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Charlotte Nursery and Infant School is seeking to appoint a new Family Support Worker. We are a large, nurturing, caring and child centred infant school based in Ilkeston.The post is for 20 hours per week. There is flexibility with days and hours which will be agreed with the successful candidate.We are looking for someone who can:<ul><li>Support families in a kind and understanding manner.</li><li>Have challenging conversations with families when necessary.</li><li>Work confidently and confidentially with outside agencies, representing school in a professional manner.</li><li>Write accurate and detailed reports for a range of professionals and agencies.</li></ul>We can offer you:<ul><li>A nurturing and forward thinking school.</li><li>An experienced, supportive and encouraging team to work with.</li><li>Lovely children and families.</li><li>Relevant training.</li></ul>If you are interested in the post then we are keen to hear from you!We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all employees are expected to share this commitment.Provisional Interview Date: 14 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Derbyshire County Council

Family Support Worker

Are you looking for a new and exciting role where you can make a difference to the lives of young people? We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Reviewing Manager to join our Leaving Care service.Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Your Contributions:We are really excited to be investing in this brand new, innovative and creative post and you will be integral in it’s development. Some main responsibilities of the role include:<ul><li>Reviewing Post 18 pathway plans for Children who are Care experienced, including those children who are separated from their families and arrived in the UK unaccompanied and are seeking asylum as young adults.</li><li>Considering all the areas in the most recently completed Pathway Plan/review and ensure the right actions are being taken and the right support is in place; making sure the actions on progress and next steps are completed in how best to support the young person.</li></ul>The ideal candidate will be able to evidence working with children in care and supporting their transitions to adulthood alongside supporting care experienced young adults and have extensive knowledge of the pathway planning process.In reviewing pathway planning it will take into consideration key legislation and policies in line with transitioning to adulthood and understanding the role of a corporate parent.Hours: 22 per week Market Supplement for this role is as below:HBC10: £8,420 per annum FTE (pro-rata for part time workers)This is subject to early removal, should there be the rationale to do so. Our Offer:Are you looking for a place where you are always looking forward? Where there’s a big focus on continuous learning and career progression?Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Car leasing schemes</li><li>Investment in your personal development</li></ul>We have a strong vision for positive practice in Halton and we are currently embedding a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We’re on a journey for excellence and we’ve made it our mission to ensure that children and young people get the best service from us, so they are able to thrive and achieve. The Social Work Academy is integral in providing support, guidance and direction, with a focus on professional development. You will receive a bespoke training package, 1:1 support, team learning and reflective group / supervision sessions. We have an experienced and established Senior Leadership Team, and your Service Manager and Head of Service are supportive and nurturing. Our Executive Director and Director for Children’s Social Care are in full support of Halton being recognised as a Learning and Developing Authority, with a special emphasis on career progression. We are committed to supporting our practitioners to achieve their aspirations too. Working with us, you will have real opportunities to progress your career through training and development.Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Emma Wright – <a href="mailto:emma.wright@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">emma.wright@halton.gov.uk</a>.Interview dates are expected to take place in January 2026. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Independent Reviewing Manager 

