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<h4>About us</h4>Foster4 is a pioneering foster carer recruitment service. Based at Warrington Borough Council’s offices, we are a collaborative project, recruiting foster carers on behalf of eight Cheshire and Merseyside Local Authorities: Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Chester, Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, St Helens, Warrington and Wirral. By pooling our resources, we aim to recruit even more foster carers, provide even greater support to the ones we have, and ultimately keep more local children with local foster carers.The roleIn this role, you will provide support, guidance, and training to foster carers who care for children and young people who have experienced trauma and may have additional needs.Using a therapeutic, trauma informed approach means creating a safe and supportive environment so that the needs of each child can be met, taking into consideration their life experiences so far and recognising and responding to the impact of trauma on their development, behaviour, and emotional needs.Foster4 use models such as PACE, Attachment, Trauma Informed Practice and more.What's needed?Prior experience working with and supporting adults would be beneficial for this role.Direct work experience with vulnerable children and their families, and Foster Carers within a social care setting.&nbsp;Experience of statutory children’s social work or relevant experience with children/families within a voluntary agency or health trust.<h4>Benefits</h4>As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:<ul><li>26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)</li><li>Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package</li><li>Access to our Health &amp; Wellbeing Programme</li><li>Flexible working</li></ul><h4>Key Dates &amp; Further Information</h4>Closing date for applications: Thursday 10 July 2025Interviews expected to be held week commencing 28 July 2025Please apply for this post using the external link.The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment.&nbsp;DBS clearance is required.Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer





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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Foster4 Therapeutic Practitioner - Fixed Term

About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Kingston and Sutton councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Kingston and Sutton offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both boroughs. In Sutton, we are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. Over in Kingston, we are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in the borough, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Kingston and Sutton if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.About the Service and TeamThe Design and Delivery Department is made of 25 staff delivering planned capital projects onto the ground from start to finish. The team is a multidisciplinary team of highway designers, planned maintenance engineers, street lighting engineers, traffic order officers, land surveyors and traffic survey officers.The team coordinates to deliver projects of varying sizes on behalf of the Royal Borough of Kingston and the London Borough of Sutton.This is an amazing opportunity to work in a highway design team that covers all facets of delivery, from initial feasibility through detailed design to site supervision and contractor management.This is an unusual blend that the right candidate will flourish in.The newly created Design and Delivery Team allows synergy working with the capital renewals and street lighting teams with team members able to learn all aspects of delivery in a highway environment.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateYou will be part of a team managing the commissioning, design, delivery and management of Highways and Transport projects and services.The role has no direct line management or budgetary responsibility, but you will need to work with colleagues to manage scheme delivery.As an Engineer you will work across the multi disciplines in the highways team.&nbsp;This is a perfect opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills within the highways service!About You&nbsp;As a highway/traffic design engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing highway engineering and traffic management schemes. Working closely with our multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in turning concepts into reality through detailed design, analysis, and optimisation. Your main responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Creating design drawings using AutoCAD and related software. (Extensive experience of AutoCAD, Autoturn, KeySign, Keyline, Key accident etc.)</li><li>Performing data analysis to ensure designs meet national standards and customer requirements.</li><li>Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that meet project objectives.</li><li>Conducting design reviews and presenting findings to key stakeholders.</li><li>Identifying and resolving design issues and recommending improvements.</li><li>Producing accurate documentation, including instructions to contractors and preparing bill of quantities.</li><li>Supporting senior staff with preparation of bids and fee proposals.</li><li>knowledge of CDM regulations and its application in scheme delivery, undertaking health, safety and welfare and fulfilling designer duties under CDM 2015.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston or Sutton</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Kingston Upon Thames & Sutton Councils

