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Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About the roleWe are looking to recruit to the post of Education, Health and Care (EHC) Service Manager Administrator in North Northamptonshire Council. This is an exciting and varied opportunity working within the statutory Education, Health and Care Team.The role is fast paced supporting the EHC Service Manager to carry out the administration duties around the statutory assessment processes and recruitment processes. Training will be provided on our in-house systems.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects the community we serve. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates diversity as we know our greatest strengths are the people who make up our team.This position will be a hybrid of office and remote working with the expectation that at least one day will be worked in the office at Tithe Barn Road, Wellingborough NN8 1BN.Please ensure you read the job description, person specification and guidance for applying for a post within North Northamptonshire Council, as well as taking account of the about you section below.For informal enquiries please contact Sam Barrett via email at <a href="mailto:samantha.barrett@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">samantha.barrett@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>Shortlisting will take place on 03.10.2025Interviews will take place on w/c 06.10.2025What will you be doing?Providing a comprehensive and confidential range of effective and transparent business support to the EHC team.Acting as the first point of contact for service users and professionals.Co-ordinating and managing communications including managing inboxes, attending meetings, taking minutes, creating and updating documents.Working closely and jointly with the other service members as required to ensure continuity of support for the EHC Service and undertake other tasks as appropriate About youYou are a team player with the ability to use your interpersonal and customer service skills, to effectively communicate in a range of mediums with stakeholder groups, as well as the ability to quickly form strong and effective working relationships.You will have previously worked in an administration or business support role ideally for a large organisation which required you to work under pressure, utilising your organisational skills, ability to plan and prioritise workloads.You will be able to think ‘outside of the box’ and a can-do attitude is a must.You will have working knowlege and experience of using Microsoft IT packages including Word, Excel and bespoke databases, in an administrative capacity.Please see the attached person specification for full details of essential and desirable qualifications, experience, skills and abilities needed for this role. 





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EHC Caseworker Assistant

Our BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme. </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme</li><li>Professional subscriptions / registration - if your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li><li>Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul>About the roleWest Northamptonshire Council is a new large unitary council serving nearly half a million people, in settlements ranging from the historic town of Northampton (230,000) to the smallest hamlets, across 1,400km2 of attractive countryside. We have an ambitious transformation programme, providing services and assets to meet the needs of our communities in sustainable ways. Ensure that the Councils corporate properties and statutorily compliant and are being utilised correctly and take any necessary actions which may include enforcement so that visitors, employees and contractors are safe from harm. Ensure that any tenanted buildings commercial and housing outside of the HRA is safe and fit for occupation taking enforcement action when needed to ensure tenants are complying with their statutory and contractual duties. If you believe you can keep up with the pace and are looking for a new adventure then West Northamptonshire is the place to be.What will you be doing?You will be undertaking property inspections, monitor and report on compliance and assurance.Constructing specifications of work or services and commission works, inspections and testing to rectify any non-compliances. Creating professional technical reports and advice notes for a range of internal and external stakeholders particularly when taking enforcement action. Working with key stakeholders internal and external i.e. fire and rescue services and property estates to take enforcement action to protect from harm members of the public, employees and visitors from and ensure statutory (Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other legislation) and contractual duties are being fulfilled. Working with internal colleagues i.e., Health and Safety and Education to take action against Council property occupants i.e. schools governing bodies, to ensure that buildings are compliant, operated safely, and those that hold statutory duties or have building responsibilities fulfil their duties. Providing professional (chartered member) competent advice and guidance to the Council regarding property assurance and compliance matters. Ensuring that the data and information that the Council holds regarding its property assets and their condition and compliance status is kept up to date at all times using the available data repositories and software. About youWe are seeking a compliance engineer with either a mechanical or electrical background, someone who has experience of delivering compliance activity or has trade background, with a keen eye for detail, understanding of commercial issues. 





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Building Compliance Officer 

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleWest Northamptonshire Council is currently seeking to appoint the Asset Records and Systems Manager into its Property Strategy and Estates team. As a key member of the Property Strategy and Estates Team, the Asset Records and Systems Manager will be responsible for the maintenance and management of the councils’ estates terrier system including (but not limited to) the preparation of AutoCAD plans for the operational and investment estate. The Asset Records and Systems Manager will also be responsible for collating and providing detailed business intelligence to the Council on all facets of property related activity to enable sound, robust and effective property solutions to be delivered.This is an exciting opportunity to join the team and support the Councils objectives of shaping an Estates function that will be an example of best practice, and one that will deliver the best outcomes for the residents of the West Northamptonshire.What will you be doing?In the role of Asset Records and Systems Manager, you will have the opportunity to work on an extremely varied and diverse property portfolio of around 1000 assets. Reporting into to the Head of Property Strategy and Estates, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and managing the Councils estates terrier system. This will include the robust recording of records on all council land and buildings including (but not limited to) acquisitions, dedications, disposals, leases, accurate recording of backlog and planned maintenance activities as well as energy performance metrics (including utility costs) As the custodian of the records, you will provide detailed and robust business intelligence reporting that is essential to the work being carried out in the Property Strategy and Estates Team and will directly contribute to the effective and efficient management of the operational and investment estates, identifying opportunities where efficiencies could be made. Through the management and maintenance of the estates mapping software, you will enable services to identify need and ensure properties are in the optimal location to best serve the residents of West Northamptonshire. You will deliver high quality professional and technical advice to internal and external clients, and stakeholders, and support the Council’s transformation and property rationalisation agendaAbout youYou’ll bring with you a wealth of experience and expertise to enable the efficient recording and management of the estates data. You will have excellent communication skills with a track record of liaising with internal customers, including colleagues within the Works and Facilities teams to deliver a holistic asset data solution and manage the delivery of a varied caseload of work within the team, often to tight timescales You will need to have: <ul><li>Ideally be educated to Degree or have equivalent experience in a relevant subject</li><li>Excellent understanding and application of data and knowledge management working at a strategic level within complex corporate systems</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of the dynamics and complexities of public sector and the Local Government environment and its impact on service provision, staff and relationships with key stakeholders.</li><li>Organisational and time management skills and ability to plan and deliver objectives within an agreed timeframe.</li><li>Proven line management and supervisory experience, including recruitment, Performance management, appraisal, and conduct.</li></ul>





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Asset Records and Systems Manager

