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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service.Are you passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team? We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to work as a valued member of our dedicated kitchen team.You will be supporting the kitchen supervisor in all areas of the service at Deer Park Primary School. This may involve working at a production unit or at a servery unit. Possible tasks include food preparation, cooking, portion control, allergen compliance and preparing the dining room for service.Our Catering Assistants are our point of contact with our hungry customers. Whilst serving meals to our customers all team members help ensure that food hygiene and health &amp; safety regulations are followed. We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate will be required upon appointment.Provisional Interview Date: 12th February 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CST1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.





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Derbyshire County Council

Catering Assistant (Deer Park Primary School)

Assistant Residential Children’s Worker Waking NightsWelcome to Gatekeeper’s Lodge, it is a unique home for one young person aged 8–18. It’s a place where kindness, care, and curiosity make every day and night feel safe and positive. Our approach is based on learning through life, building trust, and creating calm, nurturing routines. At night, children need reassurance and safety. Your role is to make sure they feel secure, cared for, and supported, even when the world feels quiet.Your role as an Assistant Residential childcare worker is to be a calm, caring presence during the night, offering comfort and support when needed. Respond to any worries or emergencies with confidence and compassion. Prepare for the following day helping set the child up for success in school or community activities.Get school bags ready, prepare lunches, and ensure the home feels organised and welcoming for the morning, supporting the day shift by resetting the home and making sure everything is ready for a positive start. You won't be alone you will work alongside a sleep-in staff member for guidance and support throughout the night.We at Gatekeepers value kindness, patience, and respect for each other and the child. A willingness to learn and grow, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Team spirit, you’re part of a small, supportive team where every voice matters.You’ll receive a comprehensive training package, including the opportunity to gain your Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. We’ll help you build confidence in safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and therapeutic approaches like PACE.Picture this you arrive and settle in for the evening after a chat with the day team, making sure the home feels calm and safe. You check on the child, offering reassurance and a friendly chat if they’re awake. You prepare for the next day, school bag packed, lunch ready, and the home tidy for a fresh start.If the child wakes up worried or needs support, you’re there to listen and comfort them ensuring they feel safe you record any important notes for the day team and make sure everything is ready for the morning. Your presence helps the child feel secure and cared for, and ensures the home is ready for a day of learning and community life.Why Join Gatekeepers? Be part of a new, innovative service that puts relationships first. Work in a peaceful setting where your role truly makes a difference. Enjoy excellent training and career development opportunities. Help create a safe, positive environment for a child who needs stability and care.Derbyshire is also a great place to live and work. It's only a short drive to Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Manchester but is also home to miles of beautiful countryside and has the Peak District National Park on its doorstep. The county enjoys house prices below the UK average and has great road and rail links.In addition to location, there are several perks to being a Derbyshire County Council employee:<ul><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li><li>travel expenses</li><li>discount on leisure centre memberships</li><li>free car parking at most sites</li><li>an in-house counselling services</li><li>occupational health service</li><li>access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li><li>cycle to work scheme</li></ul>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.





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Assistant Residential Childrens Worker (Gatekeepers Lodge) (3 Posts)

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Officer to join our Adult Social Care, Safeguarding, and Quality Assurance Team. This pivotal role is responsible for monitoring and elevating the standard of service delivery across the borough. Using a proactive, risk-based approach and the Safety Helix framework, the postholder will conduct provider visits to ensure that the local marketplace maintains high-quality provision and remains compliant with regulatory standards.The successful candidate will act as a champion for best practice, working directly with providers to drive service improvements through forums and collaborative engagement. You will be responsible for identifying non-compliance and implementing necessary corrective actions to resolve poor practice. Close collaboration with the Safeguarding Team is essential, including participation in case conferences and addressing complex issues within delivery organisations.Beyond provider oversight, you will serve as a vital link between the Council and the community. This involves supporting Adult Services consultation exercises and facilitating meaningful engagement with service users and carers to ensure their voices inform service development. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults. Please note that this role may occasionally require a flexible approach to working hours to meet the requirements of the service. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Significant experience of service user and carer engagement and consultation</li><li>Experience in monitoring services to specified quality criteria</li><li>Dealing with difficult providers in a non compliance situation</li><li>Working with providers to improve quality of service</li><li>Working with Safeguarding on extreme cases</li><li>Report writing and risk management experiance as well as contractual knowledge</li><li>GCSE or equivalent Qualification</li><li>Evidence of further education</li></ul>This post will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=27261&amp;hashed=-1582755767" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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Harrow Council

