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Job Title: Adoption Panel Advisor Starting Salary: £53,806 per annum + £8,560 market enhanced payment progressing to £59,497 per annum + £8,607 market enhanced payment* please note this is a non-contractual payment subject to a 3 yearly review Hours: 37.0 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Adoption Panel Advisor for Hertfordshire.&nbsp; The Adoption Panel is based within the Panel Office and Kinship Care Service and provides panel services to the Hertfordshire Adoption Service.&nbsp; Hertfordshire’s Adoption Service is part of the Adopt East Regional Adoption Alliance and close liaison in required between all Local Authorities that make up Adopt East.This is a flexible working role which requires attendance for all in person panels which are currently held a minimum of fortnightly at Rainbow House in St Albans. The ability to travel across the county including &nbsp;to the main Hertfordshire Offices in Stevenage and Apsley is required as well as occasional travel across the Eastern Region is also required. Homeworking is possible when not required to be in the office.<h4>About the role</h4>The Adoption Regulations require the adoption agency, which is Hertfordshire to appoint a senior member of staff as the Adoption Panel Advisor to:<ul><li>Assist the agency with the maintenance of the central list (list of persons who are considered suitable to be members of the adoption panel) and the constitution of adoption panels</li><li>To be responsible for the induction and training persons in the central list</li><li>To be responsible for the liaison between the agency and the adoption panel, monitoring the performance of persons in the central list and members of the adoption panel and the administration of the adoption panels; and</li><li>To give advice to an adoption panel as the panel may request in relation to any case or generally.</li></ul>In addition the Adoption Panel Advisor will be responsible for supporting the Agency Decision Making, who is a senior person in Hertfordshire with the responsibility to make a Best Interest Decision about whether a child should be placed for adoption.The role of the Adoption Panel Adviser is to provide professional advice to the Adoption Panels and the ADM in respect of their Best Interest Decision. Ensure that the arrangements for panel are coordinated and run smoothly on the day and that all follow up actions and reports are completed in a timely manner, working closely with the Panel Office to ensure the panel is quorate.Panel Adviser is required to read all adoption panel and ADM Best Interests papers, making notes of good practice and areas of concern. Quality assurance is a key role for the Panel Adviser.The post holder offers support and advice to the Agency Decision Maker and ensures that the Agency Decision Maker can make timely decisions on behalf of the Local Authority.The post holder will also need to ensure that appropriately experienced panel members are recruited to the Central list, inducted, receive training and have annual appraisals.&nbsp;&nbsp;In accordance with the Adoption Regulations the Adoption Panel Advisor must be a qualified social worker with at least 5 years of relent post qualifying experience and have relevant management experience.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A recognised social work qualification,</li><li>Registration with SW England</li><li>5 years post qualifying experience with relevant management experience in Adoption</li><li>A comprehensive knowledge of childcare legislation, Regulations, guidance and minimum standards, particularly relating to adoption.</li><li>To have professional credibility and leadership skills to inspire innovative practice</li><li>Ability to work in partnership and effectively with colleagues, panel members and other professionals.</li><li>Ability to produce well written reports for panel management and contribute to the Adoption Annual Report.</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence</li><li>Regular Access to a vehicle</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of social care procedures and working practices</li><li>Able to work independently to ensure that Hertfordshire adoption panel meets its requirements.</li><li>Excellent time management and organisational skills. Able to respond flexibly to the demands of the post, prioritise and meet deadlines.</li><li>To have a good understanding of inclusion and diversity and ensure this is reflected in all work.</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity which does not present often as the role is unique.It allows the opportunity to develop and provide consultation, mentor and develop panel’s central list. It also allows an opportunity to improve practice across adoption in Hertfordshire as well as influence adoption practice across Adopt East.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 HSC13 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact 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&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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Hertfordshire County Council

