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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



Are you a strong and confident leader ready to drive service improvements and support a dynamic, multidisciplinary team? If so, we want to hear from you.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Services Manager to join our Adult Community Mental Health team on a permanent, full-time basis, for 37 hours per week.&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Social Worker who is registered with Social Work England.&nbsp; You will have a current AMHP qualification and significant experience in Community Mental Health teams (CMHTs).
You will lead the social care element of our Integrated Mental Health Service, ensuring high-quality delivery, innovation and budget efficiency.&nbsp; You will provide expert leadership to Social Workers, AMHPs&nbsp;and support staff while driving positive change in mental health social care.
You will be based within our Community Mental Health team in Bracknell.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Bracknell Adult Community Mental Health Team is a dedicated team providing vital support to adults experiencing significant mental illness, as well as their carers. We offer a range of interventions, including medication management and psychological therapies, all while coordinating comprehensive, person-centred care within the community. The team also fulfils statutory responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the Care Act 2014. We are committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults, actively identifying and responding to risks to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
<ul>
<li>To collaborate with the CMHT Senior Management team and Clinical Leadership to provide guidance on the integration of social work and social care values, practices and statutory responsibilities in the delivery of integrated health and social care services for adults with mental health needs.</li>
<li>To supervise the Social Work Lead, AMHP Lead and social care staff, whilst establishing a workload management system to ensure caseloads and workloads align with seniority, experience and are regularly monitored based on local needs analysis.</li>
<li>To lead and support delivery of statutory functions (Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and s117 MHA) using strengths-based and recovery models.</li>
<li>To oversee social care budget and authorise payments in line with the Scheme of Delegation.</li>
<li>Take overall responsibility for team management including recruitment, supervision, appraisals and development of social care staff, apprentices, students and trainees, ensuring performance aligns with service priorities and individual growth needs.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<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>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
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" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
The interview date is to be confirmed.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
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.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Lurvin Munisami - Head of Service
Tel: 07771 380858
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&nbsp;more details.
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 &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
Social Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council.&nbsp;
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
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.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Community Services Manager - CMHT

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job Title: Head of Service – Governance, Improvement &amp; DevelopmentA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents.&nbsp;Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!We are recruiting a Head of Service within the Adult Social Care and Health Directorate.Vital to this ambition is our leadership team who will drive this transformational approach, embed new ways of working and deliver our ambitionThe Role:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>As the Head of Service Governance, Improvement &amp; Development &nbsp;you will be providing leadership to the wider department on areas of assurance, improvement and be a lead advocate for change across the directorate, wider council and strategic partners• &nbsp; &nbsp;As the successful Head of Service Governance, Improvement &amp; Development you will be a highly skilled and experienced individual who has extensive knowledge of the statutory requirements across Adult Social Care and Health</li>
<li>As the Head of Service Governance, Improvement &amp; Development you will be highly motivated, supportive and able to work autonomously within the national legislative framework and governance arrangements of Liverpool City Council and the wider Care and Health system</li>
<li>In the role of Head of Service Governance, Improvement &amp; Development you will manage complex budgets, lead on performance management, programmes of continuous improvement and embed a culture of high-quality services that provide the best outcomes for people</li>
<li>You, the Head of Service Governance, Improvement &amp; Development will also need to be resilient and have the ability to manage complex change and innovation programmes, whilst maintaining service delivery and quality standards.&nbsp;You will lead on embedding a positive culture and new ways of working in your service area, keeping the focus on the person at the centre of service delivery</li>
</ul>Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (Role dependent) -&nbsp;A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension scheme –&nbsp;option to join the AVC scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing -&nbsp;offer including Employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 20th July 2025 Shortlisting date: w/c Minday 28th July 2025 (subject to change) Interview date: w/c Monday 22 September&nbsp;We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Claire Harris Interim Strategic Talent Attraction and Recruitment Lead via email <a href="mailto:claire.harris@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">claire.harris@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Head of Service – Governance, Improvement & Development

