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Job Title: Early Years Inclusion Specialists Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 32.5, 26 and 21.46 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens ServicesWe are recruiting to 1 full time position which is 32.5 hours per week covering the East of the County. We are also recruiting to 2 Part time positions, one at 26 hours per week and one at 21.46 hours per week covering the West of the County. <h4>About the team</h4>We are seeking dedicated and knowledgeable Early Years Inclusion Specialists to join our dynamic Early Years SEND Service.We ensure the educational and developmental progress of children (0-7), with a range of SEN/D and additional needs, is met in line with the Hertfordshire Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Strategy and HCC strategic objectives. Our Early Years Inclusion Specialists work in close partnership with our Advisory Teachers to support the implementation of advice, modelling strategies and interventions. Coaching and equipping practitioners across Early Years settings and schools through outreach support, whilst also building confidence and knowledge in parents and carers through training delivery, home visits and supporting intervention classes at our Early Years Specialist Development Centres for children with complex SEND needs.<h4>About the role</h4>This is a key role to support children to succeed, by providing training and inclusion support to settings and families, to ensure they are equipped to support early years children with SEND needs.Tasks include:<ul><li>To conduct setting and home visits and support delivery of group intervention sessions at Early Years Specialist Development Centers and other specialist groups (e.g., Early Years Autism Parent Training).</li><li>To provide SEND information, signposting, and practical strategies to parents, carers, and practitioners.</li><li>You will empower families to support their child’s development and implement agreed strategies.</li><li>You will support planning, assessment and monitoring progress towards childrens individual outcomes.</li><li>You will support the organisation and delivery of specialist Intervention sessions, through preparing resources and activities, working closely with partners, communicating with parents/carers and settings, being organised, prepared, creative, positive and solution focused.</li><li>You will model inclusive strategies and use of resources during sessions and visits.</li></ul>In partnership with the Specialist Advisory Teacher, you'll be guided on the specialist strategies and interventions needed for the children, by modelling and training the identified strategies and interventions to setting practitioners and families in an engaging manner. Once embedded, you'll then go on to review their progress.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>NVQ level 3 or above in early years education.</li><li>Experience of working with children who have a range of SEN/D in Early Years settings, and with families.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of specialist strategies and interventions for children with additional needs.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, must be fluent in English both spoken and written for public facing role.</li><li>Proficient in the use of technology e.g. laptop, iPad etc.</li><li>Ability to work independently in settings.</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team and in collaboration with a range of partners including setting staff and other professionals.</li><li>Sound judgement and analytical ability in order to understand the needs of the child with SEND and the context of the setting in order to provide appropriate support.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice and key national initiatives.</li><li>Ability to travel independently – driving license and access to a vehicle is essential.</li><li>Safeguarding: This role requires an Enhanced DBS check. Disclosure of any cautions, reprimands, or convictions is a contractual obligation.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Additional qualification in a specific area of SEND, Early Years, HLTA, Teaching</li><li>Experience working in EYFS in school settings</li><li>Experience supporting the delivery of training and/or working in a coaching/supporting capacity.</li></ul>This role is a great opportunity for career progression and development into a specialist area of practice, working as part of a dedicated and knowledgeable team of passionate early years SEND professionals. Early Years Inclusion Specialists play a pivotal role in supporting parents and carers to understand their child’s needs and navigate SEND systems and processes. You will also have a fundamental role in exacting change through your contact with Early Years Settings and schools, supporting the development of inclusive provision and practice, impacting children’s outcomes and progress through all that you do. 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 Eilish Foley (<a href="mailto:eilish.foley@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">eilish.foley@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>) or Debbi Watson (<a href="mailto:debbi.watson@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">debbi.watson@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>)Interview Date: 20th and 21st November&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. <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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Hertfordshire County Council

Early Years Inclusion Specialists

Job Title: SfYP My Future Coach Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum Hours: 37.0 Location: HertfordshireBased in Apsley, covering the South and West of Hertfordshire.The successful candidate will be out and about with some hybrid working, Work with young people will be mainly face to face, as will the work with providers, colleges, employers and third sector organisations. &nbsp;Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Services for Young People (SfYP) Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Team provides a range of specialist services for young people (aged 13-25) with additional needs/SEND. This involves providing careers, information, advice, and guidance to support them in making positive decisions about their futures; maintenance of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) for those aged 16+ in further education and support to find paid employment or other positive activities.The ‘My Future’ Programme is being delivered in all four of the Hertfordshire Colleges and has been designed to support young people with EHCPs to transition out of college into a positive destination or opportunity.We are currently looking to recruit a full time ‘My Future’ Coach, to work with the colleges in the South &amp; West of the county. The key role of the ‘My Future’ Coach is to provide transition coaching assistance to young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who are moving on from college, working closely with parents/carers.<h4>About the role</h4>This role will require you to:<ul><li>Engage effectively with a caseload of young people with EHCPs, identified by the allocated colleges and SfYP CEIAG Advisers to provide transition coaching and support.</li><li>Work with college staff and SfYP staff to ensure that young people on caseload are supported appropriately to move into positive activities of interest when they leave college.</li><li>Support young people to take up positive activities, volunteering, or paid employment opportunities by using tried and tested supported employment techniques.</li><li>Provide advice, support and disability awareness training as required to opportunities providers to unsure they understand how to support the young person they are providing an opportunity to.</li><li>Provide information and support to parents/carers to raise aspirations and expectations for a fulfilling life after college that can include positive activities, volunteering, community inclusion and paid employment.</li><li>Work with local third sector organisations to identify opportunities that match the skills of young people on caseload.</li><li>Work to agreed targets including college leaver NEET prevention, monitoring of caseload progress through regular review, recording of data on management information systems to appropriate timescales and standards, producing reports as required.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Experience of working with young people with additional needs/SEND.</li><li>An understanding of the barriers to learning, training, volunteering, and employment that young people may have.</li><li>Evidence of excellent written and verbal communications skills.</li><li>Demonstrable time management skills with the ability to manage and prioritise a caseload.</li><li>Experience of the use of ICT systems, including databases.</li><li>Demonstrable advocacy and negotiation skills.</li><li>Experience of working with employers, providers and third sector organisations.</li><li>A driving licence and access to a vehicle</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Training in Systematic Instruction (TSI)</li><li>Experience of sales/marketing.</li><li>Experience of providing training.</li></ul>If you want a job with variety, then this role is for you, as no two days are the same. The job combines providing transition support for young people with marketing them to employers, community providers and third sector organisations.The postholder will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people with SEND and their families by helping them to find suitable post college opportunities which may include community activities, volunteering, or paid employment where appropriate.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.We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Elizabeth King (<a href="mailto:elizabeth.king@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">elizabeth.king@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>).Interview Date:19th Aug 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.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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Assistant Director, PeoplePermanent, Full TimeUp to £104,843 per annum Location: ChelmsfordWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Anywhere worker</a>Closing Date: Sunday 2nd November (23:59)Experience the best of both worlds with our flexible hybrid working arrangements. Enjoy the freedom to work from home while still benefiting from in-person collaboration at our Chelmsford office, typically around 2 to 3 days per week dependent on business need One of the most exciting leadership roles in local government. Essex County Council is seeking a visionary and strategic Assistant Director, People to help shape the future of our organisation and the communities we serve. This is a rare opportunity to lead the delivery of a brand-new People and Organisation Development plan, driving improvements in core people practices that will benefit our employees, enhance organisational performance, and positively impact the residents of Essex.About the RoleAs Assistant Director, People, you'll work closely with Executive Directors and senior leaders to deliver high-impact, innovative, and compliant people services. You'll lead expert teams across:<ul>
<li>Business Partnering</li>
<li>Reward and Recognition</li>
<li>People Performance</li>
<li>Employment Practice</li>
</ul>You'll be instrumental in developing and aligning people policies with strategic priorities, and embedding people solutions into the council's planning framework, gaining organisational buy in to strategic workforce planning outcomes over the short and medium term This role demands confident leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence at the highest levels-corporate and political.In February 2025 , Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about this here <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://workingforessex.com/roles?source=workingforessex.com&amp;data=05|02|Sharon.Burrus2@essex.gov.uk|2f58d1d5968946d6f86a08dd7029c06e|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638790046808311814|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&amp;sdata=RWho6LqejkQVDN7KrRNgcfWGSUqBWz4muq14BcdeAJ4=&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank"> devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR </a> ). This role will be fundamental in delivering this once in a lifetime governmental change, ensuring that our people and those from wider Greater Essex organisations are best equipped to navigate the change. Collaboration will be vital, as you work alongside colleagues and leaders both internally and externally to meet the high ambitions Greater Essex has for our future.You'll also:<ul>
<li>Represent the People function at key strategic meetings</li>
<li>Lead the development of workforce planning methodologies</li>
<li>Drive continuous improvement and innovation</li>
<li>Deliver benchmarked performance targets</li>
<li>Champion a collaborative, service-first culture</li>
</ul>Skills, Knowledge and ExperienceWe're looking for a dynamic and experienced HR leader who brings:<ul>
<li>A degree-level qualification (RQF Level 6) or equivalent experience</li>
<li>Chartered CIPD status (or equivalent) with deep expertise in Employee Relations, Reward, and People Analytics</li>
<li>Deep subject matter expertise in managing the workforce implications of transformational change in complex, matrix management organisations</li>
<li>Proven experience in leading HR performance, strategic planning, and programme delivery</li>
<li>Excellent analytical skills and data governance knowledge, including statutory reporting</li>
<li>Experience developing high-performing HR Business Partner teams and integrated specialist functions</li>
<li>Ability to coordinate functional expertise to deliver cohesive, organisation-wide people solutions</li>
<li>Senior leadership experience in matrix environments, advising corporate and political leaders</li>
<li>Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills across all levels</li>
</ul>Why Essex County Council?At ECC, we're committed to delivering the best outcomes for our communities. You'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, inclusion, and professional excellence. We offer:<ul>
<li>Flexible and hybrid working arrangements</li>
<li>A strong focus on professional development</li>
<li>Access to a wide range of employee benefits</li>
<li>The opportunity to make a real impact at scale</li>
</ul>As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost.Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" target="_blank"> Everyone's Essex </a> . With flexible working, excellent development opportunities, and the chance to work with a supportive team that's passionate about what they do, Essex is the ideal place for you. Ready to lead the future of people services and make a lasting difference? Apply now and help shape a modern, high-performing council.Successful applicants will be invited to attend an interview at our County Hall offices week commencing the 24th November 2025.