Adoption Panel Advisor

Job Title: SEND Tribunals Officer Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Based at Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead, with hybrid working and travel across Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens ServicesWe are recruiting 3x Tribunals Officers.<h4>About the team</h4>The Tribunals Team manages and co-ordinates the local authority's response to SEND appeals. The team prepares evidence, liaises with professionals and schools, and represents the local authority at hearings. The team also supports service improvement across casework and supports the legal and SEND teams as the administrative hub for Pre-Action Protocols and Judicial Reviews.&nbsp;Our goal is to create a tribunal service that is accessible, transparent, efficient and fair for everyone. You’ll be an essential part of our team, collaborating with parents, carers, young people, schools and other key stakeholders within the SEND statutory and legal framework. You'll join a well-established team, who are always seeking new ways to innovate and improve, and your input will be crucial in shaping the future of our service to meet the evolving needs of our SEND community.<h4>About the role</h4>Are you looking to advance your career and gain valuable experience in legal representation and multi-agency working? This role offers an excellent opportunity to do just that. With support and training, you'll be well-equipped to succeed and contribute to ensuring every child receives the support they need.Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Casework: You will ensure high-quality casework is carried out in relation to the cases held, encouraging resolution and reconciliation for appeals received from the Tribunal.</li><li>Representation: You will represent the Local Authority at the Special Educational Needs and Disability First Tier Tribunal.</li><li>Coordination: You will use your negotiation and influencing skills to work with parents, schools, and multi-disciplinary practitioners to seek resolution to the appeal.</li><li>Development: You will develop the multi-agency response to a Tribunal, including creating chronologies, arranging and chairing case planning meetings and other multi-agency meetings, and preparing and collating evidence to support the Local Authority’s position.</li><li>Policy Contribution: You will contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and provisions for children with SEND. This includes staying updated on SEND casework, national legislation changes, and departmental policies, as well as supporting the induction, training, and support of team members.</li><li>Database Management: You will input and maintain accurate and comprehensive database records as required and participate in the Local Authority’s systems for monitoring and quality assurance for children and young people in appeal.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A high level of experience working with families or children in or aligned to SEND with extensive experience of the statutory EHCP process</li><li>A high level of experience working with both internal and external agencies across the SEND Partnership.</li><li>A good working knowledge of the law governing SEND.</li><li>Strong analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to facilitate dialogue, promoting collaboration and resolving disputes through influence and negotiation.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Excellent organisation skills and ability to work unsupervised, managing multiple cases to tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to remain resilient when under pressure while navigating complex issues and challenges.</li><li>Excellent IT skills.</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel across Hertfordshire for meetings as needed.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of advocacy and representing at Tribunals or similar.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant case law.</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 Services, level HSC10&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Vanessa Croxford - <a href="mailto:Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>This is an ongoing advert for a period of time until vacancies are filled. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.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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SEND Tribunals Officer

Job Title: Director of Children &amp; Families Starting Salary: £115,170 progressing to £127,731 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Base Location: Farnham House, Stevenage/Hybrid Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services Are you a strategic leader passionate about making a difference for children and families? Hertfordshire County Council is driving change and shaping the future of Children’s Services.We’re seeking a visionary Director of Children and Families to lead strategic social care services and champion child-centred practice across a diverse and growing community.You’ll provide transformational leadership through national reforms, oversee workforce strategy, and deliver high-quality safeguarding and family support services. This is a pivotal role, influencing multi-agency partnerships and ensuring excellence in statutory standards.<h4> Key accountabilities of the role:</h4><ul><li>Provide strategic leadership for all children’s social care services, including safeguarding, family support, youth justice, and specialist interventions.</li><li>Drive workforce strategy and service transformation through national reforms, ensuring high performance and compliance with statutory standards.</li><li>Lead Hertfordshire’s safeguarding agenda, chair key partnership boards, and influence multi-agency collaboration for continual improvement.</li><li>Represent HCC at senior forums and partnerships, shaping policy and delivering excellence across children and family services.</li></ul><h4>What we’re looking for you to bring (Person Specification)</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Degree qualification in relevant disciplines and/or additional knowledge gained through management / qualification.</li><li>Professional qualification in social work &amp; registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Significant experience of Children’s Services management and oversight of safeguarding and child protection at a senior level.</li><li>Experience of leading work in the partnership arena and within a political environment.</li><li>Expert knowledge of legislation, best practice, and sector-wide standards.</li><li>Inspirational leader with strong communication and influencing skills at senior level.</li><li>Collaborative and commercially astute, with sound financial understanding.</li><li>Skilled in negotiation and driving change through constructive challenge and partnership.</li><li>Ability to drive around Hertfordshire, using your own mode of transport to travel to other locations.</li></ul>This job role is within the Leadership, level job profile. Please locate this via: Organisational Leadership<h4>Recruitment Information &amp; Timelines</h4>Applications:Please submit your application online, with a CV and covering letter (maximum of two A4 pages) outlining your experiences in relation to the key accountabilities of the role.Closing date:Thursday 27th November 2025 – noon.Technical Interview:A technical interview will be conducted with the Executive Director of Children Services via MS Teams Wednesday 10th December 2025.Final Interview:Monday 15th December 2025 – Farnham House, Stevenage.If you wish to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:Richard.Hall@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Richard.Hall@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Melanie.Lamprecht@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Melanie.Lamprecht@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>If you’re ready to lead with impact and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.<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 around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>Candidate Pack - Director of Children and Families Nov 2025.pdf</li></ul> 





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Director of Children & Families

