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We offer: 14% Shift allowance, salary-linked pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.About us: A Border Control facility has been set up in Ashford on the Sevington site, near junction 10A of the M20. This site provides the customs and transit checks required for hauliers imported food checks to ensure that goods comply with the statutory duties to safeguard public health.We are recruiting staff to conduct Official Controls – and be responsible for carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high-risk food not of animal origin, in order to ensure that only products that are safe to eat enter the food chain and protect against bio security threats.The Role: Reporting to the Principal Port Health Officer you will be responsible for undertaking a range of statutory duties to safeguard public health. Conducting Official Controls you will be carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high risk food not of animal origin in order to ensure that only products that are safe to eat enter the food chain. In addition you will direct the work and activities of the Technical Officer, and Technical Assistant.Who are we looking for? It is essential that you have suitable qualification(s) to undertake import controls at Border Control Posts as defined by the FSA Food Law Code of Practice and Practice Guidance (normally MSc, Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health plus Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board EHRB (CIEH)), along with having:Evidence of continual professional development Enforcement experience relevant to food control work Strong skills and knowledge relevant to food control, health and safety, and public health functions The ability to interpret and analyse legislation, statutory guidance, technical updates and good practice Competency in IT systems including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software Willingness and ability to work a shift pattern over 24 hours/7 days per week/365 days per yearAs an employee of Ashford Borough Council you will have the opportunity to work with other environmental health professionals across the organisation to broaden your experience. For an informal discussion about this role please contact Marie Connolly on 0300 0424557Click to view <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/bthbmdbq/shift-pattern-dec-2025.xlsx" target="_blank">Shift Patten</a>Click to view a<a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/n1mhmo42/6894a-7158a-port-health-officer-senior-port-health-officer-dec-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a> - When completing your application, ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential requirements. Applications that only address desirable criteria, or do not provide sufficient evidence against the essential criteria, will not progress to the next stage.We can offer VISA certificates of sponsorship for this role. Please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> for more information.When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Visit the jobs page of our website <a href="http://www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs</a>We offer a competitive remuneration package, an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide.We welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community





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Senior Port Health Officer

Our Border Control Facility on the Sevington site, near junction 10A of the M20 provides the customs and transit checks required for hauliers following Brexit.The services at the Border Control Facility are being delivered through functional teams covering 24 hour and 7 day week pattern of operation and we are looking for an officer to manage assigned staff in the service.You will have extensive experience in food control as you will be responsible for acting as lead signatory for fishery products and composite goods along with:Conducting Official Controls including carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high risk food not of animal origin. Undertaking checks of organic food, illegal unreported and unregulated fishing, animal composites and other relevant controlled goods. Managing assigned staff within the service and take lead responsibility for aspects of Border Control Post work.To make an effective contribution to the development and achievement of the Ashford Border BCP health protection and business objectives it is essential that you have MSc, Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health and Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board EHRB (CIEH).In addition you will have extensive enforcement experience covering a wide range of food areas including inspection of premises, monitoring and food sampling plus prosecution experience, along with experience in:Operational and/or technical lead role within a food related service Managing of people &amp;/or and resources including performance managementAs an employee of Ashford Borough Council you will have the opportunity to work with other environmental health professionals across the organisation to broaden your experience. For an informal discussion about this role please contact Karis Valli on 01233 330204.Click to view <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/bthbmdbq/shift-pattern-dec-2025.xlsx" target="_blank">Shift Pattern</a>Click to view a <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ashford.gov.uk%2Fmedia%2Fadxitemo%2F7039a-7040a-7041a-7042a-principal-port-health-officer-oct-2025.docx&amp;data=05%7C02%7CJudy.janson%40ashford.gov.uk%7C3d54f56ed43648884adc08de0bdaecb0%7C66a338a5cfb74d1e9354d346e02c3a75%7C0%7C0%7C638961232207110285%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=JtIfR1Qpx33Vw4fd%2BAf3Xl3OQacXwD%2FmUWujj0GKVvU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Job Description</a>Candidates who do not meet all the essential criteria for the role they are applying for will not be shortlisted. When completing your application, ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential requirements. Applications that only address desirable criteria, or do not provide sufficient evidence against the essential criteria, will not progress to the next stage.We can offer VISA certificates of sponsorship for this role. Please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> for more information.When Applying: Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces CommunityWhen submitting an application form - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community<ul></ul>

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Lead the way in safeguarding children and join our Conference team.We are looking for a dedicated Child Protection Conference Chair and Independent Reviewing Officer to help shape positive futures for children and families. This is a full-time, permanent role where your experience can make a real difference.&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
As a Child Protection Conference Chair and Independent Reviewing Officer, you will be a dynamic and passionate person committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children. This is your chance to join us at Bracknell Forest Council where your experience will help us shape how we do things to improve the well-being of our children.
You will be an experienced, confident and dependable professional who is passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children and families. Your expertise will include leading Child Looked After Reviews, chairing Child Protection Conferences, and managing other complex meetings with clarity and authority. You will also be Social Work England registered with management experience in Children's Social Care.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
We are a small team that works closely together, with a clear focus on meeting our statutory responsibilities. We make sure our practice is rooted in key guidance like the BF Child Protection Procedures, Working Together to Safeguard Children, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and the IRO Handbook. By staying aligned with these frameworks, we aim to support the best possible outcomes for children on child protection plans and those in care.
We maintain high aspirations for all our children, developing strong partnership working to ensure our children are safe within their families and achieving their full potential in stable care arrangements. We offer high support to families holistically and high challenge to achieve this.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
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<li>Contribute to service and directorate wide quality assurance activity to support learning and development across the workforce.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<li>28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 5th and 6th February 2026.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Sadia Hanif, Conference and Review Team Manager &nbsp;
Tel: 01344 351289
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that 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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Bracknell Forest Council

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Grade / Salary - ME13 - £48,003 - £52,194&nbsp; per annum