Assistant Director, People

Job Title: Senior Corporate GIS Analyst Starting Salary: £38,220 opportunity to progress to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage/Hybrid Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire County Council is made up of over 8500 talented, passionate, and caring individuals across Adult Care, Children’s Services, Community Protection, Growth &amp; Environment &amp; Resources.At HCC we are committed to working towards: -<ul><li>A cleaner Greener Environment for all</li><li>Providing Healthy and Fulfilling lives for ALL of our residents</li><li>Sustainable, responsible growth in our county</li><li>Excellent council services for all</li></ul>This role is within the Corporate Centre GIS Team which is a small team of GIS analysts who form part of the wider Community and Geospatial Intelligence team. The team is responsible for the management of the corporate GIS infrastructure which is used by staff, partners and the public. The role will be supporting a range of workstreams across the authority, whether that be providing location based spatial analysis in support of the council’s service planning, or by managing Hertfordshire County Council’s Enterprise ESRI suite, including application support (desktop and web), web services, and spatial datasets. If you have a passion for data and information and want to use your analytical and GIS skills to bring it to life and help make a difference to communities in Hertfordshire, then this role is for you.Expectation to attend the office once a week. During first 2 weeks in post there is an expectation to attend every day.<h4>About the role</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen within the team to support the development and management of Hertfordshire’s enterprise deployment of the ESRI suite of products. The post holder will provide GIS expertise, analysis and technical support for web and desktop to the user base. You will also work alongside other analysts on a variety of projects across the council, utilising a variety of different data types from often disparate sources to analyse and visualise information, making it accessible and presenting findings in a logical and attractive way. Some examples of tasks include:<ul><li>Providing GIS support/analysis including digitisation, editing, publishing and production of hard copy or digital maps.</li><li>Support the ESRI Enterprise suite with use of Arc Pro Desktop, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online, Portal for ArcGIS, Web GIS apps including Experience Builder.</li><li>Source and update spatial datasets including Ordnance Survey data. This will include processing these before loading to our Enterprise geodatabase.</li><li>Assist with user licence management and administration.</li><li>Provide GIS related advice via meetings and documentation and assist users with the use of GIS and promote training.</li><li>Collaborative working with stakeholders to drive up data quality, currency and use of metadata.</li><li>Assist with Enterprise geodatabase schema management within SQL. Configuring the geodatabase to support user workflows and access.</li><li>Design, build and promote automated workflows with the use of Model builder, python or Fabric.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Qualification in GIS or related subject at degree or postgrad level, or significant experience in a similar role.</li><li>Experienced and accomplished user of Arc Pro desktop software, tools and extensions. Competent and demonstrable skills in use of ArcGIS Online and Portal for ArcGIS to include creation of content/web maps and admin of these systems.</li><li>Experience of supporting others in a GIS/Technical capacity.</li><li>Knowledge/experience of creating web applications.</li><li>Experience of maintaining and processing geospatial datasets including within relational databases.</li><li>Experience in building automated workflows and geoprocessing models using Model Builder, Python or equivalent.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Good numeracy, analytical and computer skills for data manipulation and management (MS Excel, Power BI, Power Query, VBA, MS Fabric)</li><li>Passion about continuing to update your GIS knowledge and skills in respect of new technology.</li><li>Ability to produce concise documentation for user support or system management.</li><li>Experience of programming languages and software development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, .NET).</li><li>Experience in GIS systems integration, development and support.</li><li>Knowledge of Ordnance Survey and PSGA related datasets and their licensing and use in map production.</li><li>Experience of managing projects to meet deadlines.</li></ul>You will be an enthusiastic, self- starting problem solver, with a passion for promoting the use of GIS and delivering GIS tools and applications to aid the council deliver its services. &nbsp;Having an analytical mind, and an eye for detail particularly for spotting patterns, correlations in data and enthusiasm for displaying and visualising data in a meaningful and insightful way to both internal audiences and external partners is essential.This role is varied and wide reaching, and you will be exposed to a wide range of data and information. You will get the opportunity to build an evidence base that contributes to and ultimately makes a difference to communities and residents in Hertfordshire.This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP10 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Kellie Blanchard,&nbsp;Corporate GIS Services Lead &amp; Ordnance Survey PSGA Principal ContactE: <a href="mailto:kellie.blanchard@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">kellie.blanchard@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: to be confirmed&nbsp;Benefits of working for usWe 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. <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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Senior Corporate GIS Analyst

