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The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects, some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality.&nbsp;
You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplinary squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for assigned deliverables. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department.&nbsp;
As a multi-skilled individual, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop.
Main duties consist of but are not limited to:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Be responsible for the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical applications and solutions in a cloud first environment using MS Azure with C# and Python&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 &amp; the Security Policy Framework (SPF)</li>
</ul>
Working Style&nbsp;
This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office.&nbsp;
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.
Essential Experience&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of a large projects&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and Agile&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience of working with cloud technologies including Azure&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Working knowledge of Azure DevOps&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience with Git&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Advocate of DevOps principles&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Essential Technical&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Excellent understanding of C#&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience in Web Services and/or RESTful APIs&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Has a good understanding of architectural principals with design patterns such as SOA and Micro-Services&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience of writing SQL statements</li>
</ul>
<h2>Benefits</h2>


Alongside your salary, Intellectual Property Office contributes £13,402 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.&nbsp;



<ul>
<li>Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access</li>
<li>Access to Microsoft’s ESI training suite </li>
<li>Hybrid working with no core hours </li>
<li>Substantial support for career progression </li>
<li>25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments </li>
<li>You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Additional details on security and vetting
Successful candidates must pass a&nbsp;disclosure and barring security check&nbsp;and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a&nbsp;higher Security Clearance.&nbsp;
For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have&nbsp;consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years&nbsp;in order to meet the relevant security clearance.&nbsp;

Digital Delivery Senior Developer

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The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects, some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality.
You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplinary squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for assigned deliverables. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department.
As a multi-skilled individual, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop.
Working Style
This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our&nbsp;Newport&nbsp;Office.
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.



&nbsp;

Main duties consist of but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Be responsible for the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical applications and solutions in a cloud first environment</li>
<li>Build web based Front End interfaces interacting with RESTful APIs using React, Next JS and other web technologies</li>
<li>Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage</li>
<li>Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders</li>
<li>Identify and manage problems, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards</li>
<li>Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to</li>
<li>Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability</li>
<li>Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality</li>
<li>Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 &amp; the Security Policy Framework (SPF)</li>
</ul>




&nbsp;

<h3>Person specification</h3>

Essential Experience
<ul>
<li>Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of a large projects</li>
<li>Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and Agile</li>
<li>Experience of working with cloud technologies including Azure</li>
<li>Working knowledge of Azure DevOps</li>
<li>Experience with Git</li>
<li>Advocate of DevOps principles</li>
</ul>
Essential Technical
<ul>
<li>Excellent understanding of React and experience with Next JS.</li>
<li>Excellent understanding of Node JS</li>
<li>Experience working with RESTful web services</li>
<li>Has a good understanding of architectural principals with design patterns such as SOA and Micro-Services</li>
</ul>




<h2>Benefits</h2>


Alongside your salary, Intellectual Property Office contributes £13,402 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.&nbsp;



<ul>
<li>Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access</li>
<li>Access to Microsoft’s ESI training suite</li>
<li>Hybrid working with no core hours</li>
<li>Substantial support for career progression</li>
<li>25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments</li>
<li>You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave</li>
</ul>
Additional details on security and vetting
Successful candidates must pass a&nbsp;disclosure and barring security check&nbsp;and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a&nbsp;higher Security Clearance.
For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years&nbsp;in order to meet the relevant security clearance.

Digital Delivery Senior FE Developer

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Apply before 11:55pm on Sunday 6th July 2025
The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT and Data services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally, our systems need to be developed, improved and maintained.
As a Senior Data Engineer, situated within our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Chief Data Office, you will work within a multi-functional delivery team, responsible for the delivery of the robust data services and designs. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplinary squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services.
Specific responsibilities for this role include the development of data systems as required, development and optimisation of ETL layers, maximising opportunities to re-use existing data flows and provide support in relation to data platforms and data integration within our cloud estate.
Working Style
This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our&nbsp;Newport Office.
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.

