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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



An opportunity has arisen within the Neighbourhoods &amp; Environment Directorate for a Transport Driver for the Blaenau Gwent Meals Service to work under the supervision of the Cook and/or Assistant Cook.
You will collect and deliver transport meal boxes from Glanhowy Primary School, Tredegar and deliver to Ty Bedwellty.
You will be prepared to work additional hours or at any reasonable time of day as required in order to ensure the smooth running of the catering unit.
The successful candidate will possess a current Food Safety Level II qualification and be willing to undertake any training considered necessary for the post.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.&nbsp; A comprehensive pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child Barred List
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. &nbsp;We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here: -
<a href="https://www.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/en/home/" target="_blank">https://www.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/en/home/</a>
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Amanda Baird 07814 645181




Closing Date:


8th August 2025 at 12:00 midnight




Interview Date:


TBC

Transport Driver

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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



FINANCIAL SERVICES SUPPORT OFFICER
18 HOURS PER WEEK
GRADE 5 £25,992 - £27,711 (pro rata)
Ready for new challenge? 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 a Financial Services Support Officer.
This role is pivotal in providing business support to the wider Financial Services Team and to colleagues across the Council.&nbsp; Experience in accounts payable and administrative experience would be advantageous.
As a Financial Services Support Officer, you will carry out a variety of financial administrative and processing duties to help support the Financial Services Team.&nbsp; Your day-to-day duties will include answering phones, responding to emails, processing invoices and payments, and data entry.&nbsp; The post holder will be required to work to deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and have excellent communication skills.
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.
For an informal discussion about this vacancy please contact Michelle Black, Finance Systems and Payments Manager on 01253 887310 or by email, <a href="mailto:michelle.black@wyre.gov.uk" target="_blank">michelle.black@wyre.gov.uk</a>
Closing date: 17 August 2025

Financial Services Support Officer

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.At Coventry City Council, we are embarking on an incredible journey to create a brighter future for Coventry's children. As a 'Good' Local Authority, we believe in pushing boundaries and delivering excellence for children and families. Our vision is clear, and our social workers are unwavering in their commitment to putting children and families at the centre of their practice.&nbsp;Be part of our inspiring team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Coventry's children. Together, let's create a nurturing environment where every child's potential can flourish.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Our Values are:<ul>
<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>What is the job role? We are currently recruiting for a Senior Practitioner to join our Emergency Duty Team on a permanent part time basis.As a member of the Council’s Responsive Services, the Emergency Duty Team (out of hours social care) offer essential support services, generally, outside of standard office hours to address urgent social care needs and ensure the likelihood of emergencies occurring is reduced. EDT ensure that any Social Care emergencies that cannot be safely left to the following working day are dealt with, responding to the whole of the community of Coventry including Children's Services, Housing, Adult Social Care and Youth Justice Services therefore considering the overarching principles and objectives of these disciplines.&nbsp;The Emergency Duty Team (EDT) provides an out of hours emergency service between 5pm and 8.30am throughout the week, including weekends and are office based during these times.The team responds to safeguarding concerns relating to children, young people, their families and adults. They also provide an out of hours housing service.The post holder will be responsible for overseeing/supporting the work of Children and Family Workers. In partnership with agencies, the post holder will be responsible for responding to all requests for assistance received during the work shift with a particular focus on promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children, adults and families of Coventry until core working hours.&nbsp;All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Who are we looking for? The Emergency Duty Team are seeking to recruit a Senior Practitioner who is an inclusive leader who values diversity and promote a culture of respect, collaboration and continuous improvement. We are seeking a person who is committed to creating an environment where every individual feels valued and supported.&nbsp;You should &nbsp;be committed and passionate about practice, sharing learning and knowledge and developing others.You will be a qualified and experienced Social Worker who has:<ul>
<li>A current registration with Social Work England.</li>
<li>A sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.</li>
<li>A proven ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.</li>
<li>Knowledge of assessment methods, care management and casework methods.</li>
<li>Experience of carrying out a range of statutory work with adults, children and housing matters.</li>
<li>Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with adults, children, young people and families</li>
</ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.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>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): 18th August&nbsp; About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Senior Practitioner

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/0479/Candidate_Pack_-_Communities_Directorate_-_June_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_Communities_Directorate_-_June_2025</a></li>
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Do you have what it takes to deliver inspiring services for our children, young people and their families?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Children's and Outreach Librarian to join our team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
<h3>About you...</h3>
We are looking for a Children's and Outreach Librarian who…
<ul>
<li>has the skills and drive to support the development of children’s literacy, by promoting and marketing targeted services, and engaging in outreach activities within the local community and within local schools.</li>
<li>can develop and lead a varied programme of events for children, young people and their families.</li>
<li>has excellent skills and knowledge in the use of ICT and digital resources.</li>
<li>is confident in engaging with customers of all ages and talking to groups.</li>
</ul>
<h3>About the team...</h3>
This is an exciting time to join the Bracknell Forest Library Service as we look to develop our libraries into hubs for our communities.
You will join a team focused on delivering our core offers and a wide-ranging events programme, whilst looking for opportunities to expand and improve our services.
Your ‘home’ library will be Bracknell Library, however, you will work across all libraries in our Borough.&nbsp; You must be able to work flexibly and travel between branches. You will also be required to cover events such as school assemblies and Saturday workshops at libraries on an ad hoc basis.
As a rough guide, the hours of work will be approximately as follows:
Week 1
Monday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Tuesday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Wednesday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Thursday 9.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.
Friday 9.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.
Week 2
Monday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Tuesday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Wednesday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Thursday 9.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.
Friday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Week 3
Monday 8.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Tuesday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Wednesday non-working day
Thursday 9.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m.
Friday 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Saturday 9.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To ensure that a varied programme of events for children, young people and their families takes place across the Borough, in line with the Library and Information Service’s strategic vision, and the council’s wider objectives.</li>
<li>To lead on internal engagement and to be a key contact within the organisation with services, such as, education and learning to ensure a joined up organisational approach.</li>
<li>Developing and promoting services to children and young people in all libraries and working in partnership with local schools to raise awareness and increase issues and visits.</li>
<li>Seeking alternative sources of funding e.g., from the Arts Council, and preparing applications for funding.</li>
<li>To represent the Library Service regionally at professional associations, such as ASCEL and the Youth Libraries Group.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;NOT USED FOR CSC ROLES</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interviews will be held on Thursday 21 August
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. The interview process will include leading a children’s Storytime/singing session.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Candidates need to apply completing the standard application form in full. Whilst CVs may be included with an application, the application form will be used to short list candidates.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Sharon Sandford, Library Services Operations Manager
Email: <a href="mailto:ls.management@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">ls.management@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Tel.: 07825208163
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

