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Job Title: Family Support Co-ordinator Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to 34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Watford Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, offering support, guidance, and training to professionals?The Supporting Families Practice Team sits within Supporting Families in Children’s Services and incorporates both Family and Practitioner Support across Hertfordshire. The team also encompasses Families First Panels where weekly multi-agency support panels are held to discuss families who need a coordinated approach to early help support, and agree which agencies are best placed to co-ordinate the early help support plan. When it is apparent that more information is required or where it is deemed that a slightly higher level of support is required to coordinate support for families, a Family Support Coordinator will be allocated to lead on this.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Family Support Co-ordinator, you will hold a case load of families and lead on coordinating support for these families by undertaking a Families First Assessment (FFA). You will need to work at pace to meet families in their homes, to understand their strengths and identify unmet needs for which the family require help and support to meet. You will be required to build rapport with families quickly, working with them in their own homes and have a good knowledge of local services. You will listen to the wishes and feelings of children and young people and liaise with early years settings, schools and other key services and agencies already involved with the family, as well as identify and engage services that are required, but not yet working with a family. The Family Support Coordinator will work closely with the Families First Coordinator within the team to identify and engage external agencies to take over the lead role for the FFA, or progress with support where needed until the case closes.The Family Support Coordinator will be managed by the Senior Families First Coordinator and will work in close collaboration with their Senior, ensuring that Early Help support is identified and provided to families in a clear effective way to evidence impact and ensure positive outcomes for families across Hertfordshire.This is fast-paced environment requiring you to be organised and able to move quickly between different priorities for different families while maintaining up to date records. The Family Support Coordinator will need to be confident in recognising and responding to risk, referring to Hertfordshire’s Continuum of Need to support your decision-making, and continuously focus on improving outcomes for families.Training and development opportunities are plentiful, to support your direct work with families; potentially including facilitating group-based interventions.This role will be covering the districts of Watford/Three Rivers and Hertsmere.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A sound knowledge and understanding of Families First Assessments and Early Help support in Hertfordshire.</li><li>You will need to be comfortable working with parents/carers, children and young people from diverse backgrounds and have a sound knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and child development.</li><li>Experience of interacting and working with families, children and young people and finding out what really matters to them.</li><li>You will be outcome focused with excellent attention to detail using their experience in report writing to help identify needs and strengths which in turn will help to produce action plans from the supplied assessments.</li><li>Experience in effective stakeholder engagement across a variety of services and agencies.</li><li>Experience of managing professional conflict and difficult conversations using your negotiation skills for effective partnership working and the ability to problem solve.</li><li>Self-motivated with the ability to manage conflicting priorities understanding the importance of the role’s others play in achieving a desired outcome.</li><li>Excellent digital literacy including proficiency in Microsoft.</li><li>You will need to have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as you will be expected to transport yourself between appointments and meetings.</li><li>The role does not require a social work qualification.</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 HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Serena Yearwood, Team Manager Tel: 01438 845678 <a href="mailto:serena.yearwood@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">serena.yearwood@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>Interview Date: 23rd January 2026Benefits 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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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). 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Family Support Co-ordinator

Job Title:&nbsp;Childrens Practitioner - Family Safeguarding Starting Salary:&nbsp;£34,433 progressing to £37,280 pa Hours:&nbsp;37.0 Location:&nbsp;Stevenage Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate:&nbsp;Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>We have an exciting opportunity to join strong, motivated and passionate teams and contribute to the amazing work that we do with children, young people and their families.Our Family Safeguarding Teams are multi-disciplinary teams consisting of social workers, domestic abuse, substance misuse and mental health workers, working together to tackle the root causes of risk in families. We work with Child Protection, Child in Need cases, PLO (Public Law Outline), children subject to care proceedings and children looked after.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Children’s Practitioner you will be supporting social workers within the team to undertake identified pieces of work, working directly with children and parents, to achieve positive change. You will have the opportunity to undertake creative pieces of work that truly contribute to positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families. You will work closely with social workers and multi-agency partners (health, education, police, probation service, CGL to name a few) to evoke change and support families to keep their children safe.You will be working in a fast-paced environment, working as part of a busy safeguarding team. You will need to have good organisational skills and time management and the ability to take a proactive approach to work that you do. You will need to be motivated, committed, and have the confidence and initiative to work independently when required.You will use direct work tools creatively to support children and young people and work alongside social workers completing parenting interventions, direct work with children, attending meetings, home visits, school visits, alongside many other safeguarding interventions. <ul><li>Children’s Practitioners work directly with children and their parents.