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About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamChildren's Social Care at London Borough of Sutton are in the midst of a significant transformation driven by the growing demand for our services. Our focus is on implementing comprehensive changes to elevate the quality of care provided to children and families, while also fostering positive and supportive work environments for our staff. Through strategic recruitment of new leaders and experienced managers, we are infusing innovative ideas and driving meaningful changes throughout our service delivery. Our ultimate aim is to establish ourselves as a leading authority in children's social care, committed to delivering exceptional support that positively impacts the well-being of our community and provides an inclusive, diverse and stable workforce.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateWe are looking to recruit a dynamic and conscientious individual to join the Kinship Assessment Team and Family Home for Independent Living (Supported Lodging) Scheme as Team Manager - Children’s Social Care.&nbsp;Key elements of the role are:&nbsp;<ul><li>Effective team management and oversight</li><li>Delivery of high quality, reflective supervision</li><li>Compliance and Quality assurance</li><li>Performance Management</li><li>Effective management and delivery of change</li></ul>As a Team Manager reporting to the Service Manager, you will lead the Kinship Team and Supported Lodging Service, ensuring effective service delivery within timelines and budget. You will model best practices, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and guide your team through complex procedural matters while supporting their professional development. You will manage a dedicated group of at least four social workers, delivering high-quality support to kinship and Special Guardians. Your team will assess connected persons during care proceedings and provide ongoing assistance to approved carers. We value each staff member and promote leadership and exemplary practice.You will assist the Service Manager in fostering a learning culture through supervision, mentoring, and sharing knowledge. Working within relevant frameworks, you will help reduce the need for services and promote independence. This fast-paced role requires collaboration with stakeholders, including social workers, Youth Offending Teams, and independent providers, to address the needs of vulnerable children and young peopleAdditionally, you will oversee the Sutton Supported Lodging Scheme (Family Homes for Independent Living), designed to provide a family environment for young people aged 16 and over who require extra support to reach their potential. You will lead staff, ensure young people’s needs are met, manage budgets, and maintain a safe environment while liaising with external agencies.For more information about the role and/or an informal conversation, view the Role Profile or contact&nbsp; Geeta Rath, Service Lead - <a href="mailto:geeta.rath@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">geeta.rath@sutton.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:recruitment@sutton.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@sutton.gov.uk</a>The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge and experience in managing a team, along with a solid understanding of legislation pertaining to children looked after and care leavers. Strong leadership and management skills are essential, as is the ability to motivate and support your team effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for building relationships with stakeholders. Additionally, you should be capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines while working under pressure. A commitment to early intervention and prevention is also crucial for success in this roleWe expect all suitable candidates to demonstrate the following competences:.<ul><li>Having a social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England</li><li>A minimum of 3 years post qualification and management experience, demonstrating the&nbsp; development of an advanced level of knowledge&nbsp;</li><li>Experience and skill in leading multi-agency planning groups involving stakeholders, partners, parents, carers &amp; colleagues e.g placement stability meetings, placement consultation/planning meetings</li><li>Experience of management within children’s social care services with specific knowledge and interest in Special Guardianship and Connected Persons</li><li>Experience of working with and managing support lodging.</li><li>Excellent written, verbal, communication and analytical skills as well as an ability to build relationships with practitioners, families and partners.</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Kingston Upon Thames & Sutton Councils

Team Manager - Kinship Team and Supported Lodging Service

About the role:The RoleWe are looking for a passionate and proactive Residential Development Officer to join our Learning and Development team. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality training and development initiatives for our Children’s Home Residential Services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and promoting best practice.Key Responsibilities<ul> <li>Support the development and implementation of workforce strategies.</li> <li>Design and deliver blended learning interventions tailored to residential childcare.</li> <li>Collaborate with internal teams and external training providers to ensure high-quality delivery.</li> <li>Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness and compliance with Ofsted and health &amp; safety standards.</li> <li>Manage projects and contribute to the Learning and Development Annual Service Plan.</li> <li>Provide expert advice on workforce development and training design.</li></ul> We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. About you: We’re seeking someone with: <ul> <li>A relevant qualification in training, learning &amp; development, or residential childcare (Level 4/5 QCF or equivalent).</li> <li>Experience in delivering learning and development projects, ideally within residential childcare.</li> <li>Strong understanding of blended learning and the needs of children in care.</li> <li>Excellent communication, planning, and presentation skills.</li> <li>A proactive, solution-focused approach and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li> </ul> Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Birmingham Children's Trust

