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This is an exciting opportunity to join Uttlesford District Council at a pivotal time. As Programme Manager, you will lead one or more programmes within our Corporate Programme, driving strategic change and delivering outcomes that make a real difference to our residents and communities.You will build compelling business cases, establish programme governance, manage risks and issues, and embed project and programme management practice across the organisation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will influence and shape critical programmes that support the Council’s transformation journey.Working closely with the Head of Transformation &amp; Projects, you will take a leadership role within the team and manage up to three officers within the project management and business analysis disciplines.





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Uttlesford District Council (Essex)

Programme Manager

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 Registered Manager for Oakmeadow Community Support Centre. In this role, you will lead and support the service team to deliver high-quality care and support. You will be one of six Registered Managers within the division and will work as part of a supportive and collaborative management team.Hours: 37 per week Monday – Friday. (you will also be part of an out of hours managers rota for which an additional payment is made (approx. 1 week in 6).Your Contributions:Oakmeadow provides support to adults who require a period of rehabilitation to enable them to return home. The service also supports individuals on a short-term, transitional basis.As the Registered Manager, you will be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and will be responsible for ensuring the service is safe, effective, and fully compliant with all regulatory requirements.You will have overall responsibility for managing the staff team, including recruitment, supervision, support, development, and performance management. You will provide strong leadership, fostering a positive culture and high standards of care.You will develop effective partnerships with people who use the service and their families or loved ones, ensuring their views and experiences influence how the service operates. You will have robust processes in place to ensure the service is truly person-centred and responsive to individual needs.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 • Flexible working arrangements • 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 in February TBC.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Registered Manager - Oakmeadow

Social Worker – ICART Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of children?Are you looking for somewhere that allows you to truly shape the life chances of children and young people?Join a team where we’re always looking ahead — a place that’s deeply committed to continuous learning, growth, and career progression.Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority area encompassing Widnes and Runcorn, with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The ICART team is the first point of contact for the public and professionals who have concerns about a child. ICART is a multi-agency team made up of social workers, early help family workers, education, health and police. ICART triages information gathered to determine next steps, this will include identifying immediate risk and ensuring consent has been gained from the parents / carers when professionals refer or dispense with if necessary when a safeguarding matter arises.Hours: 37Your Contributions:As an ICART Social Worker you will undertake screening checks with parents / carers / child / young person, police, health, education and other partner agencies to enable the manager to make a decision about next steps.This role is based in our office in Widnes with some travel across the Borough.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></ul>We have a strong vision for social work practice in Halton and we are currently embedding a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We’re on a journey for excellence and we’ve made it our mission to ensure that children and young people get the best service from us, so they are able to thrive and achieve.We are committed to supporting our Social Workers and Managers to achieve their aspirations too. Working with us, you will have real opportunities to progress your career through training and development as an advanced practitioner, or future leader.We have a stable and experienced Senior Leadership Team, who lead from the front. The Head of Service, Service Manager and Team Manager are well established staff members in Halton, who are supportive and nurturing.You will receive bespoke support from the Social Work Academy who are integral in supporting this team in our improvement journey, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues in this service area.The Market Supplement applicable to the advertised role is as follows: For salaries of HBC 7 and HBC8 - £2,710 per annumMarket Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.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 Catherine Cosgrove on 0151 5117490.Interview dates are TBC.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Social Worker - ICART 

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 currently have an opportunity for an Assistant Facility Manager to join our team at Halton Leisure Centre. This role will support the Facility Manager to ensure a safe and friendly service is provided to all customers. This includes staff supervision, health and safety, customer care and security. More specific responsibilities include:<ul><li>Ensure pool user safety through vigilant supervision, administering first aid, pool rescues, and resuscitation as needed.</li><li>Follow Health and Safety procedures, conduct pool water and equipment safety tests, and perform cleaning duties.</li><li>Oversee user activities to prevent injury, misuse, or damage, and maintain a professional, friendly customer approach.</li><li>Set up and dismantle equipment for activities, ensuring facilities and equipment are cleaned, maintained, and reported for repairs.</li><li>Support the Facility Manager with operations, including stock receipt, plant maintenance, staff monitoring, and emergency plan activation.</li></ul>Hours:Hours of work will consist of any 5 of 7 days to meet the business needs. The rolling 3 weekly rota will include the shift patterns below:Morning: 05:45am – 14:15pm Afternoon: 14:00pm – 22:15pm Saturday/Sunday: 07:30am – 16:45pm Your Contributions:For this role, it is essential that you have the following qualification - National Pool Lifeguard Qualification. It is desirable that you also hold a Pool Plant Operators Certificate.In addition you will have:<ul><li>Worked as a lifeguard in a public leisure facility.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety policies, including Risk Assessments, NOPs, EAPs, COSHH, Pool Plant, and operational procedures.</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of excellent customer care practices.</li><li>Familiar with leisure centre rules, regulations, and bylaws.</li></ul>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>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul> 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 Chris Jones – <a href="mailto:chris.jones@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.jones@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place on W/C 9th February 2026. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Assistant Facility Manager