Highways Engineer

About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Sutton and Kingston councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one Council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both Sutton and Kingston. We are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. We are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in Kingston, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Sutton and Kingston if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.About the Service and TeamThis role is in the Financial Planning and Business Partnering (FPBP) team within the Shared Finance Service (SFS). The SFS for Sutton and Kingston Councils has the ambition to ‘Add value, inspire success’, which it does through the following objectives:<ul><li>Translate business intelligence into business success by delivering clear professional advice and insight.</li><li>Safeguard the financial health of our Councils.</li><li>Empower our customers to manage their finances.</li><li>Learn, improve and exceed; supporting each other to develop our talent and achieve more.</li></ul>The FPBP team has 18 roles and is brimming with talented individuals. This vacancy is a great opportunity to join a high performing team and work alongside brilliant colleagues. Whilst this is a team within the SFS, the team and this role only support Sutton Council.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the RoleIn this role, you will join the FPBP team, providing essential financial support and advice to budget managers across Sutton Council and to schools. You will act as a critical friend, delivering insightful financial analysis to support business improvement and change in a challenging financial environment.&nbsp;Working closely with Strategic Finance Business Partners (SFBPs), you will offer robust financial management support throughout the core financial cycle, from budget setting and monitoring to the closing of accounts. Your work will be crucial in managing financial risk, ensuring financial planning is aligned with Council priorities, and protecting the overall financial health of the Council.&nbsp;Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Supporting and advising budget holders in the day-to-day financial management of revenue and capital budgets.</li><li>Providing high-quality professional advice and translating business intelligence into successful outcomes.</li><li>Challenging and supporting budget holders to manage within limited and reducing resources.</li><li>Liaising with colleagues in Cognus to support the financial management of SEND services and working with schools to meet the requirements of the schools' finance manual.</li><li>Supporting the review of business cases, committee reports, and briefing notes.</li><li>Assisting in the completion of statutory returns and drafting responses to Freedom of Information Requests.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for a proactive and collaborative individual with strong analytical and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have:<ul><li>Proven ability to analyse and interpret financial and non-financial information clearly and concisely.</li><li>Excellent digital skills, including the use of Google applications and other software to record and manipulate data.</li><li>Knowledge of how to support budget managers through budget setting, monitoring, and closing of accounts.</li></ul>Desirable attributes include:<ul><li>Being part-qualified or studying towards a relevant professional qualification (e.g., AAT, CIPFA, CIMA).</li><li>Experience providing finance based services.</li><li>Knowledge or experience of Children’s Social Care, Education, or Schools finance.</li></ul>If you are a commercially astute individual with a creative approach to problem-solving and a passion for public sector finance, we encourage you to apply. Join us and contribute to a finance service that adds value and helps achieve the Council's priorities.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton or Kingston</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a>&nbsp;We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Finance Officer (Business Partnering)