Job Title: SEND EHC Coordinator Location: Hemel Hempstead / Stevenagge Starting Salary: £34,434 pa with the opportunity to progress to £37,280 per annumHours: 37 per week Contract: PermanentThings are changing in SEND for Hertfordshire County Council. We are making SEND everyone's business.Do you want to make a positive impact and be part of that change? We’re continuing to invest in our statutory SEND workforce.<h4>About the role</h4>The Education Health &amp; Care Coordinator (EHC Coordinator) role is highly process-driven. The role involves managing and processing EHC plans within a complex legal framework to tight timescales. It involves implementing legal requirements as part of a meticulous review of documents, then creating, reviewing and amending plans. Whilst the role does involve communication and ongoing dialogue with practitioners, parents and carers, this is primarily related to statutory processes. The role involves virtually no direct interaction with children or young people.Being an EHC Coordinator, you’ll be delivering casework that coordinates professionals across education, health and care as well as the family, to deliver EHC assessments, plans and reviews to time and high quality, with a focus on improving outcomes for children and young people.​ This includes:<ul><li>Developing the highest standards of achievement and inclusion for children and young people with SEN through effective casework within the policy and budget framework of the Council, ensuring a focus on preparing for adulthood from the earliest ages.​</li><li>Taking responsibility for the preparation of information for parents, children, young people and schools, which provides the right information at the appropriate time, in a simple to use way, which engages partners in understanding what our responsibility is to children, families and schools. ​</li><li>Managing and processing statutory casework within legal and internal timelines ​</li><li>Working collaboratively with professionals across education, health and care services​</li><li>Ensuring effective case management, integrated working practice and successful outcomes for children.​</li><li>Participating in resource decisions, taking the lead where appropriate, for example decision making processes relating to whether or not assessment or plans are written, or whether specialist provision is agreed, ensuring that resource decisions are in line with local authority policies, procedures and eligibility criteria. This could include chairing or attending panel meetings.​</li><li>Participating, as required, in a range of meetings with other professionals and​parents/carers in relation to individual children with complex needs, including representing Children’s Services at annual review, chairing reviews, attending and chairing multi-agency meetings as appropriate.​​</li><li>Contributing to the development of policy, procedures and provision for children with SEN children’s needs, which includes maintaining an up-to-date knowledge relating to SEN casework, changes to national legislation and departmental policies, and supporting induction/training and support to all team members.​​</li><li>Inputting and maintaining accurate and comprehensive database records as required and participate in the Local Authority’s systems for monitoring and quality assurance for children and young people known to the EHC assessment and review team.</li></ul><h4>About the teams</h4>EHC coordinators will be aligned to one of several functional teams supporting either assessment processes, review processes or resolution and reconciliation processes.We have opportunities for you to specialise in:<ul><li>School Age SEND (based in Apsley): responsible for children and young people age 5 – 19 with an EHCP who attend a school </li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014.</li><li>Educated to A level or equivalent</li><li>Previous experience working in schools to deliver SEND provision or experience with other stakeholders including parents, education, care and health</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li><li>The ability to work to deadlines and under pressure</li><li>High level of literacy to support good case recording and quality EHC plans.</li><li>Hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Previous experience with casework management&nbsp;</li></ul>This job role is within the&nbsp;Health and Social Care Family, level HSC9&nbsp;job profile. Please locate this via:&nbsp;Job profiles - Health and social careBenefits 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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SEND EHC Coordinator

<h5>The opportunity and the context </h5>Do you want to help shape the future of how people travel across our region?We’re looking for a Strategic Transport Programme Support Officer to join our Place &amp; Connectivity Directorate.<h4>About the role</h4>You’ll support the Strategic Transport Team to deliver projects that make it easier for residents to walk, wheel, cycle, and use public transport. Expect to get involved in:<ul><li>Project &amp; programme support</li><li>Data management &amp; evaluation</li><li>Financial &amp; systems support</li><li>Procurement &amp; contract management</li><li>Working with partners &amp; stakeholders</li></ul>This role is about making sure projects run smoothly, stay on track, and deliver great outcomes for our communities.<h5>What we're looking for </h5>We’re looking for someone who has:<ul><li>Experience in project/programme coordination</li><li>Knowledge of transport or behavioural change initiatives</li><li>Strong IT skills (especially Excel &amp; MS Office)</li><li>Excellent communication &amp; teamwork skills</li><li>A positive, motivated, and organised approach</li></ul>Qualifications we’d love you to have include:<ul><li>BTEC/NVQ L3 in Business Administration (or equivalent)</li><li>GCSEs in English &amp; Maths (Grade A*/9–C/7 or equivalent)</li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5><h4>Why join us?</h4><ul><li>Be part of a team influencing how people move across our region</li><li>Play a key role in delivering the Local Transport and Connectivity Plan</li><li>Work in a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking environment</li></ul><h4>Closing date</h4>The full job description can be found <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/documents/HR/job-vacancies/Strategic-Transport-Programme-Support-Officer-JDPS.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>Applications close on: Monday 3rd November Please submit your cv and covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>. Any applications without a covering letter will not be considered.<h4>Right to Work</h4>This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.<h4>Our Commitment</h4>We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the:<ul><li>Care Leavers Covenant</li><li>Armed Forces Covenant</li></ul>We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire.Your participation is entirely optional and will not affect your application. The information you provide will be kept confidential and used only for internal monitoring purposes.





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Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority

Strategic Transport Programme Support Officer

<h5>The opportunity and the context </h5>Drive the Future of Transport Across Cambridgeshire &amp; Peterborough! We’re on a mission to make life better, healthier, and fairer for everyone across our region — and transport is at the heart of it. As our new Transport Programme Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of major transport projects that shape how people connect, travel, and thrive.From the A10 and A47 upgrades to Cambridge South station and Ely area rail improvements, this is your chance to take the wheel on projects that will define our region’s growth and sustainability.<h4>What You’ll Do</h4><ul><li>Lead and oversee an ambitious transport and infrastructure programme from concept to completion.</li><li>Ensure delivery of key milestones — on time, within budget, and with impact.</li><li>Manage risks, dependencies, and governance across multiple high-profile projects.</li><li>Engage confidently with political leaders, stakeholders, and delivery partners.</li><li>Represent the Combined Authority at local, regional, and national levels.</li></ul><h5>What we're looking for </h5><h4>What You’ll Bring</h4><ul><li>Degree-level education (or equivalent experience).</li><li>Professional qualifications like IEng, CEng, TPP, or APM (or working towards).</li><li>Proven experience managing large, complex transport projects — ideally across both road and rail.</li><li>Excellent organisational, stakeholder, and programme assurance skills.</li><li>A forward-thinking, politically aware mindset and the ability to deliver under pressure.</li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5><h4>Why Join Us?</h4><ul><li>Be part of a bold, evolving strategy tackling post-pandemic, climate, and cost-of-living challenges.</li><li>Shape transport solutions that are sustainable, equitable, and future-focused.</li><li>Work with passionate teams and national partners on projects that matter.</li></ul><h4>How to apply:</h4>The full job description can be found <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/Transport-Programme-Manager-2025.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>.Please send your cv and covering letter to: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>.Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.<h4>Key Dates</h4><ul><li>Closing date: Monday 3rd November 2025</li></ul>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.<h4>Enquiries</h4>For more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a><h4>Right to work</h4>This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.<h4>Our Commitment</h4>We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.





