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Join Our Team as a Support Facilitator (Home Care) – Make a Real Difference Every Day! Are you passionate about helping people live their best lives? Staffordshire County Council’s Provider Services team is looking for dedicated Support Facilitators to deliver person-centred reablement care in the community. You’ll be part of an innovative and empowering service that supports individuals to thrive in their own homes.Our service runs 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and we need team members who can start early and work flexibly to meet the needs of those we support. Applicants must live within 30 minutes of our base location ST16 2DH&nbsp;to ensure timely response and continuity of care.This role requires travelling within the community, primarily Stafford, and so a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.We have a part time position available with a range of shifts between 7am &amp; 10pm, which will include weekends. There is a business need that all early shifts will start at 7am. We require our team to work flexibly, which means you may be required to work other days to complete training.Our people are central to everything we do and so we’ll make sure you’re well supported and given the opportunity to develop and progress.<ul><li>We provide full paid training and ongoing development to enable you to pursue your career aspirations</li><li>BLOCK pay, meaning you will be paid for the whole shift duration, including travel time</li><li>For travel, we will reimburse you at £.45/mile, paid from Stafford Library.</li><li>These positions are predominantly based with the Stafford area but there is an expectation to travel across the North/East Staffs of Staffordshire to support other areas to suit business need.</li><li>Supervision and support to enable you to provide excellent care</li></ul>This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and will require a pre-employment health assessment as part of the onboarding process.Main Responsibilities Working flexibly across various locations in North and East Staffordshire, you will provide an excellent level of care to enable the people we support to have a comfortable and dignified life within their own homes.As a Support Worker, you will:<ul><li>Provide person-centred reablement care in people’s homes, respecting dignity and promoting independence.</li><li>Support individuals with daily living tasks, personal care, and medication administration.</li><li>Communicate effectively with individuals, families, and colleagues to build positive relationships.</li><li>Respond flexibly to changing needs and embrace digital tools to improve service delivery.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and comply with health, safety, and safeguarding standards.</li><li>Undertake manual handling tasks as required.</li><li>Drive (using your own vehicle) to deliver care across the local area.</li><li>To complete interventions using Assistive Technology</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You'll bring:<ul><li>You’ll bring a caring and compassionate nature, with a genuine desire to make a positive difference in people’s lives every day.</li><li>You’ll have strong communication skills and the ability to build trust and positive relationships with individuals, families, and colleagues.</li><li>You’ll demonstrate flexibility and resilience, adapting to changing needs and working patterns while maintaining a positive outlook.</li><li>You’ll bring practical skills and reliability, including a full driving licence, physical ability for care tasks, and a commitment to learning and development.</li></ul>You'll have:<ul><li>Experienced in social care (NVQ2 Provided).</li><li>A driver with access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li><li>Caring, patient, and committed to empowering people to live independently.</li><li>Able to work flexibly across days, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.</li><li>Physically able to support personal care and manual handling tasks.</li><li>A great communicator with a positive outlook and ability to stay calm under pressure.</li><li>Living within 30 minutes of our base location ST16 2DH</li></ul>Interviews will be held: Week commencing 19th January 2026.For further information about this role please contact Frances Perry on <a href="mailto:frances.perry@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">frances.perry@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;The role is regulated by CQC and it is a requirement of the role that we obtain full employment history from leaving secondary school. Please note should you be invite for interview this information will be required.The recruitment for this position is ongoing and so we reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. Shortlisting will take place as soon as applications are received with interview dates to be confirmed.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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As part of our busy Business and Executive Support team, you'll play a key role in ensuring a consistent high-level of business support across the council.We support a number of teams within the Children and Families Service whose mission is to create an environment where families are supported to stay together safely and live well in their communities.It's a varied role and no two days are the same so we always have to be ready to adapt when demands change.This role is fixed term until 31/01/27 and the working hours for this role are Monday and Tuesday 8.30 - 5.00 and Wednesday 8.30 - 12.00. Main Responsibilities You will be providing all of the administration and business support for the Early Years Forum in East Staffs and Tamworth and assisting other districts as necessary.This will include;-<ul><li>Servicing meetings: coordinating the circulation of agendas and relevant papers; scheduling; attendance at meetings; and taking and distributing appropriate notes.</li><li>Distribution of outcome information.</li><li>Accurately input and maintain electronic information systems ensuring children’s/families/system records are kept up to date.</li><li>Contribute to the development of new processes and techniques to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the children’s and family’s system</li><li>Undertake some Customer Care duties.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You'll have:<ul><li>Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience</li><li>GCSE English and Math’s grade C or 4 or equivalent</li><li>previous experience of servicing meetings including note taking.</li><li>good written and oral communication skills at all levels – this post will involve liaison with a range of professionals and members of the public.</li><li>sensitive and attentive listening skills and the ability to accurately record the outcome of discussions and meetings for a diverse audience.</li><li>a flexible approach – demonstrating ability to respond positively to changes in allocation of work at short notice.</li><li>a commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice and to work with a diverse customer base</li><li>good time management and organisational skills with an ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and on own initiative.</li></ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;For more information about this role, please contact Jenny Alldrick, Team Leader at <a href="mailto:jenny.alldrick@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">jenny.alldrick</a><a href="mailto:rosalind.sherratt@staffordshire.gov.uk." target="_blank">@staffordshire.gov.uk.</a>Interviews will be held W/C 26th January 2026Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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Do you have a passion for reading, literacy, information and customer service? Are you looking for a unique and inspiring role?&nbsp;We see our library roles as a vocation, you’ll be part of a community of partners, providing a much-needed service to our library users.&nbsp;The library is crucial in supporting the wellbeing of those in prison and it helps to promote positive behaviours in those library users. So, the work you’ll do will have a real impact on people’s lives and the community.HMP Stafford is a category C adult male sex offender prison, The Library has a team of 3 Library assistants led by the Library Supervisor and is a well-used and valued resource within the Prison and is currently open daily Tuesday to Saturday.&nbsp;Prison Library staff offer both outreach / wing based and main library, service provision, supporting all prisoners with access to books, information and resources.This 14 hour part-time pro rata post usually operates on a Thursday afternoon and evening, Friday mornings and one in three Saturdays morning and afternoon. Shift patterns can be subject to change, including if the Prison regime changes in the future.&nbsp;Please consider the location and travel / distance and the demands of the role and environment before applying.Main Responsibilities We aim to play a part in reducing reoffending and enabling prisoners in improving their prospects and situation whilst in custody and for a future on release in the community, linking with public libraries.You will:<ul><li>provide and develop an essential service, encouraging and promoting creativity, literacy and reading for pleasure and learning.</li><li>Actively engage with customers, to support them in using their library space, service and resources for their personal and professional development and benefit both short and long term.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You’ll be -<ul><li>a positive and proactive person, with great face-to-face customer service skills and work experience, and a love of reading.</li><li>confident and calm, with integrity, and a strong work ethic.&nbsp;</li><li>able to work efficiently individually alone, and as a part of a team; both the onsite Library and Prison team and in SCC Library Service.&nbsp;</li><li>resilient, adapting well and positively to change, a strategic and imaginative thinker.</li><li>eager to help, support and engage with customers and colleagues and keen to learn and develop.</li></ul>The role may require some cover of colleagues at other times outside the set core-shifts of this post, so would suit someone with the availability and flexibility to accommodate. It would be beneficial if you are happy and able to travel and hold a current valid uk drivers license.If you have a specific question about this role that is not covered in the job ad or documents, you may contact Sarah Cripps - <a href="mailto:sarah.cripps@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.cripps@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>We will be holding in-person interviews in the Prison on one set date, to be confirmed to those invited. We plan for Interviews to take place in the week commencing 2nd or 9th February 2026.This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service &nbsp;which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form. Vetting and checks including employment reference checks, will be undertake by the Prison / HMPPS and Staffordshire County Council.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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We have 4 Children’s Disability teams across the county, and they provide specialist services for children and young people with complex disabilities.These are small teams of highly dedicated Social Workers that support children and families to reach the best outcomes in a timely manner, enabling them to live their lives to the full. We also are supported by a team of skilled Family Practitioners who assist in facilitating behaviour management work and undertaking direct work.Our Social Workers make a huge difference to the lives of people across our County. They take pride in supporting children and families and we’re equally proud to help them give their best in whatever ways we can. That’s why you can expect everything from agile and flexible working options to exceptional learning and development if you join our team. You can also expect our commitment to creating the best service we can.Working with us means collaborating across our different teams, and sharing best practice, knowledge, and experience to continually improve the way we do things. Support is important, as we work in a big county with some diverse challenges – but together we can meet all kinds of needs and demands.This role will be based at Tamworth.Main Responsibilities You will be:<ul><li>based within a small team of between seven and eight&nbsp;social workers.</li><li>holding and managing a workload of children and young people and prioritising all work</li><li>undertaking&nbsp;direct work with children and their families and their carers which provides high support and high challenge and aims to support families to find solutions to their own challenges.</li><li>providing high quality and timely assessments and reports in the agreed format for Court’s, Child Protection Case Conferences, Statutory Reviews and any other forum</li><li>maintaining client records&nbsp;</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You will:<ul><li>be a Qualified Social Worker with post qualification experience working directly with children and families and be committed to supporting children to remain with their families.</li><li>be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>have excellent communication skills and &nbsp;the ability to build relationships with children, families and other professionals.</li><li>be a team player.</li><li>have the ability to engage and communicate with disabled children and be committed to ensuring the children on your case load receive the best quality service.</li></ul>But above all, you’ll bring the desire to work with children and families to give them the right support, at the right time with the aim of keeping families together where it’s safe to do so.For more information about these vacancies, please contact Natasha Davies, Team Manager, on <a href="mailto:natasha.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">natasha.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>, or 01785 895787Interviews are expected to take place on XXXXXXOur Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Advanced Children's Social Worker

