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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/3625/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025__1_.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025__1_</a></li>
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We are seeking an experienced Head of Service to lead our dedicated workforce in providing exceptional support to adults within Bracknell Forest Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
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>
You will have senior leadership experience and a strong commitment to delivering our CQC improvement plan, ensuring that Adult Social Care maintains its "Good" CQC rating while further embedding the Target Operating Model.
Essential skills for this position include effective budget management and performance data analysis, along with experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams and collaborating with partners across the health and social care footprint. You will be expected to model the council’s values and behaviours in all you do: Inclusive, Ambitious, Always Learning.
Working closely with the Assistant Director for Adult Social Care, you will oversee: The Hub; The Early Intervention and Prevention Team; The Reablement and Intermediate Care Team; Hospital Team; Adult Community Team; Sensory Needs and Blue Badges.
<h3>About the team ...</h3>
Our Adult Social Care service is composed of highly professional and supportive multidisciplinary teams.&nbsp; We have a “can do” and “no wrong door” ethos.&nbsp; Our social care teams work together as one service and go the extra mile to ensure our residents have the right support.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We work in close partnership with health, housing and other key partners to ensure individuals receive the support they need to achieve their desired outcomes.&nbsp;
We also hold regular multidisciplinary forums, ensuring our residents have easy access to health and social care services that work together to provide coordinated, holistic support when it is needed most.
We understand the demands of working in Adult Social Care, therefore we are committed to ensuring our staff feel supported. We have a strong focus on supporting our staff to learn, grow and develop to achieve their potential. We listen to our social care staff about the best way to deliver our services and encourage feedback and suggestions on how we can do things better together.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilites ...</h3>
<ul>
<li>You will work in a senior leadership capacity with the People Directorate to lead on and manage a multi-disciplinary team of health and social care practitioners.</li>
<li>You will deliver social care and Care Quality Commission regulated reablement services for older people and adults with long term conditions. As well as leading adult social care teams through the assurance process and continual improvement of services.</li>
<li>You will also support the Assistant Director of Adult Social Care Operations in formulating the strategic direction, priorities and plans for the service in line with service and corporate responsibilities.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Our benefits ...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration</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 ...&nbsp;</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 8th and 9th October 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.&nbsp;
As part of the interview process, you will be required to give a 15 minute presentation to the interview panel.&nbsp; Details to be advised.
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.
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Tony Dwyer, Assistant Director: Adult Social Care Operations, 01344 352787
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.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.

Bracknell Forest Council

Head of Service: Hub, Early Intervention and Prevention, Adult Community Team

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/3394/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025__1_.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025__1_</a></li>
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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have a great opportunity for aSocial Worker&nbsp;on a full&nbsp;time, permanent basis.
<h3>About you...</h3>
Are you a qualified social worker who is passionate about supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism?&nbsp;
We are looking for a qualified social worker who is a dedicated and compassionate professional and shares our commitment to empowering adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism. If you are organised, creative and an excellent communicator, we’d love to hear from you!&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Our Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD) and Autism is a supportive and collaborative team built on compassion, inclusion and excellence.&nbsp;
We work closely together, sharing knowledge and encouraging one another to provide the best outcomes for the people we support. At Bracknell Forest, you will be valued as part of a team that looks out for each other, with regular supervision, quality training and opportunities to grow your skills and follow areas of interest.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
You will hold a case load of people with Learning Disabilities and Autism and will be required to fulfil statutory duties on behalf of the service. The post involves assessment, support planning and review, direct work with people who have a Learning Disability and or Autism as well as general case management duties.&nbsp;
You will be provided with a laptop and a mobile phone to enable remote working.&nbsp;
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 days and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle leasing scheme (terms and conditions apply).&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with linked life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA.</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&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values&nbsp;</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&nbsp;<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 to be arranged via mutual agreement.
Interviews will be held at our offices in Bracknell, giving you the opportunity to meet the team and see 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.
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Claire Curd - Assistant Community Services Manager -&nbsp;Tel: 01344 354466
or&nbsp;
Nakita Baptiste - Assistant Community Services Manager -&nbsp;Tel: 01344 354466
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.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
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.&nbsp;
No agencies please. &nbsp;

Social Worker - CTPLD Adult Social Care

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</ul>

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



We have a part-time, permanent opportunity for a cook in our short break children's home at Larchwood. At Larchwood, we provide short break overnight respite care for children and young people with severe and complex needs.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You will be a team player who is enthusiastic about supporting the team to provide the highest quality of care to our children and young people through the preparation of meals that meet the children and young people’s individual needs.&nbsp;
We are looking for someone with a minimum of Level 2 Hygiene qualification and previous experience of working within the catering sector. You will also have understanding of the routine cleaning and maintaining that are required for food preparation. An understanding of and commitment to the requirements of safeguarding children and young people and promoting their welfare is also required.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Working at Larchwood is both fun and challenging. You will be surrounded by a team who care passionately about the work we do and who equally recognise the importance of being supportive to each other.
The children and young people are all unique and require individualised care. Staff strive for excellence and ensure that the care provided is responsive to the children and young people’s views, wishes and feelings.&nbsp;
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>Preparing home-cooked meals in accordance with the requirements of relevant legislation</li>
<li>Ensuring individual dietary needs are understood and catered for</li>
<li>Being aware of allergens within foods and ensuring safety when preparing and cooking meals</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;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply).</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
</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>
Interview date will be confirmed.&nbsp;
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Clare Turner, Unit Manager, 01344 452315.
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;

Cook - Larchwood

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/3184/Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025.pdf" target="_blank">Candidate_Pack_-_People_Directorate_-_Sept_2025</a></li>
</ul>