<h3>Job description</h3>

Main duties consist of but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Be responsible for data enhancements and executing plans that utilise the current toolkit and the skills of the team to deliver these.</li>
<li>Contribute to the development of a world class Data Engineering capability for IPO IT &amp; Data.</li>
<li>Work closely with our Data Management and Business Intelligence Teams to drive solutions that ensure ease of access to data and help them to work with data more effectively and efficiently.</li>
<li>Build IPO data pipelines, owning the data engineering artefacts.</li>
<li>Build solutions to move data internal &amp; external to IPO.</li>
<li>Engage with stakeholders to build relationships and to gain a thorough understanding of key IPO user groups and design decisions.</li>
<li>Work across groups, projects, and products to implement data engineering solutions to solve complex business problems, using the IPO’s chosen technology.</li>
<li>Support the vision for the organisation’s use of data in line with corporate goals and vision.</li>
</ul>





<h3>Person specification</h3>



Essential Technical
<ul>
<li>Experience of Azure Data Factory (ADF), Data Bricks, Python and other data tooling</li>
<li>Evidence an ability to design, code, test, correct and document simple programs or scripts.</li>
<li>Experience of cleansing, preparing and formatting data sets.</li>
<li>Awareness of designing scalable solutions and future-proof data services.</li>
</ul>
Essential Experience
<ul>
<li>Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects</li>
<li>Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and other Agile</li>
<li>Advocate of DevOps principles</li>
<li>Experience with Azure DevOps</li>
</ul>
<h2>Benefits</h2>


Alongside your salary, Intellectual Property Office contributes £13,402 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.&nbsp;



<ul>
<li>Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access</li>
<li>Access to Microsoft’s ESI training suite</li>
<li>Hybrid working with no core hours</li>
<li>Substantial support for career progression</li>
<li>25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments</li>
<li>You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave</li>
</ul>
Additional details on security and vetting
Successful candidates must pass a&nbsp;disclosure and barring security check&nbsp;and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a&nbsp;higher Security Clearance.
For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have&nbsp;consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years&nbsp;in order to meet the relevant security clearance.

Senior Data Engineer

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Apply before 11:55pm on Monday 7th July 2025
The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. In order to provide up to date services to our customers both nationally and internationally systems need to be developed, improved and maintained. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest cutting edge cloud technologies, use modern delivery processes and work on innovative projects some including the use of AI and ML. Working alongside experts in their fields you will have the opportunity to make valuable contributions without compromising on quality.&nbsp;
You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined team using several technologies to build enterprise grade services as well as mentoring and coaching team members. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the teams assigned deliverables. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues.&nbsp;
A Lead Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. Formal line management duties also form the key duties of this role.&nbsp;
As a multi-skilled individual with strong front end and UX skills, you will have the opportunity to develop and mature your skills even further and extend your skills set with those typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. Any back-end skills you have can also be utilised within this role.
Main duties consist of but are not limited to:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Be responsible for the design, coding, testing and documentation of small scale to large, complex or mission critical applications and solutions in a cloud first environment</li>
<li>Build web based Front End interfaces interacting with RESTful APIs using React, Next JS and other web technologies</li>
<li>Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage</li>
<li>Implement toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability</li>
<li>Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders</li>
<li>Identify and manage problems, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards</li>
<li>Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to</li>
<li>Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality</li>
<li>Support assessment of the Public Digital Services we produce by adhering to, demonstrating and documenting compliance with GDS (Government Digital Services) standards</li>
</ul>

&nbsp;
Working Style&nbsp;
This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office.&nbsp;
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.


&nbsp;
<h3>Person specification</h3>

Essential Experience&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects</li>
<li>Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and other Agile</li>
<li>Experience working in a Microsoft Azure Cloud first team</li>
<li>Experience with Azure DevOps</li>
<li>Experience writing Unit Tests, using tools such as MS Test, and an understanding of TDD principles&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Essential Technical Skills&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Experience working with RESTful web services</li>
<li>Excellent understanding of React and experience with Next JS</li>
<li>Excellent understanding of Node JS</li>
<li>Understanding of DevOps principles</li>
<li>Has a deep understanding of architectural principals such as SOA and Micro-Services</li>
</ul>

<h2>Benefits</h2>


Alongside your salary, Intellectual Property Office contributes £18,563 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.&nbsp;



