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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>West Northamptonshire Council is looking for a dedicated and proactive Planning Enforcement Officer to help drive forward its place-shaping agenda.&nbsp;This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the best developments are delivered across the region.Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>Previous experience in a planning enforcement or investigation team is desirable.Depth and range of practical experience that demonstrates the ability to deal with monitoring planning approvals, S106 obligations and community infrastructure levy payments.Experience in planning enforcement, accountancy and/or legal capacity.You will need to be methodical, have an attention to detail and be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about planning and development, with a commitment to delivering positive change in West Northamptonshire. If you are ready to make an impact, we would love to hear from you.<h2>Company information</h2>&nbsp;At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<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><h2>About the role</h2>We recognise the challenges faced by young people and their families as they transition from children’s services into adult services, and are committed to ensuring that we have the right conversations with them at the right time to ensure a smooth and consistent transition into adulthood.Moving into Adulthood is therefore a key area of development for Adult Social Care, and this is an exciting time to join us on our journey. &nbsp;You will be pivotal in supporting the continued development of our pathway.You will be working as part of the Moving into Adulthood Service and will be&nbsp;aligned to and working in one of the adult social care community teams. &nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>You don’t need experience across all aspects of the job as that will form part of your development journey, but you will need to be an experienced&nbsp;practitioner&nbsp;already working with young people who are transitioning into adulthood and be able to demonstrate how you support young people to experience positive transitions..Are you an experienced&nbsp;practitioner&nbsp;who thrives on being at the forefront of innovative practice and new ways of working?Are you passionate about working with young people moving into adulthood, who have a range of additional needs and complex conditions?Are you an advocate for strengths-based practice, positive risk taking and outcome focused support planning, which places the young person in control of their life and desired outcomes as they move into adulthood?If the answer is "yes" to all the above, this is an exciting time to join West Northamptonshire Council. &nbsp; We’re a&nbsp;relatively new&nbsp;local authority, created in April 2021, and we&nbsp;are&nbsp;on&nbsp;a&nbsp;journey to&nbsp;continually&nbsp;develop&nbsp;our approach to supporting young people who are moving into adulthood.You’ll also need to have a solution driven and adaptable approach, thrive in a busy environment, and have&nbsp;a positive approach to challenges!Confident to use your own initiative and creativity and able to 'think outside of the box’; you have great analytical skills, and can weigh up information from different perspectives, but equally will know when to seek support to help find solutions. &nbsp;You love a challenge and have an openness to continuous learning and development, sharing knowledge, and learning from others.Above all, you are passionate about supporting young people as they begin their journey as adults, enabling them to achieve their full potential and live their best life. &nbsp;A driving license and transport is a requirement.You will have a&nbsp;degree or equivalent/QCF level 5 with experience of working in adult social care, OR the ability to demonstrate knowledge gained through practice and application of adult social care procedures. 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 Children and Adults Barred List check. 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. <h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Moving into Adulthood Worker

Would you like to use your Administrative and Business Support talents to help keep Birmingham’s Children and Young People safe? Protecting children from abuse, neglect and exploitation requires strong, joined up leadership and effective multi-agency working. The Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership (BSCP) (please click on the link for more information) has statutory responsibility for overseeing the multi-agency safeguarding arrangements in Birmingham. If you have the right mix of skills, and would like to gain more experience in this unique and important work, we would welcome your application to join our Business Support Team. The post holder will be a valued team member providing administrative and secretarial support for the Birmingham Safeguarding Children Partnership, its Executive Group and Learning and Development, Serious Cases, and Quality, Impact and Outcomes Sub-Groups. About you! • You must have previous administrative experience including coordinating meetings and events; preparing agendas and taking minutes; prioritising workload and meeting deadlines. • You will need to be able to take responsibility for ensuring all actions are completed quickly, seeking assurance and chasing partners when necessary. • You must have excellent verbal, written and IT communication skills. • You will be dealing with confidential information and must be able to maintain accurate records. • A touch typing/Word Processing qualification or equivalent is desirable but not essential, as is experience of using MS Excel. • Training and development will also be provided as necessary. This is a hybrid working role, meaning some of your time will be spent working in the office and some working from home. The Business Support Team is hosted by the Birmingham Children's Trust, whose offices are in Aston, just outside the city centre traffic congestion zone where free parking is available. You are required to provide additional information that evidences your skills and abilities against each of the criteria set out in the person specification. This additional information needs to be uploaded on the application form where it states, 'Upload Supporting Information'. Only those applications with a supporting statement uploaded, as well as your CV, can be considered for shortlisting. If this role sounds like the one for you, we'd love to hear from you. Interviews will be held at One Avenue Road, Aston, Birmingham, B6 4DU. For informal enquiries please call April Walker or Katherine Adams on 0121 464 2612. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of the children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Administration Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for a new Business Support Officer to join our Placement Teams. You will help to contribute to the providing outstanding efficiency, and consistent professional Support Service that meets the needs of the business. As a Business Support Officer, you will proactively and independently support Social Workers or other Trust staff, ensuring processes are maintained in a timely and accurate way. You will ensure that solutions to issues are made in line with delegated authority and in line with policy so that the best outcomes are achieved for Children Young People and Families. You will be responsible for administration and routine management of a range of efficient administrative processes and procedures to support the operation of the service area ensuring accuracy and timely outcomes. You’ll also manage a caseloads of placements providers who will enquire regarding their un-paid invoices Additionally, you will monitor, coordinate and supervise the work of a small team, so you’ll act as an initial escalation point for the resolution of unusual situations by providing advice and guidance to business support assistants. You’ll maintain oversite and monitoring of processes, ensuring quality and maintaining staffing rotas including line management (as required) and proactive management of any potential risks and/or conflicting priorities. We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. About you:<ul> <li>Ability to work flexibly across the service to meet the needs of the business.</li> <li>Ensure professional and proactive support.</li> <li>Customer service skills as you’ll be liaising with different customers, providing solutions to enquiries.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills as you’ll be liaising with a diverse range of stakeholders.</li> <li>Some experience of managing a group of staff ensuring clear expectations and driving outcome focused performance.</li> <li>Ability to resolve internal/external issues and providing a solution focused response.</li> <li>Ability to meet tight deadlines so flexibility is essential.</li> <li>Strong administrative experience.</li></ul>Interview date: Interviews will be held face to face W/C 11th August at our Lifford House office. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Business Support Officer (FTC 12 Months) - Placements Team