Quality Assurance Officer

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a Senior Contract and Monitoring Officer to support the delivery of commissioning priorities within Adult Social Care. Reporting to the Head of Service, the postholder will work collaboratively with key stakeholders to develop commissioning strategies aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of the local population through essential support and preventative services.A core focus of this role is the regular contract monitoring and performance review of providers across Learning Disability, Mental Health, Younger Adult, and Children’s services. You will support Strategic Commissioners by ensuring high levels of service delivery and strict contract compliance. This involves a proactive approach to market shaping and market management, ensuring that the local marketplace remains robust and responsive to the needs of vulnerable residents. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to the development of commissioning strategies and the ongoing assessment of service effectiveness. You will be responsible for building strong, effective relationships with operational staff, partner agencies, and service users to ensure commissioned services are fit for purpose. Where monitoring activities identify areas for improvement, you will be expected to follow these up comprehensively to ensure high standards are maintained.This role requires a professional with a keen eye for detail and the ability to foster partnership working. It offers a unique opportunity to influence the quality of care and support across a diverse range of specialist services in the borough. About You The successful candidate will possess:<ul><li>A strong educational background or clear evidence of relevant further training and professional development.</li><li>A high level of technical competence across the specific areas detailed in the job description.</li><li>Proven experience working within Social Care, specifically in Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, Younger Adults, and Children’s services or related fields.</li><li>Extensive experience in multi-agency collaboration and engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in monitoring service providers and managing provider relationships.</li><li>Excellent communication and partnership-working skills to foster effective professional networks.</li><li>The ability to interpret complex service needs alongside detailed financial data.</li><li>Practical experience working with various procurement processes and frameworks.</li></ul>This post will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=27262&amp;hashed=-506202358" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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Senior Contract and Monitoring Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £36,363 - £39,152 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;Luton Council is seeking a committed and knowledgeable Licensing Compliance Officer to join our Regulatory Services team. This is a challenging and rewarding role, ensuring licensed premises, vehicles, and operators across the Borough comply with licensing legislation and conditions, helping to protect public safety and maintain high standards.About the RoleAs a Licensing Compliance Officer, you will undertake compliance inspections, investigations, and enforcement activity across a wide range of licensed activities. You will work within a legislative framework, gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses and licence holders, preparing case files, and presenting cases at formal legal hearings where required.You will engage directly with members of the public, commercial organisations, partner agencies, and internal teams, representing the Council professionally and assertively while maintaining fairness and impartiality.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You will have:<ul><li>Knowledge of local authority functions and experience working within a licensing or regulatory environment</li><li>Demonstrable experience dealing with the public and commercial organisations</li><li>Experience of working in a legislative environment, including presenting cases at formal legal hearings</li><li>Sound, up-to-date knowledge of licensing legislation and its practical application to ensure effective compliance</li><li>Demonstrable knowledge of the Licensing Act 2003 and Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing</li></ul>You will also demonstrate:<ul><li>Strong investigative, interviewing, and negotiation skills, with knowledge of relevant legal frameworks including CPIA 1996, RIPA 2000, and PACE Codes E and F</li><li>Awareness of licensing enforcement procedures and some knowledge of court and enforcement processes</li><li>The ability to communicate assertively, tactfully, and professionally with a wide range of people, both in person and by telephone</li><li>Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage conflicting and time-critical workloads</li></ul>Technical &amp; Administrative SkillsYou will be able to:<ul><li>Produce factual, highly accurate, and complex documentation, including reports, work procedures, letters, and licence applications</li><li>Maintain accurate manual and computer-based records</li><li>Use a range of IT systems and databases, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet-based systems</li><li>Undertake investigative and project work within agreed deadlines and performance targets</li></ul>Professional Judgement &amp; EqualityYou will:<ul><li>Work independently with limited supervision, recognising when to seek guidance and support</li><li>Make impartial, ethical, and proportionate decisions, assessing and mitigating risk effectively</li><li>Demonstrate an understanding of the effects of discrimination on services and service users</li><li>Apply equality and fairness principles consistently in enforcement and service delivery</li></ul>Additional Requirements<ul><li>Advanced Professional Certificate in Investigating Practice or demonstrable equivalent experience</li><li>Training relevant to licensing inspections and a commitment to ongoing professional development</li><li>Ability to undertake inspections and site visits across the Borough</li><li>Access to a vehicle for work purposes with relevant business insurance</li><li>A current and valid driving licence and the ability to travel around the Borough as required</li></ul>Why Join Luton Council?Luton Council is committed to delivering fair, proportionate, and effective regulatory services that support our diverse communities and local businesses. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a real difference to public safety and compliance across the Borough.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1679093&amp;ptId=12194" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1679095&amp;ptId=12194" target="_blank">download: Licensing Compliance Officer JD&amp;PS.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Licensing Compliance Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £69,563 - £77,056 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you ready to lead digital transformation at the heart of a bold, community-focused local authority? Luton Council is hiring a Head of Innovation Delivery and Data to drive excellence, champion cutting-edge technologies, and shape the future of inclusive public services. Step up to a strategic role where your vision, leadership and data expertise will make a lasting impact on the lives of Luton’s diverse communities.About the JobLead the Future of Luton.As Head of Innovation Delivery and Data, you’ll shape the council’s technology strategy, champion innovation, and deliver data-driven, inclusive services that make a real difference for Luton’s communities.You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams, harness the power of Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and AI, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.If you thrive on modernising services, building organisational capability, and turning strategic vision into operational excellence, we want to hear from you!Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>Are you a strategic digital leader with a passion for innovation and service transformation?We want someone who can set direction, inspire teams, and deliver measurable improvements across digital, data, and technology.You’ll have a proven track record in leading large-scale digital change, championing inclusive, user-centred design, and building strong relationships with stakeholders at every level.We need an innovator, someone who can do things very differently by changing how we think about meeting the needs of the community of Luton.You’ll need a proven track record of delivering large scale programmes and projects.Your expertise in adopting technologies like Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and AI will help us modernise services and unlock new capabilities.The role will in be responsible for turning data into insight, driving organisational culture change, and making a real impact for diverse communities.Why Luton Council?At Luton Council, we are committed to delivering excellent services that meet the needs of our diverse community. We believe our people are our greatest asset and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.In return, we offer:<ul><li>A competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li></ul>A chance to make a real difference in the communityApply NowIf you’re ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a forward-thinking local authority, we’d love to hear from you. You can reach out to our Project Lead, Joanne Cumper, to learn more, email her on <a href="mailto:joanne.cumper@luton.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanne.cumper@luton.gov.uk</a> and set up a call.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious <a href="https://www.luton2040.co.uk/" target="_blank">Luton 2040 Vision</a> – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. It’s an awesome time to join. We have more than £5bn of investment underway across multiple developments, as part of<a href="https://invest.stepforwardluton.co.uk/" target="_blank">Step Forward Luton.</a> This is Luton’s moment, be part of it.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.<h2>Application Process</h2>Please apply via the Luton Website providing an updated CV and Supporting Statement.Closing date for applications is 25 January 25Interviews will be held 3 February 26On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! <h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1681507&amp;ptId=12195" target="_blank">download: PREF105830 M8 202509 Head of Innovation Delivery and Data.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1681508&amp;ptId=12195" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Head of Innovation Delivery and Data

