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Job Title: Ecology Adviser Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Countywide Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing the natural environment? Would you like to play a key role in shaping the future of biodiversity and placemaking across Hertfordshire?We’re seeking an experienced Ecologist to join our friendly and knowledgeable LEADS team (Landscape, Ecology, Archaeology, Development &amp; Sustainability). This is a fantastic opportunity to influence planning and development decisions, ensuring ecological considerations are embedded at every stage.<h4>About the role</h4>As an Ecologist, you will provide expert advice to Hertfordshire’s planning authorities and developers, helping to ensure that biodiversity, habitat protection, and ecological enhancement are central to planning decisions. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Reviewing planning applications and local plans to assess ecological impacts.</li><li>Supporting the implementation of deliver Biodiversity Net Gain and helping to deliver the Local Nature Recovery Strategy.</li><li>Advising on site surveys, mitigation strategies, and opportunities for ecological enhancement.</li><li>Collaborating with planners, developers, and designers to promote nature-positive outcomes.</li><li>Representing the natural environment in policy-making, master planning, and placemaking discussions.</li><li>Engaging with local and national networks, including ALGE and CIEEM.</li></ul>This is an exciting time to join us, as new legislation and strategies are raising the profile of ecology in national and planning government. You’ll have the opportunity to influence real change and contribute to a greener, more sustainable Hertfordshire.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Requirements:<ul><li>18 month professional ecological experience in planning or consultancy</li></ul><ul><li>Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in ecology or a related field.</li></ul><ul><li>A strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, planning policy, and protected species.</li></ul><ul><li>Strong understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain, Local Nature Recovery Strategies, and protected species legislation.</li><li>Experience and familiarity in habitats assessments, surveying and reports.</li></ul><ul><li>Passionate about promoting the value of the natural environment in planning and development.</li></ul><ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and speak confidently to a range of audiences.</li><li>Comfortable working across teams and organisations to deliver shared goals.</li><li>Ability to negotiate and take a pragmatic approach to ecological outcomes.</li></ul><ul><li>Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.</li></ul><ul><li>Hold a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Postgraduate qualification in ecology, biology, or environmental planning.</li><li>Experience with GIS and ecological data analysis.</li><li>Familiarity with biological recording networks and stakeholder organisations (e.g. Natural England, Environment Agency).</li><li>Understanding of how nature and culture intersect in placemaking and policy.</li><li>Have a working knowledge of the planning system.</li><li>Evidence of any relevant conservation and/or habitat management experience.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Technical Services, level TEC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Technical servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:daniel.phillips@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">daniel.phillips@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Simon.Richards1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Simon.Richards1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: TBCBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Senior Support Worker – Young People’s Supported Housing Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people? We’re looking for a proactive, inspiring Senior Support Worker to lead and support a team of Housing Support Workers at an Ofsted-registered scheme in St Albans. These services provide accommodation and trauma-informed support to young people aged 16–25 with complex needs, helping them build independence and move towards long-term housing. About the role: In this role, you’ll lead by example - supporting and motivating your team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. You’ll ensure safeguarding and risk management are prioritised, oversee personalised support plans, and promote a culture of trust and emotional safety. You’ll also facilitate one-to-ones, team meetings, and training sessions, while working closely with partner agencies to ensure the best outcomes for young people. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading and supporting a team working across 7-day shifts, including weekends. • Ensuring trauma-informed, person-centred support plans are in place and regularly reviewed. • Responding promptly to safeguarding concerns and liaising with external agencies. • Supporting young people to develop life skills and prepare for independent living. • Promoting a positive, collaborative team culture. About you: • Experience working with vulnerable teenagers aged 16–25. • Proven ability to lead or supervise a team in a 24/7 support environment. • Strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed care. • A Level 3 qualification in social care, youth work, or housing (or willingness to work towards it). • Excellent communication, empathy, and resilience. Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values – Compassionate, Inclusive, Accountable, Empowering, and Collaborative. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered. We offer: • Up to 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays. • Flexible benefits package – including healthcare, dental, and lifestyle discounts. • 4x life assurance. • Paid qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities. • Two additional paid volunteering days each year. • Family-friendly policies. • Up to 10% matched pension contribution. Please read before applying: • We are unable to provide visa sponsorship, so you must have the right to work in the UK. • As part of your application, we’ll ask you to answer a few questions to help us understand your suitability for the role, including one focused on our values. • The successful applicant for this position will have to take part in an on-call rota. • Interviews will be held on Teams between 15th December to 23rd December. If this sounds like the right role for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role. If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to Talent Specialist <a href="mailto:Harry.lund@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">Harry.lund@peabody.org.uk</a>.





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Mobile Warden Fixed term contract to 31.03.2026 Starting salary £12,292 pa with progression to £13,113 pa through annual increments subject to satisfactory service 2 x 8-hour days per week (8-hour day is followed by a 16-hour standby duty paid as a fixed amount in addition to the salary) Our Mobile Wardens do essential work.They play a key role in delivering an emergencyresponse service to the most vulnerable residents in our community - 24 hours a day, 7 day a week, 365 days per year.Giving peace of mind to service users and to their families, you will join a small but passionate team providing an essential service to our sheltered housing and community alarm clients in the borough of Welwyn Hatfield.You will work your 8-hour day out in the community and the 16-hour standby from home, responding to emergencies as required. You will be the firstresponse in emergencies, reacting quickly to calls and providing advice and guidance, as well as making the necessary calls to the required services and family members.You will need to maintain comprehensive records ensuring all appropriate agencies have up to date information. Above all else, it will be up to you to promote and secure the independence, dignity, security, privacy and wellbeing of all residents that you interact with.This is anactive, responsive role and you will need to prioritise your workload and be able to make clear decisions sometimes in difficult circumstances. We are looking for someone who is calm and empathetic and who canrespond positively and proactively to sometimes challenging situations. If youfeel you can make a difference, this could be the role for you. Due to the nature of the job, it is essential that you have a current driving licence and use of a car.The post is subject to a DBS check. The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post. We offer an attractive working environment in the heart of Welwyn Garden City, with close transport links and amenities.We offer flexible working for that work life balance, health and wellbeing events, cycle to work scheme and a discount for a local sport provider. We provide generous annual leave and the local government pension scheme. We have a training and development programme that we help you learn the skills that matter.Our full list of benefits can be found here<a href="https://careers.welhat.gov.uk/homepage/8/my-rewards" target="_blank">My Rewards – Career</a>s Our CORE values guide everything we do – Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent. We do not offer sponsorship for employment in the UK. Closing date for applications is 7 December 2025 Remote assessments will be held on 11 December 2025 Interviews will be held on 16 &amp; 19 December 2025 Keywords: Warden, Independent, Care, Vulnerable, Customers, Housing, Support, Social, Customers, Emergencies. Sheltered, Estates, Supported

