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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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Hertfordshire County Council

Ecology Adviser

Job Title: Director of Children &amp; Families Starting Salary: £115,170 progressing to £127,731 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Base Location: Farnham House, Stevenage/Hybrid Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services Are you a strategic leader passionate about making a difference for children and families? Hertfordshire County Council is driving change and shaping the future of Children’s Services.We’re seeking a visionary Director of Children and Families to lead strategic social care services and champion child-centred practice across a diverse and growing community.You’ll provide transformational leadership through national reforms, oversee workforce strategy, and deliver high-quality safeguarding and family support services. This is a pivotal role, influencing multi-agency partnerships and ensuring excellence in statutory standards.<h4> Key accountabilities of the role:</h4><ul><li>Provide strategic leadership for all children’s social care services, including safeguarding, family support, youth justice, and specialist interventions.</li><li>Drive workforce strategy and service transformation through national reforms, ensuring high performance and compliance with statutory standards.</li><li>Lead Hertfordshire’s safeguarding agenda, chair key partnership boards, and influence multi-agency collaboration for continual improvement.</li><li>Represent HCC at senior forums and partnerships, shaping policy and delivering excellence across children and family services.</li></ul><h4>What we’re looking for you to bring (Person Specification)</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Degree qualification in relevant disciplines and/or additional knowledge gained through management / qualification.</li><li>Professional qualification in social work &amp; registration with Social Work England.</li><li>Significant experience of Children’s Services management and oversight of safeguarding and child protection at a senior level.</li><li>Experience of leading work in the partnership arena and within a political environment.</li><li>Expert knowledge of legislation, best practice, and sector-wide standards.</li><li>Inspirational leader with strong communication and influencing skills at senior level.</li><li>Collaborative and commercially astute, with sound financial understanding.</li><li>Skilled in negotiation and driving change through constructive challenge and partnership.</li><li>Ability to drive around Hertfordshire, using your own mode of transport to travel to other locations.</li></ul>This job role is within the Leadership, level job profile. Please locate this via: Organisational Leadership<h4>Recruitment Information &amp; Timelines</h4>Applications:Please submit your application online, with a CV and covering letter (maximum of two A4 pages) outlining your experiences in relation to the key accountabilities of the role.Closing date:Thursday 27th November 2025 – noon.Technical Interview:A technical interview will be conducted with the Executive Director of Children Services via MS Teams Wednesday 10th December 2025.Final Interview:Monday 15th December 2025 – Farnham House, Stevenage.If you wish to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact <a href="mailto:Richard.Hall@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Richard.Hall@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Melanie.Lamprecht@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Melanie.Lamprecht@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>If you’re ready to lead with impact and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>Candidate Pack - Director of Children and Families Nov 2025.pdf</li></ul> 





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Permanent Ref: TL016 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an area working Team Leader to join our Clean, Safe and Green Team. Working closely with the CSG Supervisor’s and Management Team, and supporting the Area Team Leader, you will be required to resolve basic job-related problems and coordinate the daily and weekly work program of your team in order to achieve the desired output and standards. Successful applicants will need to be physically fit and able to undertake specialised works as associated with the Clean Safe and Green Service. You will have excellent written and oral communication skills and will be required to demonstrate skills in driving and maintaining triple mowers, 3.5 tonne tipper vehicles with trailer, small plant and equipment. You will also be required to undertake minor repairs to this equipment in the field. You will be also required to successfully manage projects and work with contractors to ensure work is being completed to a satisfactory standard. A current certificate in Herbicide application PA1/PA6 is desirable for the post. A full valid driving license is essential. A full list of required qualifications and experience can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification. The posts are based at the Cupid Green Depot, Redbourn Road, Hemel Hempstead. Only those individuals who are able to satisfy and demonstrate the essential criteria in the person specification, up to and including Band 6, should apply Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.

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Permanent Ref: TL047 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an area working Team Leader to join our Clean, Safe and Green Team. Working closely with the CSG Supervisor’s and Management Team, you will be required to resolve basic job-related problems and coordinate the daily and weekly work program of your team in order to achieve the desired output and standards. Successful applicants will need to be physically fit and able to undertake specialised works as associated with the Clean Safe and Green Service. You will have excellent written and oral communication skills and will be required to demonstrate skills in driving and maintaining triple mowers, 3.5 tonne tipper vehicles with trailer, small plant and equipment. You will also be required to undertake minor repairs to this equipment in the field. You will be also required to successfully manage projects and work with contractors to ensure work is being completed to a satisfactory standard. &nbsp;A current certificate in Herbicide application PA1/PA6 is desirable for the post. A full valid driving license is essential. A full list of required qualifications and experience can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification. &nbsp;The posts are based at the Cupid Green Depot, Redbourn Road, Hemel Hempstead. Only those individuals who are able to satisfy and demonstrate the essential criteria in the person specification, up to and including Band 7, should apply. Applicants must have a driving licence that is valid in the UK. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details.

