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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.Job Title: Finance Support OfficerA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;&nbsp; Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The Role:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>As an experienced Finance Support Officer, you will provide flexible high quality financial management support service to a wide range of Children and young people services teams&nbsp;</li>
<li>As the Finance Support Officer, you will have good knowledge of Corporate financial systems such as Controcc and Liquid Logic and SAP</li>
<li>In the role of Finance Support Officer, you will be able to clearly explain and advise on action on complicated payment processes or similar with a range of different audiences such as social workers, placement providers, support companies, agencies and other external partners</li>
<li>You will be confident and experienced with cash handling, bank accounts and related financial systems in the role of Finance Support Officer</li>
</ul>Our offer to you:<ul>
<li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li>
<li>Agile working (Role dependent) -&nbsp;A “Flexibility First” approach to Agile working where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li>
<li>Part of the Local Government Pension scheme –&nbsp;option to join the AVC scheme</li>
<li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li>
<li>Health and Wellbeing -&nbsp;offer including Employee assistance programme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li>
<li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li>
<li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Medicash&nbsp;</li>
</ul>Next steps: Closing date:&nbsp;midnight Tuesday 15th July 2025 Shortlisting date: Wednesday 16th July 2025 Interview date: Thursday 24th July 2025We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Jenni Jones, Business Support Manager at <a href="mailto:jenni.jones@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">jenni.jones@liverpool.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.&nbsp;

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Finance Support Officer

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We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice within our ICT Team. The successful applicant would be kickstarting their career in ICT by learning from our experienced professionals, developing skills in troubleshooting and resolving tech-based issues, whilst completing a Level 3 Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.

Arun District Council

ICT - Apprentice

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Please apply online (see link below) or contact the school for further details, please DO NOT forward your CV.
Employment is with Corvus Learning Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council. The trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within two weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.Equal Opportunities
The Corvus Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children&nbsp;and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.



We are looking to appoint an experienced Communication Support Worker in possesion of a Level 3 license/certificate in British Sign Language to work with and support a profoundly deaf Key Stage 1 learner through their education journey from Spetember 2025. The learner uses BSL at home and engages with the school's total commutation approach e.g. PEX and Makaton.
Refer to the job specification and job description for further information, using these as guidance for your application. Ensure that you complete a full employment and education history in the relevant fields. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted, nor CVs in lieu of an application form.&nbsp;
Please note&nbsp;that school will be closed for May half term and will reopen 2nd June 2025.&nbsp;
Kennel Lane School is a modern, vibrant and inclusive special school catering for the needs of learners who have a wide range of learning difficulties, aged from 3-19.&nbsp; We offer an exciting learning community where every individual is valued and nurtured.
Our stimulating learning environment showcases our learners’ love of learning.&nbsp; Our innovative teaching and learning approach ensures the best outcomes for our learners through a wide and varied curriculum.
We are strongly committed to providing high quality professional development for all our staff.&nbsp; We strongly support and facilitate collaborative work across the school and in partnership with other schools.
The wellbeing of our staff is an important priority therefore we provide opportunities to ensure that we value their hard work and dedication.
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<li>Employee Assistance programme offering a range of services some of which include:</li>
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<li>In the moment support and counselling for work and home-life issues</li>
<li>Financial and Legal</li>
<li>Specialist information e.g. childcare&nbsp;</li>
<li>24 hours a day access&nbsp;</li>
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Please note that all applications will be considered upon receipt, therefore an early reply is recommended. We reserve the right to close the advert early should the right candidate be appointed.
Employment is with Corvus Learning Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council. The trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is thus not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within three weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.
Please visit our website to learn more about Kennel Lane School:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kennellaneschool.com/" target="_blank">http://www.kennellaneschool.com</a>