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker in our Duty and Assessment team, on full-time, permanent basis.&nbsp;
If you are passionate about supporting families in making positive changes and share our commitment to helping to keep more children safely at home with their families, then this could be the role for you.
To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/SBqihNKEzBo" target="_blank">at our workforce video</a>.
<h3>About you...</h3>
You must have a current Social Work England registration and at least three years post qualifying experience within Children’s Social Care that includes child protection. To succeed in this role, you will have an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds. Strong experience in multi-agency working, along with excellent skills in assessment, analysis and recording, as well as the confidence to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and lead in complex situations, are also essential for this role.
You will role model and champion good social work practice, are able to evidence relevant continued professional development and will support others in sharing your knowledge and experience to contribute to our inclusive culture.
<h3>About the team...</h3>
The Duty and Assessment team acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out short term work. Working alongside and directly with children, young people, and their families.
We are a small, welcoming, and friendly local authority. Our leadership team knows that it is essential for social workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best practitioners they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging.
We are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council,&nbsp;“Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high quality service”
Inspectors concluded that social workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.
In&nbsp;November 2023&nbsp;our Ofsted monitoring visit highlighted:
<ul>
<li>Social workers receive regular supervision from their managers</li>
<li>Caseloads are manageable and allow workers to have time to spend with children</li>
<li>Social workers are very positive about working in Bracknell Forest</li>
<li>Staff feel valued and that they can progress in their social work career. They feel well supported by managers and leaders</li>
</ul>
Everything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.
Because we’re Bracknell Forest: a great place to learn and develop your practice.
You can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/childrens-social-care-jobs" target="_blank">Children's social care jobs | Bracknell Forest Council</a>
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>
<ul>
<li>To carry out needs led child focused assessments which include outcome focused plans.</li>
<li>To work alongside other professionals and partner agencies in assessing children in need and undertake child protection enquiries.</li>
<li>To be the allocated Social Worker for duty caseload of single assessments under S17 and S47 investigations, with some short-term work.</li>
<li>To take part in the duty system responding to child protection concerns.</li>
<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>
<li>To participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies.</li>
</ul>
We use the Family Safeguarding Model in our approach to collaborate with families to keep them together, where it is safe to do so, supported by Motivational Interviewing (MI). This approach empowers families, children, and young people, enabling parents to make positive changes that lead to improved outcomes for their children and enhance their own wellbeing.
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
<ul>
<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Paid employee volunteering scheme.</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.</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 10th October.&nbsp;
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;
Donna Barber, Team Manager, <a href="mailto:Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Donna.barber@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
or Helen Gore, Principal Social Worker, <a href="mailto:Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.gore@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
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.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
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;

Senior Social Worker - Duty and Assessment

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SEND ASSISTANT CASE OFFICER £38,256&nbsp;to £39,276pa Permanent – full time Hybrid – Newham Dockside Deadline for applications: 21/09/2025&nbsp;23:59&nbsp; JOIN US TO BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM At Newham we are ambitious for our children and young people with additional needs. Our aim is to make Newham the best place for all to live, learn and thrive; building on our historic ethos of inclusion and putting children and families at the heart of everything we do. We’re determined and driven towards creating a centre of practice excellence supporting children and young people with SEND, where no child is left behind. Newham is a diverse borough and we are committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking concerted, meaningful and intentional action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place to live, learn and work.&nbsp; Newham children need support from colleagues who: <ul>
<li>Are child centred and knowledgeable about issues affecting children with additional needs.</li> <li>Empathetic in their thinking, and towards our families.</li> <li>Driven and determined to improve quality of life for children and families.</li> <li>Focused on inclusivity and providing opportunities for children and young people with SEND.</li> <li>Value diversity and the future; we are one of London’s youngest, most diverse Boroughs – and proud!</li> </ul> Does this sound like you?&nbsp;Apply now and be part of our progress. ABOUT THE JOB The post holder is responsible for supporting the effective administration under the Education Act 1996 and Children and Families Act 2014 of the statutory assessment of children and young people’s special educational needs, including their subsequent placement, monitoring and annual review. Assistant Case Officer within the SEND team aid in the development and delivery and review of planning, performance, commissioning services for children, young people, their families and carers so that overall costs are reduced but the life chances of children and young people are maximised in line with the SEND Code of Practice and Children and Families Act 2014.&nbsp; ACOs also manage the efficient operation of administration of caseloads to ensure the delivery of high quality, fully integrated services to children, young people and their families in line&nbsp;with the requirements of national legislation and guidance To find out more please view the job description here <a href="https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/8428/send-assistant-case-officer&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/8428/send-assistant-case-offic…</a>; ABOUT YOU Candidates must meet the following criteria to be shortlisted: <ul>
<li>Knowledge and experience of the work of a local authority SEND service, and the impact SEND has on children and families.</li> <li>Strong administrative skills, proven by a work history in local authority administration.</li> <li>Experience and competency in assessment of children and young people with SEND, resulting in the planning, delivery and management of focused interventions and plans.</li> <li>Good knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the statutory timelines</li> <li>Experience of working with multidisciplinary teams</li> <li>Experience of working in SEND or services linked to children, young people and families</li> <li>Experience of interacting with service users in a polite and courteous way</li> </ul> TO APPLY Please submit a CV and supporting statement through our recruitment portal. The supporting statement should demonstrate how you meet the relevant requirements listed above and in the person specification. Please view JD here Closing date:&nbsp;21/9/2025&nbsp;at 23:59 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

SEND Assistant Case Officer

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Please complete the attached application form or contact the school for further details.
Please note employment is with Circle Trust and not Bracknell Forest Council
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo screening appropriate to the post. This will include an enhanced DBS check.
Application form Please complete The Circle Trust application form. This is the only form that will be accepted. You should ensure that your personal statement is no more than two pages of A4 and that it reflects your&nbsp; suitability in terms of the Person Specification
References We require two references from all candidates, one of which must be from your most recent employer. If any references relate to employment at a school/college, your referee must be the Headteacher/Principal. If you are short-listed, the school will contact your referees without further reference to you.
Equal opportunities monitoring form We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing a workforce that reflects at all grades the diverse communities that we serve. It is vital that we monitor and analyse diversity information so that we can ensure that our HR processes are fair and transparent.&nbsp; Any information provided on this form will be treated as strictly confidential, will not be seen by staff directly involved in the appointment and no information will be published or used in any way which allows any individual to be identified. The completion of this equal opportunities monitoring form is entirely voluntary. However, it will assist us in carrying out this monitoring. We would therefore be grateful if you would complete the questions on this form. Prior to shortlisting this information will be removed from your application form and used only to provide data for statistical purposes.&nbsp;
Offer of employment We will make a verbal offer of employment to the successful candidate by telephone. This will be followed up by a written offer which will be emailed or posted. Any offer is made subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance and other safeguarding checks as required
Checks If you attend an interview, you will be required to bring photographic identification, proof of the right to work in the UK and proof of qualifications