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Mobile Warden

Job Title: Data &amp; Financial Compliance Officer Starting Salary: £31,536 progressing to £34,433 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Countywide Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>As part of Hertfordshire County Council, Step2Skills adult learning and employment support service (part of Hertfordshire Futures) provides opportunities for adults in Hertfordshire to get involved in learning and employment within the community. We aim to work with people who face barriers to education and employment such as low skills, learning or physical disabilities and mental health conditions as well as delivery of skills and employability programmes to support our residents to advance their careers within some of our high growth and large employment sectors such as Creative, Early Years, Digital and Green industries. Step2Skills is looking for someone with a passion for monitoring and continuously improving the delivery of employment support services for residents of Hertfordshire.&nbsp;You will work in a team who manage the data and financial compliance aspects of the Connect to Work project, which is funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The project is delivered through an in-house team and a network of external delivery partners and aims to support around 5,000 people with disabilities or barriers into sustainable employment opportunities by 2030.<h4>About the role</h4>You will be part of the central Connect to Work&nbsp; project team and report to the Data &amp; Financial Compliance Coordinator, whom you will support in the overall &nbsp;recording, monitoring, tracking and evidencing of delivery partner data. &nbsp;You will be responsible for the preparation of the monthly submissions, identifying missing or incorrectly completed returns and escalating as appropriate any matters of concern, whilst also deputising for the Data &amp; Financial Compliance Coordinator in their absence. Ultimately, you will be helping to ensure that the overall project meets the contractual requirements of the DWP grant agreement.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience in a role that includes responsibility for data management, ideally, for 2 years or more.</li><li>Proficient in Excel, able to design workbooks which ensure consistent data entry and present data in a meaningful way, enabling others to interpret information.</li><li>Experience of managing own workload and competing priorities.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Confidence in calculating performance against established metrics and subsequent financial implications.&nbsp;</li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of working on adult employment support projects.</li><li>Experience of working within a contract management team and/or within the public sector.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Andy Moloney, Project Manager (<a href="mailto:andy.moloney@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">andy.moloney@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)&nbsp;or Jo Beazley, Strategy Manager – Employment Support (<a href="mailto:jo.beazley1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">jo.beazley1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>) for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 15th December 2025Benefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Job Title: Practice Development Lead Starting Salary: £48,226 per annum + £5,234 market enhanced payment progressing to £53,460 per annum + £4,447 market enhanced payment* please note this is a non-contractual payment subject to a 3 yearly review (pro rata for part time) Hours: 30.0 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Fixed Term - 6-month contract&nbsp; Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Practice Academy is dedicated to fostering continuous professional growth across the social care workforce. Through bespoke training, targeted support, and development opportunities, the team equips practitioners—from students to experienced social workers—with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to deliver high-quality, child-centred services across Hertfordshire.<h4>About the role</h4>The Practice Development Lead plays a pivotal role in supporting Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs) through their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). This includes working closely with Team Managers and colleagues to ensure effective team-based support. In addition, the role extends to guiding and mentoring social work students engaged in the education pathways endorsed by HCC.Responsibilities include;<ul><li>Attraction, recruitment, and induction of NQSWs.</li><li>Provide support to Team Managers and colleagues who have NQSWs in the teams, including developing written policies and guidance, with the aim for them to be endorsed by HCC as completing their ASYE.</li><li>Support and guidance to NQSWs on a one-to-one basis or in groups, providing coaching, expert knowledge, training, reflective supervision, skills and practice development.</li><li>To develop and co-ordinate the ASYE training programme, either commissioning external trainers/partner agencies or delivering personally.</li><li>Undertaking and supporting the assessment of the NQSWs against the Knowledge and Skills Statements (KSS) for child and family social work.</li><li>Providing coaching and/or mentoring support for both NQSWs and experienced social care staff and managers.</li><li>Support the practice learning experience of social work students and apprentices currently enrolled on all social work education routes supported by HCC.</li></ul>To identify and celebrate areas of good practice in social care and provide strategies to address poor practice, working with teams and managers to determine best solutions.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.</li><li>Be experienced in the assessment and monitoring of NQSWs (or other learners), evidencing research into practice, and providing reflective supervision.</li><li>Have knowledge of how professional standards fit into the assessment process of NQSWs.</li><li>Have excellent communication and coaching skills and is passionate about supporting learners and developing social work practice.</li><li>Capable of high-quality written work including assessments and reports requiring a timely completion.</li><li>Have experience of managing and supervising learners, with consideration of equality and diversity throughout their practice.</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence.</li><li>Regular Access to a vehicle.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Hold (or be currently working towards) the Practice Educator qualification.</li></ul>This role is vital in nurturing a skilled and confident social work workforce, fostering a culture of learning, reflection, and professional excellence. By investing in the growth of both new and future practitioners, the Practice Development Lead helps ensure the continued delivery of high-quality services to children and families across Hertfordshire.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Francesca Benvenga (<a href="mailto:francesca.benvenga@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">francesca.benvenga@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Interview Date: 11th and 12 December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Job Title:&nbsp;Education Adviser Starting Salary:&nbsp;£54,125 progressing to £58400 per annum &nbsp;per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours:&nbsp;37.0 Location:&nbsp;North Herts Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate:&nbsp;Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>We support Children Looked After in Secondary Schools in Hertfordshire and out of county as well. Hertfordshire Virtual School is a passionate and dedicated team committed to improving educational outcomes for Children Looked After (CLA), Previously Looked After children, and all children with a social worker. We are a small but highly skilled group of Education Advisers who oversee the education provision and progress of CLA, whether they are educated within Hertfordshire or beyond. Our mission is to close the achievement gap and ensure every child in our care has the opportunity to thrive academically and build a strong foundation for adulthood.<h4>About the role</h4>The successful applicant will:<ul><li>Provide advice on effective teaching and learning strategies that promote the achievement of Children Looked After.</li><li>Develop and advise on a range of intervention strategies to improve outcomes.</li><li>Support schools in working with children whose educational progress may be affected by their care or pre-care experience.</li><li>Challenge schools to ensure all Children Looked After make at least expected progress.</li><li>Provide guidance and support transition and secure an appropriate school place</li><li>Challenge schools on effective use of Pupil Premium Plus to ensure positive impact on outcomes for Children Looked After.</li><li>Work in partnership with other members of Children’s Services, the third sector and foster carers, to promote achievement and to ensure equality of access to educational provision.</li><li>Advise on special educational need and disability, including contributing to the Education, Health and Care plan.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Must be a qualified teacher with significant classroom experience who can evidence commitment to accelerating educational progress for underserved children.</li><li>Have worked in a secondary school setting</li><li>Can offer both support and challenge schools where necessary/appropriate</li><li>Have experience of multi-agency and partnership working</li><li>Must have full driving license and access to a vehicle</li><li>Must be willing to travel across county and further afield</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of working with children with SEND and/or in a specialist setting is desirable</li><li>Have some middle management or senior leadership experience</li><li>A willingness to engage in interventions on offer</li><li>Be committed to career professional development</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.To hear more about this opportunity please contact Donna Witter (<a href="mailto:donna.witter@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">donna.witter@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;Interview Date: 16th December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job outline, to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employerand guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Job Title: Adoption Panel Advisor Starting Salary: £53,806 per annum + £8,560 market enhanced payment progressing to £59,497 per annum + £8,607 market enhanced payment* please note this is a non-contractual payment subject to a 3 yearly review Hours: 37.0 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Adoption Panel Advisor for Hertfordshire.&nbsp; The Adoption Panel is based within the Panel Office and Kinship Care Service and provides panel services to the Hertfordshire Adoption Service.&nbsp; Hertfordshire’s Adoption Service is part of the Adopt East Regional Adoption Alliance and close liaison in required between all Local Authorities that make up Adopt East.This is a flexible working role which requires attendance for all in person panels which are currently held a minimum of fortnightly at Rainbow House in St Albans. The ability to travel across the county including &nbsp;to the main Hertfordshire Offices in Stevenage and Apsley is required as well as occasional travel across the Eastern Region is also required. Homeworking is possible when not required to be in the office.