</li><li>They provide support to Social Workers to undertake identified pieces of work. Other responsibilities will include:</li><li>Attend Core Group Meetings and Child in Need Meetings and contribute to developing, supporting and monitoring of SMART plans.</li><li>Undertake direct work with children and families.</li><li>Attend and participate in Group Case Supervision and contribute to reflecting on progress in improving outcomes for children.</li><li>Supervise contact and undertake observations between parent and their children. Support Social Workers to complete Family Safeguarding Intervention Programme and Parenting Assessments.</li><li>Be part of a Team Duty Rota as required.</li><li>Support parents/carers/young people’s attendance at appointments, access to benefits etc.</li><li>Support requests for placements, finances and support packages via brokerage.</li><li>Ensuring the work, you undertake with families is recorded in an accurate and timely way onto the child/ren’s electronic case records and Workbook (LCS).</li><li>To respect confidentiality and explain to parents/carers when there is need to share information with others in order to protect children.</li><li>Develop positive relationships with professionals and partner agencies to ensure that children and families receive the best possible service at the right time.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Although there are no specific qualifications needed for this role, the following skills and experience is required:<ul><li>Experience of working directly with children.</li><li>Effective communication skills in working with children, their parents/carers and partner agencies.</li><li>Excellent organisation skills and time management.</li><li>IT skills including electronic recording keeping.</li><li>An understanding of safeguarding/risk.</li><li>An ability to relay accurate information/concerns in a timely way.</li><li>Ability to work independently alongside being a team player.</li></ul>You will need to be able to drive and hold a current driving licence.You will have access to a wide range of exciting training and development opportunities to further develop your existing skills. If you are passionate about working with children, young people and their families to make a difference and enjoy working as part of a team, we would be happy to hear from you!This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Debbie.OBrien@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Debbie.OBrien@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 23rd JanuaryBenefits 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>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.Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Children's Practitioner - Family Safeguarding

Job Title: SEND Children's Information Advisor Officer (West) Starting Salary: £27,694 progressing to £31,022 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Fixed Term Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The SEND service co-ordinates assessments, reviews and provision for children and young people in Hertfordshire who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. The Front Door team focuses on working with families and professionals whilst undertaking the statutory assessment process.We’re looking for professionals with some knowledge of the Statutory Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment process, excellent customer service and IT skills. Alongside the ability to work with and support staff to meet competing deadlines.<h4>About the role</h4>The role of the CIAO is to be responsible for supporting the early stages of the statutory assessment process, ensuring that families have relevant and purposeful information and advice from weeks 1 through to 12 or when all advice is received. The CIAO needs to engage with professionals across education, health and care to support the decision making and assessment process, including:<ul><li>To receive, record and check all new requests for assessment immediately on receipt and communicate with a range of professionals to seek outstanding information as required.</li><li>To contact families and advise them of the statutory EHC assessment process and help them to identify any local support networks or universal support offers that may be available to them.</li><li>To use a framework to triage requests considering the EHC needs assessment pathway.</li><li>To input and maintain accurate and comprehensive database records as required and processing Requests for Education Health Care Needs Assessments from parents, carers and educational professionals.</li><li>You will strive daily to maintain, develop and improve professional, supportive working relationships with parents, education settings and services in relation to EHC needs assessment</li><li>To work collaboratively with professionals across education, health and care services to ensure effective case management, integrated working practice and successful outcomes for children.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4><ul><li>Educated to GCSE level or equivalent</li><li>Knowledge of SEND</li><li>Experience working with families</li><li>Excellent organisation skills including an ability to work independently, systematically and work with conflicting demands.</li><li>Excellent customer service skills using verbal and written communication methods.</li><li>The ability to undertake a variety of administrative tasks, operating within departmental policies and procedures.</li><li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Together with self-motivation and the ability to work unsupervised.</li></ul>Some travel to meetings may be necessary 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 Karlla Hopwood <a href="mailto:karlla.hopwood@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">karlla.hopwood@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Closing Date: Monday 5th January 2026Interview Date: To be confirmedBenefits 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. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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SEND Children's Information Advisor Officer  (West)