Bracknell Forest Council

Children's and Outreach Librarian

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>
Are you interested in helping the residents in Brighton &amp; Hove to cycle safely?
Are you a confident and enthusiastic cyclist? Do you enjoy training others? &nbsp;This role could be for you!
The Child Road Safety Training Team are looking for someone to join their existing team to deliver cycle training and maintenance to children and adults in the city. &nbsp;We will consider and fund training for suitable candidates.&nbsp;
<h2>About the role</h2>As a cycle instructor you will deliver National Standards training known as Bikeability to children aged 5 to 15, and to adults. &nbsp;You will also deliver bike maintenance training.&nbsp;You will deliver basic skills, on road and advanced skills training. &nbsp; The sessions are delivered in non-traffic and traffic environments and are delivered throughout the year between 8.30 and 17.00. &nbsp;Additional hours are available, and weekend working may be available.&nbsp;You will need to a good team player, flexible, a good communicator and record keeper. &nbsp;You should have completed your Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training or working towards your Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) qualification. &nbsp;Training may be offered to candidates with relevant experience.&nbsp;You will be:<ul>
<li>
&nbsp;Encouraging and developing safe cycling skills.</li>
<li>Increasing knowledge and understanding of the road and traffic environments.</li>
<li>Giving trainees the confidence to use their cycles on local roads.</li>
<li>Part of a small team</li>
</ul>&nbsp;You will have:<ul>
<li>A willingness to be flexible</li>
<li>An ability to communicate with confidence and patience</li>
<li>An ability to motivate and interact with trainees</li>
<li>An ability to work on your own initiative</li>
<li>An ability to work as part of a small team of instructors</li>
<li>Be able to complete training records for each trainee</li>
</ul>&nbsp;You may work with colleagues from other teams in City Transport and may be expected to assist with other road safety training schemes.&nbsp;&nbsp;We offer great terms and conditions including the Local Government Pension Scheme, excellent training and development, generous annual leave and staff discountsIf you would like to discuss this position further, please email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:emily.tester@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">emily.tester@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and answers to some shortlisting questions. &nbsp;Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process. <h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining.&nbsp;Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Cycle Training Instructor

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Are you interested in helping the residents in Brighton &amp; Hove to cycle safely?Are you a confident and enthusiastic cyclist? Do you enjoy training others? &nbsp;This role could be for you!The Child Road Safety Training Team are looking for casual staff to join their existing team to deliver cycle training and maintenance to children and adults in the city. &nbsp;We will consider and fund training for suitable candidates.&nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>You will need to a good team player, flexible, a good communicator and record keeper. &nbsp;You should have completed your Level 2 Award in Instructing Cycle Training or working towards your Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) qualification. &nbsp;Training may be offered to candidates with relevant experience.You will be:<ul>
<li>Encouraging and developing safe cycling skills.</li>
<li>Increasing knowledge and understanding of the road and traffic environments.</li>
<li>Giving trainees the confidence to use their cycles on local roads.</li>
<li>Part of a small team</li>
</ul>&nbsp;You will have:<ul>
<li>A willingness to be flexible</li>
<li>An ability to communicate with confidence and patience</li>
<li>An ability to motivate and interact with trainees</li>
<li>An ability to work on your own initiative</li>
<li>An ability to work as part of a small team of instructors</li>
<li>Be able to complete training records for each trainee</li>
</ul>You may work with colleagues from other teams in City Transport and may be expected to assist with other road safety training schemes.&nbsp; As a casual cycle instructor you will deliver National Standards training known as Bikeability to children aged 5 to 15, and to adults. &nbsp;You will also deliver bike maintenance training.&nbsp;You will deliver basic skills, on road and advanced skills training. &nbsp; The sessions are delivered in non-traffic and traffic environments and are delivered throughout the year between 8.30 and 17.00. &nbsp;Additional hours are available and weekend working may be available. Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and answers to some shortlisting questions. &nbsp;Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process. <h2>Additional information</h2>
Remote working with occasional attendance in the office&nbsp;– There is the option for the suitable candidate to choose to work mostly from home. Attendance at the office with reasonable notice would be required on occasion. &nbsp;This notice would be subject to local team and service working arrangements. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.
We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining.&nbsp;Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.
For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a>
<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>&nbsp;Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove City Council’s Parking Services have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our Strategy and Contracts Team whilst gaining a <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/data-technician-v1-0" target="_blank">Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship</a> qualification. The team are responsible for analysing and reporting on a large variety of data.You will be supported on the <a href="https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/data-technician-v1-0" target="_blank">Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship</a> so you can develop your skills and apply your learning in the role.&nbsp;There’s lots more information below and in the links, but if you want to have an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Nikki Thomas, Parking Data and Performance Team Leader by email <a href="mailto:nikki.thomas@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">nikki.thomas@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>.If you want to chat to a previous apprentice about their experience, please let us know and we can try and arrange this for you. &nbsp;If you would like to discuss eligibility, please email the Apprenticeship Team on <a href="mailto:apprenticeships@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">apprenticeships@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;Key dates&nbsp;Interview date: TBCProvisional start date: Sept 25<h2>About the role</h2>This exciting opportunity will involve all aspects of being a data technician to provide efficient and effective support to the team.The Data Technician at level 3 is run by Chichester College Group who is responsible for supporting you with your learning and carrying out assessments. The course will be delivered virtually and has a number core modules to complete. Your work experience will be linked to the modules and units in your course and you will have additional learning opportunities in the workplace. You will receive additional support from a nominated mentor, throughout the duration of the Apprenticeship.Apprentices will gain knowledge in all the areas outlined in the apprenticeship standard including cleansing, manipulating and evaluating data, data analysis, tools and techniques to identify patterns, communication and Legal and Regulatory requirements. You will need to be organised and manage your own time, be able to work independently as well as with a range of internal and external customers.The successful applicant will gain invaluable experience in the workplace in applying and putting this learning in practice whilst building and developing relationships with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders and working in a team to meet the requirements of the service.Flexible working is supported where possible. &nbsp;As well as the job-related experience and apprenticeship qualification, you will receive all the benefits and opportunities of being an employee of Brighton &amp; Hove City Council, one of the city’s largest employers. As an Apprentice, you are eligible for an apprentice NUS discount card and can take advantage of the Catch the bus4work scheme and <a href="https://www.buses.co.uk/students" target="_blank">bus travel discounts with Brighton &amp; Hove buses</a>. &nbsp;Apprenticeship duration &nbsp;Your apprenticeship will last c27 months. This may be amended if you have any applicable prior learning. Your contract will end on successful completion of the apprenticeship. &nbsp;Our previous apprentice, Marc, said this about their role: “Completing my apprenticeship was a rewarding and interesting way to learn all about data and how it affects how we run the city”&nbsp;To hear what our other apprentices have to say, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEnB_ZrwiXQ&amp;list=PLkn6wzCIq2ylVhqR0_kyBoX2jicrDuy_N&amp;index=1" target="_blank">watch our apprenticeships video</a>.&nbsp;Entry requirements&nbsp;Please see the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description for the particular requirements of this role.&nbsp;English and Maths Functional Skills - please see Job Description for further information.Please note that if you are successful at interview your application will be shared with the training provider and an informal interview and assessments will take place with them. This is to confirm eligibility prior to an offer being confirmed.&nbsp;Please list your qualifications in the application as this may affect eligibility.&nbsp; Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to complete your education and work history and provide answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance</a>&nbsp;as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process. <h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining.&nbsp;Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">How we create a fair and inclusive workplace</a>.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We are looking to recruit a <a href="https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0964-v1-0?view=standard" target="_blank">Level 4 Apprentice Digital Product Manager</a>. The successful candidate will develop the relevant skills and techniques of developing digital products through working within the Systems Improvement Programme.As part of the team you will be supporting, and learning to eventually lead on, a range of activities designed to help the service to modernise the systems we use so that we can improve both the customer’s experience and improve things for staff too, all intended to align with the council’s Digital Customer Strategy.You will learn to be responsible for managing parts of different digital product life cycles with the support of more senior members of the Systems Improvement Team. &nbsp;You will work collaboratively with other teams and engage with a full range of product stakeholders.There will be many opportunities to contribute your own ideas, develop your own project management skills, and be a part of moving the service forward. &nbsp;You will help the team adapt their business processes to get the best out of new systems as they are implemented, and develop the monitoring needed to ensure we know what’s working and what needs renewed focus.Within the role, you will work with various teams within Parking Services, City Infrastructure, supporting services and IT developers so the work will be varied and interesting.The role will provide ample opportunities to develop all the elements required for success in obtaining your Level 4 Digital Product Manager qualification through the Apprenticeship Scheme.For an informal discussion, please contact Marcus Wroot, Digital Product Manager <a href="mailto:Marcus.wroot@brihgotn-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">Marcus.wroot@brihgotn-hove.gov.uk</a>If you would like to discuss eligibility please contact the Apprenticeship Team &nbsp;<a href="mailto:apprenticeships@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">apprenticeships@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Interviews: w/c 11 AugustProvisional Start Date: Oct 2025 <h2>About the role</h2>We are the Systems Improvement Team within Parking Services at Brighton &amp; Hove City Council. &nbsp;We are responsible for a range of projects intended to improve the online technology used to make parking work better for customers, and to make the service run more efficiently.This apprenticeship training provider is Cambridge Spark who are responsible for supporting you with your learning and carrying out assessments. &nbsp;Delivery will be virtual with a blend of online workshops, study groups and 121 support from a tech expert mentor and a learning success coach. &nbsp;Your role will be linked to the knowledge, skills and behaviours in the apprenticeship standard and once you are competent in all these areas you will take an End Pont Assessment before successfully completing. You will receive support from a nominated mentor, throughout the duration of the apprenticeship.&nbsp;The knowledge you will learn while doing the job includes product design and development, benefits realisation, communication to different stakeholders, problem solving methods, and approaches to planning and prioritising. &nbsp;The skills you will learn include the methodologies appropriate to developing digital products, defining user stories, and how to use various tools to manage products through their lifecycle. &nbsp;The behaviours you’ll learn include a professional approach to overcoming challenges, and maintaining a customer first approach to all your projects. &nbsp;&nbsp;The full list of knowledge, skills and behaviours you’ll learn are included in the ‘Occupational Standard’ part of this page: &nbsp;[<a href="https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0964-v1-0?view=standard" target="_blank">Digital product manager / Skills England</a>].You will also learn elements of AI that are incorporated into the delivery of this training.While learning you will also gain invaluable experience in the workplace in applying and putting this learning in practice. &nbsp; You will build and develop relationships with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders, and work as part of a team that is dedicated to helping the service achieve its modernisation goals, bringing benefits to the organisation and to customers throughout Brighton &amp; Hove.As well as the job related experience and apprenticeship qualification, you will receive all the benefits and opportunities of being an employee of Brighton &amp; Hove City Council, one of the City’s largest employers. As an Apprentice, you are eligible for an apprentice NUS discount card and can take advantage of the Catch the bus4work scheme and bus travel discounts with Brighton &amp; Hove buses. See <a href="https://www.buses.co.uk/students" target="_blank">https://www.buses.co.uk/students</a>The duration of the apprenticeship will be up to 19 months. &nbsp;NB. This may be amended should you have any applicable prior learning and your contract will end on successful completion of the apprenticeshipHear what our other apprentices have to say by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEnB_ZrwiXQ&amp;list=PLkn6wzCIq2ylVhqR0_kyBoX2jicrDuy_N&amp;index=1" target="_blank">watching this video</a>Entry Requirements&nbsp;Please see the Essential Criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description for the particular requirements of this role.English and Maths Functional Skills - please see Job Description for further information.Please note, if you are successful at interview your application will be shared with the training provider and an informal interview and assessments will take place with them to confirm eligibility prior to an offer being confirmedPlease list your qualifications in the application as this may affect eligibility. <h2>Additional information</h2> Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. In order to apply for an apprenticeship, you must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous three years on the first day of the apprenticeship (or this includes EEA for UK or EEA Nationals with pre-settled or Settled Status) or have some other residency eligibility status. Please see Annex A of the latest employer funding rules<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules" target="_blank">: Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK</a>&nbsp; for a full list of residency categories and locationsIf you are resident through a visa, leave to remain or other means please confirm type and that any expiry date covers the duration of the apprenticeship once it is due to start. Those on a student visa or non-UK/non EEA nationals who have been here in the last three years for other educational purposes may not be eligible. For further information regarding apprenticeship eligibility please see Annex A of the latest employer funding rules: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules" target="_blank">Apprenticeship funding rules - GOV.UK</a>.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to complete your education and work history and provide answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance</a>&nbsp;as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">How we create a fair and inclusive workplace</a>.

