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As School Business Assistant / Senior , you will be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the school office, providing administrative support to the Federation Business Manager and school staff. You will be the first point of contact for our families and help ensure that our school continues to meet the needs of our pupils and their families.We are seeking a ‘people person’ who likes interaction with others but who can equally work independently and manage a very busy work schedule which will include:<ul><li>Providing professional administration of school funds and budgets</li><li>Provide effective and proactive administrative support to the Governing Board and its committees</li><li>Managing the school systems linked to student records, finance, HR and premises</li><li>Understand and abide by the confidential nature of the role</li></ul>Most importantly, we are looking for a team player with a great sense of humour, a ‘can do attitude’ and a big warm coat! It goes without saying that you must enjoy working with children. Full training and support will be given for the successful applicant and this post would suit someone with business administration experience wishing to move into or experienced in school business management. In return, you will find a welcoming and inclusive team to work with, in a job which you can truly make your own and a view to enjoy! If you would like further information, please don’t hesitate to make an informal enquiry to the headteacher via <a href="mailto:headteacher@bamford.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">headteacher@bamford.derbyshire.sch.uk</a> - Visits to the school are welcome by appointment. Bamford Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Most importantly, we are looking for a team player with a great sense of humour, a ‘can do attitude’ and a big warm coat! It goes without saying that you must enjoy working with children. Full training and support will be given for the successful applicant and this post would suit someone with business administration experience wishing to move into or experienced in school business management. In return, you will find a welcoming and inclusive team to work with, in a job which you can truly make your own and a view to enjoy! If you would like further information, please don’t hesitate to make an informal enquiry to the headteacher via <a href="mailto:headteacher@bamford.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">headteacher@bamford.derbyshire.sch.uk</a> - Visits to the school are welcome by appointment.Bamford Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 12 January 2025Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Derbyshire County Council

School Business Assistant / Senior Business Assistant

Highly motivated individual required to join Bolsover District Council’s busy Revenues &amp; Benefits Team. Bolsover District Council is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that takes pride in delivering excellent services to our community whilst driving economic growth and environmental sustainability for the district.Applications are invited from highly motivated candidates who are interested in a career within Local Government and who are committed to providing an excellent service.We are looking to fill the post of Revenues Officer. The successful candidate will undertake within a team environment, a range of duties relating to the efficient administration of the Benefits, Council Tax and Non-Domestic Rating functions of the Authority.To be successful you will need:<ul><li>demonstrable working knowledge of current Housing Benefit/Council Tax Support Regulations; or</li><li>demonstrable working knowledge of current Council Tax Regulations, </li><li>knowledge of the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act,</li><li>recent proven practical experience of working within a Revenues or Benefits office,</li><li>proven practical experience of dealing with members of the public and other organisations,</li><li>computer literacy,</li><li>excellent customer service skills,</li><li>good verbal and written communication skills,</li><li>the ability to demonstrate strong customer focus and a commitment to service improvements,</li><li>the ability to work within a team environment using own initiative and displaying a responsible, professional and flexible attitude,</li><li>self-motivation and the ability to organize tasks and duties effectively,</li><li>the ability to analyse situations and make decisions,</li><li>the ability to work with accuracy to competing deadlines,</li><li>the ability to display tact and discretion as the work of the section involves sensitive and confidential information,</li><li>your own transport and current full driving licence. Alternative arrangements may be agreed with applicants with a relevant disability.</li></ul>For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.Why work for us?Bolsover District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.We offer a competitive salary, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and excellent work/life balance initiatives. Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: <a href="https://www.bolsover.gov.uk/uncategorised/working-for-the-council" target="_blank">Working for the Council</a>Apply today!If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/bolsover/Index.aspx" target="_blank">Bolsover District Council Vacancies</a> or via <a href="https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/Index.aspx" target="_blank">Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers</a> by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Applications close Midnight, 25th January 2026.Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting Bolsover District Council Contact Centre on 01246 242424 or emailing: BDC-HR&amp;<a href="mailto:Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk" target="_blank">Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk</a>We welcome applications from all sections of the community.For further informationFor an informal discussion about the post, please contact Clare Betts, Principal Benefits &amp; Technical Officer on Tel No. 01246 242445/email <a href="mailto:clare.betts@bolsover.gov.uk" target="_blank">clare.betts@bolsover.gov.uk</a> or Caroline O’Callaghan, Principal Billing &amp; Recovery Officer on Tel No. 01246 242475/email <a href="mailto:caroline.ocallaghan@bolsover.gov.uk" target="_blank">caroline.ocallaghan@bolsover.gov.uk</a>.If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, and we thank you for your interest in the job role.<ul></ul>