We are seeking a Psychotherapists or Counsellor to join the HealthyWay Plus team. You will be required to contribute and deliver an evidence-based weight management programme to improve health and wellbeing in Medway by supporting the achievement of local and national strategies relating to Public Health. Due to the nature of the role, it is important that the post holder remains open to new ideas and perspectives that align to Public Health KPIs and key messages. The post holder must have a minimum of one year’s experience in psychotherapeutic work in a weight management setting ideally including groups. They should stay up to date with developments in psychological and group therapy for obesity treatment. The successful candidate is required to abide by the Ethical Framework for Good Practise in Counselling and Psychotherapy (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) or equivalent in addition to having own professional indemnity insurance.Additionally, the role will include administrative support relating to the courses the post holder runs. This includes collecting accurate data and sending emails to client, health care professionals and wider Public Health teamsThis post is a casual position, and hours will be available as and when required.The successful post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Katherine Williams on <a href="mailto:katherine.williams@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">katherine.williams@medway.gov.uk</a> 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. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. 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. We are seeking a Senior Public Health Practitioner to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. 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. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please 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.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Senior Public Health Practitioner 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join us in the Medway Council Children and Young People with Disabilities team (CYPD). CYPD Occupational Therapist’s work with children and young people 0 – 18 years old and their families throughout the challenges of living with disability, offering guidance, advice on equipment and home adaptation, helping them to build skills, resilience and networks to support their journey to adulthood.The team are close, enthusiastic and support each other in daily work. We will offer you an in-depth, structured induction, regular high-quality supervision, on-going support and career development through annual appraisals.CPD and professional development is important to us and will offer you opportunities for group learning, peer support and regular team meetings, also internal and external training. We understand the need for a good work/life balance and flexibility. If you are committed to providing a safe child-focused service working in partnership with multiple agencies and stakeholders, then we would welcome your application.<h4>About you</h4>You will be a qualified Occupational Therapist (MSc OT /BSc OT / Dip COT) with current HCPC registration.The CYPD OT’s role requires an experienced practitioner who can work independently with good time management skills, resilience and comprehensive knowledge of the legislative frameworks. We work closely with many internal and external agencies such as Housing/housing providers, the Disabled Adaptation Service and NHS and community services and so excellent communication skills are required. Working to support children and their families alongside Social Workers and Family Workers, you will elicit the voice of the child, promoting their active participation indecision-making. You will need to be competent in complex moving and handling assessment and equipment recommendations. <h4>Skills and experience required</h4><ul><li>Qualified Occupational Therapist HCPC registered.</li><li>Competent in moving and handling assessment and equipment recommendation.</li><li>Experience in the assessment and provision of equipment and home adaptation for children diagnosed with a physical disability and/or neurodivergence.</li><li>Experience of Disabled Facilities Grants and writing recommendations for major home adaptations.</li><li>Clear understanding of current legislation regarding safeguarding of children.</li><li>Knowledge of GDPR legislation to ensure clear understanding of confidentiality and the need for data protection.</li><li>IT literate.</li><li>Good communication, empathy, numeracy, and administrative skills.</li><li>Hold a current full UK driving licence, and have access to your own vehicle for work.</li></ul><h4>Our Offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><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). </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></ul><h4>Important information</h4>If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this role then please contact: Alison Golding, Interim Team Manager via <a href="mailto:alison.golding@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">alison.golding@medway.gov.uk</a>.Please include in your personal statement the reasons for your application, how your skills and experience align with the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the Job Description, and what unique qualities and contributions you can bring to this role and our team.Applications close on 9th December 2025, and all interviews will be held in person. The date and time for the interview will be conveyed to shortlisted candidates at a later date.<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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Job DescriptionDiscover your next opportunity at Lewisham – where what you do continues to make a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We’re proud of our rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and of being recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary for championing the rights of refugees and migrants.Looking to shape the future of IT architecture and cyber security in Lewisham?Are you passionate about leading strategic IT transformation and safeguarding digital services for a diverse community? The IT &amp; Digital Services team at the London Borough of Lewisham is seeking a visionary Head of IT Architecture &amp; Security to drive our enterprise architecture, IT Transformation and cyber security. You’ll work at the heart of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, delivering robust, innovative solutions for residents, staff, and businesses.Here’s what sets us apart:<ul> <li>Strategic Leadership: You’ll provide direction for the council’s approach to enterprise architecture and cyber security, leading and working closely with senior leaders and our Shared Technology Service (STS) partner.</li> <li>Cross-functional Collaboration: We break down silos, fostering communication and innovation across council departments and external partners.</li> <li>Agile Transformation: We continuously improve our services, adopting new technologies and supporting organisational change.</li> <li>User-Focused Outlook: Our work supports critical council applications and infrastructure, always prioritising the needs of our diverse users.</li> <li>Business Continuity: You’ll ensure robust plans are in place to keep services running securely and efficiently, even in emergencies.</li></ul>What’s the role?We are seeking an experienced Head of IT Architecture &amp; Security to lead the council’s enterprise architecture, IT services and cyber security strategy. You’ll manage a team of IT professionals, oversee strategic partnerships, and advise senior stakeholders—including the Mayor and Chief Executive—on all aspects of IT and cyber security. You’ll be responsible for delivering impactful IT services, maximising value from our technology partnerships, and ensuring the council’s digital infrastructure is secure, resilient, and fit for the future.Key Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Provide strategic leadership for cyber security, enterprise architecture, and IT services.</li> <li>Develop and deliver the council’s cyber security strategies and IT use policies.</li> <li>Lead and manage the IT Architecture &amp; Security team, motivating staff and driving performance.</li> <li>Oversee the governance and performance of the Shared Technology Service partnership.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with legislation, software copyright laws, and best practice.</li> <li>Manage business continuity planning and disaster recovery processes.</li> <li>Negotiate, manage, and monitor service level agreements and contracts for ICT.</li> <li>Advise senior leaders and elected members on IT strategy and innovation.</li> <li>Support organisational transformation and deliver value for money.</li> <li>Represent the service at board-level meetings and manage relationships with internal and external partners.</li></ul>What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking for<ul> <li>Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, manage performance, and deliver strategic outcomes.</li> <li>Experience of managing complex IT services &amp; change, partnerships, and budgets.</li> <li>Strong project management and financial management skills.</li> <li>Ability to advise senior stakeholders and communicate effectively at all levels.</li> <li>Up-to-date knowledge of IT and cyber security, with substantial experience in a senior IT leadership role within a local authority or public sector environment.</li> <li>Commitment to equality, diversity, and resident-focused service delivery</li> <li>Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and outside normal office hours.</li></ul>LocationThe job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London SE6 4RU, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.Closing Date:&nbsp;25th January 2026Interviews: 3rd, 4th and 12th February 2026For an informal discussion about this job, please contact: Wendy Carr, Director of IT and Digital Services: <a href="mailto:Wendy.Carr@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Wendy.Carr@lewisham.gov.uk</a>Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/HeadofITArchitectureSecurity07012026" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£79,629 - £86,121 per annum (SMG3)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@ewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;