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Queen’s Park Primary School has an exciting new opportunity for an innovative, driven and enthusiastic Family Support Worker. The successful candidate will support the school in multi-agency working to improve the welfare of pupils and families.Relevant experience of working with young people and their families is essential and you will be able to demonstrate expertise and skills from your previous employment history.What we are looking for: A practitioner who will support the school in multi-agency working to improve the welfare of pupils and families who are facing multiple challenges.Paid weeks per year: 45.05 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)Fixed term:&nbsp;1 yearStart date: As soon as possible, dependant on relevant employability checks &nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>The main responsibility areas are:<ul><li>Support the work of the school Safeguarding team through monitoring school reporting systems; liaising with social work teams; making referrals; report writing; attending safeguarding and child protection meetings as a school representative.</li><li>Build positive working relationships with external agencies to set up and maintain effective client referral systems</li><li>Secure appropriate support for families and negotiate effective partnership solutions with housing providers, CAHMS, Police, Youth Offending Service, Probation, Children’s social work teams and other key partners&nbsp;</li><li>With the SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) and school team, coach pupils and their families on basic skills, motivation, confidence building, and self esteem</li><li>Provide individually tailored support appropriate to each young person/ family, guiding and motivating pupils and families to achieve action plan goals</li><li>To encourage parents to be part of the school community through events that promote parental networking and support</li><li>Assist pupils and families with preparation for accessing education, appropriate training and support opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Seek out training and funding opportunities to enhance work with pupils and families, writing and presenting fundraising bids</li></ul>We can offer you:<ul><li>A clear vision for our school</li><li>An excellent range of professional development opportunities, including further training if necessary</li><li>A hard-working, friendly and supportive staff team who are committed that at Queen’s Park we ‘think big’</li><li>A positive, well-resourced school environment</li><li>Enthusiastic children with a desire to learn</li><li>The chance to impact on Inclusion and to drive school improvement</li></ul>General Accountabilities<ul><li>To uphold the Council’s policies for anti-discriminatory practice and equality of opportunity.</li><li>To uphold the Council’s and other departments’ Health and Safety requirements, particularly with regard to agreed codes of practice and safe methods of working.</li></ul>At this time, visits to the school are not possible but if you wish to have a telephone conversation with the Head teacher about the role and the school, please contact the School Business Manager via the email address <a href="mailto:mellawrance@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">mellawrance@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a> to arrange this.Brighton and Hove City Council does not accept CVs or Resume. The application pack is available to download from the Council website <a href="http://www.brightonhove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs" target="_blank">http://www.brightonhove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs</a>&nbsp;or upon request from the school:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a>Closing date:&nbsp;Tuesday 30th December 2025Interview date:&nbsp;Tuesday 6th January 2025How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a> or&nbsp;Queens Park Primary School,&nbsp;Park Street, Brighton, BN2 0BN &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Telephone:&nbsp;01273 686822Website:&nbsp;<a href="//www.queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">www.queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityQueen’s Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. &nbsp;As part of our commitment to safeguarding, an online search will be conducted on all candidates prior to a job offer. &nbsp;An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Job DescriptionDO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITEDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!The Lewisham Safeguarding Children Partnership have developed shared values which we will demonstrate across the partnership: Listening, Proactive, Diversity, Well – being, Impact.Understanding the lived experiences of our children and young people in Lewisham in terms of culture, poverty, identity, diversity and the environment in which they are living is crucial if we are to address safeguarding issues. The importance of challenging racism, adultification and taking account of intersectionality are just some areas where the Partnership needs to take a lead.IntroductionWould you like a pivotal role in Lewisham?Are you an experienced proactive leader with sound judgement who can work collaboratively and deliver effective challenge to put the needs and safety of children first? Do you want to drive continuous improvement and provide assurance that our multi – agency safeguarding arrangements are working effectively for children, families and practitioners?You will need to be able to demonstrate excellent verbal, written and presentational skills. You will need strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain supportive and empathic relationships.What’s the role?The role is to carry out the Independent Scrutineer function for the LSCP as required by Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023 by providing critical challenge and transparent appraisal of the multi – agency safeguarding arrangements.What we’re looking forWe are looking for an experienced safeguarding leader with strategic insight and a strong understanding of effective anti – racist practice and the statutory and regulatory frameworks.We require someone who is empathic and who is creative in problem solving, able to persuade, negotiate, influence with proven ability to challenge and hold organisations to account for the impact of their safeguarding work.LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.Special conditions<ul> <li>&nbsp;The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>For an informal discussion about this role, please contact the Strategic Safeguarding Lead, Helen Bannister email: <a href="mailto:helen.bannister@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.bannister@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/JDIndependentScrutineer" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary £650 per day, sessional claims basedHow to ApplyDO NOT APPLY VIA THIS WEBSITETo apply for this role please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your motivation and suitability to support safeguarding arrangements in Lewisham to the Strategic Safeguarding Lead Helen Bannister - <a href="mailto:helen.bannister@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.bannister@lewisham.gov.uk</a>Applications Deadline 19th December 2025Interviews will be held during January.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="http://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email <a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram</a>





