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Following recent investment in additional management capacity across the service, we are now looking for a passionate Assistant Team Manager who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.Reporting to a Team Manager, as an ATM you will lead and manage a small team of social workers and create a supportive and collaborative team environment. ATM’s are not case holding. You will deliver high quality supervision and support social workers in the management of cases ensuring that high quality practice is delivered to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people.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, whether you are a manager or practitioner, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you are an experienced social worker ready for the next step or an existing assistant team manager we’d like to hear from you. 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.We have posts across our social work service, in social work, assessment and children in care.Candidates will be offered a competitive basic salary between £45,830 and £51,130 dependant on your experience, and the potential to earn up to £60,130 per year when market premiums and retention are applied.Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><li>A market allowance of £6,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li><li>A retention payment of £3,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)</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).</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 <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development" target="_blank">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</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 experience in Front Line practice</li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.<h4>Additional Information</h4>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>. Sharon Ward – 01634 331214Susan Akinyeke - 01634 333704This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.<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.





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Medway Council

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Assistant Team Manager - Childrens Social Work Teams

This is an exciting time to join the Medway Safeguarding Team as we have recently changed our service delivery model from three safeguarding teams to one overall safeguarding team. We are also expanding the size of the team and are currently recruiting Social Workers to join the service.Working in collaboration with the Senior Social Workers, Team Managers and other senior colleagues’, successful candidates will be required to practice as safeguarding social workers to support Medway Council in fulfilling its statutory duties in relation to safeguarding adults, as prescribed by relevant legislation and codes of practice. The successful candidates will need to develop and maintain a high level of skill, expertise, and up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, and good practice in order to provide support and advice to others in relation to statutory interventions. You will also need to maintain an awareness of changes in theories, legislation, and Medway Council policies, local and agency practices, in order to disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard safeguarding service.Alongside the Designated Senior Officer, successful candidates will be required to undertake the triaging of safeguarding Concerns and competently assess multiple and complex risks. You will have excellent knowledge of Making Safeguarding Personal principles with the ability to apply these in practice. You will work collaboratively with individuals, their families, support networks and partner agencies and apply a person centred and strengths-based approach when delivering safeguarding duties including undertaking S.42 enquiries and co-producing safety plans. You will be required to initiate and develop effective partnerships and joint working arrangements with other professionals and agencies, in order to ensure the comprehensive assessment of need, and the planning and delivery of appropriate services.You will be required to work flexibly in order to meet the needs of residents, with a requirement to undertake regular face to face visits, often unplanned or at short notice.This role will require successful candidate to attend and present at safeguarding meetings and possess the skills to accurately and proficiently write, chronologies, s.42 Enquiries and case notes in a timely manner.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.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.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.<ul></ul>

Social Worker Safeguarding 

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking policy planner to lead our Local Plans, Planning Specialists, and Economic Development Teams. This is an exciting leadership role for a development professional with a strong background in policy, either in local government or consultancy.You will manage a team of up to 12 skilled officers across a range of disciplines including planning policy, urban design, transport policy, and economic development. Your leadership will be key as we progress a number of strategic priorities over the next 12$ú18 months, including the introduction of a Community Infrastructure Levy, delivery of key Development Plan Documents, and a refresh of our Supplementary Planning Documents, including our district-wide Design Code. You will also support our Parishes deliver and refresh their neighbourhood plans.Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Uttlesford District Council (Essex)

Head of Planning Policy and New Communities

Due to an internal promotion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Planner to join our high-performing Local Plans Team. This is an ideal role for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate looking to begin or build their career in planning policy within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority.We are looking for someone with:<ul><li>Strong organisational and time management skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>A good understanding of planning policy and the planning system</li><li>The ability to analyse data and present information clearly, both in writing and in person</li></ul>Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Career Grade Planning Policy Officer

Administrative Assistant Level 1Grade – NJC Grade 3 SCP04Fixed term for 1 year in the first instance.32.5 hours and Term time only 38 weeks8.15am – 12pm, 12.30pm to 3.15pm. Monday to FridayTo start as soon as possible (pending recruitment and safeguarding checks), likely mid October.The Governing Body of Cwmcarn Primary School is seeking to appoint a Clerk. An approachable, reliable and professional person is required for undertaking this demanding but rewarding role within the school office.Cwmcarn Primary is a happy, friendly community school. The school had a very strong ESYYN inspection in September 2024 and also includes 3 local authority resources bases. The school clerk has an important role, central to all aspects of school life. Previous Admin experience is essential. Efficient organisational skills, excellent IT skills and the ability to welcome pupils, parents and visitors to our school are essential. The clerk is required to support the Headteacher is all aspects of the administration of running the school. Other tasks include managing the website and cashless catering. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The successful applicant must have a flexible attitude, work positively as part of our team and enjoy working in an environment with the children, including children with complex needs.To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Mrs Beard-Robbins, Head Teacher on 01495 270494.Application forms can be requested from the school office please ring 01495 270494 or email <a href="mailto:cwmcarnprimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">cwmcarnprimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Completed application form need to be returned to the school.Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 18th September 2025.Shortlisting will take place on Friday 19th September 2025.Interviews will talk place Monday 22nd September 2025.Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.This post is advertised in English only as it has been categorised as one where Welsh language skills are not necessary.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Administrative Assistant Level 1 - Cwmcarn Primary School

