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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £25,185 - £25,583 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: ApprenticeshipAs a Desktop Analyst Apprentice at Luton Council, you will support the delivery and maintenance of the council’s end user device fleet, including laptops, tablets, mobile phones, and thin clients. This is a hands-on apprenticeship designed to give you real-world experience in IT support, with guidance and mentoring from experienced professionals.In this role, you'll assist in managing the full lifecycle of incidents and service requests related to end user devices. You will be involved in providing 2nd line support—helping to diagnose and resolve faults or escalating them to the appropriate service desk, incident, or problem managers. You’ll also contribute to a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues as you learn and grow.Working within the DDAT IT Operations function, you’ll be part of a small, skilled desktop support team that plays a key role in delivering excellent IT service to internal users. Your responsibilities will focus on assisting the Desktop Team Leader and Service Manager – IT Service Management in maintaining high service standards and contributing to continuous service improvement.Under supervision, your duties will include:<ul><li>Assisting with basic maintenance, installation, and monitoring of end user devices</li><li>Supporting with hardware deployments as directed</li><li>Identifying and escalating issues with devices to senior team members</li><li>Helping to manage support calls and tickets, ensuring accurate information is logged</li><li>Aiding in the administration of service requests and documenting all relevant changes</li><li>Supporting the resolution of incidents and requests in line with agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs)</li><li>Using IT tools to help track and report on configuration items and changes</li></ul>While you’ll be supported throughout the apprenticeship, you’ll also be expected to take initiative, show a willingness to learn, and demonstrate a genuine passion for IT and user support. Some flexibility in working hours may occasionally be required to meet the needs of the service.This is an exciting opportunity to build your skills in a real-world environment, contribute to service improvements, and lay the foundation for a successful career in IT support within the public sector.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. Applicants are required to have resided in the UK for the last 3 years.&nbsp;<h2>About you</h2>You are enthusiastic, proactive, and passionate about starting a career in IT. You have a genuine interest in technology and enjoy exploring how IT equipment works and can be used effectively in practical settings. Your curiosity drives you to learn more about hardware components and support tools, and you’re eager to build on that knowledge through hands-on experience.You have some experience using application software and are comfortable with support tools, demonstrating a strong user-level understanding of IT systems. You take pride in your ability to work accurately and meet deadlines, even when working with limited supervision. You’re a self-starter who’s not afraid to ask for help when facing unfamiliar challenges, and you see every problem as a learning opportunity.With excellent verbal and written communication skills, you’re able to clearly document issues, produce reports, and interact politely and professionally with a wide range of people, including colleagues and service users. You are organised, able to manage your time effectively, and can prioritise tasks under pressure while maintaining a high standard of service.You’re someone who can offer suggestions for improving processes and contribute positively to a team-focused environment. You understand the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace, and your behaviour reflects that awareness.To be successful in this apprenticeship, you will need:<ul><li>A minimum of Level 1 in Maths and English, with GCSE grades 4–9 (A*–C) in ICT, English and Maths</li><li>A strong interest in IT and technical systems</li><li>A positive attitude towards learning and development</li></ul>If you’re looking to start a career in IT and want to gain valuable skills in a supportive public sector environment, we’d love to hear from you.<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=1595615&amp;ptId=11745" target="_blank">download: PREF105579 202507 L2 Desktop Apprentice.docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1614537&amp;ptId=11745" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Desktop Analyst Apprentice

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





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Senior Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Specialist Intervention Team

Job Title: SEND SfYP EHCP Coordinator Starting Salary: £33,366 pa with the opportunity to progress to £36,124 per annum Location: We have a vacancy within Stevenage and Apsley&nbsp; Hours: 37 per week Contract: PermanentWe’re continuing to invest in our statutory SEND workforce, and you could be part of the positive impact in SEND.<h4>About the team</h4>EHC coordinators are aligned to one of several functional teams and we have an opportunity for you to specialise in:Services for Young People: responsible for young people age 16 and over with an EHCP: who attend a college (or other further education settings), who are completing an apprenticeship, are in training or a supported internship or who are not in education, employment or training. Also support care leavers age 18 and over with an EHCP.We are looking for an experienced EHC Co-ordinator to lead on our year 11+ Phase Transfer activities for the coming year, to support our Statutory SEND Teams to ensure that young people have a suitable provision named in their EHCP by the 31 March deadline. Successful candidate will need to understand college and other post-16 FE and be able to negotiate with providers.<h4>About the role</h4>The Education Health &amp; Care Coordinator (EHC Coordinator) role is highly process-driven. The role involves managing and processing EHC plans within a complex legal framework to tight timescales. It involves implementing legal requirements as part of a meticulous review of documents, then creating, reviewing and amending plans. Whilst the role does involve communication and ongoing dialogue with practitioners, parents and carers, this is primarily related to statutory processes. The role involves virtually no direct interaction with children or young people.Being an EHC Coordinator, you’ll be delivering casework that coordinates professionals across education, health and care as well as the family, to deliver EHC assessments, plans and reviews to time and high quality, with a focus on improving outcomes for children and young people.​ This includes:<ul><li>Developing the highest standards of achievement and inclusion for children and young people with SEN through effective casework within the policy and budget framework of the Council, ensuring a focus on preparing for adulthood from the earliest ages.​</li><li>Taking responsibility for the preparation of information for parents, children, young people and schools, which provides the right information at the appropriate time, in a simple to use way, which engages partners in understanding what our responsibility is to children, families and schools. ​</li><li>Managing and processing statutory casework within legal and internal timelines ​</li><li>Working collaboratively with professionals across education, health and care services​</li><li>Ensuring effective case management, integrated working practice and successful outcomes for children.​</li><li>Participating in resource decisions, taking the lead where appropriate, for example decision making processes relating to whether or not assessment or plans are written, or whether specialist provision is agreed, ensuring that resource decisions are in line with local authority policies, procedures and eligibility criteria. This could include chairing or attending panel meetings.​</li><li>Participating, as required, in a range of meetings with other professionals and​parents/carers in relation to individual children with complex needs, including representing Children’s Services at annual review, chairing reviews, attending and chairing multi-agency meetings as appropriate.​​</li><li>Contributing to the development of policy, procedures and provision for children with SEN children’s needs, which includes maintaining an up-to-date knowledge relating to SEN casework, changes to national legislation and departmental policies, and supporting induction/training and support to all team members.​​</li><li>Inputting and maintaining accurate and comprehensive database records as required and participate in the Local Authority’s systems for monitoring and quality assurance for children and young people known to the EHC assessment and review team.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Extensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014</li><li>Experience working with post-16 SEND young people in colleges</li><li>Educated to A level or equivalent</li><li>Ability to negotiate with providers</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>The ability to work to deadlines and under pressure</li><li>High level of literacy to support good case recording and quality EHC plans.</li><li>Hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Previous experience with casework management</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care Family, level HSC9&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Tracy Noble - <a href="mailto:tracy.noble@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">tracy.noble@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