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The Regulatory Services Partnership (RSP) hosted by Merton Council is one of the largest Environmental Health Services in London, with the Food and Safety Team responsible for overseeing more than 6,000 food businesses in Merton, Richmond and Wandsworth. The area covered is diverse in nature and includes a variety of high profile and interesting venues, such as Wimbledon Tennis, AFC Wimbledon, Twickenham Rugby, Battersea Power Station, New Covent Garden and Hampton Court Flower Show.
We have an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic qualified professionals to join our team of dedicated Food and Health and Safety officers to deliver the food safety, health and safety and infectious disease function across the RSP boroughs.
As an authorised officer you will manage and deliver food hygiene and standards inspections of all premises type, including approved food premises. You will investigate complaints and accidents, using your knowledge, skills and experience, and applying the necessary behaviours.
You will mentor and supervise technical staff, sharing your knowledge and experience.
You should have a real passion for improving the environment and public health by engaging with our communities and businesses. You will be highly motivated, with a flexible approach and an eagerness to develop existing competencies as well as attaining new skills.
Whilst our administrative base in in London Borough of Merton, we operate hybrid working and provide touchdown points in all boroughs. There will be an opportunity for candidates to express a preference as to their preferred principal location.&nbsp;
You will be willing to work across the RSP though you will have an agreed principal borough.
If you’re looking for a chance to make a difference, alongside an excellent benefits package, then this could be the place for you.
You must be a suitably qualified Environmental Health Professional (EHRB or CIEH Registered Environmental Health Practitioner or equivalent) with post-qualification, experience in food safety and health and safety enforcement.
What we offer:
Merton Council offers a competitive salary and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, including a day off for your birthday, and flexible hybrid working along with essential car user allowance and mileage scheme for officers using their car for work.
Please see our why work for us page on our website for more information about a great range of benefits that go beyond salary and offer flexibility to suit you
<a href="https://www.merton.gov.uk/jobs/working-us#toc-family-friendly-policies-and-flexible-benefits" target="_blank">Work for Merton : Working for us | Merton Council</a>
For an informal discussion about these posts please contact Laura Aston (Food and Safety Manager) on 020 8288 5670
Closing date for all applications is midnight on 26th January 2026
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Principal Environmental Health Practitioner

Job Title: Trainee Access Officer Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Fixed Term Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire County Council’s ambitious policies relating to Sustainability, Active Travel and Access to Green Space make the Countryside &amp; Rights of Way Service more relevant than ever.&nbsp; We work in partnership with landowners, communities, volunteers, and other local authorities to protect and improve the network of public rights of way and accessible greenspaces across Hertfordshire.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h4>About the role</h4>A rare opportunity has become available in our busy Access Team, responsible for the maintenance and improvement of our 3200+km network of Footpaths, Bridleways, and Byways.The team are responsible for all day-to-day operations, ensuring that the network is maintained to a high standard and open and accessible to our many users.&nbsp; Activities include surveying routes, specifying and managing contracts, supporting the work of our many volunteers, negotiating with landowners and responding to planning applications to secure improvements.As a trainee you will work alongside our experienced Rights of Way professionals.&nbsp; You will gain valuable experience, working in an interesting and varied role and will receive support to develop your portfolio of skills and experience in a dynamic, supportive environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h4>About you</h4>Essential criteria:*Graduate calibre candidate looking to develop expertise and competence in Public Rights of Way management *Able to demonstrate a commitment to a career in the environment sector *Able to work in an organised and professional manner, assimilate information from more experienced colleagues and develop skills quickly to make a meaningful contribution *Excellent IT literacy skills *A full current driving licence is essentialWe welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Technical Services, level TEC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Technical servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Lee Tyson, Operations Manager on 01992 556049 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: w/c 23rd of February 2026Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Trainee Access Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cat B - Driver (taxi licenced preferred but not essential) to join our Integrated Transport Solutions team, we are responsible for School Transport and public Demand Response Transport services.In this role, you will; under the direction of the Operations Lead Officer, undertake quality customer focused services that supports the work of the Integrated Transport Unit (ITU) and other front-line services provided by North Somerset Council (NSC). These would typically include operating fleet vehicles within a prearranged, structured schedule to convey passengers, or public focused front-line services.We will require applicants to undertake training to become licenced taxi drivers. This would include a Taxi test with knowledge of the area, DBS enhanced certification, ability to pass a driver medical &amp; driving assessment. All training and costs provided.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>To ensure daily work instructions are acknowledged and both planning and preparations for operational deployment are undertaken.</li></ul><ul><li>To effectively deliver front line services to customers in accordance with a journey plan, timetable and/or a transportation manifest, in a timely manner with a customer focused professional approach.</li></ul><ul><li>To report issues or client experiences at each engagement in line with agreed protocols and instructions on the schedule/plan, reporting any incidents and communicating any variances in accordance with council policy.</li></ul><ul><li>To use the ICT equipment/systems, ticket machines provided to allow quality monitoring to be undertaken of the services provided.</li></ul><ul><li>Have a good standard of general education required to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills.</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to take money or card payments.</li></ul><ul><li>To position, collect and return council vehicles from multi point locations.</li></ul><ul><li>Where appropriate, to support services in the upkeep and housekeeping and general maintenance of council assets, such as vehicles, public transport infrastructure and communal areas.</li></ul><ul><li>To undertake a daily vehicle, walk around check and report defects or damage.</li></ul><ul><li>To report near miss or damage incurred in an accident.</li></ul><ul><li>To maintain a current, valid driving licence (minimum of a Category B) and submit this routinely for review.</li></ul><ul><li>To maintain a valid taxi licence certificate in line with Integrated Transport Solutions.</li></ul><ul><li>To maintain a valid enhanced DBS using the update service.</li></ul>This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office and depot will be closing in 2026. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-Super-Mare or within North Somerset.Work StyleThis role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>0 day 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 public services &amp; customer care who possess the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Clean driving licence.</li><li>Ability to hold or pass taxi licence requirements</li><li>customer focused.</li><li>Exceptional driving standards.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Taxi licence.</li><li>Flexible working hours outside of normal working pattern.</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 Kris Peake, Principal Transport Officer (Operations Lead) via email: <a href="mailto:kris.peake@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">kris.peake@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Week commencing 12 January 2026 Please 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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Front Line Delivery Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Events Development Officer to join our Events Development team.The Events team supports organisers of public events, which apply to host events on North Somerset Council operated open spaces. Public events help to boost the local economy by attracting residents and visitors; raise the area’s profile; help to create jobs; support community spirit; improve mental and physical wellbeing; provide platforms for culture, education and fitness and most of all, offer fun experiences.Public events across North Somerset are organised by community, voluntary and professional groups and organisations, so the level of support required varies. The Council has a smart process from initial enquiry; to support organisers to provide required paperwork to appropriate standards, to consulting specialist advisors within the council and emergency service partners, to checking and providing feedback, right through to post event debrief. Every event, and every site is different, so flexibility and critical thinking are essential.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>In this role, you will undertake technical assessments of events organisers’ paperwork and processes and use critical thinking to select the correct process to follow.</li><li>You will follow the agreed process, building up and maintaining a good knowledge of processes, regulations and policies to support your work.</li><li>You will use excellent communication skills to inform and advise organisers and engage internal and external stakeholders in the events process.</li><li>You will support organisers to develop the scope and range of events to meet the Council’s corporate aims, and Economic and Placemaking objectives.</li><li>You will carry out financial transactions, research and report writing when required.</li><li>You will also have the confidence to suggest process or service changes when appropriate.</li></ul>Full training will be provided on the processes and online software which the team uses dailyValid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position is currently based at our Town Hall office in Weston-super-Mare. 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 Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office (as required by your line manager)</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about public events in outdoor spaces and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Vocational qualification or experience equivalent to Level 4 or above in a similar role in public outdoor events, or a role with transferable skills as outlined below.</li><li>Experience in a paid role with similar responsibilities to follow a prescribed process, use critical thinking to determine the path, adhere to policy, regulations and technical requirements.</li><li>Proven ability to build and maintain high level of knowledge relating to a similar industry.</li><li>Proven ability to make self-reliant business decisions and work comfortably as part of a small team, and with a line manager to escalate issues or concerns appropriately.</li><li>Proven ability to critically analyse information.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders with professionalism, clarity and confidence.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills, including managing own workload (even when under pressure), and excellent record keeping.</li><li>Ability to visit events and sites and attend meetings in person, when required across North Somerset.</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 Sara Pacey, Events Development Manager at <a href="mailto:sara.pacey@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">sara.pacey@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>. 01275 888291Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: interviews are expected to take place during week beginning 2nd March 2026 and will be conducted on Microsoft TeamsPlease 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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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.
Senior Health and Social Care Intelligence Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Senior Health and Social Care Intelligence Manager within Wirral Council's Intelligence Team.
About the Role:
The role develops and delivers high quality innovative research and analysis with a focus on social care and health intelligence. The insight is used to drive timely evidence-based decisions for Council and partner services. A part of this role is independently developing and managing projects from inception to successful delivery and collaborating to coproduce products with customers. The role focuses on high standards of intelligence use and analysis across the Council, facilitating continuous improvement in service delivery for residents, value for money, innovation, and efficiency.
The role also offers a great opportunity for analysts to further develop their skills in exciting areas such as forecasting, demand and capacity modelling, data science and hands-on work with analytical tools such as Power BI.
About the Candidate:
The successful candidate will possess excellent analytical and research skills, with the ability to critically challenge, innovate and support management to drive continuous improvement.
You should have experience of using a wide range of data sources and developing reporting products and developing intelligence to measure and improve outcome delivery.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Head of Intelligence, <a href="mailto:nancyclarkson@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">nancyclarkson@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Interviews are scheduled for week commencing 23 February.
We believe in giving you the flexibility to work where you’re most productive. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining the benefits of remote work with the collaboration and connection of in-office days, twice a week.
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.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, 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>
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.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Senior Health and Social Care Intelligence Manager

