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Join Our Frontline Team – Make a Real Difference Every DayAre you passionate about helping people and delivering excellent customer service? We’re looking for enthusiastic and committed Customer and Business Support Officers to join our dynamic team at Gun Wharf.About the RoleAs part of the Customer and Business Support (CABS) service, you’ll be the first point of contact for a wide range of council services. You’ll handle telephone enquiries related to:<ul><li>Waste and recycling</li><li>Planning and housing</li><li>Council tax and benefits</li><li>Blue badge applications</li><li>Social care and homelessness support</li><li>Libraries, payments, complaints, and more</li></ul>This is a fast-paced and rewarding role where you’ll support residents who may be facing financial hardship or need urgent assistance. You’ll need:<ul><li>Excellent communication and customer care skills</li><li>Strong ICT abilities and confidence with calculations</li><li>A calm, empathetic approach to problem-solving</li></ul>Beyond Customer ServiceOver time, you’ll also support internal teams with business administration tasks, including minute-taking and agile support across departments.Where You’ll WorkYou’ll be based at Gun Wharf, with occasional travel to other sites. After your induction and training period (typically 6–12 months), there may be opportunities for hybrid working with full equipment and support provided.Recruitment Timeline<ul><li>Telephone Assessments: 23–24 September 2025</li></ul>The successful post holder will be subject to a Standard DBS check and BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) checks. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Tina Larby on 01634 332761.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. CABS are seeking a Customer and Business Support Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. <h4>Important Information- </h4><h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</h4>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Customer and Business Support Officer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Step into a role where your expertise can help shape the provision of Adult Social Care services. Southwark Council’s Safeguarding and Community Services Legal Team is now hiring an ambitious Adult Social Care Lawyer to help drive exceptional outcomes for our residents. By joining us, you will be at the heart of legal decisions that protect the most vulnerable, and be part of life changing litigation, steering the direction of services that touch many adult lives every day.Here, your legal expertise won’t just resolve cases, it can help drive change within a council committed to excellence, collaboration and bold ambition for Adult Social Services.Why this role stands out: <ul><li>Impact with meaning: Your advice directly influences life‑changing decisions for vulnerable adults and their families.</li><li>Grow where you’re valued: Work with a close‑knit, progressive legal team that invests in your development and gives you space to thrive.</li><li>Do law with edge: Handle complex cases where local government meets cutting‑edge legal challenges.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>You’ll be at the forefront of providing first‑class, cost‑effective legal advice to the Adult Social Care team, ensuring decision making meets the highest standards of good governance. Key responsibilities include: <ul><li>Delivering a high‑quality, sustainable legal service in line with statutory and contractual obligations.</li><li>Managing your own caseload of more complex adult social care matters under minimal supervision. This includes drafting documents, responding to correspondence and advising at meetings.</li><li>Researching legal questions and providing clear, practical briefings to clients, colleagues and counsel.</li><li>Preparing cases for courts, tribunals and inquests.</li><li>Presenting cases at court as required and dependent upon rights of audience.</li><li>Preparing legal concurrents for Council reports.</li><li>Assisting clients to respond to legal queries from Council members, MPs, the Ombudsman and external partners.</li><li>Advising clients on the impact of new legislation.</li><li>Providing client training.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement in your area of expertise, ensuring the service stays responsive in a changing environment.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for a proactive Lawyer who brings a blend of the following: <ul><li>A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEx with a current (or eligible) practising certificate.</li><li>Extensive knowledge and proven experience of adult social care law (including community care, mental health, Court of Protection, NRPF and care leavers).</li><li>Experience of managing a busy caseload of more complex cases providing solutions under pressure.</li><li>Skilled in drafting pleadings, and other legal documents, as well as undertaking advocacy if required.</li><li>An understanding of good governance and local government, human rights and equalities legislation.</li><li>Experience working in a legal service or practice, confident with legal research tools and case management systems.</li><li>A clear commitment to continuing professional development and staying at the leading edge of your field.</li><li>Able to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and clients.</li><li>Able to work well as part of a team.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Salary Range: £48,618 - £55,710 This post attracts an additional benefit to the value of £2,724 PA for staff which can be used for benefits.Recruitment timetable:Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 22nd of September 2025Interview Date: The 29th of September 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2560908&amp;ptId=106685" target="_blank">JD for Adults Social Care Lawyer - Grade 11.docx</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Adult Social Care Lawyer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Step into a role where your expertise can help shape the future of Adult Social Care. Southwark Council’s Safeguarding and Community Services Legal Team is now hiring an ambitious Assistant Adult Social Care Lawyer. By joining us, you will be at the heart of legal decisions that protect the most vulnerable, and be part of life changing litigation, steering the direction of services that touch many adult lives every day.Here, your legal expertise won’t just resolve cases, it can help drive meaningful change within a council committed to excellence, collaboration and bold ambition for Adult Social Services.Why this role stands out: <ul><li>Impact with meaning: Your advice directly influences life‑changing decisions for vulnerable adults and their families.</li><li>Grow where you’re valued: Work with a close‑knit, progressive legal team that invests in your development and gives you space and support to thrive.</li><li>Do law with edge: Handle, real-world cases where local government meets cutting-edge legal challenges.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>You’ll be at the forefront of providing first-class, cost-effective legal advice to the Adult Social Care team, making sure every decision meets the highest standards of good governance. Key responsibilities include: <ul><li>Delivering a high-quality, sustainable legal service in line with statutory and contractual obligations.</li><li>Managing your own caseload of less complex adult social care matters under minimal supervision, drafting documents, responding to correspondence and advising at meetings.</li><li>Preparing cases for courts, tribunals and inquests, with the possibility of undertaking advocacy where appropriate.</li><li>Supporting senior lawyers with initial case reviews, investigations, research and case preparation.</li><li>Researching legal questions and providing clear, practical briefings to clients, colleagues and counsel.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement in your area of expertise, ensuring the service stays responsive in a changing environment.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for a practical, proactive Lawyer who brings a blend of the following: <ul><li>A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEx with a current (or eligible) practising certificate.</li><li>Knowledge of the law in relation to vulnerable adults – including community care, mental health, Court of Protection, no recourse to public funds and children leaving care services.</li><li>Understanding of good governance and local government, human rights and equalities legislation.</li><li>Experience working in a legal service or practice, confident with legal research tools and case management systems.</li><li>A clear commitment to continuing professional development and staying at the leading edge of your field.</li><li>Track record of proactive case management with the ability to deliver solutions under pressure and to work as part of a team.</li><li>Experience of drafting legal documents and responding to pre action correspondence.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Salary Range: £44,430 - £51,663Recruitment timetable:Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 22nd of September 2025Interview Date: The 29th of September 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2560826&amp;ptId=106681" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Assistant Adult Social Care Lawyer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark Council’s Safeguarding and Community Services Legal team is now hiring exceptional Childcare Advocates who are ready to do more than advise, but to directly shape the futures of children and young people across our borough. By joining us, you will be at the heart of legal decisions that protect the most vulnerable, and be part of life changing litigation, steering the direction of services that touch many young lives every day. Here, your legal expertise won’t just resolve cases, it will set precedents, inspire innovation, and drive meaningful change within a council committed to excellence, collaboration and bold ambition for Children’s Services. What sets this role apart? <ul><li>Specialist Advocacy: Represent one of London’s busiest Children’s Services teams in the Central Family Court, High Court and Court of Appeal on cases that shape young lives.</li><li>Strategic Influence: Work directly with senior leaders, Cabinet and committees, shaping governance, policy and future‑facing service delivery across the borough.</li><li>Complex, Career‑Defining Work: Tackle high‑profile, multi‑party proceedings, drafting complex legal documents and driving innovation in public childcare law.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Deliver expert legal advice on complex childcare law to senior management, Officers, Cabinet and committees.</li><li>Represent Southwark Children’s Services in all levels of court, including High Court and Court of Appeal, managing your own advocacy diary.</li><li>Lead on identifying legal issues arising from litigation or changes in statute, developing strategies and solutions.</li><li>Work autonomously on intricate cases while collaborating with senior lawyers and Heads of Service on borough‑wide initiatives.</li><li>Draft, prepare and present reports and legal comments for Cabinet and Council committees, attending meetings as required.</li><li>Advise on governance, risk, and case management strategies within a public law context.</li><li>Act as the in‑house technical expert, representing Southwark’s reputation in court, external networks, Local Family Justice Boards, and working groups.</li><li>Deliver training in house and to the London boroughs who form part of the South London Care Proceedings Project</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for a practical, proactive, and results-driven Childcare Advocate who brings a blend of the following: <ul><li>A current practising certificate as a Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX Fellow</li><li>In‑depth knowledge of public and private childcare law, child protection, adoption and fostering.</li><li>Track record of handling complex cases and proactive case management with the ability to deliver innovative solutions under pressure.</li><li>Significant experience conducting advocacy in contested hearings, fact‑finding and final hearings over multiple days.</li><li>Skilled in drafting pleadings, and other complex legal documents.</li><li>Excellent client care with the skills to work collaboratively and inspire trust and confidence in working relationships with in - house clients and lawyers</li><li>Integrity and strong negotiation, mediation and listening skills, with the ability to advise and influence at senior levels and within multi‑agency settings.</li><li>Aptitude to develop networks with judiciary, external agencies and legal professionals to raise Southwark’s profile.</li><li>Southwark council would be looking for the candidate who is able to attend the office on a monthly basis, subject to court commitments.</li><li>This role is predominantly court based, and so there is no requirement to attend the office a set minimum number of days.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About Southwark CouncilSouthwark Council is the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do. Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>Salary Range: £57,678 - £71,742This post attracts an additional benefit to the value of £2,724 PA for staff which can be used for benefits or taken as cash. Recruitment timetable:Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 22nd of September 2025Interview Date: The 6th of October 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2559384&amp;ptId=106099" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Childcare Lawyer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £26,409 - £28,624 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentDo you enjoy working outside with minimal supervision, but as part of a team?We wish to strengthen our dynamic team of Civil Enforcement Officers serving the local community. You will be required to patrol and monitor all parking restrictions both on and off street ensuring adherence to all parking regulations in accordance with the Council’s parking policies and procedures.You should have excellent customer care experience, be confident, willing to assist and advise the public on all parking matters. You should also be able to demonstrate an ability to deal with people in difficult situations and be able to record written evidence in a pocket book that is legible.Working outside in all weathers, on your feet or in a mobile patrol, you will have legible handwriting and a full manual driving license would also be helpful.Hours of work are defined by management but will be shifts between 7am and 9pm. We are also very happy to discuss other flexible working arrangements.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You'll have knowledge of Customer Care Principals, Basic knowledge of Parking legislation or NVQ 2 Parking Control or equivalent in-depth experience.If you’re an experienced and collaborative individual, you could help to drive the Council’s vision by liaising with stakeholders, and contribute to the achievement of the wider aims and operational objectives and future state. We look forward to receiving your application.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1540638&amp;ptId=11705" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1540643&amp;ptId=11705" target="_blank">download: Civil Enforcement Officer (CEO) JD .pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Civil Enforcement Officer