Healthy, Safe, Behaviours (HSB) Team – Supporting young people with Harmful Sexual Behaviour £52,431.00 to £64,811.00: (with market supplement) up to £72,311.00 (depending on experience) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Principal Psychologist to join our Healthy Safe Behaviours Team (HSB). This newly configured service supports children and young people (7 to 17 years), open to Birmingham Children’s Trust, who present with harmful sexual behaviour. The team adopt a multi-agency approach, supporting Early Help, Safeguarding, Children in Care and Youth Justice Services; delivering bespoke and tailored interventions and programmes of education and support.We are looking for a Principal Psychologist, with significant experience working with children and young people with presentations relating to harmful sexual behaviour, offending, and who may also have histories of early adversity, childhood trauma &amp;/or significant attachment disruption. This new role will work alongside the operational team manager to provide clinical leadership for the ongoing development and delivery of this service in accordance with the evidence base and current best practice guidance. The successful candidate will:<ul> <li>Carry out specialist assessments, formulation and deliver psychological interventions to children, young people, families &amp;/or caregivers. </li> <li>They will lead on the development of risk screening and management planning and support the escalation of mental health concerns where appropriate. </li> <li>A significant proportion of this role will include working with the professional network around the child/young person; providing psychological consultation, developing shared formulations of complex needs/presentations, contributing to safety plans, teaching and training and clinical supervision. </li> <li>The role will also have opportunities for service development, innovative and creative ways of working, routine service evaluation and research as required. </li></ul>Post qualification training in trauma informed approaches and experience in supporting others in trauma informed care (or enthusiasm to develop this knowledge/skills) is desirable. This work can be pressured and emotionally challenging at times, but can also be very rewarding. Birmingham is a ‘super diverse’ city and a broad range of diverse ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds represented in our workforce and in those we support. If you are a team player, with strengths in multi-agency and partnership working, who is passionate and experienced in developing and delivering high quality and effective services for this population, we would love to hear from you. We will provide you with access to training, regular clinical, professional and management supervision, and on-going support. You will also have opportunities to link with other psychologists across the Trust for peer support.In order to be considered for this role please include a supporting statement and CV demonstrating how you meet the competencies required as outlined in the attached person specification. For more information, please contact Lee Vince, TESS &amp; HSB Head of Service on <a href="mailto:Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> or Dr Marie Kershaw, Consultant Clinical Psychologist: <a href="mailto:Marie.Kershaw@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Marie.Kershaw@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025Interviews will take place on: Monday 13th October 2025 We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Birmingham Children's Trust

Principal Psychologist (Clinical or Forensic) 

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About the Role and Requirements
Woodberry Down is one of the largest estate regeneration programmes in Europe, providing around 6,000 new homes, plus parks, shops and public facilities alongside the stunning Woodberry Wetlands. The Council is delivering this ambitious programme in partnership with local residents, community organisations, Berkeley Homes and Notting Hill Genesis.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Strategic Finance Manager for the Woodberry Down Regeneration Scheme to play a crucial role in ensuring good financial management, supporting land assembly initiatives, and facilitating full cost recovery of council expenses. The role will sit in the Housing and Regeneration Finance Team but will work closely with the Woodberry Down Regeneration Team - particularly the Head of Regeneration.
We’re looking for someone who has local authority development finance experience&nbsp;and is a&nbsp;CCAB-qualified accountant.&nbsp;Knowledge of the practical operation of complex, large scale Development Agreements, and phased regeneration projects would also be beneficial.
Key Responsibilities:
Support delivery of sound financial management, including recording and evidencing land assembly and relevant costs, to enable full cost recovery.
- Ensure cost reclaim from the Development Partner (Berkley Homes) is kept up&nbsp; &nbsp;to date.
- Provide information and assurance for viability test inputs, collaborating closely with the regeneration team.
- Assist with land assembly budget setting.
- Conduct monthly budgeting and reporting for both capital and revenue.
- Prepare quarterly accounts for sites subject to CPO indemnity agreements.
- Possess a basic understanding of development finance and the operation of Woodberry Down and/or large Regeneration Schemes
- Review and provide comments on the regeneration team's financial propositions.
Hackney has a proud track record of financial stability and innovation in service delivery. We are looking for someone who can build on that success and help us go further in transforming the way we use resources, make systems smarter, and ensure every pound we spend has purpose.
In return, you’ll be part of an inclusive, ambitious organisation that invests in its people. You’ll benefit from flexible working, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to help shape the future of public services in one of the UK’s most exciting urban boroughs.
This is also an exciting opportunity to be a part of the transformative regeneration programme and partnership, delivering high quality new homes and exemplary place making.
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Julie Curtis, Assistant Director of Finance - Housing and Regeneration&nbsp;<a href="mailto:julie.curtis@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">julie.curtis@hackney.gov.uk</a>
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
Closing date for applications: 17 September 2025 (22:59)
Interview &amp; Assessment date: 02 October 2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>







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London Borough of Hackney

Strategic Finance Manager - Woodberry Down Regeneration

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About the Role:
Hackney Council is looking for a&nbsp;skilled, enthusiastic and experienced individual to join as a Strategic Finance Manager within the Housing and Regeneration Finance Team.&nbsp;The post holder will be the lead finance officer in the directorate, responsible for providing strategic high level financial advice and support to senior management. You will work closely with the Assistant Director of Finance to set robust controls, all at a time of real economic challenge in the public sector.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge and experience of Housing Finance particularly Capital and Housing Delivery to provide the level of leadership and support required in this senior position, including knowledge of the challenges affecting the service area and the Council as a whole and the strategies being applied to address them. The post holder will have overall responsibility for the strategic management of the directorate, financial management, including financial strategies, revenue and capital budgets, the accounts, financial systems and financial information to Members and third parties. All of these will involve working closely with staff in the Regeneration, Economy and Housing Delivery including the Director. You will also directly manage a team of two and any apprentices allocated to the team.
To flourish in this role, you will need to build relationships and understand the business needs with broader financial objectives. You need to be part CCAB qualified or have extensive accounting experience with a solid understanding of local government Housing Finance, Capital and Housing Development.
Hackney has a proud track record of financial stability and innovation in service delivery. We are looking for someone who can build on that success and help us go further in transforming the way we use resources, make systems smarter, and ensure every pound we spend has purpose.
In return, you’ll be part of an inclusive, ambitious organisation that invests in its people. You’ll benefit from flexible working, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to help shape the future of public services in one of the UK’s most exciting urban boroughs.
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below. For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Julie Curtis, Assistant Director of Finance - Housing and Regeneration,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:julie.curtis@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">julie.curtis@hackney.gov.uk</a>
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
Closing date for applications:&nbsp;17 Sept&nbsp;2025 (22:59)
Interview and assessment date:&nbsp;W/C 07 October&nbsp;2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>