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Are you a passionate educator ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? We’re seeking a dynamic and inspiring Deputy Headteacher to join our inclusive school—where children flourish, staff are valued, and the pursuit of excellence is at the heart of everything we do.
 This is an exciting time to join Owlsmoor Primary School. We have recently joined a highly respected local Multi Academy Trust, The Circle Trust - offering new opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. If you're ready to help shape the next phase of our journey, this is your chance to make a real impact
Why join us?: • A nurturing, close-knit school community where staff wellbeing is a priority • A calm, respectful environment where pupils are polite and engaged • Strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families • A Headteacher who ensures manageable workloads and high staff morale • A culture of continuous improvement and professional development • Exceptional mentoring and tailored leadership coaching • Opportunities to collaborate
As Deputy Headteacher you will: • Inspire, challenge, and empower staff and pupils alike • Be a role model and lead by example with energy and ambition • Build strong relationships with children, staff, parents, and stakeholders • Champion high standards in teaching, learning, and assessment • Deliver a rich, engaging curriculum that prepares children for a changing world • Be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion for education
If you're ready to lead with purpose and be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to&nbsp; hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged between 8th-18th September 2025
Please contact Mel Knight – The Circle Trust Operations Manager - <a href="mailto:mknight@thecircletrust.co.uk" target="_blank">mknight@thecircletrust.co.uk</a> tel. 0118 338 1961
Applications can be made via the application form on our school website or attached
Interview date: 23rd September 2025

Deputy Headteacher

Are you a dedicated and experienced social worker passionate about championing practice? We are now looking for passionate Senior Practitioners who can commit to making a difference to our children in Medway.As a Senior Practitioner you will hold a caseload of complex cases whilst supporting the Team Manager, alongside the Assistant Team Manager, in delivering high quality standards of social work to the children open for assessment, intervention, and support. You will support the leadership of the team and service through the provision of mentoring, coaching, support and practice expertise to other less experienced team members, supporting them in their professional development and progression. If you are passionate about an area of practice, we will support you to continue to develop in this area, become a champion and share your expertise with colleagues across Medway Children’s Services.Children matter in Medway, and so do you. It’s an exciting time to join us as we offer competitive pay and conditions and hybrid working. We are committed to helping you to grow and develop throughout your career and reach your full potential. Our practice development offer, whether you are a manager or practitioner, ensures you will be guided, supported and cared for.Whether you are an experienced social worker looking for the next step in your career or an existing senior practitioner we’d like to hear from you. You will be joining an experienced and dedicated social work team who have relationship and strengths-based work with children and families at the core of their practice.Join us and #Make a Difference…<h4>Our Offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including:<ul><li>A market allowance of £6,000 per annum (payable in 12 equal instalments)</li><li>A retention payment of £3,000 per annum (payable in April, following 1 years service in Medway)</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to professional development and support including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style</li></ul><h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification eg. Degree in Social Work, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE </li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul>For further information on the qualifications, skills and experience required, please refer to the Job Profile and Person Specification.<h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. <h4>Important Information</h4><ul><li>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</li><li>This position is subject to an Enhanced Children’s DBS Check.</li></ul><h4> </h4><h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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This is Medway

Senior Practitioner - Children in Care

Join Us in Making a Difference – Be the Link That Helps Find a Place Called Home We’re on the lookout for a driven, positive, and passionate individual to step into an exciting new role that plays a vital part in delivering Medway’s Sufficiency Strategy for Children in Care. Based within our dynamic Children’s Services ,Commissioning and Placements Team, this position acts as a central bridge between strategic commissioning and operational social care teams , a role where your impact will truly matter. We’re seeking someone who brings not just experience, but creativity, energy, and a solution focused mindset. You’ll need to be highly organised, a natural relationship builder, and confident working across both internal teams and external partners to improve outcomes for children and young people. Ideally, you’ll bring experience from within Children’s Services or the Provider market, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. Applications from social care professionals are warmly welcomed. Most importantly, you’ll share our commitment to finding the right homes for our children and developing high quality, person centred care and placement options. You’ll be joining a high performing team with a strong, supportive culture where people feel valued and inspired in their work. This is more than a job – it’s a chance to help shape better futures. Are you ready to make your mark? If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, Please contact : Danny Mateer - Access to Resources Manager - 07800504416 John Taylor - Service Manager – Commissioning and Placements - 07970351920 <h4>In return we offer you</h4><ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>Hybrid working style - can work from home or in the office</li></ul><h4> Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Wording for open recruitment (against any level in the CPF): Commissioning are seeking to appoint a Placements Officer. You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role. You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C. You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. <h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.If you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation/correspondence in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Resourcing Team on 01634 332878.





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Placement Officer

The Government is clear that unitary authorities are the future of local government, and we couldn’t agree more. With more than 20 years’ experience providing all local authority services, Medway has a strong track record of delivering for our residents, businesses and visitors. Join us as Chief Finance Officer and drive the financial strategy of one of the South East’s most bold, ambitious and forward-thinking unitary authorities. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (Section 151 Officer), you will have overall strategic leadership and responsibility for the Council’s strategic and operational finance functions, the collection of revenues, provision of welfare and benefit services and the recovery of debt.This role has a broad strategic remit spanning across the Council, including responsibility for: <ul><li>Strategic Planning: Direct, oversee and report on the council’s budget, treasury management and other financial monitoring processes.</li><li>Project management: Lead a significant element of the Council's Financial Improvement and Transformation (FIT) Plan, ensuring timely delivery and achievement of objectives to deliver highly effective and efficient statutory and operational functions in a cost-effective way.</li><li>Preparing reports: Produce comprehensive strategy papers and monitoring reports, to support the Corporate Management Team, Cabinet and Council in making decisions and facilitate effective scrutiny by committees.</li><li>Stakeholder engagement: Collaborate with the full range of internal stakeholders, including Members, Corporate Management Team and other senior managers.</li><li>Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with external bodies and peer groups.</li></ul>The person we are looking for: A highly motivated, experienced and qualified finance leader. A strategic thinker and first-rate communicator, who will thrive and motivate teams in a fast-paced and evolving environment and through periods of pressure. Organised and resilient, with a strong track record of delivering on key projects and implementing change. Interested? For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Phil Watts, Chief Operating Officer, at 01634 334411.In return we offer you: <ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li><li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li><li>Flexible working scheme</li><li>Travel plan discounts</li><li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker </li><li>Access to CAREFIRST advice &amp; counselling service</li><li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li><li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></li></ul>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency. Our declaration fits into our <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan" target="_blank">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. Our organisation: Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx" target="_blank">education</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx" target="_blank">environment</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx" target="_blank">social care</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx" target="_blank">housing</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx" target="_blank">planning</a>, <a href="http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx" target="_blank">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction. For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Chief Finance Officer