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5 Years Fixed Term Contract /Secondment Opportunity
Are you a purpose driven and strategic leader, passionate about driving positive outcomes in Supported Employment? We're seeking a highly motivated Supported Employment Operations Manager to lead our Connect to Work Team.
You will provide operational leadership, including day-to-day management of front-line Employment Specialists, developing and delivering employment support strategies aligned with the Council’s corporate priorities. The postholder will be adept at forging influential partnerships with multi-agency stakeholders to expand opportunities and strengthen referral pathways. You will be required to act as a subject expert to senior leadership, delivering strategic briefings and deputising for the Head of Employment Pathways. The role will require you to direct the implementation of Supported Employment and IPS models, ensuring fidelity and evidence-based practice.
To be successful in this role, you will need prior experience of driving a performance-led culture within the Employment and Skills industry, as well as the knowledge to implement robust monitoring and impact metrics. You will cultivate high-level stakeholder relationships across sectors, engaging NHS, employers and the DWP. Working closely with the council's Comms. teams to develop communications strategies, overseeing promotional materials and engagement campaigns. Additionally, you will represent the programme at borough-wide events, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and influencing policy.
Providing strategic oversight of the team, ensuring operational excellence and responsiveness to sector demands; you will also lead team meetings to drive alignment with political, Commissioning and labour market priorities, whilst fostering agility and innovation. You will manage and mentor Employment Advisors, embedding a high-performance, customer-focused culture. Moreover, you will oversee supervision of co-located staff, ensuring integration across multidisciplinary teams, championing cross-departmental collaboration and fostering a joined-up approach within Employment, Skills and Adult Learning services.
For further details or an informal chat please use email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:anna-renee.paisley@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">anna-renee.paisley@hackney.gov.uk</a>
As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.
If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.
We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.
To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.
As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.
We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.
This application process replaces a supporting statement.
Closing date for applications: 21st of&nbsp;September 2025&nbsp;(22:59)
Interview and assessment date:&nbsp;W/C 06 October&nbsp;2025
We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.
Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.
The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk" target="_blank">hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk</a>
Expiration Date:&nbsp;21/09/2025