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Identifying individuals at risk of homelessness and managing a caseload to provide tailored support.</li><li>Offering advice and guidance on housing options, income maximisation, and financial support.</li><li>Building trusted relationships with clients to empower them to sustain their accommodation.</li><li>Collaborating with internal teams and external partners including social care, public health, and voluntary organisations.</li><li>Supporting clients with employability, training, and education opportunities.</li><li>Conducting home visits and maintaining accurate case records.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>A compassionate communicator who can adapt to different audiences and build rapport.</li><li>Have a strong knowledge of housing legislation, benefits systems, and local support services.</li><li>Experienced in working with vulnerable individuals, including those with complex needs.</li><li>Have the ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.</li><li>Proficient in Office 365 and willing to learn new systems.</li><li>A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.</li></ul>





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Early Intervention & Prevention Officer

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleThis is an exciting time to join the Sustainability Team and help deliver the Sustainable West Northants Project – an ambitious approach to protecting and improving the local environment, economy and society for future generations. Spearheaded by West Northamptonshire Council and partners across the area, the project aims to ensure everyone is working towards the same objectives and targets to deliver a sustainable future. To ensure delivery of this key project we are seeking to recruit a passionate and knowledgeable project officer, who will work alongside existing members of the Sustainability team to help us deliver our vision of a Sustainable West Northamptonshire. What will you be doing?You will take responsibility for delivery of a range of sustainability projects which will contribute towards the Council's wider sustainability ambitions. Additionally, you will deliver comprehensive and effective project support within the Place, Economy and Environment Directorate as necessary.This will include producing reports, strategy and policy documents at the request of the project team, specifically within the Place, Economy and Environment Directorate, to an exceptionally high standard.About youAbout you Passionate about the environment and sustainability you will enjoy working within a team environment whilst also being confident to work alone when needed. Ideally you will have experience and knowledge of sustainability, its application within an organisational setting and be able to take responsibility for delivery of project objectives. You will be confident producing reports, strategy and policy documents to a high standard and ensure they are suitable for the target audience. You’ll use your attention to detail to undertake research and analyse the data to help inform and support delivery of the Project. You will need • A sound understanding or experience of sustainability • Ability to work independently, using own initiative • Ability to prioritise and work efficiently • To enjoy the challenge of contributing to and helping deliver innovative projects • Excellent attention to detail and computer skills • Experience of data analysis and producing reports • Experience of project management • Great communication skills • Excellent customer service skills to ensure our colleagues and partners have a positive experience 





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Sustainability Projects Officer

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleBased: TowcesterWest Northants Council Adult Social Care has been on an exciting journey of transformation since we became a unitary authority in April 2021. This has given us the opportunity to really look at how we provide adult social care on a more localised level, leading to lots of exciting innovations and a new model of working which puts people and their communities firmly at the heart of what we do. What will you be doing?We are looking for passionate and accomplished Social Workers to join our dedicated and supportive teams in West Northamptonshire. Within:Community Hub teams: based across Northamptonshire. Our community teams have a very varied role and support a wide range of adults from 18 plus, with a variety of needs. We also have our rural community teams.Your role will involve triaging safeguarding referrals for people living in their own home, ensuring a decision is made quickly to get the person onto an appropriate pathway for support. You will be responsible for making contact with people to fact find for the safeguarding enquiry or to provide advice and guidance on local services. You will work closely with our partner agencies to improve the safeguarding process going forward and improve the experience for our community.Click the link to hear from employees in our Social Work teams about what they do, and what the love about their roles at West Northants Council: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-adult-social-work-teams" target="_blank">Our Adult Social Work teams | West Northamptonshire Council (westnorthants.gov.uk)</a>.If you would like to know more about current vacancies before formally applying, please email <a href="mailto:Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> who will be happy to arrange an informal and confidential call.Hours: Our standard hours are 9am-5pm, however there is the option for flexible working, and part time hours are available for some roles so please do ask!A car owner, is required. About youIf you are passionate about adult social care, have a social work qualification/equivalent and are registered with Social Work England, we would love to hear from you. We are looking for individuals with a proactive, innovative approach who can problem solve creatively, and have a passion for fostering the strengths of individuals. You will play a crucial role in conducting timely assessments, developing support plans, and implementing support in accordance with the Care Act 2014. As someone who is committed, hardworking, and enthusiastic, you will thrive in working in a fast-paced environment. Strong communications skills will be essential, as you'll be working collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including community groups and the voluntary sector as well as colleagues in health and other sectors. If you love a challenge and have an openness to learn, join us on this rewarding journey of making a true difference in the lives of the individuals we support in West Northants. Career development and training opportunities As a Social Worker joining West Northants Council, you’ll receive a supportive induction and shadowing period to enable orientation to the service. It is important to us that we ensure we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and offer training and development opportunities for those who want to progress or specialise, for example AMHP training (for those 2 years post-qualified). We will pay for your Social Work of England registration, and all our Social Workers receive a paid subscription to Community Care inform, where you can access research, practice guidelines, legislation updates etc., to support your professional development.We welcome applications as well for PSW/Assistant Team Manager.<a href="https://jobs.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs/job/Social-Work-Assistant-Team-Manager-Adults/5665" target="_blank">Social Work Assistant Team Manager (Adults) | 31 August, 2025 | Jobs and careers with West Northamptonshire Council</a>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Qualified Social Worker - Adults 

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleBased: DaventryWest Northants Council Adult Social Care has been on an exciting journey of transformation since we became a unitary authority in April 2021. This has given us the opportunity to really look at how we provide adult social care on a more localised level, leading to lots of exciting innovations and a new model of working which puts people and their communities firmly at the heart of what we do. What will you be doing?We are looking for passionate and accomplished Social Workers to join our dedicated and supportive teams in West Northamptonshire. Within:Community Hub teams: based across Northamptonshire. Our community teams have a very varied role and support a wide range of adults from 18 plus, with a variety of needs. We also have our rural community teams.Your role will involve triaging safeguarding referrals for people living in their own home, ensuring a decision is made quickly to get the person onto an appropriate pathway for support. You will be responsible for making contact with people to fact find for the safeguarding enquiry or to provide advice and guidance on local services. You will work closely with our partner agencies to improve the safeguarding process going forward and improve the experience for our community.Click the link to hear from employees in our Social Work teams about what they do, and what the love about their roles at West Northants Council: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-adult-social-work-teams" target="_blank">Our Adult Social Work teams | West Northamptonshire Council (westnorthants.gov.uk)</a>.If you would like to know more about current vacancies before formally applying, please email <a href="mailto:Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> who will be happy to arrange an informal and confidential call.Hours: Our standard hours are 9am-5pm, however there is the option for flexible working, and part time hours are available for some roles so please do ask!A car owner, is required. About youIf you are passionate about adult social care, have a social work qualification/equivalent and are registered with Social Work England, we would love to hear from you. We are looking for individuals with a proactive, innovative approach who can problem solve creatively, and have a passion for fostering the strengths of individuals. You will play a crucial role in conducting timely assessments, developing support plans, and implementing support in accordance with the Care Act 2014. As someone who is committed, hardworking, and enthusiastic, you will thrive in working in a fast-paced environment. Strong communications skills will be essential, as you'll be working collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including community groups and the voluntary sector as well as colleagues in health and other sectors. If you love a challenge and have an openness to learn, join us on this rewarding journey of making a true difference in the lives of the individuals we support in West Northants. Career development and training opportunities As a Social Worker joining West Northants Council, you’ll receive a supportive induction and shadowing period to enable orientation to the service. It is important to us that we ensure we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and offer training and development opportunities for those who want to progress or specialise, for example AMHP training (for those 2 years post-qualified). We will pay for your Social Work of England registration, and all our Social Workers receive a paid subscription to Community Care inform, where you can access research, practice guidelines, legislation updates etc., to support your professional development.We welcome applications as well for PSW/Assistant Team Manager.<a href="https://jobs.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs/job/Social-Work-Assistant-Team-Manager-Adults/5665" target="_blank">Social Work Assistant Team Manager (Adults) | 31 August, 2025 | Jobs and careers with West Northamptonshire Council</a>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Qualified Social Worker - Adults

Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About the roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a person to join our team at North Northamptonshire Council . If you love working outdoors and are willing to learn a range of skills, this could be an excellent opportunity for you, apply now and become a valued member of the Grounds Arboriculture Services Team.The successful applicants MUST HAVE A FULL UK Driving Licence and be able to drive a company van to and from different locations within NNC. Applicants must also have previous experience in all aspects of Arb works, possess NPTC competencies CS30,31,32,36,38,39,40,41, the ability to work at height and operate machinery safely.The role is currently based out of the Kettering depot however the role may be deployed across the area of operations in Kettering, Wellingborough or Corby and the successful applicant may need to work out of any of these areas as a primary base.What will you be doing?Duties will includeTree worksClimbingOperating MachineryDigging with hand tools Strimming/Grass Cutting/Shovelling soil Manual Labour / Ground worksLitter pickingWeed sprayingDrivingUsing hand tools Planting treesAbout youCandidates will require previous Arb experienceWe operate in all weathers (rain or shine!) so you must be happy to work outdoors · This role can be physically demanding and will include lifting and carrying heavy equipment · Good communication skills as you will be liaising with our customers as well as internal members of staff and members of the public · You should have an interest in grounds maintenance or a willingness to learn new things · You should be willing to try your hand at other jobs within the service, as some flexibility would be desirableFULL UK DRIVING LICENCE REQUIRED





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Arborist 

Our BenefitsWe are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:<ul><li>SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits</li><li>A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions</li><li>Extensive Learning &amp; Development and career development opportunities</li><li>Subsidised town centre car parking scheme</li></ul>About the roleYour Social Work Journey Starts Here! Join Northamptonshire Children’s Trust as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW)Are you ready to make a real difference in children’s lives—and have some fun while you’re at it? At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, we’re not just offering you a job… we’re offering you a vibrant career with purpose, passion, and people who get it.Why Choose Us? Because we know the first steps in your social work journey are the most important. That’s why we’ve built a brilliant ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment) programme, designed to support, inspire, and empower you every step of the way.Here’s what’s waiting for you:<ul><li>A structured and supportive ASYE programme</li><li>Mentoring from experienced and friendly practitioners</li><li>A team that celebrates successes and lifts each other up</li><li>A workplace culture that values YOU—your ideas, your voice, your well-being</li><li>Ongoing training, CPD, and career development opportunities</li><li>A Relationship Practice Approach</li><li>NCT Values at the heart of the work we do with children, young people and families</li></ul>We know social work can be tough—but it’s also deeply rewarding, and with the right team behind you, it can even be joyful.For further information or an informal chat please email <a href="mailto:Sarah.Parker@NCTrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Sarah.Parker@NCTrust.co.uk</a>What will you be doing?We recognise the importance of supporting our newly qualified staff. That’s why all NQSWs will undertake the Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE). This structured program will help you transition into your role, providing mentorship, training, and opportunities to build your expertise.Main duties to include::<ul><li>Manage a caseload of children and young people requiring social work support, including children in need and children looked after.</li><li>Work alongside experienced social workers on complex casework to develop your skills and confidence.</li><li>Conduct assessments, visit children and their families, and carry out direct work to support their needs.</li><li>Develop and review care plans, ensuring all interventions prioritise the best interests of children and young people.</li></ul>Be the Change. Be the Support. Be the Spark Whether you’re passionate about safeguarding, children with lived experiences, family support, or empowering young people Northamptonshire Children’s Trust is where you can grow your skills, find your rhythm, and truly thrive.Apply now and let’s shape the future, together.About youWe’re building a workforce that makes a real difference. To join our ASYE programme as an NQSW, you must be:<ul><li>Degree-qualified in Social Work (undergraduate or postgraduate)</li><li>Either in your final year of study, awaiting your final results or recently qualified (Not worked as social worker before)</li><li>Passionate about improving the lives of children and families</li><li>Able to work under pressure with strong organisational skills</li><li>You have or are in the process of obtaining your Social Work England registration</li><li>Able to drive and have access to a vehicle or actively learning do so</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK – please note, we do not currently offer visa sponsorship for this role</li></ul>This post is covered by the statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for the role.Enhanced DBS clearance and SW England required. Some posts in MASH and First Response (s47) teams are based in the Criminal Justice Centre (CJC) and are therefore subject to annual vetting by Northamptonshire Police. This clearance is required to undertake the role. Important dates:Advertising from: 28/7/25Start date:12/1/26 





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Newly Qualified Social Workers (ASYE) - Social Work Academy    