<h4>About the role</h4>The Adoption Regulations require the adoption agency, which is Hertfordshire to appoint a senior member of staff as the Adoption Panel Advisor to:<ul><li>Assist the agency with the maintenance of the central list (list of persons who are considered suitable to be members of the adoption panel) and the constitution of adoption panels</li><li>To be responsible for the induction and training persons in the central list</li><li>To be responsible for the liaison between the agency and the adoption panel, monitoring the performance of persons in the central list and members of the adoption panel and the administration of the adoption panels; and</li><li>To give advice to an adoption panel as the panel may request in relation to any case or generally.</li></ul>In addition the Adoption Panel Advisor will be responsible for supporting the Agency Decision Making, who is a senior person in Hertfordshire with the responsibility to make a Best Interest Decision about whether a child should be placed for adoption.The role of the Adoption Panel Adviser is to provide professional advice to the Adoption Panels and the ADM in respect of their Best Interest Decision. Ensure that the arrangements for panel are coordinated and run smoothly on the day and that all follow up actions and reports are completed in a timely manner, working closely with the Panel Office to ensure the panel is quorate.Panel Adviser is required to read all adoption panel and ADM Best Interests papers, making notes of good practice and areas of concern. Quality assurance is a key role for the Panel Adviser.The post holder offers support and advice to the Agency Decision Maker and ensures that the Agency Decision Maker can make timely decisions on behalf of the Local Authority.The post holder will also need to ensure that appropriately experienced panel members are recruited to the Central list, inducted, receive training and have annual appraisals.&nbsp;&nbsp;In accordance with the Adoption Regulations the Adoption Panel Advisor must be a qualified social worker with at least 5 years of relent post qualifying experience and have relevant management experience.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A recognised social work qualification,</li><li>Registration with SW England</li><li>5 years post qualifying experience with relevant management experience in Adoption</li><li>A comprehensive knowledge of childcare legislation, Regulations, guidance and minimum standards, particularly relating to adoption.</li><li>To have professional credibility and leadership skills to inspire innovative practice</li><li>Ability to work in partnership and effectively with colleagues, panel members and other professionals.</li><li>Ability to produce well written reports for panel management and contribute to the Adoption Annual Report.</li><li>Full UK Driving Licence</li><li>Regular Access to a vehicle</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of social care procedures and working practices</li><li>Able to work independently to ensure that Hertfordshire adoption panel meets its requirements.</li><li>Excellent time management and organisational skills. Able to respond flexibly to the demands of the post, prioritise and meet deadlines.</li><li>To have a good understanding of inclusion and diversity and ensure this is reflected in all work.</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity which does not present often as the role is unique.It allows the opportunity to develop and provide consultation, mentor and develop panel’s central list. It also allows an opportunity to improve practice across adoption in Hertfordshire as well as influence adoption practice across Adopt East.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC13 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Interview Date: TBCBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Assistant Support Worker - Bridgewell Full-time - 37.5 hours per weekHourly Rate: £12.60Join us atour new scheme, Bridgewell, a warm and welcoming supported living service where we support adults with learning disabilities and social care needs. Our dedicated team provides 24-hour, person-centred care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.We are looking for compassionate, confident, and capable Assistant Support Worker’s to become part of our close-knit team. In this rewarding role, you will help with personal care, medication, health appointments, cooking, cleaning, shopping, and community engagement. You will also be a calm and reliable presence in emergency situations, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of those we support.About YouNo previous experience in care? No problem! We provide a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.We are looking for people who are:<ul><li>Passionate, with a can-do attitude and a genuine desire to make a difference</li><li>Able to communicate effectively and adapt to different needs</li><li>Flexible and reliable, able to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays (2-week rolling rota with shifts of 7am-3pm, 9-5pm &amp; 2pm-10pm)</li><li>Committed to equality, diversity, and person-centred support</li></ul>Please note: A minimum of one sleep-in per week is required as part of the role, with an additional allowance of £52.78 per sleep-in.It is essential that you hold a full UK driving licence (manual).Hightown Benefits:<ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li><li>£24,570 for a 37.5 hour per week contract</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li><li>Fully paid DBS</li><li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li><li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li></ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Join Us as a Waking Night Project Worker - Bridgewell27 hours per week - Permanent Contract - £18,153paDo you want to make a real difference in people’s lives? We currently have an opportunity for a Waking Night Project Worker at our new scheme, Bridgewell, in Bracknell. Bridgewell is a warm and welcoming supported living service where we support adults with learning disabilities and social care needs.Key responsibilities as a Waking Night Project Worker:<ul><li>Supporting vulnerable adults during night hours, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.</li><li>Communicating effectively using various methods tailored to individual needs.</li><li>Working as part of a team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.</li><li>Promoting independence and respecting the wishes of the people we support.</li><li>Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns promptly whilst ensuring the safety of the property</li><li>Offering emotional support as needed</li><li>Responding to and documenting any crisis events that may occur during the night</li><li>Administering medication if required and completing household tasks</li><li>Providing personal care support during the night when required, ensuring residents’ dignity, safety, and well-being are upheld</li></ul>Ideal candidates will have:<ul><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to different needs.</li><li>A team-focused mindset and a willingness to learn and grow.</li><li>A commitment to delivering excellent care and support.</li><li>An understanding of equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles.</li><li>Previous experience is helpful but not essential-we provide full training.</li></ul>We will support your development with a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.Hightown Benefits:<ul><li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year (pro rata), including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li><li>£18,153pa for a 27 hour per week contract</li><li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li><li>Fully paid DBS</li><li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li><li>Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review</li><li>Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support</li><li>Employee assistance helpline</li></ul>Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Permanent Ref: HOS34 This position attracts a £5,000 market supplement per annum which will be reviewed after 2 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; Around half an hour by train from the centre of London, Dacorum occupies an enviable location just outside the M25 and is home to the towns of Hemel Hempstead (where our offices are based), Berkhamsted and Tring. An active and green place, Dacorum is a buzzing centre of business, enterprise and ambition. We’re designing our services around customers, ensuring our teams have the right skills and behaviours to excel, and we’ve developed new ways of working which support flexible and hybrid working. We are prepared to do things differently in Dacorum and our integrated neighbourhood delivery model enables us to deliver great services and create high-performing teams with a positive, empowered culture. Our ambition is to set the standards that other local authorities aspire to, and you can play a part in making this happen. Responsible for waste and recycling, fleet, street scene, grounds maintenance and cemeteries, your leadership will be central to encouraging a sense of shared mission and accountability across the service. Other priorities will include a focus on waste operations and fleet management (including the modernisation of our fleet), supporting the redevelopment and modernisation of our depot, maximising our commercial waste service, garden waste and the smooth running of the depot. Longer term, you’ll make an influential contribution to our planning for local government reorganisation and the opportunities that presents. It's a role that will suit someone with the right level of professional knowledge, acquired through study or career experience, and who has a proven track record of managing a multi-million-pound waste service within a complex, multi-agency service system. An informed appreciation of the practical demands of managing cultural and operational change is essential along with the ability to take a ‘first principles’ analytical approach to problem-solving and generating solutions. Excellent stakeholder management, customer service and engagement skills, are essential, as are good political awareness and sensitivity to the needs and priorities of others. It’s a fantastic time to join the team at Dacorum Borough Council and shape a cleaner, greener and safer place for our residents and stakeholders. We’re looking for candidates who will bring proven expertise and capabilities in their own professional area, but who also offer the wider strategic perspective and leadership skills to shape a progressive, collaborative and effective organisational culture, with a focus on customer service and service improvement. You’ll bring a creative, enthusiastic and open-minded approach to how we work across the Council and with our partners, to bring about the best outcomes for our residents and service users. Please note that all applications for this position should be made to Solace in Business and not through the DBC website.&nbsp; Visit <a href="http://www.join-dacorum.co.uk" target="_blank">www.join-dacorum.co.uk</a> to find out more or contact Steve Guest or Beth Roberts at Solace in Business on 020 7976 3311 for a confidential discussion. Closing date: 15 December 2025 Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. A Basic check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. We are an equal opportunities employer. Candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed.

