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The team works with our in-house teams and external delivery partners across skills and employment. <br><h4>About the role</h4><p>You will be responsible for working with providers and our In-house Skills team on their quality monitoring of teaching, learning, assessment and outcomes for Skills Bootcamps. These Bootcamps are funded by the Department for Education (DfE) and subject to Ofsted inspections.<br><br>Your role will involve leading on our activities related to this area of our provision to ensure high standards of delivery that meet Ofsted and DfE requirements. This includes monitoring teaching and learning activities, as well as learner outcomes. 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Alongside continuous learning opportunities, we offer a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, career progression, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives.</p><p>If you’re passionate about securing the best outcomes for looked-after children and want to be part of a dynamic team, <strong>we’d love to hear from you!</strong></p><p>This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC11 job profile. Please locate this via:</p><p>J<strong>ob profiles - Health and social care</strong></p><p>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Vicky.Chalkley@hertfordshire.gov.uk or an informal discussion about the role.</p><p><strong>Interview Date: 9th and 10th June</strong></p><p><strong>Benefits of working for us</strong></p><h4>How to apply</h4><p>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.</p><h4>Additional information</h4><p><strong><em>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. 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Using a strengths based approach, the emphasis is on promoting enablement and reablement to empower people to live as independently as they can for as long as they can. You will complete a variety of assessments and interventions to overcome occupational barriers using new techniques and technologies, moving and handling skills, specialist equipment, and environmental adaptations.</p>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We are looking for someone who will be self-motivated, positive, flexible and innovative. You will need to be able to work collaboratively and promote the benefits of working as one multi-disciplinary team across health and social care.</p>\n<p>You’ll need to be organised and be able to make professional judgements while working with a variety of complex and challenging cases. Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, maintain quality records and write clear, concise reports.</p>\n<p>You’ll have the opportunity to develop your existing knowledge of the legislation and regulations governing Social Care, Housing, and Health & Safety, and how to interpret this in a modern context including personalisation, eligibility criteria, safeguarding and mental capacity.</p>\n<p>As a qualified Occupational Therapist you will hold professional registration, and have experience in health and social care and as well as experience of partnership and inter-agency working.</p>\n<p>If you think you could become an asset to the team, then please do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision </strong>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p><span>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough</span></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave:</strong><span> </span>linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme:<span> </span></strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong><span> </span>step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Pension scheme:<span> </span></strong>with generous employer contributions of up to<span> </span>20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package:<span> </span></strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong><span> </span>a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong><span> </span>flexible working options including working from home where possible. W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1533857&ptId=11333\">download: Occupational Therapist JD (5).pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1533858&ptId=11333\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"37938 - 40476 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-24T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d0716dd8-cedf-4c21-951b-2e7eb719c5c7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f759e7ca-c9bd-4e6c-ae6b-8921e484ca26","title":"Innovation Officer","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Central Depot, Kingsway, Building 10/Town Hall","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<p></p>\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03842</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>5 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Waste, Recycling and Environmental Services</dd>\n</dl>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year</strong><br><strong>Hours per week: 37</strong><br><strong>Contract type: Permanent</strong></p>\n<p>Are you passionate about driving change, championing creativity, and making a meaningful impact in local communities? If so, we’d love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>We’re on the lookout for an Innovation Officer to help shape the future of Neighbourhood Services in Luton. In this role, you’ll play a central part in identifying and implementing forward-thinking solutions that support our mission to create Valued. Improved. 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You should be comfortable turning insights into actionable strategies that align with organisational goals.</p>\n<p>You will have proven experience in writing successful grant applications and funding bids, with the ability to navigate funding opportunities and secure resources that drive innovation forward.</p>\n<p>Strong analytical skills are essential. You should be able to undertake market analysis, carry out feasibility studies, and conduct options appraisals, effectively gathering and evaluating data to produce informed, evidence-based recommendations.</p>\n<p>The role requires excellent time management and organisational skills. You must be capable of prioritising your own workload, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and delivering high-quality outputs within set deadlines.</p>\n<p>Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—are key. You should be adept at producing engaging presentations, visuals, business cases, and reports that support your work and help secure buy-in from a variety of stakeholders.</p>\n<p>A solid understanding of innovation and best practice in one or more service areas within Neighbourhood Services—such as waste management, street cleansing, parks, public protection, or enforcement—is essential to ground your work in real-world service delivery.