Environmental Operative - Team Leader

Job Title: Skills &amp; Career Advisers Starting Salary: £31,536 progressing to £34,433 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 - we are open to considering part time hours Location: Countywide Contract Type: Fixed Term - 2 years Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>Step2Skills are looking for someone with a passion for empowering adults across the County to make informed, confident choices about their learning, training and employment.&nbsp;&nbsp;As part of Hertfordshire County Council, Step2Skills adult learning and employment support service 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.&nbsp;You will be part of a recently formed Information, Advice and Guidance Team with Step2Skills supporting the Information, Advice and Guidance Lead to fulfil the vision for the service.The Information, Advice and Guidance Team’s purpose is to provide clear, accessible pathways for adults within our provision to explore learning, training and employment opportunities. We aim to help individuals understand their options, broaden their horizons and identify progression routes that support their personal and professional development. Through collaboration and a commitment to equity, we ensure that Hertfordshire residents can access impartial guidance and overcome barriers to success.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h4>About the role</h4>You will be responsible for answering skills and employment support enquiries to the service, completing initial meetings with those applying for our supported employment programmes, conducting information, advice and guidance sessions with individuals on a one-to-one basis or in group settings, developing resources, working with partner organisations, as well as tracking learner and participant progression.&nbsp;&nbsp;You will be working across Hertfordshire to ensure our learners and participants are able to access tailored information, advice and guidance suited to their aspirations and goals. This may include visiting our adult learning classrooms, community settings and job fairs.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of conducting one-to-one and group information, advice and guidance sessions.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience of providing information, advice and guidance in education, training and employment&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to accurately log and track calls, actions, and tasks using relevant systems and tools</li><li>Ability to manage and prioritise workload, including a caseload of learners and participants.</li><li>Demonstrable experience of communicating through verbal and written presentations</li><li>Demonstrable experience of planning, monitoring and evaluating your own work</li><li>Demonstrable experience of multi-agency working to support positive outcomes</li><li>Experience of writing SMART action plans &nbsp;</li><li>Ability to analyse data and track progression of learners and participants.</li><li>Willingness to share best practice with the team and commitment to continued progressional development</li><li>Good IT skills – use of Client Record Management Systems and Microsoft Office</li></ul>You will have current knowledge, understanding and experience of providing information, advice and guidance to adults in relation to education, training and employment. &nbsp;You will hold a Level 4 Information, Advice and Guidance qualification or be working towards this, or committed to doing so.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 servicesWe are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about delivering high quality information, advice and guidance and who will work in partnership with the team and partner organisations to achieve this. You will have the ability to manage workload, determine priorities and share best practice.&nbsp;To hear more about this opportunity please contact: Sarah Johnson, Information, Advice and Guidance Lead on 01992 588677&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: Monday 8th December 2025 &nbsp;Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the&nbsp;Secondment Form&nbsp;as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.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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Post:&nbsp; Health and Safety Manager
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Salary: Starting at £44,001.88 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you passionate about ensuring a safe and healthy work environment? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of health and safety regulations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Health and Safety Manager at Broxbourne Council .
At Broxbourne Council, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace for all our employees. Our Human Resources Department plays a vital role in achieving this mission, and we are seeking a dedicated Health and Safety Manager to help us maintain the highest standards of health and safety across all council operations. 
Key Responsibilities: 
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<li>Develop, implement, and monitor health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with legal requirements and best practices.</li>
<li>Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards and ensure corrective actions are taken.</li>
<li>Provide expert advice and support to managers and staff on health and safety matters.</li>
<li>Organise and deliver health and safety training programs for employees at all levels.</li>
<li>Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses, and recommend preventive measures.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records of health and safety activities, including incident reports and training logs.</li>
<li>Liaise with external bodies such as the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and other regulatory agencies as needed.</li>
<li>Promote a culture of health and safety awareness throughout the council. </li>
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Qualifications and Experience: 
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<li>NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent qualification.</li>
<li>Proven experience in a health and safety role, ideally within a local government or public sector environment.</li>
<li>Thorough knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.</li>
<li>Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.</li>
<li>Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications and health and safety management software.</li>
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<li>Competitive salary of £44,001.88 per annum.</li>
<li>A supportive and inclusive work environment.</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression.</li>
<li>Comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme and generous leave entitlement.</li>
<li>Salary Sacrifice EV Scheme</li>
<li>Free Gym membership</li>
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The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in fluent English is essential in this post.
We have adopted the core values of Teamwork, Innovation, Effectiveness and Respect (TIER). 
The values and their underlying behaviours, demonstrate our commitment to providing excellent customer care, working in a joined up way, showing respect at all times and looking at innovation and forward thinking solutions. We pride ourselves on recruiting, developing and retaining talent who share this commitment.

We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Council’s 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 local 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 14th December 2025 quoting the above reference.

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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Permanent Ref: H7087 The opportunity has arisen for this vacancy within the Social Housing Cleaning department. You will provide a high-quality front-line specialist service focusing on building safety and compliance.&nbsp; You will assist in maintaining and ensuring our buildings are compliant and that people living in, working in or visiting our properties are safe. You will be required to successfully manage daily operational duties as per the Job description including Health &amp; Safety compliance, any cleaning requests, daily allocation of works to cleaning staff, both planned and reactive to ensure we deliver the DBC cleaning standard to all our service charge paying residents. You will work with contractors to ensure work is being completed to a satisfactory standard.&nbsp; You will also work with colleagues across the Housing Service to ensure our communal areas remain safe by enforcing our zero tolerance clear landings approach. You will be responsible for ensuring all Housing cleaning fleet are compliant from the service and maintenance aspect. The ability to build strong and meaningful relationships with colleagues and contractors is required as well as tact, diplomacy and the ability to negotiate. You will have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to achieve defined performance targets. A full manual driving license is essential, as well as use of a car / access to a vehicle A Basic check will be undertaken with the Disclosure and Barring Service to ensure that the successful candidate has no relevant convictions. The deadline for applications will be midnight on the closing date shown in the advert details. Interviews Date: 1 December 2025

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The VacancyStep into a role that puts you at the heart of data protection, governance, and public service impact.You’ll be the go-to support for our Data Protection Officer—helping drive compliance, handling FOI and EIR requests, supporting DPIAs, managing data incidents, and coordinating data subject requests. You’ll also play a key part in training, data mapping, and occasionally deputising for the DPO.This is a hands-on role where accuracy, initiative, and strong communication skills matter. You’ll also support both the Legal and Democratic Services teams, helping ensure our meetings, processes, and documentation run smoothly and professionally.If you’re organised, proactive, and ready to build your expertise in data protection and governance, we want to hear from you.We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if sufficient applications are are received so please check out the full job description below and apply today!Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying as we are unable to provide sponsorship. Have a question? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>.<h4>The Company</h4>Local government—but not as you know it! We’re the Cambridgeshire &amp; Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), a bold and forward-thinking organisation created in 2017 through a landmark devolution deal with Government. That deal handed us the power and the funding to make decisions locally, for the people who live and work here.We’re a partnership of seven councils working together with businesses, educators, health services, emergency responders and community groups to drive growth and improve lives across our region. Led by a directly elected Mayor and a Board of local leaders, we’re united by a clear mission - to get Cambridgeshire and Peterborough moving.At the Combined Authority, we do things the CIVIL way—Collaboration, Integrity, Vision, Innovation, Leadership. We’re passionate about our people and proud of our culture. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impact, grow your skills, and be part of something meaningful, you’ve come to the right place.Explore our vacancies and start your journey with us today.<a href></a>The BenefitsGenerous Annual LeaveFlexible WorkingLocal Government Pension SchemeEmployees Benefits &amp; Wellbeing PlatformThe Values<ul><li>The CIVILS</li></ul><h4>Our annual CIVIL awards ceremony recognises and rewards employee successes</h4><ul><li>Work-Life Balance</li></ul><h4>Flexible Working helps my work-life balance</h4><ul><li>Learning &amp; Development</li></ul><h4>The CPCA supports my professional development</h4>Documents<a href="../../Jobs/DownloadDocument/1414674?cid=3410&amp;pubid=4016197">Data Protection and Information Governance Assistant JD - Download</a>