SEND SfYP EHCP Coordinator

Job Title: Practice Managers - Youth Justice Starting Salary: £48,226 + £7,146 market enhancement pay, progressing to £53,460 + £6,984 market enhancement pay per annum Hours: 37.0 Location: Hertfordshire - based in either Hemel Hempstead or Stevenage (Hybrid) Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens ServicesDue to successful internal progression, we are recruiting to two Practice Manager positions. If you are passionate about shaping the future of youth justice and driving positive change, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. The 2 posts cover:<ul><li>South - including Watford, Three Rivers &amp; Hertsmere (contractual base Apsley, Hemel Hempstead)</li><li>North - including Stevenage and North Herts (contractual based Farnham House, Stevenage)</li></ul>These roles are a combination of hybrid and office working.<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire Youth Justice Service is undergoing an exciting transition, evolving from its integration within children's social care to becoming a centralised youth justice service.In this pivotal role, you will contribute to day-to-day operational management of youth justice including services to Courts, liaison with statutory partners and the secure estate, the implementation of national and local Youth Justice priorities. Your leadership will be crucial in overseeing the operational aspects of youth justice service delivery, ensuring that our team meets the highest standards of practice.<h4>About the role</h4>I this role you will:<ul><li>Provide effective leadership, case management, supervision, and performance management to Youth Justice staff, including Social Workers, Adolescent Practitioners, and specialist and seconded staff from partner agencies.</li><li>Represent, and on occasions Chair the Youth Diversion Panel, ensuring robust interventions are in place to facilitate positive change and maintain safety for children and communities.</li><li>Liaise with relevant statutory and voluntary agencies to exchange, provide, gather, collate, and evaluate information and data, fostering effective communication and collaboration.</li><li>Develop partnerships and liaise with wider Children’s Services and partner agencies to promote the ‘child first’ agenda positive outcomes for children in the Youth Justice system.</li><li>Lead on a designated portfolio area such as in-house Appropriate Adult Scheme, equity &amp; diversity or participation.</li><li>Conduct regular quality assurance activities, including case file audits, AssetPlus assessments, Pre-Sentence and Breach reports, ensuring adherence to timelines and preparation for HMIP inspections of Youth Justice services.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Qualified Social Worker and current registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Current, working knowledge of legislation relevant to the role.</li><li>Understanding and experience of management oversight of Youth Justice assessment (AssetPlus) and risk management processes.</li><li>Experience of quality assurance processes including routine auditing, gatekeeping of reports, National Standards for Youth Justice and HMIP inspection frameworks.</li><li>Experience of using Youth Justice case management e.g. ChildView.</li><li>Strong IT, organisation and communication skills are essential in managing competing demands, maintaining accurate recording on systems, working alongside statutory agencies and wider partners, meeting deadlines and statutory standards and requirements.</li><li>Experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with Police, Courts, Health, Probation, Children Services, Secure estate, Youth Justice Board, other Youth Offending services.</li><li>Able to identify key priorities, work effectively under pressure and meet identified deadlines.</li><li>Able to work flexibly, including evenings where required and undertake Saturday / bank holiday Manager duty as part of a rota.</li><li>You will be required to travel so a driving licence and access to a vehicle for work is essential.</li></ul>Desirable Experience:<ul><li>Experience of the Court work including liaising with magistrates and Court User groups and report quality assurance.</li><li>Management experience of supervising staff working with children subject to Out of Court and statutory Court Orders, enabling practitioners to function effectively through clear decision making and use of appropriate processes.</li><li>Experience of undertaking research and producing complex reports or documents.</li><li>Experience of interpreting and analysing the impact of legislation and policy on service delivery.</li></ul>This is a crucial role which provides an opportunity to demonstrate real impact and drive practice improvement, supporting children in achieving positive change whilst also keeping them and local communities safe.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Robert Samuel, Youth Justice Service Manager on <a href="mailto:Robert.Samuel@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Robert.Samuel@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 17th September.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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Practice Managers - Youth Justice

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £53,460 - £56,681 a year pro rata plus £3,203 car benefit allowance a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term for 6 monthsThis position is available as a secondment opportunity for 6 months. 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.Do you have the passion, expertise, and leadership skills to make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable children? We are seeking an&nbsp;exceptional and highly experienced social worker&nbsp;to join us as a&nbsp;CP Lead Practitioner&nbsp;— a pivotal role at the heart of safeguarding and child protection in our community.As our CP Lead Practitioner, you will be the&nbsp;recognised expert&nbsp;in complex child protection cases, using your in-depth knowledge, professional authority, and multi-agency experience to ensure children at risk of significant harm are safeguarded and supported. This role offers you the opportunity to not only hold and manage your own complex caseload, but also to mentor and guide less experienced colleagues, shaping the quality and direction of our child protection work. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Lead by example as the go-to specialist for child protection within the team and across partner agencies.</li><li>Manage a caseload of complex, high-risk child protection cases.</li><li>Co-work with and support social workers and other staff, enhancing decision-making in safeguarding processes.</li><li>Chair key multi-agency meetings, ensuring that every voice is heard and outcomes are focused on the best interests of the child.</li><li>Work collaboratively with Children’s Services, external agencies, and community partners to deliver joined-up, effective support.</li><li>Influence service development by contributing to policies, new initiatives, and national best practice.</li><li>Champion Restorative Practice and embed it in daily practice and decision-making.</li><li>Keep up to date with legislation, practice developments, and Social Work England requirements. Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2>We’re looking for someone with&nbsp;significant experience and professional credibility&nbsp;in child protection work, including: <ul><li>Substantial experience supporting looked after children, foster carers, and children on child protection plans.</li><li>A proven track record in managing complex legal proceedings and supervising teams.</li><li>Strong skills in conflict resolution, communication, and multi-agency collaboration.</li><li>Ability to work flexibly, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of child care legislation and safeguarding frameworks.</li><li>Confidence in leading, influencing, and chairing high-level meetings.</li><li>Ability to travel locally and nationally as required.</li></ul>This is a public facing role so you'll be able to show off your fluency in spoken English<h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&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=1604856&amp;ptId=11742" target="_blank">download: Lead Child Protection Practitioner JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1604857&amp;ptId=11742" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Lead Child Protection Practitioner