We are recruiting Assistant Educational Psychologists at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed term until 31st March 2026, with the possibility of extension to the end of August 2026Location: Ty Penallta / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Educational Psychology Service This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £36,109 - £38,774 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking to recruit 5 Assistant Educational Psychologist (AEP) to compliment and strengthen our existing team. The roles will have a focus on co-preparing and co-delivering wellbeing interventions and training to schools and service evaluation.The postholder will work in consultation with teachers, support staff and parents(s)/carer(s), to devise strategies to positively modify pupil behaviour and assist schools in setting pupil targets, working towards agreed goals aimed at promoting positive behaviour and improving learning opportunities for pupils.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>An Honours Degree in Psychology acceptable for membership of the BPS.</li><li>Knowledge of a range of applied psychological approaches and interventions.</li><li>Experience in relation to working effectively with children and young people who are vulnerable, challenging or who have ALN.</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough in line with case load and diary commitments. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Kyla Honey/ Dermot McChrystal on 07544276540/ 07728361277 or email <a href="mailto:honeyk@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">honeyk@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:mcchrd@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">mcchrd@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Assistant Educational Psychologist

We are recruiting a Childcare Support Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Tredomen / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Childrens Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £28,598 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The role is to provide a service to children, young people, their families or carers within their placements or community, which includes direct work with children and young people.Support Workers assist and support qualified officers in the discharge of the statutory obligations of the authority in relation to children and young people who may be “looked after”, or the subject of a care and support plan.Case management responsibility will be allocated in appropriate circumstances for children and young people who have care and support needs. This will include assessment, planning and review for those children and young people.The successful applicant would need to have good time management and organisational skills and have the right values, motivation, and commitment to work in a challenging, yet rewarding environment.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Level 2 Care or equivalent qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW).</li><li>An understanding of children and young people’s behaviour, and the need for support and intervention in some circumstances.</li><li>Experience of working with people in complex situations.</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Parry/Colette Limbrick on 02920849716/07394029942 or email <a href="mailto:Parrys1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Parrys1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> l<a href="mailto:imbrc@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">imbrc@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Childcare Support Worker

We are recruiting an Assistant Engineer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Highway House, PenmaenTeam: Highway Services – Drainage This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £35,412 - £38,220 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Caerphilly County Borough Council has an ambitious programme to deliver £1M of flood alleviation works per year through the implementation of our Local Flood Risk Management Strategy.The successful candidate will help to manage this programme of works through making applications for grant funding, project management of complex schemes, design work, overseeing construction and reporting back to Welsh Government and other funding bodies.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A relevant Level 4 qualification recognised on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example, HNC in Civil Engineering or related subject.</li><li>The ability to assist effectively in project and program management.</li><li>Experience in roles related to drainage, flood risk management, or similar fields, ideally within a local government or public body context.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving license and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to attend meetings and visit sites.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Max Nebe on 01495 235796 or email <a href="mailto:nebem@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">nebem@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Mark Goodger on 07701 020205 or email <a href="mailto:goodgm@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">goodgm@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Assistant Engineer

We are recruiting a Community Support Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 35 Hours Contract Type: Part Time/Fixed Term until 31-03-2026Location: Link Resource Base,Wyllie This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Adult Social Services Team. We pay an attractive salary of £26,213.11 - £28,435.14 and offer access to training and development opportunities. It takes a special kind of person to undertake the role of a Community Support Worker.Are you caring, reliable, motivated and friendly?Do you want to work with people and make a difference to their lives from the support you give?Can you support people to achieve their personal outcomes?If you can answer "yes" then you have the qualities that we are looking for to be part of our team.The main purpose of the role is to support the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs of Individuals with learning disabilities who have Autism and challenging behaviours. You will need to have a person-centred approach to promote choice and independence whilst making peoples' days enjoyable and meaningful.This role requires the successful applicant to be able and confident to undertake Positive Behaviour Management training that requires physical interventions.The service is working towards providing weekend and early evening support and you will be required to work on a rota basis as and when required.Community based staff require a Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business/work to transport individuals throughout the county borough.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Care on the Credit and Qualifications Framework or the commitment and ability to attain the qualification within 1 year of appointment (subject to availability of training).</li><li>An understanding of disability issues such as empowerment, choice and advocacy.</li><li>The ability to contribute and effectively implement individual Management plans and Risk Assessments.</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence to drive a leased Council vehicle to transport individuals regularly throughout the day. In order to undertake the post it is compulsory for the post holder to pass a driving assessment as determined by the insurance liabilities of the lease hire vehicle </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Esther Jenkins/Rhaynnon Duggan via email <a href="mailto:Jenkie4@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jenkie4@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:Duggar@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Duggar@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Community Support Worker