Job Title: Consultant Social Worker - 0-25 Children with Disability Family Help Starting Salary: £48,226 + £7,146 market enhancement per annum, progressing to £53,459 + £6,984 market enhancement per annum (plus welcome payment - terms apply) Hours: 37.0 Location: Hemel Hempstead - with travel countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>At Hertfordshire County Council, we have a bold ambition to deliver the best possible quality of life for every member of our community. We want people to enjoy a good level of physical and mental health. We want them to find exceptional employment opportunities, and we want them to enjoy all that this lovely borough has to offer, safe in the knowledge that they have a comfortable home in a great neighbourhood. These ambitions are particularly important to our innovative 0-25 Together Service, and it is within this team that you could find an opportunity like no other.The 0-25 Together Service is a fantastic example of what happens when likeminded people come together to deliver specialist services for disabled children, young people, young adults and their families. We want our service users to enjoy as much independence as possible, while reaching their full potential. We want them to be able to take part in their local community and find stability and fulfilment as they move into adulthood. Working in partnership with everyone who comes to us for support, we pride ourselves on being there for them as they settle into successful adult lives. <h4>About the role</h4>As a Consultant Social Worker, you will be based in our West Family Help Team, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Team Manager with the day-to-day operations of a busy and dynamic service. In addition, you will provide supervision and guidance to a small group of Family Practitioners, helping them deliver high-quality support to families.You will lead best practice and strengthen our commitment to supporting disabled children and their families. Our West Family Help Team works at the heart of this mission, providing practical and emotional support to families so that children can thrive. Your role will be essential in helping Family Practitioners deliver this support effectively and confidently.You will bring expert knowledge of the legal framework and the multi-disciplinary nature of our work, ensuring that interventions are safe, proportionate, and focused on achieving positive outcomes. Alongside managing a varied caseload, you will guide and supervise Family Practitioners, offering professional advice and reflective supervision to help them navigate complex situations and deliver high-quality family help.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Assessing needs and circumstances across a diverse range of cases, balancing independence with safeguarding considerations.</li><li>Supporting Family Practitioners to implement creative, strengths-based approaches that empower families and build resilience.</li><li>Advising families and their networks on community resources and services that can make a real difference.</li><li>Collaborating with statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure joined-up support and great life outcomes for children.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England</li><li>Experience of working with children and young people</li><li>Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedures</li><li>Ability to complete robust assessments &amp; to assess risk</li><li>Ability to work in a relationship-based way</li><li>Understanding of equality and diversity in Social Work</li><li>Ability to input and maintain accurate computerised information and records</li><li>Ability to work on own initiative managing and prioritising own workload under pressure and under the direction of the supervisor</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge/experience of working with Disabled Children and Young People</li><li>Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedure specific to Disabled Children and Young People</li></ul>In return, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your expertise and invests in your growth with excellent learning and development opportunities to help you be the best you can be. This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Maxine.Samuel@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Maxine.Samuel@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 1st DecemberBenefits 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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Consultant Social Worker - 0-25 Children with Disability Family Help

Job Title: Advanced Practitioner Starting Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,459 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Farnham House, Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Are you passionate about safeguarding the rights of vulnerable individuals and ensuring compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team, which requires a full time Advanced Practitioner to support the Hertfordshire Supervisory Body. You will be a qualified and experienced Best Interests Assessor.As one of three Advanced Practitioners, you will provide leadership in the role of Best Interests Assessor for the council. This position involves undertaking complex Best Interests assessments and offering supervision and mentorship to both qualified and trainee Best Interests Assessors employed by the council and partner organisations.<h4>About the role</h4>As one of three Advanced Practitioners, you will play a pivotal role in leading and shaping Best Interests practice across the council. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Undertaking complex Best Interests assessments on behalf of the Supervisory Body.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with DoLS and supporting the wider council in applying legislation relating to Community Deprivation of Liberty.</li><li>Facilitating and leading Best Interests Assessor Forums to share best practice and drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with care providers to enhance their understanding of the DoLS process.</li><li>Scrutinising assessments to ensure they meet all legal requirements and completing authorisation documentation.</li><li>Leading and delivering training sessions within Hertfordshire County Council and representing the Supervisory Body at external events.</li></ul>You would be joining an excellent team, receive regular supervision and will have training opportunities to keep your skills and knowledge up to date<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Qualified Social Worker, Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Clinical Psychologist</li><li>Qualified BIA (Best Interests Assessor)</li><li>In-depth knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2009,</li><li>An understanding of the implications of developing case law.</li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role, such as supervising other BIAs or leading peer support groups.</li><li>Familiarity with triaging cases and prioritising workloads effectively in high-pressure environments</li><li>Experience of the court of protection process including drafting reports for Section 21A appeals or other legal proceedings.</li><li>A proactive approach to personal development, including keeping up-to-date with relevant legislation, case law, and best practices.</li><li>Strong advocacy skills to champion the rights and best interests of individuals who may lack capacity.</li><li>Ability to foster positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.</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 HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:carolyn.mcintosh@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">carolyn.mcintosh@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 1 December 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&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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