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service. Are you passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team?We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to work as a valued member of our dedicated kitchen team. You will be supporting the kitchen supervisor in all areas of the service at Willington Primary School. This may involve working at a production unit or at a servery unit. Possible tasks include food preparation, cooking, portion control, allergen compliance and preparing the dining room for service.Our Catering Assistants are our point of contact with our hungry customers. Whilst serving meals to our customers all team members help ensure that food hygiene and health &amp; safety regulations are followed.We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate will be required upon appointment.Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Catering Assistant (Willington Primary School)

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





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Senior Social Worker - Part Time

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





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Senior Social Worker - Long Term Care and Support

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





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Social Worker - Long Term Care and Support

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





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Social Worker - Childrens Social Work Team

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





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Principle Manager

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





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Social Worker- Approved Mental Health Professional  

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

Social Worker - Complex Care Widnes

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





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Southwark Council

Debt Recovery Officer

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





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Luton Borough Council

Deputy Data Protection Officer & Compliance Improvement Manager

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





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Head of Innovation Delivery and Data

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





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

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

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

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

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

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>The Pensions Service is seeking a highly motivated and performance-driven individual to join our Pensions Projects Team as a Pensions Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to delivering outstanding customer service and who can demonstrate a flexible and proactive approach to pension administration.In this role, you will be responsible for delivering all aspects of pension administration while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and meeting critical deadlines within the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).Additional Information Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.If you have any queries please contact <a href="mailto:charlotte.pereira@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">charlotte.pereira@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> <h2>Additional information</h2>Experience of working within the LGPS and ideally experience in a similar role would be advantageous. Your excellent communication skills and confidence with analysing pension issues and offering sound, reliable and professional information will enable you to explain clearly complex pension issues to non-specialists.You will be able to pay high attention to detail to ensure all tasks are processed efficiently and accurately in line with the LGPS regulations using a variety of MS Office and IT resources.Previous experience using Altair and/or ERP is advantageous.We will provide full and comprehensive training to give you the skills and confidence you need to complete the role.Please see person specification for a full list of essential and desirable criteria.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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The Pensions Service is seeking a highly motivated and performance-driven individual to join our Pensions Projects Team as a Pensions Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is committed to delivering outstanding customer service and who can demonstrate a flexible and proactive approach to pension administration.In this role, you will be responsible for delivering all aspects of pension administration while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and meeting critical deadlines within the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).Additional Information Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.If you have any queries please contact <a href="mailto:charlotte.pereira@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">charlotte.pereira@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? The Pensions Officer role sits within the Projects team &nbsp;and is responsible for pension administration tasks including processing benefit calculations, data input and validation, responding to queries from members, employers, pensioners and dependents, peer check colleagues’ casework, updating/processing member records with the relevant information. &nbsp;This fast-paced customer facing role is critical to ensure casework is either dealt with immediately at the point of contact or is efficiently allocated to the appropriate casework team.Please see job description for further information about what this role involvesAbout you Experience of working within the LGPS and ideally experience in a similar role would be advantageous. Your excellent communication skills and confidence with analysing pension issues and offering sound, reliable and professional information will enable you to explain clearly complex pension issues to non-specialists.You will be able to pay high attention to detail to ensure all tasks are processed efficiently and accurately in line with the LGPS regulations using a variety of MS Office and IT resources.Previous experience using Altair and/or ERP is advantageous.We will provide full and comprehensive training to give you the skills and confidence you need to complete the role.Please see person specification for a full list of essential and desirable criteria.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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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.

We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.

In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.

Adult Social Care encompasses a wide range of vital services covering;

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	<li>Social Work Services - we work with individuals who have care and support needs, and with their carers be they older or younger adults</li>
	<li>Occupational Therapy and Equipment Services - we aim to enhance people’s ability to live safely and independently in their home</li>
	<li>Internally Provided Services – we provide direct support to people enabling those in most need to live independent and fulfilled lives</li>
	<li>Business Systems and Continuous Improvement - we provide a range of services including Financial Assessments, provider payment processing and Business Systems administration. The Business Systems team provide support to Adult Social Care, Children’s Services and Education Services.</li>
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This is an exciting time to join us as we work to put adults and their carers at the heart of everything we do. Specifically, if you are social workers, occupational therapists or social care professionals who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for adults and their carers we will help you make a difference through manageable caseloads, high-quality professional support, supervision and guidance and excellent learning and development opportunities
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.

