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Our approach is rooted in the principles of psychologically informed environments (PIE), ensuring that our services are tailored to meet the psychological and emotional needs of those we support. We believe in creating safe, welcoming spaces that foster growth, resilience and positive change, whilst adhering to Ofsted regulations.In this role you will provide flexible and responsive support to the young people, adapting to their individual needs and circumstances. Your work will be guided by the principles of PIE, ensuring that all interactions are trauma-informed and empathetic.If you share our values and our passion for supporting young people, we`d love you to work for us.About the roleYou will be empowering vulnerable young people to lead independent and fulfilling lives with the support of a network of staff, social workers and other professionals.You will hold a caseload of young people and be expected to use a positive approach to support them to develop independent living skills such as cooking, cleaning, budgeting and building their confidence so they can move on positively when they turn 18.You will also enable them to access education, employment, training opportunities, volunteering as well as healthcare services in order to manage their emotional and physical wellbeing.Supporting young people can often be challenging but incredibly rewarding. Patience, compassion, resilience and creativity will be crucial in this role where you can make a difference to a vulnerable young person`s life.We provide a 24 hour service so you must be able to work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working.You must have a full UK driving licence and access to a car for work.Please note that a condition of your employment is that you commit to starting the following qualification within one year of joining Hightown:<ul>\n<li>Frontline Staff - NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Children and Young Peoples Workforce Diploma</li>\n<li>Sign up to the DBS Update Service</li>\n</ul>The BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£25,857 pa for a 37.5 hour a week contract</li>\n<li>Regular support from your line manager and colleagues</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>\n<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>\n<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us</li>\n<li>Friendly and supportive team environment</li>\n<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>\n</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. 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Our benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>\n<li>\nCycle to work scheme.</li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>Car Lease scheme</li>\n<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li>\n<li>\nOur West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li>\n<li>\nMaking a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li>\n</ul> What will you be doing? <ul>\n<li>To be responsible for the day-to-day preparation and cooking of meals for the elderly residents within your team. To include modified textured, diets.</li>\n<li>Supervise and support other experienced kitchen staff.</li>\n<li>Take charge of the annual budget.</li>\n<li>Liaise with suppliers to order and receive goods.</li>\n<li>Responsible for ensuring that all health and safety standards are met.</li>\n</ul>Working 37 hours per week to include, alternate weekends. Between 8am - 6pm. About you <ul>\n<li>Previous experience within a kitchen/catering environment, ideally as a senior or lead a team. </li>\n<li>Relevant qualifications within Food Hygiene.</li>\n<li>Proven ability to budget.</li>\n<li>Possess the understanding of the importance of treating each resident's request as paramount. </li>\n</ul>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We may close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications for the role early.About us Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,914","publishDate":"2025-05-15T15:37:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-28T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dc7c6a99-3292-42c0-b422-787d7f762306.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f80e4dd2-5208-44e8-83dd-36fd633685d7","title":"Visitor Economy and Tourism Strategy Manager","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"We are seeking a determined and creative individual to join our dynamic service here at West Northamptonshire Council. The Visitor Economy & Tourism Strategy Manager will develop strategic initiatives to utilise national opportunities for local benefits, develop and deliver campaigns to drive increase footfall & spend, plus showcasing West Northamptonshire to a global audience. Working with the wider LVEP partners, you will utilise your experience and knowledge to drive travel trade, increase overnight stays, support attractions to locate and grow in the area, plus enhance the visitor experience.West Northamptonshire is a place of huge opportunity, world renowned skills, and locational advantage. We in the Economic Growth & Inward Investment Service are at the forefront of capitalising on these strategic assets and establishing new opportunities for growth. Working innovatively, we are proactive in our approach to supporting and growing the local economy with a strong focus on the following areas:<ul>\n<li>Tourism & the Visitor Economy</li>\n<li>Inward Investment & Business Growth</li>\n<li>Town Centres & Markets</li>\n<li>Funding Programmes & Projects</li>\n</ul>Home to over 20,000 businesses and more than 425,000 residents, the value of West Northamptonshire's economy (GVA) was valued at around £11.5bn in 2022, supporting around 214,700 jobs. In addition, around 20m visitors flock to the area each year, generated over a £1bn and supporting 14,000 jobs. We want to support and grow the local economy, meaning that our Team must establish a high-profile reputation across the world that West Northants is a place where everyone can thrive, supporting businesses & attractions to locate & grow here, upskilling the local labour market and ensuring there are opportunities for all. We must showcase West Northants (and wider Northamptonshire) as a destination for tourism, investment, business and quality of life.This role will be essential in showcasing West Northamptonshire as a destination for visitors, leading on the implementation of the Northamptonshire Tourism Strategy and the Local Visitor Economy Partnership.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us\">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? You will be responsible for driving the delivery of the Northamptonshire Tourism Strategy for West Northamptonshire Council, including local initiatives and working as part of the county-wide Local Visitor Economy Partnership, promoting the tourism & visitor economy. This includes ensuring the opportunities and potential to develop the visitor economy are maximised in West Northamptonshire, including enhancing existing assets and developing new opportunities, delivering maximum benefit to the local authority, driving visitor numbers and local spend.You will work with colleagues within the wider Economic Growth & Inward Investment service to ensure the visitor economy is a recognised growth sector and support initiatives to enhance this industry and create opportunities with the Inward Investment & Business Growth Team and the Funding & Programmes Team.You will lead a dynamic team to capitalise on opportunities to showcase West Northamptonshire as a destination to visit time and time again on a global stage. You’ll take a lead in a multi-agency approach working with departmental teams, external businesses/attractions, stakeholders and partners such as Visit England to maximise the success rate of the service, to improve the visitor economy, resulting in increased visits and value of visits, increased inward investment, more jobs and greater GVA.You will be taking the reins on driving the visitor economy for West Northamptonshire, effectively working with stakeholders and partners as necessary to deliver largescale initiatives and activities that provide tailored business support to local attractions whilst attracting new businesses/attractions into the area. You will act as a driving force for all areas of the visitor economy including place