Job Title: Driver/ Equipment Installer Starting Salary: £25,185 progressing to £26,403 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Welwyn Garden City Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire Equipment Service (HES) provides health and social care equipment to disabled and vulnerable service users and patients across Hertfordshire. From bath boards to hospital beds and grab rails to gantry hoists, the equipment HES provides enables Hertfordshire residents to remain living independently in their own homes or supports them and their carers by providing equipment which enables them to be discharged from hospital.<h4>About the role</h4>Our service is growing and very much in demand, and we are looking for a technician to join our busy team, delivering and installing items of equipment within client’s homes. We’re looking for people who can work flexibly and as part of a team here at Hertfordshire Equipment Service which intern supports NHS and social care colleagues in working across seven days. Must be able to drive a 3.5T vehicle and used to heavy or cumbersome equipment to deliver and fit.The working pattern will beMonday to Friday - You will also work one Saturday in every 4 weeks and get a day off during the week, or paid over time.Or&nbsp;Tuesday to Saturday<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Full Driving Licence with either D1, C1, C, B or BE category</li><li>Demonstratable practical abilities</li><li>Empathy to provide high levels of customer service</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of installing specialist equipment desirable</li><li>Customer Service</li><li>Face to Face client interaction</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Operational Services, level OPS5 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Operational servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:lorraine.davis1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">lorraine.davis1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: This is an ongoing advert and applications will be reviewed as and when received and interviews arrangedBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Care Assistant Location:Newton Longville Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £24,570 Driving Licence RequiredAre you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have a caring nature and a positive, can-do attitude? If so, we’d love to hear from you!At Litslade Farm, our registered care home in Newton Longville, we support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, - and we are looking for dedicated Care Assistants to join our friendly and supportive team.What You Will Be Doing:As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our residents with their day-to-day needs, including:<ul>
<li>Personal care and hygiene</li>
<li>Mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>Attending appointments and supporting health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Encouraging independence through shopping, cooking, and household tasks</li>
<li>Promoting confidence and life skills in a safe, respectful environment</li>
</ul>You will follow personalised support plans and work closely with each individual to help them achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.What We are Looking For:We are looking for someone who is:<ul>
<li>Compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference</li>
<li>A great communicator, able to adapt to different needs and situations</li>
<li>A team player who values inclusion, equality, and respect</li>
<li>Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Experienced in a similar role</li>
</ul>BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£24,570 per annum</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, click apply below.About UsHightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,300 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Care Assistant Location: Newton Longville Hours: Part time - 30 hours per week (The shifts are 7am-3pm and 2pm-10pm) Salary: £19,656 Driving Licence RequiredAre you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have a caring nature and a positive, can-do attitude? If so, we’d love to hear from you!At Litslade Farm, our registered care home in Newton Longville, we support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, - and we are looking for a dedicated Care Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.What You Will Be Doing:As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our residents with their day-to-day needs, including:<ul>
<li>Personal care and hygiene</li>
<li>Mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>Attending appointments and supporting health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Encouraging independence through shopping, cooking, and household tasks</li>
<li>Promoting confidence and life skills in a safe, respectful environment</li>
</ul>You will follow personalised support plans and work closely with each individual to help them achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.What We are Looking For:We are looking for someone who is:<ul>
<li>Compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference</li>
<li>A great communicator, able to adapt to different needs and situations</li>
<li>A team player who values inclusion, equality, and respect</li>
<li>Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Experienced in a similar role</li>
</ul>BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£19,656 per annum</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, click apply below.About UsHightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,300 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £46,142 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team, supporting the delivery of large and complex design and build projects. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a role that makes a real impact—helping to protect the Council from financial risk while ensuring value for money across our construction programmes.As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors to provide a full range of pre- and post-construction surveying services. You will assist in managing project costs, budgets, and procurement processes while ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and Council policies. This role will require attending site and evening meetings as needed and being confident in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of project costs and budgets.</li><li>Support competitive tendering procedures and procurement activities.</li><li>Contribute to effective programme and project management to meet deadlines.</li><li>Commission and liaise with consultants, ensuring quality and compliance.</li><li>Produce, analyse, and present financial information clearly and concisely.</li><li>Support negotiation and maintain effective working relationships with clients, contractors, and colleagues.</li><li>Uphold equality, fairness, and inclusivity in all aspects of work.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused individual with:<ul><li>Experience in quantity surveying practice and procedures within building projects.</li><li>Strong cost and budget management skills.</li><li>Knowledge of competitive tendering and programme management.</li><li>The ability to manage priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.</li><li>Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and negotiate effectively.</li><li>Understanding of statutory regulations, legal, and technical matters relating to construction.</li><li>A BSc in Quantity Surveying (or a related construction degree) or working towards qualification.</li><li>Willingness to attend evening/site meetings and access all parts of buildings, including roofs.</li></ul>Why Join Us?This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects that shape our community, all while gaining experience in a supportive environment. You’ll be part of a team dedicated to delivering value for money and ensuring the highest standards in construction projects.<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=1581783&amp;ptId=11736" target="_blank">download: Assistant Quantity Surveyor M1- M3 Feb 2014v1.docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1611966&amp;ptId=11736" target="_blank">download: Assistant Quantity Surveyor JD&amp;PS.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Job Title: Project Manager Starting Salary: £42,839 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: 2 year fixed term or secondment opportunity Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Based within a team of project and programme managers, you will play a crucial role in progressing the Day Service Strategy (2025-2030) for Adult Care Services.The strategy sets out a vision to develop and enhance our In-house Day Services’ offering,&nbsp;ensuring that individuals have access to high quality support and activities within environments that enable them to live healthy, independent, and fulfilling lives.This is a pivotal role in shaping the future of our services, working collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver meaningful change.<h4>About the role</h4>You will take a leading role in planning, delivering, and evaluating projects aligned with the strategic delivery plan. Your work will ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and best practice frameworks, while keeping the people who use our services at the heart of everything we do.In addition, you will contribute to the ongoing development and implementation of continuous improvements within Day Services, helping to shape innovative ways of working and supporting broader initiatives that enhance quality, practice, and performance.This role involves building and maintaining strong relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders across health, social care, and community services.It’s a varied and rewarding position, offering exposure across Adult Care Services and the wider Council, as well as close collaboration with key partners.<h4>About you</h4>Essential<ul><li>Full driving licence and access to a vehicle</li><li>Previous experience in project management</li><li>Strong communication skills to liaise with internal and external Partners</li><li>Previous experience and ability to work autonomously.</li><li>Strong organisational skills</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>A project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, APM)</li><li>Experience of working with older people and/or people with disabilities</li><li>Experience of interpreting and presenting financial data</li><li>Experience of report writing and preparing presentations</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.<h4>Field5</h4>This job role is within the Programme and Project, level PRO11 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Project &amp; programmeTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Rachel Halliwell -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Rachel.Halliwell@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rachel.Halliwell@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> / 01438 843409 Linda Morrison -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Linda.Morrison@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Linda.Morrison@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> / 01992 556301 for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 18 and 19 September 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £47,181 – £50,269 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you passionate about creating safe, compliant, and supportive working environments? We’re looking for a dedicated Corporate Health and Safety Adviser to join our team and help ensure that the Council meets its statutory responsibilities and continues to prioritise the wellbeing of its staff, schools, and wider community.In this vital role, you’ll provide expert health and safety advice and guidance across a range of council services, including local authority operations, educational settings such as schools and trusts, and other client organisations. You’ll work collaboratively with internal managers and external partners to raise awareness, strengthen health and safety culture, and embed best practices across the board.As our Health and Safety Adviser, your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Ensuring the Council remains fully compliant with all relevant health and safety legislation and responsibilities.</li><li>Supporting the implementation of corporate health and safety policies and strategy across a variety of settings.</li><li>Advising, training, and coaching service teams and leadership to build strong safety awareness and competence.</li><li>Leading accident investigations and providing clear, constructive recommendations.</li><li>Developing and delivering a robust, risk-based health and safety audit programme for both the corporate and educational estate.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are an experienced and highly capable Health and Safety professional with a strong background in both operational and advisory roles. You’ve worked closely with senior managers, clients, and regulatory bodies such as the Health and Safety Executive and Fire Authority, offering sound advice, conducting audits, ensuring compliance, and delivering impactful training and guidance. Your excellent communication skills allow you to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders - including management, employees, and Trade Union representatives - successfully influencing and promoting a strong health and safety culture across organisations.You’re comfortable working independently, undertaking in-depth research, and producing clear, detailed documentation - from complex reports and policy documents to tailored training materials. Your training and presentation skills are well developed, and you’re confident designing and delivering courses that meet the needs of diverse client groups. Highly organised, you thrive in busy environments, balancing conflicting demands with a calm, solution-focused approach.You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in accident investigation, root cause analysis, and risk assessment, with a clear focus on practical, effective outcomes. You hold a NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health and Safety Practice and are committed to ongoing professional development, including a willingness to attain a Level 5 Health and Safety qualification.<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=1586843&amp;ptId=11732" target="_blank">download: Corporate Health Safety Adviser - Master JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1586845&amp;ptId=11732" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Job Title: Reception Administrator St Albans, Mid Herts and Cuffley Starting Salary: £25,185 progressing to £25,583 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours:Reception Administrator – St Albans Music School - 3.30pm-9pm Thursdays, 3.30pm-8pm Fridays (10 hours per week)Reception Administrator – Mid Herts (Hatfield) Music Centre - 8.15am-1.45pm, Saturdays during termtime (5.5 hours per week)Location: St Albans and Hatfield Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>For over 40 years Hertfordshire Music Service has successfully delivered musical opportunities to generations of young people throughout the county. The service is now one of the largest in the country with many thousands of young people involved in our weekly musical activities, supported by over 400 teachers.We receive funding from the Department for Education through the Arts Council England, as well as generous support from Hertfordshire County Council to provide world class music tuition to the residents and families of Hertfordshire.Our vision for 2020-30All Hertfordshire’s children and young people, regardless of background or circumstances, have the opportunity to discover or develop their unique musical voice and express themselves through the language of music.Our 11 music centres across the county are local musical community hubs with the ambition of providing engaging, life-long music education as well as a wider variety of activities including music technology, music production and youth leadership opportunities.HMS is a team of passionate musicians, teachers and educators who care deeply about enabling young people to experience the benefits of a high quality musiceducation. We deliver the incredible musical, personal and social outcomes that come from learning a musical instrument week in, week out.Join Our Team as a Reception Administrator!Are you passionate about music and administrative excellence? We’re seeking a dedicated Reception Administrator to be the welcoming face of Hertfordshire Music Service. As the first point of contact for students, parents, and staff, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations and fostering a positive environment.<h4>About the role</h4>The postholder will:<ul><li>Provide high quality customer service face to face, by email and on the telephone to all users of the Music Centre.</li><li>Provide high quality administrative support to the Regional Business &amp; Admin Manager, Regional Manager and / or Music Development Lead in charge.</li><li>Control entry access to the centre and ensuring all safeguarding requirements are satisfied.</li><li>Provide information and guidance to customers about the different musical activities of the centre and signposting of appropriate instruments and progression routes.</li><li>Ensure all rooms are set up appropriately and to take an active part in setting up the rooms as required. Manage pupils arriving for activities until the teacher is available to take charge. Ensuring registration paperwork is completed for new members.</li><li>Support the teaching staff with operational requirements to manage their schedules, i.e., delivering and quality checking completion of lesson registers, message taking and contacting pupils as required.</li><li>Ensure that all staff and visitors are signed into the centre. Supporting the Regional Business &amp; Admin Manager to ensure centre health and safety responsibilities are fulfilled and communicated to site users, including supporting with the management of evacuation and first aid requirements in case of emergency.</li><li>Support concerts, celebration events and music making days at the centre and other venues such as churches and concert halls for Music Centre concerts. Dealing with all appropriate administration including all payments associated with the event.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A good standard of literacy, numeracy and IT skills are important to deliver the role and to be able to support other staff and customers in their use of Music Service systems and procedures.</li><li>You will be a competent administrator with experience of using Microsoft Office and customer relationship management systems.</li><li>You will be someone who is confident to be the first point of contact for both customers and managers.</li><li>You will be self-motivated, professional and approachable as well as an excellent team member.</li><li>You will have a keen eye for detail, particularly when managing sensitive or confidential information and ensuring data is handled securely in line with GDPR rules.</li><li>You must be willing to undertake a variety of administrative tasks, operating within departmental policies and procedures.</li><li>Good problem-solving skills, able to apply learning from any previous experience.</li><li>Good written and verbal communications skills.</li><li>Excellent time management skills and an ability to strategically prioritise key tasks at peak workload points.</li><li>Willing and able to learn new skills and adapt to the changing needs of the role and service.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>A keen interest in music and education is desirable alongside a willingness to learn new musical skills to better support the Service.</li><li>Experience of delivering consistently high customer service and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, families and staff.</li></ul><ul><li>Rewarding Challenges: In this role, you’ll encounter diverse challenges daily. From managing inquiries to coordinating schedules, you’ll develop problem-solving skills and adaptability.</li><li>Career Development: As a Reception Administrator, you’ll gain valuable experience in administration, customer service, and communication. This role serves as an excellent stepping stone for future career growth within our organisation.</li><li>Impactful Role: Your work directly contributes to the success of our music programs. By efficiently handling administrative tasks, you’ll support teachers, students, and parents, ensuring they have a seamless experience.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Business Support Services, level BUS4 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Business support servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Oliver Milne (<a href="mailto:oliver.milne@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">oliver.milne@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Interview Date: 17th September 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Reception Administrator St Albans, Mid Herts and Cuffley

