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Join us at this exciting time for Reading Borough Council as we drive forward a dynamic and diverse portfolio of programmes.
Our&nbsp;Portfolio Management Office (PMO) and Change Delivery Team, part of our Policy, Change and Customer Services, play a key role in delivering priority projects and transformative programmes across the Council.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role 

Our&nbsp;Senior Change Delivery Consultant&nbsp;roles are intentionally designed to be&nbsp;multi-disciplinary, offering both&nbsp;flexibility&nbsp;and&nbsp;opportunities for growth.
As a Senior Change Delivery Consultant, you will:
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<li>Lead large-scale, complex projects and programmes&nbsp;through the full delivery lifecycle</li>
<li>Provide line management, coaching, and mentoring&nbsp;to Change Delivery Consultants and Analysts</li>
<li>Leverage strong interpersonal and analytical skills&nbsp;to drive successful outcomes</li>
<li>Shape and evolve our methodologies (e.g. project management, business analysis and change management), incorporating best practices and lessons learned, championing these across the organisation through training, coaching, and mentoring opportunities.</li>
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You will be part of the PMO &amp; Change Delivery Management Team and part of the wider Service of Policy, Change and Customer Service.

About you
We are looking for an&nbsp;energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate individual&nbsp;to join our&nbsp;Change Delivery Team, someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is driven to make a real difference in public service.
Key experience and skills we are looking for from the candidate:
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<li>Proven experience&nbsp;in programme and project management, with a track record of successful delivery</li>
<li>Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to support and develop team members effectively</li>
<li>A&nbsp;collaborative mindset&nbsp;and the ability to think strategically</li>
<li>A&nbsp;genuine passion for delivering meaningful change&nbsp;within a public sector context</li>
<li>Experience in managing complex stakeholders&nbsp;across multiple organisations, with the ability to influence at senior levels</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written</li>
<li>Working knowledge&nbsp;in one or more of the following areas: business analysis, business change, user-centred design or procurement project management</li>
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The personal statement within the application process will be part of the shortlisting criteria, so please make sure you tell us how your experience and skills meet the person specification within the job description.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading
Drive Efficiency - create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees’ skills are developed and used effectively
Be Ambitious - aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential&nbsp;
Make a Difference to Reading - inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity

Our offer
We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact Zoe Hobbs -&nbsp; <a href="mailto:zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">zoe.hobbs@reading.gov.uk</a>. 
Closing Date: Tuesday 8th July 2025 Interview Date: Week commencing 14th July 2025 (likely 16th &amp; 17th July 2025)
Interview Process: As part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to&nbsp;prepare a task in advance&nbsp;and&nbsp;present it to the panel. This presentation will allow you to demonstrate your approach, thinking, and communication skills in a practical context.&nbsp; Following the presentation, the remainder of the interview will follow a&nbsp;standard question and answer format, focusing on your experience, skills and suitability for the role.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Senior Change Delivery Consultant

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Shared Service Manager (Waste) North Herts CouncilNorth Herts CouncilPermanent, Full Time£52,866 - £61,866 per annum, plus car allowance (pay award pending)Location: BuntingfordClosing Date: 14th July 2025 Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising on behalf of North Herts Council for the role of <a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank">Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council</a> The Role <h2> East and North Herts Councils have a brand-new shared waste, recycling and street cleansing contract in place and are also rolling out an ambitious service change this summer. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious waste professional to lead the service at the start of this new era, with responsibility for both Councils' waste, recycling and street cleansing services. </h2>The Experience You Will Bring <h2> You will be an experienced and committed waste leader, with significant experience of managing large contracts and budgets, as well as the ability to lead major projects and procurements. You will have significant experience of developing policies and strategies and of successful performance management. You will have excellent technical knowledge of waste and be our subject expert. </h2><h2> You will have the skills to lead and motivate a high performing team, ability to work in partnership with stakeholders and have a customer focused attitude. </h2><a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/about-us" target="_blank"> About Us </a> North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: We put people first and deliver sustainable services, to enable a brighter future together. Why work with us? We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community. Please note that all our vacancies require you to live and work in the UK, and selection interviews are face to face in our Letchworth offices or other nearby council sites. At North Herts Council we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum requirements for the job. Our benefits include: <h2> · Flexible working options including flexi-time scheme and home-working </h2><h2> · Continued professional development supported and professional subscriptions paid </h2><h2> · Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (19.5% employer contribution) </h2><h2> · Generous annual leave, including Christmas close-down period </h2><h2> · Occupational sick pay </h2><h2> · Free parking permit for office use </h2><h2> · Discounts, including 50% off NHC gym membership </h2>What you should do next If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via <a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank"> Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council </a> Please note that we do not accept CV applications, either on their own or accompanying application forms. Therefore, please ensure that all relevant information is provided on the application form on the NHC job pages. If you would like an informal chat about the post, please contact Sarah Kingsley, Director - Environment, on 01462 474552 *Please apply via <a href="https://www.north-herts.gov.uk/shared-service-manager-waste" target="_blank"> Shared Service Manager - Waste | North Herts Council </a>