About the BoroughJoining us, you get to work for not just one high performing London Borough, but two.Sutton and Kingston councils have a number of shared services serving both authorities, with some teams and roles more focussed on one Council than the other, but the majority are shared across both, meaning you get multiple opportunities to learn from a wider pool of activities and two different political bodies.&nbsp;We work flexibly in both Sutton and Kingston offices, and support working at home or flexible working patterns that enable you to tailor your working and personal life. We provide the equipment and tools to enable you to work flexibly, and in return ask you to use that flexibility to be creative and ambitious in the services we deliver.There are some really exciting things happening in both Sutton and Kingston. We are developing the London Cancer Hub, a world leading cancer research and treatment hub that will bring together professionals from across different sectors to identify and test new treatments and therapies. We are undertaking the largest housing regeneration programme ever delivered in Kingston, building new energy efficient housing that will transform some of our oldest Council owned housing. Both boroughs have publicly committed to doing what they can to tackle the climate emergency and are investing in new technologies and societal change that will help bring carbon emissions down and improve our climate impact.You should choose Sutton and Kingston if you are looking for an opportunity that will challenge you to deliver more, support you to achieve personal ambitions, and expect you to put borough residents at the heart of what you do.Sutton is a well connected attractive part of London that has a reputation for excellent schools, green and leafy open spaces, and a history that drives a thriving heritage and culture offer through our museums and libraries. The Council is controlled by a long established Liberal Democrat Administration and has high ambitions set out in its corporate plan “Ambitious for Sutton”, that will ensure Sutton remains a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Council plays a leading role in a number of local partnerships and places great emphasis on engaging effectively with its residents, listening to local voices and making their message heard across London Government.Kingston is a beautiful Royal borough with a historic setting on the banks of the Thames with excellent schools and a bustling retail centre, all surrounded by open green spaces such as Richmond Park and Bushey Park, former recreation grounds for Tudor Kings and Queens. The Council is controlled by a Liberal Democrat Administration and has a council plan “Greener, Fairer, Safer, Together”, that sets out a vision to be a vibrant, diverse and inclusive borough where residents are active, empowered, engaged and able to remain independent and resilient. The Council engages with residents through a number of forums and events through the year, and like Sutton plays a leading role in developing the South West Region of London.About the Service and TeamThe team works with tenants to develop financial capability and independence by offering:<ul><li>The delivery of a proactive service offering an appointment to new tenants at the beginning of their tenancy.</li><li>Free impartial advice and support on a range of welfare benefits and tax credits.&nbsp;</li><li>Face to face appointments offered to support tenants with their welfare benefit or debt issues.</li><li>Assistance with housing benefit disputes and back dates.&nbsp;</li><li>Guidance and support when making benefit appeals.&nbsp;</li><li>Advice concerning Universal Credit.</li><li>Expected to manage casework for an average of 30 households/individuals&nbsp;</li><li>Money guidance advice and signposting to specialist agencies when necessary.</li><li>To provide monthly statistics on performance and financial outcomes for those we support.</li></ul>About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the RoleThe role of Financial Inclusion Officer is to provide an in depth income maximisation and money management service to Kingston Council tenants to support them to sustain their tenancy.Within the role of financial inclusion officer you will be expected to:<ul><li>Achieve income maximisation including the completion of welfare benefits applications.</li><li>Provide support and advice on money management and effective budgeting.</li><li>Complete income and expenditure forms to support tenants to set up affordable repayment plans for outstanding debts.</li><li>Complete welfare benefits mandatory reconsiderations and appeals.</li><li>Work collaboratively with both internal and external departments and partner agencies to support tenants to manage their finances in the best way possible.</li></ul>Our Ideal CandidateThe essential qualifications for the role of financial inclusion officer is a minimum of 5 GCSEs.&nbsp; Additionally it is essential that you have full in depth knowledge of welfare benefits and are able to evidence providing money management and budgeting advice in a previous role.We are also looking for candidates with excellent verbal and written communication skills who are able to provide detailed and clear case recording.You will be expected to work empathetically with financially vulnerable tenants who may present with a range of support needs.We offer our tenants face to face appointments in Guildhall 2 so it is essential that you are able and willing to attend our offices in Guildhall 2, Kingston for a minimum of 2 days per week.It would be desirable if you have completed Citizens Advice Adviser training .&nbsp; Along with this a knowledge of NEC/Iworld and Civica systems would be advantageous but full training will be provided if required.Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton or Kingston</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Car parking scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;Additional InformationWe pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen&nbsp;<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a>&nbsp;We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Financial Inclusion Officer

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Contract:&nbsp;Fixed-Term - Term-Time Only (plus inset days)
Duration: 12 Months&nbsp;
Start Date:&nbsp;28th August 2025
End Date: 31st August 2026
Salary Range: NJC Outer London Grade 3, Spine Point 5-7, £28,521.00 FTE - £29,346.00 FTE of Pro-rata - £22,913.55 FTE - £23,576.35 FTE)
Hours of Work: 8.30am – 3:30pm
LSA role responsibilities&nbsp;– 27.5 hours per week
MDS role responsibilities– 5 hours per week
Inspire Partnership Academy Trust, is a family of schools across Croydon, Medway and Greenwich who aim to offer a life changing education to children. Our schools work in collaboration to transform the lives of the children and communities we serve.&nbsp;
Our core values of Collaboration, Excellence, Friendship, Resilience, Respect and Responsibility, define the way we care for, enrich and teach every child.
What sets us apart from others is the opportunity to work at the cutting edge of educational thinking and practice, supported by excellent training and development and opportunities to take part in ground breaking research projects and collaborative work with talented and innovative colleagues, both at a local and national level.
Forest Academy Primary School is rapidly improving and working to provide an exceptional learning experience for our wonderful children.&nbsp;Our vision is to ensure children receive the very best education.&nbsp;We aim to make a life-changing difference within our diverse community of Croydon.&nbsp;
We are seeking to appoint a resilient, passionate and ambitious Learning Support Assistant/Midday Supervisor to join our school and partnership to inspire a generation of children.&nbsp;
Our benefits
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ongoing professional development
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Commitment to staff wellbeing (members of the staff wellbeing charter)
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Generous Annual Leave
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Annual Incremental Pay Increases
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Enhanced Family Friendly Pay (maternity, paternity/enhanced sickness pay)
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Teacher’s Pension Scheme
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Eye care voucher scheme
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Extensive Training and Induction program
All aspects of the application form must be fully completed to be considered for shortlisting, furthermore, please ensure that the Personal Statement in your application form addresses how you meet the duties outlined in the Person Specification. Please note we do not accept CV's, to apply, please complete the Inspire Partnership Recruitment Form &amp; The Equal Opportunities Form, that is in the attached to this Job Advert.
Further details about this vacancy and the job description can be found below.&nbsp;
To discuss this opportunity, please contact Mrs Lloyd&nbsp;(Headteacher) at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:head@inspireforest.co.uk" target="_blank">head@inspireforest.co.uk</a>&nbsp;
We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process. Early applications are advised, as interviews will be ongoing.
For enquiries or an application pack please contact Janine Fernandes on 07706 829 391 or by email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:croydonhubrecruitment@inspirepartnership.co.uk" target="_blank">croydonhubrecruitment@inspirepartnership.co.uk</a>
Please note we will only accept applications from candidates who have documentary evidence that they have the right to work in the UK.
Forest Academy Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, volunteers and external agencies to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, Medical Clearance and satisfactory Employment References.