Job Title: Domestic Abuse Practitioner Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 pa per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>We are recruiting for a Domestic Abuse Practitioner to be part of our existing Family Safeguarding Service.The Family Safeguarding Model is a framework which has been highlighted as a beacon of best practice in the Government’s recent National Review into the tragic murders of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes and Star Hobson. The Family Safeguarding model centres around a multi-disciplinary team who are highly trained in Motivational Interviewing, a counselling approach that creates confidence in parents to change their behaviours that cause harm to their children. This is a proven approach that empowers parents to make meaningful changes and reduce harm to their children. It sets out to empower families, and their extended networks to help children achieve the best outcomes.This is a great opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team which has parental mental health, substance misuse and domestic abuse specialists all working in one team, alongside children’s social workers and children’s practitioners.<h4>About the role</h4>Family is at the heart of our work in Hertfordshire and that includes supporting our highest risk families using the Family Safeguarding Approach. As a Domestic Abuse Practitioner you will play a vital role in supporting families and helping victims of domestic abuse and violence by delivers a programme of support. The programme helps victims learn about domestic abuse and how this impacts them, how it impacts children, how it impacts their parenting of children and to think about how they can be safe in relationships.This role works directly with victims of domestic abuse within families whose children are currently supported though a Child in Need or Child Protection Plans. You will use the Family Safeguarding Modules and your Motivational Interview Skills to undertake home visits and attend relevant multi-agency meetings to contribute to safeguarding plans that promote long term safety and wellbeing in the best interest of the families.<h4>About you</h4>We’re looking for someone compassionate, resilient, and committed to making a difference.You’ll bring:<ul><li>Knowledge and relevant experience of having worked with victims of domestic abuse in a previous or current role.</li><li>Build positive and respectful working relationships with a range of stakeholders and service users.</li><li>Have undertaken good quality and appropriate risk assessments of victims of domestic abuse which responded to their specific needs and protect them and their families from harm.</li><li>Up to date knowledge of housing, criminal, civil and welfare rights legislation relating to domestic abuse.</li><li>Ability to remain calm under pressure whilst discharging your duties.</li><li>To be non-judgemental, non-directive and maintain confidentiality of victims/survivors of domestic abuse.</li><li>Excellent communication skills including active listening skills and empathy.</li><li>Demonstrate good report writing, timeliness and resilience, professional curiosity, being creative as you carry out your duties.</li><li>A commitment to HCC's defined values and behaviours framework.</li><li>Have a driving license and car to use for work purposes.</li></ul>Why Join Us? This is a unique opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes specialists in parental mental health, substance misuse, and domestic abuse—working side-by-side with children’s social workers and practitioners. Together, we empower families and their support networks to achieve the best outcomes for children.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Denise.Stafford@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Denise.Stafford@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 11th SeptemberBenefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Domestic Abuse Practitioner