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Charnwood Borough Council in Leicestershire is searching for the latest member of the Repairs &amp; Investment Team.
We are looking for a passionate individual who is customer focused, a team player and wants help improve our local communities in Charnwood.&nbsp;
The Council is recruiting for a Business Support Team Leader on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.
The Role
You will play a lead role in the successful management and co-ordination of operational support and administrative activities for the Repairs and Investment Service. This will include administrative support for the Principal Repairs Officer and other Repairs and Maintenance areas within the council. Additionally, you will ensure that the Repairs and Investment Service fully complies with the Councils’ Core Customer Care Standards.
You will have experience of managing and supervising a small team as the role will require managing 3 Business Support Officers and 2 Work Planners in their day to duties. You will ensure the team perform to the expected agreed standards and will develop and nurture their skills in line with performance targets.
Additionally, you will assist Repairs Management in collating and monitoring KPI statistics and assist in processing and dealing with complaints, customer correspondence and customer satisfaction data.
The role requires the candidate to demonstrate substantial experience and knowledge of the social housing sector within a repairs and maintenance framework or the ability to demonstrate equivalent experience as set out in the person specification.
Our ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, be computer literate and work well within a team of like-minded individuals. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, have a positive attitude and want to make a real difference to our customers every day, then we would like to hear from you!
The benefits of working with us:&nbsp;
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<li>Generous annual leave of between 262.7 hours and 299.7 hoursof leave (depending on grade and length of service) inclusive of bank holidays</li>
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<li>Opportunities for professional development linked to many roles&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
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We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant's Employer Recognition Gold Award.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We prioritise the well-being and engagement of our employees through internal groups such as the Staff Forum, Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.&nbsp;
About the Council&nbsp;&nbsp;
Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people.&nbsp;
We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets.&nbsp;
Our services are built on our values: Pride in Charnwood; Customer Focused and Working Together&nbsp;
About Charnwood&nbsp;
We are proud of our borough, and it is a great place to live, work visit and invest in. Charnwood boasts breath-taking landscapes which are great to explore.&nbsp;
At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world class university, historic markets, and the only major bell foundry in the UK.&nbsp; It is a diverse community thanks to its student population and cultures from around the world.&nbsp;
For further information, please contact Paul Geary on 07751731234
No agencies please.

Charnwood Borough Council

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Contractual hours&nbsp;
2 Posts&nbsp;
1x 15 hours per week, Riversdale Court Birstall&nbsp;
1x 17 hours per week, Dudley Court Sileby
Working week is Monday to Friday 
Job overview We are looking for a passionate, dedicated and efficient team player to provide an excellent cleaning service at Riversdale Court Birstall.
 The Role You will ensure all internal and external communal areas are cleaned regularly and to a high standard. Having skills or knowledge and experience of large scale or commercial cleaning. Have an awareness of health and safety regulations.
 You will need to have a polite and courteous attitude, along with the appreciation and understanding of older/vulnerable people and their needs.
 You will be expected to cover other sheltered schemes throughout Charnwood Borough Council, for periods of sickness and annual leave.
 The successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
 We are a Disability Confident Employer and strive to promote a disability confident culture. To find out more about our Disability Confident commitments including reasonable adjustments and the guaranteed interview scheme please visit: <a href="http://www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/equality_diversity_and_inclusion" target="_blank">www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/equality_diversity_and_inclusion</a>.
 We prioritise the well-being and engagement of our employees through internal groups such as the Staff Forum, Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.
 The benefits of working with CBC:
• Generous annual leave of between 35.5 and 40.5 days of leave (depending on length of service), inclusive of bank holidays. • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme • Free parking
 About the Council Charnwood is one of the largest shire district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people.
 We offer a range of services, with everything from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets.
 Our services are built on our values: Pride in Charnwood; Customer Focused and Working Together.
 About Charnwood
We are proud of our borough, and it is a great place to live, work visit and invest in.
Charnwood boasts breath-taking landscapes which are great to explore.
At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world class university, historic markets, and the only major bell foundry in the UK. It is a diverse community thanks to its student population and cultures from around the world.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sharon Webster or Karen Barrett on 01509 643970.
When completing our online application please state your preferred location in your supporting statement.&nbsp;
 No agencies please.