Family Group Conference Facilitator Roles with Birmingham Childrens TrustMake a Difference as a Family Group Conference Facilitator. We are seeking to recruit full-time Family Group Conference Facilitator's to join our established, experienced and friendly Team.As the largest Family Group Conference services in the UK we work in partnership with vulnerable children and their families; we place families at the heart of making safe decisions and plans for children that are at risk of being taken into care or to reunify children back to family care by delivering high quality Family Group Conferences for all Families that want one. Children and young people are involved along with their wider family network to contribute and attend their FGC’s and are supported by advocates from outside the family. Together, a family plan is agreed by all those involved, and families agree to meet again to assess how well their plan is going and make the changes necessary to protect children.The position is full-time and we are ideally looking for someone with Family Group Conference experience who is confident and resilient when working in partnership with families in their homes as well as in the community and virtually where needed. You will be facilitating FGC’s and taking a lead in promoting family led practice with other Teams and Professionals, therefore the confidence to work on one own initiative and the ability to lone work is required.At Birmingham Children’s Trust you will receive continuous support, development, and training opportunities to support you in reaching your full potential within the Family Group Conference role. Equality &amp; Diversity Birmingham Childrens Trust respects and values the individuality that every employee brings, and we actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey of continued improvement for our children and their families.Birmingham Childrens Trust is a Disability Confident Employer.Birmingham Children’s Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure checks.The following experience and competencies are required for this role:<ul> <li>A social care qualification or, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in relevant field such as teaching, mediation, youth work (etc.) (If relying on Social Work qualification you will be required to be registered with General Social Care Council). </li></ul><ul> <li>A sound knowledge and understanding of the principles and processes of Family Group Conferencing, child protection practice and childcare legislation and understanding of the role of other agencies / professionals who work with children and families. </li></ul><ul> <li>A minimum of 3 years’ experience of working with children and their families from a wide range of backgrounds, including families in crisis. </li></ul><ul> <li>Experience of organising and leading meetings both face to face and remotely and an ability to manage any tensions or conflict.</li></ul><ul> <li>Ability to work independently, in an organised way using initiative, being self-motivated, creative and open minded.</li></ul><ul> <li>Flexible, positive and willing to learn, you'll be capable of communicating with people and families from different walks of life. Ability to work in a wide range of situations, remaining calm in a crisis and adapting to constantly changing situations and priorities is a must for this role.</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively in writing with a good level of computer literacy is also required.</li></ul><ul> <li>Willingness to work flexible hours including some evenings and weekends and to be able to travel across a wide geographical area in a timely and flexible manner at various times of the day. </li></ul><ul> <li>You will need to have basic IT proficiency in IT-Microsoft word, sending emails, utilising Microsoft Teams and downloading documents.</li></ul><ul> <li>An Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for the successful Candidates before starting their new role.</li></ul>For an informal discussion please contact Emma Lewis- Family Group Conference Manager at <a href="mailto:emma.l.lewis@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">emma.l.lewis@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> or why not call Emma for a friendly informal chat on 07703373999.We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Family Group Conference Facilitator