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Starting Salary: AG2 - £25,583-£27,254 per annum&nbsp;with the opportunity to progress within the role once fully trained
Full time - 37 hours per week - between 9am-5pm - Monday to Friday.
Part time hours minimum of 30 hours per week.&nbsp;
Contract- Permanent
Location: Leek &amp; Buxton
An exciting opportunity to come and work for the Customer Services Team within the Alliance of High Peak Borough Council and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council,
As a Customer Service Advisor you will be the first point of contact for customers across the High Peak and Staffordshire Moorlands by dealing with a wide range of customer enquires for all Council services via a variety of access channels (contact centre, face to face, email and correspondence).
The successful candidate will have call centre experience along with experience of delivering high quality customer service to internal and external customers with excellent communication skills and good IT experience of Microsoft packages.
For an informal discussion regarding this job please contact: Karen Lomas (Head of Customer Services) -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:karen.lomas@highpeak.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.lomas@highpeak.gov.uk</a>

Customer Service Advisor

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with EBD and challenging behaviour?Braymoor Road is seeking dedicated and experienced Night Wake Officer to join our supportive and nurturing team. This is an exciting time to join us, and we need the right talent to help us to continue to improve and grow our services. About Braymoor Road: Bridgelands provides medium to long term care for up to three children of either gender between 8 and 18 years of age who have emotional and behavioural difficulties and may have a diagnosis of ADHD or an ASC and an Education Health and Care Plan. Currently there are 3 Children/young person aged between 16 and 15 years. We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals who have experience of working with children. You will receive full support, ongoing training, and development opportunities. The Residential provision is a 24hr service, applicant for these roles will be expected to work shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.Note: this is a part time role, working 20 hours per week. The salary advertised will be pro rota'd. Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Monitoring and Supervision</li> <li>Providing Support in prompting Personal Care</li> <li>Supporting Complex Behaviours</li> <li>Communication and Record-Keeping</li> <li>Promoting Independence and Dignity</li> <li>Maintaining a Safe and Clean Environment</li> <li>Perform domestic tasks</li> <li>Team Collaboration</li> <li>Perform domestic tasks</li></ul>We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2025 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.About you:<ul> <li>Experience working with children with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties and challenging behaviour.</li> <li>Strong organisation and time managements skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills, with experience in imparting independent skills.</li> <li>A compassionate and patient approach, with a commitment to providing high-quality care.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, a range of professionals and stakeholders.</li> <li>Relevant qualifications in childcare are desirable.</li></ul>Our Benefits<ul> <li>We pay your DBS application fee and reimburse your update service fee</li> <li>A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.</li> <li>Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme which gives you the chance to drive a brand-new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount as part of a salary sacrifice initiative. With no deposits or credit checks required a range of all-inclusive driving packages</li> <li>Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use! Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health &amp; Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns, to support the needs of the Trust and to ensure a positive work/life balance for our employees</li> <li>You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Discounted gym memberships with Pure Gym and Nuffield Health</li></ul>This position is open to all applicants, however, please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.If you are a passionate and experienced childcare professional looking for a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Edgewood Road family and help us make a difference. BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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The Staffordshire Health, Safety and Wellbeing Service is a dynamic team of professionals specialising in health and safety, fire safety, and occupational health. We provide responsive, supportive advice, guidance, and training to council services, schools, and academies as part of our traded offer. Our team is innovative, creative, and motivated, continually striving to develop health and safety standards across our organisation.We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our service. You will play a key role in driving the health and safety culture forward within a varied work environment, offering both responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact across a broad range of services.You will advise, monitor, and provide practical support to council services. This role will include advising on the risk management arrangements around social care including residential, community care and commissioned provider activities, alongside other general health and safety support to traded customers and partners.This role is based out of Staffordshire Place but will work across the county at customer locations to suit business needs. &nbsp;It is a full time role working Monday to Friday. As part of the role you will act as Forward Control Officer in emergency situations and may on occasion be called out of hours to assist with such duties.Main Responsibilities The main responsibilities of this role include:<ul><li>Provide professional health, safety, and wellbeing advice and guidance to County Council Service Managers partnership organisations and customers.</li><li>Carry out health, safety, and wellbeing audits and produce detailed reports.</li><li>Promote risk assessment principles and active accident prevention.</li><li>Advise on risk management arrangements for our Health and Care teams and services.</li><li>Contribute to continuously improving standards in line with legislative changes and best practice.</li><li>Assist and support managers with the development and monitoring of health and safety in their teams.</li><li>Deliver and assist in the development of training across all aspects of health and safety.</li><li>Act as the key advisor to nominated areas of responsibility (service, business unit,).</li><li>Lead or participate in allocated project work.<ul><li>Act as the duty officer for the service on a rota basis, providing first point of contact advice to all customers and reviewing incident&nbsp; reports submitted.</li></ul></li></ul>The Ideal Candidate We are looking for you to meet the following requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Hold a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification.</li><li>Have corporate membership of IOSH.</li><li>Have comprehensive experience in a health and safety role.</li><li>Have experience of working in social care, health settings or similar relevant experience.</li><li>Have experience in audits, inspections, accident investigations, and implementing health and safety policies and procedures.</li><li>Be skilled in delivering health and safety training.</li><li>Be effective communicators, able to influence and use initiative to ensure compliance and continual improvement in a complex environment.</li><li>Be able to drive as travel across Staffordshire and occasionally outside the county is part of the role.