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Supported Employment Operations Manager

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If you have the vision and drive to lead Aldenham Parish Council, email <a href="mailto:recruitment@chrgs.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@chrgs.co.uk</a> to receive a recruitment pack and application form (previous candidates need not apply).
Join Us in Shaping Aldenham’s Future
Are you a strategic thinker with a strong leadership presence? Can you inspire, communicate clearly, and drive meaningful change in a public service environment?&nbsp;
Aldenham Parish Council is seeking an experienced and proactive Chief Officer to lead its operations and strategic initiatives.&nbsp; This pivotal role offers a rewarding challenge – ensuring the Council functions effectively, meets statutory requirements, and delivers exceptional services to the community.&nbsp;
You will oversee the implementation of the Business Plan, driving the Council’s efforts to achieve its outlined priorities effectively and strategically.&nbsp; With strong commercial acumen and outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities, you will navigate the complexities of local government while guiding Councillors and partners to remain focused on the needs and aspirations of Aldenham’s residents.&nbsp;
Recently awarded the Silver Award in the Local Council Award Scheme, we welcome innovation. If you have the vision and drive to lead Aldenham Parish Council, email <a href="mailto:recruitment@chrgs.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@chrgs.co.uk</a> to receive a recruitment pack and application form (previous candidates need not apply).
About Aldenham
Aldenham is a picturesque parish in Hertfordshire, known for its historic charm, green spaces, and vibrant community.&nbsp;&nbsp; Aldenham Parish Council is dedicated to serving the residents of Radlett and Aldenham, ensuring the preservation of its rich heritage while fostering sustainable growth. The council owns or leases over 60 acres of land, manages local services, represents community interests, and works closely with Hertsmere Borough Council and Hertfordshire County Council to influence broader initiatives.
Applications must be received by 5pm, Sunday 25th September
Interviews will be held on 7th October and for those invited to second stage, these will be held on 13th October

Chief Officer

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Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding (Starting Well) x 3 London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Pay - £54,267 to £58,461 per annum subject to final confirmation with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 Message from the Director Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you have a strong desire to be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of Havering’s community? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to elevate our local authority's Children's Social Care Services, situated within our Starting Well Department. Following our recent inadequate Ofsted inspection, we are embarking on an improvement journey where we aim to re-establish and reinvigorate great practice across all our services delivered in Havering. As part of this journey, we are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic social care practitioners ready to make a meaningful difference, driven by a genuine desire to advocate for children, promote their well-being, and who are not afraid to take on the challenge of working for a local authority who have been inspected by Ofsted as inadequate. In return, we want to offer you the opportunity to develop your skills through our dedicated 10 days of learning a year offer and access to our very own Social Care Academy and Systemic offer. We are committed to creating an environment where every child receives the best possible support and care, and all staff are supported to thrive and excel in safe, supported, and nurturing environments. Our Senior leaders have worked on an improvement plan, and if you are ready to embrace this challenge and play a pivotal role in shaping our journey, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming individuals who share our vision and drive. About the role&nbsp; The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit Advanced Practitioners to contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people, and manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning and child protection investigations. If successful in your application for the role of Advanced Practitioner, London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>
<li>Directly&nbsp;manage&nbsp;and&nbsp;supervise&nbsp;a&nbsp;small&nbsp;number&nbsp;of&nbsp;qualified&nbsp;and&nbsp;non-social&nbsp;work staff.</li> <li>Manage&nbsp;a&nbsp;caseload&nbsp;of&nbsp;complex&nbsp;and&nbsp;challenging&nbsp;cases.</li> <li>Support&nbsp;team&nbsp;manager&nbsp;in&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;and&nbsp;developing&nbsp;high&nbsp;professional standards across the team.</li> <li>Have&nbsp;specialist&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;an&nbsp;area&nbsp;of&nbsp;social&nbsp;work&nbsp;practice&nbsp;with&nbsp;children&nbsp;and families that can be used across the service. To represent the service in developing key service provision or local strategic initiatives.</li> <li>Take responsibility for developing skills, expertise and knowledge for a wide range&nbsp;of&nbsp;practice&nbsp;issues&nbsp;and&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide&nbsp;consultation,&nbsp;coaching&nbsp;and&nbsp;mentoring within the team, including effective case management, purposeful evidence- based interventions, analytical assessments and high quality written work.</li> <li>Support&nbsp;team&nbsp;development&nbsp;and&nbsp;recruitment&nbsp;process.</li> </ul> As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. Please view Job Profile here The London Borough of Havering is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and meet the essential criteria as specified in the Job Profile will be guaranteed an interview. Priority consideration on all advertised roles will be given to London Borough of Havering Redeployees. The London Borough of Havering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;&nbsp; Please be aware that a Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) check will be required for any position with access to these groups under the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.&nbsp; In addition, the Authority reserves the right&nbsp;to request employees undertake a basic disclosure check (Disclosure Scotland) where required for the role this includes&nbsp;anyone who has access to (or information obtained directly from) a government database, or has a GCSX account. These posts will be required to have a Basic Disclosure Scotland check as per the requirements of BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standards). Pay - £54,267 to £58,461 per annum subject to final confirmation with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 The closing date for the receipt of applications is 21st September 2025, however, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770