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Head of Neighbourhood Services

Job Title: SEND Tribunals Officer Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Based at Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead, with hybrid working and travel across Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens ServicesWe are recruiting 3x Tribunals Officers.<h4>About the team</h4>The Tribunals Team manages and co-ordinates the local authority's response to SEND appeals. The team prepares evidence, liaises with professionals and schools, and represents the local authority at hearings. The team also supports service improvement across casework and supports the legal and SEND teams as the administrative hub for Pre-Action Protocols and Judicial Reviews.&nbsp;Our goal is to create a tribunal service that is accessible, transparent, efficient and fair for everyone. You’ll be an essential part of our team, collaborating with parents, carers, young people, schools and other key stakeholders within the SEND statutory and legal framework. You'll join a well-established team, who are always seeking new ways to innovate and improve, and your input will be crucial in shaping the future of our service to meet the evolving needs of our SEND community.<h4>About the role</h4>Are you looking to advance your career and gain valuable experience in legal representation and multi-agency working? This role offers an excellent opportunity to do just that. With support and training, you'll be well-equipped to succeed and contribute to ensuring every child receives the support they need.Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Casework: You will ensure high-quality casework is carried out in relation to the cases held, encouraging resolution and reconciliation for appeals received from the Tribunal.</li><li>Representation: You will represent the Local Authority at the Special Educational Needs and Disability First Tier Tribunal.</li><li>Coordination: You will use your negotiation and influencing skills to work with parents, schools, and multi-disciplinary practitioners to seek resolution to the appeal.</li><li>Development: You will develop the multi-agency response to a Tribunal, including creating chronologies, arranging and chairing case planning meetings and other multi-agency meetings, and preparing and collating evidence to support the Local Authority’s position.</li><li>Policy Contribution: You will contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and provisions for children with SEND. This includes staying updated on SEND casework, national legislation changes, and departmental policies, as well as supporting the induction, training, and support of team members.</li><li>Database Management: You will input and maintain accurate and comprehensive database records as required and participate in the Local Authority’s systems for monitoring and quality assurance for children and young people in appeal.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A high level of experience working with families or children in or aligned to SEND with extensive experience of the statutory EHCP process</li><li>A high level of experience working with both internal and external agencies across the SEND Partnership.</li><li>A good working knowledge of the law governing SEND.</li><li>Strong analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to facilitate dialogue, promoting collaboration and resolving disputes through influence and negotiation.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Excellent organisation skills and ability to work unsupervised, managing multiple cases to tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to remain resilient when under pressure while navigating complex issues and challenges.</li><li>Excellent IT skills.</li><li>Ability and willingness to travel across Hertfordshire for meetings as needed.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of advocacy and representing at Tribunals or similar.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant case law.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care Services, level HSC10&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Vanessa Croxford - <a href="mailto:Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>This is an ongoing advert for a period of time until vacancies are filled. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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SEND Tribunals Officer

Job Title: Senior SEND Tribunals Officer Starting Salary: £42,839 progressing to £47,181 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Based at Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead, with hybrid working and travel across Hertfordshire Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Tribunals Team manages and co-ordinates the local authority's response to SEND appeals. The team prepares evidence, liaises with professionals and schools, and represents the local authority at hearings. The team also supports service improvement across casework and supports the legal and SEND teams as the administrative hub for Pre-Action Protocols and Judicial Reviews.Our goal is to create a tribunal service that is accessible, transparent, efficient and fair for everyone. You’ll be an essential part of our team, collaborating with parents, carers, young people, schools and other key stakeholders within the SEND statutory and legal framework. You'll join a well-established team, who are always seeking new ways to innovate and improve, and your input will be crucial in shaping the future of our service to meet the evolving needs of our SEND community.<h4>About the role</h4>Are you looking to advance your career and gain valuable experience in legal representation and multi-agency working? This role offers an excellent opportunity to do just that. With comprehensive support and training, you'll be well-equipped to succeed and contribute to ensuring every child receives the support they need.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Lead complex casework: Take responsibility for the most complex appeals and mediations, ensuring robust preparation and representation at SEND Tribunals and Dispute Resolution Meetings.</li><li>Represent the Local Authority: You will represent the Local Authority at the Special Educational Needs and Disability First Tier Tribunal for complex cases</li><li>Drive resolution: Use advanced negotiation and influencing skills to achieve early resolution wherever possible, balancing legal requirements with the needs of families and young people.</li><li>Line management and support: Line-manage and support Tribunal Officers, offering guidance on cases, quality assurance, and professional development</li><li>Shape service delivery: Contribute to policy development, process improvements, and training initiatives to strengthen the effectiveness and consistency of the team</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate strategically: Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and multi-disciplinary agencies.</li></ul> <h4>About you</h4>Essential<ul><li>Significant knowledge of SEND law and procedures, including Children and Families Act 2014, SEN Code of Practice 2014, Equality Act 2010</li><li>Previous experience managing complex systems and processes within SEND</li><li>Strong negotiation and influencing skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide specialist advice empathetically and adapt communication for different audiences</li><li>Highly organised, able to work independently and manage conflicting demands, including ability to plan and organise work across weeks and months, considering wider service impact.</li><li>Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.</li><li>Experience liaising with multi-disciplinary agencies, parents, and carers.</li><li>Understanding of the SEND Service’s political environment.</li><li>Experience of advocacy and representing at Tribunals or similar.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Line management experience</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care Services, level HSC11&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Vanessa Croxford - <a href="mailto:Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Vanessa.Croxford@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: Wednesday 10th December in our Apsley OfficeBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Senior SEND Tribunals Officer