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!Are you passionate about fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment? Do you have exceptional organisational skills and a keen interest in promoting equality? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!About the RoleWe are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Disability Inclusion Advisor to join our Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion (EDI) team with a focus on ensuring that accessibility is embedded in every aspect of our organisation. You will play a key role in identifying and removing barriers to participation for disabled people and other underrepresented groups, supporting the creation of inclusive environments, policies, and practices. You will be supporting our newly formed Accessibility Working Group, as well as monitoring and processing Access to Work and Occupational Health requests.By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change. You will work alongside passionate individuals who are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees.Key Responsibilities<ul> <li>Act as a contact for accessibility queries across the organisation.</li> <li>Support the delivery and evaluation of our EDI strategy, with a strong focus on accessibility and inclusive design.</li> <li>Collaborate with internal teams to review processes, policies, and systems for accessibility compliance and best practices.</li> <li>Work closely with HR, IT, Communications, and Facilities teams to ensure an inclusive experience for staff, service users, and stakeholders.</li> <li>Keep up-to-date with relevant legislation, standards, and emerging trends in accessibility and EDI.</li> <li>Monitor progress through data, feedback, and impact reporting to inform continuous improvement.</li> <li>Monitor and process Access to Work and Occupational Health requests in a timely manner, as well as responding to any related queries.</li> <li>Support the planning and execution of events, workshops, and training sessions related to diversity and inclusion.</li></ul>About youYou will have:<ul> <li>Strong organisational and time management skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).</li> <li>Strong understanding of EDI principles, especially relating to disability and accessibility.</li> <li>Knowledge of accessibility standards and legislation (e.g. Equality Act 2010).</li> <li>Experience of embedding accessibility requirements and reasonable adjustments. </li> <li>A genuine commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li></ul>Interview will take place on 28th August 2025 at Lifford House, 45 Fordhouse Lane, Stirchley, Birmingham, B30 3BN Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Disability Inclusion Advisor 

We have an exciting opportunity within our Business Support Service for a self-motivated Business Support Officer to join our Family Time and Conference Service, providing essential support to the reception function and the day to day running of our Family Time and Conference Centres. This will involve meeting and greeting internal and external customers, resolving customer enquiries face to face and over the telephone, supporting with the allocation of work to the Business Support Assistants, managing and prioritising the workload via inboxes, completing and monitoring rota’s, raising purchase orders, dealing with invoices, supporting with building enquiries and updating children’s records. You will provide advice and support to Business Support Assistants in the team on a day-to-day basis and collate statistical information as directed. About You….<ul> <li>You will be a ‘can-do' person, who is passionate about high quality service delivery and performance</li> <li>You will have a good understanding of customer service, be a pro-active team player with the ability to work flexibly across buildings to provide continuity of service. </li> <li>You will be able to manage several conflicting priorities and use your own initiative to respond independently to difficult problems and unexpected situations providing a solution focused response.</li> <li>You will have good attention to detail, have experience of working in a busy, diverse team environment and you will be able to work under pressure including meeting deadlines and dealing with interruptions.</li></ul>Key skills we will be looking for in your personal statement include: -<ul> <li>A good understanding of customer service. </li> <li>Experience of managing a group of staff ensuring clear expectations and driving outcome focused performance.</li> <li>Experience of managing conflicting priorities, the ability to organise own workload and decide priorities.</li> <li>The ability to work under pressure, including meeting deadlines and dealing with interruptions.</li> <li>The ability to resolve internal/external issues and providing a solution focused response.</li> <li>The ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information with varied audiences in person and/or in writing.</li> <li>The ability to work flexibly as part of a team environment, providing cover when needed to ensure continuity of service provision. </li> <li>The ability to manage a process, ensuring accurate and timely outputs.</li> <li>The ability to cope with situations where there is an emotional demand arising from the work being undertaken</li></ul> Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Business Support Officer