Learning Support Assistant and Midday Supervisor

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Head of CultureThe Royal Borough of Greenwich understands that culture is one of our greatest strengths and is key to delivering the Our Greenwich missions we set out in 2023, particularly improving the quality of life and health of our residents. Our culture strategy, launched in 2024, is the result of conversations with local artists, creatives, museums, heritage and cultural organisations, and our diverse communities and will spark further transformation. It is a roadmap that will empower us to harness the power of culture and creativity, and to build flourishing communities. It outlines our aspirations and how to achieve them, by bringing together our cultural strengths - our people, our stories and our places - to shape a brighter future.To help us deliver on our vision, we are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Head of Culture to join our team and ensure we build on our successes and a position of strength. In recent years, we have seen significant investment in culture and heritage across our borough, such as the development of Woolwich as a centre for the creative industries, the culture led regeneration of Thamesmead, London's first permanent design district on Greenwich Peninsula and the refurbishment of the Tramshed. We submitted a collaborative bid to the Mayor of London's London Borough of Culture Awards which has resulted in a Cultural Impact Award for delivery in 2026. In the next month we will launch our borough's Culture Board and we are working towards delivering our aspiration of creating a Cultural Fund.With your input by 2030, the Royal Borough of Greenwich will be a place where creative people, innovation, and cultural connections inspire, encourage, and flourish. Together, we'll turn this vision into a vibrant reality. Find out more in our <a href="https://www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/homepage/500/royal_greenwichs_culture_strategy" target="_blank">Culture Strategy</a>Working for Royal GreenwichAs the home of the Prime Meridian, Greenwich Mean Time and a Unesco World Heritage Site, we are a Royal Borough with our main offices based in the heart of Woolwich.Royal Greenwich is a great place to live and work. Benefiting from excellent transport links ranging from Crossrail to the Elizabeth line to the Uber boat, we're one of the easiest boroughs to get to and navigate your way around.Employee benefits include:<ul>
<li>A range of flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>Excellent pension scheme</li>
<li>Cycle to Work Scheme</li>
<li>Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential, including excellent apprenticeship opportunities at all levels</li>
<li>Vibrant staff support networks</li>
<li>GreenwichCard which entitles you to discounts at local businesses</li>
<li>Payroll giving scheme</li>
<li>Generous leave entitlement, starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays)</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Scheme including external counselling service</li>
</ul>For more information about the role or to make an application, please visit <a href="https://www.royalgreenwichcareers.com/management-communities-environment-and-central-head-of-culture/20211.job" target="_blank">royalgreenwichcareers.com</a>Royal Borough of Greenwich values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.Royal Borough of Greenwich reserves the right to close any vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should there be a high volume of applications received.

Head of Culture

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Completed application forms to be sent to <a href="mailto:recruitment@greenbankhigh.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@greenbankhigh.co.uk</a>
Job Role: Teacher of History
Contract type: Temporary Maternity Cover, Full-Time
Closing Date: Thursday 10th July 2025, at noon
Interviews: Monday 14th July 2025
Start Date: 03 November 2025
Closing date for applications Thursday 10th July 2025 at 12 noon
Interviews will be held on 14th July 2025
An application pack including full details about this vacancy can be found on the school website at
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Southport Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be requested to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Teacher of History Maternity Cover