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? At Gosford Community Hub we offer day opportunities for adults with multiple and profound learning disabilities.&nbsp; We support many individuals who do not verbally communicate so our staff needs to pay attention to detail and think outside of the box to provide a high standard person-centred care.&nbsp;We are looking for warm, fun, bubbly, caring staff who are confident to run and plan activities that are inclusive for all in their local community. We work to maximise the opportunities, choices, and independence for all service users we support with a non-judgemental approach.&nbsp;Our goal is to provide a high standard of care for everyone who accesses the service promoting dignity, respect, and independence at all times.&nbsp;Work Pattern:Please note, the salary advertised is a full-time salary based on a 37-hour working&nbsp;week so will pro-rata accordingly for this role.&nbsp;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).&nbsp;All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this roleWho are we looking for? You will be committed to: &nbsp;<ul><li>&nbsp;Achieving meaningful and memorable days for our service users - this will include planning and running any activities.</li><li>&nbsp;Ensuring all support needs are met throughout the day. &nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Creating opportunity and choice with dignity and respect.</li><li>&nbsp;Providing a safe environment where service users rights and wishes are upheld and listened to&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Promoting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual wellbeing of the people we support, empowering them to fulfill a meaningful life.&nbsp;</li></ul>You’ll need: &nbsp;<ul><li>&nbsp;Patience and persistence to find ways to communicate effectively with service users</li><li>&nbsp;A willingness to work alone with service users as well as with colleagues. &nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;Be physically able to carry out assessed manual handling, including hoisting, and pushing wheelchairs.</li><li>&nbsp;To meet the practical and personal care/support needs of the individuals we support. This can range from dietary/nutrition to medication needs.&nbsp;</li></ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.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 date(s): 2nd February&nbsp;About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and 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>

Support Assistant

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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.We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.Our Values are:<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? We are currently looking for warm, positive, and dedicated individuals to work in our Adult Social Care Services team, providing person-centered support to adults at Maurice Edelman&nbsp;HouseYou will promote independence and personalised approaches in a safe, respectful, and dignified manner; giving people choice and control over the services they are using and ensuring the best possible outcomes for individuals.Working alongside our dedicated team you will provide personal, practical, emotional, and social support to individuals, enabling them to have a great quality of life as important and valued members of the local community.This is a “hands-on” role in which no two days are the same. You will, therefore, &nbsp;be flexible, patient, and non-judgemental approach to your work, and be able to demonstrate and adapt excellent communication skills.This post is for&nbsp; 2 x 28&nbsp;hours per week.Please note, the salary advertised is a full-time salary based on a 37-hour working week so will pro-rata accordingly for this role.&nbsp;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).&nbsp;All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.Who are we looking for? In further detail, your key duties and responsibilities will be to:<ul><li>Ensure the rights of people who access our services are promoted at all times, ensuring that the principles of choice, control, dignity, respect, involvement, and empowerment are maintained.</li><li>Ensure that the emotional wellbeing of the people we support is respected in all aspects of service delivery, wherever possible enabling them to assert responsibility for their own lives and obtain and act in accordance with the consent of the person in regard to their care and treatment.</li><li>Help in creating opportunities and choices, so that each individual can achieve their desired outcomes and has appropriate control over the decision-making process about the service they may receive.</li><li>Promote the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual wellbeing of the people we support including supporting people to access local facilities and opportunities.</li><li>Meet the practical and personal care and support needs of the people who access the service (this may include practical support with their dietary and nutritional needs and hands-on care tasks where applicable).</li><li>Assist and support with the administration of prescribed medicines in line with departmental policy and guidance complying with local protocols or instructions which ensure that a proper medication administration procedure is adhered to.</li></ul>For further information please contact <a href="mailto:dawn.kaye@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">dawn.kaye@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> 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 date(s): 2nd, 3rd February 2026About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

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We are looking for a passionate and effective Library Services Manager to lead the service through the next stage of our transformation.
Following a recent change in our service model, Croydon libraries now operate nine full time library buildings and an outreach service delivering activities and engagement across our communities. We are investing in our library buildings and developing our partnerships with Croydon’s dynamic culture, health and community sectors.&nbsp;
This role will work strategically to continue developing our library offer, building relationships across the council and the borough to reach more residents with quality books, information, digital support and creative programmes and events.&nbsp; The successful candidate will need strong partnership working and people management skills and be familiar with working with culturally diverse communities and people with different needs. Experience managing budgets, developing funding applications and delivering funded projects is also important.
This role is an opportunity to make a huge difference in London’s most populous borough with an ambitious investment programme in culture and creativity.&nbsp;

Croydon Council

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

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