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Data Protection and Information Governance Assistant

Job Title: Family Intervention Worker Starting Salary: £34,433 progressing to £37,280 pa Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage - with travel across Stevenage and North Herts Contract Type: Fixed Term to March 2027 Directorate: Childrens ServicesAre you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families? Join our dedicated team as a Family Intervention Worker, where you’ll play a vital role in supporting families to achieve lasting, positive change.<h4>About the team</h4>The Intensive Family Support teams work with families with multiple and complex needs who would benefit from intensive tailored support.Working in the home and local community, they support families to prevent escalation of need and progression to statutory services.<h4>About the role</h4>In this dynamic role, you’ll manage a caseload of families, delivering both one-to-one and group-based interventions in collaboration with partner agencies across Hertfordshire. Your work will be guided by tailored support plans designed to help families achieve sustainable outcomes.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide direct, child-centred support to children and young people, while also empowering parents and carers.</li><li>Offer practical, hands-on assistance to improve family wellbeing and resilience.</li><li>Conduct home and school visits, building trusted relationships with families and professionals.</li><li>Facilitate group sessions such as parenting programmes and domestic abuse support groups.</li><li>Act as Lead Professional in coordinating and chairing Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings.</li><li>Work closely with a wide range of agencies including schools, housing services, Citizens Advice, health professionals, and specialist teams within Hertfordshire County Council.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential<ul><li>Experience working in a role delivering support to children, young people and their families.</li><li>Excellent communication skills are a must, and the confidence to initiate and participate in difficult conversations is an important aspect of the role.</li><li>Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with children, families and other professionals.</li><li>Competence in using a variety of IT devices and software packages for producing reports and assessments.</li><li>Full UK Driving licence and regular access to a vehicle will be required.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience of completing assessments would be beneficial.</li></ul>If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and thrive in a role that values compassion, collaboration, and creativity, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in helping families build brighter futures—one step at a time.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 HSC9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Sally.Lee@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sally.Lee@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 3rd and 4th DecemberBenefits 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 Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Job Title: Consultant Social Worker - 0-25 Children with Disability Family Help Starting Salary: £48,226 + £7,146 market enhancement per annum, progressing to £53,459 + £6,984 market enhancement per annum (plus welcome payment - terms apply) Hours: 37.0 Location: Hemel Hempstead - with travel countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>At Hertfordshire County Council, we have a bold ambition to deliver the best possible quality of life for every member of our community. We want people to enjoy a good level of physical and mental health. We want them to find exceptional employment opportunities, and we want them to enjoy all that this lovely borough has to offer, safe in the knowledge that they have a comfortable home in a great neighbourhood. These ambitions are particularly important to our innovative 0-25 Together Service, and it is within this team that you could find an opportunity like no other.The 0-25 Together Service is a fantastic example of what happens when likeminded people come together to deliver specialist services for disabled children, young people, young adults and their families. We want our service users to enjoy as much independence as possible, while reaching their full potential. We want them to be able to take part in their local community and find stability and fulfilment as they move into adulthood. Working in partnership with everyone who comes to us for support, we pride ourselves on being there for them as they settle into successful adult lives. <h4>About the role</h4>As a Consultant Social Worker, you will be based in our West Family Help Team, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Team Manager with the day-to-day operations of a busy and dynamic service. In addition, you will provide supervision and guidance to a small group of Family Practitioners, helping them deliver high-quality support to families.You will lead best practice and strengthen our commitment to supporting disabled children and their families. Our West Family Help Team works at the heart of this mission, providing practical and emotional support to families so that children can thrive. Your role will be essential in helping Family Practitioners deliver this support effectively and confidently.You will bring expert knowledge of the legal framework and the multi-disciplinary nature of our work, ensuring that interventions are safe, proportionate, and focused on achieving positive outcomes. Alongside managing a varied caseload, you will guide and supervise Family Practitioners, offering professional advice and reflective supervision to help them navigate complex situations and deliver high-quality family help.Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Assessing needs and circumstances across a diverse range of cases, balancing independence with safeguarding considerations.</li><li>Supporting Family Practitioners to implement creative, strengths-based approaches that empower families and build resilience.</li><li>Advising families and their networks on community resources and services that can make a real difference.</li><li>Collaborating with statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure joined-up support and great life outcomes for children.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England</li><li>Experience of working with children and young people</li><li>Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedures</li><li>Ability to complete robust assessments &amp; to assess risk</li><li>Ability to work in a relationship-based way</li><li>Understanding of equality and diversity in Social Work</li><li>Ability to input and maintain accurate computerised information and records</li><li>Ability to work on own initiative managing and prioritising own workload under pressure and under the direction of the supervisor</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge/experience of working with Disabled Children and Young People</li><li>Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedure specific to Disabled Children and Young People</li></ul>In return, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your expertise and invests in your growth with excellent learning and development opportunities to help you be the best you can be. 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 <a href="mailto:Maxine.Samuel@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Maxine.Samuel@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 1st DecemberBenefits of working for us <h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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Consultant Social Worker - 0-25 Children with Disability Family Help