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London Borough of Lewisham

Independent Scrutineer - LSCP

About the roleAre you a qualified social worker with experience of working with adults with social care needs, who thrives on being at the forefront of innovative practice and new ways of working? Do you have a passion and commitment to work alongside people to enable them to live their best life possible?Do you want to be part of a developing dynamic and creative culture, which seeks to connect individuals and their communities, by asking the right questions at the right time, to support people to find the right solutions?We have one vacancy available:1 part-time vacancy (25 hrs p/w) in the East Northants Adult Social Care Team.Interviews will be held on 27th November 2025What will you be doing?We use a strength-based, outcomes focused approach and utilise the 3 conversations model. This means engaging people in a conversational model which allows them to tell us what is important and really matters to them, and then taking timely action to support them to connect with resources that help them continue with their chosen life.We know that people are key to our success, and we are seeking colleagues with ambition, creativity, and commitment to our values to help us to achieve the best possible outcomes for the people of North Northants.About youDoes your skill set and values match our ambitions?• You are a qualified Adults Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. We would particularly welcome applications from experienced social workers who have completed the ASYE.• You have experience of working with Adults with care and support needs and are passionate about identifying their strengths and supporting them to achieve their outcomes. • You are proactive and have the ability to think creatively.• You exercise professional curiosity rather than accept things at face value or make decisions based on assumptions.• You demonstrate problem solving abilities, working alongside people to enable them to find their own solutions.• You are a great team player, willing to share knowledge and expertise with colleagues in your team.• You love a challenge and have an willingness to learn and change.• You put your ability to analyse and take action in challenging situations to good use and are able to evidence positive risk taking skills – knowing how to balance individual’s rights against risks.• You have a real commitment to identifying and promoting people’s strengths, hopes and aspirations.• You have a passion for connecting and working in partnership with people and their situation. • You are willing and able to work collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including community groups and the voluntary sector as well as colleagues in health and other sectors.• You understand the legislative frameworks which govern the work we do as adult social care workers. North Northants Adult Social Care also offers enhanced rates of pay for those who undertake additional duties on top of their day-day Social Work role.For those who become Practice Educators, Approved Mental Health Professionals, or Best Interest Assessors (in addition to their Social Work role), and meet the base qualifying criteria, we offer a further £2000 (Pro Rata).Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Social Worker

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.At Coventry City Council, we are embarking on an incredible journey to create a brighter future for Coventry's children. As a 'Good' Local Authority, we believe in pushing boundaries and delivering excellence for children and families. Our vision is clear, and our social workers are unwavering in their commitment to putting children and families at the centre of their practice.&nbsp;Be part of our inspiring team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Coventry's children. Together, let's create a nurturing environment where every child's potential can flourish.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Our Values are:<ul><li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li><li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li><li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li><li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li><li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li><li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li></ul>What is the job role? We are currently recruiting for a Senior Practitioner to join our Emergency Duty Team on a permanent part time basis.As a member of the Council’s Responsive Services, the Emergency Duty Team (out of hours social care) offer essential support services, generally, outside of standard office hours to address urgent social care needs and ensure the likelihood of emergencies occurring is reduced. EDT ensure that any Social Care emergencies that cannot be safely left to the following working day are dealt with, responding to the whole of the community of Coventry including Children's Services, Housing, Adult Social Care and Youth Justice Services therefore considering the overarching principles and objectives of these disciplines.&nbsp;The Emergency Duty Team (EDT) provides an out of hours emergency service between 5pm and 8.30am throughout the week, including weekends and are office based during these times.The team responds to safeguarding concerns relating to children, young people, their families and adults. They also provide an out of hours housing service.The post holder will be responsible for overseeing/supporting the work of Children and Family Workers. In partnership with agencies, the post holder will be responsible for responding to all requests for assistance received during the work shift with a particular focus on promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children, adults and families of Coventry until core working hours.&nbsp;All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Who are we looking for? The Emergency Duty Team are seeking to recruit a Senior Practitioner who is an inclusive leader who values diversity and promote a culture of respect, collaboration and continuous improvement. We are seeking a person who is committed to creating an environment where every individual feels valued and supported.&nbsp;You should &nbsp;be committed and passionate about practice, sharing learning and knowledge and developing others.You will be a qualified and experienced Social Worker who has:<ul><li>A current registration with Social Work England.</li><li>A sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.</li><li>A proven ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.</li><li>Knowledge of assessment methods, care management and casework methods.</li><li>Experience of carrying out a range of statutory work with adults, children and housing matters.</li><li>Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with adults, children, young people and families</li></ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview dates: To be confirmed About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

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