marketing, business support, promoting the industry, upskilling the local workforce and establishing a collaborative approach to benefit residents and visitors.Utilising the local strengths in heritage, sporting excellence, events management, culture and more, you will deliver activities in line with the community that promote the unique selling point of West Northamptonshire and the wider County to boost the local visitor economy.About you We’re looking for an expert in the field with proven experience & skills, able to drive and lead initiatives to enable economic growth and make a significant contribution to tourism and the visitor economy. You will be well versed in the background relating to Local Visitor Economy Partnerships and have experience working with Destination Management Organisations and securing support and funding relating to tourism. You will be passionate about working innovatively to showcase West Northamptonshire as the perfect destination for visitors, combining creativity with finely honed project management skills to achieve tangible outcomes.You will be a charismatic manager, able to support your team to deliver a range of successful initiatives and projects to deal with highly specialised issues relating to the visitor economy and business growth. You will be highly capable and experienced in order to contribute to the strategic development of the service.Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills are key. We are also looking for significant experience of working with a range of internal and external partners and forging successful partnerships alongside account management to achieve high performance and significant, sustainable accomplishments for the service.Ideally you will have previous experience of facilitating business growth within a local authority, with experience of project management, place-marketing and an understanding of the commercial landscape. You will be able to smoothly manage and develop a pipeline of enquiries, handling all relevant processes whilst being able to use your own initiative to 'think outside of the box’. You’ll use your great attention to detail to ensure our activities are innovative, creative and achieve high level results.Finally, your knowledge of achieving economic growth initiatives will be utilised as part of the wider service, showing your ability to thrive as a team player as well as lead on projects relating to business growth. You will combine sales and marketing experience, along with expert knowledge to champion business growth and investment in the area.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49,587 - £52,860","publishDate":"2025-05-15T14:38:23.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dc4452ae-6975-497b-986d-eee802413463.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f57a3314-87aa-4539-adc7-c0152b3833d4","title":"Lawyer (Contracts)","employer":"Cotswold District Council","department":"","location":"Witney, Cirencester","locationType":2,"description":"Proud, passionate, ambitious - it couldn’t be a more exciting time to work for Cotswold District Council. We’re searching for the very best people to join us.\nThe Cotswold District is a great place, and we are rightly proud of our businesses, communities and residents. We’re busy recreating a council that’s pro-active and responsive to the needs of our residents and businesses in a fast-changing environment. That means we need to be ‘fleet of foot’ and look for innovative and creative ways to deliver against our Corporate Plan priorities.\nThe Council has an ambitious Council Plan focussed on a range of important priorities including climate action, strong local communities, and a vibrant district economy. \nAbout the role…\nYou are an experienced Contracts Lawyer, capable of working independently to provide high-quality legal services to Cotswold, Forest of Dean, and West Oxfordshire District Councils. With expertise in contract law, you will advise Council Officers and Members on a range of legal matters, ensuring decisions are lawful and robust. You will confidently handle casework with minimal supervision, draft and review contracts, provide legal reports, and support committees as needed. Your ability to interpret legislation, offer practical solutions, and mentor junior staff will contribute to the effective operation of the Councils.\nWith a range of gently rolling hills and the largest area of outstanding natural beauty in England making it a perfect base for walking and cycling, you will have this right on your doorstep. With our agile working ethos: you will be spoilt for choice.\nYou will need…\n<ul>\n<li>Fully qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive</li>\n<li>Evidence of and commitment to Continuous Professional Development</li>\n<li>3-5 years’ experience in one, or a combination of the following fields: Contracts, Procurement and Local Government.</li>\n<li>Experience of time management and task prioritisation to meet inflexible deadlines.</li>\n<li>Experience of working as a member of a team to produce high quality work.</li>\n<li>Good interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and sustain relationships with a variety of people both within and external to the Council.</li>\n</ul>\nSpecial Conditions…\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to travel and use a car for work purposes</li>\n<li>BPSS</li>\n<li>There may be a requirement to work at other locations to meet the needs of the business, but the Council supports agile working through home working and flexitime</li>\n<li>Expected to work reasonable additional hours in line with the needs of the Service</li>\n</ul>\nFor more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification.\nWhat can we do for you…\n<ul>\n<li>Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working</li>\n<li>Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)\n</li>\n<li>27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays, which increases to 30 days after five years of service</li>\n<li>In addition you will have an extra two volunteering days a year for you to support a charity of your choice</li>\n<li>Renewed again for another year there is a Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care </li>\n<li>Generous contributory <a href=\"https://www.lgpsmember.org/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n<li>Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with significant tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars</li>\n<li>Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements</li>\n</ul>\nTerms and conditions apply\nThese are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us!\nTo apply for this position please complete an application form and supporting statement together with your CV. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It’s important that we’re a good fit for each other, so let us know what’s important to you and why you want to work for Cotswold District Council. Your CV will not be available to the hiring manager unless you are shortlisted for interview to assist with our non-biased screening process so please ensure you complete the application form in full.\nIt is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian, and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.\nAccredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email.\nOur organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies\nSafer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. 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This will include ensuring services, programmes, projects, and employees are working towards a common set of outcomes\nBenefits:\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n<ul>\n<li>A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays</li>\n<li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li>\n<li>An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline</li>\n<li>A range of local & lifestyle discounts</li>\n<li>Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)</li>\n<li>Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes</li>\n<li>And much more!</li>\n</ul>\nKey responsibilities:\n<ul>\n<li>Line management of 1 FTE Procurement Specialist providing line management support, advice and guidance.</li>\n<li>Work alongside Council colleagues developing procurement and contract management strategies for a variety of category areas</li>\n<li>Work with the Procurement and Contracts manager to ensure that procurement risks are identified and opportunities realised.