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Current areas of work include: Sustainable Transport Scheme Monitoring and Evaluation; Transport Strategy and policy development linked to our ambitious growth agenda and emerging local plan; School Streets Projects; and the move to Digital Traffic Regulation Orders.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Extensive experience in researching, evaluating and writing transport policies and strategies.</li>\n<li>Experience in contributing to the design, development and delivery of sustainable transport schemes and initiatives.</li>\n<li>Experience in consultation facilitation.</li>\n<li>Strong leadership and management skills.</li>\n<li>Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of transport and highways schemes and projects including GIS based working.</li>\n<li>A creative approach to problem-solving.</li>\n<li>An organised approach to work and meeting deadlines.</li>\n<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills with varied audiences, including members of the public.</li>\n<li>A professional approach, and the aptitude to work on your own initiative.</li>\n<li>Desire to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p>Stockport has been recognised nationally as a great place to live and work. 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As members of the charter, we have been recognised as a great place to work for all colleagues and pledge to pay the real living wage, engage staff in key decisions and endorse fair and flexible working conditions.</p>\n<p>If you would like to find out more about the role please contact Emily Brough on <a href=\"mailto:emily.brough@stockport.gov.uk\">emily.brough@stockport.gov.uk</a>, Tel 0161 474 4592 for an informal discussion about the role.</p>\n<p>Stockport Council holds a Visa sponsorship licence, but this can only be used for certain roles and this campaign does not currently qualify.</p>\n<p>Please note that we have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers and ex-military personnel. 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We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.</p>\n<p><strong>Our commitment to:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Schemes</strong></p>\n<p>As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.</p>\n<p><strong>Our commitment to:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p>\n<p>Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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The role will be based in either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, depending on the experience and strengths of the successful candidate.</p>\n<p>This is a <strong>full-time, temporary position for one academic year</strong>.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About Our School</strong></p>\n<p>At Weaverham Forest, we pride ourselves on being a <strong>nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school</strong>, at the heart of our village community. We offer:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Happy, engaged and respectful pupils</strong> who enjoy learning and are proud of their school.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Supportive and proactive relationships with families</strong>, built on trust and mutual respect.</li>\n<li>A <strong>committed, collaborative and skilled staff team</strong>, working together to ensure the best outcomes for all children.</li>\n<li>A strong focus on <strong>emotional wellbeing</strong>, high expectations, and a creative, engaging curriculum.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a <strong>passionate and inspiring teacher</strong> who:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Has <strong>high expectations</strong> for all learners and believes every child can succeed.</li>\n<li>Creates a <strong>positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment</strong>.</li>\n<li>Demonstrates <strong>strong subject knowledge</strong>, enthusiasm and resilience.</li>\n<li>Understands the importance of working <strong>in partnership with colleagues, families and the wider community</strong>.</li>\n<li>Is committed to their own <strong>professional growth</strong> and the wider life of the school.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>To apply, please visit the CWAC website to download the application form and email a covering letter no more than 3 sides of A4 to <strong><em><a href=\"mailto:head@weaverhamforest.cheshire.sch.uk\">head@weaverhamforest.cheshire.sch.uk</a></em></strong>. We encourage all potential applicants to visit the school to appreciate the expectations and aspirations of our school community.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Closing date:</strong> Friday 16th May 2025 at 12:00 noon</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Interviews:</strong> Week commencing Monday 19th May 2025</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Visits to school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.</strong> We would love you to experience our welcoming and inclusive ethos first-hand. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on <strong>01606 226444</strong>.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Safeguarding Statement</strong></p>\n<p><em>At Weaverham Forest Primary and Nursery School, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to:</em></p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Promoting the <strong>safety, wellbeing and happiness of all children</strong> in our care.</em></li>\n<li><em>Creating a <strong>safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment</strong>.</em></li>\n<li><em>Working <strong>in partnership with families and other agencies</strong> to safeguard children effectively.