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We are St Helens Borough Council
Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.
Making a Difference as Team Manager
 Be at the Heart of Social Work for our Children our children know what they want from those of us who have the privilege to work for them. We have all signed up to a Promise to deliver the best that we can alongside our children and their carer’s. This includes offering the best support and holding the highest aspirations for them all. Recently recognised more than once by OFSTED as performing very well, this is a chance for the right person to join us as we continue to achieve great things for our children and their families. We currently have an opening for a Team Manager to join us, working with our partners, social workers, parents and carers as well as for our young people, to enable them to achieve. This is a great time to join the team as we continue to grow as a service, progressing well and offering fantastic opportunities for the right person to grow their career. Our managers work closely with all our partners and share mutual expectations of trust and reliability. At St Helens Council we are committed to working as a close knit and integrated team to deliver the best outcomes for our children. Your qualification continued professional development and experiences will complement the management team in St Helens who in turn will offer you support, the opportunity for further development and the chance to further improve outcomes for our children. You will receive regular supervision and frequent opportunities to be involved in activities both internal and external to the Borough. This is an exciting opportunity for you to utilise existing skills and develop new ones. You will receive continuous support, development, and career progression opportunities on your journey with us. The posts include some home working but will require you to regularly attend the St Helens office and travel around the St Helens and surrounding areas. Interested to Find Out More? You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here. St Helens is a great place to work so why not visit our Children’s Services web page <a href="https://socialcarerecruitment.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://socialcarerecruitment.sthelens.gov.uk/</a> to see what our colleagues have to say and discover our full range of in work benefits. For an informal conversation, please feel free to contact Head of Service Dominic Tumelty via <a href="mailto:dominictumelty@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">dominictumelty@sthelens.gov.uk</a>
 
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.
 
This post is subject Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration 


St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.
 St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.

Team Manager - Children With Disability

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. For school vacancies please see further details online regarding their application process.
The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.



37 hours per week
On the Isle of Wight within the Adult Social Care Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Team, we are looking for a full time DoLS Coordinator who is enthusiastic and can support the Team in their work.
The Isle of Wight Council has a range of responsibilities under DoLS and the Mental Capacity Act as a Supervisory Body and this post will support the DoLS Team in managing and developing systems that ensure the Council’s duties are effectively discharged.
The duties will include managing enquiries, DoLS requests, and allocation for assessments, authorisations of DoLS, and termination of authorisations as needed; developing and maintaining IT systems to support this day-to-day work; and the collection and analysis of data for both local and national data returns. The management of external vendor processes to include setting up purchase orders and responding to invoices is a key responsibility.
Knowledge of the relevant legislation within Adult Social Care is essential, such as the Care Act, the Mental Capacity Act, the Mental Health Act and the DoLS legal framework, as the Coordinator’s role is key to the processes that enable the team and department to meet the requirements of these.&nbsp; Attention to detail, and effectively being able to manage a complex spreadsheet is essential.
Applicants should have a wide experience and knowledge of using standard IT software, Maths and English at GCSE grade 9-4 / A-C equivalent, and excellent communication and customer service skills. You will require experience of Adult Social Care systems and developing administrative systems. You must be able to prioritise and organise tasks in a busy setting, help improve local processes and be flexible in order to be able to manage varying workloads within required timescales.
In return monthly supervision is provided with monthly Team Meetings and other regular support from colleagues in the team and the wider department.