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The Place Making Officer is a key operational role within the Programme and Place team at Barnsley Council.
You will be part of a team that will run traditional and specialist markets in the Principal Towns, coordinating promotional events and commercial activity in Barnsley Town Centre and Principal Towns, and monitoring and enforcing borough-wide street trading.
This role will work closely with independent traders and support them to start, grow, and establish their businesses in urban centres across the borough, contributing to the vitality and vibrancy of Barnsley Town Centre and the high streets in the Principal Towns.
About the Post:
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<li>You will contribute to economic growth in the borough’s urban centres through active place making, which includes Barnsley Town Centre and high streets in the borough’s Principal Towns (Cudworth, Goldthorpe, Hoyland, Penistone, Royston, and Wombwell).</li>
<li>You will undertake operational management of outdoor markets and events in the Principal Towns; promotions and commercial activity in Barnsley Town Centre and the Principal Towns, and boroughwide street trading activity.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You will proactively carry out on a daily basis; inspections, customer liaison and administrative duties, and ensure that place making activities are regulated, enforced and developed e.g. ensuring traders have appropriate permissions and insurance.</li>
<li>You will collect rents and charges, and input, check and maintain accurate records, correspondence and IT systems to support the effective operation of outdoor markets, street trading, events, promotions, and commercial activity.</li>
<li>You will assist in resolving complex queries, issues and disputes ensuring a seamless service as well as providing advice, guidance and information, including dealing with complaints and difficult customers.</li>
<li>You will undertake manual tasks, following health and safety guidance, in order to facilitate day to day operations, such as erecting gazebos, lifting stall weights and moving and assembling trestle tables.</li>
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What we Offer:&nbsp;
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<li>A supportive and inclusive work culture where your contributions are valued, and your ideas are heard.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and advancement, with access to training programs and mentorship initiatives.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, generous holiday allowances, and weekend-working enhancements.&nbsp;</li>
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Requirements:&nbsp;
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<li>Exceptional organisational abilities and attention to detail, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships with independent businesses and community groups.</li>
<li>A proactive work ethic and positive mindset with a passion for driving positive change within the town centre and high streets in the Principal Towns.</li>
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Contact Suzanne Burton on&nbsp;<a href="mailto:suzanneburton@barnsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">suzanneburton@barnsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;to arrange an informal discussion and apply online at <a href="http://www.barnsley.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.barnsley.gov.uk/jobs</a>

Place Making Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Like all of us here at Barnsley, you will care about children young people and their education. So you’ll relish this opportunity to play a part in ensuring pupils attend school regularly in order to achieve their full potential. At a time of exciting change, you will support the service in working with partner agencies, our schools and academies to improve attendance and reduce exclusions across the borough.
In Barnsley we want all children, young people and families to benefit from the opportunities that a great childhood brings. A range of experiences and learning opportunities can help to give children and young people the best start in life and adulthood.
The Great Childhoods Ambition is our commitment to improving the lives and futures of our children and young people. We'll support them to have a great childhood and ensure they feel they&nbsp;belong, and can&nbsp;explore,&nbsp;dream,&nbsp;grow&nbsp;and&nbsp;connect. We want to ensure every child is in school, everyday
Barnsley Council focuses on creativity, ambition and people. Our award-winning council is on an exciting journey of change. It’s all about putting local people at the heart of everything we do. We’re now more innovative, more efficient and provide better value for money. The changes are clear to see - from new businesses and jobs, to improving school results and to museums being recognised for their community engagement.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Shape a better future with us
Join us on our journey to a brighter future. By working together, with each other and with our communities, we can take pride in improving lives. Let’s make a better Barnsley for everyone.
Your role in our journey
As a Systems Coordinator Officer for the Education Welfare Service, you will have the opportunity to support the shaping of service delivery to improve attendance in education across the borough. You will be responsible for supporting the coordination of systems that assist the operational performance of the Education Welfare service in fulfilling it’s statutory and non-statutory functions. By working alongside the team you will support the service in gathering, recording and tracking information to ensure systems and process run efficiently and effectively. You will work in collaboration with the management team to engage schools and academies in providing complete and timely information to support the service in meeting the legal requirements of it’s statutory processes whilst supporting the service in aligning service delivery and objectives to support Barnsley’s vision of a brighter future and the 2030 plan to transform our borough into the place of possibilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;
What you’ll need
To join us, you’ll need a level 3 qualification in a related discipline and be committed to continued professional development. You will have experience of working with a range of computer applications and have practical experience of dealing with enquiries from the public and our partners. You will be skilled in building working relationships with internal and external partners, you will be skilled in communicating effectively with parents and partners. You will have proven ability to organise and document scheduled meetings.
A lot to look forward to
Here at Barnsley, we live and work by four important values: honesty, teamwork, excellent service, and taking pride in what we do. As part of our team, you can be sure we’ll do all we can to support you in being truly excellent. You see, we prioritise learning and enabling you to achieve your potential, so we’ve created a development process that lets you grow in the way that suits you - whether that’s training to be a leader, or learning flexibly online.
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To achieve your ambitions while shaping a bright future for our communities, apply now.

Systems Coordinator Officer

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LAC Health BSO – 21 hours – Weds - Fri&nbsp;
Duties to include:
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Checking database for Barnsley Children coming into care
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Deal with Out of Area requests for Initial Health Assessments
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Processing of Review Health Assessments / Initial Health Assessments
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Checking generic e-mail inbox and deal with e-mails / enquiries
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Booking children medicals by liaising with Paediatricians
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Update tracker
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Use Mosaic and SystmOne databases
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Produce reports from tracker for weekly meeting
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Liaising with named nurse for Health
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Chasing of missing information
What will you need?
You will&nbsp;hold a level&nbsp;2&nbsp;qualification, have a business support background&nbsp;or a keen&nbsp;interest in&nbsp;developing within this area.&nbsp;&nbsp;Applicants should be aware that there&nbsp;may be&nbsp;exposure to emotionally charged information in connection with vulnerable children/adults&nbsp;and a level of personal resilience is required.&nbsp;&nbsp;Support is provided&nbsp;via regular one to one meetings&nbsp;and de-briefings.&nbsp;
You will be flexible in your approach&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure the overall service&nbsp;objectives&nbsp;are achieved, be an excellent team player, have a ‘can do’ attitude and willing to make a solid contribution to the smooth running of the service.&nbsp;
In return, you will be&nbsp;joining&nbsp;an&nbsp;award-winning&nbsp;Council, which is&nbsp;supportive,&nbsp;forward thinking and proactively develops its workforce&nbsp;in a positive environment&nbsp;enabling everyone&nbsp;to be the best&nbsp;they&nbsp;can be.&nbsp;&nbsp;
For an informal chat please email&nbsp;Justine Hibberd&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Justinehibberd@barnsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Justinehibberd@barnsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or Vicki jackson&nbsp;<a href="mailto:vickijackson2@barnsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">vickijackson2@barnsley.gov.uk</a>