Job Title: Senior Community Care Officer Starting Salary: £34,434 progressing to £37,280 per annum, pro rata for part time Hours: 37 Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care ServicesWhether you’re an experienced professional, a newly qualified graduate or someone with a passion for caring,these roles present a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your career in adult social care.Through some of our fantastic development opportunities our staff have been able to complete sponsored degree courses (dependent on need and entry requirement criteria) and have gone on to become social workers or occupational therapists.<h4>About the team</h4>IDS West Herts Valley Community Hospital Team - Hemel Hempstead 37 hours per weekThe service supports an integrated approach to managing the care of people who require support through the admission and discharge pathway, so the role will involve working alongside Occupational Therapists, Community Care Officers, health colleagues and care providers. You will have the ability to undertake innovative assessments and care planning with individuals, carers and their personal support networks. We promote personalisation focusing on the wellbeing of the individual. Through care planning we strive for increased independence, choice and control by enabling people to direct their own support. You will gain extensive experience in the field of adult social care, safeguarding practice and multi-disciplinary working.<h4>About the role</h4>You will need to have knowledge and experience of relevant legislation. You should be able to demonstrate a commitment to supporting people with the right care and information at the right time to help prevent future need, enable independence and promote positive wellbeing that will empower people to live the lives they want to within our Connected Lives Framework (Your connected life | Hertfordshire County Council).<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>paid or voluntary work experience in social or health care within the community</li><li>driving licence and ability to travel</li><li>An accredited RQF (registered qualification framework) level 4 social care qualification or equivalent. An equivalent would be a course that has aligned learning outcomes to the RQF level 4 social care qualification and involves an extended period of study with a supervised practice placement in a health, education or social care setting. If you do not hold such qualification, there is an expectation that you will work towards gaining this within the first year of being in post. The qualification is available via an apprenticeship route. Maths and English at level 2 (GCSE/O’level A-C/CSE grade 1) is a requirement.</li></ul>Desirable:• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding inline with the Care Act 2014 • Knowledge of other social care practicesThis job role is within the Health &amp; Social Care, level 9 HSC job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careInterviews: applications are being reviewed regularly and interviews will be arranged accordinglyIf you have any questions about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits 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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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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Senior Community Care Officer

Job Title: Adult Social Worker Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 pa (pro rata for part-time) + £1k welcome payment, relocation &amp; car lease schemes (terms apply) Hours: 37 hours or part time Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care ServicesAre you passionate about improving lives and empowering people to live independently? Whether you're an experienced social worker or just starting your journey, Hertfordshire County Council offers a range of exciting opportunities across our adult social care services.We’re transforming the way we work through our Connected Lives approach – a strengths-based model that puts people at the centre of everything we do. We focus on what matters most to individuals and their carers, helping them achieve their goals, stay connected to their communities, and live fulfilling livesWhy Join Us?<ul><li>Hybrid and flexible working to support your work-life balance</li><li>Ongoing learning and development to help you grow in your career</li><li>Opportunities for community engagement and volunteering</li></ul>A supportive, collaborative environment where your voice mattersWe're looking for social work England registered Social Workers to join us. We are currently unable to accommodate newly qualified social workers, however you are welcome to apply to be notified of when the opportunities become available.We have opportunities within our adult disability, older people and hospital teams across Hertfordshire.<h4>About the team</h4>We are unable to accept AYSE Social Workers at this timeOlder Peoples Team EastEast Herts Locality Team Farnham House, Stevenage 37 hours per week 12 Months Fixed Term or Secondment OpportunityOlder Peoples Team WestHerts Valley - Harpenden and Villages Apsley, Hemel Hempstead 37 hours per weekThe Older Person Service is a dynamic service that works across the community under the Care Act to safeguard, assess, plan support and review adults and cares with long term health and social care needs. We can offer Hybrid working arrangements, flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, as well as promote your continuous Learning &amp; Development.Hospital Integrated Discharge Team £38,220 - £41,771 per annum, plus £1,911 - £2,088 market enhancement pay plus 5% operational allowance per yearThese enhancements are non-contractual payments, subject to a 3 yearly reviewYou'll ensure safe and timely discharges from hospital by:<ul><li>Assessing the needs of patients and carers</li><li>Arranging appropriate care packages</li><li>Liaising with professionals and agencies</li><li>Supporting person-centred discharge planning</li></ul>37 hours per week, 25 hours might also be consideredBarnet and Chase Farm Hospital Post Hospital Review team Herts Valleys Out of County Hospital Team 37 hours per week, 25 hours might also be consideredWe are unable to accept AYSE Social Workers at this timeWe offer a 7 day service and currently operate a 1-weekend-in-8 rota across the Hospital TeamVisit Adult social work in Hertfordshire to find out more.About youEssential: • Social Work degree • Registration with Social Work England • Driving licenceThis job role is within the Health &amp; Social Care, level 10&nbsp; job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careWe 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.If you have questions about our opportunities please contact <a href="mailto:ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or for an informal discussion about the role.This is an ongoing advert with applications being regularly reviewed and interviews arranged.Benefits 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. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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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Adult Social Worker