</li>\n<li>Develop contract management approaches with Council staff, ensuring all procurement and contract management obligations are met in line with the requirements under the Procurement Act 2023</li>\n<li>Providing a high level of advice, guidance and support to other team members and wider Council colleagues.</li>\n<li>Explore innovative ways to deliver the Council’s Plan aims, objectives and outcomes.</li>\n</ul>\nCandidate requirements:\n<ul>\n<li>Good knowledge and experience of public sector procurement regulations, across a variety of category areas</li>\n<li>Experience and excellent understanding of the Public Contracts regulations 2015 and the understanding the requirements of the new Procurement Act 2023 legislation</li>\n<li>Experience in preparing procurement tender documentation, building tender timelines, evaluation approaches and methodologies and following due governance processes</li>\n<li>Relevant professional qualifications such as Chartered Institute of Procurement and supply or a recognised business qualification or substantial previous experience in a procurement and contracts role</li>\n<li>Strong IT skills utilising a variety of Microsoft packages</li>\n<li>Experience of using e-procurement software</li>\n</ul>\nOur Area\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.\nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.\nIf you are interested and would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Clare Priest, Head of Procurement and Contracts via email clare.priest@wokingham.gov.uk\nClosing date: 11pm, 15th June 2025\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.\nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.\nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.\nWokingham is an equal opportunities employer.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,788 - £56,075 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-05-15T11:53:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ba38b5f7-91b7-4f6f-bf36-db1dc089272c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"18450e19-d231-45a2-9f23-f4afdfb3f9ec","title":"Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Duty & Assessment Team","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"Time Square, Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"Bracknell Forest have welcomed a number of Afghan families who have fled their homeland, as part of a national resettlement scheme to provide safe and secure futures for people who have helped our military and government overseas.\nWe have an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Worker or Senior Practitioner to join our Duty and Assessment Team, where your expertise will help improve the lives of children, young people and families. The work is rich, varied and immensely rewarding.\nAs we expand our social work capacity, we are looking for individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality support and assessments to those who need it most. This role will be based within the Assessment Team, providing specialist support to families as part of the resettlement scheme, as well as to those with no recourse to public funds and separated migrant children.\n<h3>About you…</h3>\nYou must have current registration with Social Work England with at least two years of experience working in statutory social services, typically within a local authority setting. You will have experience of working within the legal frameworks that support our work and committed to facilitating better outcomes for children and skilled in effective engagement of families.\nYou will bring excellent knowledge of best practice and legislation, and approach your work with professionalism, motivation, and a “can do” attitude.\nIf applying for the Senior Practitioner position, you will have a highly developed specialist knowledge of social work practice and be able to evidence appropriate continued professional development. Your skills and expertise will enable you to take the lead in complex situations and be able to support others. \n<h3>About the team…</h3>\nThe Duty and Assessment team acts as the front door for Children’s Social Care and carries out short term work, working alongside and directly with children, young people and their families. If you are passionate about supporting families to make positive changes and share our commitment to helping to keep more children safely at home with their families, then this could be the role for you.\nWe are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. Our leadership team knows that it is essential for Social Workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best practitioners they can be. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which will provide you with a strong sense of belonging.\nWe are Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding,’ with Ofsted recognising that at Bracknell Forest Council, “Children who need help and protection in Bracknell Forest receive a consistently high quality service”.\nInspectors concluded that Social Workers and other frontline practitioners benefit from manageable caseloads, good training and powerful and highly reflective supervision that ensures children are at the heart of decision making.\nIn November 2023 our Ofsted monitoring visit highlighted:\n<ul>\n<li>Social Workers receive regular supervision from their managers.</li>\n<li>Caseloads are manageable and allow workers to have time to spend with children.</li>\n<li>Social Workers are very positive about working in Bracknell Forest.</li>\n<li>Staff feel valued and that they can progress in their social work career. They feel well supported by managers and leaders.</li>\n</ul>\nEverything we do in Children’s Social Care is about improving the life chances of Bracknell’s children, put simply, we change lives for the better.\nTo further support you to provide high quality consistent social work, we have a comprehensive learning and development offer, driven by our Principal Social Worker, to learn and develop your practice.\nYou can read what our team have to say about working at Bracknell Forest via this link: <a href=\"https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bracknell-forest.gov.uk%2Fjobs%2Fchildrens-social-care-jobs%2Fmeet-our-staff&data=05%7C02%7CKaren.Cawley%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7Cd63e4a84e7434a5c727108dd781679b9%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638798760103977415%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LmRlWn5V30S0v3OOCmw3zhA%2B0VbxsmOaRSAO5a1PzO8%3D&reserved=0\">Meet children's social care staff | Bracknell Forest Council</a>. \n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>To carry out needs led child focused assessments which include outcome focused plans.</li>\n<li>To work alongside other professionals and partner agencies in assessing children in need and undertaking child protection enquiries.</li>\n<li>To be the allocated Social Worker for the duty caseload of single assessments under S17 and S47 investigations, with a specialism in working with migrant families and individuals.</li>\n<li>To take part in the duty system responding to child protection concerns.</li>\n<li>To develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines including data protection and GDPR.</li>\n<li>To participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies.</li>\n</ul>\nWe use the Family Safeguarding Model in our approach to collaborate with families to keep them together, where it is safe to do so, supported by Motivational Interviewing (MI). This approach empowers families, children and young people, enabling parents to make positive changes that lead to improved outcomes for their children and enhance their own wellbeing.\n<h3>Our benefits… </h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).</li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information).</li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n*(pro rata for part time)\n<h3>Our Values...</h3>\nAt Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you. \n<h4>Our Support...</h4>\nWe are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. \n<h3>Interview date...</h3>\nInterviews will be held on Tuesday 10th June 2025.\nInterviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.\nWe will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.