Business Support Officer - Children's Services

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Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
We’re&nbsp;excited to be recruiting an Employment and Volunteer Support Worker&nbsp;here in Barnsley, the place of possibilities.&nbsp;
We are a double award winning, high performing Council with a growing economy, a thriving town centre and some&nbsp;truly impressive&nbsp;outcomes in our communities. This is why we were awarded Council of the year 2023 by the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) and the Municipal Journal (MJ)&nbsp;
Our excellent Supported Employment and Volunteering Service has been a key part of our win,&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;so proud of what we have achieved not just for the council but for our partners and Barnsley.&nbsp;
We want every person with a learning barrier to achieve their full potential by having the opportunity to work or volunteer in the local area. We work with local employers and voluntary organisations to create opportunities that will achieve positive and sustainable outcomes for the people we support.&nbsp;
We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, committed individual to join our supportive team and help to provide the&nbsp;very best&nbsp;outcomes for vulnerable adults in Barnsley&nbsp;in line with&nbsp;the SEQF 5 stage model&nbsp;of Supported Employment&nbsp;
As an Employment and Volunteer Support Worker&nbsp;your function will be to provide job coaching&nbsp;in a workplace setting&nbsp;to enable candidates to become&nbsp;independent in their roles. You will ideally have experience of working with people with learning disabilities,&nbsp;difficulties&nbsp;or neurodiversity&nbsp;or&nbsp;with&nbsp;other vulnerable groups.&nbsp;You may also support people with job searching, cv writing or employability skills&nbsp;helping them&nbsp;identify&nbsp;suitable opportunities. You will work&nbsp;as part&nbsp;of a team to contribute to&nbsp;assessment and action planning&nbsp;as part of the&nbsp;candidates&nbsp;journey.&nbsp;
You will need a level 2 qualification.&nbsp;
You’ll&nbsp;be required to have an enhanced DBS check. If you live overseas or have lived overseas in the last five years, if you are the preferred candidate for the post, you will&nbsp;be required&nbsp;to apply for an overseas criminal records check from the country you have live in. If you&nbsp;experience difficulty&nbsp;in obtaining an overseas criminal record check, please <a href="mailto:emaildbs@barnsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">emaildbs@barnsley.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Please make sure you view the job profile for this role, as&nbsp;you'll&nbsp;need to&nbsp;demonstrate&nbsp;how you meet the required criteria in your application form.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In certain circumstances, Pensions Regulations may reduce pension payments of those who return to work within local government service. If&nbsp;you're&nbsp;in receipt of a pension before starting your employment with Barnsley Council, this may affect your pension entitlements - please&nbsp;get in touch with&nbsp;the relevant Pensions Authority for advice.&nbsp;
We’re&nbsp;an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;receive great pay, generous holiday entitlement, an excellent pension scheme and development opportunities.&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;a family friendly organisation and support employees to work flexibly and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;a healthy work life balance. We encourage discussions around working hours and patterns.&nbsp;There’s&nbsp;so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make Barnsley the place of possibilities.&nbsp;
To find out more about joining our team at Barnsley Council and for help with your application, visit barnsley.gov.uk/Jobs.&nbsp;

Employment & Volunteering Support Worker 2 posts

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Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives? Do you possess the leadership skills and vision to guide a dynamic team? Join us as our Youth Operations Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping democratic opportunities for young people across Barnsley to become active citizens as part of our youth service developments.
About Us
Every child and young person in Barnsley deserves to have the best opportunities, have big ambitions and experience everything that a great childhood has to offer. For our older young people, this includes having access to opportunities that support their personal and social development and wider well-being that supports their journey into adolescence and equips them with the confidence, key skills and resilience to become successful adults in their own right.
The Local Authority’s Targeted Youth Support Service are a key partner in delivering services that are sufficient to meet the needs of our local young people and we are going through some exciting changes within the service to be able to respond to new and emerging priorities for young people and youth work both locally and nationally.
Our service provides support for young people through a youth work approach enabling them to:
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Unlock new skills and abilities through personal and social development programmes of activity and opportunities
·&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Connect with their local community, influence positive change, become active citizens and make a difference through youth voice, participation and advocacy opportunities
We are a forward-thinking team dedicated to supporting young people in their journey toward personal growth, social participation, and future success. Our programmes include informal &nbsp;education, recreation and leisure opportunities, mentoring and social action, all rooted in our mission to empower youth to realise their full potential.
As Youth Operations Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our youth services and programmes, specifically leading the Youth Voice and Participation Team within our wider service to ensure delivery meets the highest standards of quality and impact. You will manage staff, budgets, and logistical planning, all while maintaining a focus on safeguarding and positive outcomes for young people and the expectations of our stakeholders and partners.
Contract type: Fixed term until 31.7.2027 to cover the secondment of the current postholder(s).