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Our Schools Traded teams are proud to deliver services across all Public Buildings within in the Borough. Our workforce provides services to Public Buildings day in and day out, making a positive impact on the lives of real people within the community and beyond. The dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce is demonstrated every day and all of our employeesprovide an essential service ensuring working areas are a safe environment for themselves, staff, pupils, and the public. When you start with us you will be joining a trusted, supportive and welcoming team. 
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Employee benefits that make a difference:We have a comprehensive benefits package on offer including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards for you and your family. You can view more details on our careers site, and find out what our employees have to say about how our benefits make a difference to them.
Change to working patterns that work for you: Roles that could offer you the flexible working option or work-life balance you are looking for , including part-time and term-time only roles and you can help change the lives of real people in your community.
How far could a career change take you? Looking to return to work after a break, or make a career change? We’ll help you develop the skills to make change happen with career boosting training and development. Switching to a role at any point in your career at your local council means you could go further than you think. Application support and frequently asked questions are available on our careers site.




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All of our cleaners work individually or as part of a team to complete daily cleaning routines in accordance with health &amp; safety policy &amp; procedure to ensuring safe working practices are always upheld. 
You don't need experience to apply for our cleaning roles as full training will be provided, and we welcome applications from individuals who share our commitment to supporting our communities. 
If you are comfortable and confident in being able to communicate with managers, colleagues, and members of the public in accordance with council policy then we would like to hear from you. 
You can find more details about what the role involves in the attached Job Description.


Equality &amp; Diversity
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. 
The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. 
The council runs a Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Full details are available on our careers site.




 
 
You can review full Job Description and Person Specifications as attachments with this advert.
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. Application support is available on this careers site. 
St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.