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Various Locations across the BoroughTeam: Childrens Services This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £39,152 - £41,771 and offer access to training and development opportunities.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide a service within our dynamic Children’s Services Locality Teams. Caerphilly County Borough Council's Children Services are looking for a full time Social Worker in the Rhymney Team who have the right values, motivation, and commitment to work in a challenging, yet rewarding environment.There are six geographically located Children Services (locality) teams. The teams undertake high quality assessments and care management of children and their families who have been assessed as requiring on going social services intervention. The teams cover both short- and long term work, including Children in Need of Care and Support, Children Looked After, Child Protection and court work.If you are a qualified social worker, or are due to qualify this year, come to work in Caerphilly and be supported on your social work journey. We welcome applications from third year social work students. Successful applicants will be offered the opportunity of starting as unqualified support workers. Once qualified, they will then be appointed as social workers.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor. Social Workers qualifying after 1 April 2016 are required to complete the Consolidation of Practice qualification within the first three years of practice.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with children, young people, their families/carers and professionals.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Margaret Thomas on 01685 846454 or email <a href="mailto:thomam7@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">thomam7@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs, home to over 120 languages, a young and multicultural community, and world-famous cultural landmarks. But at our heart, we are a place where local people live, work and build their futures.We are ambitious for our residents and committed to making Southwark a fairer, greener, and safer borough. Through our Southwark Place Management Programme (PMP) a £2.3m transformation initiative, we’re tackling the issues that matter most to our communities: cleaner streets, greener spaces, better waste management, and a visible reduction in graffiti and fly-tipping.Joining Southwark now means being part of a council that doesn’t stand still – we innovate, collaborate, and deliver change that residents can see and feel.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>As Project Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering the Southwark Place Management Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-profile projects that improve our town centres, estates, and public spaces.You will:<ul><li>Manage the development and delivery of projects that reduce graffiti, fly-tipping, and litter, while improving waste infrastructure.</li><li>Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable benefits for our communities.</li><li>Collaborate with directors, heads of service, frontline teams, suppliers, residents and local businesses to drive innovation and impact.</li><li>Translate business goals into tangible, sustainable deliverables.</li><li>Lead projects through the full lifecycle – from initiation and business case development to delivery and handover into business-as-usual.</li><li>Report progress, manage risks and issues, and ensure strong governance and accountability at every stage.</li></ul>This is a role where you’ll see the difference your work makes from cleaner, greener streets to more effective frontline services.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager who thrives on driving change and delivering results. You’ll bring:<ul><li>A track record of delivering complex projects, ideally in a local government or frontline services environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of project methodologies such as Agile, PRINCE2 or equivalent experience.</li><li>Experience of working through the full project lifecycle, including organisational change and service redesign.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills – able to engage, influence and inspire across communities, services, and senior levels.</li><li>The ability to simplify complex challenges, find creative solutions, and communicate with clarity and impact.</li><li>Confidence in managing budgets, risks, and reporting requirements.</li></ul>We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are particularly keen to encourage applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities as part of our Southwark Stands Together initiative.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Join us on a 18-month fixed-term contract and play a key role in delivering this exciting transformation project.Interested in learning more before you apply? Get in touch with Joel Carre, Cleaning and Grounds Maintenance Manager at <a>Joel.Carre@southwark.gov.uk</a> for a conversation about the opportunity.Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025Interview Date: Thursday 2 October 2025Guaranteed 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:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2608056&amp;ptId=107480" target="_blank">Click hear to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Project Manager - Southwark Place Management Programme

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is a borough defined by diversity, energy, and ambition. Home to over 120 spoken languages and one of London’s youngest, most multicultural populations, we’re proud of our inclusive and forward-looking culture.We are committed to building a fairer future for all, and our Southwark 2030 vision sets out bold ambitions: a fair, green, and safe borough where everyone can thrive. Joining us means being part of an organisation that doesn’t just deliver services – we innovate, collaborate, and put our residents at the heart of everything we do.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>Southwark Council’s Regulatory Services team is looking for a talented and motivated Business Analyst to join us on a 24-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead in shaping how we deliver services that make a real difference to people’s lives. You’ll play a pivotal role in capturing, analysing, and clearly articulating system requirements, ensuring that the needs of our residents and stakeholders are understood and met.In this role, you won’t just be analysing processes – you’ll be helping to deliver positive change that improves services across Southwark, driving value and impact for one of London’s most vibrant communities.As our Business Analyst, you’ll be central to driving effective solutions that improve outcomes. You will:<ul><li>Gather and analyse business requirements, turning complex needs into clear, practical solutions.</li><li>Document processes and workflows, identifying challenges and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Recommend system enhancements and process changes to deliver better outcomes.</li><li>Act as the bridge between stakeholders and project teams, ensuring clear and effective communication.</li><li>Support the testing and implementation of solutions that directly enhance our services.</li></ul>You’ll work closely with Project Managers across Regulatory Services and Technology &amp; Digital Services, playing a key role in the successful procurement and implementation of new systems.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re seeking an experienced and proactive Business Analyst who can bring both expertise and creativity to the role. You’ll have:<ul><li>A strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing local government.</li><li>Highly developed analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, spot trends, and use insights to shape smarter strategies.</li><li>Proven experience as a Business Analyst, with knowledge of project management principles and agile methodologies.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>This is a 24-month fixed-term contract – giving you the chance to lead a major project from design through to delivery.Closing Date: Sunday 21 September 2025Interview Date: Thursday 2 October 2025If you’re shortlisted, you’ll be invited to complete an online assessment – a great opportunity to showcase your skills and approach ahead of the interview.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:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2607987&amp;ptId=107479" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families.We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality</li></ul>How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Tara Long via email at <a href="mailto:Tara.Long@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Tara.Long@southwark.gov.uk</a> Recruitment timeline:Advert close date: 19/09/2025 Interview date/s: W/C 29/09/2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.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>#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2608136&amp;ptId=107481" target="_blank">Please Click Here For the Job Description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Children's Social Woker (Safeguarding & Family Support Service) Fixed Term