</li></ul>Interviews will be held during the week starting 9th February&nbsp;For an informal chat about the role please contact Becky Lee, Head of Health, Safety &amp; Wellbeing atbecky.lee<a href="mailto:xxx@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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This is a diverse social care role where every day is different. For adults with learning disabilities, you’ll open the door to lives of independence, fulfilment, and joy. And your impact won’t stop there. This positive change will be felt across families and throughout the Staffordshire communities we’re proud to serve.Staffordshire County Council are looking for motivated people who are passionate about providing outstanding food quality for adults with learning disabilities. We specialise in supporting adults with complex needs, profound and multiple learning disabilities, and behaviours that challenge. Our mission is to promote opportunities, independence and choice so individuals can thrive, and our vision is to be leaders in providing innovative and inspirational care and support.Douglas Road is a residential respite facility for up to eight adults. The service is dynamic and caters for people with varying levels of need. People come to our service for a break and could stay for a number of days or weeks. The people we support are always changing which makes it an interesting, fast-paced and rewarding place to work. You can learn about our services via our Facebook page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/staffordshirelearningdisability" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/staffordshirelearningdisability</a>You will be expected to work flexibly across the week according to business need, undertaking a range of shifts that may include weekend, and bank holiday working, early morning, evenings, and split shifts. Rotas are subject to change depending on business need.Although this role is based primarily at Douglas Road, Newcastle, there may be times when you are expected to work flexibly across Provider Services, including different care settings, delivery approaches, and locations, as required.Main Responsibilities In this role you will:<ul><li>Provide a high-quality kitchen service, recognising and catering for individual needs and preferences</li><li>Devise nutritionally balanced, varied and attractively presented menus, catering for specific dietary needs</li><li>Embrace digital by using systems, equipment, and technology to improve kitchen efficiency.</li><li>Ensure regular cleaning of kitchen, dining, and storage areas in line with environmental health regulations, including COSHH and HACCP requirements and assisting with inspections.</li><li>Maintain accurate records, whilst regularly checking food stocks and ordering provisions, ensuring costs are within budget.</li><li>Communicate and interact effectively with individuals, carers, colleagues, and others creating positive relationships and being inclusive of all.</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate We are looking for people who are passionate about providing outstanding care quality for adults with learning disabilities. Our aspirations are to receive an ‘outstanding’ rating with the CQC, and we are looking for someone who shares our values, ambitions, and vision.What you will bring:<ul><li>Basic food hygiene certificate</li><li>Recognised catering qualification, or willingness to complete</li><li>Experience as a professional cook with a knowledge of kitchen management.</li><li>Ability and knowledge to plan a varied menu</li><li>Knowledge of health and safety procedures including being able to demonstrate an understanding of COSHH implications for materials/supplies</li><li>Ability to understand safe and correct food hygiene/handling procedures with a demonstrable knowledge of HACCP system</li><li>Ability to demonstrate an understanding of infection control principles (including hazard compliance)</li><li>Be enthusiastic about working with people with learning disabilities and autism</li><li>ICT skills to complete digital record keeping</li><li>Food/beverage preparation skills and enthusiasm for providing nutritious meals</li><li>Literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to plan menus, order supplies and monitor budgets.</li></ul>If you already hold a catering qualification, we would love to hear from you but don’t worry if not, we are happy to support you in gaining the skills and knowledge needed for this qualification.Please note that this role will require an enhanced DBS check and a pre-employment health assessment as part of the onboarding process.This role is&nbsp;regulated by CQC, and&nbsp;it is&nbsp;a requirement that we obtain FULL employment history, from leaving secondary school. Please note should you be invited to interview for this role, this information will be required.For an informal chat about the role, please contact Samuel Dickinson, Assistant Manager - Care Services at <a href="mailto:sam.dickinson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sam.dickinson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>.Interviews will be held: 6th February at Wilmot Drive Training Centre, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 9BD.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Cook

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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.The Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. &nbsp;We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.&nbsp;We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. &nbsp;We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, and family learning. &nbsp;In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.Our work-based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in the following subject areas:&nbsp;<ul><li>Nursery Workers</li><li>Teaching Assistants</li><li>Leadership/Management; and&nbsp;</li><li>Customer Care.&nbsp;</li></ul>We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop.&nbsp;Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry. &nbsp;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.

Our Values are:

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	<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>
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What is the job role? In this role, you will not only assess learner competence against awarding organisation standards but also play a vital part in identifying additional learning needs. You will use Cognassist and other diagnostic tools to review learner profiles, recommend reasonable adjustments, and ensure every learner has the support they need to succeed.Key responsibilities include: review and interpret Cognassist results and other assessment methods to identify potential learning difficulties or neurodiverse needs; develop tailored support plans and recommend reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act; maintain accurate records of assessments, learner progress, and support interventions; work collaboratively with tutors, support staff, and internal quality assurance teams to ensure high assessment standards and practice including contributing to continuous improvement in assessment strategies and learner support.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? Coventry City Council’s Adult Education Service is looking for a skilled and proactive Assessor to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to support adult learners in achieving their goals through fair, consistent, and inclusive assessment practices.You will &nbsp;have experience as an Assessor in vocational or adult education settings, and understand assessment principles and practices, including formative and summative assessment. You will be confident using digital tools for assessment and learner support (experience with Cognassist is highly desirable) to identify additional learning needs and implement reasonable adjustments. You will be able to communicate effectively and empathetically with learners from diverse backgrounds. Ideally you will hold &nbsp;a Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent.Join us to make a real difference in supporting learners to overcome barriers and achieve their goals. Be part of a passionate team committed to inclusive education alongside access to professional development opportunities and a competitive benefits package.Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note,&nbsp;an online search may form part of this recruitment process.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'.&nbsp;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 date(s): Friday 23rd January 2026 at Southfields Old School, Coventry (TBC)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&nbsp;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>