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Closing Date: Midnight 24/02/2026
Provisional Interview date: During the week commencing 09/03/2026
Contract Type: Full Time (37 hours) / Permanent
To apply, please click 'Apply' above or send your CV and covering letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk</a>.
Winchester City Council has an exciting opportunity within its Planning Department to join our specialist Historic Environment Team. We are seeking an ambitious Urban Design Officer to assess and shape the most interesting and complex development projects in our district. The successful candidate will work widely with different departments across the Council and will be a key player in strategic projects.
Winchester is a former capital of England, the cradle of the nation. An urban area with a 2000-year history, a precious heritage that demands people of the highest calibre to care for it and to plan its future. Our district includes not only the cathedral city of Winchester, but also smaller towns and villages, beautiful countryside and a large part of the South Downs National Park. You will have the opportunity to use your expertise to shape and support ambitious sustainable development projects across the district.
The Historic Environment Team is a small but influential team within the Built Environment Service, made up of specialists in archaeology, historic buildings and urban design. We’re supportive and highly collaborative; we aspire to high standards in throughout our work. We are committed to your professional development and growth, while maximising work/life balance.
This vacancy has arisen through the promotion of the existing post holder within another council.
The Role
As an Urban Design Officer, you will:
- Provide urban design advice for pre-applications, planning applications and appeals
- Guide the Council’s Major Projects and New Homes teams
- Shape the development of masterplans and development frameworks for significant projects
- Contribute to the production of design codes, local planning policies and guidance documents
- Coordinate the Design Review Panel
- Advise elected members, informally and through committee meetings and presentations
- Support and train planning officers in urban design to ‘grow our own’
About you
Our ideal candidate would be a qualified urban designer, architect, landscape architect or town planner with several years’ experience in design for major development projects.
We have a good deal of work in historic environments and sensitive landscapes, so experience in historic building conservation and working with protected landscapes is desirable (although not essential).
What is most important to us is finding someone with the right fit, to work proactively and adaptably with us to negotiate and advocate for high quality design in new development. The right candidate will understand what it means to collaborate and engage effectively with a customer and our community stakeholders.
Our offices are based in the heart of Winchester and the successful candidates can benefit from:
- a hybrid working pattern, with up to 50% of your time working remotely;
- free parking across the district;
- paid Membership fees to your professional body;
- paid private healthcare (with optional upgrades);
- Local Government pension scheme, with 18% employer contributions;
- a supportive workplace culture, wellbeing support programmes;
- discounted bus travel and public transport loans, and
- volunteering opportunities.
If this sounds like the role for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Daniel Ayre, Historic Environment Team Leader, for an informal chat about the role on 01962848084 or by email to <a href="mailto:dayre@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">dayre@winchester.gov.uk</a>.
Winchester City Council are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applications.

Winchester City Council

Urban Design Officer

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Closing Date: Midnight 24/02/2026
Provisional Interview date: During the week commencing 09/03/2026
Contract Type: Full Time (37 hours) / Permanent
To apply, please click 'Apply' above or send your CV and covering letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk</a>.
Winchester City Council has an exciting opportunity within its Planning Department to join our specialist Historic Environment Team. We are seeking an ambitious Historic Environment Officer to play a vital role in the preservation and enhancement of the Winchester district’s historic environment through a busy development management workload and pro-active project work relating to historic assets and urban design matters. The successful candidate will work widely with different departments across the Council and will be a key player in strategic projects.
Winchester is a former capital of England, the cradle of the nation. An urban area with a 2000-year history, a precious heritage that demands people of the highest calibre to care for it and to plan its future. Our district includes not only the cathedral city of Winchester, but also smaller towns and villages, beautiful countryside and a large part of the South Downs National Park. You will have the opportunity to use your expertise to shape and support ambitious sustainable development projects across the district.
The Historic Environment Team is a small but influential team within the Built Environment Service, made up of specialists in archaeology, historic buildings and urban design. We’re a supportive and highly collaborative team, which aspires to high standards in throughout our work. We are committed to your professional development and growth, while maximising work/life balance.
This vacancy has arisen through the promotion of the existing post holder within another council.
The Role
As a Historic Environment Officer, you will:
- Provide heritage advice for pre-applications, planning applications and appeals relating to new works to historic buildings and in historic contexts
- Provide specialist heritage input into enforcement investigations relating to listed buildings
- Assist in the review of conservation areas and preparation of appraisal documents
- Help to formulate Council policies for the historic environment
- Contribute to guidance and presentations about the historic environment for public and specialist audiences.
- Advise elected members, informally and through committee meetings and presentations
- Support and train planning officers in Heritage and Design matters to ‘grow our own’
About you
Our ideal candidate would be an experienced conservation officer, heritage consultant, or town planner.
What is most important to us is finding someone with the right fit, to work proactively and adaptably with us to negotiate and advocate for high quality design in new development. The right candidate will understand what it means to collaborate and engage effectively with a customer and our community stakeholders.
Our offices are based in the heart of Winchester and the successful candidates can benefit from:
- a hybrid working pattern, with up to 50% of your time working remotely,
- free parking across the district;
- essential car user allowance;
- paid Membership fees to your professional body;
- paid private healthcare (with optional upgrades);
- Local Government pension scheme, with 18% employer contributions;
- Supportive workplace culture, wellbeing support programmes;
- discounted bus travel and public transport loans, and
- volunteering opportunities.
If this sounds like the role for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Daniel Ayre, Historic Environment Team Leader, for an informal chat about the role on 01962848084 or by email to <a href="mailto:dayre@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">dayre@winchester.gov.uk</a>.
Winchester City Council are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applications.

Historic Environment Officer

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How to Apply &nbsp;- Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.&nbsp; If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit&nbsp; <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk" target="_blank">https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk</a>
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - <a href="https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/</a>
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application &amp; selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.&nbsp;
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form. &nbsp;
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.&nbsp;
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.