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Southwark is one of London’s most vibrant boroughs – a place where history meets innovation. As a council, we are passionate about making Southwark a place that people are proud to call home. Our vision is a fairer future for all, keeping residents at the heart of everything we do.By joining our Leisure Division, you will be part of a team that provides high-quality, accessible and inclusive leisure services that support health, wellbeing and social cohesion across our diverse communities. You’ll be working in an organisation that values openness, accountability, and equality, and you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>As General Manager, you will be responsible for the effective, efficient and safe operation of our leisure centres. You will lead and motivate a team to deliver exceptional customer experiences, meet ambitious financial and operational targets, and maintain the highest standards of safety, cleanliness and service delivery.Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Leading daily operations to ensure centres run smoothly and meet council objectives.</li><li>Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all customers.</li><li>Managing and monitoring budgets, analysing financial performance, and driving efficiencies.</li><li>Developing business plans and programmes that balance community needs with financial viability.</li><li>Leading, mentoring and developing staff to maximise team performance.</li><li>Handling customer feedback and complaints professionally and promptly.</li><li>Promoting continuous improvement and supporting the achievement of accreditations such as Quest.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures and health &amp; safety standards.</li></ul>This is a dynamic and hands-on role, requiring excellent leadership, organisational and commercial skills, as well as a strong commitment to customer service.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>Make a difference in your community by shaping the future of our leisure services. We’re looking for a dynamic leader who can inspire teams, deliver outstanding customer experiences, and ensure our facilities remain at the heart of local community life. If you’re passionate about health, wellbeing, and helping people get the most out of leisure, we want to hear from you.You will bring a strong understanding of leisure centre operations, health and safety requirements, and performance management, alongside proven experience in using booking systems and data reporting tools to track and improve performance. Strong financial skills are essential – you’ll be confident managing budgets and interpreting financial information to ensure services remain efficient and sustainable.With significant experience in managing the day-to-day operations of leisure or sports facilities, you will have a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams. Equally important is your passion for delivering exceptional customer service to a diverse community and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for all.Your excellent communication skills will enable you to build strong relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, while your commercial awareness will help drive the success of the service. Highly organised and able to prioritise competing demands, you will be confident delegating responsibilities and fostering a supportive, collaborative team culture.We are seeking someone who is proactive, solutions-focused, and committed to continuous improvement. Flexibility is key, as the role involves working shifts, including evenings and weekends, and is subject to an enhanced DBS check.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark</a>If you are ready to lead by example, deliver results and make a meaningful impact in Southwark, we would like to hear from you.👉 Apply now to become the next MOVE Southwark General Manager.Closing Date: Friday 26 September 2025Interview Date: W/C 6 October 2025Guaranteed 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:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2608161&amp;ptId=107482" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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General Manager - Move Southwark Leisure

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £36,363 - £39,152 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed term (up to March 2027)Are you driven to make a lasting impact on some of the most vulnerable individuals in our community? We are seeking a dedicated Accommodation for Ex-Offender Partnership Project Officer to contribute to a highly effective, multi-agency response aimed at breaking the cycle of rough sleeping. In this pivotal role, you will support the council’s commitment to ending rough sleeping by taking the lead on designing, developing, and embedding a tailored housing pathway for individuals leaving prison or released within the past 12 months. This is a unique opportunity to shape a life-changing initiative and drive positive outcomes through strategic partnership working.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a skilled and proactive Accommodation for Ex-Offender Partnership Project Officer with strong English language and writing skills, and an objective, non-judgmental approach. You will have the ability to develop and manage effective operational processes and partnerships, ensuring high-quality service delivery across multiple agencies.Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills are essential, as you will be required to gain commitment from a broad range of stakeholders in support of the AFEO service. You’ll be adept at managing a complex workload, setting priorities, and driving performance improvements to meet targets and enhance outcomes.You will demonstrate strong analytical and data-handling abilities, with experience using reporting tools to present performance insights clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including senior leadership. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) is key, enabling you to produce professional reports and presentations.An in-depth understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion—along with relevant legislation—and a clear ability to apply these principles within service delivery are critical. Knowledge of offending behaviour, homelessness, and the barriers ex-offenders face in resettlement is also essential, along with a solid grasp of confidentiality in multi-agency environments.You should bring experience working with adults facing chronic exclusion and complex needs, ideally within housing, homelessness, social care, or safeguarding settings. Relevant specialist training—such as Trauma-Informed Care, PIE (Psychologically Informed Environments), Motivational Interviewing, Coaching, or Reflective Listening—will be highly advantageous.This role requires flexibility, initiative, and a readiness to travel locally and nationally to work with prisons, partner agencies, and other criminal justice settings.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing EnglishIf you're passionate about creating safer communities and supporting meaningful change for vulnerable individuals, we invite you to apply and be part of this vital work.The interviews will be held on Tuesday 30th September&nbsp;<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1609441&amp;ptId=11770" target="_blank">download: JD LBC03880 Accommodation for Ex Offender Partnership Project Officer&nbsp;.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1609442&amp;ptId=11770" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Accommodation for Ex-Offender (AFEO) Partnership Project Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAs a Data and Systems Senior Technical Officer at Luton Council, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Council’s data strategy and delivering high-impact business intelligence solutions. You will be responsible for developing new reporting capabilities using tools such as Power BI, Qlik, and Business Objects, integrating data from various systems to support critical decision-making across the organisation.You will lead the design and implementation of data-driven solutions that meet evolving business needs—translating complex requirements into scalable, sustainable systems. This includes developing and managing ETL processes, writing efficient SQL scripts, designing dimensional databases, and optimising the performance of existing solutions.A key aspect of your role will be ensuring the quality, accuracy, and security of the Council’s data. You'll lead initiatives to improve data quality, manage master data integrity, and support the re-engineering of manual data flows into automated, reusable processes.Working collaboratively with internal teams and third-party IT suppliers, you’ll ensure that all solutions align with Luton Council’s data governance policies, meet statutory requirements, and support long-term organisational goals. You'll also lead on converting legacy reports to modern MI solutions and building intuitive dashboards that offer valuable insights through accessible and reliable data.This is an exciting opportunity for a technically skilled and strategic thinker to influence how data is used to drive performance, efficiency, and service improvement across the Council.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are an experienced and highly skilled data professional with a strong background in business intelligence, data integration, and systems development—ideally gained within a public or private sector organisation. You have hands-on experience in developing BI reports, dashboards, and data visualisations using tools such as Power BI, QlikSense, SSRS, SSAS, and Excel, and are comfortable working with complex data architectures including data warehouses, data lakes, and master data management systems.Your expertise in analysing, cleansing, and transforming data from multiple sources enables you to create high-quality, reliable outputs that support business decisions. You bring a structured and analytical approach to problem-solving, paired with strong organisational and time management skills.You’re confident in presenting technical and often complex information in a clear and accessible way to a wide range of stakeholders—including senior leaders and non-technical colleagues. You’re collaborative by nature, able to build effective relationships, lead project teams, and support cross-functional working to deliver shared goals.In addition to your technical capability, you demonstrate a solid understanding of dataprotection legislation, including the Data Protection Act 2018, and are committed to promoting equality, accessibility, and inclusive service delivery through data-driven insights.You hold a degree or equivalent professional qualification, or can demonstrate substantial relevant experience and training. You are also flexible and mobile—able to attend meetings and work outside of standard hours as required, including travel to locations within and beyond the Borough.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1574199&amp;ptId=11769" target="_blank">download: Data and Systems Senior Technical Officer.docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1613964&amp;ptId=11769" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £47,181 – £50,269 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance plus £5,000 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe are seeking a committed and experienced Deputy Team Manager to help lead our Family Help team in delivering high-quality early help and child in need services across Luton. Working alongside the Family Help Team Manager, you will play a key leadership role in managing a newly integrated, multi-disciplinary team that includes:<ul><li>Social workers and family help practitioners</li><li>Educational and mental health professionals (CAMHS, psychologists, adult mental health nurses, speech and language therapists)</li><li>Community partners (youth workers, police community support officers, DWP work coaches, health visitors, social prescribers, housing officers, domestic abuse workers and more)</li></ul>You will be instrumental in prioritising support for our most vulnerable children and families, ensuring the right interventions are identified and implemented in line with Luton’s Threshold Framework and Practice Framework.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Supporting the operational and strategic management of the team to deliver timely, effective and coordinated services</li><li>Providing reflective supervision, practice oversight, and performance monitoring</li><li>Leading on complex casework and supporting professional decision-making in high-risk situations</li><li>Driving quality improvement through audit, feedback and case reviews</li><li>Representing the service at both internal and multi-agency forums</li></ul>Interviews for this role will take place Monday 22nd September 2025.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families through integrated working and evidence-informed practice.To be successful, you will have:<ul><li>Social Work England registration and extensive post-qualifying experience in children’s social work</li><li>A strong understanding of child safeguarding, risk management and legislative frameworks</li><li>Experience of leading, coaching or mentoring social care staff and supporting practice development</li><li>The ability to make confident, balanced decisions in high-risk scenarios</li><li>Strong interpersonal and partnership skills with the ability to influence and negotiate across professional boundaries</li><li>A clear understanding of early help and child in need thresholds and multi-agency delivery</li></ul><h2>About us</h2>uton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1620525&amp;ptId=11774" target="_blank">download: Deputy Team Manager - Family Help JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1620527&amp;ptId=11774" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Deputy Team Manager - Family Help