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Fixed-term contract and/or secondment opportunity for Ealing Council employees for one year
Are you passionate about helping young people unlock their potential? Do you thrive on building partnerships, organising impactful programmes, and making a real difference in your community?
Ealing council’s Regeneration, Economy and Skills are looking for a dynamic and driven&nbsp;full-time Work Experience Delivery Officer&nbsp;to lead the coordination of borough-wide work experience (WEX) programmes for Year 10 and Year 12 students across Ealing. This is your chance to shape the future workforce by connecting students with meaningful placements that build confidence, skills, and career readiness.
As the Work Experience Delivery Officer you will:
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<li>Partner with schools and employers to deliver high-quality WEX placements</li>
<li>Support vulnerable learners, including those with SEND, to access inclusive opportunities</li>
<li>Lead employer engagement, site visits, and health and safety checks</li>
<li>Deliver engaging prep sessions, employer-led activities, and post-placement debriefs</li>
<li>Be the go-to contact for employers, students, and schools throughout the WEX journey.</li>
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Our ideal Work Experience Delivery Officer&nbsp;will have the below skills and experience:
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<li>Proven experience in coordinating work experience or employability programmes</li>
<li>Excellent communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>Confidence in managing multiple priorities and building strong stakeholder relationships</li>
<li>A proactive, can-do attitude with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion</li>
<li>Familiarity with the Gatsby Benchmarks and local labour market trends.</li>
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Why Join Us?
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<li>Be part of a forward-thinking team in the Regeneration, Economy and Skills department</li>
<li>Make a tangible impact on young people’s lives and career pathways</li>
<li>Work flexibly across the borough with opportunities for professional growth</li>
<li>Help shape a more inclusive, skilled, and resilient future for Ealing.</li>
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You must have the right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.
It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
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Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.
We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.
Please note all applications will be determined on merit.
Ealing council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Ealing follows safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults. The post holder will be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring check.
This post is subject to Ealing Council’s enhanced vetting process.
The position is for a fixed period of 12 months.&nbsp; External applicants will be offered a fixed-term contract and existing Ealing Council employees will be offered the opportunity of a secondment.&nbsp; Ealing Council employees must ensure that a secondment release form is signed by their line manager before applying and emailed to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HRSSC-RecruitmentTeam@ealing.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@ealing.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;by the application closing date.
<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/20868/rp.pdf" target="_blank">Role profile</a>
<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/20869/sec.pdf" target="_blank">Secondment release form</a>
<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/info/201013/jobs/29/working_for_ealing_council/3" target="_blank">Ex-offenders policy</a>

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Work Experience Delivery Officer

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An opportunity has arisen within the Neighbourhoods &amp; Environment Directorate for 2 Catering Assistants to work under the supervision of the Cook and/or Assistant Cook to assist and carry out any instructions given in the preparation, cooking and serving of food, clearing away, washing up, cleaning processes or handling of cash.
Multiple positions are available - please state on your application your preferred location of work.




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BG14020


Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg, Blaina


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BG16331


Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Helyg, Blaina


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The successful candidate must be prepared to work additional hours or at any reasonable time of day as required in order to ensure the smooth running of the catering unit.
The successful candidate will possess a current Food Safety Level II qualification and be willing to undertake any training considered necessary for the post.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.&nbsp; A comprehensive pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure with Child Barred List
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
About us
At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have. &nbsp;We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.
For further information please click here: -
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For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Amanda Baird 07814 645181




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Interview Date:


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Adult and Children’s Financial Services (ACFS) support the delivery of the following Staffordshire County Council priorities:<ul>
<li>To offer support at times of crisis to help people maintain their independence</li>
<li>That people know what to expect from care services, who is eligible and who will pay</li>
<li>There are quality and affordable care services available to meet people’s needs&nbsp;</li>
</ul>ACFS is a pivotal part of the Adult and Children Social Care Pathways, responsible for facilitating and overseeing the payment to providers of Adult and Children’s Social Care and for the collection of client contributions in accordance with Care Act 2014 and local policy. &nbsp;Adult Social Care covers people receiving care in their own house (non-Residential) or people who are living in a care home (Residential).&nbsp;We are looking for dynamic and enthusiastic people to join ACFS as Finance Officers. It is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy, fast paced department.&nbsp;PLEASE NOTE: We have 5 Finance Officer vacancies as noted below:4 x Permanent full-time 37 hours per week.
1 x Fixed term 12-month contract, full-time 37 hours per week (secondment).
Please state in the Supporting Information section of your application which role you are applying for or if you are happy to be considered for either.
This role is hybrid working where you will need to attend our office in Stafford (currently one day a week plus occasional meetings) and more often, working from home.Main Responsibilities This role is principally responsible for the accurate and timely processing of Adult Social Care charges.&nbsp;This involves:<ul>
<li>accurate billing of charges to care recipients</li>
<li>payments to care providers</li>
<li>managing system records</li>
<li>liaising with financial representatives</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate You will:<ul>
<li>have good communication skills and ability to develop effective working relationships.</li>
<li>proactively provide excellent customer service.</li>
<li>have the ability to deliver accurate and timely completion of work.</li>
<li>be competent in using multiple computer systems.</li>
<li>have excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>An understanding of social care and charging would be beneficial but isn’t essential as training will be provided, as well as ongoing support and development.Interviews will be held in person on Monday 18 and Tuesday 19 August 2025 for shortlisted applicants.If you require any further information about this role, please contact Rachel Simms, Senior Finance Officer at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rachel.simms@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.simms@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or Thomas Bishop, Senior Finance Officer at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:thomas.bishop@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">thomas.bishop@staffordshire.g</a><a href="mailto:thomas.bishop@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the roleAbout Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

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Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.
Fixed term contract duration: 23 months
About the Role
The Digital Inclusion Apprentice will support the Combined Authority’s Digital Inclusion Programme, which exists to help residents online and ensure they have the right skills, access and motivation to lead a modern digital life.
This role will work within the Digital Inclusion team and engage with a range of community and voluntary sector organisations, local authority digital inclusion services, key stakeholders and residents to help the uptake of related digital inclusion provision through innovative and community-based participation projects and support.
The Apprentice will be required to undertake the ‘Cultural learning &amp; participation officer’ (CLPO) level 3 apprenticeship standard through the duration of the role. This will be in partnership with the training provider: <a href="https://accessindustry.co.uk/?utm_medium=company_profile&amp;utm_source=trustpilot&amp;utm_campaign=domain_click" target="_blank">Access Industry - Leading Apprenticeship Provider</a>
The CLPO standard is built around planning and delivering community engagement projects using arts, culture, and digital tools. Through this, you will help design and run digital inclusion sessions that are culturally relevant and engaging, use creative methods to reach digitally excluded and hard-to-reach groups, and tailor activities to diverse audiences.
You’ll develop skills in:
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•‍ Community outreach and engagement</li>
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•‍ Inclusive communication and collaboration</li>
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•‍ Project evaluation and reporting</li>
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If you're a person with a genuine interest in helping others, this role offers a unique pathway into a meaningful and rewarding career.
About the person
Are you passionate about tackling digital exclusion and making a difference in the Liverpool City Region?
We’re looking for a motivated and approachable individual with a genuine interest in supporting others, particularly those facing digital exclusion, who will bring excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A team player with a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude, you’ll be flexible, respectful, and action-focused.
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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•‍ Strong communication skills</li>
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Please note that candidates who already hold a qualification at a higher level in a related subject may not be eligible for this apprenticeship, as funding cannot be used to deliver training for knowledge and skills already attained.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion, please note that this role is not on the Home Office List of Occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a>
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 
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•‍ Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
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•‍ 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>
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•‍ 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>
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•‍ Flexible and hybrid working</li>
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•‍ 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
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•‍ Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme</li>
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•‍ Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
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•‍ Bike to Work Scheme</li>
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•‍ 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>
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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.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion, please note that this role is not on the Home Office List of Occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a>