Our BenefitsWe value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage…<ul><li>A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family</li><li>Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through our salary sacrifice scheme</li><li>Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances</li><li>Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings</li><li>Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches to support your personal and professional growth</li><li>Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day</li><li>Access to Peer Support Groups through our IDEAL staff equality, diversity and inclusion network</li><li>Opportunities to nominate and receive Employee Recognition Awards</li><li>An Our Cambs Rewards account, giving you access to in-store and online discounts as well as our Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes</li></ul>Take a look at our Employment Benefits Brochure attached to this advert to find out more.About the roleThis post is for 32 hours per week, 9am to 3pm, Monday to Wednesday and 9am to 4pm Thursday and Friday. This contract is for all year round, fixed term until 31 March 2026. NJC Grade 1 – £12.65 per hourAre you who we are looking for to join our team of childcare professionals at Oasis Nursery, Oasis Community Centre, Wisbech? We are busier than ever and looking to expand our team. What will you be doing?You'll play a key role in working as part of our nursery team. You will predominately be offering support to children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or other identified requirements, as well as helping to deliver our curriculum to all children. You will be implementing the children’s individual development plans to help them achieve their full potential and offer engaging and purposeful experiences that are appropriate to the children’s age and stage of development.You will ensure that children’s well-being and safety is always at the forefront. You will be an important member of the team, ensuring that the nursery is compliant with the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Requirements and Cambridgeshire County Council policies and procedures. About you We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual who will work closely with the rest of the team and give children the best experiences while they are in the nursery. You will have a flexible approach to adapt to the dynamic needs of the nursery. You will be willing to undertake necessary training, including Child Protection and Paediatric First Aid.Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Laura Hunt on <a href="mailto:laura.hunt@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.hunt@cambridgeshire.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:laura.hunt@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a> or Susan Sykes on <a href="mailto:susan.sykes@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">susan.sykes@cambridgeshire.gov.uk</a> 





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Childcare Practitioner

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleWest Northamptonshire Council is the lead authority for a large shared service, delivering HR &amp; Payroll, Finance and Business Systems to a number of public sector partners. The Business Systems team is a complex and multi-site customer support and development function, providing services across several applications including our ERP (integrated finance, procurement, HR and payroll) system. We’re looking for two enthusiastic and motivated individuals to fill the role of ERP Functional Analyst. You will deal with complex incidents and system developments relating to our Unit4 Business World ERP and connected systems across finance, HR and payroll functions. One of the roles will be specifically focused on the General Ledger, Reporting, Planner and Fixed Assets modules. You’ll be joining an established functional development team in a demanding environment. The position is based in Northampton however we also offer remote flexible working.What will you be doing?As part of one of our small teams specialising in a particular functional area, you will be responding to technical requests, resolving complex incidents and undertaking developments in the systems we support. As well as an enquiring mind and being good at problem solving, you’ll be keen to continually develop your skills as well as support the development of the rest of our team by sharing your knowledge and experience.About youYou must have strong technical background knowledge and understanding of ERP or financial systems, as well as be interested in how IT applications, particularly databases, work. Knowledge and experience of Unit4 Business World would be an advantage. For the dedicated finance role, you must have a strong finance background and have, or be working towards the final stages of, an accounting qualification.We need someone who is able to work to deadlines as well as prioritise, organise and manage their workload. You’ll need great interpersonal skills and be able to represent our service in a positive and professional way, communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders.





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Functional Analyst (ERP)

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleThe Family Hub programme is designed to assist children and young people (aged 0-19, or up to 25 for those with SEND) and their families by providing a range of support and early help services. This initiative aims to improve outcomes for children while reducing the need for statutory services. It operates through an integrated Family Hub Model, delivering services across Local Area Partnership AreasThis is an exciting time to join our Family Hub team. We’re a relatively new local authority, created in April 2021 and we are at the beginning of our Family Hub journey. We have one Family Hub open with more due to open imminently. There is still plenty of opportunity to develop the service and shape our offer to families so we can provide the best possible service to children, young people and their families across West Northamptonshire CouncilWhat will you be doing?To offer administrative support to the Family Hub Service.We are seeking a dedicated and organised individual to join our Family Hub Team, ensuring the smooth operation of our services and providing vital support to families, children, and young people. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all queries and registrations from both internal and external sources receive prompt and appropriate responses. You will monitor various inboxes, process incoming data and registrations, and produce letters and reports whilst adhering to reporting timescales. Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate records through data entry, preserving confidentiality at all times. As a welcoming face of the Family Hub, you will meet and greet families and partners, introducing them to the Family Hub programme and activities, while encouraging their engagement and participation. You will support the team in developing and planning a timetable of engaging activities, ensuring all resources are accessible to families.Additionally, you will co ordinate training events, courses, and parenting programmes both in person and via online systems, providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure their success. We are recruiting a Business Support Apprentice with the opportunity to work towards a Level 3 apprenticeship in Business Administration. To support you, you will have time off the job for your studies and your salary will be 70% of the full BSO role, rising to 100% upon achievement of your apprenticeshipAbout youWe need a bright and dedicated individual, passionate about working towards making a positive difference for their local community. You will be highly organised, capable of managing and prioritising conflicting tasks, and will have a sharp attention to detail.You will show resilience, teamwork, and the ability to build strong and positive relationships with colleagues at all levels in the authority and external partners and stakeholders. You will bring new and innovative ways of working to the table, embrace change and continually evolve, as our service evolves and grows.You may not have experience in an administrative role, or have experience in the public sector, but you will be able to demonstrate your ambition to learn and will be driven by your attitude to deliver an exceptional service. We welcome applicants looking for a new challenge or looking to kickstart their career in local government.You will need: <ul><li>A positive, responsive and adaptable attitude</li><li>Confidence to work independently</li><li>An innovative and creative approach to work</li><li>A team driven approach to delivery </li><li>A customer focused approach </li><li>A willingness to learn new skills and work with different service areas</li></ul>Your skills will include: <ul><li>Excellent organisation and time management </li><li>The ability to manage multiple tasks at a time and prioritise your workload</li><li>Top quality customer service</li><li>Great IT skills and confidence with picking up new systems and software</li><li>Acting sensitively and with integrity around confidential information</li></ul> 





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Business Support Officer (Apprentice)