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Transport Programme Manager

Team Manager – Learning Disabilities – Lead with Purpose, Empower with Heart Are you a confident leader with a passion for supporting people with learning disabilities? As a Team Manager at Peabody, you’ll guide a team of dedicated support workers to deliver high-quality, personalised services that help our customers live independently, safely, and with dignity.This is a role where your leadership, empathy, and drive will shine. You’ll be the anchor for your team—offering support, solving challenges, and leading service improvements that make a real difference. If you’re ready to lead with kindness and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of support workers</li><li>Provide regular supervision and model best practice in complex cases</li><li>Oversee assessments, support plans, and reviews to ensure quality care</li><li>Maintain accurate records and monitor performance using digital systems</li><li>Work with external agencies to assess referrals and prioritise support</li><li>Build strong relationships with local services and professionals</li><li>Promote independence, wellbeing, and inclusion for all customers</li><li>Manage safeguarding and risk concerns with confidence and care</li><li>Champion self-advocacy and customer empowerment</li><li>Lead team meetings and contribute to training and development</li></ul>What You’ll Need<ul><li>Experience supporting people with learning disabilities</li><li>Strong leadership and team management skills</li><li>Confidence in assessing needs and managing risks</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities</li><li>IT skills and attention to detail for record-keeping</li><li>A positive, energetic, and empathetic approach</li><li>Commitment to equality, inclusion, and customer service</li><li>A full UK driving licence and access to your own car</li><li>A satisfactory DBS check (Peabody pays for this)</li></ul>Desirable but not essential:<ul><li>Availability to work some weekends and public holidays</li><li>Understanding of safeguarding, GDPR, and health &amp; safety</li><li>Experience working with statutory and voluntary sector services</li></ul>Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.What We Offer<ul><li>25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays</li><li>Two paid volunteering days each year</li><li>Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal</li><li>Life assurance at 4x your salary</li><li>Up to 10% pension contribution</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Recognition and reward schemes</li></ul>Please Read Before ApplyingThis role involves travel between sites and working flexibly to meet customer needs, including occasional unsocial hours. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential. A DBS check is required.Interviews will be held on Wednesday 5th November.If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.Got questions? Reach out to George Murphy, Talent Specialist at <a href="mailto:george.murphy@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">george.murphy@peabody.org.uk</a>





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Peabody

Team Manager - Learning Disabilities

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Strategic Team Leader to manage and inspire our team of planning officers. You will lead the delivery of large-scale strategic development projects that shape the long-term vision of East Herts. This is a unique opportunity to influence key developments and ensure they align with our council’s goals for sustainable growth and community wellbeing.East Herts District Council is committed to sustainable growth and vibrant communities. We are at the forefront of shaping the future of our district through innovative planning and strategic development. Join us and play a pivotal role in transforming East Herts into a thriving place to live, work, and visit.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead, motivate, and manage a team of planning officers focused on strategic development projects.</li><li>Oversee the assessment and progression of large-scale planning applications and policy development.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams, stakeholders, developers, and the community to ensure successful project delivery.</li><li>Provide expert advice and guidance on strategic planning matters.</li><li>Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and outcomes to senior management and elected members.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the team and planning processes.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For:<ul><li>Proven experience in managing teams within a planning or development context, preferably in local government.</li><li>Strong knowledge of strategic planning, policy frameworks, and large-scale development projects.</li><li>Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects effectively.</li><li>Passion for sustainable development and community-focused planning.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Make a real impact on the future of East Herts.</li><li>Supportive and inclusive work environment.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li></ul>How to apply For an informal discussion about the role and to find out more about East Herts Councils ambition please contact Martin Plummer (Service Manager - Development Management and Enforcement) (<a href="mailto:martin.plummer@eastherts.gov.uk" target="_blank">martin.plummer@eastherts.gov.uk</a>).Closing date: 30 November at MidnightInterviews will be held In early December. So, if you’re looking to make a difference in East Hertfordshire as a (job title), please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.





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East Hertfordshire District Council

Strategic Sites Team Leader

Job Title: Inclusion Specialist Starting Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 pa pro rata Hours: 22 hours per week, term time only Location: Hemel Hempstead 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.<h4>About the role</h4>Our well-established service are 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.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; • Introduce the concept of Deaf Choices to parents and families.&nbsp; • Provide basic training in Cued Speech to parents of deaf babies and children.&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 professionals about Cued Speech and how it works in partnership with Cochlear Implants and Sign Language and supports language acquisition.&nbsp; • 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&nbsp;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 of working with families and preferably deaf children.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge and practice of safeguarding procedures, confidentiality and data-protection.</li><li>Excellent knowledge and experience of child development.</li><li>A good understanding of the concept of family centred practice.</li><li>A good understanding of language development and acquisition.</li><li>Able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.</li><li>Able to keep accurate records using a data-base, and a good understanding of data-protection and confidentiality protocols.</li><li>You must be experienced in Cued Speech or prepared to work towards your Level Two qualification in Cued Speech.</li></ul>Join us in making a meaningful difference—empowering deaf children and their families through inclusive, compassionate, and expert support that helps every child thrive.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: 6th NovemberBenefits 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>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

Job Title: School Planning Manager Starting Salary: £61,443 progressing to £68,775 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Hybrid working with base location at Farnham House Stevenage with regular travel across Hertfordshire to schools Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>Do you want to make that difference?Education plays a vital role in the development of all children and young people, and we know it is something that residents feel passionately about.&nbsp; Our team has a key role, making sure that the needs of Hertfordshire’s children can be met within their local community.&nbsp; Our mission is to ensure that we have the right number of high-quality mainstream and specialist school places to offer children the opportunities to learn as closely as possible to where they live.<h4>About the role</h4>As a School Planning Manager in a small, well established, busy team you will line manage Senior School Planning Officers and work with a diverse range of stakeholders to secure good quality school places and play a key role in shaping Hertfordshire’s communities in the future. Our goal is to ensure access to quality education for all.Varied, challenging and rewarding. You will need to build relationships with key partners, both internally and externally including schools and district/borough councils. You will lead on a variety of complex projects, which are often high profile and politically sensitive.Different every day – this role requires a both a strategic thinker and someone with a proven track record of delivering change with a focus on improving outcomes for children and young people. A school planning manager will need to balance the delivery of immediate priorities such as meeting the need for more SEND places and the challenges presented by falling pupil numbers in mainstream schools, with longer term strategic goals, such as planning the education provision needed to serve future housing development over the coming decades. Strong analytical, communication and negotiating skills are critical in managing these varied priorities. This makes the role both challenging and rewardingYou will lead multidisciplinary workstreams and make sound recommendations to senior leaders and elected members to achieve outcomes and implement strategies.You will work cross functionally with the existing team who cover geographical areas of the county to ensure our statutory obligations are met through both the team and others to commission places in an ever changing and complex world.Working to the county council’s RISE values, you will work as part of a collaborative and supportive team to add your own stamp and shape future education provision in Hertfordshire to the benefit of families and young people.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Your experience of a relevant field, such as school planning, town planning, project planning, or large-scale construction project exposure, with tangible results achieved through working with others,</li><li>Experience of formulating and implementing strategies either within a political environment or in a commercial role with links to government or local authorities.</li><li>A proven track record of leading and delivering complex projects with tangible results</li><li>Ability to negotiate effectively and influence others to achieve desired outcomes.</li><li>Strategic long-term thinking</li><li>The passion and motivation to make a difference to children and families across Hertfordshire.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills</li><li>Ability to travel independently in and around Hertfordshire</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of successful people management. </li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM14 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Kate Leahy for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 12th &amp; 13th NovemberBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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School Planning Manager