Job Title: Caretaker Starting Salary: £25,185 progressing to £26,403 per annum per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours:&nbsp;14 hours per week<ul><li>Tuesday: 8am – 1pm (5 hours)</li><li>Wednesday: 8am – 1pm (5 hours)</li><li>Thursday: 8am – 12pm (4 hours)</li></ul>Location: Hatfield Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>For over 40 years Hertfordshire Music Service has successfully delivered musical opportunities to generations of young people throughout the county. The service is now one of the largest in the country with many thousands of young people involved in our weekly musical activities, supported by over 300 teachers.We receive funding from the Department for Education through the Arts Council England, as well as generous support from Hertfordshire County Council to provide world class music tuition to the residents and families of Hertfordshire.Our vision for 2020-30All Hertfordshire’s children and young people, regardless of background or circumstances, have the opportunity to discover or develop their unique musical voice and express themselves through the language of music.Our 10 music centres across the county are local musical community hubs with the ambition of providing engaging, life-long music education as well as a wider variety of activities including music technology, music production and youth leadership opportunities.HMS is a team of passionate musicians, teachers and educators who care deeply about enabling young people to experience the benefits of a high quality music education. We deliver the incredible musical, personal and social outcomes that come from learning a musical instrument week in, week out.<h4>About the role</h4>Key ResponsibilitiesSite Maintenance &amp; Safety<ul><li>Conduct daily visual inspections of the premises, ensuring heating, lighting, alarm systems, and other facilities are functioning correctly.</li><li>Report faults, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly to the appropriate personnel.</li><li>Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks where appropriate.</li><li>Ensure external areas (e.g., entrances, pathways) are safe and tidy.</li><li>Maintain the site in a clean and orderly condition at all times, with particular attention during school holidays when contract cleaning services are unavailable.</li></ul>Health &amp; Safety<ul><li>Demonstrate a proactive approach to Health &amp; Safety, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.</li><li>Complete Health &amp; Safety training as required.</li><li>Support the implementation of risk assessments and emergency procedures.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of safety checks and incidents.</li></ul>Operational Support<ul><li>Set up and dismantle rooms for events, including moving instruments, chairs, tables, and other equipment.</li><li>Assist with the unlocking of the centre at the beginning of the day.</li><li>Support the logistics of musical tuition, including room preparation and equipment availability.</li><li>Monitor and replenish cleaning and maintenance supplies as needed.</li></ul>General Duties<ul><li>Maintain a professional and approachable presence on site.</li><li>Liaise effectively with staff, tutors, students, and visitors to support the smooth running of the centre.</li><li>Assist with deliveries and storage of equipment and materials.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively.</li><li>Organised, reliable, and self-motivated.</li><li>Basic understanding of Health &amp; Safety best practices.</li><li>Willingness to undertake relevant training and development.</li><li>Physically able to carry out manual handling tasks (e.g., moving equipment).</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Previous experience in a similar caretaker or facilities role.</li><li>Familiarity with working in an educational or arts environment.</li><li>Basic IT skills for reporting and training purposes.</li><li>Flexibility with what days/times to use the 14 hours per week to cover music centre events</li><li>Driving license and access to a vehicle.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.Join Us as a Caretaker at Mid Herts Music CentreAre you ready to take on a hands-on role that’s vital to the smooth running of a vibrant music education hub? As our Caretaker, you’ll be at the heart of creating a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment for young musicians, staff, and visitors alike. This is more than just a facilities role – it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful.You’ll face rewarding challenges daily, from supporting live events to ensuring the centre runs like clockwork. It’s a role that offers real variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to grow your skills in operations, health and safety, and site management. Whether you're looking to build a career in facilities or education support, this is a fantastic next step.If you’re organised, proactive, and take pride in making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.This job role is within the Operational Services, level OPS5 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Operational servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Oliver Milne (<a href="mailto:oliver.milne@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">oliver.milne@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Interview Date: 17th December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Caretaker

Job Title: Inclusion Development Officer Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time)This is a term time only role.&nbsp; Working weeks per year for this role is 41 therefore, the above-mentioned salary will be calculated on a pro rata basis.Hours: 37.0 Location: Watford Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Early Years Inclusion and Development Officer’s to join our dynamic Early Years SEND Service. The location is as follows:<ul><li>Watford / Three Rivers and Hertsmere</li></ul>Our team ensures the educational and developmental progress of children (0-7), with a range of SEN/D and additional needs, is met in line with the Hertfordshire Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Strategy and HCC strategic objectives.<h4>About the role</h4>The Inclusion and Development Officer (IDO) role sits within the Early Years SEND team and primarily focuses on promoting inclusive practice within pre-schools. The role provides systemic advice, support, and training to private, voluntary, and independent (PVI) early years’ settings.A willingness to deliver early years training and support flexibly on occasions is desirable (evenings/out of term time).<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Hold a relevant qualification in Early Years, Education, or SEND (ideally Level 6), or demonstrate extensive equivalent experience.</li><li>Recent hands-on experience in an Early Years setting supporting children with SEND, including delivering interventions in roles such as, SENCo, teacher, manager, or advisor.</li><li>A strong commitment to helping children and families achieve the best possible outcomes.</li><li>A confident and knowledgeable practitioner who can offer sound advice, ask the right questions, and support others with empathy and professionalism.</li><li>A team player who thrives in multi-agency environments and can navigate sensitive conversations with compassion and clarity.</li><li>Ability to work flexibly, manage your own dairy and travel across a wide geographical area.</li><li>Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle</li><li>Good level of written and ICT skills</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience designing and delivering training or workshops in Early Years settings.</li><li>Comfortable leading professional development sessions, with support provided during induction.</li><li>Further relevant qualifications in SEND/ Inclusion</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Debbi Watson (<a href="mailto:debbi.watson@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">debbi.watson@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>) for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 15th December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Post:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Technical Assistant (Planning) Ref: TA-P
Salary: £27,859.52 p.a.

With exciting developments such as Brookfield Riverside and the Waltham Cross Town Centre Regeneration, Broxbourne is an exciting place to live and work, with the Council’s Planning team leading the way on these exciting projects.
If you want to work in a busy, challenging yet fulfilling environment at the heart of the Council, then this is the place for you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in a busy and thriving Planning Department. The Council is looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to provide support in its Planning Administration Section. You should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work on your own initiative. You should have experience of working in a customer facing environment and be able to demonstrate a high standard of customer care. Ideally you will have good ICT skills and possess appropriate GCSE/’O’ level passes in English and Maths or equivalent qualifications.
Full training will be provided including the opportunity to enroll in the Level 4 Town Planning Assistant apprenticeship.&nbsp; Previous experience in interpreting plans or working in a Planning department would be beneficial.
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<li>Production of monthly Planning and Regulatory Committee PowerPoint</li>
<li>Participation in the general work of the Administration team</li>
<li>Answering the telephone and providing administrative support to Planning Officers.</li>
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We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The benefits package includes generous leave entitlement, a full training and development programme, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and free membership to the Council’s leisure centres, which includes free access to gyms, swimming pools, fitness classes, racket sport sessions, a health suite and a range of generous discounts across other leisure and culture services.
Broxbourne Council is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Details and application forms for all job vacancies are listed on the Council’s website.
Application forms must be submitted online by 8 December 2025 quoting the above reference.

To find out more please visit <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk/planningjobs" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk/planningjobs</a>

For an informal discussion about the role requirements, please email <a href="mailto:diane.parsley@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">diane.parsley@broxbourne.gov.uk</a>

Borough Offices, Bishops’ College, Churchgate, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9XQ.
Telephone: 01992 785509, Email: <a href="mailto:personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">personnel@broxbourne.gov.uk</a>
Website: <a href="http://www.broxbourne.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.broxbourne.gov.uk</a>

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Independent Living Services Manager (RP0159) Starting salary £55,051pa with progression to £58,445pa through annual increments subject to satisfactory service12 month fixed-term contract37 hours per week Welwyn Hatfield is looking to recruit an Independent Living Service Manager to oversee our Independent Living Service and ensure the delivery of a high quality, efficient and compliant sheltered housing service to over 2500 residents. The role oversees the delivery of effective landlord and support services within schemes and in the community’s ensuring delivery of cost effective and customer focused service which enables older and vulnerable people in the community to live, fulfilling, healthy and independent lives. You will be required to act as strategic lead to ensure the delivery of high quality, efficient and compliant Independent Living service. You will develop and help deliver the objectives of the Transformation Plan for Independent Living. You will drive the change programme, identify opportunities and translate these into deliverables, with clear improvement outcomes. You will review and update policies and procedures and ensure that these are communicated to staff and applied consistently throughout the service. You will ensure that the services provided meet legislation and regulatory requirements and reflect best practice and always deliver excellent customer care. Strive to positively promote resident involvement and community development and contribute to the council’s corporate objectives. The candidate must have experience of working in supported housing and or delivering independent living services at a senior level. We are looking for a strong leader to help reshape the services of the team and therefore experience in change management is essential. You must have full UK driving licence and have access to a car. Our Values are important to us and we’re looking for someone who can live our values and help embed them into the services we deliver. Our values are Collaborative, Open, Responsible and Excellent. We can offer you flexible working arrangements as well as the Local Government benefits including pension scheme and generous annual leave allowance. You can see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here<a href="https://careers.welhat.gov.uk/homepage/8/my-rewards" target="_blank">My Rewards – Careers</a>If you are interested in working in an ambitious authority, working collaboratively with dedicated officers, and helping deliver an excellent service, we want to hear from you. We do not provide visa sponsorship for employment in the UK. Closing date is 30 November 2025Remote assessment will be held on 4 December 2025Face to face interviews will be held on 9 December 2025 Keywords: Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council, Local Government, Independent Living, Sheltered Housing, Community, Housing Service, Leadership.