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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>Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals with physical disabilities?&nbsp;We are seeking an aspiring or experienced dedicated professional to work with both adults and children, providing administrative support to our teams.&nbsp;The primary objective of this role is to deliver confidential administrative assistance to the manager and team, utilizing relevant systems, protocols, and resources. This involves promptly addressing telephone and email inquiries and upholding high standards of customer service while adhering to the policies and values of West Northamptonshire Council. Additionally, the role entails meeting reporting deadlines.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults&nbsp;Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Additional information</h2>You're the type who thrives on keeping things organised and running smoothly. You're comfortable juggling different tasks and can handle them with ease. Your friendly demeanour makes you a natural at reception duties and interacting with people both in person and over the phone.Building strong relationships comes naturally to you, whether it's with colleagues, managers, or customers. You're tech-savvy enough to navigate software tools like MS Word and Excel efficiently. Plus, you're proactive about staying on top of deadlines and ensuring that everything gets done on time. You're a team player who's always ready to pitch in and help out wherever needed! And above all, you're committed to providing excellent service.This demands a proficient and timely utilisation of MS Word, MS Excel, and other relevant software tools.<h2>Company information</h2>Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council 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.Hear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>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.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: <a href="mailto:Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>

Business Support Assistant - 1 year contract

Job Title: Head of Strategic Asset Management &amp; Estates Starting Salary: £81,803 progressing to £90,664 per annum – pay award pending Hours: 37 Location:&nbsp;Based in Stevenage with hybrid working opportunities Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire is a thriving county with big ambition. Following the recent elections, our new administration is undertaking a major transformation programme to ensure our financial sustainability and protect essential services - creating a council that is fit for the future and that can continue to deliver our ambitions to be the County of opportunity.A key contributor to this ambition is ensuring the effective use of our numerous and diverse assets, and we are currently seeking an individual with a strong professional and technical understanding of asset management, preferably with a qualification like RICS, to lead on achieving excellent outcomes for the County. Sitting in the Property department, Estates is responsible for a diverse portfolio including 11,000 acres of rural estate, a variety of over 2,000 operational buildings and land. The role will be to support the delivery of Council services through the provision of the right assets in the right locations. You’ll need to demonstrate a commercial approach to driving greater income and capital to support service delivery through a programme of income generation and asset disposal.Like many councils around the country, we are redesigning ourselves under Local Government Reorganisation so there will be significant opportunities for you to play a key part in remodelling our estate now and into the future.<h4>About the role</h4>Bringing your forward-thinking leadership style to our strategic asset management function, you will make sure our property portfolio is aligned to the needs of local communities. Equally, you will ensure that it is working well for the Council. At the heart of your approach will be a commitment to seeing assets put to their best possible use.Your remit will span everything from service delivery to capital receipts and other financial drivers. Working closely with other services and partners, you will develop high-level business cases for significant property changes.Crucially, as lead officer for our estates function, you will see that the transactional side of the portfolio is kept in good order, with statutory requirements properly managed.As a Chartered Surveyor (RICS) you will bring to the role substantial knowledge of contract management and property law. To be equal to the challenge, you must be a natural leader with a proven track record of managing estates and asset services, delivered by a large and diverse team.Commercially astute and innovative, your experience spans contract, project and change management, along with development of service plans and quality assurance.You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies for managing the council's property portfolio, ensuring that they are used effectively, efficiently, and cost-effectively.You will be responsible for managing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the estates department, including managing staff, budgets.You’ll provide expert advice and guidance to the council on property-related matters including advising on property acquisitions, disposals, and development projects.Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations including health and safety regulations, building regulations, and planning regulations.You will provide monitoring and reporting on the performance of the estates department including reporting on key performance indicators such as occupancy rates, maintenance costs, and property values.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Relevant qualifications, such as a degree in property management or a relevant professional qualification e.g. Chartered professional membership as a Chartered Surveyor (RICS)</li><li>A strong understanding of property management principles such as asset management, property finance, contract management, rural estate.</li><li>Strong leadership and management skills and the ability to manage staff and relevant employment related issues.</li><li>The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, including council officials, residents, and contractors, utilising your knowledge, adapting your communication skills and take a proactive, tailored approach.</li><li>Knowledge of key statutory compliance requirements</li><li>Knowledge of leasehold legislation and managing client relationships.</li><li>A track record in managing large and complex schemes, taking a hands-on role with the ability to lead, develop and inspire a team.</li><li>A strong understanding of managing budgets</li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge of contracts management and property law</li><li>Experience in working with local authorities or other public sector organisation</li><li>Experience of project and change management</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Organisational Leadership, level 16 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Organisational LeadershipTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Sass.Pledger@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sass.Pledger@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: Week commencing 14th July 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.