<ul>
<li>Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access </li>
<li>Access to Microsoft’s ESI training suite &nbsp;</li>
<li>Hybrid working with no core hours </li>
<li>Substantial support for career progression </li>
<li>25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments </li>
<li>You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Additional details on security and vetting
Successful candidates must pass a&nbsp;disclosure and barring security check&nbsp;and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a&nbsp;higher Security Clearance.&nbsp;
For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have&nbsp;consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years&nbsp;in order to meet the relevant security clearance.&nbsp;

Digital Delivery Lead Front End Developer

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



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Apply before 11:55pm on Sunday 29th June 2025

The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. To provide up to date services to our customers systems need to be developed, improved, and maintained. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the core applications are reviewed and continually improved.
You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. Opportunities to contribute to the technical strategy are also available.
As a multi-skilled individual specialising in MS Dynamics and Power Apps, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop.
Working Style
This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our&nbsp;Newport Office.
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.
Main duties consist of but are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Be responsible for the design, coding, configuration, testing and documentation of large, complex or mission critical applications in a cloud first environment using Dynamics and Power Platform in MS Azure</li>
<li>Configure and customise both model model-driven and canvas apps</li>
<li>Develop Power Automate Flows via connectors to the Dataverse and other data sources</li>
<li>Develop Power platform integrations with other Azure components such as Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus, Azure Functions and SharePoint</li>
<li>Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage</li>
<li>Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders</li>
<li>Identify defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards</li>
<li>Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to</li>
<li>Assist in implementing toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability.</li>
</ul>





<h3>Person specification</h3>



Essential criteria
Essential Experience
<ul>
<li>Experience in delivering technical solutions</li>
<li>Experience with modern delivery models such as Scrum and Agile</li>
<li>Understanding of DevOps principles</li>
<li>Experience of working with cloud technologies such as Azure</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Essential Technical
<ul>
<li>Experience of MS Dynamics CRM and/or Power Platform</li>
</ul>
<h2>Benefits</h2>


Alongside your salary, Intellectual Property Office contributes £10,307 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.&nbsp;



<ul>
<li>Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access</li>
<li>Access to Microsoft’s ESI training suite</li>
<li>Hybrid working with no core hours</li>
<li>Substantial support for career progression</li>
<li>25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments</li>
<li>You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave</li>
</ul>
Additional details on security and vetting
Successful candidates must pass a&nbsp;disclosure and barring security check&nbsp;and if successful you must also hold, or be willing to obtain, a&nbsp;higher Security Clearance.
For meaningful checks to be carried out individuals will need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time, depending on the level of clearance, to enable appropriate checks to be carried out and produce a result which provides the required level of assurance. For this role the successful individual will need to have&nbsp;consistently lived in the UK for a minimum 5 years&nbsp;in order to meet the relevant security clearance.

Dynamics Developer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are looking for a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our busy planning policy team to help us progress our Local Plan at a crucial stage in the plan-making process.In this role you will be working as part of a friendly and supportive team contributing to the formulation of the local plan, neighbourhood development plans and supplementary planning documents through evidence gathering and analysis.Our work means balancing significant development pressures in a constrained area which includes Green Belt, Mendip Hills National Landscape, extensive areas vulnerable to flooding and other sensitive environments.&nbsp; Our challenges are wide ranging and as a result there will be plenty of opportunity to develop your career.This is a career graded post rising from £31,067 to £46,731 pa depending on skills and experience.&nbsp; Typical activities for this role are dependent on the grade, based on the knowledge, skills and experience you have. Further information can be found in the attached Job description.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Make a significant contribution towards the preparation, monitoring and review of Development Plan Documents.</li><li>Work effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and other partner agencies to deliver sustainable development.</li><li>Have experience and understanding of working in a political environment.</li><li>Prepare evidence for local plan examinations and present evidence where appropriate according to abilities.</li><li>Excellent research, report writing, verbal communication and project management skills.</li><li>Manage and prioritise your own workload.</li><li>Analyse and interpret data and make recommendations to support the plan-making process.</li><li>Provide expert policy advice to colleagues within the service to support development management and enforcement decisions.</li></ul>Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>Work both from home and the office. While this position is based in the Town Hall, Weston-super-Mare, we operate a hybrid working environment. Most of the team predominantly work from home however, we currently attend the office as a team once a week, or more frequently depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about planning and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Undergraduate Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent.</li><li>A minimum of 2 years’ experience dealing with a wide range of planning issues.</li><li>A broad knowledge of planning policy, legislation, processes and practices.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Eligibility for membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or equivalent.</li><li>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Natalie Richards, Planning Policy Manager, at <a href="mailto:natalie.richards@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">natalie.richards@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 01934 426665Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Thursday 10 July 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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North Somerset Council

Career Graded Planning Policy Officer/Senior Planning Policy Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.



