<p><br>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.</p>\n<p>All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.</p>\n<p>The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff. </p>\n<p>This post is subject to an Enhanced Level CRB check.</p>\n<p>All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>How to apply....<br>Applications and all required documents to be sent for the attention of School Business Manager:</p>\n<p>schooloffice@pensbyprimaryschool.org</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£5,643","publishDate":"2025-05-14T10:43:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-31T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6c68969a-72d8-4466-8fec-1e1677ee0799.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8059c638-03a9-4caa-8f10-f35458aa36db","title":"Science Teacher","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Wirral School","location":"The Observatory School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>MPS / UPS + SEN 1</p>\n<p>Full Time – Permanent</p>\n<p>Required from 01/09/2025</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>As The Observatory School grows we are adding to a team which has high expectations and sets high standards for both pupils and colleagues.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The school are looking to appoint a Science Teacher to teach across Key Stages 2, 3 and 4, timetabled to work at our Bidston, Leasowe and Solar Campuses and to form part of the Knowledge Curriculum Faculty.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will play a key part in this journey and will be supported by an exceptional Science leader, a wider Knowledge faculty team and a team of Assistant Headteachers, Heads of School, Executive Headteacher and Governors.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will form an important link between the three campuses, primarily Leasowe where a brand new state of the art science teaching laboratory is ready to deliver science to KS3 students. It is hoped that you will also play a role in nurturing a love of science for KS2 learners.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>As a member of our Science Department, you will not only deliver captivating lessons but will also have the incredible opportunity to lead and participate in our award-winning extra-curricular STEM activities.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our dedicated STEM team has garnered prestigious trophies at both regional and national levels, showcasing their exceptional talent in events such as the FIRST Tech Robotics Challenge. You will also be technically skilled and able to manage your own prep-room work.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Your knowledge, skills and experience are important, but so will be your emotional intelligence and resilience. Expectations will be high, challenges you have never faced before will come from all directions and the expectation will be on you to meet them in line with the vision of school.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Observatory School is an extraordinary place of work and to meet our team's expectations, you will be an extraordinary individual with a proven track record.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>In return we offer the opportunity to work with our area's most extraordinary children, we will say, the area's most resilient and cohesive and supportive staff team and a working day is never the same as the last.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The school is truly a remarkable place and if you feel you would like to embark on the adventure, please take the opportunity to visit the school before application. This can be arranged by emailing Kate Smith - HR Manager recruitment@theobservatoryschool.wirral.sch.uk</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Closing date for the vacancy is 29th May 2025 with commencement date of 1st September 2025, although this is negotiable.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Due to high volumes of applications, the school will be operating a rolling interview process whereby candidates may be invited to interview following receipt of their application should the essential criteria be met.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Fully completed application form, Disclosure Form and Monitoring of Equality form should be accompanied by a letter of application, no longer than two sides of A4 detailing your skills, knowledge and experience and submitted to <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@theobservatoryschool.wirral.sch.uk\">recruitment@theobservatoryschool.wirral.sch.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>AI is part of emerging technology that is widely being embraced to support new and improved ways of working. Whilst AI has many benefits, we ask that you don't use AI software to create your application.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We're looking to get to know you, your skills and experience, we'd like to hear this directly from you rather than AI. With this in mind, applications generated through AI may be disqualified.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Application forms for the above post are available online at www.wirral.gov.uk and also from the school office. 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Estates Manager – Environmental Property and Recreation

Ashford Borough Council

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Salary from £66,735 to £72,141 pa, depending on skills and experience, plus lease car subsidy or cash alternative of £3,050 pa

Ashford Kent (Hybrid)

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Seeking Estates Manager to oversee management of non-residential properties, valuations, and transactions. Requires degree and strong commercial acumen.

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Democratic Services Officer

Ashford Borough Council

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Salary up to £35,280 pa depending on skills and experience

Ashford Kent (Hybrid)

Posted 21 days ago

Seeking candidates with strong organizational skills for a Democratic Services Officer position supporting effective Council operations, offering training if needed.

Nursery Room Lead (9-24 Months)

Woodlands Primary School

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Salary: NJC Grade 7 (Specialist TA Level) (£30,060-£33,366 Pro-rata)

Woodlands Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 55 minutes ago

Art Teacher

Wirral School

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£31,650 to £49,084 +SEN 1

The Observatory School (On-Site)

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Virtual School Deputy Headteacher

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

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£51,802 to £54,535

Wirral, Mallory, 2 Alice Ker Square, Hybrid Working (Hybrid)

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Child Protection and Review Manager

Knowsley Council

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£51,802 to £52,805 per annum

Nutgrove Villa, Westmorland Road, Huyton , Knowsley , L36 6GA, Hybrid Working (Hybrid)

Posted 1 hour ago

Business Intelligence and Reports Development Lead

Portsmouth City Council

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Band 11 - £45,718 to £49,764 per annum

Civic Offices (On-Site)

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Senior Planning Officer

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

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Grade I SCP 31 - 35, Salary £40,476 - £44,711 (pay award pending)

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council, Magdalen House (On-Site)

Posted 2 hours ago

Nursery Room Lead (24-36 Months)

Woodlands Primary School

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Salary: Grade 7 (Specialist TA Level) (£30,060-£33,366 pro-rata)

Woodlands Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 2 hours ago

Compliance & Enforcement Officer

London Borough of Enfield

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£41,442 - £44,331

Enfield (On-Site)

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Deputy Nursery Room Lead (with EYFS SEN Focus)

Woodlands Primary School

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Salary: NJC Grade 6 £27,269-£30,060 Pro-rata)

Woodlands Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 2 hours ago

MST-CAN Family Resource Specialist

Knowsley Council

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£33,366 - £35,235 per annum

Nutgrove Villa, Westmorland Road, Huyton , Knowsley , L36 6GA, Hybrid Working (Hybrid)

Posted 2 hours ago

Class Teacher

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

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Mainscale or UPR – dependant on experience

Thorpe Hall Primary School,123 Hale End Road, Walthamstow, E17 4DP, Opossum Federation, Oakhill Primary School, Alders Avenue, Woodford Green, Essex, Newport School, Newport Road, Leyton, London, Dawlish Primary School, Jesse Road, Leyton, London (On-Site)

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Teaching Assistant Level 1

Wirral School

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£18,153 to £18,441

Meadowside School (On-Site)

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Teacher- 0.4 Part Time, Fixed Term

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools

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MPS/UPS depending on experience plus 1 SEN point

Crosby High School (On-Site)

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Teacher of Music

Wirral School

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£31,650 to £49,084

Hilbre High School (On-Site)

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Strategic Intelligence and Information Manager

Portsmouth City Council

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Band 13 - £59,017 to £66,085 per annum.

Civic Offices (On-Site)

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Kitchen Assistant

Wirral School

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£5,643

Pensby Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 3 hours ago

Science Teacher

Wirral School

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£31,650 to £49,084 +SEN 1

The Observatory School (On-Site)

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Cover Supervisor x 2

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

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Scale 5 Pt 12-16 £31,524 - £33,417 (FTE) Pro rata £24,589 - £26,095

Barclay Primary School, Canterbury Road, Leyton, London (On-Site)

Posted 3 hours ago

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