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SEND Tribunals Mediations and Resolutions Officer&nbsp; SEND TRIBUNALS, MEDIATIONS AND RESOLUTIONS TEAM £38,934 - £40,755&nbsp; Permanent – full time Hybrid – Newham Dockside Deadline for applications: 4.07.2025 JOIN US TO BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM At Newham we are ambitious for our children and young people with additional needs. Our aim is to make Newham the best place for all to live, learn and thrive; building on our historic ethos of inclusion and putting children and families at the heart of everything we do. We’re determined and driven towards creating a centre of practice excellence supporting children and young people with SEND, where no child is left behind. Newham is a diverse borough and we are committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking concerted, meaningful and intentional action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place to live, learn and work.&nbsp; Newham’s children need support from colleagues who: <ul>
<li>Are child centred and knowledgeable about issues affecting children with additional needs.</li> <li>Empathetic in their thinking, and towards our families.</li> <li>Driven and determined to improve quality of life for children and families.</li> <li>Focused on inclusivity and providing opportunities for children and young people with SEND.</li> <li>Value diversity and the future; we are one of London’s youngest, most diverse Boroughs – and proud!</li> </ul> Does this sound like you?&nbsp;Apply now and join us. &nbsp;ABOUT THE JOB The SEND Tribunals Mediations and Resolutions Officer is responsible for managing appeals and disputes related to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those concerning Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). The post holder will be working on behalf of the LA to ensure that all legal obligations are met in the resolution of SEND cases, you will prepare and submit evidence for the tribunal process and play a vital role in representing the local authority in legal settings and ensuring that outcomes are legally compliant and in the best interest of the child or young person. SEND Tribunal Officers work to resolve disputes amicably where possible but preparing for formal hearings when necessary. Their goal is to ensure that all parties involved are heard and that legal requirements are met throughout the tribunal process. To find out more and prepare your application please read the job description. &nbsp;ABOUT YOU &nbsp;We’re looking for a conscientious individual who is dedicated to tackling disproportionality and passionate about working to the best interest of our children and young people who live with disability. A fair and balanced outlook is essential to this role as we look to build a Fairer Newham for all. Candidates will need to meet the following (minimum) criteria in their application to be shortlisted: <ul>
<li>Significant experience in the SEND sector.</li> <li>Proven knowledge of SEND legislation and tribunal procedures.</li> <li>Practical experience with SEND legislation, the EHCP process, and dispute resolution.</li> <li>A strong understanding of the Children and Families Act 2014, the SEND Code of Practice, and tribunal procedures&nbsp;</li> <li>excellent communicators, capable of working with families, schools, and legal professionals to navigate complex cases.</li> <li>Excellent organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks</li> </ul> TO APPLY Please submit a CV and supporting statement through our recruitment portal. The supporting statement should demonstrate how you meet the relevant requirements listed above and in the person specification. Please view JD here Closing date 4/7/25 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

SEND Tribunals, Mediations and Resolutions Officer

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Please send all completed applications for the attention of Mrs G. Watts, Office Manager - <a href="mailto:finance@stlukeshalsall.sefton.org.uk" target="_blank">finance@stlukeshalsall.sefton.org.uk</a>. Please note, we do not accept CVs.&nbsp;



We are looking to appoint a hardworking and enthusiastic Midday Supervisor to help our children have a happy and enjoyable lunchtime, supervise children as they eat their dinners and help them play well together.
The successful candidate will be required to work as part of a team.
The role involves:
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<li>The supervision of children within the dining hall, ensuring that the environment is safe at all times</li>
<li>Ensuring that children are engaged in meaningful play</li>
<li>Ensuring that children enter and leave the playground in an orderly manner</li>
<li>The supervision of children within the classroom during bad weather</li>
<li>The supervision of children within the playground ensuring that there are no signs of bullying and encouraging purposeful play within a happy stimulating environment.</li>
<li>The issue of minor first aid and attention to children who are unwell.</li>
<li>Having a calm manner and a good sense of humour</li>
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To assist with any other duties as from time to time which may be allocated by the Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher.
Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS)&nbsp; The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to Local Government Pension Scheme

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Join Our Business and Executive Support Team!We are excited to announce that a full-time position has become available within the Business and Executive Support Team (BEST), supporting the School Organisation Team. This team is integral to the County Council's statutory duty to ensure sufficient school places for children in Staffordshire.Flexibility is required in this role to support other areas within the wider Business and Executive Support Service as needed. This will allow you to develop your skills and experience a variety of work opportunities across the service.Work EnvironmentThere is an expectation for both office and home working based on local agreement and business needs.Main Responsibilities 