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London Borough of Lewisham

Head of IT Architecture & Security

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.IntroductionKickstart Your Career in Youth Work – Learn, Grow, and Empower Young Lives.&nbsp;&nbsp; Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a positive impact in your community? Our Assistant Youth Support Worker Apprenticeship offers the perfect opportunity to earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience, and develop the skills needed for a rewarding career in youth services.What’s the role?As an Assistant Youth Support Worker, you’ll help deliver engaging programmes that empower young people, promote participation, and widen their horizons. You’ll assist in creating safe, inclusive spaces, provide guidance and support, and encourage respect and tolerance. Working as part of a dynamic team, you’ll contribute to planning and delivering activities that inspire creativity and social responsibility. This is a hands-on role where you’ll learn, grow, and make a real difference in your community.What’s in it for you?Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance</li> <li>Local Government Pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible working and family friendly policies</li> <li>Season ticket and bicycle loans</li> <li>A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>Supportive staff networks</li></ul>What we’re looking forWe’re looking for someone enthusiastic about working with young people and committed to making a positive impact. You’ll need good communication skills, the ability to build relationships, and a willingness to learn and develop through training. Energy, creativity, and a flexible approach are essential, along with an understanding of equality and safeguarding. If you’re passionate about empowering young people and ready to grow, this role is for you.LocationThe job is primarily based across youth centres, adventure playgrounds and other community settings.Special conditions<ul> <li>Weekend working is required for this job</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>&nbsp;- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.For an informal discussion about this job, please contact <a href="mailto:Anthony.Powell@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Anthony.Powell@lewisham.gov.uk</a>Please click <a href="https://www.lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/AssistantYouthSupportWorkerJDPS07012026" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary£30, 225 - £30,654 per annum (Scale 2)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>The Council has a dedicated employment support service, <a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;





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Assistant Youth Support Worker

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about Libraries, organised, has experience of administrative processes and procedures, is an excellent team player, who is eager to learn, able to support others and who thrives working in a fast-paced customer focused environment.The successful candidate will be: <ul><li>Able to provide an effective service to all library customers through the efficient organisation of staff, library stock and the library premises.</li><li> Able to lead and motivate a team in a customer focused environment.</li><li>Able to create a friendly and welcoming environment for a diverse range of customers</li><li>Excellent at multi-tasking, efficient, happy to work under pressure &amp; confident with working alone if required.</li><li>Passionate about what public libraries offer and able to promote our services.</li><li>Confident in using IT (training will be given on specific library systems)</li></ul>Please note:<ul><li>Library work can be physically demanding.</li><li>Staff may also occasionally be asked to cover other roles within Derbyshire libraries.</li><li>Some evening and weekend working may be required, with the need for flexibility on occasions to suit the needs of the service.</li></ul>What we offer you.<ul><li>25 days of annual leave – pro rata (plus an additional 5 with 5 years of continuous service)</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme</li><li>Discounts at selected county leisure centres</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Free online health and exercise sessions</li></ul>Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record 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>PLACE1Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/young-workers-apprentices-and-work-experience" target="_blank">ACAS link</a> is understood before applyingImportant: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We 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