ExcitingOpportunity: Business Support OfficerWe have anexcellent opportunity for a proactive and self-motivated Business SupportOfficer to join our Management Support/PA Team. This role is integral inproviding essential administrative support to our dedicated AssistantDirectors.Our Teamplays a crucial role in building strong relationships that empower theAssistant Directors to work more efficiently, stay well-organised, andproactively anticipate their needs. By forward planning and assisting in thecompletion of their roles, the Management Support Team ensures that ourAssistant Directors can focus on their key responsibilities without anyhindrance.KeyResponsibilities:<ul> <li>Provide full secretarial and administrative support to the Assistant Directors.</li> <li>Organise and support meetings, including on-site meetings.</li> <li>Work in an organised way, with attention to detail, and be able to collate information from a variety of sources.</li> <li>Collaborate effectively within a team environment.</li> <li>Undertake financial processes</li> <li>Work in a hybrid setup across two sites, with at least two days a week in the office.</li></ul>About You:Are you a‘can-do' person, who is passionate about delivering a high-quality service?Are youable to work effectively within a dedicated team environment, be child andcustomer focused and be able to deliver the role with a flexibleforward-thinking and creative approach?<ul> <li>You will have a critical role in the effective day to day work of the Business Support Service through good literacy, numeracy, and basic IT skills.</li> <li>You will possess strong customer service skills, have a strong focus on quality and be very organised. </li> <li>You will have the skills and confidence to meet tight deadlines; and communicate well at various levels whilst being flexible, and proactive.</li> <li>Your strong administrative experience will enable you to solve varied problems working with initiative and minimal supervision. </li></ul>For furtherdetails, please contact Michelle Warner, Business Support Team Leaderat <a href="mailto:michelle.warner@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">michelle.warner@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>, telephone 07912 407 965or Jordan Durose, Business Support Officer at <a href="mailto:Jordan.durose@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Jordan.durose@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>,telephone 07858 370 241. Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Join Us as Our New Fundraising Manager! Are you a dynamic and driven partnerships professional with a passion for fundraising and making a real impact? We have an exciting opportunity for you to lead external fundraising across Birmingham Children’s Trust and our linked charity, Bfriends.As our new Fundraising Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our mission - crafting and delivering a compelling External Funding Strategy, securing vital resources, and building powerful relationships that help us transform lives.What You’ll Be Doing:<ul> <li>Leading on bid submissions and charity fundraising to support both the Trust and Bfriends.</li> <li>Identifying and securing funding from a wide range of agencies.</li> <li>Coordinating efforts across Trust services and partners to maximise success.</li> <li>Building strong, lasting partnerships with the Voluntary, Private, and Commercial Sectors - locally and beyond.</li></ul>Why Join Us?We’re proud to be rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted following our 2023 inspection, with standout recognition for our leadership, safeguarding, and partnership working. This is your chance to be part of a team that’s making a real difference.About You:<ul> <li>A confident communicator who thrives on building relationships.</li> <li>Proven experience in fundraising, bid writing, and external funding.</li> <li>A background in the charity sector with strong written and verbal skills.</li> <li>Able to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Passionate about improving the lives of children and families.</li></ul> Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.