\nPlease note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.\n<h3>Want to ask us a question? </h3>\nFor an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: \nYvonne Robinson - Team Manager or Hannah Morris - Head of Service\nTel: 01344 352000\nAt Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.\nBracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.\nCandidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.\nSocial Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. \nWe can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. \nCandidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.\nNo agencies please. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Social Worker £45,362 - £47,387 - Senior Practitioner £48,400 - £51,433. 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Public Protection Partnership, hosted by West Berkshire Council is seeking a Public Protection Community Officer to contribute to the delivery of high quality services that protect and enhance the well-being of our residents across Bracknell Forest, West Berkshire and Wokingham.\nThe Role\nAs a Public Protection Community Officer, you will work with the Senior Programme and Community Officer to engage residents across the partnership and support the delivery and awareness raising or key Public Protection Partnership objectives relating to reducing health harms, product safety and tackling fraud and scams. \nThe Ideal Candidate\nThe ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Excellent written and communication skills, with the ability to engage and build positive relationships with a diverse range of individuals.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Strong organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A proactive and solution-focused approach, demonstrating initiative in addressing community issues.</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Experience in community engagement and consultation is desirable</li>\n</ul>\nPlease note this role is fixed term for 23 months after start date – Funding limited project\nWest Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:\n<ul class=\"customHTML\">\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities </li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Generous Local Government pension scheme</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Family friendly policies</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">A range of local discounts</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits</li>\n<li class=\"customHTML\">You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.</li>\n</ul>\nPlease note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. \nIn addition to these benefits, you will be joining a supportive and inclusive working environment, where your contributions are valued and recognised.\nIf you would like to learn more about this role, please contact Jessica Ryall-Spoor on 07920 095414 or email <a href=\"mailto:jessica.ryall-spoor@westberks.gov.uk\">jessica.ryall-spoor@westberks.gov.uk</a>.\nJoin us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career.\nExplore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: <a href=\"http://jobs.westberks.gov.uk/media/60080/Working-With-Us-West-Berkshire-Council/pdf/Working_With_Us_-_West_Berkshire_Council.pdf?m=1727449802860\">Working with Us</a>\nEqual Opportunities\nThe Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.\n ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,093 - £35,235","publishDate":"2025-05-15T10:47:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-27T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/00b30802-fe52-4e16-847c-f50573e990e6.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fd266f60-0226-4f00-b383-bb728a077576","title":"Learning Support Assistant with SEN experience","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"The Pines School","location":"The Pines School, Hanworth Road, Bracknell","locationType":3,"description":"Teaching Assistant With SEND Experience \nThe Pines School is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistant with SEND experience to join our friendly hard working team. 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One pupil said, ‘I love it here and never want to leave.’\nThe Pines is a vibrant Primary school with a Nursery. We are well resourced and we have extensive outside space along with a Specialist Resource Provision. There are currently 300 children on roll.\nThe school is located in the Hanworth estate which is on the outskirts of Bracknell town and is within very easy access of many amenities. The 'Look Out’ environmental area, Bracknell Sports Centre and Swimming Pool, David Lloyd Health Club, the South Hill Park Theatre & Arts Centre are all well within walking distance with skating, bowling, cinemas and a leisure pool nearby.\nWe can offer you:\n<ul>\n<li>An inclusive ethos</li>\n<li>Happy, motivated children who enjoy coming to school</li>\n<li>A caring, committed team of staff</li>\n<li>A commitment to professional development for all staff</li>\n<li>Supportive teams who work well together</li>\n</ul>\nClosing date: 16th May, midday. 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The SEND Casework Practitioner will work with families of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in a highly person-centred relational approach, and coordinate service provision across education, health and care to ensure a holistic delivery of plans for individual children and families. \nFor further information about our service including our SEND Local Offer, please visit the link - <a href=\"https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wokingham.gov.uk%2Fchildren-families-and-young-people%2Fsend-local-offer&data=05%7C02%7CMathilda.Barker%40wokingham.gov.uk%7Ca3a3f3dd38494269a0c608dd9233e6bb%7C996ee15c0b3e4a6f8e65120a9a51821a%7C0%7C0%7C638827473810963579%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=53bfE5VaBujGeVswn9DLEnzaxL5MtcE6uOaBjSsYPIo%3D&reserved=0\">https://www.wokingham.gov.uk/children-families-and-young-people/send-local-offer</a>\nWhy Wokingham?\nIn the past 18 months, our area SEND system has been strengthened and the ways we deliver our services have been transformed to better meet children’s needs.\nContinuously improving children and young people’s outcomes are at the heart of what we do. To support this, we continue to invest in our SEND Service to increase capacity, training and career development opportunities to promote closer partnership working with children, young people and their families.\n We have already recruited a number of new Officers to our SEND Service in January 2025, and it has never been a better time to join us and to be part of future successful story of Wokingham Borough Council’s ambitious SEND services.\nBenefits\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays (Pro-Rata for Part Time)\n⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes\n⭐ And much more!\nKey responsibilities:\n<ul>\n<li>Contribute to the continuing improvement of the SEND Service for pupil and their families, promoting the Local Authority’s values and working in collaboration with rest of the SEND Service.</li>\n<li>To work collaboratively with families, schools and other key partner agencies for individual children and young people with SEND to ensure they are educated and are in receipt of appropriate provision that is in line with their holistic needs.</li>\n<li>Working closely with and facilitating engagement with educational settings and relevant practitioners to support, advise and monitor the local offer and to work with schools on individual cases as needed.</li>\n<li>Managing a case load of children and young people with SEND; acting as a key point of contact. This includes engagement with families, children, young people, schools, colleges and other partners where a statutory assessment request has been made. Or responding to change in circumstances.</li>\n<li>The role holder should undertake their work with due regard to the equitable use of resources and to drive the sustainability of services financially, underpinning the improvement of the SEND Service through their individual practice and supporting the development of others. </li>\n<li>The role holder will prioritise the statutory processes for vulnerable children and young people with Education, Health and Care Plans, ensuring appropriate provision is identified without delays.