Assessor - Adult Education

We have an exciting new opportunity available for an experience HR manager to join our HR team as our new Assistant Head of Service (Business Partnering and Organisational Development). This is a maternity cover role for 12 months.Reporting to our Head of HR, you will manage a team of experienced and passionate HR Business Partners, Organisational Development, Equal Pay Programme and Trust 2026/2026 whilst partnering the Trust Directors.You will be a key member of the HR team and be responsible for the operational delivery of services which underpin effective management, progression of cases and change programmes through our HR policies and procedures. You will proactively seek new opportunities to build relationships and provide professional advice to stakeholders in a blended way, both face to face and digital. You will work in a fast-paced environment providing value-added strategic support to operations in line with the with the Workforce Strategy and overall business objectives.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Interview date: Wednesday 7th January 2026 via Microsoft Teams. About you<ul> <li>Excellent communication skills as you'll be speaking to a diverse range of stakeholders and customers.</li> <li>Experienced manager with proven Business Partnering and Employee Relations skills.</li> <li>Ability to build effective collaborative working relationships with a range of stakeholders and team members.</li> <li>Experience of partnering other large, complex, and fast paced organisations.</li> <li>Be an effective self-starter, demonstrating excellent organisational skills coupled with the ability to prioritise your work to meet deadlines; whilst remaining focused in this fast-paced environment. </li></ul>Our offer to you:We offer a vast range of brilliant incentives to our BCT employees. Come join us to receive (not limited to):<ul> <li>A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.</li> <li>Generous Pension Scheme</li> <li>Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use!</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns, to support the needs of the Trust and to ensure a positive work/life balance for our employees</li> <li>Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health &amp; Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support </li> <li>... and much more! </li></ul>If you’re a passionate, experienced childcare professional ready to help shape young lives while driving high standards of care, we’d love to hear from you! Onboarding Process:Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian including, Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements. Diversity and Inclusion:We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of the children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do. For informal enquires please contact Nicole Stone: <a href="mailto:Nicole.Stone@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Nicole.Stone@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Assistant Head of Service - Business Partnering & Organisational Development

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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.We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.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.

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? Brandon Wood Farm is a day opportunity for adults with a learning disability, autism and/or complex needs, located on the border of Coventry and Warwickshire. We support people that may not be able to access community activities due to their complex needs and behaviours. This is why the unique tranquil spacious setting gives us the opportunity to support people who are sensitive to sensory overload.Our garden areas allow service users to grow vegetables, fruit and plants. We also have a small number of farm animals that service users/staff care for. Additionally, we have some indoor groups that will require your imagination and planning skills.We are currently recruiting for a position offering 24, 29 and 30 hours per week spread across four weekdays, within the service hours of 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM.Please note that the service can be difficult to get to if you are not a car driver. Service is not on a bus route.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? You will need to be able to spend most of the day on your feet, enjoy working outdoors in all weathers, have a flexible, patient, and non-judgemental approach to your work, be able to use influencing skills, and able to demonstrate and adapt excellent communication skills.In further detail, your key duties and responsibilities will be to:&nbsp;<ul><li>Able to appropriately support individuals who may sometimes display behaviour that challenges the service.</li><li>Able to identify and respond to the changing needs of people who use services and communicate this or any areas of concern to the appropriate person.</li><li>Able to support individuals/groups to care for animals at Brandon Wood Farm</li><li>Always treat the person with dignity and respect, and involve them in the decision-making about their support.</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'.&nbsp;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: 19th of November&nbsp;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&nbsp;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>

Senior Support Assistant

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Although we’re already rated as ‘Good’ by OFSTED, we’re determined to uphold the highest standards and drive continual improvement and learning. That’s why we’ve recently gone through an exciting transformation, underpinned by a restorative practice model, which focuses on keeping families together through a community-based approach. If you’ve not worked in this way before, don’t worry – we’ll give you full training to bring you up to speed.Working with us means collaborating&nbsp;across our different teams, and sharing best practice, knowledge, and experience to continually improve the way we do things. Support is important, as we work in a big county with some diverse challenges – but together we can meet all kinds of needs and demands.We know you’ll want to continually develop in your role and potentially progress your career and that why we have created a great training and development opportunities ensuring your individual growth here at Staffordshire.This post is fixed term for 12 months.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities Our Family Practitioners are key workers for the children and families we support. In this role you’ll be:<ul><li>leading on early help assessments and plans</li><li>working together with social workers to support children in need, children on child protection plans and children in care</li><li>contributing to parenting assessments, supporting mediation, crisis prevention, conflict resolution and Life Story Work</li><li>supporting on the completion of accurate documentation, reports and records relating to work you do with children, young people and their families</li></ul>And through all this great work you do, you’ll be supporting children and families, with a restorative practice approach, helping them stay together where possible.The Ideal Candidate You’ll need to:<ul><li>Have an NVQ Level 3 related to working with children and families OR relevant experience working with children and families</li><li>Be flexible with working hours as there will be occasions where evening work may be needed, and we’d need you to work 1 in every 7 weekends</li><li>Have a current UK driving licence and vehicle</li></ul>But above all, you’ll bring the desire to work with children and families to give them the right support, at the right time with the aim of keeping families together where it’s safe to do so.For more information about this role, please contact Lynne Nelson, Family Practitioner Lead, on <a href="mailto:lynne.nelson@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">lynne.nelson@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:rehan.sadiq@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">rehan.sadiq@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Interviews will be held Thursday 15th January 2026.Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

Family Practitioner

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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? This position is part time 18.5 hours P/WWe are looking for experienced Social Workers to join our Help and Protection area teams permanently. We currently have opportunities available in the West area, Help and Protection area team.&nbsp;We’re on a journey to excellence for Coventry’s children, and we’re committed to ensure that children are at the heart of our decision-making and ensuring they receive good outcomesAs a Social Worker in Coventry, you will work with diverse communities and deliver experienced social work services to children, young people and families to assess their needs, provide support and safeguard their rights. You will collaborate with other professionals and agencies to deliver person-centred and holistic services.&nbsp;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? If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<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 date(s):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>