Job Title: Senior Service Finder - Transforming Care - Transforming Care Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum Location: Stevenage or Hemel Hempstead with hybrid home working Contract Type: 3 year fixed term contract or secondment opportunity Directorate: Adult Care ServicesSecondment 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 Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>About the team</h4>Join Us in Transforming Care for Disabled Adults in HertfordshireWe’re looking for a proactive Senior Service Finder to join our Community Commissioning for Disabled Adults team. This role is a key part of our mission to improve outcomes for people with complex needs across Hertfordshire.You’ll be working closely with the Transforming Care Team—a vibrant, multi-disciplinary group committed to personalised care, timely transitions, and collaborative working across health and social care.As a Senior Service Finder, you’ll support operational staff in the Adult Disability Teams and the 0-25 Together Service, helping to identify and secure person-centred housing and community-based services. Your work will directly impact the lives of people we support, helping them live more independently.You’ll be part of a wider strategic commissioning team that spans Adult Disability, SpecialistMental Health, Children’s Services, and inpatient settings, and you’ll collaborate with both internal colleagues and external partners—including housing providers, care agencies, and health professionals.This is an exciting opportunity to join an established but evolving team, where your ideas and expertise can help shape the future of care commissioning in Hertfordshire.<h4>About the role</h4>This is a highly skilled and fast-paced role reporting to the Complex Care Commissioning and Monitoring Officer.You will be responsible for identifying and commissioning services for individuals with complex hospital admission and discharge histories, as well as those at risk of admission.About the role:<ul><li>Managing a caseload of individuals aged 16+ with complex hospital admission and discharge histories, or those at risk of admission.</li><li>Identifying and commissioning bespoke, person-centred care packages, including costings and financial oversight.</li><li>Supporting discharge processes and representing the team in multi-agency meetings.</li><li>Liaising with providers to ensure quality support and negotiating care costs for individuals with Care Act eligible needs.</li><li>Attending inpatient reviews, Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings, and NHS England commissioner meetings.</li><li>Contributing to market shaping, service development, and milestone reporting.</li><li>Covering team duties during absences and managing urgent actions when needed.</li><li>Working closely with professionals across health and social care—including Adult Disability Services, 0–25 Together, Mental Health, Specialist Learning Disability Service, and integrated health commissioners.</li><li>Analysing internal data to support commissioning decisions and resolve financial queries.</li><li>Responding to complaints, managing conflict, and escalating issues appropriately.</li></ul>Other benefits include<ul><li>Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.</li><li>A supportive and inclusive work environment.</li><li>The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in need of care.</li><li>Supportive and friendly management team and peers.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Proven experience in both health and social care settings.</li><li>Full driving licence</li><li>Strong leadership, communication and project coordination skills.</li><li>Confident working with diverse teams, professionals, commissioners, and providers—able to challenge constructively.</li><li>Ability to interpret individual needs and translate them into service plans.</li><li>This role involves working across key HCC sites and in patient settings access to a vehicle and the ability to travel is essential.</li><li>Excellent organisational, IT, and time management skills.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with Liquidlogic systems (ACSIS).</li><li>Service development and provider engagement, with confidence in negotiating and influencing skills.</li><li>Data recording and presentation to support strategic planning.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Understanding of funding streams (e.g., s117 aftercare, waivers, client contributions).</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage complex cases and multi-agency coordination.</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 <a href="mailto:Kit.whiting@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Kit.whiting@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 1 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 Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.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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Housing Solution Manager (Ref: HSM)
Salary £46,233.72
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to lead the Housing Solutions Team at Broxbourne Council. We are looking for an experienced manager to join the team to deliver an excellent homelessness prevention and housing advice service. The team is busy and forward-thinking, always looking to secure the best possible solutions for households with housing needs, and needs a strong leader with the same aims.
The role will lead the team to support those at risk of homelessness to resolve their housing needs and find settled accommodation for homeless households. Providing leadership and strategic oversight of service delivery, as well as ensure the smooth day to day running of the service, this role is vital to the success of the Council’s objective to minimise homelessness.
You will be responsible for leading the team that assesses homelessness applications and provides effective housing advice. This means you need experience in applying housing law and policy to individual cases through careful assessment of circumstances, investigations and enquiries in, carried out in a consistent and transparent way; attention to detail is key. The role is varied, dealing with a diverse client group. You will be working with residents of Broxbourne Borough that are experiencing housing need, so experience supporting vulnerable people and families is essential, as is the ability to converse at ease with members of the public.
If you are interested in this role, you must be computer literate and have a minimum of five GCSE or equivalent passes at least grade C, which should include English and Maths. Experience of working in the public sector is preferred, with specific housing related experience and/or qualification an advantage. Training will be provided, particularly in relation to Council specific policies, as well as safeguarding protocols. Experience in a busy and varied customer facing role, dealing with vulnerable or disadvantaged people is desirable. More importantly, you will demonstrate your commitment to working collaboratively as part of the wider housing team to help local people and families and make a difference to their lives.
A full driving licence would also be advantageous.

This role requires a disclosure and barring service check as it is working with children or vulnerable clients.
We have adopted the core values of Teamwork, Innovation, Effectiveness and Respect (TIER). 
The values and their underlying behaviours, demonstrate our commitment to providing excellent customer care, working in a joined up way, showing respect at all times and looking at innovation and forward thinking solutions. We pride ourselves on recruiting, developing and retaining talent who share this commitment.

We are committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Council’s 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 local 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 11 December 2025 quoting the above reference.