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleWe are seeking an enthusiastic and self motivated Operational Hub Lead for the South Midlands Careers Hub to lead the team in improving the careers outcomes for young people in the region.Our role is to connect together local employers with careers leaders in schools, colleges and training providers to coordinate careers education and enhance each student's early experiences of the work place. The South Midlands Careers Hub supports around 150 schools, colleges and providers across Bedfordshire and Luton, Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire.Hub supported programmes bring partners together, to act with the shared aims of inspiring young people, and giving students the knowledge and practical skills to make decisions about their next steps.The South Midlands Careers Hub has a focus on tackling disadvantage, with three priority areas: 1. Continuous improvement of careers provision in schools and colleges against the Gatsby Benchmarks through support, training for the education workforce and quality assurance.2. Increasing the number of high-quality work experience opportunities available for young people 3. Boosting apprenticeships and technical pathways, including supporting the implementation of the Provider Access Legislation (PAL)Interviews for this role are expected to be on 17 or 20 October 2025.What will you be doing?Working as part of the Careers Hub Team, you will have a fast pace and varied role by:<ul><li>Driving sustainable system change in careers provision within the hub and as part of the national network of Careers Hubs across England by ensuring the hub is at the centre of local careers provision and policy making decisions.</li><li>Leading and managing a high-performing team of Enterprise Coordinators, focusing on professional growth and alignment with strategic goals.</li><li>Leading and driving cross sector engagement and collaboration to ensure all young people can access high quality careers and enterprise education that aligns with the local Employment and Skills Strategy and Local Authorities economic and skills priorities, ensures improved career outcomes and achieves sustainable change in careers provision at a local and national level.</li><li>Leading, managing and developing a team of delivery professionals and volunteers to provide high quality careers provision following the best practice outlined in Gatsby Benchmarks, the Government’s Careers Strategy and the Grant Funding Agreement with the Careers and Enterprise Company.</li></ul>About youYou will have excellent communication skills and experience of working collaboratively with partner organisations, developing strong links with internal colleagues and external partners.You will be able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of a subject relevant to the role, such as a strong understanding of local and national policy relating to skills and economic development, issues and barriers to employment faced by young people, and understanding of post-16 landscape.You’ll use your professional expertise and knowledge to support the delivery of the Careers Hub programme so that it is efficient and suitable to meet the needs of schools, partners, businesses and providers in line with the funding agreement requirements and strong project management skills.You will need to have a solutions driven and adaptable approach to working, thrive in a busy environment and have a positive approach to challenges.You will be able to smoothly manage processes whilst being able use your own initiative to 'think outside of the box’ whilst having strong leadership and line management skills to lead the team with a full complex workload.





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Operational Hub Lead

Our BenefitsWe are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:<ul><li>SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)</li><li>Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £4000</li><li>Relocation costs of up to £8,000</li><li>Retention bonus payments for established personnel</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits</li><li>A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions</li><li>Extensive Learning &amp; Development and career development opportunities</li><li>Subsidised town centre car parking scheme</li></ul>About the roleWe have a wonderful Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub Team (MASH) here at Northamptonshire Children’s Trust! MASH is a very fast paced and busy team. The Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) enables the sharing of information between services so risks to children can be identified at an early stage. The successful candidate will collaborate with other professionals to ensure immediate and prompt responses. Their combined knowledge and expertise keep children and young people in Northamptonshire safe from harm. Our MASH teams are fun and supportive. We are supporting excellence in Social Work practice, with a new practice approach including, signs of safety and systemic practice, and clear personal development opportunities for the right candidates. For further information or an informal chat please email <a href="mailto:trudy.mukuhlani@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">trudy.mukuhlani@nctrust.co.uk</a> What will you be doing?You will provide high quality case work decisions and operational supervision for referral information, making informed decisions in respect of safety of children within 24 hours of the referral. You will work collaboratively with our MASH partners and the child's voice will be evident through your work and and play a vital role in protecting children from harm. About youYou will be a qualified social worker with proven 3 years of experience of working in a 'Front Door' service, who has completed your ASYE. Registered with Social Work England and have the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children and families. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation who provides fair and equal consideration to all our applicants.. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence.





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Senior Social Worker/Decision Maker - Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub

Our BenefitsWe are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:<ul><li>SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)</li><li>Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £4,000</li><li>Relocation costs of up to £8,000</li><li>Retention bonus payments for established personnel</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health pension protection.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits</li><li>A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions</li><li>Extensive Learning &amp; Development and career development opportunities</li><li>Subsidised town centre car parking scheme</li></ul>About the role“I love working in the court team because it places the emphasis on thorough assessment and robust social work analysis. The pastoral/management care is the best I have ever experienced and the opportunities to do real social work and make a real difference to children’s lives at such a crucial and pivotal time is amazing. We are given the trust and resources to act in the best interests of the children, even if that means innovation or thinking outside the box.”As a Children’s Social Worker at Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, you’ll join a supportive learning culture, be able to influence change, challenge others and share your expertise.Our Children in Care Team provides oversight for all the children in care in Northamptonshire. This includes children subject to legal proceedings as well as children with a plan to remain long term in our care. We focus on building meaningful relationships with young people, their families and their carers to ensure that we plan effectively for the future of every child. You’ll be conducting clear, accurate assessments, coordinating multi-agency approaches, and building positive relationships.This is a very fast paced and busy role that strives to deliver positive outcomes for our children and families in collaboration with our colleagues in the Leaving Care Service and our external partners.We welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates so please feel free to email one of our corporate parenting, service manager: Steve Tee, <a href="mailto:stacey.poe@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank"></a><a href="mailto:Stephen.Tee@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Stephen.Tee@nctrust.co.uk</a> and you can agree a mutually agreeable time to call you.What will you be doing?You will need to demonstrate that you have experience of looked after children care. Your experience could have been gained whilst working in a LAC, court team, attending court whilst working in a safeguarding service or another area of children’s services.This is a very fast paced and busy role that strives to deliver positive outcomes for our children and families in collaboration with our colleagues in the Leaving Care Service and our external partners.About youYou will be an experienced qualified, registered social worker, who has completed your ASYE and have the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children, young people and families. As an effective communicator you will be able to build positive, strength-based relationships with a diverse range of children, young people and families.As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision making to deliver purposeful and effective social care supported by experienced colleagues and managers.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check





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Social Worker - Children in Care  Long Term

Our BenefitsWe are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:<ul><li>28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health pension protection.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits</li><li>A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions</li><li>Extensive Learning &amp; Development and career development opportunities</li><li>Subsidised town centre car parking scheme</li></ul>About the roleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Child Protection Meeting Administrator to join our Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Team. This role is crucial in providing first-class, confidential, and proactive support to Senior Managers and the wider team, ensuring that our service operates efficiently and effectively to improve the experience and outcomes for our children and young people. We are seeking a proactive, enthusiastic, and highly organised individual with experience in minute-taking. The successful candidate will be able to establish and maintain strong professional relationships with internal colleagues at all levels, as well as with external partners. The ideal candidate will be a quick thinker, a collaborative team member, and adaptable to changing priorities on a daily basis. They must work with the utmost discretion and be a confident communicator. This is a fast-paced, demanding, and varied role, but also extremely rewarding. The base location for this role is at our William Knibb centre in Kettering, with additional travel around Northamptonshire. Please note this is a fixed term contract, up to 12 months.We welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates so please feel free to email: <a href="mailto:Alison.leeson@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Alison.leeson@nctrust.co.uk</a> and they can agree a mutually agreeable time to call you. What will you be doing?Key responsibilities includes promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, with regular Child Protection training. The role involves attending locations across Northamptonshire to take minutes of statutory Child Protection Conferences, requiring strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently to tight deadlines. You will manage and coordinate meetings, respond to queries, maintain accurate electronic records, and provide proactive support to Child Protection Chairs. Collaboration with Social Work teams, external agencies, and colleagues is essential to ensure smooth service delivery and continuity of support for Children’s Services. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.About youWe are looking for a highly organised and self-motivated individual who can effectively prioritise tasks and work independently to meet strict deadlines. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in written English, and demonstrate emotional resilience when handling sensitive information. You will be able to engage with a diverse range of people in a warm, calm, and professional manner, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that requires adaptability. A full UK driving license and access to your own transport is essential, with business mileage reimbursed.When applying please ensure your supporting statement covers how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education





