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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.Coventry&nbsp;Residential Children’s Services currently have several well-established children's homes within the city. Our family style homes offer&nbsp;individualised care for&nbsp;children aged 10 to 18 years, who have a diverse range of needs and may have been impacted by childhood trauma.We also have a forward-thinking strategy with a clear vision to expand our provision and due to this we are currently in the process of opening new homes, so why not join us and be part of our incredible journey. Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? Our homes provide a warm and stable environment that enables Coventry’s children to stay closer to their family, friends and community.&nbsp;By joining our highly motivated and dedicated team it offers opportunities to make a real difference to the lives of our ‘amazing looked after children’. We deliver excellent standards of care using elements of Signs of Safety and ensuring Relationship Based Practice to provide a safe and nurturing space for them to call home.What our children sayOur priority is to deliver a service that works for and reflects the views of our looked after children and on consulting with them about how they would like to be cared for, here are some of the things they said;&nbsp;We would like –<ul>
<li>to be listened to</li>
<li>to be treated with respect, dignity and individuality</li>
<li>to feel safe</li>
<li>to be helped to achieve our full potential</li>
<li>to be supported to be independent</li>
<li>to be cared for by people who won’t give up on us</li>
<li>to build and maintain positive relationships and where possible, not to move to far away from where we used to live and to stay in the same school</li>
<li>to make happy memories</li>
</ul>About the job roleThere are 3 key areas of skill essential to this role:Overnight carer – Supporting children with disabilities, complex health needs and potential trauma related behaviours, to develop a sleep routine within a safe, secure and nurturing environment. Contribute to individual care planning ensuring all records are maintained appropriately. Attend to personal care needs as required.Relationship builder – supporting behaviours through positive relationships and promoting the development of meaningful interaction between carers and children, with the ability to recognise and implement different forms of communication that meet children’s needs to build positive relationships.This is based on the core values of;<ul>
<li>child centred practice</li>
<li>mutual respect, privacy &amp; dignity</li>
<li>good parenting</li>
<li>independence, choice &amp; rights</li>
<li>fulfilment</li>
<li>planning and partnership</li>
<li>maintaining a safe, nurturing and secure living environment</li>
</ul>Educator - providing children with the information they need in a way that they understand enabling them to make informed choices about their own care and to give them the ability to make reasoned decisions about the world around them, for example, social issues, preparation for independence, physical and emotional health.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Who are we looking for? The children we care for within our homes have a diverse range of needs. You may not have worked in residential care before, but you will need to have experience of working with children and young people and be passionate about improving outcomes for them.You should have:<ul>
<li>an understanding of the needs of children who become 'looked after' and / or require a short break</li>
<li>knowledge of relationships and the impact on children coming into and leaving care</li>
<li>an understanding of the individual needs of our children and be able to work holistically to deliver within the 3 key areas of skill</li>
</ul>Preferably you will:<ul>
<li>be a driver</li>
<li>have a good level of computer literacy enabling you to effectively evidence the work we do</li>
<li>be committed to continued professional development</li>
</ul>In return we will offer you a high level of support with bespoke training and, if you haven’t already achieved the Diploma for Residential Childcare, we will support you to do this.If you think you have the right skills to help us to achieve great things for our children by placing them at the centre of everything you do and feel that you are caring, non-judgmental, enthusiastic, committed and child focused with the ability to work in partnership with others, are reflective, flexible, accountable and resilient, we would like to hear from you.As part of the application process, you will need to provide us with your full work history since leaving school and identify any gaps in employment to meet the requirements of Schedule 2 of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.Working Patterns &amp; PostsWe are currently recruiting for part-time 22 hours night rota that includes, weekends and bank holidays.Salary will be pro rata to the number of hours worked.&nbsp;For any queries or for further information regarding the role please email <a href="mailto:childrenshomeshr@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">childrenshomeshr@coventry.gov.uk</a>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview dates will be week commencing  18th August 2025About 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>