London Borough of Havering

Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding

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Advanced Practitioner (MASH) London Borough of Havering Contract: Permanent Pay - £54,267 to £58,461 per annum subject to final confirmation with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit an&nbsp;Advanced Practitioner to lead and oversee the day-to-day service delivery of the integrated front door / multi-agency&nbsp; Safeguarding Hub (MASH) and the Family Intervention Service, ensuring the service functions runs smoothly and to a high professional standard in line with good practice and guidance. The post holder will lead and direct work/practice that positively improves outcomes for children, young people and their&nbsp; families in Havering.&nbsp; If successful in your application for the role of Advanced Practitioner (MASH) for the&nbsp;London Borough of Havering, you will/will be: <ul>
<li>Responsible for delivering effective, inclusive leadership and management of the services, ensuring high quality services against local and national indicators and targets.&nbsp;</li> <li>Promote and govern excellent face-to-face practice across the service, ensuring purposeful work is undertaken with children, young people, and families in conjunction with other social care teams and multi-agency partners</li> <li>Take a leading role with the Assistant Director of Early Help and Partnerships in the continuous improvement of the MASH and Family Intervention Service based on performance, risk, and demand.</li> <li>Responsible for ensuring practice is in line with current legislation and relevant guidance so that high quality, effective, assessments, plans and interventions are delivered to timescales, to meet children and family’s assessed needs and improve outcomes. This includes leading and advising on the management of cases that pose significant risk, where there are complex needs and/or attract a high profile.&nbsp;</li> <li>Represent the service at multi-agency meetings, boards, and/or committees as required and positively manage, review, and evaluate data compliance, ensuring that high-quality administration and record-keeping is maintained.</li> <li>Has responsibility for £500,000 budgets within the relevant services, ensuring high quality, value for money services including in-house and commissioned providers. This includes contributing to budget setting, budget monitoring, and delivery within budget targets, including the Section 17 budget and MASH budget.&nbsp;</li> <li>To take lead responsibility for specific areas of practice and strategic development relevant to the service, including but not limited to Children’s legal planning and Havering Safeguarding Children’s Partnership. This involves maintaining engaged and effective multi-agency, collaborative working relationships across the partnership to ensure services are utilised appropriately.&nbsp;</li> <li>Deputise for the Assistant Directors, and/or Director of Starting Well as and when required, including attendance at multi-agency meetings, boards, and/or committees as required.</li> <li>Identify areas of improvement and deliver training to the services. Support the development and delivery of the Starting Well plan, embedding the vision, values, and strategic objectives for children and young people, their parents, and carers.&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead on the development of relevant strategies, policies, procedures, programmes, and projects in line with legislation and good practice. .&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure that all supervisions and Performance Development Reviews are completed&nbsp;</li> </ul> within timescale.&nbsp; As one of the greenest boroughs in London, resourcefulness is in our nature. We don’t wait to be told, we take the initiative. We face the future head-on, embracing new challenges with open minds and fresh ideas. There’s lots of opportunities to progress here, and if you seize them we’ll support you all the way. Choose Havering and see the difference you’ll make to the people that live, work and learn here. From caring for those who need it most, to ensuring our highways and streets are safe, providing a roof over the heads of our residents, providing excellent customer service or, enhancing our digital services for staff and residents, there are so many ways you can make a positive influence here. And, whether you’re outdoorsy, people-focused or analytical, we have a role that’s right for you. Please view Job Profile here The London Borough of Havering is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and meet the essential criteria as specified in the Job Profile will be guaranteed an interview. Priority consideration on all advertised roles will be given to London Borough of Havering Redeployees. The London Borough of Havering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;&nbsp; Please be aware that a Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) check will be required for any position with access to these groups under the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.&nbsp; In addition, the Authority reserves the right&nbsp;to request employees undertake a basic disclosure check (Disclosure Scotland) where required for the role this includes&nbsp;anyone who has access to (or information obtained directly from) a government database, or has a GCSX account. These posts will be required to have a Basic Disclosure Scotland check as per the requirements of BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standards). Pay - £54,267 to £58,461 per annum subject to final confirmation with an additional Market Supplement (MS) of £4,000 The closing date for the receipt of applications is 14^th September 2025, however, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770

Advanced Practitioner (MASH)

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The Adults &amp; Public Health Directorate is looking for a Team Leader who will be responsible for developing a Unit which provides high quality care and is responsive to the changing needs of service users. Under the guidance of the Registered Manager, you will provide management support to a staff group of residential support workers, care assistants, domestics, and cooks. You will be responsible for the day to day running and supervision of residential, respite or supported living schemes within the In-House residential services.Tasks include providing an environment in which service users are encouraged to develop their skills at their own pace, and thereby attain their full potential in areas of social, emotional, and developmental growth through appropriate approaches that ensure individuals are as fully integrated into the community as possible.The post holder will provide direct care to service users, leadership on shift for staff, and should be able to assist the registered Manager in performance management, to plan, monitor and supervise care staff. Be able to support the Care staff in formulating care plans and risk assessments in accordance with Harrow policy and support with the management and implementation of the staff rota. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Knowledge of the Care Standards Act 2000 and an understanding of its application for the service.</li><li>Knowledge of the Community Care Legislation and an understanding of its implications for services and service users.</li><li>Ability to make effective use of all resources (especially staff and budgets)</li><li>Ability to plan, organise, and monitor the work of a diverse staff team. </li><li>Ability carry out risk assessments of the service, staff and service users </li><li>An understanding of the developmental needs (social, emotional, and physical) of adults who have severe learning disabilities.</li><li>Ability to chair and minute meetings.</li><li>A minimum of 3 years working with adults who have disabilities.</li><li>A minimum of 2 years working at RSW level (shift leader) or similar position.</li><li>2 years’ experience of proving service to either people with severe learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, or challenging needs.</li><li> Minimum of N.V.Q. Level 3 or 4 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=25347&amp;hashed=-128146092" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Team Leader - Bedford House