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Child Protection Meeting Administrator 

Our BenefitsWe are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:<ul><li>SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)</li><li>Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £6,000</li><li>Relocation costs of up to £8,000</li><li>Retention bonus payments for established personnel</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health pension protection.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits</li><li>A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions</li><li>Extensive Learning &amp; Development and career development opportunities</li><li>Subsidised town centre car parking scheme</li></ul>About the role“I love working in the court team because it places the emphasis on thorough assessment and robust social work analysis. The pastoral/management care is the best I have ever experienced and the opportunities to do real social work and make a real difference to children’s lives at such a crucial and pivotal time is amazing. We are given the trust and resources to act in the best interests of the children, even if that means innovation or thinking outside the box.”As a Children’s Social Worker at Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, you’ll join a supportive learning culture, be able to influence change, challenge others and share your expertise.Our Children in Care Team provides oversight for all the children in care in Northamptonshire. This includes children subject to legal proceedings as well as children with a plan to remain long term in our care. We focus on building meaningful relationships with young people, their families and their carers to ensure that we plan effectively for the future of every child. You’ll be conducting clear, accurate assessments, coordinating multi-agency approaches, and building positive relationships.This is a very fast paced and busy role that strives to deliver positive outcomes for our children and families in collaboration with our colleagues in the Leaving Care Service and our external partners.We welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates so please feel free to email one of our corporate parenting, Service Managers: Stephen Tee, <a href="mailto:Stephen.Tee@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Stephen.Tee@nctrust.co.uk</a> or Lesley Lown, <a href="mailto:Lesley.Lown@NCTrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lesley.Lown@NCTrust.co.uk</a> and they can agree a mutually agreeable time to call you.What will you be doing?Our children in care service provides oversight for all the children in care in Northamptonshire. This includes children subject to legal proceedings as well as children with a plan to remain long term in our care.We focus on building meaningful relationships with young people, their families and their carers to ensure that we plan effectively for the future of every child.The service has 11 teams that work across the county and focus on particular cohorts of children.You will need to be experienced at court work and will be confident and capable enough to attend court on your own if necessary.About youYou will be an experienced qualified, registered social worker, who has completed your ASYE and have the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children, young people and families. As an effective communicator you will be able to build positive, strength-based relationships with a diverse range of children, young people and families.As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision making to deliver purposeful and effective social care supported by experienced colleagues and managers.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check





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Social Worker - Children in Care Court

Our BenefitsWe are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:<ul><li>SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)</li><li>Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £4,000</li><li>Relocation costs of up to £8,000</li><li>Retention bonus payments for established personnel</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health pension protection.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits</li><li>A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions</li><li>Extensive Learning &amp; Development and career development opportunities</li><li>Subsidised town centre car parking scheme</li></ul>About the roleThe Permanence Team is looking for a Social Worker to join the team to contribute to working collaboratively with families and supporting children, who are looked after by the Local Authority with a Care Plan of adoption, to achieve permanence.Skilled Social Workers in this team keep children at the heart of all we do; building meaningful relationships with children and young people, their families and carers, to ensure we plan proactively and effectively for the future of every child. You will need to demonstrate that you have experience of looked after children care. Your experience could have been gained whilst working in a LAC, court team, attending court whilst working in a safeguarding service or another area of children’s services.This is a very fast paced and busy role that strives to deliver positive outcomes for our children and families in collaboration with our colleagues in the Children in Care Service and our external partners.Get in TouchWe welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates so please feel free to email:Amanda Booth Team Manager, <a href="mailto:Amanda.Booth@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Amanda.Booth@nctrust.co.uk</a> and they can agree a mutually agreeable time to call you. What will you be doing?<ul><li>Undertaking court work proceedings.</li><li>Previous experience within a Children in Care setting</li><li>Ability to use a range of evidence-based interventions to effect change with children, young people and families and carers.</li><li>Skills in anticipating and responding appropriately to situations of conflict.</li><li>Self-organisation skills, with the ability to respond to duty, an allocated workload, prioritising tasks to achieve goals and meet timescales.</li><li>Have the proven ability to work autonomously and seek advice when necessary</li></ul>About youThe applicant must hold a recognised Social Work qualification (degree/diploma) and be registered with Social Work England. You will have a strong background in the provision of Children in Care, along with the motivation and drive for self-development.Previous experience of Adoption and Child Permanence Report (CPR) writingThis role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check





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Social Worker - Children in Care Permanence Team 

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleWe have an opportunity within the complex needs team at Gladstone Rd resource Centre which provides exceptional and bespoke support to adults with learning disabilities and who require support with complex needs. Gladstone Road Resource Centre is situated close Northampton town centre and is a dedicated service with the focus being on supporting those with complex needs. Those who access this service (customers) are at the centre of the support that we offer. Within the role you will receive continuous training and support, not only from your management but also the team around you. Who are all highly motivated to deliver the best standards of care and support.Working: Monday-FridayWhat will you be doing?You will work as part of a team supporting our customers with their day-to-day activities whilst accessing Gladstone Rd, resource Centre.Customers who access the service, follow a wide and varied range of activities to meet their physical, social and well-being outcomes. Examples of these are swimming or going to the gym. Also accessing, our local community to take part in leisure activities such as bowling, walks, cinema and such. When working with Customer’s, care and support is offered on a predetermined ratio of staff to Customers, this can mean supporting customers on 1-1 basis, through to supporting with smaller groups.About you<ul><li>A genuine interest in helping others and making a positive difference in their lives.</li><li>Being punctual, trustworthy, and consistent in providing care is fundamental.</li><li>Excellent physical stamina and the ability to work in various environments. As the role may require you at times to assist clients with mobility, including transferring from a bed to a chair. In/out of transportation, as well as recreation activities. </li><li>The ability to understand and respond to the emotions and reactions of others. </li><li>You will be able to work in an ever-changing environment, under pressure and possess a calm demeanour. </li><li>A willingness to support colleagues and work cooperatively, but comfortable working alone too, with our customers. </li><li>Willing to complete NVQ Level 2 in Care within 2 years.</li><li>Ideally a car owner, with business insurance- but this is not essential.</li></ul>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Apply now! As we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. <ul></ul>