Residential Night Care Officer

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Directorate of Resources&nbsp;&nbsp;
Full-time 37 hours / Permanent&nbsp;
The Digital and IT service within Reading Borough council is a very forward-looking Digital Service leading the in regards delivery tools and techniques available to customers and employees. We are proud of our accessibility standards, and we have a great ambition to do even more through the introduction of world class standard systems, artificial intelligence and robotics.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our service is one of the most critical roles that enables the council function and we take pride in the quality of digital and IT service delivery both internally and through our managed service suppliers.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In digital and IT, we have responsibility for the council’s web estate, software, hardware, application support, development, telephony, networks and cyber security.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.&nbsp;
&nbsp;We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service.&nbsp;
About the role&nbsp;
This role is a crucial for the next phase of our digital journey in Reading as a borough. The role will be central in our ambitious to take the lead in digital innovation, customer and employee experience. This role will embody the essence of a digital culture and will lead digital and web strategies and techniques to make this happen within the council and across borough communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will work with existing partners as well as the tech industry in Reading to boost the digital culture of Reading as a Borough.&nbsp;&nbsp;
About you&nbsp;
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in delivering website and content management, with a strong background in user-centred design. They should also demonstrate expertise in both interaction design and service design, along with a solid understanding of industry standards for accessibility. Additionally, experience working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team is essential.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:&nbsp;
Work Together as one team- champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading &nbsp;
Drive Efficiency- create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively &nbsp;
Be Ambitious- aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential  &nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading- inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our offer &nbsp;
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. &nbsp;
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
A wide range of flexible working opportunities  &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.  The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;For more information on this position please contact <a href="mailto:Recruitment@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@reading.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: 31st July 2025&nbsp;
Interview Date: 14th and 15th August 2025&nbsp;
Please note that 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 return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;

Reading Borough Council

Digital Content Designer

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Directorate of Resources&nbsp;&nbsp;
Full-time 37 hours / Permanent&nbsp;
The Digital and IT service within Reading Borough council is a very forward-looking Digital Service leading the in regards delivery tools and techniques available to customers and employees. We are proud of our accessibility standards, and we have a great ambition to do even more through the introduction of world class standard systems, artificial intelligence and robotics.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our service is one of the most critical roles that enables the council function and we take pride in the quality of digital and IT service delivery both internally and through our managed service suppliers.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In digital and IT, we have responsibility for the council’s web estate, software, hardware, application support, development, telephony, networks and cyber security.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.&nbsp;
We are open to flexible working patterns and can provide a hybrid working environment which utilises the best of both worlds with a mix of office working in central Reading and homeworking according to the needs of the Service.&nbsp;
About the role&nbsp;
This role is a crucial for the next phase of our digital journey in Reading as a borough. The role will be central in our ambitious to take the lead in digital innovation, customer and employee experience. This role will embody the essence of a digital culture and will lead digital and web strategies and techniques to make this happen within the council and across borough communities.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You will work with existing partners as well as the tech industry in Reading to boost the digital culture of Reading as a Borough.&nbsp;&nbsp;
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:&nbsp;
Work Together as one team- champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading &nbsp;
Drive Efficiency- create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively &nbsp;
Be Ambitious- aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential  &nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading- inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity&nbsp;
About you&nbsp;
The ideal candidate must have experience of delivering website and content management&nbsp;
They must have experience of User centred design&nbsp;
They must have experience of interaction design and service design&nbsp;
They must have a good understanding of industry standard for accessibility.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
They must have experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our offer &nbsp;
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment. &nbsp;
 &nbsp;
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
A wide range of flexible working opportunities  &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>
Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.  The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
For more information on this position please contact <a href="mailto:hrOD@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrOD@reading.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp; Closing Date: 31stJuly 2025&nbsp;
Interview Date: 14thand 15thAugust 2025&nbsp;
Please note that 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 return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;