DoLs Coordinator

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Do you want to work in a rewarding role where every day brings new challenges and fulfilment? Join our dedicated Care team providing high-quality respite care to individuals and their families as a Support Worker in Whitley in Reading. You will have experience in working in care or support setting, treating our clients with dignity and respect whilst meeting their individual care needs, including support with personal care.&nbsp;
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
 About us and the role: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK - Sponsorship not available. 
We are a Respite Care Team registered with the CQC whose aims are to provide high quality support to adults with complex learning disabilities, regardless of gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. The Respite Care Team provides clients with opportunities to develop independence, build positive relationships and be empowered to make informed choices, within a person-centred approach.&nbsp; Respite Care offers brief respites to caregivers from their full-time caregiving responsibilities.&nbsp; No day may the same due to the rotation of service users requiring our service.&nbsp; Furthermore, the ideal candidate should possess the capacity to evaluate risks and devise strategies to mitigate and handle them effectively.
The working pattern will include working shift patterns including weekends and sleep-ins. A typical early shift may start at 7.00am during the week and 7.30am on Weekends and a late shift may start at 2.00pm with a 9.00pm finish or a 9.30pm finish if you are doing a sleep-in. You will be required to work two weekends in three.
You will be able to demonstrate:
<ul>
<li>Good general education, to include good literacy skills</li>
<li>NVQ3/QCF Level 3 Diploma in Care and Promoting Independence or commitment to achieving this</li>
<li>A commitment to delivering Person Centred Support to a range of individuals</li>
<li>Able to relate to service users and meet their needs, with a sense of understanding, patience, respect and dignity</li>
<li>Ability to accurately maintain and review individual client files</li>
<li>Ability to undertake manual handling tasks</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as on own initiative (there may be occasions where lone working may be applicable)</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally</li>
<li>Ability to be self-motivating</li>
<li>Basic Microsoft IT skills, ability to read/check emails etc.</li>
</ul>

Progression through the full salary range is dependent on attaining the relevant QCF qualification.&nbsp; You will also demonstrate a commitment to anti oppressive practice along with a flexible attitude to travelling around and working in the local area.

You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer:
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted.</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work.</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax.</li>
</ul>

For an informal discussion about the Support Worker post, please contact Rachel Jerrard (Team Manager) on 07834 964 762 – <a href="mailto:rachel.jerrard@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.jerrard@reading.gov.uk</a>, Karen Rumbol (Senior Support Worker) on 07973 793 837 – <a href="mailto:karen.rumbol@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.rumbol@reading.gov.uk</a> 
Closing Date: Sunday 29th June 2025
Interviews: To be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Visit: <a href="https://moretoreading.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.moretoreading.co.uk</a> to find out more about Reading’s Community &amp; Adult Social Care Services. It’s a chance to hear from the people who already work here and why they have chosen Reading as their professional destination.

Reading Borough Council

Support Worker - Respite Care Team

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job Title: Director of Governance, Improvement &amp; DevelopmentLiverpool is a vibrant, international city which competes on the world stage as a great place to live, work and visit.&nbsp;Our challenge for the future is to continue to build upon the city’s recent renaissance at a time when local government is facing extreme financial challenges.&nbsp;Our vision is to grow our economy, enhance and support our communities and work in partnership with all our stakeholders.&nbsp;We are now looking for an exceptional individual who has the capability and vision to drive an ambitious set of priorities for health and social care in our wonderful city. &nbsp;As our Director of Governance Improvement and Development, you will be accountable for the strategic management, development, service transformation and continuous improvement of the Directorate and the services we provide to our residents.Are you the outstanding leader that we need?&nbsp;If you have substantial senior management experience of successfully delivering social and health care services and working with health partners in a comparable organisation, we look forward to hearing from you.&nbsp;We are proud of our world-famous thriving City with its rich culture, affordable housing, stunning waterfront and our beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone, come and join us!&nbsp;The Role:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>As the Director of Governance Improvement and Development &nbsp;you will be responsible for the strategic management of continuous improvement throughout Adult Social Care and Health, leading improvements required through regulatory assessment and ensure statutory compliance across services, specific and thematic</li>
<li>In your role as the Director of Governance Improvement and Development &nbsp;you’ll be required to have a comprehensive understanding of local government and its partners, public reform, and specific understanding of Adult Social Care and Health, and the external scrutiny and assessment regimes, the national and political context within which the Council operates and the current challenges and opportunities</li>
<li>You, the Director of Governance Improvement and Development must have experience of policy development, implementation and successful evaluation of Health and Care initiatives in a local government context</li>
</ul>To be shortlisted for this role, candidates must be educated to degree level or possess equivalent experience. Additionally, they must hold a recognised Programme or Project Management qualification (e.g., MSP, Agile, Lean) as a minimum requirement.Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (Role dependent) -&nbsp;A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension scheme –&nbsp;option to join the AVC scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing -&nbsp;offer including Employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 13th July 2025 Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 21st July 2025 (subject to change) Interview date: w/c Monday 1st September 2025&nbsp;We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Claire Harris Interim Strategic Talent Attraction and Recruitment Lead via email <a href="mailto:claire.harris@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">claire.harris@liverpool.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.