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Digital Inclusion Apprentice

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We’re looking for an experienced and driven Regeneration Project Manager to lead on the planning and delivery of high-profile regeneration and urban renewal projects across Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity to woArk at the heart of our local authority’s ambitions to create sustainable, inclusive growth and deliver much-needed new homes.
We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.
We support hybrid working, it’s important to us that working arrangements are designed to enable our employees to excel and within this role you’ll have the opportunity to work in a way that suits your lifestyle.
About the role: Working within our Housing and Communities service, you’ll play a key role in delivering strategic housing initiatives, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, and managing capital projects from concept through to completion. You’ll engage residents and stakeholders, oversee funding bids, monitor budgets, and ensure projects meet our corporate and housing strategy goals.
What you’ll be doing: • Delivering regeneration and housing projects on time and to budget • Leading community engagement and communications throughout the project lifecycle • Coordinating internal teams and external partners, including developers and Homes England • Managing bids for government funding, including Homes England grants • Preparing detailed reports, business cases, and updates for senior officers and Members • Driving quality, value for money, and community outcomes at every stage
About you: • Proven experience managing complex regeneration or housing projects • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills • Knowledge of procurement, risk management, and funding streams • Excellent project management and budget control capabilities • Politically aware, highly organised, and committed to inclusive regeneration
You’ll need to be educated to degree level (or equivalent experience), with advanced IT and project planning skills, and a clear understanding of the challenges and opportunities within urban regeneration and housing delivery.
You’ll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you’ll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.
Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:
Work Together as one team - work collaboratively, with each other and with our partners, and demonstrate the Team Reading values in everything we do Drive Efficiency - show initiative, be adaptable to change and put forward ideas to help improve delivery and efficiency. Take responsibility for our own learning and development and for reaching our potential Be Ambitious - be demanding of our own performance – striving to be even better – and be prepared to engage with and challenge leaders in a constructive and positive way Make a Difference to Reading - maintain the highest levels of customer service and be flexible and willing to provide the services needed at the time they are needed
Our offer: We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: • Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave • A wide range of flexible working opportunities • Modern working environment at 19 Bennet Road, Reading • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) • On-site day nursery (Kennet Day nursery) rated outstanding by Ofsted • Season Ticket Loan - to help with the cost of your rail/ bus journey, to &amp; from work • Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax
For more information on this position please contact: Victoria Higgins - Strategic Housing Services Manager - <a href="mailto:victoria.higgins@reading.gov.uk" target="_blank">victoria.higgins@reading.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: Sunday 10th August 2025 Interview Date: to be confirmed
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Reading Borough Council

Housing Regeneration Project Manager

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have exciting opportunities for full-time, permanent Revenue Assistants to join our team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
We are looking for individuals who bring an assertive yet tactful approach when dealing with customers, with the ability to understand complex rules and explain them clearly and confidently. You will be a strong team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and a high level of accuracy in your work. You should also feel comfortable using a range of computer systems as part of your day-to-day responsibilities.
<h3>About the team…</h3>
The Revenues department is a small but busy part of the council providing a front-line service to it's residents with a proactive approach. We are a friendly and dedicated Revenues team responsible for the billing, collection and recovery of all local taxes. We work closely with multiple departments within the council, including benefits and housing, to provide a seamless response to customer queries. You will be involved in varied and sometimes challenging work daily.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
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<li>Support the delivery of revenue services with a focus on customer care.</li>
<li>To input and retrieve information from computer systems.</li>
<li>Maintenance of accounts and dealing with debt recovery enquiries.</li>
<li>Continuing drive to encourage customers to self-serve and apply for e-billing.</li>
<li>Adhering to GDPR guidelines while carrying out the duties required.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits…&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply).</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments...</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date&nbsp;</h3>
Interviews will be held on 2nd and 3rd September 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?&nbsp;</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
David Evans - Revenue Services Manager - 01344 352098
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.

Revenue Assistant

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To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply Online” link.
If you are not already on Waverley Borough Council's website for this vacancy, you will be redirected to our website's jobs page.&nbsp; Either click "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page, or at the top left hand side under Waverley Borough Council click either the "Log in" button (if you are already registered) or the "Register" button.
You will be redirected to the JobsGoPublic system, which manages our online recruitment process. Once you have registered with JobsGoPublic (which is free to use) you can log in to your application at any time and keep track of where you are in the recruitment process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you are unable to use this service or would like assistance, please contact us via <a href="mailto:hr@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">hr@waverley.gov.uk</a> or call the Human Resources team on 01483 523388.



An opportunity has arisen within The Housing Services Team for a Planned Works Surveyor
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Do you have experience managing planned maintenance or capital improvement projects in social housing or a similar environment?
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Are you confident acting as a contract administrator—overseeing contractors, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations like Section 20 and CDM?
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Can you provide an example of how you've ensured high-quality standards and resident satisfaction during a major works project?
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Operational Duties &amp; Accountabilities
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This is a key role in delivering high-quality planned maintenance and capital improvement projects that directly impact residents' homes and communities.
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The post involves end-to-end project management—from procurement through to completion—ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. It requires sound knowledge of housing regulations, including Section 20 and CDM, alongside strong collaboration skills to work effectively with contractors, residents, and internal teams.
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The role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful improvements in housing quality while developing and leading successful projects.
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There are many benefits to working at Waverley Borough Council. In particular we are very supportive of flexible and agile working, we provide flexitime, we have generous leave entitlements. We also have a range of learning and development services to support your career goals.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Tracy Morgan - <a href="mailto:Tracy.Morgan@waverley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tracy.Morgan@waverley.gov.uk</a>
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. Strictly no agencies please
Closing date for applications: Friday 8th August 2025
Interview date: Friday 15th August 2025
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://www.waverley.gov.uk/Services/Jobs-at-Waverley/Working-at-Waverley" target="_blank">here</a>
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.

Planned Works Surveyor

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To apply for this role click on the ‘Apply Online’ button below. If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you don’t have an account you will be guided through the set up process.
Access to an account is necessary as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have registered.
Once you have access to your JGP account you will be able to complete the application form in stages, saving and amending it until you are happy to the submit your completed application. You should use the Personal Statement section to demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the role profile attached.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;