Residential Development Officer (Training Lead) 

Do you want to make a Real Difference in People&amp;©s LivesAre you passionate about helping people find safe, secure housing? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment?In this role you will be the first point of contact for residents in housing need. This is a vital role where you will be providing support to the Housing Options teams in allocating new cases and identifying emergencies for immediate action.Key responsibilities will include:Supporting the Housing Options and Lettings Teams in preventing homelessness and promoting housing stability.Be the first point of contact for housing enquiries via phone, email, and in personTriage and allocate new cases to Housing Options Officers, identifying emergencies for immediate actionProviding comprehensive advice on housing options, homelessness legislation, and the Council&amp;©s lettings policyMaintaining accurate records and case notes to support legal decisions and service coordinationIn order to be competent in this role it is essential that you have experience working in housing advice, homelessness services, or a housing-related field, along with having:Proven experience in a front-line, customer-led service, particularly supporting vulnerable individualsA practical working knowledge of housing and homelessness legislation.The ability to assess housing need and identify statutory dutiesStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to remain calm and empathetic in challenging situationsFor an informal discussion about the role please contact Nancy Fraser on 01233 330821Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/yoznek4h/1735b-housing-options-triage-officer-july-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>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>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. 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.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.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





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Ashford Borough Council

Housing Options Triage Officer

<h5>The Opportunity and the context </h5>💼 Role Overview We are looking for someone who can:<ul><li>Support the development and management of the Net Zero Go (NZG) platform. <a href="https://netzerogo.org.uk/" target="_blank">Click here for more details.</a></li><li>Coordinate stakeholder engagement and the collation and promotion of content.</li><li>Promote platform benefits to improve user engagement.</li><li>Facilitate knowledge-sharing to help local authorities in their journey to clean energy.</li></ul>The role holder will be part of the Greater South East Net Zero team, which is in the Place &amp; Connectivity Directorate at CPCA.🔧 What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Promote platform benefits and user engagement.</li><li>Manage content to ensure relevance and accuracy.</li><li>Identify user needs and platform improvements.</li><li>Monitor contract KPIs and track project milestones.</li><li>Act as the main contact for regional hubs and end-users.</li></ul><h5>What we're looking for </h5>👀 We’re looking for someone with:<ul><li>Experience in energy, sustainability, or local government.</li><li>Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.</li><li>Technical and analytical skills, with the ability to solve problems and pre-empt issues</li><li>Experience in project coordination and digital content management.</li><li>Understanding of local authority net-zero goals and challenges.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines independently.</li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5>✅ What we offer:<ul><li>Flexible, home-based working with travel for key meetings/events.</li><li>The opportunity to shape a national platform supporting climate</li><li>Collaborative work with government, local authorities, and</li><li>Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional and national</li><li>A role centered on creativity, collaboration, and community</li><li>Opportunities for personal development and continuous</li></ul>📝 Job DescriptionYou can view the full Job Description for this role <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/documents/HR/job-vacancies/Net-Zero-Go-Project-Officer-JDPS.pdf" target="_blank">here.</a><h4>📌 Key Details</h4>🔗 How to ApplyPlease email your CV and covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-</a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">ca.gov.uk</a>.Your covering letter must demonstrate how you meet the Knowledge, Skills and Experience outlined in the job description.Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.📅 Key Dates<ul><li>Closing date: Monday 4th August at 9am</li><li>Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different</li><li>First Stage Interviews will be held remotely w/c 18th August</li></ul>📌 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.📩 EnquiriesFor more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>🚫 Right to WorkThis role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.🤝 Our CommitmentWe are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities</a><a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.