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £60,379 - £63,721 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37&nbsp; Contract type: PermanentReady to shape the future of digital governance at Luton Council?Join us as our Deputy Data Protection Officer &amp; Compliance Improvement Manager—a pivotal role driving our Digital 2040 Agenda. If you’re passionate about embedding a culture of accountability, leading strategic transformation, and ensuring robust data protection across all services, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in a forward-thinking organisation.About the JobStep into a pivotal leadership role at Luton Council.We are looking for a moderniser for our data protection, Freedom of Information and Subject Access Request practiceAs our Deputy Data Protection Officer &amp; Compliance Improvement Manager, you’ll be at the heart of driving our Digital 2040 vision—ensuring council-wide compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, shaping policy, and embedding a culture of robust information governance.You’ll lead on data protection performance, respond to subject access requests and data breaches, advise on reporting to the ICO, and deliver expert training across the organisation.This is your opportunity to influence strategic transformation, guide cross-departmental initiatives, and represent Luton Council in regional and national forums—making a real impact on service delivery, risk management, and our community’s digital future.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We’re seeking a proactive, influential leader with a passion for data protection and organisational improvement.You’ll have a proven track record in:<ul><li>Ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, with the ability to interpret legislation and turn compliance risks into actionable guidance.</li><li>Monitoring and reporting on data protection performance, using dashboards and analytics to drive service improvement.</li><li>Leading responses to Subject Access Requests (SARs), Freedom of Information (FOI), Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), and data breaches.</li><li>Drafting and updating data protection policies and procedures, and delivering engaging training on information governance.</li><li>Driving cross-departmental collaboration and representing organisations in external forums.</li><li>Supporting organisational change and audit readiness.</li><li>Strong team leadership and team management skills are essential to driving our efficiency agenda</li></ul>You’ll bring:<ul><li>Clear written and verbal communication skills for reports, policies, and training.</li><li>Strong judgement and independence, able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.</li><li>Integrity and confidentiality under pressure.</li><li>A deep understanding of UK GDPR, DPA 2018, FOI, EIR, and ICO procedures.</li><li>A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject, plus a practitioner-level professional qualification.</li><li>Demonstrable knowledge of equality issues and legislation.</li></ul>Experience in the public sector or local government, supporting audits and inspections, and evidence of continuous professional development are highly desirable.If you’re ready to lead, influence, and make a real impact on Luton’s digital future, we want to hear from you.Why Luton Council?&nbsp;At Luton Council, we are committed to delivering excellent services that meet the needs of our diverse community. We believe our people are our greatest asset and we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.In return, we offer:<ul><li>A competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>A chance to make a real difference in the community</li></ul>Apply NowIf you’re ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a forward-thinking local authority, we’d love to hear from you. You can reach out to our Project Lead, Joanne Cumper, to learn more, email her on <a href="mailto:joanne.cumper@luton.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanne.cumper@luton.gov.uk</a> and set up a call.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Application ProcessPlease apply via the Luton Website providing an updated CV and Supporting Statement.Closing date for applications is 1 February 26Interviews will be held 11 February 26 On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2><a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank"></a>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1681501&amp;ptId=12198" target="_blank">download: PREF 105854 148865 Luton Council Deputy DPO and Compliance Improvement Manager (1).docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1681502&amp;ptId=12198" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Deputy Data Protection Officer & Compliance Improvement Manager

<h4>The role</h4>We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Debt Recovery Officer to join our Property Business Team. This is a key role in ensuring the effective recovery of commercial rent, service charges, and insurance premiums across the Council’s commercial and operational portfolio. You will work within a statutory framework, ensuring compliance with legislation such as the Landlord and Tenant Act, Local Government Finance Act, and GDPR.You will act as the main point of contact for debt recovery matters, liaising with internal teams, external agencies, and professional bodies to safeguard the Council’s interests. This role requires a strong understanding of property management and debt recovery processes, as well as the ability to deliver services that are innovative, customer-focused, and aligned with best practice.What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Manage a large revenue portfolio and monitor accounts using Council systems.</li><li>Take appropriate recovery action, including recommending legal or bailiff action where necessary.</li><li>Prepare cases for court and issue statutory notices.</li><li>Administer instalment agreements and respond to rent-related enquiries.</li><li>Produce reports and maintain accurate records in line with audit requirements.</li><li>Liaise with internal departments, external contractors, and legal representatives.</li><li>Contribute to policy development and continuous improvement within Southwark Property.</li></ul>What you’ll bring to the role:<ul><li>Knowledge of Landlord and Tenant legislation and property management.</li><li>Experience in commercial rent and service charge recovery, debt recovery processes, and litigation.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work independently.</li><li>Proficiency in using a wide range of IT systems.</li><li>You will also demonstrate a commitment to Equal Opportunities, Valuing Diversity, and Health &amp; Safety policies.</li></ul><h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian, and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.<h4>Additional details</h4>This is a full-time role (36 hours per week) offered on a hybrid basis, with at least 50% of working time based in the office.Salary range £35,373 - £41,637 per annum.Employee benefits:You’ll join a motivated, driven, and supportive team that values each of its members and strives for excellence. You’ll also be part of a successful, high-achieving development team making a real difference to the lives of residents across the borough. In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive: <ul><li>A competitive base salary (pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li><li>Season ticket and cycle loans</li><li>Annual Leave starting at 27 days per year, increasing to 35 (with length of service) (pro rata for part time staff)</li><li>Wellbeing programme</li><li>HSF Health plan and eye care scheme</li><li>EAP employee assistance programme, confidential counselling and support</li><li>Social clubs and staff groups</li></ul>Disability Confident (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><h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Closing date: 16th January 2026 at 23:59**We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.Interview date: 28th or 29th January 2026#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2688140&amp;ptId=110639" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Debt Recovery Officer