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REQUIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Clare Mount Specialist Sports College is a very successful secondary school for pupils aged 11 - 19 with moderate learning difficulties and additional needs including autism. The school is outstanding in all areas as judged in its most recent Ofsted report and recently gained Autism Accreditation with Beacon Status.
Due to an unexpected increase in pupil numbers from September 2025, we are looking to appoint an excellent, well qualified and inspirational teacher with the ability to work across a wide range of subjects for all ages, to join our exceptionally successful school. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated practitioner who is child centred and able to meet the diverse needs of young people who have difficulties within a learning and social environment. You must be fully inclusive and interested in the development of the whole child, able to differentiate work and your teaching to meet a range of social, emotional and academic needs. The successful candidate will also be able to create a high-quality learning environment in which pupils are passionate about learning, maintain high standards of planning, assessment and record keeping, and communicate effectively with staff, parents and students.
This post is also suitable for an ECT
The successful candidate will be:
A strong teacher with a proven track record of securing excellent outcomes.
Have up-to-date knowledge of subject curricula and assessment requirements for mixed key stages.
Be passionate about all aspects of the curriculum, education and the importance subjects have in the wider culture and ethos of the school.
Be willing to learn more about the ever-changing needs of students with special educational needs and disabilities.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.&nbsp;
This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.&nbsp;
Thank you for taking an interest in our school and we look forward to receiving your application.
Completed application forms and supporting letter (no more than x 2 sides of A4) should be returned to Mrs Kim Webster <a href="mailto:recruitment@claremount.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@claremount.wirral.sch.uk</a>
Closing Date : Please submit your completed application as soon as possible, as all applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Interview date: To be confirmed

Teaching across the Curriculum

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Band D
Part Time Permanent
25.00 Working Hours –&nbsp; 39 Weeks per Year
Required from 01 September 2025
The Governors of Foxfield Special School are seeking to appoint a friendly, organised, hardworking and dedicated Finance &amp; Admin Assistant to join their successful secondary school for pupils with complex learning difficulties.
The successful energetic and dynamic candidate will need to work well under pressure and have excellent interpersonal skills. In addition to having experience of using a range of management systems and ICT equipment.
Foxfield is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety of children and young people and expects the same level of commitment from all staff. This role is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.
Foxfield School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of sex, race, or disability.
For further information and application details, please visit <a href="http://www.wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.wirral.gov.uk</a> or contact the Foxfield School Office. Completed application forms and supporting letters should be sent to <a href="mailto:hr@foxfieldschool.co.uk" target="_blank">hr@foxfieldschool.co.uk</a>
Interviews will be held w/c 1st September 2025.

Finance & Admin Assistant

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Directorate of Resources 
Financial Accountant Capital
Full time 37 hours Permanent
RG7 - 8, £42,708 - £54,971
We are looking to attract an ambitious qualified accountant, or someone in the last year of their studies who wants to develop further their technical accounting skills in a vibrant team.&nbsp; We are able to offer a flexible working pattern where you can work remotely for most of the time, with occasional attendance in central Reading of around 2 days a month subject to the needs of the Service.
As a Financial Accountant, your primary responsibility will be to manage capital accounting and the fixed assets register alongside supporting the production of the annual statement of accounts.&nbsp; &nbsp;You will be working with finance colleagues to ensure the Council can deliver accurate and timely financial information and ensure a robust general ledger control environment is maintained.
Reading Borough Council is in a period of exciting change. Despite the challenges facing local authorities, Reading is focused on improving the quality of life for residents, including investing in new leisure facilities, reducing our carbon footprint, improving customer service, and putting in place more self-enabling support within Social Care. The Council is managing significant Levelling-Up grant funded projects to revitalise Reading’s cultural offer by transforming the much-loved Hexagon Theatre and providing a modern new Central Library.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role
This role is one of three financial accountants that supports the Deputy Chief Accountant in preparing the annual statement of accounts and liaising with external auditors. We are looking for a candidate to become a subject matter expert in capital accounting and be able to support the wider responsibilities of the team with General Ledger Controls and Technical Accounting Code Compliance.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Other duties &amp; responsibilities include:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Contribute to the delivery of the annual Statement of Accounts in accordance with the CIPFA Accounting Code and the statutory timetable;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Support the application of financial controls and procedures;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Liaise with the external auditor, finance colleagues and other Council stakeholders;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Prepare financial reconciliations, ensuring evidenced working papers are available to support accounting entries;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Undertaking detailed financial analysis and investigation;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Advise on the application of technical accounting policies and codes of practice.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About you
We are looking for someone who wants to grow their professional accounting career in a supportive and welcoming environment.&nbsp; The following skills and experience are required for this role:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>CCAB qualified accountant or equivalent or working towards full qualification in the next year;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of working in the public sector, ideally within the local government sector in a finance environment</li>
<li>Able to work independently and use own initiative;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail whilst still being able to see the big picture;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent Excel and information systems skills;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent communication and presentation skills.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Experience of working with key stakeholders such as external auditors, actuaries, asset valuers and senior managers is essential.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities&nbsp;</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>
<a href="http://www.berkshirepensions.org.uk/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme</a> (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years.&nbsp; The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;For more information on this position please contact Mark Sanders, Chief Accountant (<a href="mailto:mark.sanders@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.sanders@reading.gov.uk</a>) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
To Apply, please use this link:
<a href="https://sourcing.penna.com/clients/reading-borough-council/financial-accountant-capital/" target="_blank">Penna | Job board | Financial Accountant (Capital)</a>
 Closing Date: Sunday 17th August
Interview Date: Tuesday 26th August
Please note that 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 return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Financial Accountant