Independent Living Service Manager (RP0159)

Job Title: Service Manager - Adoption Service Starting Salary: £61,443 + £7,332 enhanced market payment progressing to £68,775 + £6,666 market enhanced payment per annum. Hours: 37 per week Main Base Location: Rainbow House, St Albans* Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services*The service has teams based at Farnham House Stevenage, Apsley Hemel Hempstead , and Rainbow House, St Albans.The post holder will be expected to spend time with all teams as well as teams based at Apsley and attend relevant meetings at all sites with an average of 2 days office working and remainder home working (dependent on the needs of the service).Occasional travel across Adopt East will be required too. <h4>About the team</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a service manager to manage our 4 adoption teams comprising of 2 adoption assessment teams , a family finding team and an adoption support team as well as our combined fostering and adoption recruitment team to shape the vision of adoption in Hertfordshire.&nbsp;The adoption teams are made of qualified social workers and children’s practitioners, you will supervise the 5 team managers. The teams are well established and motivated to get the best outcomes for children .We have an ambitious service supporting the modernisation agenda in adoption.We support children to maintain relationships with their birth family in a safe and meaningful way and value the contribution of birth relatives, adopted people and adoptive parents to our service development .As part of a regional alliance, Adopt East, we work in collaboration with 7 other local authority partners developing best practice and sharing performance data to optimise outcomes for adoptive families. We are looking for someone with the drive and commitment to lead our adoption service and enable children to live in stable, loving homes.This role will see you work closely with social care teams across children’s services to ensure children have the right care plan in place at the earliest opportunity including ensuring early permanence is considered where appropriate. The post holder will also link with, and support partner agencies across legal, health and education as well as the Agency Decision Maker for adoption.Additionally, you will also have responsibility for our adoption and fostering recruitment team who recruit and support prospective adopters and foster carers start their journey as we as delivering campaigns to support ongoing recruitment.<h4>About the role</h4>Key elements of the role are:<ul><li>Management of 4 adoption team managers comprising of 2 adoption assessment teams , a family finding team and an adoption support team as well as the management of the combined fostering and adoption recruitment team</li><li>Monitoring the ongoing recruitment and training of prospective adopters</li><li>Act as the Adoption Support Services Advisor (ASSA) whose role is to give advice and information to anyone affected by adoption</li><li>Attendance at adoption panel in the absence of the panel advisor.</li><li>Oversight of the assessment of prospective adopters</li><li>Oversight of family finding for children with a plan of adoption as well as tracking children with a parallel plan f adoption</li><li>Oversight of support services for adopted children and their families as well as oversight of adopted adults access to record</li><li>Contribution to wider service developments</li><li>Participation in regional meetings and contribution to service developments that benefit the region.</li><li>Participation in national workstreams and contribute to the modernising of adoption nationally.</li><li>Performance management including oversight of service performance, timeliness, data and resource management to ensure children can achieve permanency in a timely way.</li><li>Working with children’s social work team in a supportive and advisory capacity helping to consider if adoption is in the best interests of a child.</li><li>Financial oversight of a range of budgets as well as financial agreements linked to adoption allowances.</li><li>Ensure that the voice of the adoptee, adopter and birth relative is central to service delivery</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Social work qualified and registered with Social Work England</li><li>At least 3 years post qualifying experience including relevant management experience</li><li>Experience and awareness of the processes involved in assessing and supporting prospective adopters.</li><li>A sound understanding of adoption, adoption legislation and the modernisation of adoption agenda</li><li>Ability to drive across Hertfordshire, Adopt East and occasionally nationally</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>Budget management skills</li><li>Ability to work under pressure</li><li>Experience of working to deadlines</li><li>Data analysis skills</li><li>Ability to develop the support offer for a diverse community of adoptive families</li><li>Visionary leadership skills</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of working with adoptive families at a management level</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC14 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careThis is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to continue to shape the future of adoption services in Hertfordshire as well as across Adopt East as we continue our journey of developing our services to meet the evolving needs of our adoption community. To hear more about this opportunity please contact Lynn Knowles (<a href="mailto:lynn.knowles@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">lynn.knowles@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)&nbsp;informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 12th December - in PersonBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Service Manager - Adoption Service

Job Title: Senior Careers Education Adviser Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum&nbsp; Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Services for Young People is the primary provider of youth work; careers, education information, advice and&nbsp; guidance, work related learning and work experience to young people across Hertfordshire. The Service provides a wide range of careers and work related support, predominantly for young people aged 13-19 (up to 25 if they have learning difficulties or disabilities) to make sure that the needs of young people are met so that they are able and motivated to remain in or return to education, training or work and achieve their full potential.<h4>About the role</h4>Key aspects of the role are to ensure that the needs of all clients are met, so that they are able and motivated to engage in education, training, work opportunities and constructive activities that lead to successful transitions and positive destination outcomes.Having the ability to be flexible, to multi -task and to work independently within dynamic and evolving teams you will both deliver CEIAG in 1 to 1 and groups, work with NEET young people to move them into EET.You will performance manage staff and lead on local projects, alongside supporting the Practice Manager, Service Manager and wider Service.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Relevant qualification such as: Diploma in Careers Guidance parts 1 and 2; QCG and/or Level 6 in Advice and Guidance and evidence of relevant continuing professional development and the ability to put learning into practice.</li><li>Previous experience of working intensively with young people with a range of needs and backgrounds.</li><li>Excellent organisation and administrative skills with good attention to detail.</li><li>Interpersonal skills and ability to performance manage a team to a high standard</li><li>Able to understand the barriers that young people face</li><li>To be able to work to and achieve targets</li><li>To understand the needs of the young people, and service delivery</li><li>Good ICT Skills</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM10 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Community servicesFor information regarding the work of (SfYP) please visit&nbsp; <a href="http://www.servicesforyoungpeople.org" target="_blank">www.servicesforyoungpeople.org</a>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Sarah Bennett (<a href="mailto:sarah.bennett@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.bennett@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>) or an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 2nd December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Senior Careers Education Adviser

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We are seeking a Senior Revenues and Benefits Officer to join our supportive and customer focused team, who arededicated to providing an effective and responsive Revenues &amp; Benefits service to Hertsmere residents.
The duties will include deputising as required for the Principal Benefits Officer, whilst supervising and managing a team of staff dealing with the assessment and payment of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support.&nbsp; The post holder will ensure customer enquiries, complaints and claims are dealt with in an efficient manner, and that performance and customer service are maximised.&nbsp; A high level of accuracy and efficiency is required.
The ideal candidate will have worked in a similar department in order to have obtained a thorough knowledge of Housing and Council Tax Benefit Legislation and practice, knowledge of DWP welfare benefits and recovery of overpaid benefits.&nbsp; They will also have mentored, coached and trained other members of staff.&nbsp; You will be skilled in all Microsoft office systems and Civica OpenRevenues.
The post is offered on a full time, permanent basis (36 hours per week).&nbsp;
Benefits include:
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<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Flexi-Leave (opportunity to accrue extra work time that can be taken off later as extra leave -up to 2 days per month)</li>
<li>Free gym membership</li>
<li>Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff)</li>
<li>Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
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The Council operates a hybrid working system where employees may work up to three days per week from home (depending on department requirements).
Closing date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monday 8th December, 10am