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 a year pro rata Hours per week: 18 &amp; 14 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;We're seeking an individual experienced in working with older people in dedicated care environments. You will often work alone and coordinate with external agencies and caring services to support vulnerable adultsYour role will involve tenancy management, addressing nuisance and antisocial behaviour, and enforcing actions as needed. Additionally, you'll conduct building inspections focusing on health and safety and necessary repairs.Proficiency in using various software packages, writing concise reports, and effective communication with a diverse range of people is essential. You must manage your time and workload efficiently, using resources effectively.Engaging with tenants face to face is a critical part of this role and as such homeworking is not applicable to this post.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You have a strong background in assessing and supporting tenants' needs, with a keen understanding of housing legislation, welfare reform, benefits, and sustaining tenancies. Your experience includes working with diverse cultural groups and recognising their unique needs within a caring context.You're proficient in communicating with a wide range of individuals, remaining calm under pressure, and handling sensitive situations. Your education includes being a member of the Chartered Institute of Housing or holding equivalent qualifications or experience.Flexibility, the ability to work as part of a team, and a valid driving license with access to a car for travel across the Borough are crucial. You're also open to ongoing training to meet service requirements.Join us and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you support while growing with a dedicated and passionate team.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1584468&amp;ptId=11726" target="_blank">download: 020661405P 202303 L5 Sheltered Housing Officer.docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1590715&amp;ptId=11726" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Sheltered Housing Officer