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.Our Team:Complex Care Widnes works with adults aged 18 and over. The needs of people with lived experience are diverse and may cover learning disabilities, physical and sensory disabilities (including neurological conditions and acquired brain Injuries) and older people. The team is made of a Principal Manager, Practice Manager, Advanced Practitioners, Social Workers and Community Care WorkersThe focus across the teams’ processes is to apply strengths-based approaches in the course of assessment/reassessment of needs. An emphasis is placed on signposting and use of informal networks ahead of commissioning care packages.You must be a qualified Social Worker who is registered to practice with Social Work England, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development. In Halton, the post will provide you with the opportunity to develop and enhance your skills in Social Work. And be part of the development of partnership working with health colleagues to enhance the experience of adults who use adult social care services.You must have knowledge of Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, Court work, completing Risk Assessments as well as experience of working closely with a range of services, stakeholders and professionals. Our post a carries an essential car user role, and you will need to hold a current full driving license and have access to a vehicle.Hours: 35 per weekOur Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development</li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact: Kym Lawson – Principal Manger of Complex Care Widnes on 0151 511 8423Interviews will take place on 30/01/2026At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application! 





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Social Worker - Complex Care Widnes

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.Our Team Come and join the Mental Health Social Work/AMHP Team- Runcorn/Widnes and Older Person’s CMHT in Halton. We are a small local authority which does not take long to travel across the borough. Halton is close to motorway networks including the M6, M62, M56 etc. We have a base in Vine Street resource centre- Widnes and The Brooker Centre- Runcorn- this offers flexibility to the team. Halton Borough Council also provide a generous essential car user allowance and a flexible working week. You can receive up to 34 days annual leave per annum (Plus bank holidays) and access to HBC’s lease Car, Bike Schemes, and free parking throughout your places of work. Bridge fees will also be paid in line with council business. Please note you must be a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional to apply for this roleHours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:The Mental Health social work team works with adults, who meet the criteria in line with the Care Act and require support in relation to their mental health. We work closely with our Mental Health Trust colleagues to provide a responsive, holistic and recovery focussed response to adults with complex mental health needs.We are a well-established and stable team with supportive management. The managers in the team are experienced AMHP’s who will offer support and guidance. Our team has a mixture of experienced practitioners all willing to support new members to the team. We are a friendly and welcoming team. We are looking for qualified Approved Mental Health Professionals. HBC 9, Spinal Points 32-35- £42,839-£46,142 Approved Mental Health Professional (Pay award pending). Social, Workers will also receive in addition to their salary a £4,000 Market Supplement (pro rata) PLUS AMHP’s will also attract an additional £2000 per annum market supplement. PLUS Essential Car User allowance. You must be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, and a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional in order to perform the statutory duties of an AMHP for Halton Borough Council. As an Approved Mental Health Professional we also offer an additional £2,000 per year allowance and Essential Car user. The day time AMHP service includes the working hours between 9am- 5pm Monday- Friday. Relevant training is also provided to ensure professional development, access to support/advice, regular AMHP supervision with the AMHP Lead and monthly AMHP forums- where there will be cake! Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Essential car user allowance </li><li>Market supplement of up to £6k per annum</li></ul>Next Steps:For an informal discussion about this post, please contact (Steve Westhead/Maria Stracey) <a href="mailto:steve.westhead@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">steve.westhead@halton.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Maria.stracey@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Maria.stracey@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be held in February 2026. As we have multiple posts to fill recruitment for these posts will be ongoing so please complete your application as soon as possible and if successful one of the team will be in touch to arrange an interview.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>





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Social Worker- Approved Mental Health Professional  

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:We are seeking to recruit a Principal Manager to lead our Care Homes and Reablement Division.The postholder will provide strategic and operational leadership to a well-established team of six Registered Managers across our nursing and residential care homes, bed-based reablement service, and community-based reablement service.The team is experienced, stable, and works collaboratively to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support.The Principal Manager will report directly to the Head of Service and will play a key role in driving quality, performance, and continuous improvement across the division.Your Contributions:Your role will be to spend time in services supporting managers to ensure they have systems and processes in place to evidence that the services are compliant with all regulatory activities.You will lead the team and provide effective leadership and support.You will produced reports with managers detailing key activity in relation to falls, safeguarding, pressure trauma, admissions and discharges. You will be supported to work collaboratively with managers and colleagues from our policy and practice team to produce/ update policies and procedures. We will support managers with complexed complaints and staffing concerns.You will work collaboratively with colleagues across adult social care to ensure the best outcomes for the people who use ours services, their families and our staff.The service has an ambitious budget recovery plan, so you will need to support managers to meet agreed actions contained in these. With this in mind you will have budget management and recovery experience. Hours: 37 hours per week working Monday - Friday Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:• A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service• Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions• 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme• Investment in your personal development • Free Car Parking at HBC sites • Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme. Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact: Karen Graham, Head of service on 0151 511 7439 or by email: <a href="mailto:karen.graham@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.graham@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place on 10th February at DCBL Stadium, lower house lane Widnes WA8 7DZ7At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Principle Manager

As a qualified social worker are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of vulnerable adults with social care needs and have a strong review background? If so, we would love you to join us in Medway Adult Social Care. Where is Medway? Medway is a vibrant thriving location with excellent schools and plenty of historic attractions e.g.: Historic Dockyard, Rochester Castle and Cathedral. Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, only 30 miles from London, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London. It provides excellent opportunities for affordable home ownership. Adult Social Care is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community, so it is an exciting time to join us. We have recently introduced a competency progression framework linked to salary. The post We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers (must have completed ASYE and registered with Social Work England) who are highly motivated to work within long term and early help. We are looking for people who are committed to delivering a high-quality service and who enjoy the challenge of reviewing packages of care to ensure best value and positive outcomes. The service is delivered using a strengths-based (Conversations Model), person centred approach. We have implemented an innovative locality-based service giving the opportunity to establish close links with local communities and partners. Your practice will have a strong emphasis on quality and achieving the best possible outcomes for people. We promote individual aspirations, enhance independence and wellbeing and maximise autonomy by supporting people to live their lives in the way that they choose. Working at Medway Council means that you will be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. Making you feel valued We offer excellent support including CPD learning opportunities and regular reflective supervision. Individual learning needs will be identified to develop specialist knowledge. We have a hybrid working model with a balance of remote working and office based.In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Social Worker - Long Term Care and Support