Assistant in Charge

Are you an ambitious educator ready to lead and inspire across the curriculum? At Holly House, we’re a community that builds ambition to achieve potential. We’re seeking a creative, resilient Teacher (KS2–KS3) to join our specialist team supporting pupils aged 7–14 with SEMH needs. You’ll teach a broad primary and K.S.3 curriculum across KS2–KS3 and have the opportunity to lead a subject area (to be agreed) — shaping its intent, implementation and impact so progression is clear and expectations are high. You’ll see your impact daily: more pupils accessing learning, regulating emotions and achieving ambitious EHCP outcomes. As a pastoral form tutor, you’ll provide daily check ins and restorative support, working with families and professionals to personalise learning and celebrate success. You’ll have access to targeted CPD (e.g., Thrive / Thinking Matters), focused coaching and peer planning time. We offer<ul><li>Small class sizes and excellent resources</li><li>TLR for subject leadership</li><li>Ongoing CPD and space to innovate alongside a collaborative, experienced team</li><li>The chance to shape lives and see your impact every day </li></ul>You are<ul><li>QTS/QTLS with strong KS2 practice and confidence to extend into KS3</li><li>Able to teach a broad primary curriculum using inclusive, evidence informed approaches (structured small steps, rich talk/reasoning, practical enquiry and problem solving) and to lead on a subject area across school</li><li>Skilled at adapting for SEMH/SEND, using EHCPs and evidence informed interventions</li><li>A reflective, emotionally resilient team player who contributes to the wider life of the school</li></ul>Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit prior to application, please call 01246 450530 to make an appointment.Provisional Interview Date: 11 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>





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Class Teacher

Whittington Green School Governors are looking to add to our pool of Exam Invigilators who play an important role in our school. Our Invigilators work casually (as and when needed) during the exam periods throughout the year.You will supervise our students’ taking examinations, preparing exam rooms and helping to distribute and collect exam papers.As a colleague you will need to be organised, vigilant, and reliable and be able to work at short notice. Full training will be given.Hours of work will be between 8.30am and 3.05pm.Whittington Green School:-<ul><li>welcomes applications regardless of age, gender or religion</li><li>is committed to the protection and safety of its students</li><li>undertakes enhanced DBS checks on all applicants</li><li>only accepts applications submitted on approved application forms</li></ul>Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 9 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>





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Exam Invigilator

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Join a thriving school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted – Inspire Excellence in our students!New Mills School is a small 11-16 secondary school in the High Peak, close to the stunning Peak District National Park, yet within easy reach of Stockport and Manchester. Following a very positive Ofsted report rating us ‘Good’ in all areas, we are looking for some exceptional examination invigilators to join our team. Ofsted praised our ambitious leadership, high-quality teaching, and strong student attitudes to learning, and we are now seeking individuals with a keen eye for detail to join our Exams Team. You will find New Mills School a warm, welcoming place, where we are proud of our inclusive ethos, high expectations, and strong sense of community. Our values—Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Team Spirit—underpin everything we do. The school is looking to add to their bank of dedicated Examination Invigilators, who will be employed on a casual basis to supervise students taking both internal and external exams, as necessary throughout the school year. Full training will be provided, and staff will be contacted prior to the exam period to discuss the invigilation schedule in relation to their own availability. We offer a full support and induction programme for all new staff and a commitment to continued professional development. Application packs may be obtained from, and should be returned to Pete Eckersley, Office Manager, New Mills School, Church Lane, New Mills High Peak, SK22 4NR, or via email to <a href="mailto:jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk" target="_blank">jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk</a> or from the school website <a href="http://www.newmillsschool.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.newmillsschool.co.uk</a>.If you would like to discuss the post further, or arrange a visit to the school, please contact <a href="mailto:jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk" target="_blank">jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk</a> and this can be arranged. New Mills School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership. New Mills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Please ensure your completed application is returned no later than 9.00am on the Closing Date.





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Exam Invigilators

Creswell Junior School is an inspirational place to learn and work. We are a supportive and close-knit team who collaboratively work in harmony with our parents/carers, children and the wider community to ensure that our children receive the educational experiences they deserve. Our culture has the well-being and success of our children, families and team at the heart of everything we do. Within our nurturing environment, we uphold the highest educational standards, ensuring that every child realise their full potential.We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated KS2 teacher, to cover maternity leave, whose commitment and ethos align with our own. While we are a junior school, experience in EYFS and KS1 would be advantageous, as we are looking for expertise to adapt our curriculum to meet the needs of all our children. In turn, we are committed to ensuring that you flourish. Our professional offer, to all our teachers within our organisation, is clearly defined and reinforces that pledge. We invest in our most value resource, our teaching team, to encourage professional growth and fulfilment.Our professional offer includes:<ul><li>Staff meetings held every two weeks, each with a teaching and learning focus.</li><li>Continuous professional development.</li><li>The retention of small classes (most classes host between 20 and 25 children).</li><li>Weekly planning and support meetings with your teaching team.</li><li>Schemes purchased for every subject in our curriculum, ensuring that time is spent enhancing already high-quality planning, rather than reinventing the wheel.</li><li>The employment of a Spanish teacher, to avoid hours spent researching and practising a specialist skill (and to ensure our children have the best introduction to MFL’s).</li><li>After-school clubs run by qualified, specialised coaches.</li></ul>The commencement date for this post will be Monday 23rd February 2026 and while we expect the substantive teacher to return from maternity leave during the final term of the academic year, we will commit to employing the successful candidate until Friday 17th July 2026.If you feel that you are the talented professional we are looking for, we would urge you to visit our inspirational school (and browse our website). To make an appointment please call 01909 721260.Please ensure all applications are submitted by Sunday 18th January 2026. Interview date: Thursday 22nd January 2026.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>