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Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority

Net Zero Project Go Officer

Job DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestGrade:&nbsp;PO5£50,574 - £53,607&nbsp; Contract Type: Full time/Permanent Working hours per week:&nbsp;36Application Deadline: 06/08/202Proposed Interview Date(s):&nbsp;TBC Reference: 1812About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp;About the role:&nbsp;As an FFT Therapist, the role involves delivering specialised Functional Family Therapy to children and families experiencing complex relational and behavioural challenges. Therapists work across developmental stages and diverse family structures, offering interventions within a multi-disciplinary framework. Central to the role is maintaining a caseload of families, where the therapist draws on advanced assessment skills and systemic formulation to guide evidence-based interventions. These interventions are delivered in accordance with the FFT Standard or FFT Child Welfare model, under the guidance of an FFT Supervisor and National Consultant, and always grounded in a strengths-based, collaborative methodology.FFT Therapists are required to work closely with professionals from a range of sectors including Education, Social Care, Health, and the voluntary sector, sharing complex and often sensitive information in a way that supports the child and family’s needs. In doing so, therapists uphold responsibilities relating to safeguarding, criminal justice, and statutory guidance, and contribute written and verbal reports, both standard and non-standard, as needed. Participation in regular FFT audits and routine collection and analysis of quantitative and qualitative outcome data is also essential to demonstrate clinical effectiveness and inform service development.The role demands a commitment to equity and cultural competence, ensuring practice is respectful and attuned to the needs of families from varied racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds. FFT Therapists must advocate for the FFT model and the value of relational interventions within internal teams and across external networks, representing the service at multi-agency forums both locally and regionally. Additionally, the role includes a strong focus on clinical and social care governance, ensuring adherence to health and safety legislation, equal opportunities policies, and all relevant Council procedures<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Functional%20Family%20Therapist%20(1812).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;</a>Experience<ul> <li>Substantial (3 years+) post qualifying experience (Social Work, Occupational Health and Nursing) with children&nbsp; and families in a relevant setting</li> <li>Minimum five years’ experience of working with children and/or adolescents with complex emotional and behavioural problems and their families.</li> <li>Experience of specialist systemic assessment, formulation and intervention with children, young people and families in either community, primary care, CAMHS or inpatient settings.</li> <li>Experience of working with a high degree of professionalism in the face of emotive and distressing&nbsp; &nbsp; problems, heightened emotions with a wide variety of client groups across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity.</li> <li>Experience of working in a (multidisciplinary) team.</li> <li>Experience of working with a range of childhood disorders at the acute and chronic stage.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience of self-harm assessment and intervention with both individuals and their families.</li> <li>Experience of risk assessment, risk management and safety planning.</li> <li>Intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration. This requires the use of highly developed analytical and judgement skills, where there are a range of options.</li> <li>Ability to work in community and family settings, managing the highly complex emotional relationships within and between the component parts of the family and how it interacts with the professional system in ways which maximise the potential for therapeutic outcomes.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Ability to work with families who are experiencing high levels of stress.</li> <li>Ability to apply a clinical model of systemic theory and intervention and the ability to achieve adherence to a clinical model.</li> <li>Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.</li> <li>Ability to act upon consultation and feedback.</li> <li>Ability to develop pragmatic and goal specific measurable steps that can be set out for children and their families.</li> <li>Ability to multi-task and manage competing demands; planning and organising skills for caseload management.</li> <li>Demonstrate clear and effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in an understandable way.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrate a commitment to anti-oppressive practice and working within a multi-cultural framework.</li> <li>Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of legislation and guidance in relation to child protection.</li> <li>Demonstrable experience of working within a multi-agency environment</li> <li>Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of whole family practice.</li> <li>Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of best practice in working with families.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of the skills and strategies required to assess and intervene with complex families.</li> <li>Ability, enthusiasm and commitment to working with professionals from a range of backgrounds.</li> <li>Ability to effectively chair meetings and follow up agreed actions.</li> <li>Demonstrate the ability to plan and make effective decisions being aware of their implications.</li> <li>Demonstrate a willingness to undertake appropriate training and development.</li> <li>Skills in self-management, including time management.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to identify and employ as appropriate, clinical governance mechanisms, including regular supervision for the support and maintenance of clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour.</li> <li>Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.</li> <li>Skill to present progress of the FFT Standard/Child Welfare work and formulations of relational problems in multi-disciplinary settings.</li></ul>Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;Knowledge<ul> <li>&nbsp; A professional qualification in Social Work, Occupational Health or Nursing.</li></ul>or<ul> <li>&nbsp; &nbsp;Qualification as a Systemic Practitioner or Psychotherapist at a Post Graduate level.</li></ul>or<ul> <li>&nbsp; &nbsp;A Masters level degree in a relevant discipline e.g. Family Therapy, Forensic Psychology, Clinical or Applied Psychology.</li></ul>Substantial demonstrable work experience of working with young people and families.Professional registration with a national registrant body.<ul> <li>Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group (adolescents with conduct disorder, and offending behaviour; social care) and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group.&nbsp;</li></ul>Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp;Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp;Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp;This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp;Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp;Continued professional body registration;&nbsp;As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp;How to Apply:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Anne McPherson at <a href="mailto:Anne.McPherson@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Anne.McPherson@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Family Functional Therapist