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Are you ready to build a career that shapes the future of your community? We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Building Control team as a&nbsp;Trainee Building Inspector. As a Trainee Building Inspector, you’ll be part of a supportive and experienced team ensuring that buildings across Reading are safe, accessible, and energy-efficient. This is a&nbsp;career-graded role, offering structured progression and development opportunities as you gain experience and qualifications. We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
About the role: As a Trainee Building Inspector, you'll be part of a friendly and knowledgeable team, learning on the job while gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills develop. You will:
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<li>Carry out supervised site inspections of building works in progress, checking for compliance with Building Regulations relating to structural safety, fire protection, accessibility, insulation, drainage and more</li>
<li>Assess building plans and technical drawings with support from senior colleagues, learning how to interpret and apply the relevant legislation and guidance</li>
<li>Calculate and process application fees and maintain accurate digital records for all inspections and decisions</li>
<li>Support the investigation of unsafe or unauthorised building work, helping to gather evidence and report findings</li>
<li>Learn how to assess and report on dangerous structures, working alongside experienced inspectors to ensure public safety</li>
<li>Provide clear, courteous and practical advice to members of the public, homeowners, architects, and contractors</li>
<li>Assist in issuing statutory notices, reports, and decisions under supervision</li>
<li>Participate in consultations with internal departments (e.g. fire safety, highways) and external bodies such as utility providers and emergency services</li>
<li>Work towards building the technical knowledge and confidence needed to make independent assessments and recommendations</li>
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 As you develop, you’ll take on more responsibility, including checking simple applications, issuing decisions, and conducting independent site visits.
 You will be based in our Civic Offices (although working from home is not discouraged) in an open office working alongside others in the Planning, Transport and Public Protection Service. This enables co-working to happen naturally and provides a friendly and collaborative working environment.
 About you
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, eager to learn, and ready to take the first step in a rewarding technical career. You should have:
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<li>5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (including Maths and English) or equivalent</li>
<li>A full UK driving licence</li>
<li>Some experience in the building industry or in a customer-facing role</li>
<li>Strong communication and teamwork skills</li>
<li>Good attention to detail and record-keeping abilities</li>
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About Reading
Reading is a vibrant town subject to considerable development growth and that brings with it a large and varied case load for the building control team. Ranging from major commercial and community development to more routine domestic and business construction projects. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at a time of significant changes in the Building Control profession.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The success of the team relies on every individual playing their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you will work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place. Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do.
Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential.
Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way.
Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed.
Our offer
We offer support to grow and develop your career with in-house training and the opportunity to attend continuing professional development events. &nbsp;Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged and your ideas for business improvement listened to. 
A competitive salary is offered alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave</li>
<li>A wide range of flexible working opportunities</li>
<li>Modern working environment at the Civic Offices in the heart of Reading</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</li>
<li>Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax</li>
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 To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact the Building Control Team Leader - Paul Boland via email: <a href="mailto:paul.boland@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">paul.boland@reading.gov.uk</a> or via phone: 07977 632 962 
Closing Date: Tuesday 8th July 2025
Interview Date: TBC
 Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Trainee Building Inspector - Building Control