Job Title: Adult Social Care Service Manager Starting Salary: £61,443 progressing to £68,775 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>We have an exciting opportunity for a Service Manager within the South and West Hertfordshire Older People and Sensory Services (SWHOPSS). This service includes seven locality teams, countywide Sensory Services, and two integrated operational and health teams.As Service Manager, you will lead and manage adult social care services across locality teams, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care aligned with Hertfordshire County Council’s Connected Lives principles. You will oversee operational performance, statutory compliance, and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.<h4>About the role</h4>This is a senior leadership position with both operational and strategic responsibilities. You will:<ul><li>Provide professional leadership and oversight of operational managers, ensuring consistency and excellence in practice and performance.</li><li>Drive service development, workforce planning, and training in collaboration with Learning and Development teams.</li><li>Champion Equity, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and co-production in all aspects of service delivery.</li><li>Offer expert guidance on complex safeguarding and case management, ensuring statutory duties under the Care Act 2014 are met.</li><li>Monitor budgets, manage improvement targets, and lead on complaints investigations and learning reviews.</li><li>Develop strong partnerships with agencies such as the NHS, police, and housing providers to deliver integrated services.</li><li>Contribute to policy development and embed operational pathways that reflect legislative and best practice changes.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional with a passion for adult social care and a commitment to making a positive impact. You will have:<ul><li>Extensive experience in managing social care services, preferably within adult social care.</li><li>Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.</li><li>A thorough understanding of statutory responsibilities and best practice in social care.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with stakeholders, including individuals, families, staff, and partners.</li><li>Experience of working collaborative with system and health partners.</li></ul>Essential:<ul><li>Registered Social Worker (or Nurse/Occupational Therapist).</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence.</li><li>Working with &nbsp;system partners, such as health colleagues</li><li>Experience of supervising, managing and leading diverse teams Desirable: </li><li>Performance management, recruitment, and workforce development</li><li>Understanding of statutory responsibilities, safeguarding, Care Act duties, and CQC requirements</li><li>Risk management and ensuring all services are safe, responsive, and effective.</li><li>Ability to evaluate service quality through audits, inspections, and performance reviews.</li><li>Managing service budgets, monitoring expenditure, and ensuring efficient use of resources.</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 HSC14 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Sujana.lama-Paul@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sujana.lama-Paul@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 19 January 2026Benefits 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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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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Adult Social Care Service Manager

Job Title: Senior SEN Placement Officer Starting Salary: £42,839 progressing to £47,181 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Brokerage Accommodation Team sits within Children’s Services and plays a vital role in supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those who are Looked After Children (CLA). The team is responsible for sourcing and managing bespoke educational placements that meet complex needs, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.The vision of the service is to deliver timely, well-matched placements that improve outcomes for children and young people, while promoting inclusion and safeguarding. The goal is to shape a responsive and intelligent commissioning approach that integrates education, social care, and market providers.The Senior SEN Placement Officer role is central to this team, acting as a specialist broker and interface between internal departments and external providers. The team also includes roles focused on CLA placements, contract management, and quality assurance, creating a dynamic and collaborative environment.This role interacts frequently with:<ul><li>Commissioning</li><li>Education and Learning</li><li>Social Care</li><li>Independent Specialist Schools</li><li>Multi-agency panels (e.g., SEND Extra Panel, PARP)</li></ul>The role is well-established, but there is significant scope for the postholder to shape future practices, especially in market intelligence, service development, and integrated pathways for SEND children who are looked after.<h4>About the role</h4>This role involves a range of specialist tasks with direct impact on service delivery and outcomes:<ul><li>Broker specialist educational placements for children and young people with SEND, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.</li><li>Consult with providers and negotiate costs for education and support packages.</li><li>Gather and assess information on children’s needs to identify suitable placements within required timescales.</li><li>Advise lead professionals on placement options, including quality assessments and cost-benefit analysis.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with independent specialist schools and key stakeholders.</li><li>Support contract management, quality assurance, and performance monitoring of providers.</li><li>Participate in multi-agency panels and contribute to strategic placement decisions.</li><li>Record and communicate activity effectively across departments to ensure continuity of casework.</li><li>Lead and support staff, contributing to team development and service improvement.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>We are looking for someone with a strong blend of leadership, specialist knowledge, and practical experience.Essential:<ul><li>Demonstrable ability to lead and motivate staff, promoting effective service change.