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Staffordshire County Council spends over £500m per annum on purchasing services and supplies. A significant part of that spend is managed within the Commercial Team.The Commercial Contract Manager is responsible for managing a portfolio of contracts, throughout their lifecycle. Working with a variety of stakeholders, providers and partners, to drive continuous improvement, whilst building collaborative relationships.The role will ensure providers meet their obligations for contract compliance, effective performance, efficiency, service outcomes and value for money. Keeping a focus on performance and quality, you will be responsible for maximising operational and financial performance whilst minimising risk, from contract inception to exit and re-commission. &nbsp;There are two permanent posts available, with flexibility for the right candidate:Post 1 – Full time 37 HoursPost 2 – Part time 15 HoursPlease can you state in the Supporting Statement section of your application whether you are interested in the full time role, part time role or either.Main Responsibilities Some of your responsibilities will include to,<ul>
<li>Manage a portfolio of contracts for their effectiveness, outcomes, service standards and value for money, with effective contractual governance</li>
<li>Design, develop, manage and monitor performance, outcomes and quality assurance frameworks</li>
<li>Ensure provider contract compliance, identify and address non-compliance</li>
<li>Draft, issue and manage contract documentation including variations, notices, finance schedules, specifications and performance standards</li>
<li>Establish effective working relationships and engagement with stakeholders to assess contracts, services, feedback and customer insight. Investigate complaints, disputes, respond to service failures and implement contingencies</li>
<li>Analyse, benchmark and report contract monitoring data to shape service improvements, monitor contract budgets and financial arrangements</li>
<li>Contribute to shaping service design, specifications, tender selection, assessing the impact of commissioning decisions, decommissioning and exit planning</li>
</ul>The role may include contract management of social care, health and education related services for children, families and adults.The Ideal Candidate We are looking for you to have,<ul>
<li>A degree (level 6) or equivalent relevant experience</li>
<li>A good knowledge of contract management processes</li>
<li>Experience of effective contract management, within a commissioning, contracting or procurement environment, aimed at improving outcomes for people</li>
<li>Experience of managing relationships with external organisations</li>
<li>Excellent literacy and communications skills. &nbsp;Including experience of producing clear, concise, high-quality reports and presenting information to different audiences</li>
<li>Good IT skills and excellent numeracy and statistical skills, to gather and analyse complex data to evaluate options and translate into appropriate actions</li>
</ul>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” Interviews will be held on Tuesday 19th August 2025Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills and experiences. For more information about the role please contact: Deena Hughes and Cate Crawford, Commercial Team Leaders, via email: <a href="mailto:deena.hughes@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">deena.hughes@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> and <a href="mailto:cate.crawford@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">cate.crawford@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process:&nbsp;We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Commercial Contract Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Loughborough Town Hall is looking to recruit a Front Of House Manager to join our team.
Loughborough Town Hall is an award-winning, receiving house Theatre, Art gallery and venue, set in the heart of Charnwood in Leicestershire and welcoming over 100,000 people per year.
Hosting over 250 performances and events per year, including an award-winning annual pantomime, Loughborough Town Hall hosts a varied programme attracting nationally acclaimed acts and productions across the world of drama, musical theatre, comedy, live music and beyond.&nbsp;
As part of the venue’s senior management team, this role will be responsible for delivering all areas of the venue’s Front of House operations, ranging from the smooth running and delivery of the bar service and merchandising, to organising suitable staffing arrangements to guarantee all visitors have a positive and enjoyable experience.
Our ideal candidate will be a natural motivator with strong communication skills, alongside having experience of not only delivering customer service excellence to visitors, but driving CSE as a key pillar of service.
Health and Safety knowledge for this role is key, as this role will manage all Health and Safety-specific areas for Front of House delivery, including the creation and review of Risk Assessments, venue policies, Martyn’s Law compliance and ensuring the venue’s Premises License is adhered to in full.
The role will be responsible for a team of permanent staff alongside a larger pool of casual staff that support show/event delivery. You will ensure income-generating projects are maximised within your team to ensure key commercial incomes targets are surpassed.
Attention to detail is a must, driving high standards across all areas of presentation and service within your team and department, together with being able to develop strong relationships with other departments. Providing duty management cover as part of a rota is also essential.
This role is offered on a permanent 37 hour per week/full time basis.
For a further discussion regarding the role, please contact Simon Gibson – Venue Manager on <a href="mailto:simon.gibson@charnwood.gov.uk" target="_blank">simon.gibson@charnwood.gov.uk</a>
The benefits of working with us:&nbsp;
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<li>Generous annual leave of between 35.5 and 40.5 days of leave (depending on length of service), inclusive of bank holidays&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Opportunities for professional development linked to many roles&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Free parking&nbsp;</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;
Find out more about this role and who we are by visiting <a href="http://www.charnwood.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.charnwood.gov.uk/jobs</a>&nbsp;
No agencies please.