Job Title: Security Guard Starting Salary: £25,185 progressing to £26,402 per annum (pro rata) Hours: 42 Location: Hertford Contract Type: Fixed Term for 12 months Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Our Security Team supports the safety of staff, visitors, and property across the site, with a strong focus on out-of-hours protection. We work to create a secure and reassuring environment through a professional and proactive approach.The team’s goal is to maintain high standards of safety, reduce risk, and support business continuity. The Night Security Officer, working on a 4 on, 4 off rota, plays a key role in maintaining overnight vigilance and responding to incidents.We’re a well-established team made up of Security Officers and Supervisors, working closely with Facilities, Health &amp; Safety, and external partners like emergency services. While the team is firmly in place, there’s still room to shape future practices and contribute to ongoing improvements.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>Carry out routine patrols and inspections as directed by management.</li><li>Maintain a visible security presence at reception, welcoming visitors and handling enquiries.</li><li>Assist in managing the security office, including issuing ID cards, managing access to keys, handling lost property, and producing ID badges.</li><li>Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, ensuring clear and respectful communication with staff, visitors, and service users.</li><li>Monitor and review CCTV footage when required.</li><li>Respond promptly and effectively to site emergencies.</li><li>Identify and report any health and safety breaches encountered during duty, in line with policy.</li><li>Collaborate with fellow Security Officers to ensure smooth and secure operations.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Security Industry Authority Licensed (SIA).</li><li>Ability to work alone, using own initiative.</li><li>Flexibility to work beyond regular working hours as required.</li><li>Ability to prioritise work accordingly.</li><li>Ability to communicate to all levels both verbally and written.</li><li>Ability to deliver excellent customer service.</li><li>Proficient use of communications equipment.</li><li>The role requires frequent travel to sites across the county and you will need to be able to travel independently to these sites during times where public transport may not be available</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Basic knowledge of word, excel and outlook.</li><li>First aid certificate</li></ul>Rewarding ChallengesNight shifts on a 4 on, 4 off rota require independence, alertness, and quick thinking—especially during quieter hours. It’s a demanding but fulfilling role with real responsibility.Career DevelopmentThis role builds key skills in incident response and lone working, The rota also supports time for training and development.Driving ChangeNight Security Officers are vital to maintaining safety out of hours. Their work helps shape future security standards through consistent monitoring and reporting.This job role is within the Operational Services, level 5 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Operational servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Stuart.Letts@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Stuart.Letts@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: Week commencing 3rd NovemberBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</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.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.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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Security Guard

<h5>The opportunity and the context </h5><h4>Role Overview</h4>We’re seeking an inspiring and strategic Net Zero Programme Lead to accelerate the delivery of ambitious decarbonisation objectives across our region. This is a fixed-term opportunity until 31st September 2026, where you’ll shape and oversee a pipeline of innovative local energy projects, working at the heart of a dynamic and expert team.Reporting to the Regional Director of the Net Zero Hub, you’ll lead a talented group of Project Managers and Officers, providing energy sector expertise to a wide range of organisations and stakeholders. Your leadership will be pivotal in building strategic partnerships, driving knowledge exchange, and maximising the impact of available funding.<h4>What you’ll be doing:</h4><ul><li>Develop and oversee the delivery of the net zero investment pipeline for the Hub</li><li>Lead, motivate and manage a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-impact energy projects</li><li>Build and maintain strategic relationships with public sector, private, and third sector partners, as well as industry bodies and academia</li><li>Ensure robust programme management, quality assurance, and performance monitoring against KPIs and targets</li><li>Identify and secure additional resources, funding, and innovative solutions to expand the scope and scale of decarbonisation</li><li>Represent the Hub at senior level, sharing best practice and driving regional collaboration</li></ul><h5>What we're looking for </h5><h4>We’re looking for someone with:</h4><ul><li>A degree (or equivalent experience) in engineering, energy, or a related discipline</li><li>In-depth knowledge of energy systems, technologies, and net zero policy</li><li>Proven experience in leading the development and delivery of local energy projects, including budget and performance management</li><li>Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and partnership working</li><li>Excellent programme management, analytical, and communication skills</li><li>Previous line management and contract management experience</li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5><h4>What we offer:</h4><ul><li>Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact</li><li>A role centred on creativity, collaboration, and community impact</li><li>Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning</li></ul><h4>Job Description</h4>You can view the full Job Description for this role <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/documents/HR/job-vacancies/JD-Net-Zero-Programme-Lead.pdf" target="_blank">here</a><h4>Key Details</h4><h4>How to apply</h4>Please apply via linkedin and send your covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>.Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.In this role, you are a homeworker, with occasional travel to London, around 1-2 days/month.<h4>Key Dates</h4><ul><li>Closing date: Friday 24th October 2025</li><li>Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.</li><li>Interviews will be held online in November.</li></ul>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.<h4>Enquiries</h4>For more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a><h4>Right to work</h4>This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.<h4>Our Commitment</h4>We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.





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Greater South East Net Zero Hub Net Zero Programme Lead

<h5>The opportunity and the context </h5><h4>Role Overview</h4>We are looking for a passionate and experienced Energy Project Manager to help accelerate the delivery of net zero objectives across the public sector estate. This is a fixed-term opportunity until 31st September 2026, offering the chance to lead impactful low carbon energy projects that support sustainable growth, investment, and job creation.Reporting into the Net Zero Programme Lead within the Net Zero Hub, you’ll work collaboratively with stakeholders across local authorities, government agencies, industry bodies, and academia.<h4>What you’ll be doing:</h4><ul><li>Develop and manage a pipeline of investable local energy and decarbonisation projects</li><li>Lead feasibility studies and business case development to support investment decisions</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with public sector bodies and other stakeholders</li><li>Support grant funding applications and identify solutions to delivery barriers</li><li>Represent the Hub at local and regional levels, sharing best practice and innovation</li></ul><h5>What we're looking for </h5><h4>We’re looking for someone with:</h4><ul><li>A degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline</li><li>Strong knowledge of energy technologies and Net Zero policy</li><li>Proven experience in project and contract management, ideally in energy delivery</li><li>Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills</li><li>Ability to produce professional reports and presentations for varied audiences</li></ul><h5>Why Join Us? </h5><h4>What we offer:</h4><ul><li>Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact</li><li>A role centred on creativity, collaboration, and community impact</li><li>Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning</li></ul><h4>Job Description</h4>You can view the full Job Description for this role <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/documents/HR/job-vacancies/JD-Energy-Project-Manager-NZ.pdf" target="_blank">here</a><h4>Key Details</h4><h4>How to apply</h4>Please apply via linkedin and send your covering letter to <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a>Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.In this role, you are a homeworker, with occasional travel to London, around 1-2 days/month.<h4>Key Dates</h4><ul><li>Closing date: Friday 24th October 2025</li><li>Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.</li><li>Interviews will be held online in November.</li></ul>We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.<h4>Enquiries</h4>For more information, contact: <a href="mailto:recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk</a><h4>Right to work</h4>This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.<h4>Our Commitment</h4>We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.We encourage applicants to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire. Your participation in this process is entirely optional and will not impact your application in any way. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete this <a href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=3rPJZkNKK0yzoqPzEsATlGpX54cFjeZLuAOhvfJ21XJUNkpPQldJWDNLWVJYSjQ5Q0xOQjFZTFNLSS4u" target="_blank">Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form</a>. For more information, please visit <a href="https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk/about-us/career-opportunities/" target="_blank">this page</a>.