</em></li>\n</ul>\n<p><em>All appointments are subject to:</em></p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>An <strong>enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check</strong></em></li>\n<li><strong><em>Satisfactory references</em></strong></li>\n<li><em>Online checks in line with safer recruitment guidelines</em></li>\n</ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£10,000 - £39,999","publishDate":"2025-05-02T13:45:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b72f269d-f09b-405d-9c2a-3501a65c80a0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"820227de-6f9a-4473-8e06-2024557a710e","title":"Procurement Support Officer","employer":"Chesterfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"Chesterfield","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Reference:</strong> CBC25028<br><strong>Salary details: </strong>£34,314 to £37,035 per year<br><strong>Job term:</strong> permanent <br><strong>Appointment type:</strong> full time <br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37 hours per week<br><strong>Location:</strong> Town Hall, Chesterfield<br><strong>Department: </strong>Procurement</p>\n<p><a title=\"(Procurement Support Officer Job Description And Person Specification (opens in new window)):\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/media/ye3fwuu2/procurement-support-officer-job-description-and-person-specification.pdf\"><strong>CBC25028 - Job description and person specification.</strong></a></p>\n<p>If you would like an accessible version of a job description then please <a title=\"Contact Human Resources\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/jobs-training-skills-and-apprenticeships/looking-for-employment/jobs-at-chesterfield-borough-council/contact-human-resources/\">contact the Human Resources team</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.</strong></p>\n<p>We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced procurement support officer to join our ambitious procurement team. </p>\n<p>Based at the Town Hall in Chesterfield, you will be an integral part of the team, supporting the development and delivery of new procurement activity to achieve the council’s strategic vision and priorities and deliver value for money. </p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally, supporting procurement transformation across the council, working with a dynamic team of procurement professions supporting a diverse range of procurement categories. </p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will have an operational understanding of UK Public Procurement Regulation, have or be working towards a recognised procurement qualification (CIPS level 4), and have experience in the use of e-procurement systems. </p>\n<p>The role is full-time and offers a hybrid working arrangement and flexible hours. </p>\n<p>Working in local government is a highly satisfying and rewarding experience. In return for the contribution you’ll make to our local community, you’ll enjoy an excellent range of benefits to include generous holiday entitlement, local government pension scheme, excellent CPD opportunities, discounted parking scheme and leisure facilities. </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role please contact Deborah Goodall, Head of Procurement, at <a title=\"Email Deborah Goodall\" href=\"mailto:deborah.goodall@chesterfield.gov.uk\">deborah.goodall@chesterfield.gov.uk</a><strong> </strong>or for further information on this post please view the job description and person specification attached.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£34,314 to £37,035 per year","publishDate":"2025-05-02T13:38:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9036e41e-9ee4-44e4-8678-1b864c9b617a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c615be9a-a60d-4d58-9256-f4da82306632","title":"Organisational Development Facilitator","employer":"Rochford District Council","department":"","location":"Rochford, Essex, Brentwood","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and the HR & OD Team provide support to both organisations. </p>\n<h4>About the role:  </h4>\n<p>This is an exciting new position to design, facilitate and coordinate training and development for Officers and Members of both Brentwood Borough and Rochford District Council. </p>\n<p>This includes face to face and hybrid training, along with commissioning training delivery and overseeing the mandatory completion of a range of e-learning courses to ensure we meet our obligations. You will build relationships with local premises and subject matter experts to deliver training, manage the communications and bookings, ensuring that training is evaluated, enabling you to use your full expertise and oversee the whole process. </p>\n<p>This is a real opportunity to make a positive difference to our organisations. If you are confident and passionate about learning and development, innovative in your ideas for learning and all about making a difference, then we want to hear from you. </p>\n<p>The role will sit within the small generalist HR & OD Team, meaning no 2 days will be the same. We work in a hybrid way with the principles of 2-3 days in the office, varying between both Brentwood Borough and Rochford District Council, in addition to home working, and based on the needs of the service. </p>\n<h4>About the candidate: </h4>\n<p>You will have experience of working within an organisational development environment and hold a Level 3 CIPD or have the equivalent level of experience.  Knowledge of fundamental organisational development processes and the ability to think creatively to deliver innovative solutions to challenges is essential. </p>\n<p>You will have a good eye for detail, with the ability to manage your workload effectively, be self-motivated and adaptable, with excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills. </p>\n<p>Please review the job description and person specification for the full role requirements. </p>\n<p>Please note - starting salary will be dependent upon skills and qualifications, and progression subject to satisfactory performance. </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date for accepting applications: 5pm on 19 May 2025  </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: To be confirmed  </strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Zoe Saward, Corporate Manager – People & Culture by emailing <a href=\"mailto:hr@oneteam.info\">hr@oneteam.info</a> with your availability for a call.  </p>\n<p>Brentwood Borough & Rochford District Council are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,067 - £33,366, OneTeam Band 6 (SCP 19 – 23)","publishDate":"2025-05-02T13:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f5c56e5e-d144-4fb2-a0c6-da895e455724.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8aedfd8d-d03c-424f-ae63-56fa12e75566","title":"Organisational Development Facilitator","employer":"Brentwood Borough Council","department":"","location":"Rochford, Brentwood","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and the HR & OD Team provide support to both organisations.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<h3>About the role: </h3>\n<p>This is an exciting new position to design, facilitate and coordinate training and development for Officers and Members of both Brentwood Borough and Rochford District Council.