Director of Governance, Improvement & Development

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Are you Ready to make a difference in Brent?&nbsp; &nbsp;
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. &nbsp;
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
At Brent, you will be part of a team that is committed to making a real difference. You will work in a supportive, innovative environment, be part of a borough that values diversity and inclusion and help shape services that truly impact residents’ lives.&nbsp;
The Post
We are seeking an experienced Supplier Relationship Manager to join our Commissioning, Residential and Nursing Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to shape and enhance relationships with existing care home providers in Brent and drive improvements across the sector.
You will play a key role in:
<ul>
<li>Supporting the commissioning of services within residential and nursing care.</li>
<li>Developing a strategic approach to Quality Assurance and Market Management.</li>
<li>Collaborating with colleagues across Adult Social Care, external stakeholders, and residents.</li>
<li>Understanding supply and demand in the market and helping to grow and shape services accordingly.</li>
</ul>
The Person
You should have an in-depth understanding of adult social care and be passionate about improving the quality and sustainability of services in Brent.
The ideal candidate will bring:
<ul>
<li>Experience in commissioning care services, preferably within adult social care.</li>
<li>A proven track record in stakeholder engagement, particularly with care home providers.</li>
<li>Strong skills in quality assurance, project management, and market analysis.</li>
<li>The ability to manage multiple workstreams while maintaining a focus on outcomes.</li>
<li>Leadership capabilities with a flexible, innovative, and collaborative approach.</li>
</ul>
Closing date: 29 June 2025 (23:59)

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Additional Information&nbsp;

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. &nbsp;
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. &nbsp;
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>

Brent Council

This is Brent

Supplier Relationship Manager

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An Excellent opportunity… &nbsp;
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. &nbsp;
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. &nbsp;
The Post
The commissioning, contracting and market management, Residential and Nursing team work with a number of care homes across different user groups.&nbsp;
We are looking for a Market Oversight Manager to join us in the team.&nbsp;You are required to have good knowledge and experience of working with adults within care homes, collaborative commissioning and working with potential providers to consider innovative ways that services can be delivered.&nbsp;Understanding the Definition of Market Shaping, Commissioning&nbsp;Procurement and Contracting.
The role will require you to engage with stakeholders that reflect the range and diversity of communities and the range of needs experienced by people in its area.
You will work with partners to design, implement and manage projects that will improve the range of services available whilst ensuring that services developed, commissioned or procured are cost effective, efficient and designed to deliver good outcomes.
You will join a busy large, lively and dynamic team so the ability to work as part of a team and support other colleagues is required. The team has a varied function overall and the ability to think differently, creatively and have a “can do” attitude to work is desirable
The Person
You will be educated to degree level and have thorough knowledge of the principles of, and cycle of commissioning.
You are required to have an excellent understanding of project management methodologies and the ability to apply them effectively and a sound understanding of the policy and operating environment of health, social care, and regulated services.
As the role involves line management of staff so you will be required to have significant supervisory/line management experience and be a good communicator and&nbsp;information gatherer. You will also need excellent report writing skills and thorough understanding of the current legislative guidance.
We are looking for someone to join us who is a good communicator with a can-do attitude who wants to gain different experiences and knowledge in commissioning and working with care homes.
Closing date: 29 June 2025 (23:59)