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £47,181 – £50,269 a year pro rata plus £5,000 market supplement allowance and £3,203 car benefit allowance a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed term until 31st March 2026This position is available as a secondment opportunity until 31st March 2026. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people leaving care? Do you have the experience, resilience, and leadership skills to help shape and deliver high-quality support services to care leavers as they move into adulthood?We’re looking for a Deputy Team Manager to join our dynamic Leaving Care Team, supporting young people aged 16–25 on their journey to independence. This is your opportunity to be part of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team making a lasting impact.As Deputy Team Manager, you’ll work closely with the Team Manager to lead and inspire a committed team within our Corporate Parenting Service. You'll help shape service delivery, manage resources and budgets, and support frontline professionals to deliver tailored interventions that meet the complex and evolving needs of care-experienced young people.Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Supporting the operational management of the Leaving Care Team.</li><li>Leading on complex casework, including safeguarding and statutory responsibilities.</li><li>Coaching, mentoring, and supervising staff to maintain high standards of practice.</li><li>Contributing to training and staff development.</li><li>Representing the service at internal and external meetings.</li></ul>You’ll ensure children and young people’s voices are heard, their individual needs are understood, and their welfare safeguarded – all while striving for the best possible outcomes in education, health, employment, and emotional well-being.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We’re seeking a confident, empathetic leader with:<ul><li>Substantial experience in a children’s social care environment, especially with safeguarding, child protection, and statutory casework.</li><li>A strong track record of complex decision making and supporting practitioners through high-risk cases.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, frameworks, and performance standards related to Children’s Services.</li><li>Experience in coaching, mentoring and developing staff, helping teams to thrive and deliver exceptional care.</li><li>Ability to write complex reports and communicate effectively across a range of audiences.</li><li>A recognised professional Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) and current Social Work England registration.</li></ul>If you’re committed to empowering care leavers and supporting your team to provide outstanding services, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1508994&amp;ptId=11776" target="_blank">download: Deputy Team Manager - Leaving Care Team - JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1508995&amp;ptId=11776" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Deputy Team Manager - Leaving Care Team

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £60,379 - £63,721 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe are seeking to appoint a permanent SEND Local Area Partnership Manager to lead and strengthen collaboration between the council, schools, health services, and our parent carers association.This role will play a vital part in shaping and improving services and outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).As part of the senior leadership team within our Education Service, you will hold strategic responsibility alongside senior colleagues for driving forward the co-ordination, development, and continuous improvement of SEND services across the partnership, ensuring that the lived experiences of our children and young people are at the heart of everything we do.This is an exciting new role, offering the opportunity to influence and design provision alongside our multi-agency Inclusion and SEND team.You will play a key role in shaping the future of SEND and inclusion in Luton, fostering a culture of collaboration and improvement across all services.We are looking for an individual who is:<ul><li>Passionate about improving provision and outcomes for children and young people with SEND.</li><li>Skilled at co-creating strategy and services with partners, professionals, and families.</li><li>Experienced in building strong, effective partnerships across education, health, and social care.</li><li>Knowledgeable about the SEND regulatory framework, with strategic leadership experience in multi-agency projects.</li></ul>Luton is a unique place, strongly committed to inclusion and to ensuring that children and young people with SEND are supported effectively, accessing high-quality, needs-led provision.This is a key leadership role for the council and an opportunity to make a real, lasting difference.For an initial conversation about the vision for this role, please contact our Director of Education at <a href="mailto:helen.goddard@luton.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.goddard@luton.gov.uk</a>.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are a highly experienced and strategic leader with a strong track record of driving improvement programmes across complex organisations, delivering tangible service transformation. With substantial leadership experience in education, social care, or health systems, you are confident working in dynamic, multi-agency environments and have a deep understanding of how to lead change within adaptive partnerships. You have successfully developed and embedded strong collaborative approaches, working closely with service users, staff, and the wider public through co-production, engagement, and co-design.Your expertise includes navigating political environments with sensitivity and professionalism, and you are skilled at building consensus and influencing a diverse range of stakeholders—including headteachers, NHS partners, senior council officers, and elected members. You bring in-depth knowledge of SEND legislation, particularly the Children and Families Act 2014, and understand its practical application across education, health, and care settings. Your awareness of the legislative and policy landscape, as well as the full range of services related to SEND, ensures you are well-equipped to lead and shape local strategies. You hold a relevant professional qualification at NVQ Level 4 or equivalent degree level in education, health, or social care.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580240&amp;ptId=11773" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1620550&amp;ptId=11773" target="_blank">download: SEND Partnership Manager job-description-and-person-specification final.pdf</a></li></ul>