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Greater South East Net Zero Hub Energy Project Manager

Job Title: ARC Team Manager Starting Salary: £53,806 progressing to £59,497 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37.0 Location: Welwyn Garden City Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>ARC (Attachment, Regulation &amp; Competency) Services is a countywide therapeutic trauma-based service run by Hertfordshire County Council.The ARC Short Breaks and Rapid Response teams fit within those Services alongside 2 other teams.Our focus is to support families to prevent a child entering the care system through our Short Breaks offer (for young people aged 11-17 under Section 17) and crisis response.The Lakes is the residential element of the services and provides 3 beds for planned admissions into the Short Breaks and 1 Rapid Response bed to be used for 24 hours in a crisis.Since 2009 we have grown and developed our services, and will continue to by introducing new therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of the families of Hertfordshire.<h4>About the role</h4>This role is unique in that it not only requires Ofsted registration for our Short Break service but also to have oversight and management of our Rapid Response team and bed, who respond to families in crisis out of hours.As ARC Team Manager you will oversee and manage both teams being responsible for recruitment, training and development of new staff as well as managing, supervision, performance and sickness.You will be required to provide a cost-effective service by ensuring you keep within budgets, consideration of staffing and managing occupancy levels.You will be required to assess, manage and mitigate risks when looking at compatibility of admissions into Short Breaks alongside the use of our Rapid Response bed in emergencies.Safeguarding will be at your forefront throughout to ensure the safety of young people and their families.As an holistic service you will be required to work in partnership with other agencies including social teams, health, education, CAMHS, police, Ofsted.You will be expected to communicate directly with families to develop / review / adapt the service they are receiving.You will be required to provide monthly data and information to the Service Manager presenting outcomes / stats and predictions.This role also includes being part of a Management on-call rota to provide advice and reassurance to teams out of hours, weekends and Bank holidays.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Social Work Degree or residential management equivalent.</li><li>Experience of working in the residential sector.</li><li>Knowledge of Quality Standards and Ofsted Regulations.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of Safeguarding.</li><li>Ability to assess, manage and mitigate risk.</li><li>Leadership skills.</li><li>Experience in managing and supervising a staff team.</li><li>Confident communication skills to ensure an open holistic approach to the service offered.</li><li>Understanding of trauma · Flexibility with working hours is required to support teams and families during evening and weekends where needed. </li><li>Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. Desirable:</li><li>Understanding of budgets – training will be provided.</li><li>Ability to gather / present data.</li><li>Knowledge and experience working within ARC Framework / NVR or other therapeutic approaches</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 HSC13 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact Joanne Harris <a href="mailto:joanne.harris@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanne.harris@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>.Interview Date: 18th November and 19th November 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.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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ARC Team Manager

Job Title: Contract Enforcement Officer Starting Salary: £31,536 progressing to £34,433 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage, work anywhere and travel across the county required. Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>The Integrated Passenger Transport Unit is at the heart of delivering accessible, reliable, and environmentally sustainable transport services across Hertfordshire. We support a wide range of residents, including school pupils, older adults, and those with mobility challenges—ensuring they can travel safely and confidently. It is an exciting time for the Integrated Transport unit, as with the population growth in Hertfordshire the demand for passenger is at the forefront. The role of contract enforcement officer is an important link between the different teams within the unit, providing on the ground support and expertise.<h4>About the role</h4>In this dynamic role, you’ll be the eyes and ears on the ground—ensuring our transport contracts run smoothly, safely, and in line with our high standards. You’ll collaborate with a wide range of internal teams and external partners, from transport planners and customer service teams to bus and coach operators, schools, and local stakeholders.What You’ll Be Doing:Keep Services on Track: Carry out enforcement checks to monitor the performance of passenger transport contracts—ensuring punctuality, compliance, and quality. Collaborate &amp; Influence: Work closely with operators and internal teams to gather and report accurate data, recommend improvements, and help enforce penalties for non-compliance.School Visits with Purpose: Conduct compliance checks at schools, ensuring drivers and passenger assistants meet DBS and contract standards.Tech-Driven Monitoring: Use cutting-edge tracking software to analyse service data and help deploy resources where they’re needed most—making sure every journey counts.<h4>About you</h4>We are looking for someone who can bring the following skills and attributes to the role:<ul><li>Ability to work independently, manage your own workload, and adapt to meet team and service needs.</li><li>Strong numeracy, communication, and IT skills.</li><li>A full driving licence, access to transport, with the ability to travel across the county as required</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with: - Colleagues at all levels - Contractors - Members of the public</li><li>Strong influencing and customer service skills.</li><li>Experience in investigating and analysing data.</li><li>Working knowledge of the legal responsibilities of bus and coach operators</li><li>Contract management processes.</li><li>Experience in the Bus and Coach industry or in a public-facing role is desirable but not essential.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:dave.hill@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">dave.hill@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&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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Information Governance OfficerFixed Term, Full Time£28,349 to £33,351 per annumLocation: ChelmsfordWorking Style: <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/working-here/our-ways-of-working" target="_blank">Anywhere worker</a>Please note this vacancy is available as a fixed term contract or secondment opportunity for 12 months.This position has been classed as an anywhere worker role but has an expectation that the successful candidate will attend the office, in Chelmsford 1 day per month, with the remaining time for remote working if desired, in line with the organisation's needs.Are you an Information Governance professional? with proven experience of reading and redacting subject access requests, preferably in a local authority setting? are you seeking a new challenge in a fast-paced local government environment? We have a fixed term opportunity to join our team at the centre of the organisation.We are looking for individuals who have experience in information governance, data protection and information rights to join our dynamic team.The post holders will predominantly be required to prepare cases for disclosure under the subject access provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018, and may be asked to assist with Freedom of Information Act 2000, and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004.To read more about our business area, please visit:<a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/role/corporate-services?source=workingforessex.com" target="_blank">Corporate Services and Transformation</a>The OpportunityThe post holders will be required to prepare cases for disclosure under the subject access provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000, and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004.You will be required to understand the complexities around information disclosures as influenced by legislation including the Human Rights Act, Mental Capacity Act, and common law of confidentiality; and maintain detailed records of decisions/risk assessments and exemptions applied.You should have good legislative and practical knowledge in this field and the ability to convey this to colleagues, partners, clients, and other stakeholders, as well as apply this knowledge to information right requests and complaints. Strong ICT skills are also required.Accountabilities<ul>
<li>Responsible for managing a large and widespread workload ensuring completion to tight statutory timescales; and maintain detailed records of decisions/risk assessments and exemptions applied.</li>
<li>The resilience to prepare cases for disclosure under the relevant legislation. This does sometimes involve preparing potentially distressing information.</li>
<li>Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.</li>
</ul>The Experience You Will Bring<ul>
<li>Educated to RQF Level 3 (A-level) including English and Maths, or equivalent by experience.</li>
<li>Completion of relevant professional qualifications is highly desirable.</li>
<li>Proven experience of reading and redacting subject access requests, preferably in a local authority setting.</li>
<li>Evidence of continuing professional development in Information Governance and Transparency.</li>
<li>Experience of working within an information governance, data protection, information rights environment, particularly in recent years.</li>
<li>Good interpersonal skills, particularly oral and written communications skills, presentation of text and other materials to the good standards and attention to detail.</li>
<li>Excellent ICT skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft is essential.</li>
<li>Experience of managing a diverse workload is essential.</li>
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</ul>Why Essex?As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in <a href="https://www.essex.gov.uk/about-council/plans-and-strategies/our-vision-essex/everyones-essex" target="_blank">Everyone's Essex</a>. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://workingforessex.com/roles?source=workingforessex.com&amp;data=05|02|Sharon.Burrus2@essex.gov.uk|2f58d1d5968946d6f86a08dd7029c06e|a8b4324f155c4215a0f17ed8cc9a992f|0|0|638790046808311814|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&amp;sdata=RWho6LqejkQVDN7KrRNgcfWGSUqBWz4muq14BcdeAJ4=&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR</a>) on our careers site.Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.Once you've secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-7-principles-of-public-life/the-7-principles-of-public-life--2" target="_blank">Nolan principles</a>, including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service</a>Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join <a href="https://essex.talentpool.com/sign-up?utm_source=Cornerstone&amp;utm_medium=Advert&amp;utm_content=Job_Advert" target="_blank">The Essex Talent Community</a>If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email <a href="mailto:christine.simmons@essex.gov.uk" target="_blank">christine.simmons@essex.gov.uk</a>Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/essexcountycouncil" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/essex_cc" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/essex-county-council/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>. Further details can be found on our <a href="https://www.workingforessex.com/" target="_blank">careers page</a>.Downloads