Lunchtime Assistant
St Michael’s Easthampstead CE VA Primary School is a friendly school with a caring Christian ethos where all staff are committed to ensuring every child achieves to the best of their ability.&nbsp; We have an exciting opportunity for a Lunchtime Assistant to start work in our lovely school.
What we are looking for:
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<li>Enthusiastic, creative and a passionate nature</li>
<li>An engaging, warm personality</li>
<li>Positive behaviour management with a therapeutic approach</li>
<li>Willingness to work as part of a team</li>
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The right candidate will:
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<li>Have a nurturing outlook and approach</li>
<li>Develop positive relationships with students, parents and staff</li>
<li>Have an ability to work using their own initiative</li>
<li>Have a high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults</li>
<li>Adapt to changing situations and learn new skills</li>
<li>Be resilient and have good behaviour management</li>
<li>Be a team player and work closely with other staff members within the school</li>
<li>Have experience of working with children ideally those with SEN</li>
<li>Have knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures</li>
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We can offer:
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<li>An ambitious, highly skilled team to work with</li>
<li>Wonderful, friendly children who want to learn</li>
<li>A community dedicated to learning and willing to try new things</li>
<li>A supportive SLT that values wellbeing.</li>
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Working pattern: Monday to Friday 11.50am to 1.30pm but with some flexibility required.&nbsp; This is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2026.
Please complete the online application form on the Bracknell Forest website. Only applications received via Bracknell Forest will be considered. No agencies please.
Applications will be considered as they arrive.&nbsp; The school reserves the right to close this advert once sufficient applications have been received.

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Deputy Registrar - fixed term/secondment opportunity for 6 monthsSalary: Band: 5, £26,473 - £28,239 per annum (£15,883 - £16,943 for 22.2 hours), plus contractual overtime1 x 22.2 hours per week - fixed term/secondment opportunity for 6 months - with the possibility of being made permanent - working hours/days to be discussed at interview. Plus 48 hours per annum contractual overtime (worked on Saturdays).About Portsmouth City CouncilPortsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/" target="_blank">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.Job introductionWe are looking for a Deputy Registrar. This is a part time, fixed term role (22.2 hours) based at Portsmouth Register Office, PO1 3AF. We are looking for a confident, positive and energetic Deputy Registrar to join our team. The successful candidate will have strong organisational, communication and IT skills and thrive on assisting members of the public at key moments in their livesYour New RoleWorking in the Portsmouth Register Office you will be registering births, deaths, stillbirths, civil partnerships, and marriages. You will be responsible for preparing certificates for members of the public and making appointments for people to come to the office to register births, deaths, stillbirths and to give notice of marriages and civil partnerships. The role also involves the duty of taking notices of marriage and civil partnership.There is currently a requirement to work 48 hours per year as contractual overtime to cover Saturday ceremonies booked to take place at Milldam House, licenced venues, and churches within the City of Portsmouth. These hours are worked on a rota basis, working one in four Saturday's during each month. During the months of April to September this is likely to increase to two in four Saturdays. These 48 hours are in addition to the set 22.2 hours worked on a weekly basis and are reviewed annually and may therefore fluctuate from one year to another.There will also be occasional additional weekend work on Sundays and Bank Holidays as requested to cover ceremony duties. These are on a voluntary basis and not included in the 48 hours contractual overtime requirement. The successful candidate will be prepared to train as a Deputy Superintendent Registrar which will allow the officer to conduct marriage/civil partnership ceremonies and private citizenship ceremonies.Who is the person summary:You will have experience of working in a front-line customer service role, within the registration service is desirable. As well as excellent accuracy, an attention to detail and neat handwriting, you will be patient, tactful and empathetic as you will be dealing with people who may be in a highly emotional state in sometimes difficult situations. You will also have the ability to understand and apply complex legislation and be able to work on your own as there will be times when you are working with limited supervision.Our recruitment processFull information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/" target="_blank">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a>Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post.You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had.If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at<a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact<a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>

Deputy Registrar - fixed term/secondment opportunity for 6 months

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The Governors of Springwell Park are seeking to add to our lunchtime team and appoint a hardworking and enthusiastic mid-day supervisor to help our children have a happy and enjoyable lunchtime, supervise children as they eat their dinners and help them play well together
We are looking for applicants who are highly motivated and flexible with a passion for working with children.&nbsp; The safety and well-being of our children is a priority and the successful candidate will be expected to take a role in the effective implementation of all school policies and procedures linked to safeguarding and child protection.&nbsp; In-house training will be provided.
The posts are all subject to successful enhanced DBS disclosure.
Due to the nature of work the above posts are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointments will only be confirmed if satisfactory Enhanced Disclosures are obtained from the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; “The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment."
The hours are as follows:
5 hrs per week (1 hr per day, Monday to Friday) term time only.&nbsp; The contract will start as soon as possible and will be permanent subject to a 6 month probationary period.
Please return completed application forms to: <a href="mailto:vacancies@springwellpark.org.uk" target="_blank">vacancies@springwellpark.org.uk</a>
Please ensure there are no unaccounted for gaps in employment or training history and that you have 2 recent referee details on your application form.
The closing date is Monday 2nd February 2026