Internal job title: Organisational Development &amp; Talent Advisor Interview date: 15th JulyAre you an effective self-starter, with excellent communication and organisation skills?Are you able to build effective collaborative working relationships with a range of stakeholders and team members?We're looking for an aspiring and talented Organisational Development &amp; Talent Advisor to join our dynamic HR team and play a vital role in delivering our People and Culture strategy.As our Organisational Development &amp; Talent Advisor, you will play a core role working in the HR team to support the Trust’s Organisational Development agenda across the Trust. You will be responsible for promoting and supporting continuous improvement, whilst actively engaging stakeholders to promote, develop and embed the Organisational Development vision.In this role, you will be working closely with the Organisational Development &amp; Talent Partner and the wider HR team to bring our People and Culture strategy to life. You’ll be providing professional advice, coaching, and hands-on support to our stakeholders across the Trust. You will help develop and deliver key organisational development programmes such as reviewing the management of apprentices, graduates and look to enhance the experience of those employees. You will also oversee our corporate learning offer &amp; play a key role in supporting the development and compliance of corporate learning.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.About you:<ul> <li>Ability to take ownership and use initiative in a piece of work or a project.</li> <li>Experience of developing, designing and delivering learning programmes.</li> <li>Experience of analysing data and identifying trends.</li> <li>Experience of working in an Organisational Development and Talent environment.</li> <li>Experience of leading on key initiatives and projects.</li> <li>Ability to identify success and return on investment on Organisational Development initiatives.</li> <li>Able to communicate effectively at all levels both orally and in writing, including presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and information to a wide range of audiences.</li> <li>Experience of promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and processes.</li></ul>Want to know more?For informal enquires please contact Marcia Myers, Organisational Development &amp; Talent Partner via email: <a href="mailto:Marcia.Myers@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Marcia.Myers@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> 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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Learning and Organisational Development Advisor

About The RoleBirmingham Children's Trust (BCT) are seeking an External Business Growth Manager. This exciting new post will be responsible for developing the Business Growth element of the Trust, enhancing our networks with other local authorities and children’s trusts to maximise improvement income.The successful candidate would support the development and coordination of existing and emerging improvement offers in collaboration with BCT’s Academy and service areas, conduct market testing to assess the wider children’s services improvement landscape in line with national reforms, and align this work with the Trust 2025 programme. Additionally, the role would assist the Head of Service in their ongoing regional improvement partnership with Solihull children’s services, including contributions to reporting to the Department for Education.Are you ready for a new opportunity?<ul> <li>Do you have experience of project programme management, working with external partners and identifying opportunities?</li> <li>Are you a strong communicator who can build and maintain relationships?</li> <li>Do you enjoy working in a busy environment and managing competing priorities?</li> <li>Are you passionate about using your skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of children and families? If so, Birmingham Children’s Trust wants to hear from you!</li></ul>If you have any questions or want to find out more, please contact Lauren Kocan, Head of Improvement and Business Growth (<a href="mailto:lauren.kocan@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">lauren.kocan@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>)Interview Date: 10th July in person 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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External Business Growth Manager - Fixed Term Contract until March 2026

Birmingham Children’s Trust is going from strength to strength. We are the largest provider of family support and social care services for children, young people and families in the UK and Europe. Our goal is to become a centre of excellence in both social care and family support. By choosing to work for us, you will be part of a supportive, dynamic service contributing to our service improvement journey to ‘Outstanding’.We have an opportunity within our Business Support Service for a passionate and self-motivated Part-time Team Leader providing essential support to the Youth Justice Service and our Practice colleagues. As Team Leader for the YJS Business Support team, you will have a shared responsibility with the existing Team Leader to carry out a pivotal role in supporting the smooth and efficient delivery of all aspects of the service.About You….You will be a ‘can-do' person, who is passionate about high quality service delivery and performance. You will be able to work effectively within a dedicated team environment, be customer focused and able to deliver the role with a flexible forward-thinking and creative approach.You will have the experience of change and stakeholder management; possess outstanding leadership and management skills, be well organised, creative and innovative in your thinking and approach. You will have the skills and confidence to set work and meet tight deadlines; be articulate and proactive. You will be able to set clear expectations and be experienced at motivating and delegating to a team.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of the children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do. 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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Business Support Team Leader – Youth Justice Service