Join Us on Our Journey of change and aspiration. Become a Fostering Social Worker in our Support and Development TeamAre you ready to be part of a fostering service that’s evolving, innovating, and striving for excellence? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and skilled Social Worker to join our Support and Development Team at a pivotal time of growth and transformation.We are building a service that puts children at the heart of everything we do, and we’re looking for someone who shares our vision of creating safe, nurturing, and aspirational environments for children and young people in foster care.<h4>As a Fostering Social Worker, you will</h4><ul><li>Champion the needs of children by working closely with foster carers, families, and professionals to ensure every child receives the support they deserve.</li><li>Hold and manage a diverse and complex caseload, using your expertise to navigate challenges and celebrate successes.</li><li>Mentor and support colleagues, contributing to a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Drive innovation and best practice, helping shape the future of our fostering service during this exciting period of change.</li></ul>You will be part of a forward-thinking team that values creativity, resilience, and relationship-based practice. Reporting directly to a supportive Team Manager, you will benefit from:<ul><li>Regular reflective supervision, both individually and in groups.</li><li>Tailored professional development opportunities, empowering you to grow and thrive at every stage of your career.</li><li>A dynamic and inclusive working environment, where your voice matters and your impact is recognised.</li></ul>This is more than just a job, it is a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to make a real difference and help shape the future of fostering, we would love to hear from you.<h4>About you</h4><ul><li>You will hold a degree in Social Work - CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England </li><li>Demonstrable post qualifying experience of working with children and families</li><li>A driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.</li></ul><h4>Our offer to you</h4>In addition to the annual salary, we are proud to offer an <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200257/our_childrens_social_care_staff_benefits" target="_blank">excellent benefits package</a> including -<ul><li>Salary - social worker £38,746 to £41,956 per annum or experienced social worker £41,957 to £45,829 per annum</li><li><a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200258/pay_and_rewards" target="_blank">Market Allowance</a> - social worker/experienced social worker £3,000 per annum (paid monthly in 12 equal payments)</li><li><a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200258/pay_and_rewards" target="_blank">Retention Payment</a> - £2,000 per annum (paid in April following 2 years’ service with Medway Council) </li><li>Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car</li><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li><li>Hybrid working style - can work from home or in the office.</li></ul>For Informal Discussion, please feel free to contact Fostering and Adoption Service Manager, George Layzell on 01634 333006.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MakeItMedway?src=hashtag_click" target="_blank">#MakeItMedway</a><h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the Southeast of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4><ul><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile.</li><li>This post is subject to an Enhanced Children's DBS check.</li></ul><h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Social Worker - Fostering Support and Development team

Are you a dedicated and experienced social worker passionate about championing practice? We are now looking for passionate Senior Practitioners who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.As a Senior Practitioner you will hold a caseload of complex cases whilst supporting the Team Manager, alongside the Assistant Team Manager, in delivering high quality standards of social work to the children open for assessment, intervention, and support. You will support the leadership of the team and service through the provision of mentoring, coaching, support and practice expertise to other less experienced team members, supporting them in their professional development and progression. If you are passionate about an area of practice, we will support you to continue to develop in this area, become a champion and share your expertise with colleagues across Medway Children’s Services.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer, whether you are a manager or practitioner, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you are an experienced social worker looking for the next step in your career or an existing senior practitioner we’d like to hear from you. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.We have posts across our Assessment, CSWT and CIC services.Candidates will be offered a competitive basic salary between £45,830 and £51,130 per annum, dependant on your experience, and the potential to earn up to £60,130 per year when market premiums and retention are applied.Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><li>A market allowance of £6,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li><li>A retention payment of £3,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development" target="_blank">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.<h4>How to apply</h4> To apply please click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the bottom of this advert. Applications will be reviewed weekly and shortlisted candidates invited to interview via Microsoft Teams.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.For more information on our roles within Children’s Services please visit <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs" target="_blank">https://www.medway.gov.uk/childrenservicesjobs</a>To find out more about Medway the place please click <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200264/medway_the_place" target="_blank">here</a>.Please consider the application guidance when submitting your application.Please note that all recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in hard copy format, please contact the Children's Services Recruitment Team on 01634 332211 or email <a href="mailto:cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">cscrecruitment@medway.gov.uk</a>If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.





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Senior Practitioner - Children's Social Work Team

We are recruiting for various school catering positions within Caerphilly County Borough's Area 5 Catering Team. Locations covered by the team are as follows: Abercarn, Crumlin, Cwmcarn, Cwmfelinfach, Pantside, Oakdale, Risca, Newbridge, Crosskeys and Ynysddu.If you’d like to be part of our award-winning catering team, that promotes a warm atmosphere and can make a difference to people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.Whether you’re looking for morning work, or something to fit around a busy schedule – we have something for everyone.We cater for every school in the borough, so we are likely to have opportunities around your preferred location.We have the following vacancies available in Area 5:Breakfast Club Assistant – Grade 1<ul><li>Abercarn Primary School – 5 hours per week</li><li>Cwmfelinfach Primary School – 5 hours per week</li><li>Risca Primary School - 5 hours per week</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jane Wright on 07748 131933 or email <a href="mailto:wrighj@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">wrighj@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. <ul></ul>

Caerphilly County Borough Council

School Catering Vacancies Area 5

We are recruiting a Sport and Leisure Facilities Operative at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 1 x 19 hours per week &amp; 1 x 20 hours per week Contract Type: Part Time, Fixed Term until 3rd May 2026 Location: Y Gwyndy SchoolTeam: Sport and Leisure Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £13,137 - £13,345 (19 hours per week) / £13,828 - £14,048 (20 hours per week) and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Sports and Facilities Operations Assistant based at our Y Gwyndy School campus.The successful candidate will support the daily operation, maintenance, and supervision of the sports facilities including the ATP and Sports Hall, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all clubs and community users.Duties will include equipment setup, health and safety checks, minor maintenance, and assisting with bookings and events.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for sport, good organisational skills, and a proactive attitude. Flexibility for evening and weekend work is essential.Contract 1 - 19 hours per week (Two-week rota): Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday 4.30pm-8.30pm/9.30pm, and Sunday 9.30am-4.30pmWeek 2: Wednesday, Thursday 4.30pm-9.30pm and Sunday 9.30am-4.30pm.Contract 2 - 20 hours per week (Two-week rota):Week 1: Wednesday, Thursday 4.30pm-9.30pm and Saturday 8.30am-4.30pm, Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday 4.30pm-8.30pm/9.30pm, and Saturday 8.30am-4.30pmThese hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>First Aid at Work Certificate.</li><li>The ability to work as part of a team.</li><li>Experience of working in customer focused environments.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Matthew Jupp on 02920 851845 or email <a href="mailto:juppm@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">juppm@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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We are recruiting an Accounting Technician at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Full time Location: Ty PenalltaTeam: Finance Social Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £31,537 - £34,434 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The social services accountancy team is looking to recruit a self-motivated accounting technician with strong analytical skills, who can communicate complex financial information to non-finance professionals.The successful candidate will assist in the preparation of budgets and year-end accounts for the adult social services division and support budget holders to manage their budgets effectively.The postholder will be in regular contact with a full range of Local Authority officers and officers from other public sector bodies to offer advice.You will be responsible for line management of staff on a day-to-day basis, overseeing workloads and providing advice and guidance.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>An Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) or equivalent. OR a relevant Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>Conversant with a variety of IT applications including Microsoft Excel and Word.</li><li>Experience acquired within a financial post.</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to attend scheduled appointments and meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mike Jones/Zoe Lewis on 07884188518/ 01443 863037 or email <a href="mailto:jonesmj@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">jonesmj@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:lewisz@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">lewisz@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Accounting Technician