</li><li>Evidence of working with SEND and inclusion at both policy and operational levels.</li><li>Experience of multi-professional collaboration and working directly with families.</li><li>Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.</li><li>Detailed knowledge of the Children &amp; Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice, and Education Act 1996.</li><li>Experience managing large budgets and using financial/IT systems.</li><li>Understanding of contract regulations and quality monitoring.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Supervisory experience in school or education services.</li><li>Experience producing management reports using data and information sources.</li><li>Familiarity with market shaping and provider relationship management.</li></ul>This is a rewarding and impactful role for someone passionate about improving outcomes for children with SEND. You’ll be at the heart of shaping placement strategies, influencing service development, and driving quality improvements.It’s an excellent opportunity for career development, offering exposure to strategic commissioning, multi-agency working, and leadership responsibilities. The role is fundamental in exactly shaping change across SEND services and ensuring that children receive the best possible support tailored to their needs.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 Operational Services, level OPS1 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Operational servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Sha-Lee Worrell (<a href="mailto:sha-lee.worrell@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sha-lee.worrell@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Interview Date: 27th January 2025Benefits 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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Senior SEN Placement Officer

Job Title: Assistant Locality Manager Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Borehamwood Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>We have exciting opportunity at Borehamwood and Cranborne Place Day Services. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and committed individual to join our management team. In this role, you will be working across two services and in a highly supportive team, in which your motivation and strategic planning ability will be vital.&nbsp; We support adults with learning disabilities and provide experiences and opportunities designed in collaboration with the people we support with a can-do attitude, building positive relationships, maintaining or improving their independence and developing a sense of belonging. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and committed to continuous improvement. We value each member’s contribution and encourage innovation in how we deliver care working alongside the people we support.<h4>About the role</h4>The Day Service Assistant Locality Manager will help lead the team to ensure we provide a high-quality day opportunities and work placements to the people we support. They will support the Deputy Locality Manager to achieve this, through robust quality monitoring to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, financial stability through effective budgeting and financial management, whilst providing hands on supervision and management.We are looking for professional, creative, positive and passionate person to help provide support in our Day Services across Hertfordshire.  We are a progressive and aspirational team and wish to provide Therapeutic and purposeful opportunities to those that live within Hertfordshire.Hertfordshire Day Services offer opportunities for people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, age related conditions, mental health problems and other special needs to live, learn and work with others of all abilities in an atmosphere of mutual care and respect.<h4>About you</h4>We’re looking for someone with energy and drive to help lead our in-house day services through an exciting period of change. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the County Council, using your problem-solving skills and creativity to guide and support your team. Strong communication, IT skills, and the ability to think on your feet are key, along with a willingness to learn and help others grow. If you’re ready to build trust, share ideas, and make a real difference in a dynamic, forward-thinking service, we’d love to hear from you.Essential:<ul><li>Health and Social Care RQF Level 4 or the ability to meet requirement to complete RQF Level 4 (if not already held)</li><li>A minimum of 1 year experience working in a social care or related setting (e.g., education or health)</li><li>A good standard of numeracy, literacy and IT skills&nbsp;</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 HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:nicole.woodgate@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">nicole.woodgate@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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Assistant Locality Manager

Job Title: Senior Residential Childcare Workers Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum + 6% market enhancement * *Sleep In allowances are paid at £40 per night. There are opportunities to work additional hours and overtime across the Service. Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent <h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire county council has its own residential service for children, this consists of 7 homes, including 2 very specialist homes, 1 disability and the rest mainstream multi bedded homes.All homes are currently sitting on Ofsted ratings of good or outstanding.As a senior you form part of the leadership of the home and ensure the needs of the home and young people are met and maintained at the highest possible level.Each home is made up of Registered Manager, Deputy, Senior Residential Childcare Workers, Residential Childcare Workers, cleaners and home administrators.As a Senior within the residential service there will be times you are asked to support other homes.