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Fundraising Manager

About the role:The RoleWe are looking for a passionate and proactive Residential Development Officer to join our Learning and Development team. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality training and development initiatives for our Children’s Home Residential Services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and promoting best practice.Key Responsibilities<ul> <li>Support the development and implementation of workforce strategies.</li> <li>Design and deliver blended learning interventions tailored to residential childcare.</li> <li>Collaborate with internal teams and external training providers to ensure high-quality delivery.</li> <li>Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness and compliance with Ofsted and health &amp; safety standards.</li> <li>Manage projects and contribute to the Learning and Development Annual Service Plan.</li> <li>Provide expert advice on workforce development and training design.</li></ul> We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. About you: We’re seeking someone with: <ul> <li>A relevant qualification in training, learning &amp; development, or residential childcare (Level 4/5 QCF or equivalent).</li> <li>Experience in delivering learning and development projects, ideally within residential childcare.</li> <li>Strong understanding of blended learning and the needs of children in care.</li> <li>Excellent communication, planning, and presentation skills.</li> <li>A proactive, solution-focused approach and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.</li> </ul> Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>This is an exciting opportunity within West Northamptonshire Council, one of the largest unitary authorities in the country. We have established our own dedicated Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Counter-Fraud team, and we are looking for a motivated individual to join this growing service.As part of our Internal Audit team, you will primarily support the Council as well as other partners, including Northamptonshire Children’s Trust. Your work will play a crucial role in ensuring the organisation operates effectively and efficiently.While the position offers hybrid working arrangements, you will be required to attend the main Northampton town centre office (One Angel Square) at least one day a week, with additional attendance at other council sites as necessary.If you’ve previously applied, rest assured your application is still under consideration - no need to reapply.<h2>Additional information</h2>We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who holds a full CCAB accountancy qualification or membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors. Alternatively, significant relevant experience commensurate with these qualifications will also be considered.To succeed in this role, you will be a team player with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. You will have meticulous attention to detail, a questioning approach, and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Working under pressure to meet personal and team targets should come naturally to you.Equally important is your ability to think strategically and innovatively about how to improve systems and services. You will need to challenge existing processes and work closely with senior leaders to drive meaningful improvements across the organisation.In return, we offer excellent working conditions, including a generous holiday entitlement, a comprehensive pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements. You will also have access to our employee benefits scheme, which includes a lease car sacrifice option and discounts at numerous retail outlets.Interviews are expected to be held in the w/c. 3rd&nbsp;March 2025. For an informal discussion about the role please contact:Adrian Ward (Head of Audit and Risk Management) via <a href="mailto:Adrian.Ward@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Adrian.Ward@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> or Scott Peasland (Internal Audit Manager)&nbsp;via email - <a href="mailto:Scott.Peasland@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Scott.Peasland@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>Please note, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>At West Northamptonshire Council (WNC), we are committed to making our area a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. As a Health Protection Manager (Food Safety), you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering this vision by leading a high-performing team responsible for food safety and health and safety across West Northants.&nbsp;This is a leadership role with real impact - managing a team of officers, overseeing a significant budget, and shaping the delivery of statutory health protection services. You’ll work closely with internal and external partners, contribute to strategic planning, and ensure our services are efficient, effective, and community-focused. <h2>Additional information</h2>You will be an experienced environmental health professional with a recognised qualification and a strong track record in delivering health protection and enforcement functions. You will bring:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>Proven leadership and team management experience.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of health protection legislation and enforcement.</li>
<li>The ability to manage budgets, develop procedures, and work collaboratively with partners.</li>
<li>A proactive, innovative approach to problem-solving and decision-making.</li>
<li>A full UK driving licence and the flexibility to work across locations.</li>
</ul>You’ll also share our values—Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovation, Value, and Empowerment—and be committed to making a difference for our communities.&nbsp;For an informal discussion, please contact Ed Cooke, Head of Health Protection and Regulatory Support on 01604 526174&nbsp;<a href="mailto:edward.cooke@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">edward.cooke@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;<h2>Company information</h2> At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Health Protection Manager (Food and Safety)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>West Northamptonshire is undergoing one of the most ambitious periods of regeneration in its history. From transforming Northampton town centre through landmark projects like Greyfriars and Four Waterside, to unlocking new housing and employment opportunities at strategic sites such as St James Depot, we are reshaping our places to create thriving, inclusive communities and a stronger local economy.The Major Projects and Regeneration Team, part of our Place, Economy and Environment directorate, is at the heart of delivering this vision. Working with government, private sector partners and our local communities, we are driving forward projects funded by the Towns Fund, Future High Street Fund, and UK Shared Prosperity Fund, with further opportunities that are made available through future investment programmes.&nbsp;As Regeneration Manager, you will play a pivotal role in turning this vision into reality. Leading a skilled and motivated team, you will oversee a diverse programme of major regeneration projects—ensuring robust governance, clear reporting to project boards and government, and the development of strong business cases to secure future investment. You’ll also help shape the next wave of regeneration by identifying funding opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and championing innovative, place-led approaches that deliver lasting economic, social and environmental impact across West Northamptonshire.<h2>Company information</h2> At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Regeneration Manager

We need you! Become the Programme Lead for Trust 2025Opportunity to work in partnership and ‘create the conditions for Connections Count’What will you be doing?You will work in close collaboration with our transformation team and Trust senior leaders to implement and sustain different ways of working. Your day-to-day will be varied, creative and collaborative – and it’s yours to help define. Broadly you will:<ul> <li>Be an ambassador for the work – helping to engage Trust colleagues with the Programme and changes, as they come</li> <li>Work with our transformation team to bring preferred options to life and ensure sustainability</li> <li>Work with the Trust leadership team to plan and agree the changes that will have the most positive impact </li> <li>Be part of the scaling-up and roll-out of agreed changes across the Trust</li></ul>What are we looking for?<ul> <li>A highly motivated individual that can champion what we are seeking to achieve through the Programme and beyond</li> <li>Someone who knows what good social care looks like, as well as what good social work is </li> <li>Someone who will passionately champion children, families, our values and embody the programme’s principles</li> <li>Good communication skills and confidence to work with colleagues from all levels of the Trust and across our wider partnerships</li> <li>Those with good organisation and ‘juggling’ skills – willing to be flexible and an appetite to work with different stakeholders </li> <li>An attention to detail - we will be working with lots of content, gathering evidence and insight to help shape future service delivery</li> <li>A ‘get stuck in’ attitude - we want someone who is happy to work with some degree of uncertainty </li> <li>An ‘always on’ curiosity – we want ideas and creativity, so we are asking for a willingness to do research and take part in extra learning where relevant </li> <li>Someone who is passionate about change and will generate and energise discussion about the art of the possible</li> <li>A readiness to learn new things and work in a collaborative and iterative way </li></ul>Who can apply?<ul> <li>Anyone with the relevant knowledge and skills to fulfil the role and function</li> <li>Relevant experience in one (or more) of the workstream areas below</li> <li>Significant leadership experience</li></ul>How to apply?<ul> <li>CV and written expression of interest (no more than one side of A4) setting out why you are interested in the role and how your knowledge, skills and abilities are relevant to delivering what we are looking for and what you will be doing</li></ul> Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Programme Leader (Trust 2025) - FTC 2 Years