</li>\n</ul>\nCandidate requirements:\n<ul>\n<li>Understanding of SEN legislation and procedures, including knowledge of legislation in relation to SEN i.e. Children’s Act, Code of Practice, DDA, etc. </li>\n<li>Experience of working with children and/or families with SEN.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing complex casework which includes a need for mediation or conflict resolution in an educational environment. </li>\n<li>The ability to write detailed and complex reports independently utilising information provided by both internal and external colleagues </li>\n<li>Good IT skills, including word processing skills in Microsoft Office, and in database systems </li>\n<li>Ability to travel to a variety of locations in borough to develop relations with educational settings and attend training to key stakeholders. </li>\n</ul>\nOur Area\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. \nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. \nIf you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!\nAlternatively, for an informal discussion about the role please contact our team via email sam.philo@wokingham.gov.uk or jamie.conran@wokingham.gov.uk\nClosing date: 15th June 2025, 11pm\nInterview date: TBC\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.\nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. \nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.\nWokingham is an equal opportunities employer.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£39,513 - £43,693 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part-Time), Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2025-05-15T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4a344d58-23b8-486a-a901-c5df536dc8de.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"10eb7a1e-9476-45da-b30a-5736cf636811","title":"Co-Production and Engagement Apprentice","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham","locationType":2,"description":"We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Co-Production and Engagement Assistant Apprentice to join our dynamic team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, 16-month fixed term contract.\nAs the Co-Production and Engagement Apprentice, you will play a key role in using a variety of communication channels to help raise local people’s awareness of <a href=\"https://socialcarefuture.org.uk/\">Social Care Future</a> and increase the number of residents involved in the design, delivery and evaluation of Adult Social Care Services. In Wokingham Borough, <a href=\"https://www.wokingham.gov.uk/care-and-support-adults/bringing-about-brighter-social-care-future-wokingham-borough\">we have signed up to the Social Care Futures Vision</a> to inspire and help shape local change.\nYou will provide administrative support to help ensure that people involved in co-production work have a positive experience and assist with impact monitoring.\nApprenticeship – The successful candidate will undertake the Level 3 Multi Channel Marketer Apprenticeship delivered by LDN, the duration of the course is 16 months. The apprenticeship that will lead to a qualification in Multi-Channel Marketing.\nBenefits\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days (rising to 30 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes\n⭐ And much more! \nKey responsibilities: \n<ol>\n<li>To support the Co-Production + Engagement Officer with delivery of an agreed Co-production Strategy and help embed a culture of co-production across Adult Social Care and wider Council</li>\n<li>To assist in the administration of resident involvement; responding to queries, maintaining a database, supporting co-production workshops, gathering feedback.</li>\n<li>To help write our fortnightly e-newsletter and monitor analytics data, like open rates and click throughs, to increase engagement.</li>\n<li>To create regular engaging video case studies, interviewing residents and other stakeholders, so people can see the changes happening</li>\n<li>To support the development of the Social Care Future pages of the WBC website, working with the Digital Team and residents.</li>\n<li>To help with planning and execution of community events including our annual Big Gathering, to help increase awareness and involvement with Social Care Future.</li>\n<li>To conduct research to identify and highlight best practice, and make recommendations on how we can incorporate these in our work</li>\n</ol>\nCandidate requirements: \n<ol>\n<li>Be motivated and dedicated to achieving a Level 3 Multi Channel Marketing Apprenticeship whilst receiving support from WBC and line manager</li>\n<li>Excellent literacy skills, with a high standard of written and spoken English, able to communicate in a clear and engaging way.</li>\n<li>Have experience of using social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok etc)</li>\n<li>Be a people-person, friendly, approachable, and compassionate to others</li>\n<li>Organised, trustworthy and reliable person, with a can-do attitude</li>\n<li>Occasional out of hours or weekend working for events (which we would flex / reflect in weekly hours)</li>\n</ol>\nOur Area\nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.\nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.\nFor more information about this opportunity, please contact Hilary Lovie hilary.lovie@wokingham.gov.uk\nClosing date: Sunday 8 June 2025\nInterviews: W/C Monday 23 June\nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. \nWhilst this is a fixed term contract appointment, for anyone already employed by Wokingham Borough Council this would be classed as a secondment if successful. Therefore, the usual permission requests for secondments apply and you must speak to your line manager in the first instance before applying.\nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.\nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.\nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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The successful applicant would be an inspirational, enthusiastic, friendly professional with a passion and energy to deliver first class teaching. Are you: • A qualified (QTS) teacher with a passion for Early Years • A hard working professional, who is energetic and passionate about delivering first class teaching. • A team player with excellent communication skills • A teacher who can motivate pupils and staff to ensure everyone reaches their full potential. \nWe can offer: • Being part of a federation of schools with opportunities to work cooperatively with staff across the schools. • Support and continuous professional development • Training opportunities • Happy and enthusiastic children\nReading Borough Council also offer a range of benefits including:- • Discounted Childcare scheme • Cycle to work scheme • Season ticket loans • A range of local discounts \nVisits to school will be welcomed. We would also encourage you to visit our website: <a href=\"http://www.reysfederation.org\">www.reysfederation.org</a>\n\nApplication forms can be requested by emailing: <a href=\"mailto:admin@newbridgenursery.reading.sch.uk\">admin@newbridgenursery.reading.sch.uk</a> \nClosing Date: Applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews arranged accordingly \nWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff to share this commitment. 