About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities team. The Children with Disabilities team are responsible for supporting children with disabilities and their families by assessing needs, creating tailored support plans, and coordinating services. The team works to ensure the safety, well-being, and inclusion of children with disabilities, advocating for their rights and helping them access vital resources and opportunities.
This is a permanent position with the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours.
In this role, you will provide expert guidance, support, and continuous development to your colleagues. While you’ll manage a smaller caseload to focus on mentoring, your impact will be far-reaching as you shape best practices and support the most vulnerable families.
As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll play a key role in direct service delivery, offering technical support and professional consultation. You’ll also take on leadership responsibilities, providing direction and acting as a role model within the team.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Provide expert advice, mentoring, and technical support to colleagues, ensuring that high standards of care and practice are maintained.</li>
<li>Step in for the team manager when needed.</li>
<li>Lead on specific cases, supporting families with complex needs, using a strengths-based approach to build trust and improve outcomes.</li>
<li>Supervise and support the professional development of team members, driving continuous improvement.</li>
<li>Help shape our services through innovative practices that meet the unique needs of children with disabilities.</li>
</ul>
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. 
Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
<ul>
<li>2-3 days in the office</li>
<li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li>
<li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li>
</ul>
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about social work, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
<ul>
<li>A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, driven by a passion for improving outcomes for children and their families through a strengths-based approach.</li>
<li>Well-versed in relevant childcare legislation, including ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’ and fostering regulations.</li>
<li>Skilled at building effective, trust-based relationships with children, young people, and their families.</li>
<li>Committed to developing purposeful, outcome-focused relationships with families, based on mutual respect and partnership.</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary and benefits</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development</li>
<li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li>
<li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li>
<li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li>
</ul>
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.
How to Apply
If you share our&nbsp;<a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Mike Brown, Interim Head of Children with Disabilities, on <a href="mailto:mike.brown@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">mike.brown@n-somerset.gov.uk.</a>
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
Equal Opportunities
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

Senior Social Worker, Children with Disabilities Team

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Please apply online via the link provided.



About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Family Support and Safeguarding Team. The Family Support and Safeguarding Team are responsible for supporting children and families to thrive, overcoming challenges, and ensuring children’s safety, with a focus on strengthening family relationships and improving outcomes through a creative, strengths-based approach.
This is a permanent position with the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours.
In this role, you will be supported by a strong and consistent senior management team, with a manageable caseload, high quality reflective supervision working in supportive and creative social work teams.
Following successful completion of probation period, Social Workers in North Somerset have the right to seek Senior Workers pay if they are able to evidence the experience to an agreed standard and progress to Level 9: - £40,221 – £45,441 per annum.
Key Responsibilities and duties will include:
<ul>
<li>Undertaking S47, assessment, planning, intervention and review to support children who are in need, including child protection, care proceedings and children looked after.</li>
<li>Working collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.</li>
<li>Working with a small number of children and families, to achieve the best possible long-term outcomes for children, using Signs of Safety (training and support provided if required).</li>
<li>Continuously improve your practice by developing your knowledge and skills through post qualifying training.</li>
</ul>
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. 
Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
<ul>
<li>2-3 days in the office</li>
<li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li>
<li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li>
</ul>
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about social work, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
<ul>
<li>Be a qualified Social Worker (with a Social Work England Registration) with a passion for working with children and their families to help improve their outcomes and to keep them safe from harm using a strengths-based approach.</li>
<li>Have sound knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, including a clear understanding of ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’ and fostering regulations and legislation.</li>
<li>Have an ability to build effective relationships with children, young people and families.</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary and benefits</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development</li>
<li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li>
<li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li>
<li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li>
</ul>
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.
How to Apply
If you share our&nbsp;<a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Shelley Caldwell, Head of Family Support &amp; Safeguarding, on 07824 085762.
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
Equal Opportunities
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

Social Worker, Family Support and Safeguarding

<ul></ul>

Please apply online via the link provided.