<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.<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=11729" 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=11729" 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: £39,152 - £41,771 a year plus £5,500 market supplement allowance and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) Hours per week: 37 Contract type:Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? We are looking for an experienced and motivated&nbsp;Supervising Social Worker&nbsp;to join our dynamic&nbsp;Fostering Team, playing a key role in supporting some of the most vulnerable children in our borough.As a Social Worker within our Fostering Service, you will:<ul><li>Carry out the full range of statutory Family Placement responsibilities in line with the&nbsp;National Minimum Standards for Fostering Services&nbsp;and&nbsp;Fostering Services Regulations.</li><li>Promote the best interests of children and young people at all times.</li><li>Manage a varied caseload that includes the&nbsp;recruitment, assessment, supervision, and training&nbsp;of foster carers.</li><li>Deliver high-quality support and contribute to the&nbsp;planning and review processes&nbsp;for children in placement.</li><li>Prepare and present detailed reports to the&nbsp;Fostering Panel.</li><li>Work autonomously and in partnership with a range of professionals to ensure a seamless, high-quality service.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for someone with:<ul><li>Substantial post-qualifying experience&nbsp;in fostering and statutory children’s social work.</li><li>A&nbsp;DipSW, CQSW or equivalent&nbsp;recognised professional qualification.</li><li>Strong&nbsp;forensic assessment skills&nbsp;and the ability to supervise and support foster carers effectively.</li><li>A thorough understanding of&nbsp;fostering legislation, regulations, and&nbsp;Care Planning and Fostering Regulations 2015.</li><li>The ability to work on complex and challenging cases&nbsp;independently&nbsp;and as part of a team.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with children, families, and multi-agency professionals.</li><li>A sound understanding of&nbsp;child development,&nbsp;family dynamics, and the ability to assess&nbsp;risk of significant harm.</li><li>Commitment to identifying&nbsp;gaps in service&nbsp;and influencing service delivery.</li><li>Willingness and ability to&nbsp;visit children and families in their own homes regularly.</li></ul><h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&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=1596950&amp;ptId=11711" target="_blank">download: Supervising Social Worker JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1596951&amp;ptId=11711" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Supervising Social Worker

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £12.38 a hour Hours per week: casual Contract type: Casual&nbsp;Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.Do you have a passion for helping people, families and carers to lead a better everyday life and the ability to provide care for peoples physical, emotional and social needs? If yes we want to hear from you.This is a vital role within the Support to Live service where you’llassist people with a range of activities, and services within their own homes, the community and day centres sites. You’ll contribute to the development of care and support plans, to maximise independence to develop people’s daily living skills using a strengths-based approach.<h2>About you</h2>&nbsp;To be successful in this role you must have some experience in community work or in social care services in a paid or voluntary capacity.It’s important that you have the ability to care for people in a way that promotes independence, choice and dignity.You must have the ability and willingness to gain QCF Level 3 Care.You’ll need to be able to read, write communicate effectively with a range of people in a variety of settings.We do ask that you are willing to work shifts, split-shifts, weekend, bank holidays including sleep-in and waking night duties as required.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<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>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=1311783&amp;ptId=11730" target="_blank">download: Support Worker - JD_.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1311784&amp;ptId=11730" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Support Worker

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £33,143 - £46,142 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you ready to help shape the future of Luton’s public spaces, schools, and housing? Luton Council is seeking a skilled and motivated Assistant Mechanical Engineer to join our friendly and forward-thinking Design &amp; Maintenance Team.Working under the guidance of the Principal Services Engineer and Project Design Manager, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality mechanical design services for a diverse range of projects, from modernising schools to upgrading public buildings. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on the community while developing your expertise in a collaborative and supportive environment.What you’ll be doing:<ul><li>Providing professional advice and delivering a wide range of mechanical services design for new developments and refurbishments.</li><li>Producing technical drawings using AutoCAD and/or Revit-based software.</li><li>Carrying out mechanical design calculations, including using software such as Stabicad, IES, or Hevacomp.</li><li>Writing clear, concise technical reports to inform project decisions.</li><li>Planning, prioritising, and managing your workload to meet deadlines and fee targets.</li><li>Collaborating with internal colleagues and external consultants to meet technical, financial, and legislative requirements.</li><li>Conducting site visits, including accessing all areas of building sites using ladders or scaffolding when required.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>What we’re looking for:<ul><li>A relevant professional qualification (HNC or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent work-based experience and training.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory requirements, including CDM regulations, building regulations, asbestos regulations, and IEE regulations.</li><li>The ability to create and maintain strong working relationships, consult effectively, and influence outcomes.</li><li>Understanding and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.</li><li>Confident use of mechanical design software and CAD/Revit tools.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills to balance conflicting priorities.</li></ul>Why join Luton Council?You’ll be part of a team that genuinely cares about improving our town’s infrastructure and community spaces. We offer a supportive work culture, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of seeing your designs come to life in projects that matter.If this sounds like your next career move, apply today and help us design a better Luton.<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=1601402&amp;ptId=11714" target="_blank">download: Progression Scheme - ALL Building Services Engineer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1601403&amp;ptId=11714" 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=1602721&amp;ptId=11714" target="_blank">download: Assistant Mechanical Engineer JD&amp;PS final.pdf</a></li></ul>