Youth Operations Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
We’re&nbsp;excited to be recruiting&nbsp;one&nbsp;permanent&nbsp;part time&nbsp;social&nbsp;worker&nbsp;(25.5&nbsp;hours)&nbsp;here&nbsp;in Barnsley&nbsp;to join&nbsp;our&nbsp;Adult&nbsp;Reviewing Team.&nbsp;&nbsp;
How do we sum up Barnsley Council? Well,&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;a double award-winning, high-performing council with a growing economy, a thriving town centre, and some&nbsp;hugely impressive&nbsp;outcomes in our communities. This is why&nbsp;we’ve&nbsp;been awarded Council of the Year for 2023 by the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) and The Municipal Journal (MJ). Our excellent&nbsp;adult social care service&nbsp;has been a key part of our win;&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;so proud of what&nbsp;we’ve&nbsp;achieved not just for the council but for our partners and Barnsley.&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;impressed. Are you?&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;the perfect time to join our excellent team.&nbsp;
The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Making&nbsp;Safeguarding&nbsp;Personal&nbsp;(MSP),&nbsp;Mental Capacity Act 2005 legislation and be knowledgeable in understanding Human Rights 1998 and the Care Act 2014. You will have strong social work values that lead your practice with people helping them to achieve the best outcomes.&nbsp;The role will entail working with individuals, families, carers, and communities to enable them to make informed decisions, to promote independence, whilst working in a strengths-based approach.&nbsp;Utilising community resources and services such as reablement and telehealth care is also a key part of the role.
Your role in our journey
As a Social Worker in our&nbsp;Reviewing Team,&nbsp;you will be a relatable practitioner responding to situations with strengths-based practice at the heart of your work. You will&nbsp;have the opportunity as part of your review to&nbsp;develop creative and imaginative solutions to help people achieve positive outcomes which enable people to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;their independence and live a happier healthier life. With all the changes happening at Barnsley,&nbsp;there’s&nbsp;nowhere more exciting to improve your practice. Here,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;help individuals, families, carers,&nbsp;and communities to make the right decisions for a safer, more independent future. Along the way,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;make your own progress through training&nbsp;programs.&nbsp;
What&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;need
To join us,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;need to have a recognised social work&nbsp;qualification&nbsp;and be registered with Social Work England or waiting to be registered.&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;bring some relevant experience of working with adults and be expected to produce&nbsp;high-quality&nbsp;assessments, collaborating with various agencies, and interpreting case law and legislation. Knowledge of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act, local and national policy issues, equal opportunity, and anti-oppressive practice are vital.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;expect you to be a skilled communicator and a flexible, creative practitioner; determined to make the most of this unique opportunity.&nbsp;
A lot to look forward to
Here at Barnsley, we live and work by four important values: honesty, teamwork, excellent service, and taking pride in what we do. As part of our team, you can be sure&nbsp;we’ll&nbsp;do all we can to support you in being truly excellent. You see, we prioritise learning and enabling you to achieve your potential.&nbsp;So,&nbsp;we’ve&nbsp;created a&nbsp;development process that lets you grow in the way that suits you - whether&nbsp;that’s&nbsp;your ASYE training or training to be a leader within Adult&nbsp;Social&nbsp;Care.

Social Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Following the creation of a new Primary Pupil Referral Unit to be based at Fairlight Primary and Nursery School, The Central Hub needs dynamic and innovative Teaching Assistants to join our team. You will have to have the resilience and ability to work as part of a small team dedicated to supporting our young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties to help overcome their barriers to learning and instil the skills that they need to succeed.Paid weeks per year: 47.36&nbsp;(inclusive of holiday entitlement)Start date: As soon as possible&nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>Your role will be:<ul>
<li>To work alongside the lead teacher and HLTA within the classroom to supports students with their learning, encouraging pupils to interact with others in the classroom and engage in activities led by the teacher.&nbsp;</li>
<li>To work under the supervision of the lead teacher and senior staff to understand the learning needs of pupils and ensure effective support in across the curriculum.&nbsp;</li>
<li>To support the development and maintenance of resources to assist in teaching.&nbsp;</li>
<li>To monitor progress of named students and provide feedback.&nbsp;</li>
<li>To support individual students and small groups in their learning.</li>
<li>To support students in their mainstream settings.</li>
<li>To take a whole site responsibility for an area of support.</li>
<li>To prepare, develop, maintain and deploy appropriate learning aids, materials and equipment, including ICT, to assist in teaching.</li>
</ul>Closing date: 14 September 2025Interview date:&nbsp;18/19 September 2025&nbsp;How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@chb.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@chb.org.uk</a>&nbsp;Telephone:&nbsp;01273 916594Website: <a href="https://chb.org.uk/" target="_blank">chb.org.uk</a> <h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityThe Central Hub is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to equality of opportunity. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Teaching Assistant Level C

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
We are currently accepting applications for a Social Workers and Experienced Social Workers for our Adult Safeguarding Team.
You will be responsible for the screening of adult safeguarding concerns and undertaking of section 42 enquiries as per Care Act duties.
You will have a demonstrable ability to build positive working relationships with service users and professionals, as well as sound working knowledge of legislative frameworks and guidance relevant to safeguarding including the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.&nbsp;
We are a supportive and nurturing team, committed to staff development and progression to support you in achieving your ambitions. In this role you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities provided by a dedicated Professional Standards Team, to both support your practice and to enable self-development and resilience building.
This is an opportunity to develop excellent risk management skills, working closely with vulnerable adults and their families to deliver positive outcomes that put the persons views and wishes at the heart of our work.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic next step in your social work career.
Working Hours: 36 hours per week, various shift patterns (7.2 hour days) to cover 9-5pm Monday to Friday.
We would like to offer a Social Worker the opportunity to join our team and contribute to the valuable work of our team.
If you are interested in discussing the role further, please contact Team Manager, Alison Douglas via email on: <a href="mailto:allisondouglas@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">allisondouglas@wirral.gov.uk</a>
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
The Council has a visa sponsorship license and is therefore able to offer certificates of sponsorship to non-UK residents through the skilled-worker route for this role. In order to qualify for this, applicants must be Registered with Social Work England, and require sponsorship.
Please note that the certificate of sponsorship alone is not a visa: an individual will still need to apply for and receive their visa to have the Right to Work in the UK.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Social Worker, Experienced Social Worker (Adult Safeguarding Team)

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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 is an opportunity to join our LibraryPlus team, where you will use your customer-facing skills to deliver a wide range of services, including the provision of activities and services for communities, children and their families, within library community spaces.Dealing with a variety of enquiries and tasks to include joining new borrowers, cash handling and local history enquiries, you will ensure that each customer has a positive experience in the library.<h2>Additional information</h2><ul>
<li>Can you provide excellent customer service to all visitors to Northamptonshire Central LibraryPlus?</li>
<li>Are you motivated and enthusiastic with a proactive approach?</li>
<li>Are you creative and excited about delivering and supporting memorable activities for children and their families?</li>
<li>Are you passionate about serving your local community and seeking partnerships with local organisations to benefit library customers?</li>
</ul>If so, you might be the person we are looking for.<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;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>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>.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.