We are recruiting for various school catering positions within Caerphilly County Borough's Area 6 Catering Team. Locations covered by the team are as follows: Blackwood, Pontllanfraith, Cefn Fforest, Abertridwr, Penyrheol, Trecenydd, Churchill Park, Maesycwmmer, Markham, Senghenydd and Pentwynmawr.If you’d like to be part of our award-winning catering team, that promotes a warm atmosphere and can make a difference to people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.Whether you’re looking for morning work, or something to fit around a busy schedule – we have something for everyone.We cater for every school in the borough, so we are likely to have opportunities around your preferred location.We have the following vacancies available in Area 6:Catering Assistant – Grade 1<ul><li>St Cenydd Comprehensive School – 15 hours per week</li><li>Bryn Primary School - 10 hours per week</li><li>Blackwood Comprehensive School - 20 hours per week</li></ul>Breakfast Club Supervisor – Grade 3<ul><li>Nant-y-Parc Primary School – 5 hours per week</li></ul>Breakfast Club Assistant - Grade 1<ul><li>Pontllanfraith Primary School - 5 hours per week</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tracey Sellers on 07786244045 or email <a href="mailto:sellet@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">sellet@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. <ul></ul>

School Catering Vacancies Area 6

We are recruiting a Legal Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Penallta House / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Legal Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £25,583 - £25,989 and offer access to training and development opportunities. To provide an efficient, effective and confidential administrative support service to the Child Care team. You will be required to work closely with Legal Services Child Care team in the provision of advice to Social Services on all matters concerning the administration of the Child Care team.The successful candidate will be responsible for: -The preparation and distribution of evidence bundles for trial to include third party redaction.Monitor invoices received in relation to professional and expert fees. Involves liaising with external barristers’ chambers and experts such as Consultants and ensuring prompt payment.Responsibility for processing internal recharges in respect of expert’s fees in child-care cases.Assisting case workers in the department’s Child Care Team with obtaining and distribution of evidence and preparation of applications.Ensuring all reference material used by case workers is updated as soon as practicable following notification from the publishers.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Minimum 5 GSCEs Grades A*–C including English Language or equivalent Level 2 qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. Or relevant Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li><li>Experience of providing extensive administrative support to a busy legal department.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Bethan Manners on 01443 863016 or email <a href="mailto:manneb@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">manneb@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Jenna Jones on 01443 863102 or email <a href="mailto:jonesj5@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">jonesj5@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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We are recruiting for various school catering positions within Caerphilly County Borough's Area 4 Catering Team. Locations covered by the team are as follows: Llanbradach, Ystrad Mynach, Penallta, Hengoed, Gelligaer, Nelson, Gilfach, Fleur De Lys, Tir y Berth and Pengam.If you’d like to be part of our award-winning catering team, that promotes a warm atmosphere and can make a difference to people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.Whether you’re looking for morning work, or something to fit around a busy schedule – we have something for everyone.We cater for every school in the borough, so we are likely to have opportunities around your preferred location.We have the following vacancies available in Area 4:Assistant Cook - Grade 3<ul><li>Glyngaer Primary School - 17.5 hours per week</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Stockwood on 01443864055 or email <a href="mailto:stockk@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">stockk@caerphilly.gov.uk </a> This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. <ul></ul>

School Catering Vacancies Area 4

<h4>The Role</h4>Are you passionate about transforming the educational outcomes of children in residential care?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Southwark Virtual School is seeking a dynamic and committed Virtual School Education Advisor Residential Care to champion the learning and progress of children looked after in residential settings - both within and outside the borough. This is a fixed term contract for 1 year.About the Role:In this pivotal role, you will:<ul><li>Collaborate with Southwark Children’s homes residential staff, schools, and multi-agency professionals to remove barriers to learning.</li><li>Monitor and support educational progress, attendance, and attainment of Southwark’s children in residential care.</li><li>Lead on the Personal Education Plan (PEP) process for children in residential care.</li><li>Provide structured learning opportunities. for children without current education provision and support reintegration into school.</li><li>Promote a culture of high aspiration and inclusive education within children’s homes.</li><li>You will also attend and contribute to panels and planning meetings related to residential care, ensuring education remains a key focus in multi-agency decision-making.</li></ul>This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of some of our most vulnerable young people, ensuring they receive the support and encouragement they need to thrive.About You:You are an experienced educator or professional with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in supporting children looked after—especially those in residential care. You bring:<ul><li>Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or strong experience in the education of children in residential care and a strong grasp of the SEN Code of Practice.</li><li>A proven track record of improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with young people and professionals.</li><li>Confidence in leading meetings, influencing others, and driving high standards.</li><li>A flexible, proactive approach and the ability to work across systems and services.</li><li>A commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding.</li></ul>You’ll thrive in a role that requires creativity, resilience, and a genuine belief in the potential of every child.About the Team:At Southwark’s Virtual School, you’ll be part of a dynamic, creative, and supportive network dedicated to improving educational outcomes. Our expert Education Advisory Team drives positive change by supporting the educational success of children looked after, collaborates on exciting projects and enjoys senior-level support and professional development opportunities, including tailored training, reflective supervision, and mentorship.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gemma Simcock at <a href="mailto:Gemma.Simcock@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Gemma.Simcock@southwark.gov.uk</a>.This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a><h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm 19th September 2025Shortlisting date/s: 22nd September 2025Interview date/s: 30th September 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care </li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2597363&amp;ptId=107219" target="_blank">Job-description Virtual School EA - Residential Care.docx</a></li></ul>





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Virtual School Education Advisor Residential Care