Our vision is for all children and young people in Rutland to be happy, safe and successful. They will be supported and empowered to be the best they can be.&nbsp; 
Are you an individual with a desire to work with Children in Care and Care Leavers? Do you have a passion for enabling young people to secure good outcomes?&nbsp; We are looking for an inspiring Team Manager to support and lead our Through Care service.&nbsp; 
You will be overseeing a team of committed individuals&nbsp; and supporting them in delivering high quality support to our children.&nbsp; Do you thrive on advocating for children in care?&nbsp; If so, this could be opportunity you have been looking for……
About you…
To be successful in the role you will need to have:
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<li>Registered with Social Work England</li>
<li>Educated to degree level, a qualified Social Worker</li>
<li>Experience of supporting Social Workers in Children in Need &amp; Child Protection processes</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and national guidance relating to Social Care and Safeguarding procedures</li>
<li>Resource management - management of staff resources, financial management planning and budget monitoring</li>
</ul>
About the role… 
As the Team Manager - Through Care Service,&nbsp; you will lead your team to offer the best support to our children and help deliver positive outcomes for all.&nbsp; Other duties also include:
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<li>Managing care plans</li>
<li>Promoting the welfare of children &amp; families throughout their are journey</li>
<li>To participate in the development of policy and practice to deliver new ways of working</li>
<li>To ensure that statutory functions are effectively discharged and are compliant with national standards and regulations</li>
</ul>
Please note the successful applicant will need to have a driving licence to travel around the county.
The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS and Social Work England Registration are paid by us.
The Team Manager, Through Care interviews will be held face to face on 15 August 2025.Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.
We will review applications and invite those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview immediately. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay. 
To be successful in this role – you may have experience working in the following roles:
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<li>Team management (Team manager or Advanced Practitioner)</li>
<li>Working with children in care and care leaver’s experience</li>
</ul>
Our offer to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be, and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Whilst the base for this post is Oakham, Rutland, the Local Authority offers a hybrid working practice.&nbsp; As well as working from home, we feel it is important that you have the opportunity to spend time in the workplace with your colleagues to help you learn, develop and engage.
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visit <a href="https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk</a> or if you have any queries about this role please contact Ola Olusesi, Service Manager at <a href="mailto:oolusesi@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">oolusesi@rutland.gov.uk</a>
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@rutland.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@rutland.gov.uk</a>
Please be aware that in the event of a high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.
All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.&nbsp; Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.

Rutland County Council

Team Manager - Through Care Service

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Advertisement on behalf of Wirral Council
The Change and Integration Programme is based in Wirral. it is a regional team that works across 9 Cheshire &amp; Merseyside Local Authorities and the Health system on a programme to ensure leaders collaborate to deliver improved services.
This role is the lynchpin of the team supporting and coordinating the programme activities across several workstreams and core functions. It is a mix of administration and project work with opportunities to take on small projects.
There is an expectation to attend an office base at least once a week. The role is fixed term until 30th of June 2026 and salary range is £31.067-£34,314 plus benefits.
For an informal conversation please contact Adele Brough (<a href="mailto:adelebrough@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">adelebrough@wirral.gov.uk</a> ) or Rebecca Brown (<a href="mailto:rebecca.brown@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">rebecca.brown@wirral.gov.uk</a> ).
To apply you will have to do this through this link (you may need to use a different browser and will be asked to set up an account) -<a href="https://ats.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/318173" target="_blank">https://ats.jgp.co.uk/vacancies/318173</a>.

Programme Support Officer - Wirral Council

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Hours:&nbsp;37 Hours per week
Salary:&nbsp;SK9 (£29,931 per annum)
Contract:&nbsp;Fixed term for 12 months
Working with the Arts &amp; Cultural Service Manager the post holder will be responsible for arranging the safe management of a wide range of Council events, either independently or in collaboration with other cultural organisations or delivery partners.
Responsibilities include:
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<li>Delivery of a range of Council events to promote the district and South Kesteven District Council.</li>
<li>Ensuring the events programme is widely advertised and supports the Council’s Corporate objectives.</li>
<li>Liaising with external providers to deliver a range of events and workshops as necessary.</li>
<li>Supporting and assisting in the delivery of a programme of events to support the Council’s Cultural Strategy.</li>
<li>Engaging with a wide range of stakeholders including external organisations, Elected Members and other Council departments.</li>
<li>Maintaining a vibrant and informative presence on all social media channels to promote events within the district.</li>
</ul>
This role is not politically restricted

Events Officer

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.The Employment &amp; Skills Service is part of Coventry City Council.&nbsp; We work with a range of delivery partners to provide a wide portfolio of&nbsp;top quality&nbsp;support to Coventry residents&nbsp;of all ages who are looking for work.&nbsp;&nbsp;We work with partners across the city and our Employer Hub actively works with local employers to generate opportunities for local people.&nbsp;Our friendly and welcoming Job Shop is situated in Coventry City Centre.&nbsp;We are here to support all Coventry residents to search for employment, training, apprenticeships and work placements.&nbsp;&nbsp;People can explore a wide range of local vacancies that are updated daily and access training opportunities.&nbsp;&nbsp;We also provide ground-breaking specialist support for local residents who face multiple and sometimes complex barriers that make it hard for them to find a job. &nbsp;The Job Shop and our exciting range of specialist employment support programmes are among the very best support available in the UK&nbsp;Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
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What is the job role? What is the job role?This is an exciting opportunity to join our growing service area and to make a real difference to the lives of young disabled people by helping them to develop their employment skills and progress into meaningful, sustainable and good quality employment opportunities.&nbsp;The service is part of the Job Shop’s Skills, Employment and Adult Education service. We work in partnership with the Council’s SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) team offering a range of supported internships to ensure our customers have choice and control, good quality support and the opportunity to progress in life through a range of employment pathways. We support individuals with learning disabilities, autism/neurodiverse, physical disabilities and people who face major barriers when it comes to gaining employment.&nbsp;As our Disability Employment Coach, with support from the programme managers you will be leading on a cohort of learners on a Supported Internship programme, based in an employment setting to ensure a successful partnership between the service, the employer and the learners. You will be the on-site employer lead, supporting the&nbsp;Job Coaches to ensure that the young people on our programmes have secure transitions when they leave us. You will ensure our employers receive outstanding support and that any issues are addressed promptly and effectively.You will work as an integrated member of the team alongside our service managers. You will work closely with our existing employer partners, schools, colleges and a wide range of other partners to ensure that the opportunities we develop match the needs of the individuals we support. &nbsp;You will play a key role in ensuring that we provide high-quality, person-centred support for the young people on our programmes and that the service operates in line with the Supported Employment Model.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Who are we looking for? You will be committed to Equality and Inclusion and fundamentally believe that everyone has the right to be part of and contribute to the economy regardless of the challenges they may experience. You will believe that given the right opportunity and support, everyone can achieve, make a positive contribution and have a meaningful and fulfilling life.You will be positive and solution focused with exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire others. You will be and able to develop and sustain strong relationships and utilise these to influence and negotiate opportunities.You will have experience of working with young people. You will thrive on new challenges and be self-motivated with a can-do approach, able to work effectively on your own and as part of a&nbsp;team as well as travel independently to a variety of locations.You will have excellent communications and a good standard of IT skills and be able to effectively negotiate and communicate with a wide range of people both verbally and in writing.This programme runs during the term time and therefore a commitment to the service delivery is expected. Annual leave during term time will be considered on an individual basis to ensure that we can deliver the service for our SEND communities.&nbsp;We are happy to consider a job share or similar providing the working hours meet the needs of the service.For further information or to discuss the role please contact Supported Employment Manager Hannah Rogers:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">hannah.rogers@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;(available from 11 August) or Michael Binch Supported Internship Coordinator: <a href="mailto:Michael.Binch@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Michael.Binch@coventry.gov.uk</a>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.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>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date(s): We will be shortlisting between 11-13 August. Interviews will be a short presentation and a panel interview. and will take place at Southfields Old School, South Street, Coventry CV1 5EJ on Wednesday 20 and Thursday 21 August 2025.About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant, and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Disability Employment Coach - SEND