</p>\n<p>Finally, you will hold a relevant graduate qualification or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience in a related field.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious<span> </span><strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong><span> </span>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p><span>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough</span></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2></h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong></strong><strong><br></strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<br><br>Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1514373&ptId=11327\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1517072&ptId=11327\">download: Innovation Officer JD July 2024.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"37938 - 40476 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-24T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-05T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d9b11243-d64e-4dd1-9532-260eec5d8038.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"25a13697-f193-45b6-a2c8-b2c90287369f","title":"Senior Practitioner - Children with Disabilities","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<p></p>\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03552</dd>\n<dt>City</dt>\n<dd>Luton</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>8 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Children's Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria) <br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong></p>\n<p>The Children with Disabilities (CWD) service offers a comprehensive service to children with significant learning disabilities, physical disabilities and life limiting health conditions. We put children, young people and their families at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p>Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families? Do you thrive in complex, dynamic environments and bring experience, dedication, and compassion to your work? If so, we’d love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>In this pivotal role, you will work closely with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide vital support and protection for those with complex needs and risks. Your responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</li>\n<li>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</li>\n<li>Mentoring and coaching less experienced team members.</li>\n<li>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</li>\n<li>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</li>\n<li>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>To excel in this role, you will bring extensive post-qualification experience in social work, coupled with the ability to make sound professional judgments and effectively manage complex cases with minimal supervision.</p>\n<p>Your expertise in analysing situations, assessing intervention needs, and anticipating critical issues will be key to delivering impactful support.</p>\n<p>You should have a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory responsibilities within Children and Family Services, as well as a clear grasp of child development, family dynamics, and the unique challenges faced by vulnerable or disabled children.</p>\n<p>Additionally, your awareness of the effects of social deprivation and your ability to respond with empathy and professionalism will enable you to address the needs of those you support effectively.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision </strong>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave:</strong><span> </span>linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme:<span> </span></strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong><span> </span>step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Pension scheme:<span> </span></strong>with generous employer contributions of up to<span> </span>20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package:<span> </span></strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong><span> </span>a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong><span> </span>flexible working options including working from home where possible. W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1457344&ptId=11337\">download: Senior Practitioner JD.pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1457346&ptId=11337\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"41511 - 44711 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-24T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4b5cf412-4800-45fb-b012-7cfa6b1b54e5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"34e2d168-e0b1-4786-b970-342f892e9bee","title":"Social Worker - Adoption Team","employer":"Luton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Luton","locationType":3,"description":"<div>\n<p></p>\n<dl>\n<dt>Job number</dt>\n<dd>LBC03468</dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd>Permanent</dd>\n<dt>Posting End Date</dt>\n<dd>8 June 2025</dd>\n<dt>Job Area</dt>\n<dd>Children's Social Care</dd>\n</dl>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About the job</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Salary: £37,938 - £40,476 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)<br>Hours per week: 37<br>Contract type: Permanent</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Join Our Adoption Team as a Social Worker!</strong></p>\n<p>Are you passionate about making a life-changing difference in the lives of children and families? Our Adoption Team is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to support our mission of creating safe, loving, and permanent homes for children.</p>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Recruit, Assess, and Prepare</strong>: Work closely with prospective adoptive parents, conducting interviews, compiling reports, and providing expert advice to assist the Panel in making informed decisions.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Support Matching and Placement</strong>: Help approved adopters find the right match, providing support during introductions, placement, and the adoption process, including court representation and training as needed.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Permanency Planning Leadership</strong>: Play a key role in permanency planning by guiding and supporting child care social workers with decisions and processes related to adoption.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you're ready to make a difference and want to be part of a supportive, professional, and diverse team, <strong>apply today</strong>!</p>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We are looking for a compassionate and experienced professional who is ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families. If you are a qualified social worker with:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Extensive Experience</strong>: Significant post-qualifying experience in the social or health care field.