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance plus £5,500 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;Our CWD Specialist Intervention Team is a team working with children and young people with Mental ill health/emotional wellbeing issues and a diagnosis of learning difficulties such as Autism /ADHD or associated behaviours. The team carry small caseloads and work intensively with families and other professionals – especially colleagues in CAMH. We are passionate, innovative and creative in our approach.Often these young people have disengaged with education and we work very closely with colleagues in education to ensure that they have an EHCP if needed – and the right educational placement for them.As a Senior Practitioner within our Specialist Intervention team, you’ll be responsible for a caseload of complex cases providing assessment, care management and other social work services relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable/ at risk children and families.Under the direction of the Team Manager, you’ll use professional skills and experience to provide practice management to team members.If you have a good working knowledge of young people with autism, mental health and want the opportunity to make a real difference to young people’s lives, then please get in touch!Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are a qualified and experienced social worker, registered with Social Work England (DipSW, CSS, CQSW or equivalent), with a strong background in child and family social work. You bring a commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred practice and supporting others to do the same.You will have:<ul><li>Substantial post-qualifying experience, including in-depth work with children and families</li><li>Experience supporting children with learning difficulties and mental health conditions</li><li>A solid understanding of current legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice in children’s social care</li><li>The ability to manage complex and conflicting demands effectively</li><li>Experience of coaching, mentoring, and practice teaching</li><li>A commitment to continuous professional development—both your own and that of others</li></ul>You are passionate about supporting high standards of practice across your team. Through co-working, mentoring and offering advice and guidance, you help to develop others’ professional skills and confidence. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are driven to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families.<h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580037&amp;ptId=11744" target="_blank">download: CWD SIT Senior Practitioner JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580040&amp;ptId=11744" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Senior Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Specialist Intervention Team

Do you want a career where you can change lives for the better?At Birmingham Children’s Trust, that’s exactly what we do every single day. We’re here to protect, support and empower some of the city’s most vulnerable children, young people and families. And now, we’re looking for a Senior Social Work Assistant to join us in making a lasting difference.As a Senior Social Work Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting social workers and families, ensuring children feel safe, heard and supported. Your day-to-day work will be varied, but always meaningful. It’s a role full of variety — no two days will ever be the same. But every day, you’ll know your work is helping to create brighter futures.You’ll:<ul> <li>Be there to help families access the right services by making referrals and signposting.</li> <li>Support with Family Time/contact arrangements so children can maintain important relationships.</li> <li>Listen to children, capturing their wishes, feelings and views.</li> <li>Assist in evidence gathering for child protection planning and legal proceedings.</li> <li>Manage the delivery of financial and practical support for children and families.</li> <li>Keep our records and IT systems up to date.</li> <li>Assist social work teams with transporting CYPF</li> <li>Work alongside passionate, supportive colleagues who care deeply about the difference we make.</li></ul>We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. Be part of a service recognised by Ofsted for strong leadership, safeguarding and partnership working.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 youWe’re looking for someone who brings kindness, empathy and resilience, alongside the ability to stay professional in challenging situations. You’ll need to have:<ul> <li>Experience working with children and/or families in a care or support setting.</li> <li>An Enhanced DBS (Children).</li> <li>A basic knowledge of social work practice and the legal framework for children and families.</li> <li>Strong communication skills — both written and verbal as you will be liaising with a diverse range of children and families.</li> <li>Confidence in liaising with partner agencies and keeping accurate records.</li> <li>Respect for diversity, fairness and inclusion in everything you do.</li> <li>Flexibility to work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals.</li> <li>An understanding of social deprivation and its impact on families.</li></ul>If you’re ready to bring your energy, compassion and commitment to supporting children and families, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us make Birmingham a place where every child can thrive!Interview date: 15th and 16th October 2025, held onsite at our newly refurbished office at Lifford House. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Birmingham Children's Trust

Senior Social Work Assistant

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About the Role
The Combined Authority is in the middle of an exciting period of change and growth and we are looking for an ambitious, highly committed and skilled Head of Finance with a focus on delivering an exceptional, high-quality service which enables and informs organisational decision making.
A strategic leader ready to take on one of the most rewarding and complex roles in local government finance. This is your opportunity to shape the financial future of services that directly impact the lives of the residents of the Liverpool City Region.
The Head of Finance will provide strong leadership for financial management and control for the Combined Authority. Providing a proactive and comprehensive financial planning, reporting and analysis service for the authority. Working with senior managers throughout the organisation to develop and maintain a robust Medium-Term Financial Strategy, which maximises funding flexibilities and best utilises new funding powers which come into effect April 2026.
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<li>Financial Reporting and Analysis</li>
<li>Financial Operations and Compliance</li>
<li>Professional Leadership in Government Finance</li>
<li>Transformation and Change Management</li>
<li>Corporate Leadership and Influence</li>
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For more information, please contact Director of Finance <a href="mailto:Claire.hall@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">Claire.hall@liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk</a>
About the person
To thrive in this role, you'll bring&nbsp;substantial experience leading professional finance services&nbsp;within a large and complex local government environment. You'll be a&nbsp;qualified accountant, with a proven track record operating at Head of Finance level (or equivalent), within the public sector.
You'll need to demonstrate your ability to&nbsp;manage large-scale budgets&nbsp;with precision, ensuring services are delivered within agreed resources while maintaining financial sustainability.
Exceptional&nbsp;communication and presentation skills&nbsp;are essential. You'll be translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insight for a wide range of stakeholders-from senior leaders to frontline teams.
We're looking for a&nbsp;proven leader-someone who can inspire and develop high-performing teams, build trust across the organisation, and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability. Your&nbsp;resilience, strategic mindset, and drive for results&nbsp;will be key to succeeding in this high-impact role.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing Finance Service within an ambitious Combined Authority and to contribute to the development and opportunities that exist both now and in the future.
If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.
Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your personal statement of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your personal statement will be used for shortlisting.
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<li>Ability to lead, inspire and motivate others finance services or teams</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience of working as a finance professional at a senior level in a public sector organisation.</li>
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About the organisation
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.
Staff benefits 
<ul>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>
<li>Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working</li>
<li>24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
<li>Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
<li>Bike to Work Scheme</li>
<li>Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learnin</li>
</ul>
Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion 
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all candidates who met the essential criteria in the job description and who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Head of Finance

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A career in local government can be very rewarding, offering a variety of roles and opportunities for personal and professional development.
Wyre Council offers this development through many of its career paths.
To apply for one of our vacancies, click on ‘apply online’ to begin your application