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This includes face to face and hybrid training, along with commissioning training delivery and overseeing the mandatory completion of a range of e-learning courses to ensure we meet our obligations. You will build relationships with local premises and subject matter experts to deliver training, manage the communications and bookings, ensuring that training is evaluated, enabling you to use your full expertise and oversee the whole process.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This is a real opportunity to make a positive difference to our organisations. If you are confident and passionate about learning and development, innovative in your ideas for learning and all about making a difference, then we want to hear from you.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The role will sit within the small generalist HR & OD Team, meaning no 2 days will be the same. We work in a hybrid way with the principles of 2-3 days in the office, varying between both Brentwood Borough and Rochford District Council, in addition to home working, and based on the needs of the service.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<h3>About the candidate:</h3>\n<p>You will have experience of working within an organisational development environment and hold a Level 3 CIPD or have the equivalent level of experience.  Knowledge of fundamental organisational development processes and the ability to think creatively to deliver innovative solutions to challenges is essential.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will have a good eye for detail, with the ability to manage your workload effectively, be self-motivated and adaptable, with excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please review the job description and person specification for the full role requirements.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please note - starting salary will be dependent upon skills and qualifications, and progression subject to satisfactory performance.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date for accepting applications: 5pm on 19 May 2025 </strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Interview date: To be confirmed</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Zoe Saward, Corporate Manager – People & Culture by emailing <a href=\"mailto:hr@oneteam.info\">hr@oneteam.info</a> with your availability for a call. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Brentwood Borough & Rochford District Council are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,067 - £33,366, OneTeam Band 6 (SCP 19 – 23)","publishDate":"2025-05-02T13:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-19T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/408da710-af4d-4351-b9a9-463da32be7db.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9848ca51-2108-41b7-9c1a-0f40c1cfe4b4","title":"Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development","employer":"Horsham District Council","department":"","location":"Horsham","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>About the role</strong>:</p>\n<p>Horsham District Council is seeking an experienced HR professional to lead on the provision and development of the council’s HR management and Organisational Development service, including corporate Health and Safety, Business Continuity and Emergency Planning.</p>\n<p>This is a permanent, full-time role, ideally starting on 1 September 2025.</p>\n<p>We are committed to serving the interests of our residents and businesses and are determined to ensure we can continue to be a successful and high performing council. We recently moved to new offices in the centre of Horsham town that supports our hybrid working model.</p>\n<p>Reporting to the Director of Resources, as Head of HR & OD, you will be highly professional, business-minded and forward thinking. You will ensure that the council’s strategic and operational objectives are delivered through HR strategies, policies and processes, optimising employee engagement and maximising staff and organisational effectiveness, focussing on staff development, health and wellbeing, and an inclusive culture. More specifically, you will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>provide an advisory service to the council on the full spectrum of HR / OD matters;</li>\n<li>support and implement organisational changes and the wider Local Government Reform and devolution;</li>\n<li>develop and maintain effective relationships with management, trade unions and staff;</li>\n<li>analyse and interpret employment statistical information and trends.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>To succeed as Head of HR & OD, you will have a persuasive manner and considerable expertise relating to HR policies and employment conditions/ legislation, organisational change and development, including that which applies to the public sector. In addition, you must have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>full chartered membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (Chartered MCIPD), or equivalent;</li>\n<li>experience of leading and managing change programmes;</li>\n<li>good knowledge of health and safety legislation and its application, alongside knowledge of equalities legislation and responsibilities;</li>\n<li>experience of leading a team to achieve quality service delivery.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>A main work stream for 2025/26 will be supporting the transition of the Council’s outsourced payroll to a new platform, including methods of salary related data transfer on a timely basis from HR to Payroll in an agreed format and process. Previous experience of HR/ Payroll system configuration, including employee self-service, would be welcome.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this role please email Dominic Bradley, Director of Resources, at Dominic.Bradley@horsham.gov.uk.</p>\n<p><strong>PPA</strong></p>\n<p>Applicants invited for interview will be asked to complete a <a href=\"https://www.thomas.co/assessments/behavioural-assessments-tests\">Thomas’ Personal Profile Analysis (PPA)</a> which provides a rapid and deep insight into behavioural preferences and communication style.</p>\n<p><strong>About us:</strong></p>\n<p>We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.</p>\n<p>We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.