Customer Service Advisor (Northamptonshire Central Library)

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About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents' every day. Through our Early Help Service, we will work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every person is supported to achieve his or her potential. The foundations for mental health, emotional control, doing well in education and parenting ability are all set in place in the early years; the home surroundings, family life and parenting are all important factors in determining positive outcomes for children as they grow and develop.For more information about Children's Services, please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/education-children-and-families/" target="_blank">Education, Children and Families</a>page and our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/social-care-and-health-information-for-professionals/children/early-help/early-help-services/" target="_blank">WSCC Health and Social Care</a> section of our website.For more information about working for West Sussex County Council (WSCC), please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/about-us/" target="_blank">WSCC About Us</a> page on our West Sussex County Council website.The OpportunitySalary: £48,226 to £51,356 per annum Working Pattern: Part Time (30 hours) Contract Length: Fixed Term until 31/11/2026. Location: Adur and WorthingEarly Help ensures that children and families receive accessible and co-ordinated support when they need it. This support ranges across a continuum from early identification and preventative approaches through to more targeted help where families are experiencing more complex or multiple difficulties. At every level support is designed to address and reduce the problems or challenges and prevent them getting worse.As a Team Manager, you will be expected to lead, supervise and provide oversight of a team that provides direct intervention to children, young people and families through targeted support, partnership working within the dedicated schools team, or lead a team that provides support to the Early Help Hub.You will lead the Dedicated Schools Team for Adur and Worthing, you will seek to develop a good understanding of the Adur and Worthing schools, to understand their needs and challenges and build a positive and trusting relationship between early help and schools. You will lead your team so that they can assess the needs of children, young people and families in order to access, coordinate and deliver the support they need to improve their outcomes and lived experience and prevent their difficulties becoming irreversible.You will play a key role in the Early Help leadership team in bringing your knowledge and expertise into the development of services. You will be responsible for ensuring policies and practice are adhered to through a number of quality assurance processes. You will work alongside peers across the directorate to work collaboratively to ensure the needs of children are met.Experience and SkillsKey Skills: <ul>
<li>Ability to anticipate problems, plan solutions and make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions which will have a wider service impact, particularly in relation to providing a varied service, resource issues, partnership building (internally or externally) and the day-to-day management and direction of the team.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence the actions of others and communicate information which may be complex and contentious. Including the ability to negotiate solutions across wide areas of the business, manage conflict and successfully convince others of the need to take a specific course of action with a child first approach.</li>
<li>Effective people and performance management skills and the ability to provide direction and motivate and inspire the team to deliver quality professional practice.</li>
<li>Able to manage self, is self-aware and understands impact of work on self and others and responds constructively to situations. Understanding the need for emotional intelligence/resilience. Ability to respond calmly and appropriately to situations where others are in a stressful or anxious situation. Thorough understanding of the range of needs presented by children and families.</li>
<li>Ability to organise/prioritise work, co-ordinate a variety of tasks in a clear and logical way and meet agreed deadlines and outcomes without supervision.</li>
<li>Analytically minded with the ability to judge, analyse and interpret varied and highly complex situations to produce strategies over the long term e.g. interpret and solve issues by coordinating with multiple agencies across the county, such as schools, CAMHS, Adult Services, Social Care, Police, etc.</li>
</ul>Qualifications and/or experience: <ul>
<li>Post graduate professional qualification relevant either to management or to a professional service specialism (e.g. Social Work, Health, Early Education and Childcare, Community Development, Family Support); or equivalent level of significant experience demonstrating comprehensive application of the above levels of knowledge in a relevant setting.</li>
<li>Relevant chartered status of a professional body or equivalent high-level experience of involved practices.</li>
<li>Advanced theoretical knowledge of systems, procedures and policies in specialist areas e.g. child protection, data protection, relevant law, national guidance, risk management, health and safety, safeguarding, evidence-based practice of what works within family support.</li>
<li>Valid and full driving licence and access to a vehicle/ability to travel around the county independently.</li>
</ul>Reward and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05930.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Rea Painter at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>, for issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter outline your motivations for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced SWE Registration, DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.

Early Help Team Manager Dedicated Schools Team

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Team Manager – Adult Social Care to join our Award-Winning Adult Social Care Service here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As the Team Manager, you will work within the East Social Care Team undertaking direct work with customers who have a learning or physical disability, a long-term condition, who are young carers, people transitioning into adulthood and older people.
You will ensure that all work undertaken within the team is in accordance with relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies and procedures to promote and ensure wellbeing, independence and safety. You will provide leadership, management, and support to the team, ensuring that performance and quality standards are met, delivering a culture of partnership to ensure collaborative working with all stakeholders.
The main aim of the service is to enable people to live safely in the community, maximising their strengths and abilities to live as independently as they can, and supporting carers to continue in their caring role as long as they wish to and are able to.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores third highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection. &nbsp;
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of days 31 (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more! 
Key responsibilities:
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<li>Manage day to day operational activity of a social care team.</li>
<li>Ensure the team works collaboratively with all stakeholders by ensuring appropriate use of multi-agency frameworks and meetings.</li>
<li>To be accountable for ensuring statutory Duties concerning Adult Safeguarding activity undertaken within the team are effectively discharged in accordance with Sec 42 Care Act 2014 and Pan Berkshire Policies &amp; Procedures.</li>
<li>To be accountable for governance of all activity within the team to ensure adherence to legislation, effective application of Policies &amp; Procedures, and that all statutory requirements and Professional Standards are met, with issues arising being addressed in the appropriate manner.</li>
<li>To use effective leadership skills, to effectively support and manage staff during periods of transformation and change.</li>
<li>Lead and be accountable for all aspects of management of staff within a social care team.</li>
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Candidate requirements:
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<li>Social Work or Occupational Therapy qualification. Including registration with appropriate Body (SWE/HCPC).</li>
<li>Ability to manage others in a fast-paced Environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrable ability to communicate and work with people at a range of levels, across a range of situations and settings.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the legal and policy framework in relation to the role.</li>
<li>Ability to make non routine and complex judgements, including when under pressure, and escalating as and when appropriate.</li>
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Our area: 
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. &nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Click the link below and apply today! Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, contact Josephine Lukehurst – Service Manager, <a href="mailto:Josephine.lukehurst@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Josephine.lukehurst@wokingham.gov.uk</a>. Strictly no agencies.&nbsp;
Closing date:&nbsp;Sunday 5th October 2025, 11pm
Interviews:&nbsp;Week Commencing 6th October 2025 &nbsp;
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Team Manager - Adult Social Care