ACCOUNTANT – TECHNICAL AND CORPORATE REPORTING
37 HOURS PER WEEK
GRADE 9 £39,862 - £42,839 
Ready for new challenge?&nbsp;Passionate about making a difference in your community? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Wyre Council Financial Services Team at Wyre Council as an Accountant – Technical and Corporate Reporting.
In this role you will be a key member of the team, supporting the annual accounts closure process, overseeing the collection fund accounting, completing periodic corporate reporting, and working with the Financial Services Manager in the continuous improvement of financial management information and quality initiatives.
Ideally you will have knowledge of statutory financial reporting requirements and financial regulations combined with experience of local authority financial accounting, although this is not essential.
As an employer we offer a range of employee benefits including a minimum of 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 days subject to length of service (pro rota), great work life balance with flexible working arrangements, excellent employer pension contribution, free onsite parking, discounted gym membership, access to occupational health and development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture that allows you to develop and grow.&nbsp;
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and live within (or prepared to relocate) to a commutable distance to Poulton-Le-Fylde.
Hybrid working is available, with a minimum of 60% of your time expected to be office-based.
For an informal discussion about this vacancy please contact Laura Thompson, Financial Services Manager on 01253 887367 or by email, <a href="mailto:laura.thompson@wyre.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.thompson@wyre.gov.uk</a>
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage early submissions.
Closing date: 28 September 2025

Accountant – Technical and Corporate Reporting

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.



About the Role
As the Digital &amp; IT Service Centre Team Leader you will report directly to the IT Service &amp; Operations Manager to successfully manage the Digital &amp; IT Service Centre. Your will lead the Service Centre in dealing with 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support to maximise the availability and performance of all Digital Services. You will work closely with the Infrastructure &amp; Cloud Team Leader to oversee the response to IT incidents and deputise for the IT Service &amp; Operations Manager when required. You will provide support, guidance and escalation routes for the engineers within your teams.
About the person
You should have experience leading teams to deliver customer results and be able to collaborate across the growing Digital Services team.
If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply. 
Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your personal statement of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your personal statement will be used for shortlisting.
<ul>
<li>-Considerable hands-on experience leading in a customer focused environment such as a Service Desk or Call Centre.</li>
<li>-Ability to analyse data and produce reports.</li>
<li>-Ability to work to conflicting deadlines.</li>
</ul>

About the organisation
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits 
<ul>
<li>-Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
<li>-Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>
<li>-Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>
<li>-Flexible and hybrid working</li>
<li>-24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
<li>-Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme</li>
<li>-Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
<li>-Bike to Work Scheme</li>
<li>-Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning</li>
</ul>

Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion 
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.
To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.
Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Digital & IT Service Centre Team Leader

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Please apply online via the link provided.



About the Role
This is a great opportunity to join our Finance team as a Finance Officer and contribute to the effective delivery of financial services, taking specific responsibility for services in accounting terms and providing technical advice in relation to the areas.
Maidstone’s finances have been well managed, and this has given us a sound financial foundation to support the strategic priority of our new Cabinet. We will also support the continued drive for value for money in our services, and that capital investment supports our long-term financial position.
This post requires strong working relationships to be developed and maintained with the finance team, service users and budget holders. The post requires daily contact and consultation with a very wide range of stakeholders of service users. Maidstone Borough Council is committed to professional development, and you will be given the opportunity to expand and broaden your skills, knowledge and expertise including full support to deliver against the requirements of this new post.
This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent contract.
About Maidstone Borough Council 
Maidstone Borough Council is a confident organisation with ambition and aspirations to deliver high quality services to our residents and local businesses. We strive to make the borough an attractive place for all and secure a successful economy. We continue to build on our strengths - assets, knowledge and expertise and our track record for innovation and improvement to create a financially sustainable future so that we can continue with our undiminished plans.
We will only achieve the results we are aiming for through the talents and hard work of all our people. You are encouraged to become part of our vision and in return you can expect support, training, and fair reward from us. We will give you the opportunity to develop the skills to do your job well and create a positive working environment where your ideas about improving how we do things are valued and we manage the changes needed for new ways of working well.
At Maidstone Borough Council we recognise the importance of flexible working and the benefits this can bring to both our staff and the Council. We know that by offering employees a range of flexible working opportunities we can positively impact their wellbeing and engagement, and drive productivity in return. As such we have developed a highly flexible hybrid working policy, alongside our flexi time and flexible working policies, enabling staff to shape their working patterns around building a greater work life balance.
Our Offer:
A range of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Highly flexible hybrid working opportunities.</li>
<li>7am to 7pm flexi time to suit personal circumstances for most roles.</li>
<li>Generous holiday entitlement which increases after 5 years LG service plus bank holidays with the option to buy additional leave.</li>
<li>Additional 3 days leave given to enable a close down of the offices between Christmas and New year.</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Range of flexible working opportunities to accommodate people’s home/work life balance including compressed hours, 9-day fortnight, part time.</li>
<li>Invitations to staff events to celebrate success and support wellbeing that include holistic therapies and outdoor activities.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential &amp; independent information and access to counsellors</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with valuable life cover and financial protection for your family.</li>
<li>Life Assurance – three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS)</li>
<li>Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand-new car. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing, and road tax.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Annual flu vaccine</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme.</li>
<li>Staff benefits discounts on leisure, eating out, holidays and shopping.</li>
<li>Excellent learning and career opportunities for committed individuals.</li>
<li>A professional fee payment, if required for the role</li>
</ul>
About You:
You will be a qualified Accounting Technician (or have the equivalent experience) with the ambition to develop your professional skills further.
You will be a team player with experience of working in a local government finance environment.
Additionally, you will have excellent time management, problem-solving and IT skills.
We do encourage hybrid working but to facilitate working better as a team you will be expected to attend the office for one day each week.
Selection Process: 
Following the submission of your application form, it will be reviewed by the recruiting manager. Those that are successful in securing an interview can expect job specific interview assessment, followed by an interview.
Maidstone Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employee and volunteers to share this commitment.
If you would like to discuss this position, please contact Maxine Mahon (Senior Finance Manager) on 01622 602268
To apply for the position please click on the &nbsp;application form or by phone on 01622 602555.
Closing Date:&nbsp; 21st September 2025
Interview Date: 2nd October 2025

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