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Closing date - 23rd July 2025
Interview date - TBC
Vacancy for experienced Enforcement Officer – fixed term contract – minimum 1 year / negotiable.
We will consider applications for Enforcement Officers and Principal Enforcement Officers reflecting the following salary ranges:
G4 (Enforcement Officer) - £31,586 - £35,235
G6 (Principal Enforcement Officer) - £45,718 - £50,788
To apply, please click the 'apply' button above or send your CV and covering letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk</a>.
Winchester City Council has an exciting career opportunity within its Enforcement Department to strengthen our busy Enforcement team. We are seeking an ambitious individual to help deal with the most interesting and complex Major projects and Breaches of planning to shape and protect our charming historic towns, villages and countryside. Our Emerging Plan is nearing adoption and our new Local Enforcement Plan has just been endorsed by Members and so we are looking for an officer to help deliver improvements to our service.
The successful candidate will ideally have a few years of experience in a Local Authority based Enforcement role and have experience of a variety of development types, negotiating to remedy, serving Enforcement Notices and giving evidence.
We welcome applications from those with experience, to those with limited experience, as what is important to us is getting the right fit to work proactively and adaptably, guide those who inadvertently breach planning rules and to enforce against those developments which damage the area. The right candidate will have an understanding of what it means to collaborate and engage effectively with a customer and our community stakeholders.
Join the new Service Lead: Built Environment to work together in a high performing team environment to deliver robust enforcement, and efficient management and closure of cases.
Our offices are based in the heart of Winchester’s Historic Cathedral Town and the successful candidates will also benefit from a hybrid working pattern, free parking at any Winchester Park and Ride, essential car user allowance and paid Membership fees to the RTPI along with a range of other benefits including UK Healthcare Health Plan, generous contributory Local Government pension, discounted bus travel and public transport loans, volunteering opportunities, flexible working arrangements, a cycle scheme, and career opportunities working across the department.
If you are interested in working for Winchester City Council please contact Julie Pinnock for informal chat about the roles available 01962 848 439.

Winchester City Council

Enforcement Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleNorth Somerset's Safer Communities Team works to build stronger, safer communities through education, support, prevention, and enforcement. The team addresses a wide range of issues including anti-social behaviour, community safety, environmental crime, domestic abuse, and CCTV operations.We are looking for a motivated, community-focused, and solutions-driven Community Response Officer to join our Safer Communities Service. Our service is committed to building safer, stronger communities through education, support, prevention, and enforcement activities.As a Community Response Officer, you will play a vital frontline role in delivering services across a broad range of areas, including:<ul><li>Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)</li><li>Community Safety and Crime Prevention</li><li>Domestic Abuse awareness and safeguarding</li><li>Environmental Crime prevention</li><li>Hate Crime reporting and support</li><li>Modern Slavery identification and signposting</li><li>Prevent (Counter Terrorism) referrals</li><li>Violence Reduction and Early Intervention initiatives</li></ul>You will help reduce crime and the fear of crime by supporting victims, tackling risks and threats, and contributing to the overall safety and wellbeing of local communities. A key part of your role will be engaging with residents, businesses, and partner agencies to promote positive community involvement and support local problem-solving initiatives.Problem-solving will be central to your daily activities — whether it’s identifying and addressing the causes of anti-social behaviour, resolving neighbourhood disputes, or supporting early interventions to prevent harm. You’ll be expected to assess situations, think on your feet, and apply appropriate and proportionate solutions to often complex and sensitive community issues.In this role, you will be responsible for responding to community safety concerns, supporting the delivery of operational tasks, and ensuring interventions are handled efficiently and professionally. You will gather intelligence, conduct site visits, provide reassurance and advice to the public, and take necessary action to resolve problems and address breaches effectively.This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about problem-solving and making a meaningful difference in local communities.The role is full-time, 37 hours per week but we are open to considering applications from candidates seeking a four-day working week. Please note, the postholder will be expected to work a shift pattern (which will include early mornings, evenings and occasional weekends based on demand).Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Collaborate with partners including Avon and Somerset Police, community groups, and other agencies to share intelligence and develop multi-agency plans addressing anti-social behaviour (ASB) and environmental crime.</li><li>Conduct proactive, high-visibility patrols, gathering evidence of ASB and environmental crime offences, and using enforcement powers such as issuing warnings or seizing alcohol where appropriate.</li><li>Liaise with internal council services (e.g. environmental health, waste, housing) to coordinate effective responses to ASB and environmental issues, and support the council’s emergency planning activities during major incidents.</li><li>Provide advice and guidance to businesses, residents, and the public on community safety, ASB, and environmental crime legislation, ensuring compliance with relevant processes and standards.</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.A valid driving licence is an essential condition for this role.This position is currently based out of the CCTV Control Room in Waterloo Street, Weston-super-Mare.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Fixed Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>4+ days out of the office and conducting patrols in the community</li><li>Spends most or all of their time in the office or on patrol, due to nature of the work but can be for reasons such as unsuitable home working conditions or a desire for separation of home and work life.</li><li>The office remains a shared space with cultural encouragement for clear desk policies.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about Community Safety, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Proven experience of working with communities, including community capacity building and partnership working.</li><li>Practical knowledge and understanding of anti-social behaviour, community safety, or environmental health services, including relevant legislation and enforcement powers.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to present evidence clearly and confidently.</li><li>Ability to work independently, manage workload without close supervision, and maintain professional boundaries and safeguarding awareness.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Vocational qualification or equivalent experience at Level 3 or 4 relevant to the service area.</li><li>Ability to drive and/or cycle around the District on a daily basis (a vehicle will be provided).</li></ul>What We Offer&nbsp;At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and values&nbsp;and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Howard Pothecary, Safer Communities Service Manager, at <a href="mailto:howard.pothecary@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">howard.pothecary@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: To be confirmedPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Community Response Officer