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You will be working with children and young people with complex needs in a Primary setting. \nThe successful candidate will: • Be able to build a warm, respectful ethos with pupils, where every child’s efforts and achievements are valued, and take pride in these. • Be a good teacher who is reflective and always striving to improve and move forward. • Be enthusiastic, approachable and have an open and positive attitude. • Be both able and willing to share their own good practice and be open to developing this through implementing the advice of colleagues. \nWe are offering you: • The opportunity to work in a ‘good’ school • An experienced, friendly and supportive staff team. • A positive and caring ethos with children at the heart of all we do. • Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning. \nKennet Valley Primary School is an effective and inclusive school, with high expectations of all its children. We have a strong staff team, good relationships with parents and the local community, extremely supportive governors, and positive links with our Local Authority. There are good facilities as well as extensive grounds that provide a wide range of outdoor learning opportunities. This is a great opportunity for a hard-working individual, who is committed to the progress of every child. \nOur Resource Base caters for small classes of children with Autism/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Teachers will work closely with the Unit Lead whilst still being part of the Kennet Valley Team. Applications are welcome from teachers already in special education as well as teachers in a mainstream setting with a desire to support children with complex SEND and an understanding of what this involves. \nVisits to the school are warmly welcomed, at the end of the day, by appointment. Please contact the office to make an appointment or request an application pack. \nVisit: <a href=\"https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk\">https://www.kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk</a> or email <a href=\"mailto:office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk\">office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk</a> or call 0118 941 4410 for more information about the role. \nKennet Valley Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with the guidance in KCSIE. \nAll shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches. 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We have a strong staff team, good relationships with parents and the local community, extremely supportive governors, and positive links with our Local Authority. There are good facilities as well as extensive grounds that provide a wide range of outdoor learning opportunities. This is a great opportunity for a hard-working individual, who is committed to the progress of every child. \nOur Resource Base caters for small classes of children with Autism/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Teachers will work closely with the Unit Lead whilst still being part of the Kennet Valley Team. Applications are welcome from teachers already in special education as well as teachers in a mainstream setting with a desire to support children with complex SEND and an understanding of what this involves. \nVisits to the school are warmly welcomed, at the end of the day, by appointment. 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The Visitor Economy & Tourism Strategy Manager will develop strategic initiatives to utilise national opportunities for local benefits, develop and deliver campaigns to drive increase footfall & spend, plus showcasing West Northamptonshire to a global audience. Working with the wider LVEP partners, you will utilise your experience and knowledge to drive travel trade, increase overnight stays, support attractions to locate and grow in the area, plus enhance the visitor experience.West Northamptonshire is a place of huge opportunity, world renowned skills, and locational advantage. We in the Economic Growth & Inward Investment Service are at the forefront of capitalising on these strategic assets and establishing new opportunities for growth. Working innovatively, we are proactive in our approach to supporting and growing the local economy with a strong focus on the following areas:<ul>\n<li>Tourism & the Visitor Economy</li>\n<li>Inward Investment & Business Growth</li>\n<li>Town Centres & Markets</li>\n<li>Funding Programmes & Projects</li>\n</ul>Home to over 20,000 businesses and more than 425,000 residents, the value of West Northamptonshire's economy (GVA) was valued at around £11.5bn in 2022, supporting around 214,700 jobs. In addition, around 20m visitors flock to the area each year, generated over a £1bn and supporting 14,000 jobs. We want to support and grow the local economy, meaning that our Team must establish a high-profile reputation across the world that West Northants is a place where everyone can thrive, supporting businesses & attractions to locate & grow here, upskilling the local labour market and ensuring there are opportunities for all. We must showcase West Northants (and wider Northamptonshire) as a destination for tourism, investment, business and quality of life.This role will be essential in showcasing West Northamptonshire as a destination for visitors, leading on the implementation of the Northamptonshire Tourism Strategy and the Local Visitor Economy Partnership.<h2>Additional information</h2>We’re looking for an expert in the field with proven experience & skills, able to drive and lead initiatives to enable economic growth and make a significant contribution to tourism and the visitor economy. You will be well versed in the background relating to Local Visitor Economy Partnerships and have experience working with Destination Management Organisations and securing support and funding relating to tourism. You will be passionate about working innovatively to showcase West Northamptonshire as the perfect destination for visitors, combining creativity with finely honed project management skills to achieve tangible outcomes.You will be a charismatic manager, able to support your team to deliver a range of successful initiatives and projects to deal with highly specialised issues relating to the visitor economy and business growth. You will be highly capable and experienced in order to contribute to the strategic development of the service.Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills are key. We are also looking for significant experience of working with a range of internal and external partners and forging successful partnerships alongside account management to achieve high performance and significant, sustainable accomplishments for the service.Ideally you will have previous experience of facilitating business growth within a local authority, with experience of project management, place-marketing and an understanding of the commercial landscape. You will be able to smoothly manage and develop a pipeline of enquiries, handling all relevant processes whilst being able to use your own initiative to 'think outside of the box’. You’ll use your great attention to detail to ensure our activities are innovative, creative and achieve high level results.Finally, your knowledge of achieving economic growth initiatives will be utilised as part of the wider service, showing your ability to thrive as a team player as well as lead on projects relating to business growth. You will combine sales and marketing experience, along with expert knowledge to champion business growth and investment in the area.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49,587 - £52,860","publishDate":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/93bcb53d-7e2a-45fd-bdfd-609228c2fa70.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0940ba86-08cf-41da-b98b-209caddef42a","title":"Locality and Community Development Manager","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us\">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a><h2>About the role</h2>The Locality and Community Development Manager is essential in delivering our commitment to place based working, ensuring the effective governance and operation of Local Area Partnerships (LAPs) and embedding our asset-based community development approach. This role involves collaborating with colleagues within West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and external partners to optimise service delivery and redesign services to address broader health determinants at a local level to effect change. By leveraging data and insights, the role informs action planning and aligns efforts with strategic leads across West Northants. The role coordinates Multi-Agency Teams to achieve Live Your Best Life (LYBL) ambitions, ensuring plans, actions, and outcomes are captured through a robust Monitoring Framework. Additionally, the role involves guiding partners, escalating issues to relevant boards, and managing the development and performance of LAPs. The postholder will also be responsible for the direct line management of between 3-4 Community Development and Inclusion Workers.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Additional information</h2>The Locality and Community Development Manager is vital to our place-based work. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to think strategically and have advanced skills in strategic planning, aligning operational activities with broader organisational goals.Proficiency in data analysis and monitoring is essential to inform decision-making, track progress, and evaluate outcomes. Experience in funding and grants management, including navigating funding mechanisms, overseeing financial compliance, and ensuring the effective use of resources in community projects, is also required.A strong advocate for multi-agency working, the candidate will understand the principles of coordination, collaboration, and joint working to foster productive relationships across sectors. Knowledge of community development theories and practices, including an asset based community development approach is highly desirable.Interviews will take place on Friday 6th June 2025.If you would like to discuss further or have any questions, please email <a href=\"mailto:debs.burns@westnorthants.gov.uk\">debs.burns@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> <h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,861 - £46,304","publishDate":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b46ca170-a179-48d5-be26-7087787cfeee.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0f7cf9df-dda7-4a35-85a9-d6cb2a2a082a","title":"Senior Cook (Southfields)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>\n<li>\nCycle to work scheme.</li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>Car Lease scheme</li>\n<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li>\n<li>\nOur West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li>\n<li>\nMaking a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li>\n</ul> <h2>About the role</h2>Southfields Care home Rated GOOD by CQC provides exceptional levels of support to older persons living with Dementia, Physical disabilities or /and Sensory impairments.Situated in a residential suburb in Northampton, offering a wonderful living environment in which residents can enjoy an enhanced quality of life.We have teams of friendly and committed staff who provide the highest level of dementia care and residential care.With our great accommodation and facilities and a programme of activities, our care home evoke a home from home atmosphere in which our residents can feel comfortable, content and very well cared for. <h2>Additional information</h2><ul>\n<li>Previous experience within a kitchen/catering environment, ideally as a senior or lead a team. </li>\n<li>Relevant qualifications within Food Hygiene.</li>\n<li>Proven ability to budget.</li>\n<li>Possess the understanding of the importance of treating each resident's request as paramount. </li>\n</ul>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We may close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications for the role early.<h2>Company information</h2>Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,914","publishDate":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-29T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c1adc41c-9828-42f7-84df-ca7a836eafcb.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"16a416fd-f3e4-499c-929e-692be762dcd4","title":"Educational Psychologists","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"Brighter Futures for Children\n \nx2 Educational Psychologists \nFull or part time, permanent post Soulbury Scale A 8-11 £57, 954 - £63,394 pro-rata (plus 3 SPAs)\n About us Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.\n \nWe work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.\n \nOur main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy and successful lives.\n \nAbout the role\nWe have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Educational Psychology Service.\n \nWe are a highly valued and well-staffed service committed to providing high quality evidence-based psychological advice. We offer a highly supportive environment to develop your career. Innovation and ambition are encouraged, and you’ll be part of a friendly, collaborative team.\n Main grade EPs enjoy a balanced workload with managed statutory demands (approx. 2 EHCNAs pcm), a patch of schools and substantial protected time for projects/commissioned work. EPs work in a range of settings as well as engaging in systemic work, training, mental health projects and partnership work with colleagues across and beyond BFfC, e.g. opportunities to work with YJS; the VS for Children with a Social Worker and the Therapeutic Fostering Programme.\n Role Responsibilities: • Consultation, assessment, advice and intervention regarding the education and well-being of young people aged 0-25, working alongside children, parents and teachers. • Assisting schools in developing effective approaches to inclusion and meeting special educational needs. • Contributing to the development and implementation of BFfC policy and practice, with particular regard to SEND. • Providing psychological advice for statutory assessments. • Contributing to the development and delivery of projects, eg Therapeutic Thinking Schools, Reading’s Autism Growth Approach, Emotional Literacy Practitioner training and supervision • Psychological advice and support to other teams, eg. 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Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.\nA competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: • Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution • Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service) • Discounted Child Care (on site nursery) • Cycle to work scheme. • Season train ticket loans • Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme • A range of local shopping discounts\nInclusion and Diversity We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.\n We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.\n \nAsking for Adjustments Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions.\n If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let us know.\n \nClosing date: 16 June 2025 Interview date: To be confirmed\n \nWe look forward to hearing from you!","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Soulbury Scale A 8-11 pro-rata (plus 3 SPAs)","publishDate":"2025-05-14T14:46:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-16T14:46:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c1b9b445-1156-422b-993e-d01ac69e777e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"988cd279-8fc0-487d-a8c3-8b491bd95b15","title":"SEN Case Officer","employer":"Brighter Futures for Children","department":"","location":"Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading","locationType":2,"description":"Brighter Futures for Children\nFull time, permanent post\n About us Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.\n \nWe work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children’s social care, early help & prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Offending Service and traded services with schools.\n \nOur main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy and successful lives.\n \nAbout the role\nWe have an exciting opportunity for you to join our SEN team. This role is a key post which will be responsible for: • the co-coordination of Education, Health and Care (EHC) Assessments and plans for a caseload of children and young people (CYP) with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) • leading to high quality outcome focused EHC Plans and working in collaboration with families and professionals throughout the process. • leading and co-ordinating the casework required to meet Brighter Futures for Children’s (BFfC) statutory duties such as phased transfers, to ceasing, initiating, processing and maintaining EHC plans for Children and young people between the ages of 0 – 25 years old.\n \n \nOur offer We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition are strongly encouraged, and you’ll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.\nA competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including: • Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution • Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years’ service) • Discounted Child Care (on site nursery) • Cycle to work scheme. • Season train ticket loans • Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme • A range of local shopping discounts\n \nInclusion and Diversity We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. 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Youth Support Worker