</p>\n<p>We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the <a href=\"https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits\">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.</p>\n<p>To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).</p>\n<p>Visit our <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers\">Jobs and careers page</a> to find out more about <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council\">Working for Horsham District Council</a> and <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments\">Our employment commitments</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>To apply:</strong></p>\n<p>If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.</p>\n<p>Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to <a href=\"mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk\">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a> explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£59,136 - £66,265 pa (Pay Award Pending)","publishDate":"2025-05-02T13:14:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-27T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5ac9de21-3a71-48b6-817f-cbfe6a109763.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f0b34980-6d43-47d0-8dc0-82bda8e2726a","title":"Occupational Therapist","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"Coventry, The Opal Assessment and Demonstration Centre","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><p>We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.</p><p>In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.</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>\n\n<p>Our Values are:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n\t<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n\t<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n\t<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n\t<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n\t<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<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>\n\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"%E2%80%8B%20%20%20%20%E2%80%8B\"></p>\n<b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>Are you creative and want to influence our next new chapter?</p><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist in our Newly Developed One Coventry Integrated Teams.</p><p>Local Integrated Teams are being built around localities to coordinate an urgent response, tailored to the needs of our people.  The teams will be responsible for responding to critical needs in the community, supporting discharge from the hospital and providing short-term reablement services.</p><p>As no two cases are the same, you’ll enjoy a diverse caseload and have the opportunity to stretch your therapy skills.<span> </span>You will set agreed goals and devise comprehensive intervention plans, using clinical reasoning and utilising evidence-based practice to deliver enablement programmes; using a strength-based approach to promote the individual’s independence.  </p><p>Our teams pride themselves on being a supportive environment, where people can make the most of personal development opportunities to achieve positive professional outcomes.   <br>  <br> This is a fabulous time to join us as we continue our journey of establishing the Local Integrated Teams with our system health partners.</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><p> </p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p>We are looking for someone who is up for the challenge, who is compassionate but confident, who can work under pressure and self-motivated and be a key member of the integrated team on this journey.</p><p>Working as part of our Local Integrated Teams, you’ll have the benefit of engaging with people face-to-face as you work in partnership with Nurses, Social Workers, Physiotherapists, and a range of other practitioners in this fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.  With excellent relationship-building skills, you’ll work closely with other members of the team across other locations, including the Acute Trust Hospital and short-term services providers. </p><p>As a <strong>qualified and experienced </strong>Occupational Therapist, you’ll use a strengths-based approach to make confident decisions. With an understanding of how our services are structured, you’ll enjoy using a proactive problem-solving approach to achieve successful outcomes.  </p><p>In return we can offer you a varied and fulfilling role where you can influence and evolve, to meet the needs of our vulnerable people.  You will be supported and work collaboratively with key stakeholders.  Development and exposure, and the opportunity to leave a legacy will be paramount in this new and exciting provision.</p><p>We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds, who have a disability and applicants who are from the LGBTQ+ community to apply for our senior leadership roles. This does not prevent any other applicants with a protected characteristic or a non-protected characteristic from applying.</p><p>If you would like to find out more about this role and our journey so far, please contact:  Ruth Sullivan <a href=\"mailto:ruth.sullivan@coventry.gov.uk\">ruth.sullivan@coventry.gov.uk</a></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 dates: Monday 2nd June 2025 and Tuesday 3rd June 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. 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 We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Principal Lawyer to lead our established Planning & Regeneration Team.</p>\n<p>HB Public Law (HBPL) is an innovative and ambitious Lexcel accredited legal shared service working for several client authorities.  The post holder will play a pivotal role leading and supporting the development of HBPL, working jointly with our Chief Legal Advisors and other Principal Lawyers within the practice.</p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a key role in large scale planning, regeneration and development schemes in and around London and beyond, undertaking varied, high-quality work with like-minded and supportive colleagues who are dedicated to public service and making a difference in local communities.<strong> </strong></p>\n<p>The successful candidate will lead and develop the existing highly motivated team, as well as personally undertaking complex planning and regeneration matters.  