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Technical Officer x 3 positions
Tackling fly tipping is a key priority for the Council and following recent changes &nbsp;the Environmental Enforcement Team are seeking three additional officers to join the expanding team. We are looking for forward thinking officers, who are able to problem solve, confident in speaking to people and able to carry out investigations.
Duties include investigating environmental crime such as fly-tipping and&nbsp; duty of care offences in residential and commercial settings.
The post holder will be responsible for gathering evidence, interviewing people, responding to customer concerns and working with other Council Services,&nbsp; partner agencies and neighbouring authorities as part of the role. They will take &nbsp;appropriate action in order to achieve the desired outcome including issuing statutory and fixed penalty notices and undertaking prosecutions.
The successful applicants will have a background knowledge of Environmental Legislation; be able to carry out an investigation, effectively communicate with members of the public and manage potentially confrontational situations.
A Confident and Connected Borough
Sefton is the northern borough of Liverpool City Region with more than 273,000 residents.
Boasting 22 miles of stunning coastline, Sefton is a leading coastal tourist destination with a flourishing visitor economy. Spanning the busy Port of Liverpool, the famous Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ installation, attractive beaches, and dunes, to the resort town of Southport, the diversity of the Borough provides a unique mix of urban and natural setting.
You will be working in a diverse and exciting borough with a world renown racecourse and famous golf courses alongside National Trust nature reserves where people can enjoy a great work-life balance.&nbsp; With excellent transport links Sefton is well placed for accessing cities across the Northwest, including Liverpool and Manchester.
Sefton is a vibrant local authority that is already on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Vision 2030. This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.
Equal Opportunities
Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.
Povisonal Interview date 6th October 2025

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Technical Officer Environmental Enforcement

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We are currently recruiting for a Parent/Carer Mentor to work in our Youth Justice Team.
This is a fixed term role for a period of 9 months until 31st March 2026. Working part-time up to 22 hours per week (Monday to Friday) and will need to fit around the availability of parents.
(Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.)
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
Are you a compassionate connector with a passion for empowering families?&nbsp;
We are looking for someone who can build trust, offer tailored support, and help parents navigate complex challenges.
If you thrive on making a real difference and believe in the power of relationships to change lives then this part-time role is for you.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
This role sits within our dedicated Youth Justice Team, based in Zone 76 at Priestwood. We are a passionate, multi-disciplinary team working to reduce youth offending and strengthen families facing adversity.
Our team thrives on collaboration, compassion, and innovation, bringing together professionals from across services to create meaningful change.
You will be joining a supportive environment where trauma-informed practice, flexibility, and relationship-building are at the heart of everything we do.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
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<li>Provide regular, one-to-one mentoring to parents/carers, offering emotional and practical support tailored to their individual needs.</li>
<li>Build trusting relationships with families, using a trauma-informed approach to empower and strengthen their ability to support their child.</li>
<li>Connect parents/carers with relevant services and advocate on their behalf to ensure access to appropriate support.</li>
<li>Maintain high-quality records and use the Focused Diversion Toolkit to monitor progress and report effectively.</li>
<li>Collaborate with multi-agency partners through prevention panels to develop holistic support plans for families.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on 18th September 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Aphra Fisher, Senior Practitioner – Youth Offending Service
Tel.: 07825 732386
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.

Bracknell Forest Council

Parent/Carer Mentor (FTC to 31st March 2026, up to 22 hours per week)

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1 FTE
L18 - L24
Egremont Primary is a happy, warm school with a strong heritage, and part of the ambitious and well-respected Oak Trees Multi Academy Trust. We have around 290 children aged 3-11 on roll, and our last Ofsted inspection (2021) judged the school to be Good with Outstanding features. Well-established at the heart of its community in Wirral, our school is popular, and our reputation is strong. We're committed to raising the aspirations and expectations of the whole school community, and we're trusted to achieve the very best outcomes for local children.
Our new Headteacher will have a key role to play within and beyond the school, being visible and accessible to colleagues within the academy, across the Trust, and to parents and carers. You'll build on the achievements of recent years, harnessing our sense of common purpose and setting a course to be exceptional across the board. We're looking for you to bring strong, positive and clear leadership, with a sustained emphasis on continuous improvement and establishing a culture of excellence as standard.
 This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, committed and positive Headteacher to lead a strong and skilled staff team who provide a deeply child-focused and rounded education. Key to your success will be an inspiring and collaborative leadership style, with excellent communication skills and the ability to build a strong collective vision. You must have a track record of inclusive leadership which has resulted in sustained achievement, and will understand the importance of building supportive and flexible teams. We¿re looking for someone who can exemplify high standards in every area; but since we believe that outstanding teaching and learning underpin the highest quality education, a strength in this aspect would be a definite asset.
You'll benefit from comprehensive support from the Trust (including peer networks and CPD), plus committed and dedicated teaching colleagues, and enthusiastic pupils who come to school ready and excited to learn. If you bring a strong mix of professional excellence and personal commitment to the very best outcomes of children&nbsp; and you want to bring your talent to a trust that shares and lives these values&nbsp; it's an opportunity not to be missed.
Visit &nbsp;<a href="http://www.lead-egremont.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.lead-egremont.co.uk/</a> to find out more. For a confidential discussion or to arrange a visit, contact David Gooda at Navigate NDC on 01625 800862.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title: SEND Quality Assurance LeadA 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!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The Role:Are you ready to lead transformative change in SEND services for children and young people?Liverpool City Council is seeking a passionate and skilled SEND Quality Assurance Lead to champion excellence across our Education, Health, and Care planning processes.&nbsp;This pivotal role sits within the Practice Improvement and Development Directorate and is responsible for designing and delivering robust single and multi-agency audit and quality assurance frameworks.&nbsp;<ul>
<li>As SEND Quality Assurance Lead, you will work collaboratively across the children’s system to embed a culture of reflective practice, continuous improvement, and learning</li>
<li>From developing audit tools and leading thematic reviews to translating findings into impactful training and development programmes, your work will directly influence service quality and outcomes.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The SEND Quality Assurance Lead will also ensure the voice of children and young people is central to practice, contribute to safeguarding reviews, and provide high-level reports that shape strategic decisions</li>
<li>If you are a qualified professional with a strong background in SEND, audit, and interagency collaboration, and you are driven by a commitment to improving lives, we invite you to bring your expertise to this rewarding role based in the iconic Cunard Building</li>
<li>After an initial induction period, the post will operate on a hybrid basis, usually working at least three days in the office and the remaining working from home</li>
</ul>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.&nbsp;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) - 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 – 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 - 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: midnight on Sunday 14 September 2025 Shortlisting date: Monday 15 September 2025 Interview date: Tuesday 23 September 2025 Interview format: face-to-faceWe 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.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Charmaine Morrison, Head of Quality Assurance and Improvement, at <a href="mailto:charmain.morrison@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">charmain.morrison@liverpool.gov.uk</a> or Kelly Carey, Head of SEND and Inclusion, at <a href="mailto:kelly.carey@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">kelly.carey@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.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.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