About the BoroughIn Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.&nbsp;Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There’s also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.About the Service and TeamRevenue and Benefits Customer Services are a busy, high performing team providing a front-line service supporting the Council Tax and Benefits Department.&nbsp; It is the first point of contact for a telephone calls and occasionally face to face contact. We work collaboratively with colleagues and partners, recognising that everything we do is for the benefit of our residents.About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateWe have a permanent vacancy in our very busy Revenue and Benefits Customer Services Team.&nbsp; Working in a target driven, busy call-centre environment you will be part of a friendly and motivated team.&nbsp; The working hours are Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm (30 hours per week with 1 hour for lunch)You will need to have a minimum of six months experience of:<ul><li>Working on a call centre or in front line customer service (dealing with customers on the telephone)</li></ul>Our ideal candidate will be able to communicate clearly and confidently both in writing and verbally, be computer literate and have the ability to deal with sometimes difficult, elderly or distressed members of the public.&nbsp; You will need to to be able to work using your own initiative and often under pressure. &nbsp;The role is in a target driven call-centre environment, with occasional face to face contact with customers. You will be discussing Council Tax Accounts, Business Rates accounts and Housing Benefits. You will need to have good numeracy skills as the post is in a financial environment, carrying out often complicated calculations (with training).You will need to be calm under pressure and be able to deal confidently with your customers.&nbsp; Whilst initially based in the office, there will be the opportunity for hybrid working after training is complete (around 6 months)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>General Council Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)</li><li>Public Health Service Localised Flexi-time Scheme - accrual of up to 5 days per year&nbsp;</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Sutton</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.To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.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.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 <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KGMTYxsYV0WkCbJAHTDyEDSVwv5YDX9A/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here.</a> 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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Kingston Upon Thames & Sutton Councils

Customer Services Officer - Revenue and Benefits

Social Worker: Children In Care 16+ TeamX2 Social Workers (HBC7/8)X1 Advanced Social Worker (HBC9)Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of children in care?We are interested in hearing from dedicated Social Workers who would like to join our Children in Care Team, working with adolescents including unaccompanied asylum seeking separated children.Our Team:The team is responsible for ensuring that all Children in Care and Care Leavers are&nbsp;supported to achieve positive outcomes and&nbsp;support them in planning to build their lives as young adults ready to leave care and live&nbsp;independently.Your Contributions:As a social worker in the team&nbsp;you will be responsible for care planning for children in care aged predominantly 16 and 17 years of age ensuring they are safe, happy and achieving their aspirations and goals.&nbsp;You will work closely with our partner agencies to deliver high quality care and&nbsp;support to our children and young people.The team works closely alongside the care leaving service with the Personal Advisors,&nbsp;Independent reviewing managers and outreach workers.The team specialises in conducting brief enquiries and age assessments where necessary for those children seeking asylum and age assessment training so experience within this area is desirable not essential, as age assessment training is provided to all social workers within the team.The team focus on those older adolescent children who need specific&nbsp;support in preparing them for independence when they turn 18 years of age and transfer from a Social Worker to a Personal Advisor.Young people transfer from frontline teams at the point of a permanency plan being&nbsp;agreed&nbsp;either within court or via section 20 Southwark judgement for homeless 16/17 year olds alongside unaccompanied asylum seeking children and transferring from within the service from the Children in Care wider team already with a plan of permanency.For the Advanced Social Worker position, we are seeking a candidate who can clearly demonstrate the experience, skills, and professional capabilities required of an Advanced Practitioner. Evidence of meeting these standards will be essential.Hours: 37Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development</li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Car leasing schemes</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>A relevant market supplement amount is included in the advertised salary for each grade as follows:Grade HBC7 - £2,710&nbsp;Grade HBC8 - £2,710Grade HBC9 - £3,710&nbsp;Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.Next Steps:Here at Halton&nbsp;we are committed to supporting Social Workers to achieve their aspirations and you will have real opportunities for further promotion and training, as the Council is keen to develop advanced practitioners and also future leaders.Halton offer a nurturing ASYE programme for newly qualified workers through our Social Work Academy.&nbsp;This includes a protected caseload, dedicated time for study, a tailored training package and additional reflective supervisions.&nbsp;You will be allocated an ASYE assessor who works alongside you and your line manager to ensure you are&nbsp;supported throughout your first year in practice and beyond.For experienced workers we offer the opportunity for progression and continued professional development which includes a focus on your development including opportunities to become a practice educator, work with our local universities on delivering course material to student and progression to advanced practitioner.&nbsp;We have strong links to our local Universities and we offer specialist training and membership of Research in Practice. We aim to&nbsp;support you throughout your career whether you want to progress through a specialism, management pathways or teaching.To apply for this post you must be a qualified social worker ideally with post qualifying experience within a statutory children’s social care setting, along with knowledge and&nbsp;understanding of working with children in care and care leavers and our key partners as a corporate parent. Full Social Work Qualification is required.&nbsp;In addition, this post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure, a UK driving license and access to a vehicle is required and Social Work England Registration.For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Emma Wright - <a href="mailto:Emma.Wright@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emma.Wright@halton.gov.uk</a>.Applications will be continuously reviewed and applicants invited to interview before the advertised end date.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are&nbsp;committed&nbsp;to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the&nbsp;individual.&nbsp;This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions.&nbsp;If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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