Social Worker

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The Planning and Performance Directorate is at the heart of the City Council, helping us drive performance and understand how we can best meet the diverse needs of our residents and deliver effective services.&nbsp;We are leading the use of data and technology to support the Council's work, exploring how improved data and technology can enhance our processes and make it easier for residents to access the support they need. The Performance and Insights Team champions a culture of better decisions using data, evidence and engagement across the city and the Council. The Performance and Insights team consists of over twenty analysts brought together from around the organisation with different backgrounds and skills to support services to deliver data-driven change.We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create an inclusive workplace culture, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.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.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’re on a mission to become a fully data‑driven council — and we want you to be part of it. As a Data Apprentice, you’ll help turn raw information into insights that genuinely shape the lives of Coventry residents.You’ll join a dynamic, curious and innovative team where no two days look the same. Expect to collaborate with analysts, technical specialists and community‑focused teams while building your skills from the ground up.You’ll learn how to:<ul><li>Work with colleagues and partners to understand what data they need</li><li>Team up with technical experts to create real solutions</li><li>Build dashboards and visuals that anyone can understand</li><li>Turn messy datasets into clear, meaningful stories</li><li>Support insight work that shapes services for new and existing communities</li></ul>This apprenticeship is hands‑on, purpose‑driven and perfect for anyone who wants to start a career in data while creating real impact.You will undertake the Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship standard. Further information for this apprenticeship can be found on: <a href="https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0118-v1-1" target="_blank">Data analyst / Skills England</a>This apprenticeship role is a fixed-term contract for 24 months in line with the length of the apprenticeship trainingAll candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? You’ll smash this role if you:<ul><li>Enjoy problem‑solving and exploring data from different angles</li><li>Can communicate clearly — whether that’s writing, presenting or breaking down complex info</li><li>&nbsp;Work well with others and can build positive relationships</li><li>Can stay focused and deliver in a fast‑moving environment</li></ul>Have a passionate and interest in data and ready to learn about PowerBI, Python, R or SQL&nbsp; &nbsp;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'.&nbsp;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.Closing date: 11 January 2026 Pre-interview&nbsp;and assessment date (via Microsoft Teams)*: 21 January 2026 Interview date(s) (Face-to-face): 30 January 2026 or 6 February 2026* The pre-interview is a short session to give the candidates further details of the apprenticeship role and to help them understand what to expect from and how to prepare for the final interview.&nbsp;Age at start of Apprenticeship 16-18: GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent e.g. Functional Skills Level 2.If not, you will be required to complete Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English as part of the apprenticeship.Age at start of Apprenticeship 19+: &nbsp;GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, e.g. Functional Skills Level 2.If not, you must achieve a minimum of Functional Skills Entry Level 3 as part of the assessment process.You will be given the option to undertake Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and/or English should you wish.&nbsp;Did you know that there is support available to help you with your application?If you would like support in completing your application or have any questions about our recruitment and selection processes, help is available at The Job Shop.We would recommend that all applicants take advantage of this service in order to maximise the chances of being shortlisted.Address: West Orchard Way, Coventry CV1 1FY Phone: 024 7678 5740 Email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">jobshop@coventry.gov.uk</a> Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop" target="_blank">http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop</a>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 &amp; benefits package which includes:<ul><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>An outstanding local government pension scheme</li><li>Great opportunities to develop with access to accredited courses.</li><li>Access to an award-winning Occupational Health Service</li><li>Salary Sacrifice Scheme</li></ul>

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Project Delivery Officer

Grade H: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum

Post Number: CH109

Permanent - 37 Hours per week

Benefits to you:
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<li>Essential Car User Allowance</li>
<li>26 days holiday rising to 31 days after 5 years of continuous service </li>
<li>Flexitime Scheme</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounted Leisure Centre Membership</li>
<li>Cycle Scheme</li>
<li>Free Car Parking</li>
</ul>

Join our team as a Project Delivery Officer!

It’s an exciting time to join the Assets Team at Cannock Chase District Council. We’re looking for a Project Delivery Officer to lead key housing projects, ensuring our homes are safe, comfortable, and well-maintained.
If you’re someone who takes ownership, solves problems, and wants to see the real impact of your work, this is a great opportunity to step up.
You will be part of a close-knit, professional team that’s passionate about delivering a first-class service for our residents. This is a new role, giving you the autonomy to help shape how we deliver our services. It’s not just a desk job—you’ll be out there making a real difference.
About Us:

Cannock Chase Council currently manages a housing portfolio of approximately 5,100 properties. We are proud to deliver both a new build programme and a planned investment programme of over £8m to repair and improve existing housing stock in order to provide a quality service and outcome for our residents.
Our relatively small stock skirts the edge of the fantastic National Landscape, Cannock Chase. We have recently secured funding to improve Cannock town centre which will compliment the West Midlands Designer Outlet Village situated a 5 minute drive away.
Cannock Chase Council are committed to the climate emergency and have ambitious plans to significantly reduce carbon emmisions and improve energy efficiency.
What you will be doing:

A typical day for you could include:
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<li>Delivering major housing projects—from external refurbishments to kitchen and bathroom upgrades, disabled adaptations, and retrofit schemes.</li>
<li>Keeping projects on track—managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards.</li>
<li>Liaising with contractors, legal teams, compliance officers, and internal departments to ensure efficient and compliant project delivery.</li>
<li>Carrying out site inspections—monitoring contractor performance and resolving any issues.</li>
<li>Engaging with customers—keeping them informed and ensuring minimal disruption during works.</li>
</ul>
You will play a key role in delivering safe, comfortable, affordable, and sustainable homes for our customers. You will be actively supported to network with other social housing providers and construction professionals.
About You:

We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, who is self-motivated with a “can do” attitude.
Essential requirements for this role include:
<ul>
<li>Experience managing projects in housing, construction, or a related field.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of working within an environment delivering planned maintenance and upgrade works.</li>
<li>A strong understanding of building compliance and safety (fire safety, gas, electrical, asbestos, damp &amp; mould, etc.).</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving skills – you’ll be making decisions and keeping projects moving.</li>
<li>Good communication and IT skills – you’ll be recording and reporting key project details.</li>
<li>A minimum of HNC Level or equivalent qualification in a Construction or Building related subject.</li>
<li>GCSE’s in Mathematics and English at Grade C or above or equivalent vocational or academic experience.</li>
</ul>
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES, RECRUITERS OR MARKETING AGENCIES.
For an informal discussion please contact Elliott Norwood, Assistant Manager (Assets) on 01543 464244.

To apply for this vacancy online please go to <a href="https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login" target="_blank">https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login</a>
Alternatively, please telephone 01543 462621 or write to HR Services, Cannock Chase Council, Civic Centre, Beecroft Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG or e-mail <a href="mailto:vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk</a> quoting post number CH109.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 11th January 2026.

Interviews will be held from Monday 19th January 2026.