This role is also about supporting our internal and external training program and for supporting the practice with the development and internal progression of our staff.</p>\n<p>Duties include advising and supporting corporate groups, senior officers and elected members at committee, including ensuring committee attendance by colleagues where appropriate, in a proactive and politically sensitive manner and being the senior liaison point for the client relationship role.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will have extensive previous legal planning and regeneration experience and will be passionate about teamwork and developing others.  Good client care skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with others is essential.<strong> </strong></p>\n<p>If you would like a confidential conversation about the opportunity, please contact Giles Gilbert on 07960017147 or email <a href=\"mailto:giles.gilbert@harrow.gov.uk\">giles.gilbert@harrow.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>The closing date for your application is Tuesday the 27<sup>th</sup> of May 2025.</p>\n<p><strong>Related Documents</strong></p>\n<p>For further information, please refer to <a href=\"https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=22259&hashed=-1687754537\">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a></p>\n<div class=\"jobDescription-box\">\n<div class=\"jobDescription-box__container\">\n<h4>About us</h4>\n<p class=\"jobDescription-box__text\">Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. 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All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice\">equality statement</a>.<br><br>As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. 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Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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The CA will consider applicants who would like to pursue this as a secondment opportunity.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a highly motivated Investment Manager to join LCRCA’s Investment and Delivery Directorate as secondment cover. The post holder will help to develop and invest in people and skills, business growth and innovation projects. We’re seeking candidates with business support or people and skills experience to deliver against current and future pipeline. Recent activity includes the delivery of £44m pipeline for UK Shared Prosperity Fund, working on Innovation Zones and an ambitious pipeline of specialist business support.</p>\n<p>We are looking for people who are passionate about supporting the aims of the Combined Authority, who are self-starting, highly motivated, commercially minded and possess willingness to go the extra mile. 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The ability to work on your own initiative is essential.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the person</strong></p>\n<p>The right candidate for this role will be able to demonstrate experience and skills in the following:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>•‍  Extensive relevant professional experience, preferably in either the monitoring, delivery or management of support interventions in community development, employment and skills or business support</li>\n<li>•‍  Experience of building and strengthening external partnerships with key stakeholder and organisations</li>\n<li>•‍  Experience of leading project/deal teams, providing direction and managing the performance of junior team members</li>\n<li>•‍  Be self-starting, team player and highly-motivated</li>\n<li>•‍  Be conscientious and organised, with attention to detail</li>\n<li>•‍  Be self-starting, team player and highly-motivated</li>\n<li>•‍  Be conscientious and organised, with attention to detail</li>\n<li>•‍  Be positive, flexible and responsive, with a dynamic and creative approach to problem solving</li>\n<li>•‍  Demonstrate the ability to request, analyse and interpret information from a variety of sources and to deploy sound judgement in assessing a project</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Full details of skills, experience and knowledge required are provided in the personal specification.</p>\n<p><strong>If you think you match the job description and our values then click on the link to apply, indicating how you meet the person specification.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date for Applications:</strong> 23:59pm on the 25<sup>th</sup> May 2025. Interviews will take place on the 4th, 5th and 10th of June. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the organisation</strong></p>\n<p>The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.</p>\n<p>The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. 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We aim to raise aspirations, inspire a life-long love of learning and create memories to last a lifetime. As you explore the website, you will see the range of opportunities that our children have, and the local, national and global links we have forged. We are particularly proud of our Manor Park University which extends and enriches our curriculum offer. In addition, our excellent pastoral care ensures that all children are nurtured and thrive in a supportive and caring environment.</p><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p><span>Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (SEN) to work in our inclusion unit</span></p><p><span>Supporting the educational and developmental needs of children with Special Educational Needs on a 1:1 or 1:2 basis.</span></p><p><span>Ensuring that the children can integrate as fully as possible in the activities on offer in the classroom.</span></p><p><span>Running specific interventions and activities to assist the children’s individual learning and social needs.</span></p><p><span>Supporting the children with the targets on their Educational Health and Care Plans.</span></p><p><span>The role will include supporting two nursery children and two Year 1 children with significant needs under the guidance of the class teacher/SEN HLTA/SENCo.</span></p><p><span>Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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One office day must be a Tuesday.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>The Accountancy Assistant role provides support for the Accountancy team<em>.