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About UsThis is an exciting time for West Sussex Children We Care For Services following the service achieving a 'Good' judgment in our Ofsted inspection in March 2023, we are now embarking on the next phase of our journey to develop and sustain outstanding services for our children and families.Our dedicated Children We Care For service have a passion for making a difference to our looked after children, alongside an interest and experience of the adoption process. Working with children remaining in long term care where it is not safe for them to return home, children who may be placed for adoption and children leaving care. With a focus on outcomes-based care planning for children, including access to an in-house therapeutic assessment and intervention team, you will enjoy working with young children and/or teenagers to support them to achieve and plan to build their lives as young adults ready to leave care and live independently.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.The OpportunitySalary: £29,540 to £32,061 per annumWorking Pattern: Full time - 37 hours per weekContract: PermanentLocation: Durban House - Bognor Regis (currently from Chichester due to temporary closure of Durban House)We are seeking a dedicated Child and Family Worker to join our Children We Care For team based in Bognor Regis.You will develop and offer a creative range of services for children and their families to meet needs as identified e.g. undertaking direct work and purposeful interventions with children, young people, parents / carers, families and groups, and delivering support packages or specific programmes.Services will be provided in partnership with families, aiming to support them to make positive change and to enable children and young people to reach their full potential.You will need to establish effective working relationships with colleagues within Children's Social Care, Foster Carers and other statutory and voluntary agencies, for example staff from health and education, in order to provide an integrated service.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (used for shortlisting criteria):<ul><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to organise and present information clearly, concisely, and accurately in ways that promote understanding, both verbally and in writing, including the ability to persuade and successfully convince others of the need to take a specific course of action and gain the trust of service users.</li><li>Ability to analyse and interpret information in order to manage casework with children / young people and their families, assessing needs, setting objectives and reviewing progress.</li><li>Ability to engage and intervene in partnership with children/young people, their families, and other external agencies in order to effect positive and lasting change. Ability to work in an empowering way, focusing on collective strengths and resources, e.g., using a solution focused approach, and responding flexibly to diverse groups and service users whilst maintaining confidentiality.</li><li>Ability to prioritise and manage own workload, co-ordinating a range of tasks in a clear and logical way to meet agreed deadlines, whilst working towards clear goals. Able to reflect on own practice and learn from experience, taking responsibility for proactive professional development.</li><li>Ability to maintain clear, accurate records of all work undertaken and produce case reports and correspondence for a variety of audiences including meetings, conferences, court panels and other agencies.</li><li>Sound and accurate IT skills, including report writing, maintaining accurate records, ensuring confidentiality, and protecting information.</li></ul>Qualifications, knowledge and experience:<ul><li>GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy.</li><li>QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent), or demonstrable equivalent comparable experience.</li><li>An understanding of systems, procedures and policies relevant to Children's Social Care e.g., child protection and safeguarding procedures, practice and policy. Desirable</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of the development of children and young people, and age-appropriate behaviour.</li><li>An understanding of a range of interventions that can be used with children, young people and families to achieve change.</li><li>Sound and accurate IT knowledge e.g., Microsoft Office, in order to produce written reports.</li><li>Experience of providing advice and guidance to others.</li><li>Significant experience of using a range of direct work interventions in working with children, young people and their families.</li><li>Experience of working with children/young people and their families in crisis or complex situations. Desirable</li><li>Experience of using assessment planning and reviewing processes.</li><li>Experience of working in a Social Care Environment. Desirable</li><li>Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multiagency setting.</li><li>Requirement to communicate in English with members of the public</li><li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes available.</li></ul>Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:How to ApplyThe reference number for this role is CAFHE06136.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Amy Thompson at For issues or queries regarding your application please contact To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover letter.In your cover letter outline your motivation for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the above details and job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact .We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

Child and Family Worker - Children We Care For

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Salary: £36,360 - £46,845 pro rata per annum inclusive of market rate supplement (£43,454 - £55,984 FTE equivalent)Contract: Fixed Term Contract - 1 year. Working pattern: Part-time - 30 hours per week, can be discussed at interview Location: Based at County Hall North, with countywide travel.There has never been a more exciting and interesting time to join West Sussex Fostering Service. We have embarked on an audacious development journey, which aims to make our service the service of choice for foster carers in West Sussex. At the heart of our vision is the need to keep the children we care for in their local area, to enable sibling groups to remain living together and to ensure that each and every West Sussex child is provided with outstanding therapeutic care; and we need your help to achieve this.As a Social Worker within the Fostering Recruitment and Assessment Team, you will have excellent interpersonal and assessment skills and be confident in providing analysis on complex situations including matters pertaining to safeguarding and safe care. You will have a good understanding of what it takes to be a foster carer / Supported Lodgings Host and an appreciation for both how challenging and rewarding the role can be. A good working knowledge of Attachment, the impact of developmental trauma on children and families and the application of therapeutic parenting will all be required in the role. Key tasks and responsibilities are wide ranging and among others include support with the delivery of 'The Skills to Foster Course' and open evenings to meet with prospective foster carers and Supported Lodgings hosts. Our ideal candidate will be confident in their assessment and written skills, an excellent communicator and able to work effectively with prospective applicants and their families. Your role will involve undertaking initial visits following initial enquiries and completing fostering and Supported Lodgings assessments. Candidates should be familiar with all relevant statutory guidance and legislation, and it is essential that you have an appreciation for how integral foster carers are to the wellbeing and success of the children we care for. About usHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for the children and families in West Sussex we support. You will join us as at a key time on our improvement journey. The work we have started includes establishing a new and experienced senior leadership team, driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan and implementing the Family Safeguarding Practice Model. You will be trained in motivational interviewing, to support our strengths-based approach to working with families and creating lasting change for children.We don't underestimate the work that still needs to be undertaken and the challenge ahead, we are confident in our approach and excited about the changes occurring. That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Required experience and skillsKey Skills: <ul><li>Able to analyse and interpret complex information and data into cohesive well written Form F assessments / Supported Lodgings assessments. </li><li>Able to work proactively as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li><li>Able to work in partnership with carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li><li>Able to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format.</li><li>Able to recognise limits of own accountability and responsibility and seek appropriate support, advice and supervision.</li></ul>Qualifications and/or experience: <ul><li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li><li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li><li>Evidence of at least one year's experience post qualification.</li><li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li><li>Knowledge of theoretical Social Work concepts and practices, with demonstrable examples of dealing with a breadth of complex issues and situations, for example, attachment, impact of developmental trauma and child development, motivational interviewing, relational practice, solution-focussed interventions and systemic working. A good understanding of anti-oppressive, anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practice in social work.</li><li>Experience of effective partnership working and forming effective working relationships with individuals and colleagues, focusing on the needs and handling conflict and disagreement.</li><li>Experience of effectively coaching and supervising others, acting as practice role model and promoting exemplary practice.</li><li>Experience of managing levels of risk within a caseload of complex cases.</li><li>Readiness to work towards Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS) qualification at Stage one or equivalent.</li><li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes are available.</li></ul>Reward and benefitsFor a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee, please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further informationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE06142.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, please contact Janine Hernandez (Service Manager) at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>. For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter outline your motivations for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. You must be able to travel throughout the county including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

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Chelmsford City Council is looking for a proactive and dedicated individual to join our Facilities Management Team as a Civic Porter. In this important role, you’ll help keep the Civic Centre running smoothly by carrying out a range of tasks. These include receiving and sorting post, helping with minor maintenance, setting up furniture in rooms, keeping&nbsp;outdoor areas clean, and helping ensure the building and our users stays safe and secure.
Working 15 hours per week typically Tuesday and Wednesday within a 3-week shift rota. Morning shifts are usually 7am to 3pm and afternoon shifts are usually Midday to 8pm.
We’re looking for someone who has some experience with basic maintenance and is comfortable using a computer for simple tasks. You’ll need to be well-organised and follow safe working practices.
The successful applicant will be based mostly at the Civic Centre Offices in Chelmsford, but may be required to travel to sites within the district. Please be aware that porters may be required to be ‘on call’ outside of the normal hours of service, on a rota basis to cover overnight and weekend call outs. The post holder should be able to attend the Civic Centre site within 30 minutes.
Please note should sufficient applications be received prior to the closing date, we may close the role for applications early.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.