As the Senior Social Worker, you will be required to contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Adult Social Care service in an efficient manner. You will ensure the service is delivered using a strengths based, personalised approach and lead on agreed areas of quality assurance and audit activity – ensuring that multiple and complex sources of information (e.g. complaints, safeguarding adult reviews, audits etc.) are gathered, analysed, and used to direct quality improvement activity. You will be responsible for the professional supervision and oversee a team of social care staff ensuring improvement activity with the service is driven by but not limited to training, coaching and mentoring, peer support workshops. You will provide oversight, professional advice and guidance to the team whilst maintaining your own complex case load. You will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users. You will work within organisational policy and legislative requirements including The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act. You will research and develop practice guidance, training materials and best practice toolkits in line with local and national policy and ensure that these are understood and adopted operationally. You will be required to develop good practice guidance and tools within a specialist area of the service ensuring learning is shared across all professionals to improve practice and achieve better outcome for our service users. You will represent the local authority in a range of key meetings, panels and groups, ensuring follow up on agreed actions and work closely with colleagues within the council and external partners ensuring that person centred outcomes are met in ways which utilise available resources as effectively as possible.In return we will offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.Our organisation:Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.Important Information-Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileEqual Opportunities Commitment StatementMedway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878





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Senior Social Worker - Long Term Care and Support

As the Senior Social Worker, you will be required to contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Adult Social Care service in an efficient manner. You will ensure the service is delivered using a strengths based, personalised approach and lead on agreed areas of quality assurance and audit activity – ensuring that multiple and complex sources of information (e.g. complaints, safeguarding adult reviews, audits etc.) are gathered, analysed, and used to direct quality improvement activity. You will be responsible for the professional supervision and oversee a team of social care staff ensuring improvement activity with the service is driven by but not limited to training, coaching and mentoring, peer support workshops. You will provide oversight, professional advice and guidance to the team whilst maintaining your own complex case load. You will be required to work autonomously within the role, demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations managing higher levels of risk in a way that ensures the safeguarding and welfare of service users. You will work within organisational policy and legislative requirements including The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act. You will research and develop practice guidance, training materials and best practice toolkits in line with local and national policy and ensure that these are understood and adopted operationally. You will be required to develop good practice guidance and tools within a specialist area of the service ensuring learning is shared across all professionals to improve practice and achieve better outcome for our service users. You will represent the local authority in a range of key meetings, panels and groups, ensuring follow up on agreed actions and work closely with colleagues within the council and external partners ensuring that person centred outcomes are met in ways which utilise available resources as effectively as possible.<h4>In return we will offer you: </h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li></ul>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.<h4>Our organisation:</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878





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Senior Social Worker - Part Time

We are currently recruiting Social Workers to join our Children's Social Work Team. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.Recent promotions, following our investment in new Assistant Team Managers across the service, mean we are now looking for passionate social workers who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer along with management capacity across our teams, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you have recently completed your ASYE or have worked in children’s social work for some years we would love you to join us on our ongoing journey. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Experienced Social Workers (with 2+ years post qualifying experience) will be offered a package of up to £51,329 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £3,000 per annum retention payment).Social Workers with less than 2 years’ service will be offered a package of up to £46,956 per annum (inclusive of market premia + £2,000 per annum retention payment).Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4><ul><li>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE.</li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li><li>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.</li><li>Additional Information</li><li>For an informal discussion, please don't hesitate to contact one of the recruiting managers below. Alternatively, please email the recruitment team on <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>. </li><li>Suzanne Mehmet, Head of Service (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 334470</li><li>Sharon Ward, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 331214</li><li>Susan Akinyele, Service Manager (Children's Social Work Teams) - 01634 333704</li><li>To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the top of this advert.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</li><li>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</li><li>For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a></li></ul>Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a> If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4>Important Information</h4> Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Social Worker - Childrens Social Work Team

What will you be doing?Please note that shortlisting decisions will be based on the whole application, including the ‘How yo meet the requirements of the role’ section. Within this section, please demonstrate how you meet the criteria within the person specification attached to the Job Description and why you would like to work with UAS children. Kent County Council’s Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking (UAS) Children’s Service provides accommodation and support to newly arrived UAS children in Kent. The Service is developing as a centre of excellence nationally and we are seeking passionate individuals to join our service.This is an exciting opportunity to join the Service’s Reception Centre team. The Reception and Safe Care Services are Kent County Council owned, Ofsted regulated, children’s homes and supported accommodation, collectively termed Reception Centres. The Reception Centres, and the services they provide to children, are run by a diverse team of managers and workers, who are all committed to ensuring children are protected and supported to take the first steps in their journey to a more permanent home elsewhere in the UK.This role is for Peacock House. Peacock House is based outside of the town of Lydd and is a children’s home for UAS children aged under 16-years-old, with a capacity of up to 14 children. Peacock House’s rural location offers views of green fields and a peaceful atmosphere. Peacock House is already forming links with local services and organisations in the community for young people to access a variety of activities.This Reception Centre is subject to Ofsted regulations for Children’s Homes 2015.We are seeking experienced Residential setting managers who can support the day-to-day running of the children’s home ensuring that all UAS children begin their resettlement journey with the support they need. Children’s Home Managers need to be able to role model good practice and organise staff to support all UAS children during their stay from practical objectives and learning, through to emotional support. We are looking for Children’s Home Managers who have worked with UAS children previously and who have the energy and drive to strive for the best. If you are passionate about UAS children, enthusiastic and can lead by example, please apply.This post will be required to work across a rolling shift pattern, with weekly alternating shifts, and regular cover over weekends. The rota pattern is 4 shifts on, followed by 2 rest days – each block of 4 shifts will alternate between 8:00 am – 4:30 pm and 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm.Applicants must be 21 years of age or above, to meet Ofsted regulations.KCC’s employment offer for this role includes:<ul><li>Full induction</li><li>Training and development opportunities </li><li>Basic salary of between £34,421 and £38,304</li><li>Equivalent annual leave allowance of 30 days</li><li>Excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>Opportunities to develop in your career </li><li>The opportunity to expand and develop your knowledge and skills of working with children seeking asylum</li></ul>Please Read:This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service.This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.About youIf you have queries regarding this role, please contact the Team on <a href="mailto:uascsrecruitment@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">uascsrecruitment@kent.gov.uk</a>About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Kent County Council