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Key Stage 2 Class Teacher

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Walton Holymoorside is seeking to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant for 25 hours per week. The role would be working within both their Y1 and Y5 class. The hours of work each day are 8.30am – 2.30pm. The role is fixed term until 31 August 2026If you are interested in this role, please apply via the below My New Term link. <a href="https://mynewterm.com/jobs/147120/EDV-2026-WHPS-70917" target="_blank">https://mynewterm.com/jobs/147120/EDV-2026-WHPS-70917</a>Provisional Interview Date: 3 March 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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SEND Teaching Assistant

🌟 Join Assessment and Discharge Team in Adult Social Care 🌟 We’re recruiting a qualified social worker to work in our established Community Hospital and Community Support Bed Assessment and Discharge Team. Our 6 Community Hospitals and 3 Community Support Beds offer short-term assessment and reablement/rehabilitation to people across Derbyshire. They help people to regain confidence and maximise their independence, in order to return home wherever possible. They are used to support people leaving hospital, requiring an urgent community response or who would benefit from reablement in a bedded care setting (this is Derbyshire’s ‘Pathway 2’/intermediate care service). These sites are supported by skilled multi-disciplinary teams from health and social care. You would be working with a team of other professionals to contribute to goal setting and discharge planning, complete care act assessments and support plans, as well as supporting people within the Mental Capacity Act and making safeguarding personal. The services are going through an exciting period of change over 2025-2026. We’re looking for an innovative leader who is passionate about improving services for people in Derbyshire. As part of improving integration between health and social care, we are transitioning the service to deliver support within a new partnership between Derbyshire County Council and Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS and we expect these roles transition across into this Partnership at some point in 2026. The majority of your time will be spent working from one of our Community Support Bed or Community Hospital sites. The role also involves some travel to other sites and offers hybrid working to meet service needs. This position will primarily focus on Whitworth community hospital and the surrounding area. What we expect from our applicants: <ul><li>Be able to provide person centred and strength-based assessments </li><li>Someone who can provide a timely discharge planning support </li><li>Confident in using the Care Act 2014, including a good understanding of Making Safeguarding Personal, and the Mental Capacity Act </li><li>Someone who is a team player who is able to work closely with other disciplines and teams </li><li>Comfortable working autonomously with a positive and can-do attitude </li></ul>What you can expect from the role with Derbyshire County Council: <ul><li>Working for Derbyshire County Council really puts you at the heart of local communities, and provides great satisfaction being able to help local people. </li><li>A welcoming and accepting team who provide regular peer support, as well as receiving professional and line management supervision. </li><li>Rewarding work with a real variety of cases, leading to quick outcomes that make a difference to people and their lives </li><li>Great learning and development opportunities – Derbyshire County Council want you to succeed and will provide thorough support to ensure you can achieve your goals. </li><li>Great benefits including: </li><li>25-27 days of annual leave (depending on grade) plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service </li><li>Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month </li><li>Generous local government pension scheme </li><li>Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases </li><li>Cycle to work scheme </li><li>Discounts at selected county leisure centres </li><li>and much more…… </li></ul>If you would like any further information about the role or an informal conversation, please contact <a href="mailto:Sian.Paddon@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sian.Paddon@derbyshire.gov.uk</a> Provisional interview dates: 5 February 2026.Start date for this role would be 1st April 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>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>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We 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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Social Worker (Assessment and Discharge Team)

North East Derbyshire District Council is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that takes pride in delivering excellent services to our community whilst driving economic growth and environmental sustainability for the district.A vacancy has arisen in the Council’s Streetscene Service for a Gardener/ Groundsperson within the Grounds Maintenance Team.The postholder will assist with a range horticultural and landscape construction and maintenance duties in parks, open spaces, playing fields and fine turf areas.The successful applicant will carry out skilled horticultural operations, including the maintenance and planting of trees, shrubs and hedge cutting as well as daily use and routine care of all vehicles and powered plant/equipment such as mowers and strimmers.To be successful you will need:<ul><li>Knowledge and experience of routine grounds maintenance practices.</li><li>Knowledge and experience in the use of light powered horticultural plant.</li><li>Knowledge and experience in the use of self-propelled ride on mowing equipment.</li><li>Ability to sustain high levels of physical output over prolonged periods.</li><li>Experience of team working.</li><li>Experience of working to pre-targeted work schedules and to tight deadlines.</li></ul><ul><li>Full current clean Driving Licence with licence category groups B (B +E desirable).</li></ul>The successful applicant must be prepared to work at any of the Council’s establishments as may be required.For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.Why work for us?North East Derbyshire District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.We offer a competitive salary, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and excellent work/life balance initiatives. Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: <a href="https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/about-the-council/jobs/working-for-us/why-work-for-the-council#benefits" target="_blank">ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Apply today!If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/northeastderbyshire/Index.aspx" target="_blank">North East Derbyshire District Council Vacancies</a> or via <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers</a> by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Applications close midnight, Sunday 1st February 2026.Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on (01246) 231111 or emailing: <a href="mailto:Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>We welcome applications from all sections of the community.For further informationFor an informal discussion about the post, please contact Alan Walker, Parks and Streets Manager (01246) 217276 or email <a href="mailto:alan.walker@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alan.walker@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk</a>If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.