Information Governance Officer

We are looking for a Business Support Officer to join our Economic Development Team that leads on the Council’s economic growth agenda. This is a demanding yet varied and rewarding role.The post holder will be involved in economic development projects in town centres, the rural economy and tourism sector. We are looking to develop initiatives to help people into work, help them start new businesses, help existing businesses to grow, and deliver opportunities for professionals and businesses to connect, collaborate, and share insights. The post holder will also be responsible for the day-to-day management of council run car parks.To be successful in this role you must have very good interpersonal and IT skills. You will also have a confident methodical and organised approach to your workload and team resources.Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Business Support Officer

Do you want to be at the forefront of shaping high-quality prosperous new communities?Are you a planning or project management professional looking for a new challenge and be involved in one of the country’s largest new garden town developments?Would you like to use your organisational skills to ensure development milestones are met and quality objectives are achieved?Are you passionate about supporting communities through change and helping them to understand development proposals?If so, we are looking to expand our Gilston Area Planning Team with a new role to help us ensure the Gilston Area development achieves a high-quality standard and meets the objectives and commitments made during the planning application process.The Gilston Area is a new development of 10,000 new homes plus community infrastructure that will take around 25 years to complete. Planning permission was granted in January 2025 that secures the delivery of the infrastructure needed to support a whole new community as well as financial contributions towards infrastructure beyond the development.When construction kicks off you will play a key part in ensuring that approved designs are implemented and that infrastructure is delivered on time and to a good quality. You will ensure that information required in the legal agreement is provided. You will inform stakeholders and local communities about construction milestones and workstreams as necessary.As the project progresses there will be multiple detailed planning applications and conditions to be approved. Keeping track of each workstream will be crucial to the Gilston Area Team and to the community. The RoleAs a senior planning project officer you will have experience of managing complex minor and major planning applications or planning policy projects or have experience of complex projects with multiple interested parties and workstreams.The role will involve you liaising with officers, developers and their agents, statutory bodies and stakeholders as well as with existing and new communities. As such, the ability to understand and relay sometimes complex concepts to a variety of audiences is key to providing a transparent and effective service.The ability to manage, record and report information is a key part of this role. The ability to understand legal documents and relay key elements in easy to understand language is a desired skill.Additionally, you will:<ul><li>keep up to date with case law, national and local policies and community needs to ensure that the planning process can deliver the best outputs and outcomes</li><li>Present monitoring reports to committees and in other public meetings such as Community Forums, Development Management Forums and Steering Groups. </li><li>Respond promptly to customers’ needs. </li><li>Provide guidance, training and support to other team members</li></ul>This role will require you to visit and inspect land and development sites and other locations both within and beyond the district.So, if you want to join us at the head of the curve and become an innovator, designer and environmentalist helping to plan a prosperous future for East Hertfordshire, then apply today! About YouTo be considered as a Senior Planning Project Officer, you will need:<ul><li>Experience dealing with major development proposals or multi-strand projects</li><li>Experience and understanding of the planning legal obligation process-</li><li>Project management experience</li><li>Experience dealing with planning issues and communicating these at committees and public meetings</li><li>Experience guiding, mentoring and supporting junior colleagues</li><li>A degree or post graduate qualification in Town and Country Planning, or equivalent such as project management or engagement</li><li>A current, valid driving licence, access to your own vehicle and the ability to travel across the district, occasionally at short notice</li></ul> Why Join Us?<ul><li>Make a real impact on the future of East Herts.</li><li>Supportive and inclusive work environment.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package </li></ul>For an informal discussion regarding the Gilston Area role please contact Martin Plummer, Service Manager Development Management and Enforcement on (01992 532080) or Jenny Pierce, Gilston Area Team Leader on (07936 925718) To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by 7 November 2025. For more information, visit our website <a href="http://www.eastherts.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.eastherts.gov.uk</a> or contact the above officers.East Herts District Council are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.





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Learning and Communities Officer (P00893) Starting salary £30,756 pro rata with progression to £34,011 pro rata through annual increments subject to satisfactory service 22.5 hours per week We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Learning and Communities Officer to join our team. With proven experience you will organise and deliver educational visits as well as a programme of learning-based events and activities in a museum environment. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate a commitment to developing curriculum-based education sessions for schools at both sites of the Museum Service. This busy service runs two heritage sites. At Mill Green Museum and Mill we operate an 18th century working watermill alongside a social history museum set within the original miller’s house. At Welwyn Roman Baths, we show the remains of a 3rd century Anglo/Roman bathing suite, ingeniously preserved 9 meters under the A1M motorway. You will have the responsibility to lead a learning support team to encourage greater use of the museum service where there are exciting opportunities to further develop learning opportunities for schools, groups and other organisations across all ages. Having a good standard of English and Math’s, you will have proven experience of teaching. You will be able to show good organisation and IT skills with a positive approach to quality assurance and excellent customer service. You will have a flexible approach to working some weekends and evenings. The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post. You will be working across both sites at the delightful Mill Green Museum surrounded by beautiful grounds, and at the amazing Roman Bath House. You will receive the local government benefits including generous annual leave and the local government pension scheme. We have a training and development programme that we help you learn the skills that matter. Our full list of benefits can be found here<a href="https://careers.welhat.gov.uk/homepage/8/my-rewards" target="_blank">My Rewards – Careers</a> Our CORE values guide everything we do – Collaborative, Open, Responsible, Excellent. We do not offer sponsorship for employment in the UK. Closing date for applications is 16 November 2025. Assessment and interviews will be held on 25 November 2025. Keywords: Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council, museum, history, heritage, exhibitions, education, learning, events, community, Hertfordshire

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Learning and Communities Officer (P00893)

Job Title: Business Executive Support Officer Starting Salary: £31,536 opportunity to progress to £34,433 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 30 Location: Stevenage/Hybrid Contract Type: Fixed Term/end May 2026 Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Our Business Support Service is looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and organised Executive Support Officer who will provide direct executive support to the Director of Public Health and the Deputy Director of Public Health. This role is a fixed term maternity cover role for 6 months.Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, providing excellent support to your team?&nbsp; Do you thrive as a team-player and enjoy using your initiative to work independently?Our Business Support Service is a centralised unit which has been formed to deliver a co-ordinated, consistent, and high-quality service supporting service delivery across the organisation. Business Support is critical to ensuring our departments can support services to our residents, and if you have great administrative skills and a strong customer focus, you could be part of it.You’ll be working in the Executive Support Hub as part of the central Business Support Service with more than 400 colleagues, playing a key role in supporting our departments to ensure they are able to deliver critical services to the residents of Hertfordshire.&nbsp;<h4>About the role</h4>We’re seeking a diligent, detail-orientated and proactive person to provide effective, high quality dedicated support to the Director of Public Health and Deputy Director of Public Health who are a key part of the Community Protection Directorate at Hertfordshire County Council.In this role you’ll act as the first point of contact to the Director of Public Health and Deputy Director of Public Health and will have responsibility for management of their diary and inbox.You will work closely with the Director of Public Health and Deputy Director of Public Health to understand their working styles and build effective relationships with senior officers across the organisation.You will also deal regularly with internal and external stakeholders and partners and will be able to represent the organisation and the Director of Public Health&nbsp;and Deputy Director of Public Health professionally and in line with the County Council’s values.This role is in the Executive Business Support Team (Community Protection) and you will be a key part of the wider Executive Support Hub with colleagues and to ensure effective co-ordination between diaries to support effective management of the Council’s business.&nbsp;<h4>About you</h4>The ideal candidate with be an enthusiastic individual with a can-do attitude, as well as being self-motivated, professional and approachable, always providing excellent team support and best practice.Essential &nbsp;<ul><li>Experience in diary and inbox management, able to use initiative to prioritise issues and invites on behalf of the Director of Public Health and Deputy Director of Public Health.</li><li>Competent administrator with experience of using Microsoft Office, including Excel</li><li>Excellent customer care skills, and experience in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters acting as first point of contact and professionally representing the organisation and Director of Public Health and Deputy Director of Public Health to internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Excellent in prioritisation of numerous tasks, efficient in time management and able to work with competing timescales and challenging demands.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Experience carrying out activities relating to event hire, equipment, catering, and conferences attended by management boards.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Knowledge or experience of working in a political environment, and of local government corporate objectives and current issues</li><li>Experience of using MS Teams&nbsp;</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 Business Support Services, level BUS8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles: Business support servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact&nbsp;Elaine Hart, Business Executive Team Leader, Community Protection<a href="mailto:Elaine.Hart@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Elaine.Hart@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>tel:01992507501for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 31 October 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.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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Business Executive Support Officer