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<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision? We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £7.55 a hour Hours per week: 37 Contract type: ApprenticeshipStart your career in care and make a real difference every day. Join us as a Care Assistant Apprentice and become part of a dedicated team creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for older people and adults with learning disabilities. You’ll play a vital role in helping individuals achieve maximum independence, freedom, and choice in their daily lives.In this hands-on role, you’ll provide personalised care—covering physical, emotional, and social needs—in line with each person’s Care &amp; Support Plan. You’ll be based at a location set by your manager, but will also work flexibly across different sites within the borough to ensure high-quality support wherever it’s needed.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>Make a positive difference in people’s lives from day one. We’re looking for a compassionate and committed Care Assistant Apprentice to support older people and adults with learning disabilities in a way that promotes independence, choice, and dignity. You’ll provide physical, emotional, and social care tailored to individual needs, working as part of a team to ensure the highest standards of support.You’ll be confident communicating with residents, carers, and colleagues, able to keep accurate records, contribute to assessments, and advocate on behalf of the people you care for. With guidance from senior staff, you’ll also assist in the safe administration of medication.This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same—you’ll work flexibly across different sites in the borough, adapting to changing needs, and supporting the service during unforeseen situations. You’ll be trained in safe moving and handling techniques, follow health and safety regulations, and actively recognise and challenge discrimination.If you have a caring nature, a willingness to learn, and the flexibility to travel and work across locations, this apprenticeship offers the chance to build valuable skills, gain qualifications, and start a rewarding career in care. Apply today and start making a difference where it matters most.To be eligible, applicants must have resided in the EEA, Switzerland, Gibraltar or the UK for at least the previous 3 years before the start of the apprenticeship.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing EnglishIf you have a caring nature, a willingness to learn, and the flexibility to travel and work across locations, this apprenticeship offers the chance to build valuable skills, gain qualifications, and start a rewarding career in care. Apply today and start making a difference where it matters most.<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 - 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 including access to discounts on top UK retailers and local retailers&nbsp; - 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=1608506&amp;ptId=11713" target="_blank">download: Care Assistant Apprentice - Day Opportunities july25.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1608507&amp;ptId=11713" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Care Assistant Apprentice

Job Title: Senior Rural Estates Officer Starting Salary: £48,226 opportunity to progress to £53,459 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage/Hybrid&nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Looking to help manage one of the most varied and interesting Rural Estates? Join the Rural Estates team as either a Rural Surveyor or Project Manager.We are a team of 12 who sit within the wider property team, and are responsible for the management of the County Council’s Rural Estate which is 10,500+ acres with over 1,000 buildings spread across Hertfordshire.We are a forward thinking Estate striving for sustainability where there is an emphasis on protecting and enhancing nature alongside exploring commercial and strategic opportunities. We are already working on exciting projects such as Biodiversity Net Gain, tenancy re-organisations, 500 acres of development land, innovative farm re-lettings and habitat creation.You will sit alongside other Rural Surveyors and Estates Officers in a supportive team which creates a great environment to learn and develop.<h4>About the role</h4>There are currently two Senior Rural Estate Officer vacancies within the team, one of which is part time.The two posts have slightly different specialisms with one focussing on the day-to-day Estate management such a rent reviews, farm re-lettings, development projects. The other post focussing on the built project management side where you would lead on capital projects such as re-roofing houses, new barns, and small commercial conversions. Each post can be either part time or full time.Both posts would suit a newly qualified surveyor or someone looking for more variety in their role. The part time post would allow for great flexibility, especially if you are returning to the workplace.Your work will be both interesting and rewarding with no two days the same and you will be out on the Estate meeting with tenants or contractors.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Educated to degree standard (or equivalent experience) ideally in an RICS accredited degree or built environment/rural property related discipline.</li><li>Member of a professional organisation e.g. The RICS or a minimum of 5 years relevant experience (if you are not sure if you have the right experience please do contact us, there may be other suitable roles)</li><li>A proven track record of property or project management</li><li>Excellent Interpersonal Skills: You will have the confidence to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with colleagues, tenants, contractors, stakeholders and other external professionals.</li><li>Excellent communication in both written and verbal forms, together with problem solving skills.</li><li>You will hold a valid licence to drive in the UK and have your own car as you will need to travel across Hertfordshire to visit the estate properties</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Rural knowledge and experience: We hope the successful applicant will have experience working within a rural setting with a good knowledge of rural property management and the associated legal framework.</li><li>Good knowledge of budget management</li><li>Good knowledge, and ideally qualifications or training in Health and Safety matters such as Asbestos, CDM, NEBOSH, IOSH.</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity to join the Rural Estate team whether your interest is Estate Management, Project Management or both. &nbsp;The Estate is entering its exciting next phase with the implementation of the new strategic plan to ensure it continues to thrive in these changing times. The role will offer true work diversity across a host of unique property lettings, with everything from dairy and arable farms, woodlands and a country park to golf courses, a rural shopping village, an MOT service station and a brewery.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact&nbsp;Emma Chapman01992 556246<a href="mailto:Emma.chapman@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emma.chapman@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>,&nbsp; for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: to be confirmed&nbsp;Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Job Title: Customer Service Assistant - Hemel Hempstead Library Starting Salary: £25,185 opportunity to progress to £25,583 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 4.0 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire Libraries provide an innovative, successful service at the heart of the local community including small village libraries, town and city libraries, and performing arts libraries. We deliver key reading, health, learning, information, digital and culture offers including IT support, clubs and activities, access to digital resources and a thriving events programme to ensure we improve residents’ lives.<h4>About the role</h4>The role of Customer Service Assistant is varied and directly contributes to the success of our libraries through working collaboratively to deliver excellent customer service, IT support, information services and resources to our library users and assisting with ad hoc library activities as required.You will be a friendly and confident person who is happy to work in a customer facing role. You will be competent using computer packages for logging and searching for information. You will be organised and comfortable in assisting customers to issue and return books and tidying shelves.Hemel Hempstead Library HP1 4 hours per week&nbsp;Based with The Forum, run by Dacorum Borough Council, Hemel Hempstead library is open to the public seven days a week. The library is home to a CreatorSpace, offering a range of technologies. Hemel Hempstead Library also supports Adeyfield, Bovingdon, Kings Langley and Leverstock Green Libraries.This is a front of house role in a customer facing environment. As part of Hemel Hempstead Library customer service team, this is a great opportunity to support the community and contribute to Hertfordshire Libraries Inspiring Libraries Strategy.Please ensure you can work the rota before applying.<h4>About you</h4>You will have a positive and flexible attitude, and the skills and abilities to successfully interact with customers, completing tasks to deadlines and problem solve, engaging senior colleagues when appropriate.Essential:<ul><li>Knowledge of and/or experience of working in a customer focussed environment</li><li>Evidence of understanding and application of good customer services principles</li><li>Demonstrable organisational skills, showing a methodical ability to prioritise tasks</li><li>Demonstrates a desire to work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve service aims and objectives</li></ul>Customer Service Assistant roles offer successful applicants the opportunity to get involved in a hugely varied range of activities and help to make a positive difference to people’s lives.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM4 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Ian.Pattison@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ian.Pattison@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: to be confirmedBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>Rota Hemel Hempstead - Customer Service Assistant - 4 hpw.pdf</li></ul> 