Job DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary:&nbsp;PO4&nbsp;£47,532 - £50,574Contract Type: Full Time Fixed Term (12 months)&nbsp; Working hours per week:&nbsp;36Application Deadline: 06/08/2025Proposed Interview Date(s):&nbsp;TBC Reference: 1827About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp;About the role: Parenting Programme Training Lead&nbsp;We are seeking a strategic and motivated lead to develop, commission, and coordinate a high-quality parenting programme offer in Waltham Forest. You’ll identify and implement evidence-based programmes that respond to local and national priorities, lead the review of the borough’s referral process, and ensure a consistent, streamlined pathway for families. The role also involves overseeing facilitators, managing quality, and supporting effective delivery through supervision and monitoring of both in-house staff and commissioned providers.You’ll work closely with local partners to build a joined-up parenting support offer that reflects best practice and meets the needs of families, including those referred through courts or Children’s Social Care. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in programme leadership and partnership working who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families. &nbsp;<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Parenting%20Programme%20Training%20Lead%20(1827).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;Lead, manage and supervise staff and volunteers delivering parenting programmes, ensuring adherence to agreed standards and quality benchmarks.Ensure safeguarding and risk management protocols are upheld within group-based parenting interventions, responding swiftly to concerns or issues of harm or public safety.Promote and champion the value and impact of parenting support in improving outcomes for children and young people, ensuring programmes are well-utilised and effectively promoted.Build and maintain strong partnerships with referring agencies including Social Care, schools, and Family Hubs to ensure appropriate and timely referrals.Develop and implement an annual training strategy for parenting programme delivery, ensuring staff have access to relevant CPD and reflective practice opportunities.Manage and maintain training resources, ensuring all materials are stocked, organised and accessible for programme delivery.Lead on commissioning and contract management for parenting support, preparing specifications, monitoring provider performance, and ensuring value for money.Coordinate joint delivery/commissioning opportunities with neighbouring boroughs to maximise cost savings and extend reach.Match families to appropriate programmes through thorough assessment of referral information and family needs.Quality assure programme delivery via regular observations, feedback loops and a structured quality assurance framework.Develop peer learning and practitioner networks to strengthen practice and maintain up-to-date knowledge across the borough.Negotiate with community venues and partners to host accessible, evidence-based parenting programmes in local settings.Train, mentor and support facilitators, especially those newly trained, to build their confidence and ensure delivery quality.Support the development of volunteer capacity in partnership with parent networks, including exploration of accreditation routes (e.g., EPEC).Monitor, evaluate and report on programme outcomes and effectiveness to internal boards and external stakeholders.Design and update communications materials to publicise programmes effectively across a variety of media and settings.Collaborate with national training providers (e.g., SFSC, EPEC, Triple P) to adapt content and delivery methods to meet emerging local needs.Develop targeted approaches to reach and support vulnerable families, including those not in contact with their children.Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements:&nbsp;Knowledge, Skills and Experience &nbsp; Professional background in education, health or social care supported by appropriate qualifications and demonstrable experience&nbsp; Experience of managing staff and volunteers within projects and programmes&nbsp; Experience of motivating and engaging staff you don’t line mange &nbsp; Experience of leading on an area of work that requires championing and development&nbsp; Experience of teaching or delivering training&nbsp; Experience of developing and delivering intervention programmes for parents and young adults&nbsp; Knowledge and experience of developing and embedding Quality Assurance Processes&nbsp; Experience of evaluation and monitoring of effectiveness of service delivery&nbsp;Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp;Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp;Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp;This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp;Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp;As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp;How to Apply:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Julia Burns, &nbsp;Area Manager Early Help at <a href="mailto:Julia.Burns@walthamForest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Julia.Burns@WalthamForest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;.