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Groundsperson/Gardener

The Governing Body at Buxton Infant School wish to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Midday Supervisor to support children in our school to have happy and safe lunchtimes. Duties will include supervising the children during their lunchtime from 11:55 to 13:20 each day; encouraging active play and ensuring the welfare and safety of pupils. Previous experience of working with children (including raising own) is desirable as is a knowledge of basic first aid. The appointed person will be someone who can build excellent relationships with our children, the midday team, teaching staff and have a willingness to learn and undertake further training as required. We have a permanent position and relief positions availableProvisional Interview Date: 28 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Midday Supervisor

About the BoroughFound in zone 6 with good transport links in and out of London, Kingston is a vibrant and diverse university town which creates the rich sense of community shared across the borough and its Residents. Kingston boasts an idyllic riverside location, good shopping and great restaurants, as well as a mix of modern and historic town centre. Kingston has lots of open parklands and cycle routes that help connect the district town centres into an enjoyable place to live and work.We are passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.About the Service and TeamYou will be a vital member of our highly motivated Culture and Heritage team based in Kingston Museum and Library. The Culture team comprises a number of different services including Heritage, Libraries, Music, Arts and Adult Education and is responsible for delivering the borough's cultural programme, in partnership with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. This is an exciting time to join our service as we embark on developing a new cultural strategy and building on the exciting cultural initiatives of the past year. Working in the Arts &amp; Culture Partnership hub you will focus on delivering an engaging learning programme for schools and our diverse communities, as part of our wider cultural outreach activities.&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateCreate and deliver a learning and participation offer for Culture and Heritage, focusing on our exhibition programme and heritage collections. <ul><li>Develop an exciting and engaging education offer ensuring the Library, Museum and Archive collections are at the heart of the programme</li><li>Apply frameworks such as the National Curriculum, creating appropriate learning materials and delivering engaging heritage workshops for children and young people.</li><li>Work with local and national partners for example, the BookTrust and GEM (Group for Education in Museums) to support the delivery of key learning programmes</li><li>Support the promotion of the Culture &amp; Heritage in our venues across the borough</li><li>Provide frontline cover at Kingston Museum as required</li></ul>You will have a proven track record of delivering engaging learning programmes in the culture and heritage sector. Working with internal and external stakeholders you will be adept at building successful partnerships and enthusing and inspiring diverse audiences to engage with our activities. Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits to enable staff to achieve a work life balance, some of which include:<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 25-32 days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) depending on service and grade.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Hybrid working (dependent on the role)</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements using Google Chromebooks</li><li>Learning and development portal offering a range of courses</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Confidential health &amp; wellbeing and counselling support</li></ul>Application ProcessApply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application and check your CV details have been uploaded correctly in the relevant sections.We understand and recognise the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace and are embracing AI where appropriate, to boost our productivity and streamline how we deliver our Council services efficiently; to provide the best possible outcomes for our residents and communities.&nbsp; However, we reserve the right to reject applications where it is apparent that AI-generated content has been used in isolation and without personalised responses. At Kingston&nbsp;we value authenticity and are looking for individuals who can clearly demonstrate their own skills, experience and motivation for the role that they are applying for and embrace and demonstrate our STAR&nbsp;values. Here at Kingston&nbsp;we have core values of Transparency and this is to be demonstrated during the application process and completion of the supporting statement and will be further tested at interview and selection stage for those who progress forward.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;As part of our award winning Diversity Programme we anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. We encourage our interview panels to be as diverse as possible (age, cultural, neurodiverse etc.) to reduce bias where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.To support our workers and their families we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are also proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role. As an accredited London Living Wage Employer all our employees are guaranteed the London Living Wage regardless of their length or type of contract.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove City Council is committed to preventing homelessness and supporting applicants in housing need. As our Housing Advice Team Leader, you will guide and develop a dedicated frontline team of Housing Advice Officers, making a genuine difference in people’s livesFor an informal discussion, please contact Karen Gearing, Housing Options Manager on 07795336462<h2>About the role</h2>You’ll work within our Housing Advice and Triage Team, supporting and managing a team of Housing Advice Officers as they work with applicants in this fast-paced, high-impact team.To support this busy front-line service, you’ll need excellent management and organisational skills, along with a genuine passion for supporting households at risk of homelessness.We’re looking for someone to:<ul><li>&nbsp;Lead and manage the Housing Advice team on a day-to-day basis</li><li>&nbsp;Monitor workloads, set team objectives and uphold service standards</li><li>Coach, mentor and support officers to build their skills and resilience</li><li>&nbsp;Ensure efficient, person centred triage for households at risk of homelessness</li><li>Collaborate with partner agencies to streamline pathways for households at risk of homelessness</li></ul>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Criminal Records Check.