As a Business Support Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for:
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<li>Collating and analysing demographic data, such as the number of children born across Staffordshire.</li>
<li>Producing and analysing pupil projections to identify the required number of school places.</li>
<li>Maintaining accurate records of school capacities.</li>
<li>Monitoring surplus places.</li>
<li>Ensuring the appropriate publication of statutory proposals for significant changes to schools</li>
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The Ideal Candidate We are looking for you to have,<ul>
<li>Strong attention to detail: A commitment to ensuring the quality and accuracy of data is paramount.</li>
<li>Ability to collaborate effectively within a team while also being capable of working independently using one's own initiative.</li>
<li>Experience in gathering and analysing data from multiple sources, demonstrating a thorough understanding of data interpretation.</li>
<li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills: Proficiency in utilizing advanced features and functions of Microsoft Excel to manage, analyse, and present data effectively.</li>
<li>Expertise in using mapping software for the creation of maps and manipulation of geographical data.</li>
</ul>Interviews will be held during the week starting 14th July 2025Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact &nbsp;Carly Davies at <a href="mailto:carly.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">carly.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:lesley.whittle@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">lesley.whittle@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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Home Ownership and Rents Team Leader (P01573)Starting salary £40,689 pa with potential progression to £43,690pa on achieving designated skills and experience37 hours per week (hybrid working) Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council owns and manages more than 10,000 social rented and leaseholder homes and we have ambitions to do more.Our aim is to make it easy for residents to access our services and we want to aid and support our tenants in the right place, at the right time. We know that this is a challenging time for many households and our new approach to service delivery reflects this.This is a key role where you will manage the following essential services: Leasehold and Home Ownership accounts, Right to Buy and Rent Accounting Transactions.You’ll deliver our promise of being a high-quality landlord, maximising our income and consulting our 1300 leaseholders to ensure their accounts are administered and managed effectively. Additionally, the team will be administering the council’s Right to Buy sales and rent account transactions and annual increases.We are looking for someone who has:<ul>
<li>Significant experience of delivering a leasehold service, including accounts management and consultations</li>
<li>Strong technical knowledge of leasehold services and accounts management</li>
<li>Detailed knowledge and experience of right to buy procedures and legislation</li>
</ul>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.You will be based at our offices in White Lion Square, Hatfield.We can offer you flexible working arrangements as well as the Local Government benefits including pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance.Our Values are important to us and we’re looking for someone who can live our values and help embed them into the services we deliver. Our values areCollaborative, Open, Responsible and Excellent.If you are interested in working in an ambitious authority, working collaboratively with dedicated officers, we want to hear from you. Closing date for applications is 10 July 2025Remote assessment will be held on 18 July 2025Interviews will be held on 29 July 2025. Keywords: welwyn hatfield council, local government, leasehold, right to buy, rent, accounts, finance, team leader, home ownership,

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Home Ownership & Rents Team Leader (P01573)

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Closing date:&nbsp;13 July 2025 Interview date:&nbsp;Week commencing 21 July 2025
Please apply via Winchester City Council's website or send your CV and covering letter to <a href="mailto:hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk</a>.
Are you interested in developing a career in planning or are you already an experienced Town Planner looking for a new challenge?
Winchester City Council has an exciting career opportunity for a Planning Officer within its Planning Department. This is a key role in ensuring our service remains high quality and efficient. We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join our skilled Planning Development Management Service and help shape our charming city, historic towns, villages and countryside. Our emerging Local Plan is ambitious and focussed on meeting the challenge of climate change.
Winchester is a unique place. A place of history and heritage that today is home to a vibrant and diverse cultural scene, a strong local economy, and is set within a beautiful landscape with 40% of the district inside the South Downs National Park. It’s a destination that attracts visitors from across the world. It should come as no surprise that it’s a place where expectations and ambitions are high. That’s what makes this role such an exciting professional opportunity.
The Role
The role of Planning Officer is an ideal opportunity to build your career as a planner. We are looking for candidates with a keen interest in the built, rural and natural environments who can demonstrate initiative and good judgement in making recommendations on a wide range of planning matters. Ideally you will have a degree in Planning, but we will consider those who have an alternative relevant degree. Support and training will be provided to enable you to carry out your role and develop your career.
You will be a highly motivated, well organised worker and a strong team player who can make a positive contribution to the team. You will have excellent, communication, assessment and negotiation skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines and contribute to delivering a high-quality service to our customers. You will need to have some experience of working in an office and in a customer focussed role.
What Winchester Offers
Our offices are based in the heart of Winchester’s Historic Cathedral City. Winchester and our market towns have a wealth of beautiful historic and contemporary developments, and we have a reputation for facilitating high quality planning outcomes in this context by working collaboratively with stakeholders and the community.
Successful candidates for this post will benefit from:
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<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Car Benefit salary sacrifice schemes</li>
<li>Competitive annual leave; up to 13 days additional flexi leave per year</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking&nbsp;</li>
<li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounted membership at the two leisure centres in the district</li>
<li>Confidential Employee Advice and Support Programme</li>
<li>Employee retail and shopping discounts</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loans</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
<li>Support for continuous professional development</li>
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Please note:&nbsp;previous applicants for this role need not apply.
If you are interested in working for Winchester City Council, please contact Simon Avery,&nbsp;Principal Planning Officer – Team Leader North on 01962 848572 or Lorna Hutchings,&nbsp;Service Lead: Built Environment&nbsp;on 01962 848290 for an informal chat about the roles available.