&nbsp;If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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Job Title: ESMA Teacher - Science KS3-4 and Maths KS3 Starting Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 pa pro rata – Hertfordshire locally agreed Teachers minimum and upper pay range (non fringe) + SEN allowance Hours: 26.0 / 0.8 FTE Location: Stevenage - covering North &amp; East Herts with some Countywide travel Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens ServicesWould you like an opportunity to support Hertfordshire County Council to deliver better outcomes for children unable to attend school for medical reasons?<h4>About the team</h4>The ESMA Teaching Service are recruiting for an outstanding teacher to deliver quality teaching in person and virtually.This service offers education to students who are unable to attend school due to medical needs, in a variety of formats, including small group teaching, online and face-to-face. All students referred are of statutory school age (5-16 years). As well as providing access to education we also support reintegration back into their educational setting in line with medical advice.<h4>About the role</h4>We are looking for an inspirational Science teacher to join the Education Support for Medical Absence (ESMA) Teaching Service, who can deliver outstanding teaching to some of the County’s most vulnerable students.The role involves a combination of face-to-face and online teaching as well as continued pastoral support for a group of students.The current timetable (subject to change) for ESMA teachers is structured with teaching from 9.00am - 11.00am, followed by a break, and then a second teaching slot from 11.30am – 1.30pm. This could include a mixture of face-to-face and online teaching, or all face-to-face or all online.When not delivering lessons, teachers work on their pastoral responsibilities, which include holding Planning and Review meetings with families, students, schools, and health professionals, with their allocated students.The purpose of these regular meetings is to ensure that the student has the appropriate access to education, considering their medical need, and has a plan to reintegrate into school.<h4>About you</h4>We are looking for an excellent communicator who also believes in the importance of pastoral care and support, and who brings strong teaching expertise in Science, a deep understanding of SEND and medical needs, and the ability to lead with compassion, clarity, and collaboration.Essential:<ul><li>Educated to degree level and hold Qualified Teacher Status.</li><li>Minimum five years relevant and successful teaching experience.</li><li>Recent classroom experience and practice knowledge for the subject specialism (Science KS3-KS4 with the ability to teach KS3 Maths).</li><li>Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant high-quality teaching and learning.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of best practice in relation to meeting the needs of children with health and SEND.</li><li>Ability to model excellent practice and lead by example.</li><li>Be able to evaluate practice and evidence the impact of interventions.</li><li>Commitment to promoting equal opportunities and diversity.</li><li>Excellent communication and technology (ICT) skills.</li><li>Ability to prioritise work within a multi-professional team reflecting service priorities.</li><li>Detailed knowledge of exam board specifications and exam requirements</li><li>Ability and willingness to contribute to curriculum planning and shared resources.</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence and regular access to a vehicle, due to travel requirements.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>An understanding of working with children with medical needs (physical and mental).</li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding teacher of Science to join a team dedicated to providing the best possible outcomes for students who are too ill to attend school.If you enjoy small-group teaching, both online and in person, and have a genuine passion for making a difference to the lives of students and their families, then this could be the role for you.&nbsp;&nbsp;To hear more about this opportunity please contact Tracy Haase on <a href="mailto:Tracy.haase@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tracy.haase@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> 07580 711077 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 26th September Benefits 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 outline, 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.<h4>Additional information</h4>We 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.Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employerand 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). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>ESMA Teacher Job Outline.pdf</li></ul> 