Brighton & Hove City Council

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Dartford Borough Council have over 4000 social homes throughout the local area. With an established track record for maintaining quality homes, delivering new affordable housing and investing in local communities, this is an exciting opportunity to join the Council. Complementing our existing service, this role has been created to provide a service lead to manage compliance.
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Housing Compliance Manager to join our team and to lead and manage compliance across our housing maintenance service. The position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative environment, develop your skills and contribute to achieving our service goals.&nbsp;
This is a key role ensuring that Dartford Borough Council meets all statutory and regulatory requirements relating to housing health and safety, including gas, electrical, fire safety, water hygiene, and asbestos management.
You will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust compliance frameworks, monitoring performance, and driving continuous improvement to keep our residents safe and our properties compliant.
As a landlord we currently have responsibility for buildings up to 11m in height, with no dwellings above this height. As the postholder you will have responsibility to oversee a team of compliance surveyors, a compliance officer and administrator.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please review the full job profile before applying.
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This post is considered by DBC 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 sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements.
“The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer”

Dartford Borough Council

Housing Compliance Manager

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Coventry is a city that is changing fast, and we’re looking for skilled people to join our team and help us take on a bright new future. We are a city that is going places, with an inspiring, world-famous history and exciting times ahead.We have 887km of carriageways, including 89km of A roads, 69km of B roads, 64km of C roads, and 655km of Unclassified roads.<ul><li>2161km of footways, footpaths and cycleways.</li><li>300 structures, including subways, retaining walls, culverts, gantries and rights of way structures.</li><li>33,000 street lighting columns, 4,000 lit traffic signs and beacons and 1,500 lit traffic bollards.</li><li>44,000 drainage gullies.</li><li>127 signal-controlled junctions, 98 pedestrian crossings, and 115 school patrol flashing lights.</li></ul>We know how hard our people work in our Highways, Traffic and Transportation Teams, and what it means to have a great manager who makes the time to say 'thank you'. So, with us, your work will always be appreciated and recognised.We also know that to recruit passionate, dedicated staff in Highways, Traffic and Transportation, where there’s simply more demand than available resources, we show our appreciation in other, more tangible ways, too - to make Coventry City Council an attractive place to work in terms of the benefits.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Our Values are:<ul><li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li><li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li><li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li><li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li><li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li><li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li></ul>What is the job role? You will work for Coventry City Council as part of the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) and will be a member of a successful team responsible for the construction and routine maintenance of footways, carriageways and drainage. You will lead a small team and undertake all highway construction and maintenance activities, which include laying bituminous materials, drainage installation, kerb, paving and pipe laying and other related activities to precise levels and tolerances. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to work on high-profile schemes and projects across our city to make it a better place to live for our residents.&nbsp;Coventry is a very diverse city, and we want to have a workforce which reflects our diverse residents. &nbsp;Our workforce data tells us that we have very few women and people from minority-ethnic backgrounds in our Highways Team, so we want to encourage you to apply. &nbsp;All applications are welcome.&nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a>&nbsp;to see how we can assist you.For full details on the application process, please read the attached document labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'The interview will be followed by a work-based assessment at a later date.Who are we looking for? To be successful, you will need:<ul><li>Knowledge of Risk Assessments and Method Statements.</li><li>The ability to operate a variety of plant machinery including heavy rollers, dumpers, compressors/Jack Hammers, Sthil saws, whacker plates safely.</li><li>Experience of working within Highway construction/maintenance.</li><li>The ability to work within a team environment and under your own initiative.</li><li>Experience of running a small team.</li><li>Good communication and numeracy skills.</li><li>Experience of working with members of the public who come from a variety of different backgrounds</li><li>Willing to undertake training, if and when required.</li><li>Able to work in all weathers.</li><li>Full UK Driving License&nbsp;</li></ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.For full details on the application process please read the attached document labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'Interview dates: WC 1st December 2025 followed by a Work based assessment at a later date.If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification that the Council considers to be reasonable.&nbsp;About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Team Manager – Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Worker to join our service as a Team Manager, providing strategic and operational leadership for the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team.
About the Role:
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality, legally compliant and person-centred practice in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005, the DoLS framework and other statutory regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will aid in promoting the rights, autonomy and safety of adults who may lack capacity, embedding a culture of lawful, strengths-based and rights-respecting decision making.
You will champion excellence in MCA and DoLS practice across the organisation and its commissioned services, by offering expert professional oversight, strategic influence, and authoritative guidance.
About the Candidate:
We’re looking for a Qualified Social Worker with substantial and relevant, post-qualifying experience. You must also have previous experience of leading and managing a team within a Social Care environment.
You will have substantial experience of managing complex caseloads, services, and mental capacity matters. You must be able to evidence multi-agency collaboration with experience of working across professional and organisational boundaries.
You must be a qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England to undertake this role. 
If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact: <a href="mailto:charlottestewart@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">charlottestewart@wirral.gov.uk</a>
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.
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Team Manager – Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

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The Social Housing Sector has seen considerable change in the last 2 years with the addition of new and revised regulations including a new set of consumer standards. Portsmouth Homes is undertaking a programme of change to respond to the new environment and changes in expectations from our tenants and leaseholders. The Housing Officer role can be complex and requires the ability to work with changing priorities and be flexible in approach. This role is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of housing management services to a dedicated patch serving approximately 400 homes. The role provides generic housing management services including anti-social behaviour management, arrears management including debt and benefit advice, void management and lettings and general tenancy management ensuring income maximisation, efficient letting of homes and that tenants receive great customer service throughout their tenancy. The Housing Officer role is a fully generic role delivering a comprehensive housing management service to a cohort of Portsmouth Homes tenants. The role is predominantly reactive, to help support and empower tenants to be able to sustain and maintain their tenancies and live their best lives, whilst feeling safe and secure in their homes and communities. Responsibility starts with the viewing of an empty property, with prospective tenants, and the need to ensure that the property meets their Housing Need and is suitable in terms of other factors. Support is provided at the beginning of a new tenancy, ensuring that the new tenants understand their legal obligations and expectations of them as a tenant and good neighbour