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Additional Information&nbsp;

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. &nbsp;
The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>. &nbsp;
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. &nbsp;
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@brent.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@brent.gov.uk</a>

Market Oversight Manager

Job Title: Customer Coordinator Starting Salary: £26,835 progressing to £30,060 per annum – pay award pending Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>We have a great opportunity for Customer Coordinators to join our Connected Lives Gateway Service for both Older People and Adults with Disabilities. This service aims to prevent, reduce and delay need by ensuring people access a wide range of information/advice, intervention, and support at the right time and in the most uncomplicated way possible.The Gateway Connections team is a hybrid office/home working telephone and virtual contact team all about working preventatively with adults who need information, advice, and support to stay independent in their own homes for longer. The multi-disciplinary team works with Social Workers and Occupational Therapists and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for people of Hertfordshire.Applying HCC’s Connected Lives assessment framework, Gateway Connections work with citizens focusing on what the person wants to achieve – their outcomes. We explore personal strengths, their family and friends’ support networks, and using expert knowledge we connect people with things that will help individuals and families to get on with their lives, achieving prevention, reducing or delaying the need for statutory provision of care services.We work collaboratively with our operational links in the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise preventative strategy, Herts Help, and social prescribing. Relationships will also be developed with Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) Single Point of Access, the Frailty single point of contact, &amp; Health partners.<h4>About the role</h4>You will promote and support a strength-based approach to all interventions to maximise independence, health, and well-being by offering opportunities to prevent, delay or reduce the need for Adult Social Care. This will require you to apply your creativity working with residents to ensure their safety and continued independence. Your knowledge of local services to support people to access appropriate community resources is also crucial as will working alongside our visiting CCOs, Social Workers and Occupational therapists.You will work successfully with partners and many other agencies for the benefit of citizens.We have excellent training opportunities to support your continuing professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package offered through Herts Rewards.We are a flexible team that promotes HCCs Ways of Working protocols.<h4>About you</h4>Essential<ul><li>Previous experience in a Social Care setting</li><li>Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team</li><li>Previous experience communicating with vulnerable adults</li><li>Previous experience in customer services involving vulnerable adults</li><li>Empathic and patient when dealing with vulnerable adults</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge of Social Care legislation such as Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC7 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:hayley.clancy@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">hayley.clancy@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: TBCBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Customer Coordinator

We are recruiting a Shared Lives Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: &nbsp;37 hours Contract Type: Permanent Location: Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider South East Wales Shared Lives Team. We pay an attractive salary of £34,314 - £37,035 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The South East Wales Shared Lives Scheme offers a unique community based service for adults who need care and / or support. Individuals are matched with compatible Shared Lives carers who offer to share their home, family &amp; community lives.The service offered is highly personalised where every individual has a strong voice, and opportunities are sought in consultation with each individual according to their personal preferences and chosen outcomes.The service has a strong focus on supporting individuals to achieve the best possible outcomes.Are you resilient, determined, empathetic, reliable, courageous and of an energetic nature. If so - would you like to be a member of our team?The successful applicant will support the managers and coordinators to develop Shared Lives across seven local authority areas and Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB). Recruiting and assessing new Shared Lives carers, working on referrals for adults with care and support needs, completing and reviewing personal plans, and setting up new Shared Lives arrangements.The post holder will supervise and support a caseload of Shared Lives carers who provide arrangements in their own homes, this involves monitoring and reviewing the Shared Lives arrangements.The post holder will work in close collaboration with other professionals and organisations, maintaining strong working relationships, contributing to the care planning process, and ensuring individuals are supported to achieve their personal outcomes.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A City and Guilds Level 4 Adult Placement/Shared Lives or past Level 3 qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales</li><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance research and best practice</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the participating organisations to attend meetings, visit individuals and carers in their homes etc. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rose Brown on 01443 864784 or email <a href="mailto:brownr2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">brownr2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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