Children's Home Manager - Peacock House

What will you be doing?Please note that shortlisting decisions will be based on the whole application, including the ‘Reason for Application’ section. Within this section, please demonstrate how you meet the criteria within the person specification attached to the Job Description and why you would like to work with UAS children. This role does not meet the Home Office eligibility criteria for sponsorship.Kent County Council’s Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking (UAS) Children’s Service provides accommodation and support to newly arrived UAS children in Kent. The Service is developing as a centre of excellence nationally and we are seeking passionate individuals to join our service.This is an exciting opportunity to join the Service’s Reception Centre team. The Reception and Safe Care Services are Kent County Council owned, Ofsted regulated, children’s homes and supported accommodation, collectively termed Reception Centres. The Reception Centres, and the services they provide to children, are run by a diverse team of managers and workers, who are all committed to ensuring children are protected and supported to take the first steps in their journey to a more permanent home elsewhere in the UK.This role is for Peacock House. Peacock House is based outside of the town of Lydd and is a children’s home for UAS children aged under 16-years-old, with a capacity of up to 14 children. Peacock House’s rural location offers views of green fields and a peaceful atmosphere. Peacock House is already forming links with local services and organisations in the community for young people to access a variety of activities.This Reception Centre is subject to Ofsted regulations for Children’s Homes 2015.We are seeking Residential Support Workers who have experience of working alongside UAS children and who thrive on direct work and providing support in a residential setting. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and influence the resettlement of children in the UK who have suffered trauma and change. This role involves managing routines, setting goals for young people, timekeeping and facilitating a learning culture in the centre. This role is important for UAS children during their early stages in the UK.If you are enthusiastic about with working with children, understand the UAS children’s journey and want to help achieve the best outcomes for them – please apply.This post will be required to work across a rolling shift pattern, with weekly alternating shifts, and regular cover over weekends. The rota pattern is 4 shifts on, followed by 2 rest days – each block of 4 shifts will alternate between 8:00 am – 4:30 pm and 1:30 pm – 10:00 pm.Applicants must be 21 years of age or above, to meet Ofsted regulations.KCC’s employment offer for this role includes:<ul><li>Full induction</li><li>Training and development opportunities </li><li>Basic salary of between £27,852 and £29,716</li><li>Equivalent annual leave allowance of 28 to 30 days</li><li>Excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>Opportunities to develop in your career </li><li>The opportunity to expand and develop your knowledge and skills of working with children seeking asylum</li></ul>Please Read:<ul><li>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service.</li><li>This role does not meet the Home Office eligibility criteria for sponsorship.</li><li>This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.</li><li>This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.</li></ul> About youIf you have queries regarding this role, please contact the Team on <a href="mailto:uascsrecruitment@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">uascsrecruitment@kent.gov.uk</a>About usWork that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply. 





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Residential Support Worker - Peacock House

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>This pivotal role supports the monthly Education payments cycle, ensuring smooth panel operations, accurate documentation, and timely payments.&nbsp;You’ll be central to maintaining financial compliance and supporting education providers with funding queries and processes.<h2>Additional information</h2>Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting education funding processes? We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Co-Ordinator &amp; Administrator to join our Education Payments Team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. <ul><li>Strong administrative and financial skills</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively and handle sensitive queries</li><li>Experience with financial systems and Microsoft Office tools</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement</li></ul><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Finance Co-ordinator and Administrator

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'Excellence Everyday''Learn, Live, Laugh and Love Ashurst'Ashurst Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Learning Assistant Level 2 + SEN to join our friendly and committed team, with a passion for supporting children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will work under the guidance of the SEMH Teacher and SENCO in building positive relationships with the children; with the aim of steering them back into mainstream school when they are ready. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.We are looking for somebody who has the ability to:<ul><li>work with children with SEMH needs and the resultant behavioural difficulties including self-regulation needs, in order to help them overcome the difficulties they are experiencing in their education.</li><li>raise standards of SEMH learners using a range of teaching strategies, in line with the school’s policies and procedures.</li><li>work under the guidance of the SEMH Teacher and SENCO in the planning and implementation of programmes of support for primary aged children with their SEMH concerns as part of a 1:1role.</li><li>Establish the ethos of the SEMH Provision and support the SEMH Teacher to ensure high standards and consistency.</li><li>communicate effectively with staff and parents/carers regarding the learning needs of pupils who have SEMH concerns.</li></ul>The role will involve working as part of a team and delivering individualised learning on 1:1 basis. Equally, the focus of the lessons will be to help the pupil to manage behaviour difficulties, social-emotional difficulties and in doing so develop self-regulation skills, social and emotional skills and to facilitate the child’s academic and personal development. The successful candidate will have experience of working with and effectively supporting a pupil on a 1:1 basis whose behaviour can be challenging and be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of effective positive behaviour management.This post is linked to school funding where additional support is required and will cease in line with this or if the child leaves the setting. Working at Ashurst Primary SchoolJoining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.Our staff enjoy:<ul><li>A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared</li><li>The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence</li><li>Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development</li><li>The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students</li><li>A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect</li></ul>At Ashurst Primary School, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. Ashurst Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.Closing Date: Thursday 22nd January 2026 Shortlisting will take place on Friday 23rd January 2026For more information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:ashurst@sthelens.org.uk" target="_blank">ashurst@sthelens.org.uk</a>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