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>

Housing Solutions Manager

Job Title: Fraud Investigator Starting Salary: £34,433.76 opportunity to progress to £37,280 per annum per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage/Hybrid Contract Type: Fixed Term/End date 31/03/2027 Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>We are recruiting for a Fraud Investigator to join our highly respected, award-winning Anti-Fraud Service in Hertfordshire.At the Shared Anti-Fraud Service (SAFS), we protect the public purse from the ever-present threat of fraud. Our dedicated team of fraud and financial investigators, intelligence officers, and data analysts work tirelessly to combat fraud in partnership with councils, housing providers, the DWP, HMRC, and the Police.Working across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, we deliver a comprehensive criminal investigation service, provide expert advice and guidance on fraud and corruption, carry out proactive counter-fraud exercises, utilise advanced data analytics, and deliver training and awareness sessions.Whilst the team is based at our Stevenage Offices, we have a very flexible approach enabling us to work from anywhere, encouraging a healthy work life&nbsp;<h4>About the role</h4>This role is for a Fraud Investigator within our Volume Team, requiring someone who can manage a high-volume caseload, meet demanding targets and timescales, and deliver excellent outcomes for our partners.&nbsp;We are seeking a self-motivated and driven individual—whether you’re looking for a career change or aiming to develop your existing skills in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation.As part of our counter-fraud operations, you’ll gain hands-on experience investigating a wide range of allegations, including housing, council tax, education, blue badge, insurance, and social services fraud.Working alongside experienced investigators, you will undertake tasks such as:<ul><li>Collating evidence and maintaining records in compliance with CPIA 1996</li><li>Conducting PACE-compliant interviews with witnesses and suspects</li><li>Analysing data and presenting findings in clear, comprehensive reports</li></ul>You’ll learn and grow quickly, developing the skills and knowledge needed to lead your own criminal and civil investigations and prepare case files for legal action.&nbsp;The role demands strong interpersonal skills—both written and verbal—and the ability to engage effectively with officers at all levels, often in challenging situations, to identify offences and secure evidence. While you’ll be part of a supportive team, you’ll also need to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.&nbsp;For candidates not already ACFS-qualified, we offer the opportunity to complete the IIA Practitioner Level 4 apprenticeship standard and Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist training, supporting your professional development.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Ability to travel across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire</li><li>Competent in using Microsoft Packages (Word Excel Outlook)</li><li>Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity</li><li>Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and meet demanding targets and deadlines</li><li>Good communication skills at all levels, both written and verbal, to engage effectively with officers, partners, and stakeholders</li><li>Commitment to continuous learning and professional development</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>ACFS / PIP or equivalent</li><li>Experience in Local Government</li><li>Experience in law enforcement</li><li>Ability to conduct PACE-compliant interviews with witnesses and suspects</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 Regulatory Services, level REG9 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Regulatory servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Paula.hornsby@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Paula.hornsby@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:darren.bowler@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">darren.bowler@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 10th and 12th 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 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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Fraud Investigator

Job Title: Community Support Worker Starting Salary: £25,583 progressing to £28,142 per annum Hours: 37 per week Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Fixed Term until March 2027 Directorate: Public Health<h4>About the team</h4>Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Are you a driver who enjoys engaging with people from all walks of life? We’re looking for a friendly, reliable, and community-minded&nbsp;Community Support Worker/Driver to join our team and help deliver health improvement services across Hertfordshire via the&nbsp;Better Health Bus.<h4>About the role</h4>As a Community Support Worker/Driver for the Better Health Bus, you will be joining the successful and highly regarded Public Health and Community Protection Team at Hertfordshire County Council. You will be responsible for safely operating the Better Health Bus and supporting its mission to improve health and wellbeing and tackle health inequalities across Hertfordshire.The Better Health Bus is a 3.5 tonne bespoke minivan with two clinic rooms, from which a variety of health and wellbeing services are delivered. Alongside driving the vehicle, you’ll be the welcoming face of the service, meeting and greeting members of the public, asking them about their health needs and signposting them to relevant local health and wellbeing services.When the Better Health Bus is not scheduled to attend an event, you will support with restocking and refuelling the vehicle, and other ad hoc tasks to assist the Public Health team. You may also be required to attend other community events alongside colleagues.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Drive the Better Health Bus to and from scheduled locations across Hertfordshire (from its base in Welwyn Garden City)</li><li>Complete daily and weekly vehicle checks</li><li>Ensure the vehicle is maintained, clean, and roadworthy</li><li>Drive the vehicle to both planned and unplanned maintenance appointments</li><li>Support the team with set up and pack down for events (may involve manual handling tasks)</li><li>Welcome and engage with members of the public visiting the bus</li><li>Provide basic information and signposting to community services, health improvement programmes, and local support organisations</li><li>Maintain accurate records of visits and interactions as required</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>A valid UK manual Driving Licence (D1 category desirable)</li><li>Confident, approachable, and able to communicate effectively</li><li>Experience working/volunteering with the public or in a community-facing role</li><li>Committed to promoting health equity and supporting underserved communities</li><li>Ability to meet the physical demands of the role (including crouching, bending and manual handling of equipment)</li><li>Flexible and willing to work evening and weekends when required</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience driving larger vehicles</li><li>Knowledge of local health and community support services</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:Emily.Clarke@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emily.Clarke@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 10th 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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Community Support Worker/Driver

The VacancyJoin the Greater South East Net Zero Hub, a government-backed programme driving decarbonisation across the region. We’re seeking a proactive Strategic Stakeholder Manager (FTC September 2026) to lead engagement with senior stakeholders, including government departments, local authorities and industry partners. You’ll shape and deliver the Hub’s Engagement Plan, raise our profile nationally and regionally, and build partnerships that accelerate the transition to net zero.You’ll need proven experience managing diverse stakeholders, strong communication and advocacy skills, and a solid understanding of net zero policy.We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if sufficient applications are are received so please check out the full job description below and apply today!Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying as we are unable to provide sponsorship. Have a question? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>.<h4>The Company</h4>Local government—but not as you know it! We’re the Cambridgeshire &amp; Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), a bold and forward-thinking organisation created in 2017 through a landmark devolution deal with Government. That deal handed us the power and the funding to make decisions locally, for the people who live and work here.We’re a partnership of seven councils working together with businesses, educators, health services, emergency responders and community groups to drive growth and improve lives across our region. Led by a directly elected Mayor and a Board of local leaders, we’re united by a clear mission - to get Cambridgeshire and Peterborough moving.At the Combined Authority, we do things the CIVIL way—Collaboration, Integrity, Vision, Innovation, Leadership. We’re passionate about our people and proud of our culture. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impact, grow your skills, and be part of something meaningful, you’ve come to the right place.Explore our vacancies and start your journey with us today.<a href></a>The BenefitsGenerous Annual LeaveFlexible WorkingLocal Government Pension SchemeEmployees Benefits &amp; Wellbeing PlatformThe Values<ul><li>The CIVILS</li></ul><h4>Our annual CIVIL awards ceremony recognises and rewards employee successes</h4><ul><li>Work-Life Balance</li></ul><h4>Flexible Working helps my work-life balance</h4><ul><li>Learning &amp; Development</li></ul><h4>The CPCA supports my professional development</h4>Documents<a href="../../Jobs/DownloadDocument/1413505?cid=3410&amp;pubid=4017074">Strategic Stakeholder Manager JD v2.pdf - Download</a>





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Strategic Stakeholder Manager