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Liverpool City Council needs you!

SEND Quality Assurance Lead

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Experience the extraordinary with a move to Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council (F&amp;HDC).
Are you a qualified solicitor with a passion for public service and a track record of strategic legal leadership? Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Legal Services to lead our legal team and act as Solicitor to the Council.
About the Role This is a pivotal leadership position, providing expert legal advice across the Council, managing a high-performing legal team, and supporting governance as Deputy Monitoring Officer. You’ll play a key role in shaping legal strategy, ensuring compliance, and supporting major projects and legislative changes.
Key Responsibilities • &nbsp; &nbsp;Lead and manage the Legal Services team, ensuring high-quality legal support across all service areas. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Provide strategic legal advice on complex issues including procurement, contracts, planning, and governance. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Act as training principal for legal apprentices and trainees. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Attend and advise at Council, Cabinet and &nbsp;Committees as required. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Instruct external legal specialists and manage substantial budgets. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Support the Monitoring Officer in upholding standards of conduct and lawfulness. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Drive service improvements and contribute to corporate goals.
What We’re Looking For Essential Qualifications &amp; Experience: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years post-qualification experience. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Proven leadership in legal services, with expertise in at least three areas such as procurement, contracts, property, planning, or litigation. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong governance knowledge and ability to advise senior stakeholders. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience with legal software and systems (e.g., IKEN, Westlaw, Land Registry portal).
Why Join Us In return, we are offering you a chance to thrive and further your career development with a range of regular management and other learning &amp; development sessions whilst your role enables you to make a lasting impact on the Folkestone &amp; Hythe District.
Folkestone &amp; Hythe is a dynamic and innovative place to live, work and visit. Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a focus on wellbeing and staff development. Our benefits include: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Flexible Working: Embrace a culture that supports agile and hybrid working arrangements. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Generous Leave: Enjoy up to 31 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a flexi-time scheme, birthday leave, and Christmas office closure. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Pension Scheme: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Family-Friendly Initiatives: Benefit from a range of family-friendly policies and support. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Health &amp; Wellbeing: Participate in health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Additional Perks: Reimbursement of professional membership subscriptions, salary sacrifice schemes, corporate membership discounts, and free office parking.
We have a hybrid working approach with an expectation that you will work from the Civic Centre in Folkestone at least one day per week.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Ewan Green (Director – Strategy &amp; Resources) by email <a href="mailto:ewan.green@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">ewan.green@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12pm on 26 September 2025. Interviews are due to be held on Thursday 16 October 2025.

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

Head of Legal Services (Solicitor to the Council)

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our Community Safety Team in a varied and rewarding role as our Community Safety Lead Officer.
The Community Safety Lead Officer takes a key role in ensuring the delivery of the Community Safety Partnership while ensuring statutory duties are fully met. Leading a team of three Community Safety Officers, you will oversee the development and delivery of projects and diversionary activities that address the partnership’s key priorities in both Chelmsford and Maldon districts, working closely with officers across the Council and a wide range of external stakeholders.
A strong understanding of safeguarding will be essential, enabling the postholder to support the Council in meeting its legal responsibilities. The successful applicant will also lead on Domestic Homicide Reviews and Serious Case Reviews, ensuring that learning outcomes are embedded across the organisation and partnership.
Additional responsibilities include, assisting the Operations Manager with statutory duties relating to Resilience and Business Continuity as a Category 1 responder as well as contributing to the wider work of Public Health and Protection Services, including acting as a designated safeguarding reporting officer. There is also a requirement to lead in the Council’s anti-social behaviour case management function, with sound knowledge of powers under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, including the Community Trigger process.
We are looking for someone who is a strong leader and excellent team player, with the ability to manage and coordinate large-scale events. Applicants should be experienced in working within public sector partnerships and skilled in building positive relationships and engaging effectively with staff, partners, and members of the public. The ability to demonstrate the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and customer service are also essential in this role.
Find out more about Chelmsford and Working for the City Council by viewing our Uncover Your Potential brochure above.
As an accredited Essex Family Friendly Employer, this full-time role can be job-shared or part-time if we can fill the remaining hours. Please mention this in your supporting statement. if you are interested. For more details please visit: <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter" target="_blank">https://www.essex.gov.uk/family-friendly-charter</a>.
Chelmsford City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and expects all employees to share this commitment and have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services. The Council's Safer Recruitment process contains pre-employment checks which includes safeguarding training, obtaining references and ensuring compliance with Disclosure and Barring Service process.
To view further details for this role including a job description, please click the link on the attachments section.

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