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SEND Local Area Partnership Area Manager

Learning and Development Apprentice Fixed term contract, 18 months.Full time, 37 hours per weekSalary£7.55 p/h 37 hours per week Passionate about development? Looking for a role that’s all about growth, connection, and making a real impact? As a Learning and Development Apprentice, you’ll be right at the heart of helping colleagues across the council thrive—supporting training delivery, sourcing new learning opportunities, and getting stuck into data, events, and exciting projects. If you’re organised, people-focused, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to build your future while helping others shape theirs.We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees. We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events. From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from reviewing working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.We offer:<ul><li>Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.</li><li>Flexi scheme.</li><li>Hybrid working.</li><li>A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.</li><li>Family-friendly benefits.</li><li>One days’ paid volunteering leave.</li><li>Lifestyle benefits platform.</li><li>Funded health cash plan.</li><li>Free car parking*</li><li>£10 a month gym membership at one of our four gyms in the district.</li></ul>You will be working with a professional, committed, and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community Plan.*Free staff parking is valid until 30 June 2026.As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.Veterans/family of forces/ex-forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms. Closing Date: Friday 19th September 2025





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Social Worker – Children’s Team Children with Disabilities – Social Work Team £46,133 - £57,194 (includes market supplement)&nbsp; Hybrid role – Newham Dockside E16 2QU&nbsp; Closing date 31/10/25 JOIN US AND HELP BUILD A FAIRER NEWHAM&nbsp; We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We’re a challenging yet rewarding place for social work practice to flourish and we are steadfastly committed to our workforce being representative of the families that we work with. We are taking coordinated, meaningful and focused action to develop an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We are taking positive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for children and families to live, learn and thrive.&nbsp; As part of our commitment to building a Fairer Newham we are reimagining the way that we serve the families that we support. We are realising positive change by combining our Assessment and Intervention social work services into our new Family Support and Safeguarding Service. We’re currently looking for practitioners to join our team.&nbsp; We understand that social work can be a challenging yet ultimately very rewarding profession that makes demands of you personally and professionally. In Newham we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work/life balance through a remote working offer when you are not visiting children and families, a modern office space for when you’re on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered, and a clinical offer to support you to do your best work.&nbsp;&nbsp; ABOUT THE JOB&nbsp; Social Work in Newham is underpinned by a culture of Systemic and Restorative practice with high quality relationships at the heart of our approach. Our CwD teams provide statutory services to children and families who live with disability. You will work a varied caseload, including but not restricted to new referrals, CiN, CP, and looked after cases. This is often long term, rewarding work; focusing on sustaining an improved quality of life for the young people and families you work with.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;“Our social workers deal with interesting and unique cases, building specialist knowledge which will be invaluable for their futures. Working in CwD is about being an advocate; it’s about giving a voice to those who need it most. We enable families to learn and grow together, improving quality of life for children and young people who might otherwise be left behind.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul>
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Service Manager Helen Cusick said of working in DCYPS&nbsp;</li> </ul> You get involved in all of the different aspects of social work. I have completed Assessments, worked on CP and CiN cases, gained experience of court work and can be involved in the looked after process. CwD is unique in this respect. It’s also really busy, but in a good way!”&nbsp; <ul>
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Sandra B, DCYPS Social Worker&nbsp;</li> </ul> ABOUT YOU&nbsp; You are a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and will have completed your ASYE and have subsequent statutory children’s social work experience, including experience supporting children living with disability. We are happy to consider social workers with extensive experience in other statutory social work teams but firm understanding of how SEND can affect families and the processes around children and young people with disabilities is essential. &nbsp; “Patience and tolerance are key, and you need to be able to be a calming influence on families. You need to be able to connect and build a trust with the families, and have them trust you to be able to find strategies to support them.&nbsp;&nbsp; You have to be passionate, trustworthy, and empathetic; with a genuine love and passion for helping children and their families, and being that advocate for them.&nbsp;&nbsp; Finally, you need strong emotional strength and resilience. That is what makes a social worker- that resilience within yourself. It comes from my heart the work that we do”.&nbsp; Juliet Y, DCYPS Senior Social Worker.&nbsp; WHY WORK WITH US?&nbsp; We’ve been working hard to make Newham a great place to practise social work.&nbsp; <ul>
<li>A commitment to addressing disproportionality wherever we find it.&nbsp;</li> <li>We’re a&nbsp;GOOD local authority&nbsp;focused on reaching excellence.&nbsp;</li> <li>We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working as long as children and families are supported.&nbsp;</li> <li>Stability: 100% of senior management and 80% of Team Managers are now permanent.&nbsp;</li> <li>Our firmly established practice model,&nbsp;Circles of Support,&nbsp;was recently nominated for the prestigious MJ Award for Innovation in Children’s Services and allows systemic, restorative practice to flourish.&nbsp;</li> <li>Career progression is possible with Newham; within Children’s social work we promoted 30 internal colleagues in 2023 and 38 colleagues so far in 2024.&nbsp;</li> <li>Social Care Academy – our academy received significant praise from Ofsted and 50+ social workers have studied for systemic higher education with us since 2020.&nbsp;</li> <li>A competitive salary package that rivals capped agency pay.&nbsp;</li> <li>Oyster card/parking permit for business use.&nbsp;</li> <li>Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits&nbsp;</li> <li>Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme, Local Authority pension.&nbsp;</li> </ul> TO APPLY&nbsp; Please view JD here To apply please submit your CV through our&nbsp;online recruitment portal.&nbsp;&nbsp; Our social worker roles are CV only application to make things easier for you; but please ensure your CV is up to date and lists relevant experience in line with the service you’re applying for.&nbsp;&nbsp; Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

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