St Helens Metropolitan Council

Learning Assistant Level 2 + SEN

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Kind. Ambitious. Respectful.This is a fantastic opportunity to join our dedicated school team. Governors are looking to appoint an organised, detail orientated, calm and professional Administrative Assistant to work in our busy office. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.The role will involve being front facing, engaging with families and staff; managing communications; organising diaries and events and handling lots of varied information. The individual should be competent at following through tasks to completion and finding time-saving strategies to support continual improvement. They should be able to prioritise and manage to work within an environment with numerous demands on time and attention. The candidate must have excellent communication skills and take a proactive approach to facilitating the smooth running of the school office. Excellent IT skills are vital and experience working in a similar field would be beneficial. Please state on your application if you have worked with MIS such as Bromcom or any FIS systems. At certain times of the year there may be an opportunity to work additional hours and we would welcome someone who is enthusiastic to embrace this opportunity and work as part of our team.We are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues</li><li>Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all</li><li>Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom</li><li>Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life</li></ul>Working at Garswood Primary SchoolJoining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.The core aims of our school is to be kind, be ambitious and be respectful and the successful candidate should embody these at all times. At Garswood Primary and Nursery School, we believe that every child deserves a happy, nurturing start to their learning journey. We are more than just a school we are a family. A place where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to be their very best.Our staff enjoy:<ul><li>A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared</li><li>The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence</li><li>Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development</li><li>The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students</li><li>A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect</li></ul>At Garswood Primary School, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. Garswood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.10 hours per week, term time only - Tuesday (1.00pm 4.00pm) and Friday (8.30am 4.00pm) Closing Date 19th January 2026.For more information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:garswood@sthelens.org.uk" target="_blank">garswood@sthelens.org.uk</a> Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

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Inspire. Educate. Empower. The Governors of this warm, friendly and hardworking school are seeking to appoint a Cleaner to work in our school, starting as soon as possible. Experience working as a cleaner would be advantageous.We are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Builds strong relationships with colleagues</li><li>Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all</li><li>Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life</li></ul>Working at Haydock English MartyrsJoining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.We are dedicated to providing a safe environment where our pupils can learn, and succeed. We strive to ‘light the flame for life-long learning.’Our staff enjoy:<ul><li>A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared</li><li>The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence</li><li>Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development</li><li>The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students</li><li>A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect</li></ul>At Haydock English Martyrs, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. Haydock English Martyrs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.10 hours per week. Monday to Friday 2 hours per day (3.15pm 5.15pm)Closing date is Friday 23rd January 2026.For more information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:englishmartyrs@sthelens.org.uk" target="_blank">englishmartyrs@sthelens.org.uk</a> Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

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Kind. Ambitious. Respectful.Garswood Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Learning Assistant Level 2 to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.Are you someone who brings energy, commitment, and a genuine passion for helping children thrive? Do you believe that every child deserves the very bestand that staff should model the same high standards they expect from pupils? If so, we’d love to hear from you.At Garswood Primary our ethos of to ‘Be Kind, Be Ambitious Be Respectful’ shapes everything we do. We are a school that is caring, nurturing and inclusive - setting the bar high for both children and adults. We expect our team to work hard, think proactively, and always strive for excellence. In return, we offer a supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.You will work closely with teachers to support learning across the curriculum, provide targeted interventions, and help create a calm, purposeful learning environment. This role requires someone who is adaptable, confident, and ready to take initiative. The post will be within KS2 however, it would be desirable if the candidate holds a full and relevant Early Years qualification and is also willing to be flexible and work in different classes as required. We are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Support pupils with a range of needs, ensuring every child feels valued and included</li><li>Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort, and engagement</li><li>Communicate clearly and professionally with staff, pupils, and families</li><li>Work as part of a team that is committed, reflective, and always striving to improve</li><li>Bring positivity, resilience, and a strong work ethic to school life</li></ul>Working at Garswood Primary SchoolJoining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.At Garswood Primary and Nursery School, we believe that every child deserves a happy, nurturing start to their learning journey. We are more than just a school we are a family. A place where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to be their very best.Our staff enjoy:<ul><li>Opportunities for continuous professional development and growth</li><li>A dedicated, forward-thinking staff team</li><li>A school culture built on trust, respect, and shared ambition</li><li>The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day</li></ul>At Garswood Primary School, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. Garswood Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.30 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days: 8.45am 12.15pm (permanent), 12.45 3.15pm (temporary subject to continued funding) This post could be suitable for one individual or two people - please state clearly if you are interested in both or one of these roles. For more information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:garswood@sthelens.org.uk" target="_blank">garswood@sthelens.org.uk</a> Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

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We are looking for an experienced, improvement-focused manager to lead our Complaints &amp; Members Enquiries team. This is a key middle-management role with corporate reach helping to ensure complaints and Member Enquiries are handled consistently, lawfully, and with a strong focus on resolution, learning and service improvement. 
 
About the role 
 
You’ll lead a small team delivering high-quality corporate complaints and Member Enquiries work across the organisation (including coordinated complaints, statutory complaints and Ombudsman complaints). You’ll also work proactively with services to reduce avoidable complaints and escalation by improving customer experience and fixing root causes. 
 
This is a high-profile role with regular engagement with senior officers and elected members requiring strong judgement, confidence with data and performance reporting, and an ability to influence at pace. 
 
What you’ll be doing 
 
You will: 
 
 - Lead and motivate the team to deliver performance targets for Member Enquiries (MEQs) and complaints across corporate and departmental areas. 
 - Oversee corporate delivery for co-ordinated complaints, statutory complaints and Ombudsman complaints, including managing the Council’s relationship with the Local Government &amp; Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO). 
 - Act as case management system product owner, working with services and Digital colleagues to improve automation, insight and system performance. 
 - Drive continuous improvement: redesign processes, strengthen governance, tackle non-compliance, and embed learning and action planning with services. 
 - Lead on analysis and reporting—spotting themes, causes and opportunities for improvement, and presenting insight to senior leadership and political forums (e.g. DMTs, briefings and boards). 
 - Horizon scan for best practice and legislative / policy change in the complaints and Ombudsman landscape, translating learning into practical operational improvements. 
 