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<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>West Northamptonshire Educational Psychology Service is seeking to recruit creative and innovative psychologists to expand its existing team of skilled and friendly staff, as we develop and grow.The Service is very well regarded and supported within the council, which has a strong focus on values-based practice and staff wellbeing. We are keen for staff at all levels to contribute to, or lead&nbsp;initiatives and projects in line with our model of distributed leadership, giving opportunities to develop, experience and contribute to strategic developments.The EPS is committed to developing services in response to community needs. We provide a broad and extensive centralised training offer and promote emotional wellbeing for school staff through our supervision offer. The service leads on various early intervention initiatives including the Northamptonshire Baby Room Project, the Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) programme, and the Mediating Learning Support Approach (MeLSA).The service will provide you with a comprehensive induction and CPD programme and regular professional supervision. Additional mentoring support will be provided if you are a newly qualified EP.&nbsp;We have extensive links with training universities, with two members of our EP team working as tutors on EP training courses - along with other links to local universities.If you would like an informal discussion about the role, and the new directions which the Service is taking, please email:Kathryn Davidson, Principal Educational Psychologist <a href="mailto:kathryn.davidson@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">kathryn.davidson@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>Gavin Morgan, Senior Educational Psychologist <a href="http://westnorthants.gov.uk/" target="_blank">gavin.morgan@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;Sarah Luxford, Senior Educational Psychologist <a href="mailto:Sarah.Luxford@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sarah.Luxford@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>Kavita Solder, Senior Educational Psychologist&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Kavita.Solder@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kavita.Solder@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check.&nbsp;West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Additional information</h2>We look forward to hearing from applicants who have:<ul><li>An interest in developing innovative and creative practice</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>A commitment to&nbsp;improving the life chances of others, and particularly those from vulnerable and/or marginalised groups</li><li>An ability to work collaboratively with different professionals</li></ul>Applicants will need to be professionally qualified and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), unless currently in training.<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>.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.

Educational Psychologist

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high quality services to all our children in North Somerset and would like for someone who is able to engage with our culturally rich, diverse communities, to join our Family Wellbeing team and be part of children’s journey. The Family Wellbeing Team are responsible for providing early help support to families with children aged 0-19 years of age and to young people up to the age of 25 with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities (SEND)We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for children to be provided with the skills to support their best start in life.The Role North Somerset Council’s Family Wellbeing Service is looking for a dedicated and experienced Family Support worker to join our dynamic team. This is your chance to be part of a service that truly makes an impact. The team you are joining is responsible for supporting families with children 0-19 who are experiencing difficulties, who has been referred through the children`s front door.In this role, you will be providing front-line support where you will be helping and empowering families to access the support they need and connecting them with services that make a real difference. Providing intervention to families, using evidence-based methods of intervention to support positive change for children, young people and their families. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assessing Family’s needs using the Continuum of Need</li><li>Providing interventions that will empower families to create change.</li><li>Acting as a bridge between families and services, offering a warm welcome and practical guidance.</li><li>Act as an advocate, recognising that each child’s journey is unique and shaped by their individual religious beliefs, faiths, values, and cultural backgrounds — and will embrace and share these differences with respect and understanding.</li><li>Building strong relationships with community groups, professionals, and voluntary sector organisations.</li><li>Engaging professionals to come round a family to ensure that family have Early Help Plan.</li><li>Promoting inclusive access to services and encouraging self-referrals.</li><li>Helping shape the future of Early Help in North Somerset.</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:Mobile/Field Worker <ul><li>3 days in the office</li><li>Includes field workers who primarily work remotely</li><li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting families and building stronger communities. If you’ve worked in fast-paced setting, thrive on building meaningful relationships with children and parents, and want to bring creativity and care to your work—we’d love to hear from you!We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities who possess the following skills and experience:<ul><li>A Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (e.g., health, wellbeing, youth work, community development).</li></ul><ul><li>Significant relevant experience of working with children and families. </li><li>Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Confidence in working independently and collaboratively.</li><li>A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.</li><li>A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion.</li></ul><ul><li>Some experience of acting as a lead professional or key worker for a child or family. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of using IT systems (email, word processing &amp; spreadsheet). </li></ul>Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Direct work with families: Experience in family support, youth work, social work, or community navigation.</li><li>Multi-agency collaboration: Experience working with local support services, community organisations, and professionals across sectors.</li><li>Cultural competence: Experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.</li><li>Outcome evaluation: Familiarity with measuring and evaluating early help interventions.</li><li>Communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Public sector background: Experience in public services and case management.</li><li>Crisis intervention: Experience supporting families in challenging situations.</li><li>Training delivery: Experience in leading workshops or training programmes.</li><li>Behaviour change: Experience supporting individuals through change processes.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Laura Brain, Supporting Families Team Leader at <a href="mailto:laura.brain@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.brain@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07386963285Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview date: To be confirmedPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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