THE COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

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Part-Time Parks &amp; Open Spaces Administration Officer

Grade D: £25,989 - £28,142 per annum (pro-rata)

Post Number: CL498

Permanent - 29 Hours per week

Benefits to you:
<ul>
<li>23 days holiday rising to 26 days after 5 years of continuous service (pro-rata)</li>
<li>Flexitime Scheme</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounted Leisure Centre Membership</li>
<li>Cycle Scheme</li>
<li>Free Car Parking</li>
</ul>

We are seeking a self motivated individual who will work as part of a team to assist in the day to day administrative duties to support the Parks and Open Spaces section which includes Cemeteries, Allotments, Countryside, Trees both Urban, Housing and TPO’s.
The successful candidiate will be qualified to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Business Adminisration along with IT skills in the use of Microsoft Office packages sufficient to input and retrieve data.
In addition, the sucessful appliacant must be able to demonstrate experience of working in an office environment and possess excellent customer care skills. You will have an excellent telephone manner when dealing with enquires from members of the public and Elected Members, along with excellent communication, analytical and written skills to enable you to deal with enquires efficiently.
The ability to work on your own initiative and in an organised manner, along with a flexible approach to working hours are all key requirements for this role.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sarah Hammond, Bereavement Services Manager on 01543 464475.

To apply online please go to&nbsp; <a href="https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login" target="_blank">https://cannock.engageats.co.uk/V2/Login</a>
Alternatively, please telephone 01543 462621 or write to HR Services, Cannock Chase Council, Civic Centre, Beecroft Road, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 1BG or e-mail <a href="mailto:vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@cannockchasedc.gov.uk</a> quoting post number CL498.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday 16th January 2026.

THE COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Part-Time Parks & Open Spaces Administration Officer

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Housing Options Officer (DHH108) 
Band F (SCP 12 – 19) - £28,598 - £32,061 per annum 37 hours per week, Permanent
A unique opportunity is available to join our award-winning Housing Options Team and provide advice and assistance to households experiencing homelessness.
We are looking for an individual who is determined to break down barriers in order to find creative and innovative solutions to complex issues, that will prevent vulnerable households from becoming homeless. You will have the opportunity to use homeless legislation, policy and procedure to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people.
Key responsibilities will include:
<ul>
<li>Assessing housing and support needs for applicants who are homeless or threatened with homelessness.</li>
<li>Working with a wide range of partner agencies to find solutions to address the support and housing needs of applicants.</li>
<li>Working with applicants and partners in order to agree personalised housing plans.</li>
<li>Making statutory decisions regarding homelessness in accordance with current legislation.</li>
<li>Taking proactive steps to reduce rough sleeping and prevent homelessness.</li>
<li>Managing our waiting list and nomination agreements with registered providers.</li>
</ul>
For further information and to apply, please visit our website at: <a href="https://www.staffordbc.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">https://www.staffordbc.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers</a>
Please note that a Basic DBS check will be required in the event of an individual being offered the position 
Closing Date for completed applications: Sunday 18th January 2026&nbsp; Interviews will be held in person: Monday 2nd February 2026

Housing Options Officer

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Income Officer
£16,298 - £18,181 (£32,597 - £36,363 pro rata)
Part Time – 18.5 hours a week
Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make&nbsp;it&nbsp;thrive.

About the role
Rugby Borough Council is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Income Officer to focus on income collection from within the Housing Services Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team where we want our tenants to succeed.
You’ll support and enhance the housing service that meets our purpose; to enable our tenants to succeed and sustain their tenancy.&nbsp; As part of the wider team you’ll focus on enabling our tenants to sustain their tenancies through both proactive and reactive rent collection.
This is a part time role, 18.5 hours a week. Working hours will be Wednesday 9am-12.30pm, Thursday 9am-5pm and Friday 9am-5pm.
About you
Ideally, you will possess a good working knowledge, experience and understanding around all aspects of income management and legislation that underpins it. A key aspect to this role is the collection and management of rent arrears and former tenant arrears and a good level of experience and understanding is fundamental.&nbsp;
The ideal candidate will take a flexible and holistic approach in ensuring we assist our customers in sustaining their tenancy.&nbsp;
Benefits

<ul>
<li>35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas) – Pro rata</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Hybrid working up to 60%&nbsp;</li>
<li>Flexi time scheme</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Subsidised parking</li>
<li>Structured Induction Program</li>
<li>Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes</li>
<li>Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals</li>
<li>Family Friendly Policies</li>
<li>Independent Support for your health &amp; wellbeing</li>
<li>Generous compassionate leave</li>
<li>Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more</li>
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Housing AssistantPermanent, 37 hours per week£26,824 - £31,022 per annum (depending on skills and experience)This is an exciting opportunity to join the Shared Housing Service working for both Wychavon and Malvern Hills District Council/s as a Housing Assistant, supporting the Strategic Housing Team. This role is a permanent role, 37 hours working from Monday through to Friday. The successful candidate will need to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment dealing with customer enquiries and liaising with external agencies.The ability to use all Microsoft packages would be advantageous.About youThe successful candidate will:<ul><li>Hold a GCSE in Maths and English at Grade C or above (or equivalent qualification)</li><li>Have a strong customer focus and be able to adapt their behaviour to communicate with the customer in a way that suits the customer’s needs</li><li>Be able to use Microsoft programmes, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Sharepoint</li><li>Assist either Housing Options, Private Sector Housing or the Strategic Housing Teams to undertake administrative duties</li><li>Maintain the computerised systems used by the Housing Service</li><li>Actively promote services available to the public/stakeholders and keep information up to date</li><li>Provide advice to members of the public in respect of all aspects of Housing. This could be via telephone, email, web forms, in person or home visits.</li><li>Support the Principal Housing Officers to effectively monitor service delivery and report performance on a quarterly basis.</li><li>Submit government returns for various aspects of the Housing Service on the Governments central portal – DELTA.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of reports.</li><li>Attend Council meetings and meetings with statutory/voluntary agencies as required.</li><li>Raise purchase orders when services are purchased, raise invoices when the Local Authority is charging for services, and processing invoices for payment.</li><li>Raise sundry debtor accounts and monitor payments, to ensure effective use of Council funds.</li><li>The ability to undertake site and home inspections. Full driving license and access to a car is required.</li></ul>What we can offerOur staff are at the heart of what we do and are key to ensuring we deliver our We are Wychavon District Council plan (attached) to make a positive difference to our communities, our economy and our environment. We are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we can find. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:<ul><li>Agile Working</li><li>Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Committed training programme and development opportunities</li><li>Onsite nursery with 20% staff discount</li><li>Discounted Gym and swim membership</li><li>Health and Wellbeing support and a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling services</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Employee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount scheme.</li></ul>To discuss the post or for further information, please contact Rachael Tooth, Principal Housing Officer on 07773 642 862 or email <a href="mailto:rachael.tooth@wychavon.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachael.tooth@wychavon.gov.uk</a>.Please note: Wychavon District Council does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.Closing date: Sunday 25 January 2026Interview date: Thursday 5 February 2026Please note if we experience a high intake of applications, we may close the role and interview for the position sooner than advertised.