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>Are you passionate about sustainable travel and ensuring efficient public transport services for your community? West Northamptonshire Council is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Highways and Transport Team as a Public Transport Officer. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the delivery of the Council’s public transport policies within the Sustainable Travel Team. If you have any questions about this vacancy, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jason.ball@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">jason.ball@westnorthants.gov.uk</a><h2>Additional information</h2>To thrive in this role, you should demonstrate strong analytical and data management skills, ensuring accurate insights for informed decision-making. You should also have good communication and customer service skills to deal with inquiries.&nbsp;A solid understanding of public transport operations and policies will equip you to navigate the role seamlessly.If you're ready to contribute to enhancing public transport services in West Northamptonshire, join us!<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<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><h2>About the role</h2>Are you an experienced qualified social worker who thrives on being at the forefront of innovative practice and new ways of working?Are you passionate about working with young people moving into adulthood, who have a range of additional needs and complex conditions?Are you an advocate for strengths based practice, positive risk taking and outcome focused support planning, which places the young person in control of their life and desired outcomes as they move into adulthood?If the answer is yes to all the above, this is an exciting time to join West Northamptonshire Council. &nbsp; We’re a new local authority, created in April 2021, and we have embarked on our journey to revise and continue developing our approach to supporting young people who are moving into adulthood.We recognise the challenges faced by young people and their families as they transition from children’s services into adult services, and are committed to ensuring that we have the right conversations with them at the right time to ensure a smooth and consistent transition into adulthood.Moving into Adulthood is therefore a key area of development for Adult Social Care, and this is an exciting time to join us on our journey. &nbsp;You will be pivotal in supporting the continued development of our pathway.You will be working as part of the Moving into Adulthood Service, and will be aligned to adult social care teams which support adults with Learning Disabilities, Physical Disabilities and Mental Health conditions.<h2>Additional information</h2>You don’t need experience across all aspects of the job as that will form part of your development journey, but you will need to be an experienced qualified social worker with a minimum of at least 1 year’s post qualifying experience and be registered with Social Work England. &nbsp;In addition, you will need to have an good, applied understanding of statutory adult social work.You’ll also need to have a solution driven and adaptable approach, thrive in a busy environment and have&nbsp;a positive approach to challenges!Confident to use your own initiative and creativity and able to 'think outside of the box’; you have great analytical skills, and can weigh up information from different perspectives, but equally will know when to seek support to help find solutions. &nbsp;You love a challenge and have an openness to continuous learning and development, sharing knowledge, and learning from others.Above all, you are passionate about supporting young people as they begin their journey as adults, enabling them to achieve their full potential and live their best life, and are committed to sound values based social work practice. &nbsp;A driving license and transport is a requirement. 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 Children and Adults Barred List check. 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.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Social Worker (Adults) - Moving into Adulthood

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>Our vision for all adults in West Northamptonshire is that they will have healthy and independent lives with easy access to joined up advice and support which will help them to help themselves.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;As an Assistant Team Manager/Principal Social Worker , you will continue to develop and build on our current strengths-based practice, build the skills, confidence and competence of social workers and their colleagues to work in line with Care Act Guidance and deliver the best possible outcomes for residents.Learn more about our Social Work teams here:&nbsp;<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</a><h2>Additional information</h2>You will bring proven experience of leadership,practice development and consistent achievement in a safeguarding/social work environment, an understanding of working across health and social care and above all a commitment to people who use, work in and rely on social work services. You’ll need exceptional interpersonal skills, a passion for quality and inclusion and the ability to build, manage and develop effective working relationships with people and partners.&nbsp;Located from either Daventry or Towcester.Hours:  Our standard hours are 9 to 5 pm, Monday - Fridays.&nbsp;You’ll need<ul>
<li>Higher post qualifying training in relevant discipline or management qualification</li>
<li>Management experience over a range of professional roles with significant experience of managing functions in a number of specialisms e.g. Older People, Mental Health, Learning Disability, Adult Safeguarding</li>
<li>You will be required to drive and have transport.</li>
</ul>Please see the attached Job spec for further information.&nbsp;We may be able to support Sponsorship and/or relocation package, if you have Social Work England in place.&nbsp;If you would like to discuss this role further than please contact <a href="mailto:gina.braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">gina.braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults&nbsp;Barred List check. 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.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Social Work Assistant Team Manager (Adults) - Towcester