</em></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assist the Senior Accountant in the preparation of the annual budget and closing of the accounts for the services by preparing working papers (e.g. actuals & budget book, virements and planned underspends), printing reports and looking up information and analysing this as appropriate, in order that these activities are carried out to a good standard and produced on time.</li>\n<li>Assist the Accountancy team on an ad hoc basis with journals and other tasks.</li>\n<li>Assist in the budgetary control process by producing and distributing monthly reports from the Total Finance system undertaking detailed analysis of any major variations as directed to provide Budget Managers with the information required to manage their budget.</li>\n<li>Enable service costs to be easily and accurately reported by maintaining an up-to-date code list for the services that allows financial information to be collected and reported effectively.</li>\n<li>To assist the Accountants in the preparation and submission of returns to Central government. This will help the authorities’ resilience plans by ensuring that a second officer is familiar with the returns and the government’s new DELTA system.</li>\n<li>Carry out change and amendments to the staff intranet Via Jadu system.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>Knowledge</p>\n<ul>\n<li>General Administration and financial software knowledge</li>\n<li>Double entry Bookkeeping</li>\n<li>Understanding of Financial and Management Accounting</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Skills and Experience</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A minimum of three year’s working in a finance environment</li>\n<li>Well versed in using the Microsoft Office suite of applications including Word, Excel, MS Teams and Outlook</li>\n<li>Demonstrate a high degree of numeracy and accuracy</li>\n<li>Confident with using figures and has the ability to collect, understand and interpret information and explain the meaning of figures in a clear way to non-finance staff and other stakeholders</li>\n<li>Ability to understand, analyse and interpret financial data and present it in a format suitable for reporting</li>\n<li>Able to review and proof-read documentation effectively to check for completeness and accuracy</li>\n<li>Ability to develop the potential of IT packages</li>\n<li>Ability to work accurately and methodically to deadlines.</li>\n<li>Able to cope with competing demands and multiple deadlines</li>\n<li>Able to organise own workload and work independently</li>\n<li>Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing</li>\n<li>Honesty and integrity in handling personal financial information.</li>\n<li>Ability to work co-operatively and willingly with others, supporting colleagues and sharing workloads.</li>\n<li>Calm under pressure</li>\n<li>Ability to work accurately to a high level of detail</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Training and Qualifications</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Studying towards full membership of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) or equivalent</li>\n<li>Five GCSE or “O” levels or equivalent including Maths and English<strong> </strong>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About Runnymede</strong></p>\n<p>Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects.  We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. </p>\n<p>The Financial Services Department ensures the Council carries out its financial affairs in a fair, proportionate, and professional manner, by providing clear financial and strategic advice to all stakeholders whilst adhering to statutory and professional regulations in the dealing and reporting of all financial transactions.</p>\n<p>As well as the day-to-day activities of a busy finance department, the team are very much embroiled in many of the various projects and initiatives set out in the Corporate Business Plan from participating in service reviews, assessing benefits packages, and assisting in reviewing and developing new policy creation. In all initiatives, the team ensure the financial consequences of decisions are planned, analysed and are robust and financial governance procedures are adhered to.</p>\n<p><strong>Benefits </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home</li>\n<li>Flexible working and Flexi-leave</li>\n<li>28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas</li>\n<li>Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Additional Voluntary Contributions</li>\n<li>Free Parking</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities</li>\n<li>Payment of one professional membership per annum</li>\n<li>Cycle to work + further related discounts</li>\n<li>Season ticket loan</li>\n<li>UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service</li>\n<li>Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service</li>\n<li>Mileage allowance</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link. </p>\n<p>We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at <a href=\"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/users/new.js?original_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jobsgopublic.com%2Fvacancies%2F209969%2Fexternal_links%3Findex%3D2\">humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk</a> or on 01932 425527 who will be able to assist you.</p>\n<p>For an informal chat about this role please contact Samantha Cooper, Senior Accountant on 01932 425337 or sam.cooper@runnymede.gov.uk.</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 18 May 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview Date(s): 29 May 2025</strong></p>\n<p>If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.</p>\n<p><em>Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Annual Salary £13,821 - £14,637","publishDate":"2025-05-02T11:36:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2557c1e4-a8e3-4ae3-a5a2-960350439e3f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"208896ee-1315-4ddf-80c4-a16b43543685","title":"Assistant Headteacher Key Stage 2","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"Coundon Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<b>Our Values</b><br><p>At Coundon Primary School our key values are Responsibility, Respect, Resilience and Kindness.  We are school who truly believes in our motto 'Together Everyone Achieves More'.</p><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p><strong>An exciting opportunity has become available at Coundon Primary School.  We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Assistant Headteacher in KS2. 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