Care and Support Assistant - Gladstone

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleThis is an opportunity to join our LibraryPlus team, where you will use your customer-facing skills to deliver a wide range of services, including the provision of activities and services for communities, children and their families, within library community spaces. Dealing with a variety of enquiries and tasks to include joining new borrowers, cash handling and local history enquiries, you will ensure that each customer has a positive experience in the library.This role will require regular weekend working and candidates will need to be flexible to the business needs of the service, including the ability to travel to other locations as required. This post is part time, working 4 hours every Saturday 10am - 2pm, and advertised on a pro-rata basis. The role will be based at Duston Library.IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES:To be considered for interview you will need to follow the application guidance, using the Supporting Statement text box to evidence each requirement listed on the person specification.What will you be doing?LibraryPlus offers a wide range of services; and you will assist customers with West Northants Council queries such as Blue Badge and concessionary bus pass applications, making this an ideal opportunity for an excellent communicator. Supporting, mentoring and coaching, you will promote and enable a diverse range of volunteering opportunities in the library and wider community.We aim to empower our customers by supporting them to become digitally fluent and with our core offer of reading materials and learning, we offer traditional services alongside a fast-paced and busy work environment to challenge and develop the successful candidate.About youCan you provide excellent customer service to all visitors to Duston LibraryPlus?Are you motivated and enthusiastic with a proactive approach?Are you creative and excited about delivering and supporting memorable activities for children and their families?Are you passionate about serving your local community and seeking partnerships with local organisations to benefit library customers?If so, you might be the person we are looking for.





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Weekend Library Assistant

Our BenefitsWe are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:<ul><li>SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)</li><li>Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £4,000</li><li>Relocation costs of up to £8,000</li><li>Retention bonus payments for established personnel</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health pension protection.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits</li><li>A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions</li><li>Extensive Learning &amp; Development and career development opportunities</li><li>Subsidised town centre car parking scheme</li></ul>About the roleAre you an experienced social worker that’s passionate and determined to ensure children, young people and their families are at the heart of everything you do?We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our passionate and committed Adoption team delivering high quality effective adoption services in line with the modernising adoption agenda.As a social worker within our Voluntary Adoption Agency (VAA), you will be joining a motivated and highly skilled team who work hard every day to get the best outcomes for children and their families and build on the progress already made in achieving the Ofsted judgement of GOOD with outstanding features in February 2025It’s a busy and exciting role where you will be recruiting, training and assessing prospective adoptive applications and supporting adoptive families through to the final adoption hearing. You will be part of a busy, supportive county-wide team with a learning culture and high standards.You will be expected to invest in the life of the team and develop working relationships which are based on collaborative and supportive methods of working, respecting others’ strengths, celebrating differences and seeking solutions.We welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates so please feel free to email: <a href="mailto:Lorrain.Taverner@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lorraine.Taverner@nctrust.co.uk</a> and they can agree a mutually agreeable time to call you. What will you be doing?<ul><li>Undertake succinct, timely and thorough Assessments of prospective applicants.</li><li>Engage and work directly with parents/ carers and children/ young people, using age and stage appropriate methods to inform the assessment and planning process, to hear their views and respond supportively.</li><li>Ensure all information and reports relevant to work carried out is recorded, updated and completed in an efficient and timely manner and according to Directorate/legislative policies and procedures so that decisions made and acted upon are fully evidenced and provide sufficiently for audit, court or any other legitimate purpose.</li><li>Attend adoption panel and court hearings as appropriate, to relevant cases, representing our children, adopters and adoption service professionally.</li><li>Work collaboratively as an adoption team member with applicants, adopters, colleagues, other professionals and services, to achieve positive working relationships and outcomes for children.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>You understand the lifelong impact of children’s early life experiences and their long-term resulting needs.</li><li>You understand the legal framework relating to adoption and have knowledge and experience of therapeutic parenting, attachment theory and the application of these to adoption issues in working with families and children.</li><li>You are an excellent communication both verbal and written skills</li><li>You have experience of undertaking assessments of children and families</li><li>You have a degree in Social Work, a valid Social Work England Registration, at least 3 years of post-qualification experience, a driving licence and car.</li></ul>We are looking for someone who ideally has experience of completing PAR Assessments or has adoption related experience from their work with children. Northamptonshire Children’s Trust is committed to <a>Adapting Adoption to the Modern World</a> and have a Relational Practice Approach. The pillars that empower best practice include Trauma Informed Approach, Systemic Practice, and Signs of Safety. Post qualification and training in related methodologies and tools including using the Secure Base Model in assessments will be beneficial but not essential.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check





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Social Worker - Adoption

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleAs a Business Development Officer within the Transport &amp; Highways service, you will play a key role in driving continuous improvement and enhancing customer and performance management across the service. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will support the development of procedures, monitor service indicators, and help resolve customer complaints and enquiries.You’ll be responsible for producing performance reports, analysing feedback, and ensuring service standards are met. Building strong relationships with contractors, councils, and stakeholders is central to the role, as is contributing to the council’s customer strategy. You’ll also support cross-service initiatives, promote a culture of continuous improvement, and provide professional advice to a range of partners including Members, MPs, and local stakeholders.This is a dynamic and collaborative role suited to someone with excellent communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for service development.What will you be doing?We are seeking a proactive and detail oriented individual to join our Transport &amp; Highways team as a Business Improvement Officer, supporting the delivery of high-quality services and driving continuous improvement across the department. In this role, you will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure customer feedback is effectively managed and service performance is consistently monitored and enhanced.You’ll be part of a team that’s focused on making services better for residents and communities. You’ll be involved in shaping how feedback is used to improve the way we work, helping to ensure that customer experiences are at the heart of service delivery. Whether it’s analysing performance data, supporting the resolution of customer concerns, or working with partners to streamline processes, your work will directly contribute to more efficient and responsive services. About youYou’ll be someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys making a real difference through your work. Ideally, you will have experience delivering excellent customer service and understand the importance of clear, responsive communication. You’ll bring a curious mindset and a keen eye for detail, with the ability to spot patterns in data and turn insights into action. Whether you're resolving customer concerns, supporting service improvements, or working with partners to streamline processes, you’ll be confident engaging with a wide range of people and comfortable managing competing priorities. If you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and being part of a team that’s always looking for better ways to do things, this role will suit you perfectly.If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please feel free to contact Michelle Johnson, Senior Business Improvement Officer, <a href="mailto:michelle.johnson@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">michelle.johnson@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place Week commencing 13th October 2025