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About The JobSalary: £60,562 to £64,711 (includes 10% market rate supplement) Working Pattern: Full Time (37 hours) Contract Length: Fixed Term / Secondment Location: Bognor Regis (County Hall, Chichester in the interim) with countywide travelInternal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.We have an exciting career opportunity to join our Assessment and Intervention team as a Team Manager. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring children and young people are safeguarded and protected while demonstrating great leadership, excellent practice and robust support. In Assessment and Intervention, you will lead a well-established, dynamic team, ensuring that children and young people are safeguarded, and cases are dealt with in a timely and professional manner. You will provide expert supervision, mentoring, and coaching to foster reflective and relationship-based practice within your team. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of service strategies and actively drive best practices in safeguarding.We are looking for a candidate with strong leadership potential who is eager to inspire, motivate, and support a team by cultivating a positive environment. Additionally, you shall be passionate about safeguarding children. You should be able to manage and balance multiple responsibilities effectively while meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards of practice. Collaboration with other team managers and sharing knowledge will be key as you support each other's duties when needed and contribute to our ongoing improvement Ofsted journey.Take the next step in your career and apply for this opportunity to lead with excellence, continue delivering outstanding practice, and make a positive impact on the lives of children and families.About YouSome of the key skills and experience/qualifications we are looking for:<ul><li>The ability to provide comprehensive professional advice and support within the service specialism, including tackling difficult problems of a technical, professional, resource or people related nature.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This will include the ability to develop effective long-term relationships both with other teams across WSCC and external partners enabling the achievement of high-quality outcomes.</li><li>Effective people and performance management skills and the ability to provide direction and motivate the team to deliver quality professional practice.</li><li>Understands the need for emotional intelligence/resilience, specifically in relation to risk.</li><li>A recognised Social Work qualification and certificate e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate.</li><li>A recognised post qualifying award in Social Work or demonstrable evidence of continuous professional development at a similar level.</li><li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li><li>Experience in dealing with significant issues, for example management of complex child protection matters, staff under performance, managing resources to address team performance priorities through allocation of limited resources.</li><li>Expert relevant experience in specialist area, including sound relevant operational experience in social work, ideally working as a senior practitioner or small team leader/supervisor.</li><li>Experience of managing a small budget and/or contributing to financially related decisions on larger spends, how cost-effective decisions are made and operating within the financial constraints.</li></ul>For full list of key skills and experience / qualifications please see our job description attached.Rewards &amp; BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work you do.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do, and we are proud to be a support and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE06133.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Sarah Smith (Service Manager) on and for issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, SWE Registration, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

Team Manager - Assessment and Intervention

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About the RoleSalary: £44,844 - £57,775 (inclusive of market supplement)Contract: PermanentWorking Pattern: Full time, hybrid working 37 hours per weekLocation: Chichester*Please note that interviews for this role will take place in the New Year.'West Sussex is passionate about supporting children and families to achieve positive outcomes. I feel fortunate to work within a supportive and collaborative team, where everyone is committed to making a difference. My manager has been consistently encouraging and approachable, which has allowed me to grow in confidence and develop professionally. I genuinely enjoy being part of a team that values each other and works together to support those who need us most.' - Madlen, Social Worker in Family SafeguardingJoining the Family Safeguarding team in our Western Team, you will be providing purposeful, multidisciplinary support to children between the ages of 0 and 18 and to their parents/carers and wider family.We are looking for passionate, motivated, and resilient social workers who are excited by a different way of delivering support to children and families to enable lasting change. You will have specialist knowledge of social work practice and expertise to take the lead in complex situations, with the support of our fantastic small practice teams. You will work within a positive, nurturing environment where successes are celebrated and individuals within the team are supported to grow and develop.Family Safeguarding is a whole family, strengths-based approach to safeguarding children who need support or are at risk of harm. We work with families to help them identify and make real changes, so that they can stay together, and children can remain safely at home. For more information, please watch our video on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4pKniRiw28" target="_blank">Family Safeguarding in West Sussex</a>.How We Support YouAt West Sussex County Council, we aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:<ul><li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child &amp; Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li><li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li><li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li><li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li><li>An excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a></li><li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li><li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li></ul><ul><li>For a full list this can be found at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a></li></ul>About YouAbout youJust some of the skills and experience you will need include:<ul><li>Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.</li><li>Proactively work as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li><li>Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li><li>Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li></ul><ul><li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li><li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li><li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li><li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars are available.</li></ul>For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description attached.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a support and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE006048. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Moira Keen at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank">moira.keen</a><a href="mailto:" target="_blank">@westsussex.gov.uk</a> or Joan Green at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a> and for issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

Social Worker- Family Safeguarding - Chichester

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An exciting opportunity has arisen within Waste Services for the recruitment of 6 x Waste Management Team Leader/Driver positions based at the Robert Hodge Centre in Skelmersdale.
As part of our commitment to reducing waste and increasing reuse and recycling, you will work closely with our existing Waste Services teams and Waste Management Officers to deliver an excellent service to our residents.
We’re looking for candidates with strong interpersonal skills who can work effectively with residents, colleagues, and partner organisations to achieve great outcomes.
What we’re looking for:
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<li>Friendly, motivated individuals</li>
<li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills</li>
<li>Active individuals that enjoy working outdoors</li>
<li>Available to work a 4‑day week (Tuesday to Friday)</li>
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What we offer:
We pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive employer. Joining us means you can benefit from:
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<li>Competitive, incremental salary</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Family‑friendly policies</li>
<li>And much more—discover all our benefits on our&nbsp;Benefits of Working for the Council&nbsp;page.</li>
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If you’re passionate about making a positive difference in our community, we’d love to hear from you!