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About UsAt West Sussex County Council (WSCC), we have a Fixed Term contract opportunity for a Children and Young Person Domestic Abuse Worker in our Early Help Service. We are committed to supporting children, families, and young people to achieve their full potential. You will join an experienced leadership team at a key time when we are making major transformations, including driving forward the 'Children First' Improvement Plan. We are focused on improved service delivery with measurable outcomes for children, families, and communities.The Children and Young Person Domestic Abuse Workers and managers are part of the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. This service identify, assess and assist victims of domestic and sexual violence in order to increase the safety of victims, families and their children and is an integral part of the Early Help Service.The OpportunitySalary: £35,235 to £37,938 per annumWorking Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) Contract Length: Fixed Term Contract for 12 months Location: HorshamInternal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position, however, please can you discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.You will work directly with clients and their families who have experienced domestic violence/sexual assault, to ensure they receive an appropriate service. You will work within a multi-agency setting and keep the clients' safety central to all coordinated responses. You will support colleagues and partner agencies to provide the best possible service to victims.This will include crisis management of victims at high risk, providing one to one work to promote safety and understanding of the impact of the abuse for victims and their families, and also advocating for the victim to ensure their voice is heard.You will be a team player whilst also being able to work on your own initiative to manage crisis situations. You will have a passion for supporting victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence and will be able to communicate effectively with multi-agency partners, so that their voices are heard.You will be part of the Domestic Abuse Hub Team, making initial contact to victims/ survivors assessing risk, safety planning and exploring next steps for support. The role is mainly phone based and there is need to respond at pace to ensure support is put in place quickly. Being both organised and adaptable, you will have the ability to respond to complex situations calmly and effectively.Experience and SkillsKey Skills:<ul>
<li>Excellent crisis management skills with the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with clients, and the ability to provide advice to victims in stressful situations with clarity and empathy whilst maintaining professional boundaries.</li>
<li>Excellent advisory, guiding, negotiating and persuasive skills in order to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>
<li>Ability to interpret individual needs and to develop appropriate safety and action plans.</li>
<li>Experienced at judging and analysing, using these skills to solve difficult problems and develop solutions or plans over the medium term in order to work effectively with a wide variety of people.</li>
<li>Computer literate with the ability to maintain databases and maintain appropriate and accurate records.</li>
</ul>Qualifications and/or experience:<ul>
<li>Relevant qualification at degree level in a relevant subject, or demonstrable experience in a paid or unpaid capacity of providing support to people in stressful and difficult situations.</li>
<li>IDVA qualification or willingness to work towards this.</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience of working in a multi-agency environment with victims of domestic and/or sexual violence.</li>
<li>Experience of working within legislative frameworks to support victims and using their application to develop, influence and promote safety for clients.</li>
<li>Experience of working with vulnerable people and managing a complex caseload.</li>
<li>Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and policies both adults and children.</li>
<li>Valid and full driving licence.</li>
</ul>As 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.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05621.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role please contact Laura Chapman at <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>.For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href="mailto:" target="_blank"></a>.To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.

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