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We are seeking a Revenues and Benefits Manager to lead and manage the day to day operation of our Revenues and Benefits services covering council tax, business rates, housing benefit and council tax support. You will ensure the efficient collection of local taxation, the accurate assessment of benefit claims and the timely recovery of arrears and overpayments.
You will also oversee government returns, performance reporting and service improvement initiatives, working closely with the Assistant Director of Finance to deliver high quality strategic and operational outcomes. A key part of the role will involve managing and developing our Civica Open Revenues system, ensuring data integrity, compliance with GDPR and PSN requirements and maximising efficiency through system improvements.
In addition, you will act as the council’s expert on revenues and benefits legislation, providing expert advice to members and senior officers, representing the council at tribunals and user groups and contributing to the wider financial strategy and leadership of the organisation.
About You
We are looking for an experienced and motivated leader with a strong background in Revenues and Benefits. You will ideally be a qualified member of the IRRV or bring extensive equivalent management experience and have a deep understanding of the relevant legislation, policy and operational best practice. You will bring proven experience of managing teams, setting performance targets and delivering excellent results in a complex and busy environment.
Your ability to communicate clearly, manage change effectively and inspire confidence will be key to your success. You will also have strong IT and analytical skills, ideally with knowledge of the Civica Open Revenues system. Most importantly, you will be customer focused, adaptable and committed to developing a service that is both efficient and empathetic, particularly in meeting the needs of vulnerable residents.
We welcome applications from candidates who share our values of integrity, collaboration and service excellence.
The post is offered on a permanent, full time basis (36 hours per week).
Benefits include:
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<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Government Service) - plus all bank holidays</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme</li>
<li>Flexi-Leave - accrue extra hours &amp; exchange for up to 2 days leave per month</li>
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<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.
If you are ready to lead a high performing team and help shape a forward thinking, community focused Revenues and Benefits service, we would love to hear from you.
Closing date: &nbsp;Monday 1st December
Please note: this vacancy may close early depending on the volume of suitable applications received, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.
No Agencies – Direct Applications Only

Hertsmere Borough Council

Revenues & Benefits Manager

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An opportunity has arisen within our Customer Service team for a part-time Customer Service Adviser. In this front-facing role, you’ll be a key point of contact for residents and visitors, representing Hertsmere Borough Council with professionalism and empathy.
You’ll handle a wide variety of enquiries across all council services by phone, email, and in person, delivering a high standard of customer service at all times. The role requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to work independently, remain calm under pressure, and meet performance targets.
What we offer:
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<li>27 – 32 days annual leave (pro rata), depending on length of local government service</li>
<li>All bank holidays off</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Free gym membership</li>
<li>Cycle-to-Work scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff</li>
<li>Free wellbeing benefits (including lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, and health MOTs)</li>
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This post is offered on a permanent, part-time basis, working 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.30am-2pm (other working pattern could potentially be considered by the manager, such as 3 full days per week, depending on business needs).
If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing Date: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10am, Monday 1st December

Customer Service Adviser (Part Time)

Job Title: Advanced Practitioner Starting Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,459 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Farnham House, Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Are you passionate about safeguarding the rights of vulnerable individuals and ensuring compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)? An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team, which requires a full time Advanced Practitioner to support the Hertfordshire Supervisory Body. You will be a qualified and experienced Best Interests Assessor.As one of three Advanced Practitioners, you will provide leadership in the role of Best Interests Assessor for the council. This position involves undertaking complex Best Interests assessments and offering supervision and mentorship to both qualified and trainee Best Interests Assessors employed by the council and partner organisations.<h4>About the role</h4>As one of three Advanced Practitioners, you will play a pivotal role in leading and shaping Best Interests practice across the council. Your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Undertaking complex Best Interests assessments on behalf of the Supervisory Body.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with DoLS and supporting the wider council in applying legislation relating to Community Deprivation of Liberty.</li><li>Facilitating and leading Best Interests Assessor Forums to share best practice and drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with care providers to enhance their understanding of the DoLS process.</li><li>Scrutinising assessments to ensure they meet all legal requirements and completing authorisation documentation.</li><li>Leading and delivering training sessions within Hertfordshire County Council and representing the Supervisory Body at external events.</li></ul>You would be joining an excellent team, receive regular supervision and will have training opportunities to keep your skills and knowledge up to date<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Qualified Social Worker, Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Clinical Psychologist</li><li>Qualified BIA (Best Interests Assessor)</li><li>In-depth knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2009,</li><li>An understanding of the implications of developing case law.</li></ul>Desirable <ul><li>Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role, such as supervising other BIAs or leading peer support groups.</li><li>Familiarity with triaging cases and prioritising workloads effectively in high-pressure environments</li><li>Experience of the court of protection process including drafting reports for Section 21A appeals or other legal proceedings.</li><li>A proactive approach to personal development, including keeping up-to-date with relevant legislation, case law, and best practices.</li><li>Strong advocacy skills to champion the rights and best interests of individuals who may lack capacity.</li><li>Ability to foster positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.</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 HSC12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:carolyn.mcintosh@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">carolyn.mcintosh@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 1 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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Advanced Practitioner