Hertsmere Borough Council

Senior Revenues & Benefits Officer

Job Title: Senior Residential Childcare Workers Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum + 6% market enhancement * *Sleep In allowances are paid at £40 per night. There are opportunities to work additional hours and overtime across the Service. Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent <h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire county council has its own residential service for children, this consists of 7 homes, including 2 very specialist homes, 1 disability and the rest mainstream multi bedded homes.All homes are currently sitting on Ofsted ratings of good or outstanding.As a senior you form part of the leadership of the home and ensure the needs of the home and young people are met and maintained at the highest possible level.Each home is made up of Registered Manager, Deputy, Senior Residential Childcare Workers, Residential Childcare Workers, cleaners and home administrators.As a Senior within the residential service there will be times you are asked to support other homes.<h4>About the role</h4>Below are some of the things you could say about your role on a day-to-day basis working in our Residential Care homes:“It’s the best job in the World” “The work life balance is brilliant” “I am at home more than I am at work – both families benefit” “’Thanks for running me a bath’ – is what made me smile today – win/win”.If you really want to make a difference to a young person’s life then read on……It is hard to put a job title on a role where you are mentor, teacher, coach, deliverer of parental guidance, role model, therapist, councillor, and family liaison, often all in the same day.Daily you will be liaising with a host of individuals and services, from our young person’s family to schools and education authorities, social workers, police and a whole range of other internal and external contacts.The essence of the role is to support, almost as an extension of the family, one young person to help them develop into adulthood as effectively as possible, establishing routine, boundaries and consistency in a calm, non-judgemental manner. You will work with children and young people who display challenging behaviour due to early life trauma.No two days are the same in our Residential Service - on your working days you could be taking your young person horse riding, painting, for a drive, for a walk, out shopping, or attending virtual schools. You will support children to achieve and grow through positive experiences.“You are there when I rise, when I eat, when I play, and you are there to put me to bed at the end of my day”.Our commitment to young people in our care is to be there around the clock for them. As part of your role you will complete relevant paperwork and work within relevant legislation.You will be part of a team working on a shift/rota basis; you will work together with the rest of the team, and your senior, to organise this in advance.&nbsp;&nbsp; Due to the nature of our care, there may be occasions where you need to swap shifts and working together with your team we can achieve this flexibility. As a Senior Residential Childcare Worker, you would need to do the following.<ul><li>Shift work including evening weekends, bank holiday and sleep in duties.</li><li>Lead and manage shifts.</li><li>Plan weekly activities for the young people.</li><li>Ensure the home is working to the regulations.</li><li>Line manage and supervise Residential Childcare Workers (RCWs).</li><li>Train and Develop RCWs.</li><li>Report writing.</li><li>Undertaking specialist training for the role</li><li>Oversee the children files, ensuring all documentation is update to date and relevant.</li><li>Manage incidents.</li><li>Maintain the safety of the young people, staff and home.</li></ul>Manage and report safeguarding concerns in line with policy and procedure.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Minimum 9-12 month experience of working in residential children’s home.</li><li>Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent</li><li>Hold a full driving licence and business insurance.</li><li>Lead and manage shifts.</li><li>Willingness to undertake shift work.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Staff supervision</li><li>Attending/ leading meetings with key stakeholder</li><li>Working with families</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care, level &nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careWorking for Hertfordshire County council is an excellent opportunity, we are forward thinkers and diverse in the residential services that we offer.As an employer we offer our staff the opportunity to undertake further training via our apprenticeships to further their careers in social care.&nbsp;Its an excellent time to join our residential service as we have a strong therapeutic foundation and looking to enhance our service with a core and committed staff group. To hear more about this opportunity please contact Sabika Sabeen <a href="mailto:Sabika.Sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sabika.Sabeen@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;- 07515 663033&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Sponsorship We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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<h4>Field1</h4>Job Title: Waking Night Support Worker Starting Salary: £25,583 progressing to £28,141 per annum, pro rata for part time + time and a third for working between 10pm and 7am, plus 6% MUSHA payment for weekend working per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 31.5 Location: Stevenage Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>At Scarborough House we are proud of supporting adults with varying disabilities to give them the platform to maintain independence in their lives. The people who live or stay at Scarborough House have full and varied lives but also need day to day support. Due to their learning disabilities and associated conditions such as epilepsy, physical disabilities and sensory impairments. This includes support with personal care, household tasks, medication and social activities. In return we’ll give you all the training, support and development opportunities you need to make the most of this rewarding role and achieve your individual goals in life.<h4>About the role</h4>Working in peoples’ own homes at Scarborough House, to support them with:<ul><li>To support people, in line with their support plans, including people with complex emotional, physical and health needs to maximise and maintain their independence.</li><li>The support you will give will include intimate personal care, moving and handling including hoisting, turning and rolling, administering medication as needed and supporting with health needs such as epilepsy.</li><li>Act as a named link worker to individuals, developing or contributing to support plans, risk assessments and guidelines</li><li>Undertake medication duties, including administration and recording.</li><li>To be responsible for handling of people’s finances in line with support plans.</li><li>Participate in the Performance Management and Development Scheme (PMDS); attend regular formal supervision and training</li><li>Lead and coordinate shifts</li><li>Assist with daily household tasks</li><li>Support people to attend health appointments as and when required</li><li>Participate in improving the quality of service experienced by the people we support.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria<ul><li>Experience of supporting people with learning and physical disabilities and have either gained NVQ/QCF level 2 qualification or equivalent or be willing to work towards an RQF level 2</li><li>The ability to reflect on your own experiences and practice to build professional relationships with the people we support, family carers and other agencies in order to understand the needs and rights of disabled adults</li><li>Confident in the use of a computer to organise and record information clearly and accurately, update support plans, attend online training sessions, send emails etc.</li><li>Always aware of risks and how they can be minimised ensuring the health and safety of colleagues and the people we support.</li><li>Experience leading and coordinating shifts on a regular basis</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC6 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:vicki.edwards@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">vicki.edwards@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: TBCBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Waking Night Support Worker

Job Title: SEND Children's Information Advisor Officer (West) Starting Salary: £27,694 progressing to £31,022 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Fixed Term Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The SEND service co-ordinates assessments, reviews and provision for children and young people in Hertfordshire who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. The Front Door team focuses on working with families and professionals whilst undertaking the statutory assessment process.We’re looking for professionals with some knowledge of the Statutory Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment process, excellent customer service and IT skills. Alongside the ability to work with and support staff to meet competing deadlines.<h4>About the role</h4>The role of the CIAO is to be responsible for supporting the early stages of the statutory assessment process, ensuring that families have relevant and purposeful information and advice from weeks 1 through to 12 or when all advice is received. The CIAO needs to engage with professionals across education, health and care to support the decision making and assessment process, including:<ul><li>To receive, record and check all new requests for assessment immediately on receipt and communicate with a range of professionals to seek outstanding information as required.</li><li>To contact families and advise them of the statutory EHC assessment process and help them to identify any local support networks or universal support offers that may be available to them.</li><li>To use a framework to triage requests considering the EHC needs assessment pathway.</li><li>To input and maintain accurate and comprehensive database records as required and processing Requests for Education Health Care Needs Assessments from parents, carers and educational professionals.</li><li>You will strive daily to maintain, develop and improve professional, supportive working relationships with parents, education settings and services in relation to EHC needs assessment</li><li>To work collaboratively with professionals across education, health and care services to ensure effective case management, integrated working practice and successful outcomes for children.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4><ul><li>Educated to GCSE level or equivalent</li><li>Knowledge of SEND</li><li>Experience working with families</li><li>Excellent organisation skills including an ability to work independently, systematically and work with conflicting demands.</li><li>Excellent customer service skills using verbal and written communication methods.</li><li>The ability to undertake a variety of administrative tasks, operating within departmental policies and procedures.</li><li>Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Together with self-motivation and the ability to work unsupervised.</li></ul>Some travel to meetings may be necessary We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC7 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Karlla Hopwood <a href="mailto:karlla.hopwood@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">karlla.hopwood@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Closing Date: Sunday 30th November 2025Interview Date: To be confirmedBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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SEND Children's Information Advisor Officer  (West)