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ESMA Teacher

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Brentwood Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.
It is our policy that if you have not heard back within 3 weeks of the closing date you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.



Job Title: Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer&nbsp;
Contract Type: 12 month fixed term (37 hours a week)&nbsp;
OneTeam Band 7&nbsp;£34,314 - £37,938 per annum&nbsp;
(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)&nbsp;
Closing Date for accepting applications: 17th&nbsp;August 2025&nbsp;
Interview date: To be confirmed
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council work in partnership and the Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer role will provide support to both organisations.&nbsp;&nbsp;
About the role:&nbsp;
Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council, working together as part of&nbsp;&nbsp; the One Team, are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Emergency Planning Officer to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.&nbsp;
This vital role will focus on reviewing and enhancing our current emergency preparedness and response arrangements, with a particular emphasis on out-of-hours response plans. You will ensure that our emergency and business continuity plans are robust, up to date, and fit for purpose, supporting the Councils’ ability to respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.&nbsp;
In addition you will need to support the Corporate Manager for Facilities &amp; Compliance, Director if Assets &amp; Investments and other senior officers in the coordination of responses to Emergency planning/Business Continuity.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will also be expected to work with partners in relation to specific risks and as part of the multi-agency work of the Essex Resilience Forum.&nbsp;
The post has responsibility for ensuring relevant information is provided to support the Council[s] out of hours service, in particular that process maps and contact details are kept up to date and relevant. You will work with the Corporate Managers to ensure that correct information is available to enable the effective delivery of the out of hours service.&nbsp;
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Planning Officer with a working knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act and a good understanding of the part Local Authorities play in the response to a major incident.&nbsp; You should be able to develop and deliver training and exercises and have good interpersonal skills to be able to confidently present to audiences at all levels of staff and management.&nbsp;
You must be able to respond in a measured way in a crisis and be able to articulate complex issues in a clear and concise way in a pressurised environment.&nbsp;
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Stuart Anderson, Corporate Manager – Facilities &amp; Compliance or Phoebe Barnes, Director Assets &amp; Investments by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:stuart.anderson@brentwood.rochford@gov.uk" target="_blank">stuart.anderson@brentwood.rochford@gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:phoebe.barnes@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk" target="_blank">phoebe.barnes@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk</a>. &nbsp;
Brentwood Borough &amp; Rochford District Council are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.&nbsp;

Emergency Planning & Business Continuity Officer - Brentwood Borough Council

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About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents' every day. Through our Early Help Service, we will work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every person is supported to achieve his or her potential. The foundations for mental health, emotional control, doing well in education and parenting ability are all set in place in the early years; the home surroundings, family life and parenting are all important factors in determining positive outcomes for children as they grow and develop.For more information about Children's Services, please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/education-children-and-families/" target="_blank">Education, Children and Families</a>page and our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/social-care-and-health-information-for-professionals/children/early-help/early-help-services/" target="_blank">WSCC Health and Social Care</a> section of our website.For more information about working for West Sussex County Council (WSCC), please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/about-us/" target="_blank">WSCC About Us</a> page on our West Sussex County Council website.The OpportunitySalary: £25,584 - £25,992 per annumWorking Pattern: 37 hours per weekContract Length: PermanentLocation: Haywards Heath areaInterviews arranged for 20th August 2025.As a Family Support Assistant, you will be committed to enabling families to manage their problems and access support and advice quickly, equipping parents to be the best they can be for their child, by increasing knowledge, confidence, and resilience. You will undertake direct work with parents to find out what they are worried about and what goals they want to work towards using a whole family approach.You will help to provide a safe and welcoming space for young people through the Find It Out (FIO) offer. You'll be able to speak confidently with young people, understand their needs and be able to help them access appropriate support at a time that suits them, including after school hours.You will be a team player with a passion for engaging with parents, providing direct support and encouraging families to access to our services. You will use your initiative to organise your workload and respond to unanticipated problems for families.You must have experience of working with families along with a good understanding of the importance of parenting skills and community development, as well as the challenges of family life.We are looking for someone who is NVQ level 3 qualified in Childcare, Play Work, Family Support, or equivalent related area.Experience and SkillsKey Skills:<ul>
<li>Good communication and interpersonal skills across a range of audiences, with an ability to present information verbally and in writing which is clear, concise and accurate. Able to provide specialist advice and guidance whilst maintaining trust with families who may otherwise not want to engage with services they may distrust.</li>
<li>Strong customer focus with the ability to work as a key contact and provide a professional service to meet customer's needs, both individually and in groups.</li>
<li>Ability to respond sensitively and flexibly to diverse groups of providers and families whilst maintaining confidentiality.</li>
<li>Ability to organise/prioritise work, co-ordinate a variety of tasks in a clear and logical way and meet agreed deadlines.</li>
<li>Ability to work within recognised procedures, able to effectively organise own workload. Can use initiative to respond to unanticipated problems.</li>
</ul>Qualifications and/or experience:<ul>
<li>NVQ level 3 in childcare, play work, family support or related area and/or relevant experience working with parents, carers and children.</li>
<li>Good knowledge of child development.</li>
<li>Good understanding of the importance of parenting skills and community development with an understanding of the challenges of family life.</li>
<li>Knowledge of safeguarding procedures.</li>
<li>Experience of working with families in a community setting.</li>
<li>Experience of working within the early years, family support, family centre or child health sector</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.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.Further InformationFor an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Heidi Wyatt 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 an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.