<h4>About the role</h4>Below are some of the things you could say about your role on a day-to-day basis working in our Residential Care homes:“It’s the best job in the World” “The work life balance is brilliant” “I am at home more than I am at work – both families benefit” “’Thanks for running me a bath’ – is what made me smile today – win/win”.If you really want to make a difference to a young person’s life then read on……It is hard to put a job title on a role where you are mentor, teacher, coach, deliverer of parental guidance, role model, therapist, councillor, and family liaison, often all in the same day.Daily you will be liaising with a host of individuals and services, from our young person’s family to schools and education authorities, social workers, police and a whole range of other internal and external contacts.The essence of the role is to support, almost as an extension of the family, one young person to help them develop into adulthood as effectively as possible, establishing routine, boundaries and consistency in a calm, non-judgemental manner. You will work with children and young people who display challenging behaviour due to early life trauma.No two days are the same in our Residential Service - on your working days you could be taking your young person horse riding, painting, for a drive, for a walk, out shopping, or attending virtual schools. You will support children to achieve and grow through positive experiences.“You are there when I rise, when I eat, when I play, and you are there to put me to bed at the end of my day”.Our commitment to young people in our care is to be there around the clock for them. As part of your role you will complete relevant paperwork and work within relevant legislation.You will be part of a team working on a shift/rota basis; you will work together with the rest of the team, and your senior, to organise this in advance.&nbsp;&nbsp; Due to the nature of our care, there may be occasions where you need to swap shifts and working together with your team we can achieve this flexibility. As a Senior Residential Childcare Worker, you would need to do the following.<ul><li>Shift work including evening weekends, bank holiday and sleep in duties.</li><li>Lead and manage shifts.</li><li>Plan weekly activities for the young people.</li><li>Ensure the home is working to the regulations.</li><li>Line manage and supervise Residential Childcare Workers (RCWs).</li><li>Train and Develop RCWs.</li><li>Report writing.</li><li>Undertaking specialist training for the role</li><li>Oversee the children files, ensuring all documentation is update to date and relevant.</li><li>Manage incidents.</li><li>Maintain the safety of the young people, staff and home.</li></ul>Manage and report safeguarding concerns in line with policy and procedure.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Minimum 9-12 month experience of working in residential children’s home.</li><li>Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent</li><li>Hold a full driving licence and business insurance.</li><li>Lead and manage shifts.</li><li>Willingness to undertake shift work.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Staff supervision</li><li>Attending/ leading meetings with key stakeholder</li><li>Working with families</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&nbsp;Health and Social Care, level &nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careWorking for Hertfordshire County council is an excellent opportunity, we are forward thinkers and diverse in the residential services that we offer.As an employer we offer our staff the opportunity to undertake further training via our apprenticeships to further their careers in social care.&nbsp;Its an excellent time to join our residential service as we have a strong therapeutic foundation and looking to enhance our service with a core and committed staff group. To hear more about this opportunity please contact Sabika Sabeen <a href="mailto:Sabika.Sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sabika.Sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;- 07515 663033&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits 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>Sponsorship 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.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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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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Senior Residential Childcare Workers

Job Title: Driver Support Worker Starting Salary: £25,185 (£13.05 per hour) progressing to £25,583 (£13.26 per hour) per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 25 and 37 hours per week available Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services Are you a confident driver with a caring nature and a desire to support others? As a Driver Support Worker, you’ll do more than just drive, you’ll help adults across Hertfordshire access our day services, where they can engage in meaningful activities, connect with others, and enjoy a change of scenery. Your role is key to supporting independence, wellbeing, and community inclusion—making every journey truly worthwhile.<h4>About the Role</h4>As a Driver Support Worker, you will:<ul><li>Hold a valid UK Driving Licence with Category D1 entitlement (typically present on licences issued before 1997 or obtained via an additional driving test).Ensure vehicles are roadworthy by conducting daily and weekly checks.</li><li>Support individuals with and without mobility equipment in and out of vehicles, using tail-lifts and ramps where necessary.</li><li>Assist with personal care tasks, including bathroom support, mobility aids, and dietary needs (training provided).</li><li>Participate in activities with the people we support, both on and off site.</li><li>Perform manual handling tasks, including bending, crouching, and kneeling.</li></ul><h4>About the Teams</h4>We have vacancies in the following locations:Borehamwood - Borehamwood Day Service - 37 hours per week<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A valid UK Driving Licence with Category D1 entitlement (please check before applying).</li><li>Previous experience driving larger vehicles and working as part of a team.</li><li>A person-centred approach to care, with a commitment to Equity, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.</li><li>Physically able to meet the demands of the role.</li></ul>If you’re looking for a role where every journey matters and every day brings the chance to brighten someone’s life, we’d love to hear from you. Join our dedicated team and help create meaningful moments for adults across Hertfordshire—one ride at a time.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 HSC4 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: This is an ongoing advert, and interviews will be arranged as and when applications are receivedBenefits 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&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;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.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.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).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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