Hightown Housing Association

£25857 Per Annum

Burham (On-Site)

Posted 6 hours ago

Senior Cook (Southfields)

West Northamptonshire Council

£26,914

Northampton (On-Site)

Posted 7 hours ago

Visitor Economy and Tourism Strategy Manager

West Northamptonshire Council

£49,587 - £52,860

Northampton (On-Site)

Posted 8 hours ago

Lawyer (Contracts)

Cotswold District Council

£50,788 per annum pro rata

Witney, Cirencester (Hybrid)

Posted 10 hours ago

Procurement & Contracts Senior Specialist

Wokingham Borough Council

£50,788 - £56,075 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 11 hours ago

Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Duty & Assessment Team

Bracknell Forest Council

Social Worker £45,362 - £47,387 - Senior Practitioner £48,400 - £51,433. Both roles are inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowances plus annual 4% retention payment after 1 year

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

Posted 11 hours ago

Public Protection Community Officer (FTC 23 months)

Bracknell Forest Council

£29,093 - £35,235

West Berkshire Council (Hybrid)

Posted 12 hours ago

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Learning Support Assistant with SEN experience

The Pines School

£12.81 - £13.41

The Pines School, Hanworth Road, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 12 hours ago

Closing in 5 days

Class Teacher

Winkfield St Mary's CE Primary School

Teacher Main Pay Scale 1 - 6 £33,075 - £45,037

Winkfield St Mary's CE Primary School, Winkfield Row, Bracknell (On-Site)

Posted 12 hours ago

SEND Casework Practitioner

Wokingham Borough Council

£39,513 - £43,693 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part-Time), Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 14 hours ago

Co-Production and Engagement Apprentice

Wokingham Borough Council

£23,656 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Posted 18 hours ago

EYFS Teacher - New Bridge Nursery School

Reading Borough Council

£31,650 to £43,607 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 23 hours ago

Class Teacher - Kennet Valley Primary School

Reading Borough Council

£31,650 to £49,084 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 23 hours ago

Class Teacher - Kennet Valley Primary School

Reading Borough Council

£31,650 to £49,084 Per year

Reading (On-Site)

Posted 23 hours ago

Visitor Economy and Tourism Strategy Manager

West Northamptonshire Council

£49,587 - £52,860

Northampton (On-Site)

Posted 24 hours ago

Locality and Community Development Manager

West Northamptonshire Council

£42,861 - £46,304

Northampton (On-Site)

Posted 24 hours ago

Senior Cook (Southfields)

West Northamptonshire Council

£26,914

Northampton (On-Site)

Posted 24 hours ago

Educational Psychologists

Brighter Futures for Children

Soulbury Scale A 8-11 pro-rata (plus 3 SPAs)

Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

SEN Case Officer

Brighter Futures for Children

£35,000 - £49,999

Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Family Safeguarding Recovery Facilitator

Bracknell Forest Council

£30,762 - £35,983 inclusive of London Weighting and Essential Car User Allowance

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

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Youth Support Worker

Senior Cook (Southfields)

Visitor Economy and Tourism Strategy Manager

Lawyer (Contracts)

Procurement & Contracts Senior Specialist

Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Duty & Assessment Team

Public Protection Community Officer (FTC 23 months)

Learning Support Assistant with SEN experience

Class Teacher

SEND Casework Practitioner

Co-Production and Engagement Apprentice

EYFS Teacher - New Bridge Nursery School

Class Teacher - Kennet Valley Primary School

Class Teacher - Kennet Valley Primary School

Visitor Economy and Tourism Strategy Manager

Locality and Community Development Manager

Senior Cook (Southfields)

Educational Psychologists

SEN Case Officer

Family Safeguarding Recovery Facilitator

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