Waste Management Driver/Team Leader

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Why Us?
It’s time to join West Lancs as we embark on delivering our new and ambitious Vision and Priorities. &nbsp;With a focus on environmental sustainability, generating economic prosperity, building inclusive &amp; healthy communities and financial resilience, we are looking for exceptional candidates to help shape our future. You will be joining an organisation that puts its customers first, takes responsibility and works together with a can-do attitude, all while challenging the status quo to deliver exceptional outcomes for our communities.&nbsp;
Your Role!
To provide an effective and efficient customer focused service to Housing Register applicants, prospective and new tenants ensuring the highest standards of customer care.
To find out more about West Lancashire Borough Council, Please follow the link to view the Role Profile.
About You!
You’re a confident and compassionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. You understand the importance of getting people into safe, secure homes &nbsp;and you’re ready to make a real difference in your community.
We’re looking for someone who:
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<li>Has experience in housing allocations, lettings, or a related field</li>
<li>Communicates clearly and empathetically with people from all walks of life</li>
<li>Is highly organised, and a proactive approach to problem-solving</li>
<li>Has an understanding of housing legislation, allocations policies, and safeguarding principles</li>
<li>Works well independently and as part of a team, managing competing priorities with professionalism</li>
<li>Is committed to equality, diversity, and delivering excellent public service</li>
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If you’re passionate about helping people find the right home and want to be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and impact &nbsp;we’d love to hear from you.
What's in it for you?
We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement, flexible working, a generous employer pension contribution scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.
If you are eager to be part of a transformative journey and make a tangible impact, West Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.

Lettings Officer

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Do you…….
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<li>Enjoy working in a busy, customer-focused environment?</li>
<li>Have a passion for delivering excellent customer service?</li>
<li>Want a new and exciting challenge?</li>
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If the answer to these questions is "yes", this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, customer-focused individual to join our busy Customer Services Revenue &amp; Benefits call handling team.
About You!
You will be the first point of contact for all revenue &amp; benefit enquiries through our Contact Centre. You will respond to customer enquiries and establish which services are required, whilst ensuring that appropriate information and advice is given regarding the Council's revenue &amp; benefit services.
You will be a team player, can work with minimal supervision, have excellent communication skills, can act as an advocate and deal sympathetically and empathetically with a wide range of customers.&nbsp;
You will need to be flexible in your approach to working hours to meet the needs of the service which is provided between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Working patterns to be agreed.
What's in it for you?
We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement, Local Government Pension Scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.
So, if you think you are up to the challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Customer Service Assistant - Revenues and Benefits

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

Customer Services is one of the largest departments in Coventry City Council and are the front face of the organisation.&nbsp; We are usually the first port of call for customer enquiries across the council.&nbsp; Our fast-paced telephone teams deal with thousands of calls and emails a week,&nbsp;we have a dynamic Customer Service Centre with around 2500 visitors a week approaching us for a wide range of enquiries from paying their council tax to seeking help to access services and dedicated support teams&nbsp;who process bookings, timesheets and general administration work for the whole organisation.

You may be based in one of several locations, we have a Customer Service Centre right in the heart of the city; Friargate – a large purpose built office by the train station along with several reception points across the city.

Joining Customer Services is a really good stepping stone into a long term career with the Council, depending on the role you are offered you will learn about other parts of the organisation

We want every single customer to have a positive experience when approaching the council and would welcome you being part of the team.
Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? Customer Services Advisor Level 1 – Full Time PermanentJoin our vibrant Customer Services team and be part of the heartbeat of our organisation!&nbsp;We're recruiting for multiple exciting roles where you'll be the first point of contact for making a real difference in people's day. With supportive teams, flexible shifts between 8:30 and 17:00, and plenty of opportunities to grow your skills, there’s never been a better time to step into a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Ready to make your mark? We want to hear from you!We have a couple of full-time permanent positions availableGeneral Enquiries&nbsp;: You will be answering customer enquiries, raising service requests for council departments, completing applications, and sign-posting as appropriate. Customer Services is the face of the Council, and you will be the first port of call for a broad range of enquiries from customers wanting to book a civil ceremony to those wanting to report fly-tipping.In this customer and performance focussed environment you will need excellent communication skills, be able to deal with a diverse range of customers and able to work in a target driven, fast-paced environment. Ideally you will have experience of working in a contact centre environment although training will be given.Closing date 3rd February 2026. &nbsp;Assessments will consist of a competency-based interview and a work-based role-play exercise taking place week commencing 9th February. If you are successful in this stage you will be invited to an Interview, which will take place week commencing 16th February. If you aren’t sure or have some questions, we’d be happy to talk to you, call Mandy on 02476977277 &nbsp;or Lauren on and 02476977542 during office hours for an informal conversation about the role.We will use this interview to assess your English fluency as set out in part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.  We have a duty to ensure our employees have the necessary standard of spoken English in all public sector customer-facing roles.Applicants that have been through a Customer Services Assessment Centre and been unsuccessful in the last 12 months need not apply.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK for at least 12 months. We are currently not Offering sponsorship for this role.Please note: Only some Customer Services Adviser Level 1 roles require a DBS, therefore some posts are exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).Who are we looking for? <ul><li>Care about delivering an excellent service to every internal and external customer</li><li>Excellent communication skills, confident in face to face, telephone and written activity</li><li>Ability to support a diverse customer base</li><li>Ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Ability to respond to change positively</li><li>To Be Flexible to the needs of the service</li><li>Good IT skills</li><li>An understanding of the range of services provided by the council.</li></ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable. 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>

Customer Services Advisor Level 1

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An opportunity has arisen within the Environment &amp; Regeneration directorate for a Catering Assistant to work under the supervision of the Cook and/or Assistant Cook to assist and carry out any instructions given in the preparation, cooking and serving of food, clearing away, washing up, cleaning processes or handling of cash.
Multiple positions are available - please state on your application your preferred location of work.





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School/location


Hours per week




BG01643


Coed y Garn Primary, Nantyglo


10 hours per week - Fixed Term - March 26




BG01543


Beaufort Hill Primary, Ebbw Vale


10 hours per week – Fixed Term 3 months




BG01661


Deighton Primary, Tredegar


10 hours per week – permanent




You will be prepared to work additional hours or at any reasonable time of day as required in order to ensure the smooth running of the catering unit.
The successful candidate will possess a current Food Safety Level II qualification and be willing to undertake any training considered necessary for the post.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.&nbsp; A comprehensive pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child Barred List

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. &nbsp;We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here: -
<a href="https://www.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/en/home/" target="_blank">https://www.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/en/home/</a>
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Amanda Baird 07814 645181
Closing Date:


30 January 2026 at 12:00 midnight




Interview Date:


10 February 2026

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