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>West Northamptonshire Council are looking for an experienced and dynamic democratic services professional to manage our Democratic Services team. Working alongside the Head of Democratic and Electoral Services, you will lead a dedicated and friendly team, supporting them to deliver the Council’s democratic and scrutiny functions. If you’re an established democratic services professional, have a strong track record in governance and are looking for an exciting management role, we’d love to hear from you.West Northamptonshire Council is a large unitary authority with 76 councillors and an electorate of over 300,000. We're looking for an experienced Democratic Services professional to manage, co-ordinate and lead our Democratic Services team. The ideal candidate will have sound knowledge of local authority constitutions and decision-making processes, along with experience of supporting and advising various committees. You will also have experience of delivering member development and overview and scrutiny functions. If this sounds like you, and you are passionate about making a positive difference in your role, we look forward to receiving your application.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2><ul>
<li>You will be an experienced democratic services professional with considerable experience of supporting high profile decision-making and scrutiny meetings.</li>
<li>You will have sound knowledge of local authority constitutions and supporting legislation.</li>
<li>You will be able to demonstrate political awareness and the ability to prioritise your workload and the workloads of others.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You will have outstanding communication skills and will be articulate, confident and diplomatic in providing advice to colleagues, candidates and politicians when advising about democratic processes.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You will possess excellent interpersonal skills and be adept at supporting and getting the best out of your team.</li>
<li>You will have excellent working knowledge of MS Office applications and democratic services software (experience of modern.gov is desirable).</li>
<li>You will have a&nbsp;responsive and adaptable attitude&nbsp;and an organised approach to work.</li>
</ul>Within your application, please use the Supporting Statement section to explain how you fulfil the essential criteria from the Job Description attached on this page. For an informal discussion, please contact Paul Hanson, Head of Democratic and Electoral Services: 07759 548383<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Democratic Services Manager

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential? If so, Birmingham Children’s Trust wants you!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are dedicated to providing outstanding care and support to children and families across Birmingham. Our mission is to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. We are a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, committed to innovation and excellence in social work practice.As a Children’s Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to assess needs, develop care plans, and provide ongoing support.Our services will always be joined-up and you will develop robust partnerships with other teams and outside agencies; to include the police, health, schools and voluntary organisations.About the service:The Children with Disabilities Service works with children and young people who have permanent disabilities that impact on their day to day life. We are a through service meaning we stay with the child throughout their journey with social care, completing their assessment and any further intervention if required. This can include child in need, child protection or child in care processes.We are aspirational for our children and celebrate their successes. We are seeking x 3 permanent, full time Social Worker's for the Children With Disabilities (CWD) Review Team, a city wide team that covers all of Birmingham. The CWD Review Team, review packages of support for Children With Disabilities, which are put in place to meet their social care needs. We also support with any safeguarding concerns as and when they arise. The team is made up of 4 Higher Level Family Support Worker's and 1 Senior Practitioner and we are looking to add 3 passionate social workers to support with our Assessment Work. The team have offices at One Avenue Road in Aston and Lifford Lane in Stirchley. There is ample free parking on the car park at the rear of the offices. About You: We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals who are committed to making a difference. The ideal candidate will have:<ul> <li>A degree in Social Work and at least two years post qualifying experience.</li> <li>Registration with Social Work England.</li> <li>Experience working with children and families in a social work setting.</li> <li>Strong assessment and analytical skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.</li></ul> Help us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Social Worker- Children With Disabilities

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>The role of the Wellbeing Advisor is Prevention and Early Intervention through working with individuals on a one-to-one basis in both community settings and their homes. In addition to 1-1’s, group work will be carried out in a variety of community settings.&nbsp;You will be working with individuals across the 9 local area partnerships in West Northants, who require support with various areas of their lives, with the aim of reducing adverse health events and subsequent demands on health and social care by supporting customers with needs identified through the completion of a variety of validated assessments.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>You’re an empathetic and solution-focused professional with strong experience in supporting individuals with their health and wellbeing needs. You bring excellent relationship-building and active listening skills, along with a solid understanding of behaviour change, lifestyle management, and motivational interviewing. You’re confident in using assessment tools to identify areas of support, managing caseloads, and recording accurate case notes, while maintaining high standards of safeguarding and confidentiality.&nbsp;You have strong IT skills and are confident using digital systems to manage information, communicate effectively, and support service delivery. As this role involves regular travel across West Northamptonshire, you’ll need to be flexible and comfortable working in a variety of community settings.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Wellbeing Advisor