Charnwood Borough Council

Front Of House Manager M545

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52-week contract Part-time - 11 hours 45 minutes per week Hours of work: Monday-Friday 3.20 - 5.40pm Band B
 A hard working and motivated cleaner is required to join our dedicated school team. The successful candidate will assist the Cleaning Team in ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the school is maintained to a high standard.
The ability to work as part of a team as well as having the confidence to work independently and using own initiative is essential. Bedford Drive Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The closing date for applications is Friday 15th August 2025. Once shortlisting has taken place interview dates will be confirmed.
Please return completed application forms with supporting letter to the Headteacher, Mrs Laura Horton to <a href="mailto:r.sh@bedforddrive.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">r.sh@bedforddrive.wirral.sch.uk</a>.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability

Cleaner

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Band E 30.00 Working Hours – 39 Weeks per Year Due to the retirement of the current post holder, we are looking for a highly motivated person with strong organisational and people skills to manage a busy school and hospitality catering service in our school. Our total focus is on fresh, wholesome, modern and exciting food for our pupils. As a team leader with motivational flair, you will have a 'Hands On' approach and be involved in food production; as well as having good organisational and people management skills to manage and develop the services across the whole school day. A commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality, customer care, and hygiene is essential. Ideally you should have a minimum of 5 years management experience within a catering environment and hold HND, NEBSS or similar qualification in catering management. We serve on average 250 meals a day across the whole school with over 400 on roll. You will be managing a team of four other staff and working in conjunction with our external catering consultancy. Working hours are currently 8am to 2pm, term time plus 5 Inset days. For an information discussion about this role, please contact Danny Stenhouse, School Business Manager via email at <a href="mailto:businessmanager@heygarth.wirral.sch.uk" target="_blank">businessmanager@heygarth.wirral.sch.uk</a>. Completed applications should also be sent to this email address. Interviews will be arranged before the end of August with a view to the successful person starting on 1st September for a 2-week handover with the current post holder. Please note we do not accept applications via any other method or via recruitment agencies. The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff. This post is subject to an Enhanced Level CRB check. All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability

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