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Customer Service Assistant - Hemel Hempstead Library

Job Title:&nbsp;Health Facilitation Practitioner Starting Salary:&nbsp;£27,485 progressing to £30,162&nbsp;per annum - Band 4 NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions Hours:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Location:&nbsp;Countywide Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate:&nbsp;Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Health Liaison Team supports people with Learning Disabilities who are Admitted to hospital for planned or emergency admission<h4>About the role</h4>You will be working to support clinical colleagues to understand and implement reasonable adjustments to reduce the risk of health inequalities. You will be co-delivering training to clinical staff with Experts by Experience through structured and informal sessions, along with supporting Student Nurses as part of the wider Health Liaison Team. We would encourage people who are passionate and creative about individual approaches to take on this hugely rewarding role.&nbsp;<h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria<ul><li>Possesses a full UK driving licence</li><li>Demonstrated experience supporting and working with individuals with learning disabilities within community settings</li><li>Familiarity with acute hospital environments and associated processes</li><li>Skilled in collaborating with a range of professionals across disciplines</li><li>Strong team player with experience contributing to multidisciplinary teams</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.To hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Louise.jenkins@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Louise.jenkins@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 14 July 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job outline, to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employerand guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>Health Facilitation Practitioner Band 4 Job Outline.pdf</li></ul> 





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Health Facilitation Practitioner

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £33,143 – £36,363 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term/ Secondment for 24 monthsThis is a hands-on, varied role where no two days are quite the same. You’ll be working on the frontline of housing services, supporting vulnerable individuals and families who are often facing difficult and complex circumstances. From assessing housing needs and managing temporary accommodation to liaising with partner agencies and recommending suitable pathways for those experiencing homelessness, your work will be both challenging and deeply rewarding. You’ll be part of a collaborative team working towards clear goals, but you’ll also be trusted to take the initiative and manage your own workload. Whether you're reviewing a suitability assessment or responding to urgent cases, your ability to stay calm under pressure and deliver solutions will be key.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.&nbsp;If you are a current LBC employee, this position is available to you as a secondment opportunity for up to 24 months. 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.<h2>About you</h2>You bring real experience of working in a busy and demanding environment, where teamwork and clear communication are essential. Ideally, you’ll have worked in a frontline housing or social care setting, with direct experience supporting vulnerable people and families.You’re great at building relationships, whether that’s with external partners, service users, or your colleagues. You know how to listen, negotiate, and problem-solve under pressure. Your written and verbal communication skills are strong—you’re confident explaining information clearly, preparing reports, and handling sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.You’ll need to be well organised, able to juggle competing demands, and comfortable using IT systems like Word, Excel, and databases. If you’ve worked in housing allocations or temporary accommodation before, that’s a bonus—but just as important is your willingness to learn and contribute to the team.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1557057&amp;ptId=11712" target="_blank">download: TA Temp Accom Allocations Lettings Officer JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1557058&amp;ptId=11712" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Allocations Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £45,718 - £48,710 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 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=11717" 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=11717" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Procurement/Utilities Assistant - Part time (Thursday &amp; Friday)Hybrid - £27,667 pro rata - Fixed Term Contract Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and looking for a flexible part-time role? We’re looking for aProcurement Assistant to support our busy Facilities team 2 days per week. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to essential operations and make a real impact in a supportive and collaborative environment.Key Responsibilities as a Procurement Assistant:<ul>
<li>Council Tax &amp; Utility Bills: Administer and manage all Council Tax and Utility (Gas/Electricity) bills for Hightown, resolving queries promptly and efficiently.</li>
<li>Supplier &amp; Agency Liaison: Communicate effectively with Local Authorities, Utility Providers, and Debt Collection Agencies to resolve issues swiftly.</li>
<li>Procurement Support: Assist in purchasing office stationery and supplies through approved suppliers.</li>
<li>Order &amp; Invoice Management: Raise purchase orders and process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Inbox Management: Monitor and respond to emails in the Facilities inbox, supporting both internal and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>System Updates: Maintain and update our Housing Management system with utility and component information and use it to resolve queries and raise ad hoc orders.</li>
<li>Post Handling: Collect, review, and action daily post and correspondence.</li>
</ul>Why Join Us as a Procurement Assistant?<ul>
<li>Opportunities for career growth and development.</li>
<li>33 days of annual leave pro-rata including Bank Holidays</li>
<li>Competitive salary of £27,663 per annum pro rata (14-hour week)</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus</li>
<li>Life assurance cover (three times your annual salary)</li>
<li>Access to favourable discounts and savings at high street retailers, gyms, restaurants, and cinemas</li>
<li>Ongoing training opportunities to develop your career</li>
<li>Employee support and health &amp; wellbeing services</li>
</ul><ul><li>Free access to on-site gym</li></ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS and references.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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