About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Family Support and Safeguarding Team. The Family Support and Safeguarding Team are responsible for supporting children and families to thrive, overcoming challenges, and ensuring children’s safety, with a focus on strengthening family relationships and improving outcomes through a creative, strengths-based approach.
This is a permanent position with the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours.
In this role, you will provide expert guidance, support, and continuous development to your colleagues. While you’ll manage a smaller caseload to focus on mentoring, your impact will be far-reaching as you shape best practices and support the most vulnerable families.
As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll play a key role in direct service delivery, offering technical support and professional consultation. You’ll also take on leadership responsibilities, providing direction and acting as a role model within the team.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Provide expert advice and guidance to team members.</li>
<li>Step in for the team manager when needed.</li>
<li>Lead on specific cases, supporting families with complex needs.</li>
<li>Supervise and support the professional development of other team members.
</li>
</ul>
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. 
Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
<ul>
<li>2-3 days in the office</li>
<li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li>
<li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li>
</ul>
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about social work, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
<ul>
<li>A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, driven by a passion for improving outcomes for children and their families through a strengths-based approach.</li>
<li>Well-versed in relevant childcare legislation, including ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’ and fostering regulations.</li>
<li>Skilled at building effective, trust-based relationships with children, young people, and their families.</li>
<li>Committed to developing purposeful, outcome-focused relationships with families, based on mutual respect and partnership.</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary and benefits</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development</li>
<li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li>
<li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li>
<li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li>
</ul>
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.
How to Apply
If you share our&nbsp;<a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Shelley Caldwell, Head of Family Support &amp; Safeguarding, on 07824 085762.
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
Equal Opportunities
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

Senior Social Worker, Family Support and Safeguarding

<ul></ul>

Please apply online via the quick apply link provided.
No CV required



Charity Shop Volunteer
 Be there when it matters as a Sue Ryder Volunteer
 As a Sue Ryder Volunteer in one of our charity shops, you will be one of the store’s friendly faces, helping us to provide the best customer experience whilst playing an important role in raising funds for our Palliative and Bereavement services.
 The role:
Our Sue Ryder shop volunteer roles are filled with variety and can cover many aspects of the role of a shop volunteer including:
 • Donations and Gift Aid – meet donors, receive donations, sign donors up to Gift Aid
• Sorting, labelling, pricing of stock
• Greeting and helping customers
• Serving customers on the till (training provided)
• Maintaining shop displays, re-stocking,
• Light cleaning/tidying duties to keep the shop inviting and well presented
 More bespoke roles may include:
• PAT testing
• Upcycling
• Social media and photography
 About you:
• Enjoy helping and engaging with customers
• Be enthusiastic and pro-active
• Have the ability to work as part of a team
• Be reliable
 Working as a volunteer at one of our Sue Ryder shops is not only a rewarding way to learn new and transferable skills but also a fantastic chance to make new friends and become part of your local community. Plus, you will receive a volunteer discount on donated goods.
 We are happy to discuss arranging one of our friendly taster sessions so that you may meet the team and see the shop.
 Please note - we do have a minimum age requirement in our shops of 18.
 About Sue Ryder:
Sue Ryder is one of the largest charity retailers in the UK with over 400 shops. Every item sold in our shops generates funding so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical, bereavement and emotional support every year, in our hospices, in people's homes and in the community. We are here to make sure that everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need.
 We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse volunteer workforce possible. We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGTBQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
 *Winners of the Employer of the Year for the People in Retail Awards 2023 – Retail Bulletin*
 If you have any questions, please contact our team at <a href="mailto:volunteer.recruitment@sueryder.org" target="_blank">volunteer.recruitment@sueryder.org</a>
or visit: <a href="http://www.sueryder.org" target="_blank">www.sueryder.org</a>

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