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Business Improvement Officer

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.About the roleWest Northamptonshire Council is currently seeking to appoint a Graduate Estates Surveyor into its Property Strategy and Estates team. As a member of the team, the Graduate Estates Surveyor will have the opportunity to work on an extremely varied and diverse property portfolio. The role will include the day-to-day management of a programme of Landlord and Tenant activities, including lease renewals and rent reviews as well asset disposals and acquisitions, working, with the full support of the Council, towards becoming a professional member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors at the earliest opportunity. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team and develop your surveying career with West Northamptonshire Council. You will support the Councils objectives of shaping a Property Strategy and Estates function that will be an example of best practice, and one that will deliver the best outcomes for the residents of the West Northamptonshire. What will you be doing?In the role of a Graduate Estates Surveyor, you will have the opportunity to work on an extremely varied case load, covering a diverse property portfolio. Reporting into to the Estates Manager or the Property Strategy and Major Transactions Manager (as appropriate), you’ll deliver a programme of Landlord and Tenant activities, including lease renewals and rent reviews as well as asset disposals and acquisitions to meet the Council’s best value obligations. You will also be involved in the day-to-day management of the Councils extensive commercial investment portfolio which includes office, retail, and industrial properties across West Northamptonshire. You will support the wider estates team to deliver service objectives, seeking to minimise outgoings and maximise revenue income. Building on your knowledge gained through relevant degree, your workload will be tailored to best support the training requirements for the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC). You will receive full support for your studies as you work towards becoming a professional member of the RICS, building a long-term career with the Council as a Chartered Surveyor. About youYou’ll bring with you existing experience from completing a recognised degree which will enable you to support the efficient and cost-effective running of operational and income producing assets to minimise outgoings and maximise revenue income. Through experience of general estates management practices gained through your degree or possible work placement, you will assist in the negotiation of acquisitions and disposals and provide valuable wider support to the Estates team to deliver the best possible outcomes and gaining the requisite skills and experience to become a professional member of the RICS. Your good oral and written communication skills will enable you to represent the team as an interface between Tenants and the Council on operational property matters, and to make recommendations on service improvements and activities to support the transformational objectives of the council’s services. You will need to: Be educated to Degree level or equivalent in an Estates Management or similar disciplineBe a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (or equivalent professional qualification)Have experience of working with all MS Office applications (Word, Excel, MSTeams).Have a desire and commitment to build a career as a Chartered Surveyor and work towards becoming a professional member of the RICS as expediently as possible.Have good written and oral communication skills.Have a good understanding of Landlord and Tenant matters and principles affecting local government, contracts, and related issues. 





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Graduate Estates Surveyor

Our BenefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>About the roleBased: Various locations in NorthamptonWest Northants Council Adult Social Care has been on an exciting journey of transformation since we became a unitary authority in April 2021. This has given us the opportunity to really look at how we provide adult social care on a more localised level, leading to lots of exciting innovations and a new model of working which puts people and their communities firmly at the heart of what we do. What will you be doing?We are looking for passionate and accomplished Social Workers to join our dedicated and supportive teams in West Northamptonshire. Within:Community Hub teams: based across Northamptonshire. Our community teams have a very varied role and support a wide range of adults from 18 plus, with a variety of needs. We also have our rural community teams.Learning Disability team: Support adults specifically with learning disabilities across West Northamptonshire.Assurance and Safeguarding team: Minimise risks to people to ensure they remain safely living within the community. The team work with people over 18 for whom there are concerns about abuse or neglect from a service that’s providing care to them and carry out investigations surrounding this.Your role will involve triaging safeguarding referrals for people living in their own home, ensuring a decision is made quickly to get the person onto an appropriate pathway for support. You will be responsible for making contact with people to fact find for the safeguarding enquiry or to provide advice and guidance on local services. You will work closely with our partner agencies to improve the safeguarding process going forward and improve the experience for our community.Click the link to hear from employees in our Social Work teams about what they do, and what the love about their roles at West Northants Council: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-adult-social-work-teams" target="_blank">Our Adult Social Work teams | West Northamptonshire Council (westnorthants.gov.uk)</a>.If you would like to know more about current vacancies before formally applying, please email <a href="mailto:Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> who will be happy to arrange an informal and confidential call.Hours: Our standard hours are 9am-5pm, however there is the option for flexible working, and part time hours are available for some roles so please do ask!A car owner, is required. About youIf you are passionate about adult social care, have a social work qualification/equivalent and are registered with Social Work England, we would love to hear from you. We are looking for individuals with a proactive, innovative approach who can problem solve creatively, and have a passion for fostering the strengths of individuals. You will play a crucial role in conducting timely assessments, developing support plans, and implementing support in accordance with the Care Act 2014. As someone who is committed, hardworking, and enthusiastic, you will thrive in working in a fast-paced environment. Strong communications skills will be essential, as you'll be working collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including community groups and the voluntary sector as well as colleagues in health and other sectors. If you love a challenge and have an openness to learn, join us on this rewarding journey of making a true difference in the lives of the individuals we support in West Northants. Career development and training opportunities As a Social Worker joining West Northants Council, you’ll receive a supportive induction and shadowing period to enable orientation to the service. It is important to us that we ensure we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and offer training and development opportunities for those who want to progress or specialise, for example AMHP training (for those 2 years post-qualified). We will pay for your Social Work of England registration, and all our Social Workers receive a paid subscription to Community Care inform, where you can access research, practice guidelines, legislation updates etc., to support your professional development.We welcome applications as well for PSW/Assistant Team Manager.<a href="https://jobs.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs/job/Social-Work-Assistant-Team-Manager-Adults/5665" target="_blank">Social Work Assistant Team Manager (Adults) | 31 August, 2025 | Jobs and careers with West Northamptonshire Council</a>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About the role North Northamptonshire Council is dedicated to delivering exceptional project management services. We are currently seeking an experienced motivated and detail-oriented Project Administrator to support our Education Case Management System project delivery. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation and success of our project.What will you be doing?The Project Administrator will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Project Team. This includes data retrieval and input, system manipulation, mailbox monitoring, system testing, and communication with internal and external partners. About youThe ideal candidate will assist with training activities for system users and undertake necessary training to fulfil the role.The role involves providing administrative support, requiring skills in Office 365, database input, and excellent communication. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, possess strong organisational skills, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. 





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