Family Support Assistant

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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities? Our Supported Living environment is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team. At Supported Living, we believe in empowering the individuals we support, giving them the freedom and control they deserve over their own lives.
About the role

Join us as a Support Worker and make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. This role may have its challenges, but your positive attitude and quick thinking will help you overcome them.
As a Support Worker, you'll experience diverse tasks and meaningful rewards daily. It's not just a job; it's a chance to provide encouragement, guidance, and unwavering support. Your mission? Empowering individuals to live independently and make their own choices, promoting freedom and fulfillment. You will have the opportunity to provide essential support and care to individuals in need, helping them to live their lives to the fullest. Our team is committed to providing the highest level of care while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Join us and make a difference in the lives of others while building a fulfilling career for yourself.
Your adaptability is essential for meeting the diverse needs of the people we support. Come and join us in this rewarding role where every day brings new opportunities to inspire lives and create positive change.
About you

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual with a genuine passion for supporting people with learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a deep sense of empathy, a positive attitude, and a willingness to overcome challenges with a can-do mindset. Flexibility is key, as you'll be expected to work various shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays, ensuring our residents' diverse needs are met effectively. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential, as you'll collaborate closely with colleagues, residents, and their families to provide the best possible care and support. If you have the heart and dedication to make a real difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to join our team at Supported Living and become a vital part of our mission to empower and support individuals with learning disabilities.

Why Supported Living?
Meaningful Impact: As a Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. Your dedication will directly contribute to their independence and overall well-being.
Empowerment: We prioritise giving the people we support as much control over their lives as possible. Your role will involve fostering independence, encouraging personal choices, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment where individuals can thrive.
Rewarding Work: Experience the satisfaction of knowing you're making a real difference. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to create positive change and inspire those you support.
Ready to be part of an extraordinary team? We strive to be the employer of choice, attracting and retaining exceptional individuals who share our passion for serving Blaenau Gwent's diverse communities.
Our promise to you is an inclusive and supportive work environment, where you can unleash your full potential and be your authentic self. We will provide you with exceptional opportunities for personal growth and career advancement, mandatory and specialist training, a generous pension scheme, flexible working policies and so much more!

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey, fostering independence and enriching the lives of others, Supported Living is the place for you. Join us in creating a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive. Apply now and be a vital part of our mission to empower and support individuals with learning disabilities.

This position requires a Professional Registration, please refer to the Person Specification for further details

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive
pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure 

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.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Helen Beecham, Manager – <a href="mailto:helen.beecham@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.beecham@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date:
6th August 2025 At 12:00 midnight
Interview Date:
TBA

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