Winchester City Council

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Life Story Social Worker&nbsp; £41,442 - £44,331 per annum plus 5k Market supplement 1x 12 Months Fixed Term Contract&nbsp; Closing date 6/7/25 Interviews will take place W/c 21/07/2025 JOIN US AND HELP BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We’re a challenging yet rewarding place for social work practice to flourish and we are steadfastly committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking coordinated, meaningful and focused action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We are taking positive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for children and families to live, learn and thrive. We understand that social work can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and professionally. In Newham we value your well-being and we aim to ensure that you have a better work/life balance through a remote working offer when you are not visiting children and families, a modern office space for when you’re on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered, and a clinical offer to support you to do your best work.&nbsp; ABOUT THE JOB&nbsp; As part of our Children in Care team, we are recruiting for a Life Story Social Worker—a specialist role focused on helping children and young people understand their journey into care, their background, and their experiences. The Children in Care service enhances the family led, relational values that were already at the centre of our practice and will continue the evolution of our firmly embedded Circles of Support practice model. We’re keeping children at the heart of everything we do whilst improving the overall experience of the families, partners, and social workers in our sphere. We want to be at the forefront of evoking positive change in the sector and we’re looking for experienced, committed, relational social worker to join us and help us get there. Above all, we want to do the best for our children and young people who are in care, so that they understand their history and stories. This role is ideal for a reflective, empathetic social worker with a strong understanding of&nbsp; life story work skills, child development, trauma, and therapeutic approaches. You will: •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Undertake direct life story work with children and young people •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Create life story books and “Later in Life” letters •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Use therapeutic techniques to address trauma and loss •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Collaborate with social workers, carers, birth families, and professionals •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Support and mentor colleagues in life story work •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ensure children’s voices and lived experiences are captured and represented To find out more about the role - please see JD here ABOUT YOU We are looking for qualified, social worker-registered social workers with post-ASYE experience in long-term work with children and families. For the Life Story Social Worker role, experience in therapeutic life story work is essential. You will: •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Be passionate about life story work and relationship-based practice •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Have strong communication skills •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Be committed to anti-discriminatory practice and cultural competence We’re looking for conscientious, considerate and empathetic social worker who is committed to working relationally with children and young people.&nbsp; Newham is committed to our workforce being representative of the children and young people we work with, to enhance cultural competence and adjust our practice to suit the individuals we serve. We are looking for colleagues who share our values and are passionate about tackling dis-proportionality wherever they find it and building a Fairer Newham. You will have a genuine interest in a life story work, relationship based practice model, drawing on systemic thinking to inform your approach to building effective relationships with children and young people. Please view JD here IMPORTANT: If you are an LBN member of staff and applying for this role as a secondment you should note that secondments are subject to the agreement of your current employing service. Please ensure that you inform your line manager of your intention to apply for the post in the first instance. Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. 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Lambeth Agency Workers- Click here to apply Practitioner Manager (Adult Transformation Team) REF: 2328 Hybrid Working&nbsp; PO5 Linked Grade: £52,674 pa rising in annual increments to £55,710pa inc LW.&nbsp;&nbsp; 10 Month Secondment Opportunity/ Fixed Term Contract and Full Time (Maternity Cover) About Us: It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our&nbsp;Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff;&nbsp;Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated&nbsp;One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.&nbsp; About the Borough Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.&nbsp; With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment. About the Role: We are looking for an experienced practitioner manager who can demonstrate extensive knowledge of working within Adult Social Care and who has experience of working in different projects and partnership working with other professionals. The team works closely with different professionals including commissioning, voluntary agencies and other third sector organizations within the borough, so it is essential that you can demonstrate your ability to teamwork and build successful partnerships. Transformation Team have dedicated qualified social workers who work as part of the direct payment team, and we also have some dedicated staffs working on other projects that arises with ASC. We are looking for someone with experience of working in direct payment project and supporting staff to promote direct payment in the service we provide.&nbsp; In addition, the Practitioner Manager will need to manage and support staffs working on different projects within Adult Social Care and to implement local and national policies. The post holder must be pro-active in promoting anti-discriminatory practices and supporting council policy. ‘We especially encourage applications from people from the Black, Asian and Multiethnic communities and while the role is open to all applicants, Lambeth will utilise the positive action provisions of the Equality Act 2010 to appoint a candidate from underrepresented groups where there is a choice between two candidates of equal merit.’ For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: Job Description and Person Specification Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Chizoma Amadi at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:CAmadi@lambeth.gov.uk" target="_blank">CAmadi@lambeth.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;or 02079262328 Recruitment Timelines: Advert close date: 11:59pm on 26th June 2025. Benefits: We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including: <ul> <li>Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.</li> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.</li> <li>Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.</li> <li>Hybrid Working.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.</li> <li>Discounts at local restaurants.</li> <li>Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.</li> <li>Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme.</li> <li>Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.</li> <li>Trade Union Membership.</li> </ul> How to Apply: If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application.&nbsp; In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV and personal statement. At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click&nbsp;here.

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