Job Title: Advanced Practitioner Salary:&nbsp;£48,226 progressing to £53,460 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent/Fixed term or secondment Directorate: Adult Care ServicesAre you passionate about making a difference in healthcare?We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Advanced Practitioners to join our teams at Hertfordshire County Council. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career while contributing to the health and well-being of our community. With state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive professional environment, we are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care.<h4>About the role</h4>As an Advanced Practitioner, you will lead on peer developmentand practice, supports and supervise staff to develop their skills and knowledge in line with related legislation including The Care Act and Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives principles to contribute to the ongoing development of the service.Advanced Practitioners are responsible for delivering high quality statutory social care including recognising safeguarding, delivering assessment, supervision and care management functions as well as developing innovative, creative community solutions.Advanced Practitioners are pivotal in developing links with the local community through undertaking multi-agency work with partner organisations, providers, professionals, individuals, families, and carers.There is responsibility for ensuring that all statutory health and social care responsibilities are met and delivered to a high standard including safeguarding, assessment, supervision, and care management functions.We are re-energising our adult social care model of Connected Lives approach that has a strong ethos of strength-based working, identifying personal goals and ensuring personal, family and community resources are utilised to achieve positive outcomes for people.<h4>Our teams</h4>Older Peoples Team West Three Rivers Locality Team 37 hours per weekThe Older Person Service is a dynamic service that works across the community under the Care Act to safeguard, assess, plan support and review adults and cares with long term health and social care needs. We have a range of teams within Older People services, including locality based teams, both residential and community reviewing teams, crisis intervention and prevention of hospital admission teams, and sensory services. We can offer Hybrid working arrangements, flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, as well as promote your continuous Learning &amp; Development.Other Advanced Practitioner vacancies may arise in other teams, therefore we encourage you to submit an application if you meet the criteria, to be considered for future vacancies and we will contact you.<h4>About you</h4>You’ll be a qualified social worker with a minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience. In addition, you will also need the following: Actively undertakes a specialist role i.e. Moving and Handling Practitioner, Practice Educator, Approved Mental Health Practitioner, Best Interest Assessor - or agreement to undertake a specialist role within the first year of the role.You will have extensive knowledge and experience in the field of adult social care, with an emphasis on safeguarding practice and related legislation. You will have the ability to manage competing service priorities and a sound grasp of current legislation, personalisation agenda and meeting the business objectives of the department. Demonstrating management potential, you will have excellent all-round communication and negotiation skills working with the Statutory, Voluntary and Independent sector partners.You will adhere to Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives Practice Principles by ensuring that people are supported to maintain their independence and receive person-centred care and support. You will utilise your knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other social care legislation, to manage the most complex cases. You will use of your advanced knowledge and experience to support other members of the team and the management team to ensure good practice. You will develop close working relationships with hospital staff and care providers to ensure effective care planning and balance the use of resources.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.<h4>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.This job role is within the Health &amp; Social Care, level 12 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careSecondment The vacancy within the Hertsmere Team - Fixed term to January 2026 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 Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>To hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Benefits of working for us Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). 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<h4>About the role</h4>Whether you’re an experienced professional, a newly qualified graduate or someone with a passion for caring,these roles present a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your career in adult social care.Through some of our fantastic development opportunities our staff have been able to complete sponsored degree courses (dependent on need and entry requirement criteria) and have gone on to become social workers or occupational therapists.VacanciesTransfer of Care Hub East - Farnham House, Stevenage 37 hours per week&nbsp;Based in Farnham House, Stevenage,&nbsp;you will work as part of a busy Transfer of Care Hub, completing social care assessments to ensure that people are discharged in a safe and timely manner. You will adhere to Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives Practice Principles by ensuring that people are supported to maintain their independence and receive person-centred care and support. You will develop close working relationships with hospital staff and care providers to ensure effective care planning.&nbsp;Transfer of Care Hub East – Emergency Discharge Lister Hospital, Stevenage 37 hours per week&nbsp;You will work as part of a busy integrated hospital discharge team at Lister Hospital, completing social care assessments to ensure that people are discharged in a safe and timely manner. You will adhere to Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives Practice Principles by ensuring that people are supported to maintain their independence and receive person-centred care and support. You will develop close working relationships with hospital staff and care providers to ensure effective care planning.About youYou will be responding to those in need of social care support and undertaking the required work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.We seek CCO's who excel at engaging with people, promoting inclusive community options, and supporting a self-directed approach while maximising universal services. Our ideal candidates are resilient, robust, imaginative, and reflective. As a small team, we collaborate cohesively to achieve our outcomes, and we’re committed to smart and flexible working.Essential criteria<ul><li>The team is community based and you must have a full UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle for working purposes</li><li>Experience of working in social care</li><li>Some weekend work is required</li></ul>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Level 8 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Health and social careThese are ongoing vacancies and applications will be considered as and when received. For an informal discussion and more information please contact: <a href="mailto:ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">ed.davis@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>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.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information </h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Community Care Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 a year pro rata Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term for 5 months&nbsp;This position is available as a secondment opportunity for up to 5 months. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.This role is all about providing the kind of business support that keeps services running smoothly and effectively.You’ll be helping to shape documentation, procedures and frameworks that underpin the delivery of vital services, while also being a point of contact for schools, providers, external agencies and the public. That means some days you’ll be deep in planning and organising your workload to meet tight deadlines, and on others you’ll be responding to queries or complaints with clarity, accuracy and professionalism.The work is varied and requires you to be methodical and detail-focused, but also confident enough to adapt quickly when priorities change. You’ll be part of a team that values cooperation and support, but you’ll also have the freedom to work on your own initiative.&nbsp;Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You’ll bring with you proven experience in business support, ideally within an education setting or in a role where partnership working has been key. You’re someone who can communicate confidently with a wide range of people, whether it’s colleagues, schools, external partners or members of the public. Writing clearly and concisely comes naturally to you, and you’re just as comfortable explaining complex information as you are listening carefully and responding with empathy.Staying organised is second nature, and you thrive when managing competing deadlines without letting standards slip. You’re methodical, accurate and numerate, and your strong interpersonal skills help you maintain positive relationships even under pressure. Importantly, you have an eye for fairness and equality, and you’re not afraid to challenge discrimination where you see it.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1637888&amp;ptId=12031" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1637893&amp;ptId=12031" target="_blank">download: L5 Business and Information Officer JD.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Business and Information Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £53,460 - £56,681 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAs Designated Social Care Officer, you will be responsible for the strategic development, operational delivery, and continuous improvement of Children’s Services and statutory social work interventions relating to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).You will act as the lead officer for Social Care within the Local Area SEND Service, influencing the design and delivery of services that reflect the needs and voices of children, young people, and families. Working closely with NHS and Department for Education colleagues, you will help shape a coherent, joined-up SEND strategy that meets our legal duties under the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice (2015).Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide strategic leadership for social care elements of the Local Area SEND strategy.</li><li>Collaborate with multi-agency partners to design and deliver integrated, person-centred services.</li><li>Use intelligence, data, and insight to inform service development and drive performance.</li><li>Champion the voice of children, young people, and families – ensuring they are heard and reflected in decisions.</li><li>Strengthen cross-sector relationships, including with education, health, voluntary sector partners, and the Parent Carer Forum (EPIC Luton).</li><li>Support the transition of young people with SEND into adulthood through effective cross-agency planning.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship<h2>About you</h2>You are a dynamic, influential professional with deep expertise in SEND and a strong background in social care. You are passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children and families and bring strategic thinking, partnership-building, and a solution-focused mindset.You will bring:<ul><li>A recognised professional qualification in Social Work.</li><li>Significant experience leading and developing SEND services in collaboration with multi-agency partners.</li><li>A strong track record of motivating and managing teams to achieve performance outcomes.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of key SEND legislation and policies, including the Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice, and equalities legislation.</li><li>Proven ability to increase participation of families in service design and delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills – with the ability to work across all levels and sectors.</li><li>Experience of preparing high-quality reports and strategic briefings to shape service direction.</li></ul>Why Join Us?This is a rare opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future of SEND services in Luton. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative leadership team committed to innovation, inclusion, and co-production. We offer a supportive work environment where your expertise will directly contribute to improving outcomes for children and families across the borough.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:&nbsp;flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1662946&amp;ptId=12033" target="_blank">download: PREF105708 M5 Designated Social Care Officer for SEND - JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1662947&amp;ptId=12033" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Designated Social Care Officer for SEND