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Civil Enforcement OfficerPermanent contract,37 Hours per week worked on a rota basis£28,598 - £31,022 per annumWychavon District Council operates a range of parking services in the Wychavon area, as well as providing services to other local district councils. We currently have a vacancy in the team for a Civil Enforcement Officer.Duties of a Civil Enforcement Officer:<ul><li>Issuing penalty charge notices to vehicles parked in contravention of the Traffic Regulation Orders for On-Street locations in the Wychavon district and in the Off-Street car parks.</li><li>Work is completed mainly on foot and will involve moving between sites.</li><li>Patrolling the local areas to maintain good traffic flow.</li><li>Undertake ticket machine checks and assist people in the community to use our facilities.</li><li>Make a difference to the way people can use and access parking spaces.</li><li>Work flexibly on a rota basis, covering a variety of shifts including weekend and bank holiday working.</li></ul>About youThe successful candidate will:<ul><li>Have a good standard of education with qualifications in English and Mathematics.</li><li>Be highly motivated with good interpersonal skills and be able to handle sensitive (and sometimes confrontational) situations confidently and calmly in a professional manner.</li><li>Have good communication skills and an ability to work on your own initiative.</li><li>Be able to travel and patrol around the district and outlying villages is essential, and you will need to have access to and use of a vehicle to carry out these patrols (business use insurance for your vehicle will be required).</li><li>Be working outside alone in all weathers and walking for long periods, (seven or more hours per day).</li><li>Need to be able to work on a rota basis and cover a variety of shifts including weekends.</li><li>Be able to undertake other duties as required and provide support to other local areas when needed.</li><li>Have experience in a similar role or in customer service, retail and hospitality.</li></ul>What we can offer Our staff are at the heart of what we do and are key to ensuring we deliver our We are Wychavon District Council plan (attached) to make a positive difference to our communities, our economy and our environment. We are always looking to recruit, develop and retain the very best talent we can find. So, as well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of attractive benefits, such as:<ul><li>Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement with options to purchase additional annual leave</li><li>Committed training programme and development opportunities</li><li>Onsite nursery with 20% staff discount</li><li>Discounted Gym and swim membership</li><li>Health and Wellbeing support and a Free Employee Assistance scheme including access to counselling services</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Employee Discounts with a range of companies including EE and the Kaarp discount scheme. </li></ul>Please note:Wychavon District Council does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.To discuss the post or for further information, please call Laura Taylor on 01386 565243Closing date: Sunday 25 January 2026Interview date: Friday 6 February 2026Please note if we experience a high intake of applications, we may close the role and interview for the position sooner than advertised.

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Are you looking for an exciting development opportunity in the Council in the Flood Risk Management Team?You will have the opportunity to work across a wide range of disciplines including, Highways, Planning, Environmental and Emergency Planning disciplines and with various external partners.Our Flood Risk Service has a proven track record and is nationally recognised for its work and excellent achievement of delivering priorities including the provision of a flood risk management service to a number of neighbouring Lead Local Flood Authorities.We are a Lead Local Flood Authority and provide a number of flood-related functions including providing statutory responses to planning applications, undertaking flood investigations, land drainage consents and scheme/project delivery. We act as the lead and co-ordinating body to reduce flood risk to residents and businesses within Staffordshire.&nbsp;This role is largely about undertaking the role of Flood Risk Planning Officer - under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010Working from our Lichfield Highways, Trent Valley Road Lichfield, WS13 6EUMain Responsibilities Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Planning Advice: Acting as a statutory consultee, providing formal technical advice on planning applications to ensure developments are safe from flood risk.</li><li>Strategy &amp; Policy: Developing and delivering local flood risk management strategies and Surface Water Management Plans.</li><li>Flood Investigations: Investigating significant flood incidents and outlining solutions with other authorities.</li><li>Technical Advice: Offering expert guidance on drainage, flood risk, and nature-based solutions to internal teams (e.g., Highways) and external partners.</li><li>Acting on behalf of the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) by preparing formal written responses, attending committee meetings, and engaging with developers, landowners, and members of the public</li><li>Development advice: Experience in assessing sites in regards to flood risk and potential sustainable drainage options.&nbsp;</li><li>Pre-Application advice: Delivering pre-application development advice to developers, Landowners&nbsp;</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate You will have experience of the day to day delivery of flood risk services and working with other partner organisations and highway services to promote joined up and efficient flood risk management, together with:<ul><li>Knowledge and understanding of the administrative, statutory and legal procedures relating to highway, planning, land drainage and flood risk management</li><li>Experience and use of drainage and flood risk mapping&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent knowledge of policies &amp; design standards in relation to flood risk management and drainage systems.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience working with Local Authorities, Environment Agency, Water Companies; handling public queries; engaging with general public, landowners, Council members.</li><li>Knowledge and experience reviewing planning applications and commenting</li><li>Knowledge concerning The National Standards for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)</li><li>Knowledge of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)</li><li>Knowledge of the Planning Practice Guidance (PPG)</li><li>Knowledge of industry Software &amp; Best Practice: e.g.Drainage Design Packages</li></ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working”&nbsp;Interviews will be held during the week commencing 26th January 2026.Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Andrew Brett, Principal Flood Risk Engineer (Acting Flood Risk Manager) at: <a href="mailto:andrew.brett@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrew.brett@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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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.The Employment &amp; Skills Service is part of Coventry City Council.&nbsp; We work with a range of delivery partners to provide a wide portfolio of&nbsp;top quality&nbsp;support to Coventry residents&nbsp;of all ages who are looking for work.&nbsp;&nbsp;We work with partners across the city and our Employer Hub actively works with local employers to generate opportunities for local people.&nbsp;Our friendly and welcoming Job Shop is situated in Coventry City Centre.&nbsp;We are here to support all Coventry residents to search for employment, training, apprenticeships and work placements.&nbsp;&nbsp;People can explore a wide range of local vacancies that are updated daily and access training opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;We also provide&nbsp;ground-breaking&nbsp;specialist support for&nbsp;local residents&nbsp;who face multiple and sometimes complex barriers that make it hard for them to find a job.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Job Shop and our exciting range of specialist employment support programmes are among the very best support available in the UK&nbsp;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:

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	<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? This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing service and make a difference to the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).‘Changing Futures Together’ is part of the Job Shop’s employment service and has been developed to make a difference to the lives of young people with barriers, helping them to develop their employment skills and progress into meaningful, sustainable and good quality employment. We work in partnership with the Council’s SEND team to ensure our customers have better choice and control, good quality support and the opportunity to progress through a range of employment pathways. We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism/neurodiverse, physical disabilities and people who face major barriers when it comes to gaining employment.&nbsp;As our Employment Link Officer, you will be responsible for leading on Supported Internships and employer engagement, creating an extensive network of employers in order to develop a wide range of employment related opportunities. This includes workplace visits, work experience placements, supported internship placements, inclusive apprenticeships and paid employment opportunities.&nbsp;You will work as an integrated member of the team alongside our Supported Employment Manager and Study Programme Manager. You will work closely with our existing employer partners, schools, colleges and a wide range of other partners to ensure that the opportunities you develop match the needs of the individuals we support. &nbsp;You will line manage Job Coaches who have their own caseloads to ensure that the young people we support have secure transitions when they leave us. You will ensure that our employers receive outstanding support and that any issues are addressed promptly and effectively.You will play a key role in ensuring that we provide high quality person-centred support and that the service operates in line with the Supported Employment Model.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). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? You will be committed to Equality and Inclusion and fundamentally believe that everyone has the right to be part of and contribute to the economy. You will believe that given the right opportunity and support, everyone can make a positive contribution and have a meaningful and fulfilling life.You will be outgoing with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire others. You will be able to develop and sustain strong relationships and utilise these to influence and negotiate opportunities.You will have experience of supported employment, understanding the needs of employers and the business case for employing a diverse workforce and be able to utilise this knowledge to develop a broad range of opportunities.You will thrive on new challenges and be self-motivated with a can-do approach, able to work effectively on your own and as part of a&nbsp;team as well as travel independently to a variety of locations.You will have excellent communications and IT skills and be able to effectively communicate with a wide range of people both verbally and in writing.&nbsp;For further information or to discuss the role during the Christmas period, please contact Giles Holmes: <a href="mailto:Giles.Holmes@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Giles.Holmes@coventry.gov.uk</a>Please be aware that the service will be closed between Christmas and the new year, after which date you can contact Hannah Rogers for more information:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;07534 280 586.&nbsp;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'.&nbsp;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 date(s): Thursday 15th January at The Job Shop. The interview will consist of a face-to-face panel interview and a presentation.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&nbsp;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>

Employment Link Officer - SEND

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Coventry’s Rough Sleeping Team has grown significantly over recent years and now supports people experiencing homelessness at every stage of their housing journey. We help individuals move indoors and work with them to prevent further homelessness once they have secured accommodation. Our team supports people with a wide range of needs, often involving complex and challenging circumstances.We recognise that for some individuals, returning to rough sleeping can be a recurring experience. We are committed to breaking this cycle by providing more effective and sustainable supported accommodation.As part of our expanding team of Outreach and Accommodation Workers, the new Senior Accommodation Worker (RSOT) will be responsible for managing a new 15‑room Supported Accommodation house and leading a team of four Support Workers.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.

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? The Senior Accommodation Worker (RSOT) will lead the day‑to‑day operation of a new 15‑room Supported Accommodation house, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centred support for individuals transitioning away from rough sleeping. The post holder will manage and support a team of four Support Workers, providing guidance, supervision, and direction to ensure consistent and effective practice.The role involves working closely with residents to stabilise their accommodation, develop independent living skills, and access the services they need to sustain long‑term housing. You will also support the development of improved pathways into accommodation, strengthen partnership working with internal and external agencies, and ensure accurate monitoring of outcomes and progress. This is a frontline leadership role requiring strong organisational skills, sound professional judgement, and a commitment to improving outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.&nbsp;The role sits within a wider supportive team, providing street outreach and accommodation support All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? We are seeking a motivated and resilient individual with experience of working with rough sleepers or people with multiple and complex needs. You will bring a calm, professional approach and the ability to build constructive relationships with individuals who may have experienced trauma, instability, or repeated homelessness.The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, the ability to support and guide a small team, and confidence in managing challenging situations. You will be an effective communicator, able to work collaboratively with a wide range of partners, and capable of developing creative solutions to help individuals move towards sustained accommodation. 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'.&nbsp;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 date(s): 30/01/2026&nbsp;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>

Senior Rough Sleeping Outreach 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.We are a dynamic Financial Management Team responsible for providing a diverse range of functions to drive the Council to fulfil its transformational journey We deliver the full range of financial management and accounting services to facilitate effective delivery of services to support the people of Coventry and deliver projects which are redefining the infrastructure of the city.Working flexibly with internal officers and external partners we aim to ensure finance is at the heart of everything that the Council does.The organisation has a high expectation of our service, and we will continue to support and develop our staff to have the skills to deliver a quality service.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.

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? Are you passionate about public service? Coventry is forward thinking and a community focused City, and we are looking for an experienced finance professional with the technical skills and enthusiasm to take a lead role in our Finance team.As a Lead Accountant you will:<ul><li>Act as a primary financial business link with service leads and provide strategic financial support and advice to enable effective financial planning and management. &nbsp;You will collaborate with project teams and the wider Council to explore challenges and identify opportunities, create initiatives that will financially benefit the Council and become a proactive and supportive financial advisor.&nbsp;</li><li>Support the strategic vision of the One Coventry Plan, through reviewing new proposals and undertaking formal investment appraisals to assess the financial viability of future projects and initiatives.</li><li>Contribute to the financial management and provision of advice to large projects from both a capital and revenue perspective to support the city’s transformational ambitions.</li><li>In addition, you will provide expert financial guidance for several strategic initiatives and programme boards.</li></ul>All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? We are looking for a&nbsp;fully qualified Chartered Accountant (CCAB or CIMA) with experience of working in a challenging financial environment who can:&nbsp;<ul><li>Work strategically with various stakeholders including directors, service managers, auditors, and external partners to build, maintain and promote effective working relationships.</li><li>Work effectively under pressure including meeting unpredictable deadlines and dealing with conflicting demands.</li><li>Develop and interpret complex financial models to inform financial analysis and subsequently present a compelling rationale for the recommended options in the form of reports and presentations.&nbsp;</li><li>Promote value for money and efficiency throughout all areas of the Council’s operation and to look for commercial opportunities and innovation both in the operation of the finance function and in the activities of relevant service areas / projects.</li></ul>We value and respect the diversity of our team and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. Currently within our middle-management team, people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented and as a result we would like to encourage people from minority ethnic backgrounds to apply for this post.&nbsp;We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or who are neuro diverse.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'.&nbsp;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 date(s): 3rd-4th February 2026About 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>

Lead Accountant

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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 excited to be recruiting to our Reunification Children and Families Worker role within our Child in Care Service.The post holder will be responsible for contributing to and working with parents where we are undertaking a reunification assessment or considering undertaking a reunification assessment. This will involve direct parenting work and assessment. This post will also include direct work with children, including wishes and feelings work and life story work.&nbsp;This role will require the post holder to have conversations about parenting capacity, safety, their child’s needs and to discuss factors such as drug and alcohol use, experiences of domestic abuse and many other sensitive issues. The post holder will be required to present with compassion, empathy and understanding.The post holder will be required to have relevant experiences within this area of work, demonstrating knowledge, skills and abilities aligned with the job specification.We are very proud of our relational approach to working with children and families and believe that every child should be enabled to reach their full potential. If you share these values, then we would encourage you to apply.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). &nbsp;Who are we looking for? You will believe in providing a high-quality service that ensures that the child is at the heart of everything we do. You will need to have a positive attitude and the ability to work in a solution focussed way with families. You will be a good team player who is passionate about identifying appropriate interventions for children and families.Previous applicants need not apply for this role.&nbsp;Interviews will be held on 28th January 2026 only.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'.&nbsp;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 date(s): 28th January 2026 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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