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>The purpose of this role is to work within a comprehensive range of systems to provide a responsive service to customers and ensure the provision of timely and accurate information to relevant team members in support of the Care Pathway process.<h2>Additional information</h2>You’re a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confident and professional telephone manner. You provide great customer service and build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients alike. You thrive both independently and as part of a team, managing your workload effectively under pressure to meet deadlines. With a strong sense of confidentiality and professionalism, you maintain accuracy in all that you do. You’re have strong I.T. skills, including use of Office 365 tools and apps, and willing to learn the use of different systems. Ideally, you bring experience from a busy office environment, are comfortable working with databases, supported by relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in administration.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>The Highways and Transport Team delivers essential statutory services used by all residents of West Northamptonshire.&nbsp;Their responsibilities include maintaining a safe and efficient road network, setting strategic direction for the future management of highway assets, public transport, active travel, and all road users, while considering budget limitations, legal requirements, and sustainability goals.&nbsp;Additionally, the team ensures the local authority meets its duty to provide safe transportation for eligible students traveling to school.<h2>Additional information</h2>We are looking for someone with proven experience in promoting behaviour change related to sustainable travel and transport initiatives.&nbsp;The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and analyse data to support the monitoring and evaluation of schemes.&nbsp;A sound knowledge of sustainable transport, active travel policy, and best practice is essential, along with a solid understanding of transport behaviour change methods and their practical application<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Active Travel Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<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><h2>About the role</h2>Are you looking for a new challenge?Can you make a difference for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability?The Education Health and Care Team are looking for an EHC Officer to join the Council, as part of our ambitious transformation programme.The EHC Officer is responsible for ensuring statutory timescales are met for his or her area. This is both statutory assessments and annual reviews.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 Children and Adults Barred List check. 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.<h2>Additional information</h2>Successful applicants will have experience of working with families, children and young people in a professional capacity and will need to evidence that they have worked as an &nbsp;effective team member and leader.You will have significant experience working with children and young people with SEND, and have the skills to empathise, mediate and support families with complex processes, including giving difficult messages. &nbsp;You will need to be able to organise competing priorities.Previous experience is essential.Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be required to complete a One Page Profile before the interview and a short scenario task on the day of the interview as part of the recruitment process.If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and want to make a real difference to young people and families, we look forward to receiving your application.If you would like to discuss this position, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Kate.Carter@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kate.Carter@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:Kimberley.Moorman@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a>or <a href="mailto:Leanne.Chapman@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a><a href="mailto:Vicky.Bonner@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vicky.Bonner@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

EHC Officer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>We want it all - a curious, analytical and creative software engineering assistant with ambition and innovative ideas, and the energy and drive to turn ideas into reality!&nbsp;We're looking for an exceptional human to join our digital team to learn the skills and put them into practice, designing, developing and maintaining websites, mobile apps &amp; AI. You'll join us on our journey as we create better end-to-end services for our councils and residents. &nbsp;You’ll be learning the full stack of digital technologies and processes needed to run a local authority. That means using the latest technologies, Generative AI, Machine Learning, iOS and Android mobile apps, websites, automations and integrations. You’ll be learning to code, as well as how to leverage low code tools to develop systems and applications. You’ll be helping us design, develop and maintain our digital products.&nbsp;Our technology is key to our service, customer and partners, and we want to push the limits on self-service, innovation, automation, integration, and reusable functionality across multiple digital channels; while maintaining a strong focus on user need.&nbsp;Is this you? If so, we’d like to hear from you.&nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2><ul>
<li>Natural openness, curiosity and optimism (a bit of bravery probably wouldn’t hurt either)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Technical depth and flair (and the ability to articulate its impact to non-technical people)&nbsp;</li>
<li>A team-driven approach to delivery&nbsp;</li>
<li>A responsive and adaptable attitude&nbsp;</li>
<li>A passion for making a positive impact for individuals and services&nbsp;</li>
</ul><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>. If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You 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>.<h2>About the role</h2>Are you ready to lead with purpose, drive innovation, and make a real impact in your community? At WNC, we’re on a mission to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit, and thrive—and we need passionate leaders like you to help us get there.As Payments Team Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our Integrated Commissioning service, leading a high-performing team to deliver accurate, timely, and efficient payments across Education and Social Care. You’ll shape service delivery, drive continuous improvement, and ensure our systems and processes meet the needs of our clients and partners.This is more than a management role—it’s a chance to transform services, empower teams, and influence strategic outcomes across the People Directorate.<h2>Additional information</h2>Who We’re Looking ForA confident, forward-thinking leader with:<ul>
<li>Proven experience in managing payment or finance teams.</li>
<li>Proven experience of using tech-enabled payment systems</li>
<li>Proven experience in managing people and teams.</li>
<li>A strategic mindset and a passion for service excellence.</li>
<li>Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li>
<li>A commitment to innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.</li>
</ul><h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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