Job Title: Inclusion Specialist - Deaf and Hearing Support Service Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 pa pro rata Hours: 22 hours per week, term time only Location: Hemel Hempstead - with flexible working Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Do you enjoy working closely with families to enable deaf children to thrive? Can you offer a supportive and knowledgeable professional presence in homes and settings whilst working collaboratively with Qualified Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People? You can play a part in Hertfordshire’s vision to deliver services that have positive outcomes for the community, striving to empower citizens and communities, who are at the centre of everything we do.&nbsp; Our well-established service is looking for an Inclusion Specialist to join the Deaf and Hearing Support Service to work with deaf children, young people and their families to deliver services to meet their needs.<h4>About the role</h4>You will work within the Deaf and Hearing Support Service to:• Offer one-to-one home visits with parents to accurately assess their needs and offer them family centred support in parenting a deaf baby.&nbsp; • Help to set up parent support groups for deaf babies and children.&nbsp; • Encourage and support parents in maintaining parent led groups.&nbsp; • Provide information, advice and guidance to families about communication choices to support language acquisition. • Collaborate with other practitioners in the team around the child in order to support the best outcomes for the child and the family.&nbsp; • Be able to present to groups of both parents and professionals.This role involves actively taking on board the views of the people of Hertfordshire, respecting the diversity of communities and acting on their feedback to improve their access to deaf services. Therefore, you’ll need to be able to work under pressure and be extremely well organised, taking a pro-active approach to your workload.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience working with families, ideally including deaf children.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge and practical application of safeguarding procedures, confidentiality, and data protection.</li><li>Strong understanding and experience of child development.</li><li>Clear grasp of family-centred practice principles.</li><li>Good knowledge of language development and acquisition.</li><li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.</li><li>Good organisational skills and ability to manage your workload effectively.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with people of all backgrounds.</li><li>Experience in accurate record-keeping and using databases, with a solid understanding of data protection protocols.&nbsp;</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1 is desirable, or a willingness to learn.&nbsp;</li></ul>Join us in making a meaningful difference – providing individualised support to deaf children and families in their homes and signposting them in times of need. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you!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 HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Helen.Cromack@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Helen.Cromack@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: w/c 15th December 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>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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Inclusion Specialist - Deaf and Hearing Support Service

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





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Driver/ Equipment Installer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;Make a difference where it matters most. Luton Council is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Housing Asset Fire Safety Surveyor to join our dedicated Housing Services team. This is a vital role where your technical expertise and understanding of fire safety legislation will help us ensure the safety and well-being of our residents across our housing stock.As a Housing Asset Fire Safety Surveyor, you will provide expert, specialist fire safety support and advice across the department. You will ensure that all fire safety requirements are inspected, managed, and maintained in line with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Building Safety Act, and wider health and safety legislation.You will be responsible for identifying fire-related risks across our housing portfolio and for designing, arranging, and overseeing the required remedial actions. Your work will directly support compliance with the council’s fire safety strategy and contribute to the overall safety of our communities.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Carry out fire risk assessments (FRA) and manage FRA validations across housing assets.</li><li>Identify fire-related risks and manage remedial work packages from conception to completion.</li><li>Support major investment and refurbishment schemes with specialist fire safety guidance.</li><li>Undertake procurement and contract evaluation activities, both pre and post-contract.</li><li>Liaise with key stakeholders, including internal teams, consultants, contractors, and residents.</li><li>Provide expert technical advice and training to housing staff on fire safety.</li><li>Ensure compliance with CDM, Asbestos, COSHH, and Health &amp; Safety legislation.</li><li>Support the council’s Building Safety Manager on all fire and building safety matters.</li><li>Work closely with residents and groups to promote fire safety awareness and best practice.</li><li>Prepare technical specifications, drawings, contract documents, and manage programmes of work.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a proactive, qualified professional with a strong background in building maintenance, particularly around fire safety and compliance.You will have:<ul><li>HNC qualification (or equivalent) in Surveying or a construction-related discipline.</li><li>NEBOSH Fire Safety &amp; Risk Management (or equivalent).</li><li>In-depth knowledge of fire safety legislation, building regulations, and health and safety law.</li><li>Proven experience in project and contract management, including budget setting and monitoring.</li><li>Experience in conducting property surveys, producing technical specifications, and managing programmes of work.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – able to negotiate, advise, and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.</li><li>A commitment to equality, diversity, and the principles of inclusive service delivery.</li></ul>You must also be:<ul><li>Able to attend meetings and emergencies outside standard working hours.</li><li>Willing and able to travel to sites and venues across Luton and, where required, the UK.</li></ul>Why Join Luton Council?At Luton, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking council with a strong focus on community safety, sustainable housing, and service excellence. We offer a supportive environment where your expertise will have a direct and visible impact. Join us and be part of a team that values professional development, innovation, and public service.Ready to take the next step? Apply today to be part of a team that’s working to keep Luton safe, compliant, and future-ready.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2> On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1640900&amp;ptId=12029" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1640909&amp;ptId=12029" target="_blank">download: Housing Asset Fire Safety Surveyor JD&amp;PS.pdf</a></li></ul>





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