What we’re looking for 
 
You’ll bring: 
 
 - Strong people leadership—able to coach, motivate and set clear expectations and performance standards. 
 - Extensive experience of complaint handling in a public sector (or similarly complex) environment, including statutory and Ombudsman complaints. 
 - Proven service improvement and change management capability with evidence of tangible results. 
 - Confidence using data and insight to drive improvement, produce clear reports, and present to senior stakeholders. 
 - Excellent stakeholder management skills, including an understanding of local government decision-making and the different roles of members and officers. 
 - Budget and resource management capability, with an eye on value, prioritisation and outcomes. 
 - A customer-focused, resolution-based mindset—and the ability to communicate clearly and courteously with residents in spoken English. 
 
Desirable: experience of digitally transforming access to services, particularly for customers who may need additional support or adjustments. 
 
Contact Details - 
 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Lucy Nasby on 02081323001 for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team. 
 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andrea Walkerdine at <a href="mailto:andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk</a> or on 020 8132 1022. 
 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

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A career in local government can be very rewarding, offering a variety of roles and opportunities for personal and professional development.
Wyre Council offers this development through many of its career paths.
To apply for one of our vacancies, click on ‘apply online’ to begin your application



Gardener
Grade 3/4 £25,185 - £26,403
Location: Copse Road Depot, Fleetwood
Hours: 41.5 hours per week (summer, 26 weeks) / 32.5 hours per week (winter, 26 weeks)
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
At Wyre, we take pride in the maintenance and presentation of our parks, open spaces, and cemeteries. To support this work, we are looking to recruit a Gardener who will help maintain our landscaped areas to the high standards our communities expect.
This is a hands-on role working as part of a dedicated team responsible for the day‑to‑day upkeep of the borough’s green spaces. You will assist the Area Team Leader in delivering a high‑quality service across parks, open spaces, and cemeteries, ensuring these areas remain safe, attractive, and welcoming for residents and visitors.
What You’ll Do
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<li>Provide a uniformed, professional presence while undertaking duties.</li>
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What We’re Looking For
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<li>Understanding of good customer care practices.</li>
<li>Full UK driving licence.</li>
<li>Physically able to undertake the duties of the role.</li>
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<li>NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or significant relevant experience.</li>
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<li>Understanding of fine turf and sports pitch maintenance.</li>
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What you’ll get in return:
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To apply online and for more information about this vacancy, please visit our website <a href="http://www.wyre.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.wyre.gov.uk</a>.
We will be holding a recruitment drop-in session at the Wyre Council Copse Road Depot on 13 January from 9.00am for anyone that wants to come along and discuss the position or needs help with their application. No appointment necessary, simply turn up on the day from 9.00am
Closing date: 25 January 2026

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About UsHigh Trees is an Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' home, offering care in a 3 to 4 bed setting and welcoming children aged 7 to 18 at the time of referral. Our home is small and inviting, and we look after the individual needs of children with severe and complex learning disabilities and their families.Our dedicated and skilled staff team are keen to ensure that children who stay with us, whether full time or for short breaks, feel at home and feel safe, have many opportunities for both fun and learning and reach their full potential in a range of creative ways.We are ideally located in a lovely area, with a large, open garden with a patio area and are very much a part of the community. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5OiZtmeKpo" target="_blank">Watch our video here about working in Residential Childcare from our High Tree's Registered Manager!</a>About the RoleSalary: £29,159 - £30,584 per annum (includes weekend working allowance and Crawley Weighting Allowance) plus excellent pension, annual leave and additional benefits) Working Pattern: Full time 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: Crawley Shifts and Rotas: for day work, you will be required to work on a shift rota between 07:00 - 22:00, including every other weekend and approximately one sleep-in duty per week currently with enhanced pay. This can be discussed with candidates in more detail at interview.Children's Residential Recruitment and Retention Payment scheme - £1500 during your first 18 months while you remain in the County Council's permanent employment during this time to support our new employees in this vital role! The scheme consists of two payments: £500 after successful completion of 6 months employment (including successful completion of probation where relevant) and £1,000 after 18 months.As a Residential Childcare Worker at High Trees, you will provide a nurturing, positive and safe environment for our children and young people to support their individual needs. Each day you will support a child's individual plan such as their morning routine, school attendance, developing independence skills and facilitating mealtimes along with family time. This deeply rewarding role, while at times challenging, lets you experience the joy of seeing young people celebrate their achievements. If you are passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you - apply below!Please note applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience. Experience and SkillsSome of the key skills and experience required for the role are:<ul><li>Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent. If you do not have this, the service will support you to complete this qualification; you must achieve this within two years of appointment as it is a statutory requirement of this post.</li><li>Sound communication and interpersonal skills to a range of children and families.</li><li>Ability to promote and encourage a multi-agency approach to support the child.</li><li>Ability to use initiative to resolve problems within given parameters.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work.</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team around a child.</li><li>Good standard of English and literacy e.g. ability to write reports around individuals and significant incidents.</li></ul>Please be advised you are required to bring certificates for English and any Childcare qualifications you hold.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential and are rewarded for the work you do.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:<ul><li>an excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a></li><li>generous holiday entitlement of 27 to 28 days, depending on job title and length of service</li><li>access to a wide selection of retail discounts and savings such as groceries, shopping, travel and more through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform.</li><li>a range of commuting and business travel discount and initiatives</li><li>maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave</li><li>health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>financial wellbeing support including access to educational tools and webinars, loans or debt consolidation options and savings scheme</li><li>training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring</li></ul>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05820 .To apply, upload your CV and complete our short application form, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and an occupational health check. A full employment history will be requested and covered for this role.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

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