Job Title: Business Executive Support Officer Starting Salary: £31,536 opportunity to progress to £34,433 per annum per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage/Hybrid&nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>The Business Support Service is a centralised unit designed to deliver a coordinated, consistent, and high-quality service across the organisation. Within this service, the Executive Support Hub plays a vital role in supporting senior leaders and ensuring effective governance. You’ll be part of a collaborative team of over 400 colleagues who work together to enable departments to deliver critical services to Hertfordshire residents. The team values professionalism, teamwork, and adaptability, and works closely with senior officers and partners to maintain smooth operations at the highest level of the Council.<h4>About the role</h4>Our Business Support Service is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and organised Executive Support Officer to provide direct executive support to the Executive Support Team supporting the Chief Executive and Resources Management Board.This role is critical in supporting departments to deliver essential services to Hertfordshire residents.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Acting as the first point of contact for the person being supported.</li><li>Managing their diary and inbox effectively.</li><li>Supporting key meetings by drafting agendas, collating board packs, maintaining forward plans and action logs, and minuting meetings.</li><li>Building strong relationships with senior officers and stakeholders.</li><li>Representing the organisation professionally in line with County Council values.</li><li>Coordinating diaries across the Executive Business Support Team to ensure smooth Council operations.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>The ideal candidate will be:<ul><li>Diligent, detail-oriented, and proactive, with excellent organisational skills.</li><li>A strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can also work independently using initiative.</li><li>Professional, approachable, and self-motivated, with a positive, can-do attitude.</li><li>Skilled in administration and customer service, with the ability to manage competing priorities.</li><li>Comfortable engaging with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.</li></ul>Essential:<ul><li>Experience in diary and inbox management, able to use initiative to prioritise issues and invites on behalf of the person being supported.</li><li>Competent administrator with experience of using Microsoft Office, including Excel</li><li>Excellent customer care skills, and experience in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters acting as first point of contact and professionally representing the organisation and the person being supported to internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Excellent in prioritisation of numerous tasks, efficient in time management and able to work with competing timescales and challenging demands.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Experience carrying out activities relating to event hire, equipment, catering, and conferences attended by management boards</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge or experience of working in a political environment, and of local government corporate objectives and current issues</li><li>Experience of using MS Teams</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity to join Hertfordshire County Council’s Executive Business Support Teamand play a key role in delivering high-quality executive support. If you are enthusiastic, organised, and passionate about providing excellent service, this role offers the chance to make a real impact in supporting critical services for residents.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Business Support Services, level BUS8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Business support servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contactAlex Coningsby <a href="mailto:alex.coningsby@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">alex.coningsby@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 9th December 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the postEnglish Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Business Executive Support Officer

Job Title: Flood Risk Officer Starting Salary: £31,536 progressing to £34,433 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Countywide Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>The Flood Risk Management Team has a statutory role under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010 to manage flood risk from surface water, ordinary watercourse, and groundwater.&nbsp; Our team focuses on investigating flooding, working with partners, and supporting residents, to reduce flood risk and take an active role in water management across the County working locally, and nationally.With the impacts of Climate Change beginning to be seen, our team’s ambition is to help the county understand the impacts of climate change and how to “live with water”, as well as implement flood mitigation measures that are both traditional as well as innovative.&nbsp;As a team we understand the vital part we play in partnership working, this means that this role will see you get involved with lots of different teams internally as well as externally. We are creative, forward-thinking team that work together to find solutions and looking for someone who want be part of this and think outside the box to help the residents of Hertfordshire.Could you be part of the solution to flood risk management in Hertfordshire?Please follow these links to see more information on the work that we do.<ul><li><a href="https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/services/recycling-waste-and-environment/water/flooding-in-hertfordshire.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/services/recycling-waste-and-environme…</a></li><li><a href="https://www.befloodready.uk/hertfordshire" target="_blank">https://www.befloodready.uk/hertfordshire</a></li></ul><h4>About the role</h4>As a Flood Risk Officer, you will assist in the development and implementation of the County Council’s local flood risk management strategy, gather and analyse information and data to support flood risk management activities, and collaborate with officers across all County Council service areas, District Council partners and the local community. You will respond to internal and external enquiries on flooding and related activities, prepare reports and briefing papers for senior officers and elected members, to help with the implementation of the County Council’s responsibilities in relation to flood risk management. Furthermore, you will provide support to the Project Officer in delivering flood risk management projects and initiatives.<h4>About you</h4>Essential criteria:<ul><li>A clear understanding of flood and water management issues and actions, including activities relating to sustainability.</li><li>Ability to write and present technical information for a general audience.</li><li>Experience of Windows-based IT applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint.</li></ul>Desirable criteria:<ul><li>A degree or working towards a degree in a relevant discipline.</li><li>Hold a full UK driving licence.</li><li>Ability to problem solve.</li><li>Gather data and draw conclusions.</li><li>GIS packages.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Technical Services, level TEC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Technical servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:sian.barker@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sian.barker@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: w/c 8th &amp; 15th of December 2025Please note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Flood Risk Officer

Gardener – Help Our Communities Bloom This role will cover EN6, WD19, WD23-25 postcodes. Your hub base will be WD23 3PY. Love working outdoors? Enjoy creating beautiful, well-kept spaces that people can enjoy? As a Gardener at Peabody, you’ll play a key role in keeping our estates green, clean, and thriving all year round. From planting vibrant seasonal beds to maintaining hedges and lawns, you’ll make sure our communal areas look their best.This is a hands-on role where your work is seen and appreciated every day. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values your skills and gives you the tools to succeed.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Carry out scheduled grounds maintenance tasks across our estates</li><li>Plant and maintain summer and winter beds, hedges, and turf</li><li>Weed, spray, and clear leaves in line with seasonal requirements</li><li>Operate and maintain powered and manual gardening tools</li><li>Apply and store chemicals safely in line with regulations</li><li>Remove and dispose of green waste responsibly</li><li>Assist with landscaping projects and improvements</li><li>Respond to emergencies and report issues like vandalism or defects</li><li>Follow health and safety guidelines and wear PPE at all times</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>A full UK driving licence (you’ll drive company vehicles)</li><li>Experience in gardening or grounds maintenance</li><li>Ability to use powered and manual horticultural equipment</li><li>Good communication skills and a customer-focused attitude</li><li>Physical ability to carry out manual work in all weather conditions</li><li>Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations</li><li>PA1 &amp; PA6a pesticide certificates – desirable but not essential</li><li>A satisfactory Basic DBS check</li></ul>Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>30 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li></ul>Please Read Before Applying This is a physically active, outdoor role. You’ll need to be comfortable working in all weather conditions and using powered tools and machinery. A full UK driving licence and Basic DBS check are essential. Interviews are ongoing until Friday 5th December.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Got questions? Reach out to George Murphy, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:george.murphy@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</a>Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.





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