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We have an opportunity for a Business Support Officer - PA to Social Worker, working within the Fostering Business Support Service.  &nbsp;This is a full-time 37-hour permanent position. We are looking for someone to provide a high level of business support administration to our Fostering Teams. &nbsp;The hours of work are Monday-Thursday 8.30-17.00 and Friday 8.30-16.30. &nbsp;Business Support is key to the success of our Fostering Services, our Business Support teams are there, making sure things run smoothly, so that our frontline colleagues can deliver for our foster families.&nbsp;The post holder will be predominantly office based, although some hybrid working is arranged on a rota basis dependant on the demands of the service.  &nbsp;Main Responsibilities The successful candidate will provide core business functions in addition to working closely with their team including the team manager and social workers. &nbsp;You will need full knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and the ability to utilise the main applications. You’ll also chase workers for paperwork to make sure work is completed to the required deadlines.&nbsp;A part of this role is inputting data in our database, sharing data and helping to ensure the data base is up to date and ensuring its accurate by cleansing data as and when needed.&nbsp;Minute taking experience would be advantageous.In addition you will assist the wider more generic office functions to support the delivery of all business support services.  &nbsp;The Ideal Candidate Working in Business Support requires teamwork, good organisational skills and a good level of competency using IT systems. You’ll also need:&nbsp;• NVQ Level III in Business Administration or equivalent.&nbsp;• Good communication skills because you’ll interact with lots of people across the organisation and externally through phone, in person and email.&nbsp;• Good organisation skills and attention to detail, as you’ll be keeping data updated and you’ll be working to deadlines.&nbsp;• A flexible approach to work as sometimes things can change, and so you’ll need to be able to prioritise work and change tasks quickly.&nbsp;• Be able to demonstrate 2 years work place administration experience&nbsp;• A passion to always give the best service.&nbsp;“We’re happy to talk flexible working” We aim to hold Interviews during the week starting 25 August 2025.&nbsp;Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact Anna Elkin, Team Leader at: <a href="mailto:anna.elkin@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">anna.elkin@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Business Support Officer

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 We are a Traded Service providing expert advice, support, and training to a diverse range of council services, maintained and academy schools, as well as external customers across Staffordshire and the wider West Midlands area. Our commitment to high standards of customer care ensures that our customers can effectively manage and protect the health, safety, and wellbeing of colleagues, service users, pupils, and others.As one of the Admin Support Officers, you will be an integral part of our Administration Support Team.&nbsp;We are looking for a highly organised and pro active individual to join our team to ensure effective service delivery and efficient customer outcomes.If you are detail-orientated, have excellent organisational skills and are passionate about customer service, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities Your main responsibilities will include:<ul>
<li>Develop, implement, and monitor processes to support service delivery and outcomes.</li>
<li>Manage contracts, agreements, and wellbeing initiatives to ensure value and efficiency.</li>
<li>Support project delivery, including health and safety systems and new initiatives.</li>
<li>Handle financial transactions and provide general administrative support.</li>
<li>Oversee systems such as Orbis Lone Working and coordinate training logistics.</li>
<li>Maintain confidential records, ensure data protection compliance, and support FOI requests.</li>
<li>Produce statistical analysis and management information to inform decision-making.</li>
</ul>The Ideal Candidate Ideally for this role you'll:<ul>
<li>Have NVQ Level 2 in Business &amp; Finance, Administration, or equivalent qualification.</li>
<li>Be highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage time effectively under pressure.</li>
<li>Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Be proficient in using computer-based and financial information systems.</li>
<li>Able to demonstrate a strong customer service ethos and ability to work independently.</li>
<li>Be experienced in handling confidential information and managing workloads to meet deadlines.</li>
</ul>We are happy to talk flexible working.Interviews will be held week commencing 18th August 2025.Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications, for an informal chat about the role please contact the team at <a href="mailto:hswadmin@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">hswadmin@staffordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; <a href="mailto:kerris.jones@staffordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council:Our Values:The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.&nbsp;Our benefits:We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.&nbsp;In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a>Our recruitment process:As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communitiesAs part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold&nbsp;Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your&nbsp;application meets the minimum criteria for the post.&nbsp;

Administrative Support Officer

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Join Our Dynamic Canterbury Social Work Service as a Senior Practitioner!
Are you an experienced social worker looking to take the next step in your career? Our Canterbury Social Work Service, based at our Local Office in Whitstable, is seeking a dedicated and passionate Senior Practitioner to join our team.
We pride ourselves on being an experienced and supportive service with 5 dedicated teams working collaboratively to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in leading and mentoring our talented social workers, ensuring the highest standards of practice and care.
Why Join Us?
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Supportive Environment:&nbsp;Our teams are known for their strong support network and collaborative spirit. You'll be joining a community that values teamwork and mutual support.</li>
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Professional Development:&nbsp;We are committed to your growth and development. You'll have access to a wide range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li>
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Impactful Work:&nbsp;Make a real difference in the lives of children and families in our community. Your expertise and dedication will help shape the future of social work in Canterbury.</li>
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If you are passionate about social work and ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and supportive environment, we want to hear from you. Join us at Canterbury Social Work Service and be part of a team that is making a positive impact every day.
About you
Professionally registered with a degree in social work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent – registered as a social worker with Social Work England -&nbsp;you will have a variety of post-qualification experience of working with children and families.&nbsp;Your experience should cover systemic practice, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks.
Along with a willingness to learn and develop as a practitioner, being a team player is essential in any social work team. You will build relationships with colleagues, as well as statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies.
If you share this vision of excellent Social Work practice, we want to hear from you.
Rewards
In return for helping us achieve our aims, there is a strong commitment to supporting your professional development. As a qualified Social Worker we know that you want to make a difference and working at Kent County Council you will be given every support and opportunity to do so.
We offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance with flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on health and well-being.
About us
The right team
Doing the best for the children of Kent is a team effort and we’ve worked hard to create a culture that fosters excellence and collaboration – a place where social workers are empowered to be creative, share ideas and advice.
The right team needs the right managers. Ours have a well-deserved reputation for being supportive through regular, quality supervision.&nbsp;We also have a number of credible expert practitioners to learn from and you will find them approachable and keen to help. Sharing knowledge is part of who we are. Together, our teams deliver strengthened services and improved outcomes for children.
An integral part of re-thinking the way we work remotely is support for YOU going forward. Here you'll find the assistance, guidance and training available for all colleagues and managers to enable you to make flexible working work for you, your team and your service.
The right time
There has never been a better time to join us. We have invested in every area of our service including the careers of outstanding people who share our commitment to improving young lives in Kent.
The right place
We are proud of our Ofsted rating of outstanding and we are continuing to develop excellent services and ensure ‘Children are at the centre of Kent County Council’s culture and practice’ (Ofsted 2022.) As one of the largest Children’s Social Work Service in the country, we offer a comprehensive learning and development framework in Kent. And because one size doesn’t fit all, we offer opportunities that can be tailored to individual, and team needs.
We can offer a wide variety of work that you are unlikely to find elsewhere. Kent is a large and diverse county, offering a broad range of opportunities to support children and young people from all backgrounds and circumstances. You will be able to work across a range of locations and environments, and to be seconded to or move to other teams.&nbsp;
We place great importance on professional development that enables you to&nbsp;grow your skills and knowledge to&nbsp;manage a varied caseload. There will be new challenges and opportunities with case work and as part of the wider organisation, e.g. developing specialist links with partner agencies and representing Children’s Services in court.
Acting as a role model and mentor to less experienced colleagues, you will contribute to training initiatives, and, proactively maintaining your awareness of changes in child development theories, legislation, policies and practices, you will share your knowledge and uphold high standards of social work.
Benefits
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<li>A competitive starting salary, including an annual market premium payment of up to £5,000 - subject to eligibility.</li>
<li>A supportive team working environment with regular supervision.</li>
<li>Access to a wide range of formal and informal CPD activities underpinned by a performance appraisal scheme and career progression pathway.</li>
<li>An annual appraisal linking your learning and development needs.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance.</li>
<li>Local Government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Access to smarter working / flexible working.</li>
<li>Relocation Package.</li>
<li>You will also have a range of professional development opportunities including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression.&nbsp;</li>
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Transport
Whilst we foster a hybrid working approach, the role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency.&nbsp;
This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
Eligibility
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Please do not re-apply if you have been interviewed for this post in the last six months.