Our Planning Service has experienced a significant transformation over the past two years. Our Development Management and Building Control Teams are thriving, high-performing, and fully staffed. We have just taken our local plan through examination and expect to adopt it in early 2026. This is your chance to contribute to the continued success of the Planning Service, our emerging policy framework, and the future of the district itself.We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional with a working knowledge of CIL and Section 106 obligations to join our positive and ambitious team. You will work closely with the Planning Policy and Development Management teams to ensure obligations are tracked, reported, and delivered effectively.Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Senior Infrastructure Delivery Officer - Planning

Job Title: Transport Co-ordinator Starting Salary: £31,536 progressing to £34,433 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type:&nbsp;Permanent Directorate: Growth &amp; Environment<h4>About the team</h4>The Integrated Passenger Transport Unit (IPTU) delivers transport for Adult Care Services and home to school transport, ensuring an accessible and cost-effective service for the residents of Hertfordshire. This will contribute to creating a cleaner, greener and more sustainable Hertfordshire.<h4>About the role</h4>Being an integral part of the Fleet Operations Team within the Integrated Passenger Transport Unit the Transport Coordinator&nbsp;is responsible for overseeing the provision of transport put in place to meet the service needs, and this includes the investigating of any issues reported on transport provided, management of staff resources and co-ordination between clients, families, establishments and the IPTU.We are looking for a confident individual, capable of using their initiative to work effectively in some complex and challenging situations.The key responsibilities include: • Coordinate daily transport operations for vulnerable service users and children across a defined area of Hertfordshire. • Manage and adjust routes, monitor fleet performance, and ensure cost-effective service delivery. • Provide out-of-hours cover on a rota basis (weekends and bank holidays). • Support vehicle and asset management alongside the Fleet Coordinator. • Respond to transport-related queries and input staff overtime on internal systems. • Liaise with carers, parents, social workers, and service providers to maintain service standards. • Use of HCC systems for fleet and staff management. Staff Management • Line manage the drivers/attendants and passenger assistants for the area covered, including daily supervision and absence cover. • Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance reviews. • Ensure staff deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality care transport.<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Excellent writing and oral communication skills to deal with a wide range of customers, staff and service users</li><li>Knowledge and experience of vehicle routing and scheduling together with a broad knowledge of transport legislation</li><li>Experience of collating and interpreting data</li><li>Ability to identify the specific needs of the service user through the information provided in order to meet transport requirements</li><li>To work independently and with the team to provide an efficient and cost-effective service</li><li>Willingness to learn and adopt HCC policies and procedures</li><li>Computer literate, especially Microsoft 365</li><li>Good time management and organisational skills</li><li>Able to work flexibly to cover the out of hours requirements of the service</li><li>Driving licence essential as post holder is required to carry out spot checks/meetings at locations within the county&nbsp;</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Community Services, level COM8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:tina.bushell@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">tina.bushell@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:stephen.morgan@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">stephen.morgan@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 10th November held at Farnham House, StevenageBenefits 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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Transport Co-ordinator

Specialist Support Worker – BraintreeDo you believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home?Are you passionate about supporting people who’ve experienced homelessness and exclusion to rebuild their lives? If so, we’d love to hear from you.We’re looking for a Specialist Support Worker to join our team, providing tailored housing support to customers with a history of homelessness, rough sleeping, and complex needs. You’ll be helping people settle into their new homes, access vital services, and take steps towards independent living.What you’ll be doing:In this role, you’ll support customers both in their homes and out in the community across Braintree, helping them settle into accommodation and access the services they need. You’ll build trusting relationships with people who’ve faced significant challenges, advocating for their wellbeing, independence, and positive relationships. You’ll work to create psychologically informed environments where individuals feel heard and respected, while managing risk effectively to keep everyone safe. Collaboration is key, and you’ll work closely with partners to ensure joined-up support. Lone working is a regular part of the role, so confidence and self-motivation are essential.What we’re looking for:<ul><li>Experience delivering high-quality support services.</li><li>Knowledge of housing, homelessness, and social care systems.</li><li>Confidence working with vulnerable people and those who’ve faced exclusion.</li><li>Understanding of the causes of homelessness and rough sleeping.</li><li>Familiarity with services across Braintree and Mid Essex.</li><li>A proactive, kind, and collaborative approach.</li><li>Access to your own vehicle with business insurance.</li></ul>Our Assessment Process We’re committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment process. The first stage will be an online interview via Microsoft Teams, taking place between 29 October and 31 October. Candidates who are successful at this stage will be invited to attend an in-person interview on 4 November at our scheme in Braintree.Why Join Us?When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values. Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.We offer:<ul><li>25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Flexible benefits package – including healthcare, dental, and lifestyle discounts.</li><li>4x life assurance.</li><li>Ongoing training and development, including qualifications and apprenticeships.</li><li>Two additional paid volunteering days each year.</li><li>Up to 10% matched pension contribution.</li></ul>Please read before you apply<ul><li>You must have the right to work in the UK; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.</li><li>We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.</li><li>This role requires an enhanced DBS</li></ul>If you’re a proactive, values-driven support professional who thrives on building trust, making a difference, and helping people move forward in life, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV, answer some brief questions about your experience and provide a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role. If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to Talent Specialist Julie-Ann.O'<a href="mailto:Malley@peabody.org.uk" target="_blank">Malley@peabody.org.uk</a> Colleagues who are at risk of redundancy need to state this on their application as they will be given priority consideration above other applicants.Please note, if you are currently on legacy Aldwyck or legacy Catalyst Terms &amp; Conditions, and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms &amp; Conditions. Additionally, if you move to a Peabody role on a secondment basis, your Terms &amp; Conditions will not change.<ul></ul>

Specialist Support Worker

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed person to join our team on a part-time basis. The role of the Compliance Officer is to protect and maximise the Council Tax/Business Rate base by undertaking risk based reviews of all discounts, exemptions and reliefs, including Local Council Tax Support, to ensure that they are granted correctly and that where incorrect, the reduction, discount or exemption is removed or reduced accordingly, and where appropriate impose penalties in line with policies and legislation. The Compliance Officer will also be responsible for investigating fraud preparing reports including conducting Interviews under caution and for undertaking occasional compliance visits and regularly assist in the production of no tolerance and seasonal publicity campaigns.Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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