Contact Details: To find out more about the role please get in touch today by emailing Jadie Coleman-White on <a href="mailto:Jadie.Coleman-White@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jadie.Coleman-White@kent.gov.uk</a>

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North Kent Children In Care Service have an opportunity for a Senior Practitioner to join their Dartford Team. The role is based at The Willows, Swanley, and supports the Dartford area in North Kent.
Do you want to work in an Outstanding Local Authority? Ofsted have awarded Kent with an Outstanding rating in recognition of the service we provide to our children.
We are now looking for experienced Social Worker who can lend their skills and experience to help us build on our successes. We have a vacancy within North Kent Children Care Service for a Senior Practitioner. The successful candidate will be welcomed into one of our 5 Teams and will be based at The Willows in Swanley. &nbsp;
About the area
The Children in Care Service cover the whole of North Kent, supporting the areas of Dartford, Gravesham and Swale and is a mix of urban and rural communities. Therefore, you will be required to work across the operational area of North Kent.
About the Role
Kent embraces blended working, with scope for a combination of working from home and office. You will be working with a supportive established management team, with good quality supervision, and have excellent opportunities for professional development to manage a varied and complex caseload working with children in care.&nbsp;
You’ll develop areas of specialist practice and bring your professional expertise to a range of cases including of complex cases.
As a role model for good practice and champion for your area of expertise, you’ll set performance expectations, striking a balance between support and oversight. As well as coaching and mentoring less experienced staff, you’ll have the opportunity to act as a Practice Assessor for ASYE and student social workers.
You’ll share your knowledge and experience with the team in a number of ways, including, joint visits, court attendance, case audits and reviews, you will have opportunities to contribute to working groups and multi-agency forums to support the development of new initiatives.
About you
Professionally registered with a degree in social work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent – you’ll have a variety of post-qualification experience of working with children and families. This should cover systemic practice, and you will need an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks. We’re also looking for the willingness to develop as a practitioner.
Being a team player is essential in any social work team, and you’ll act as a role model and mentor to less experienced colleagues, contributing to training initiatives. The ability to build relationships with colleagues as well as statutory, voluntary, and private sector agencies, will be key.&nbsp;
Rewards
In return, we offer an attractive benefits package, a competitive salary and a range of professional development opportunities including the exciting social care academy and routes for progression.
We are also committed to ensuring you achieve a healthy work life balance with flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on health and well-being.
Transport
The role requires you to be mobile throughout a wide operational area including travelling around the county of Kent and beyond to transport children and their belongings and be available to do so in an emergency.
This role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Salary is dependent on experience and progression through the career grade is based on the fulfilment of required capabilities. Applicants must be able to evidence that they have successfully progressed to the required competency level via a recognised career progression pathway when they submit their application.


Contact Details If you require any more information regarding the role, location and responsibilities, please contact:
Kerry Larkin - <a href="mailto:Kerry.Larkin@kent.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kerry.Larkin@kent.gov.uk</a>

Senior Practitioner - North Kent Children In Care Service

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We are recruiting a Community Senior Practitioner&nbsp;with a range of different skills and experience.
Within the West Kent Area we currently have a vacancy in the Tunbridge Wells locality.&nbsp;
We operate in a hybrid model of office-based working and working from home to meet the needs of the service.&nbsp;
£3000 Golden Hello payment to all new joiners (subject to criteria) and service related payments following continuous service.&nbsp;
About Us
This is an exciting opportunity to join our community team in Kent as we enhance our locality working practice and put the person and good practice at the heart of what we do.
We work with adults with a range of care and support needs placing individuals at the centre of their support. You will undertake work of varying levels of complexity including, Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) Assessments, Court of Protection applications and s42 safeguarding enquiries.
Our social care interventions are structured around the three pillars of excellent practice, exceptional innovation, and meaningful measures. Therefore, our work is orientated around building relationships with the individual their families and carers. We engage with communities early on to help people feel empowered to find trusted help and support locally from a range of sources.
&nbsp;About You
We welcome applications from experienced Social Workers who can demonstrate post-qualification experience in Social Services, Health related agencies or related private or voluntary organisation.&nbsp;
You will hold a registration with Social Work England and be competent to work at the Advanced Practitioner level of the Professional Capabilities Framework for Registered Practitioners.
You will have experience of managing risk and completing safeguarding enquiries
&nbsp;You will be able to demonstrate expertise in the supervision and development of staff, including performance management&nbsp;
We are looking for future employees who have a positive, forward-thinking attitude. Using strengths-based practice with individuals which is built around their desired outcomes and goals. Our teams are imaginative, locally focused and flexible and we are searching for registered practitioners with a like minded approach, working collaboratively as part of a team.&nbsp;
You will hold a Full UK Driving License – The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.
Our Support Offer
In return, we offer an attractive benefits package and a commitment to ensuring that you achieve a healthy work life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements that meet business need.
We offer generous market premium payments (subject to eligibility). You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance and the local government pension&nbsp;scheme.
You will have excellent opportunities for professional development with access to our social care academy, progression routes and our newly launched practice framework.
We will support you to consolidate your skills and knowledge, assisting you to develop areas of specialist practice development such as Approved Mental Health Professional Training, Best Interest Assessor Training and Practice Educator training.
You will receive regular professional supervision and have the opportunity to critically reflect on your practice. You will be supported to develop your practice and progress your career.&nbsp;
We are increasingly accessible to the public outside of traditional office hours, as we&nbsp;move towards an 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week service to ensure service needs&nbsp;are met.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
We also welcome applications from experienced registered Nurses and Occupational Therapists with relevant experience into our Community Senior Practitioner roles. &nbsp;If you hold a registration with a professional body (Social Work England, HCPC, Nursing and Midwifery Council) and would like to know more about these opportunities please contact please contact Cheryl Quinnell on 03000 415508 who will arrange for someone to contact you.


Contact Details For more information about the role, please contact Cheryl Quinnell on 03000 415508 and a member of the team will respond appropriately.

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