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Strong Decision-Making Skills</strong>: Confidence in making professional judgments in multidisciplinary settings.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>A Solid Understanding of Child Care and Adoption</strong>: Including knowledge of child care and adoption legislation, and the lifelong impact adoption has on adopted people, their families, and birth families.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Expertise in Communication</strong>: Familiarity with theories and techniques for effectively communicating with children.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>In-Depth Knowledge of Legislation</strong>: Comprehensive understanding of statutory responsibilities and quality standards in Adoption Services.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We do ask that you have DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised professional qualification.</p>\n<p>This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, has a passion for child welfare, and wants to be part of a team that creates life-changing outcomes for children and families.</p>\n<p>If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision </strong>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Additional information</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave:</strong><span> </span>linked to length of service and grade</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Buying annual leave scheme:<span> </span></strong>buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Pathways:</strong><span> </span>step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Pension scheme:<span> </span></strong>with generous employer contributions of up to<span> </span>20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous relocation package:<span> </span></strong>up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Employee Assistance Programme:</strong><span> </span>a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Work/life balance:</strong><span> </span>flexible working options including working from home where possible. W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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Do you thrive in complex, dynamic environments and bring experience, dedication, and compassion to your work? If so, we’d love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>In this pivotal role, you will work closely with children, young people, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide vital support and protection for those with complex needs and risks. Your responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><p>Conducting assessments, statutory visits, and parenting evaluations.</p></li>\n<li><p>Planning and implementing tailored, multi-agency interventions.</p></li>\n<li><p>Collaborating with internal and external partners for joint casework.</p></li>\n<li><p>Driving the development of best practices and procedures aligned with Social Work Professional Standards.</p></li>\n<li><p>Supporting management in achieving key performance targets.</p></li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>You are a passionate and experienced social work professional, bringing substantial post-qualifying expertise in fostering and child and family social work. With a deep understanding of the needs of young people in care, you have developed a high level of competence in the fostering field, aligning your practice with national standards and best practice guidance.</p>\n<p>Your experience includes working directly with children who have experienced trauma, attachment challenges, and associated disorders, and you bring both empathy and insight to your approach. You have a strong track record of providing effective supervision, both one-to-one and in group settings, demonstrating confident leadership in supervisory practice and support.</p>\n<p>A skilled communicator, you’re able to present complex reports and deliver impactful presentations tailored to a range of audiences. You thrive in collaborative environments, contributing to team-based problem-solving with a solution-focused mindset.</p>\n<p>Building meaningful relationships is at the heart of your work—whether with children, carers, or colleagues—and your ability to engage people from all backgrounds is one of your key strengths.</p>\n<p>You hold a DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised qualification in social work, and you are registered with Social Work England.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious <strong>Luton 2040 Vision </strong>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p><span>We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough</span></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. 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W<span>e welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</span>\n</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Training and support:<span> </span></strong>unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Staff offers:</strong><span> </span>includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Arriva Travel Club:</strong><span> </span>great value savings on local bus travel</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Friday Funday Socials -</strong><span> </span>One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. 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We are looking for people who are flexible in terms of when they work as the role involves travelling from one Sheltered Housing scheme to another, enthusiastic with a positive approach, able to work on your own initiative, plan ahead, manage and organise workloads to meet strict deadlines and achieve service outcomes, demonstrate good attention to detail. Ideally with experience and understanding of working in a housing and supportive environment, managing safeguarding issues, a mixture of health and wellbeing issues, conflict resolution, risk and building management, Health and Safety and inspection management and you will have strong all-round communication (both in writing and verbally), interpersonal skills, and be highly proficient in the use of IT.<br>\n<br>\nContact Details - <br>\nIf you would like to know more about the role, please contact Terrence Dixon on 0208 132 2793 for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team.<br>\nIf you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Elizabeth Loizou on 0208 132 1615 or elizabeth.loizou@enfield.gov.uk<br>\n<br>\nWe do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV.<br>\n<br>\nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. 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You’ll play an active part in delivering local safety and traffic management schemes, contributing directly to projects that enhance the everyday lives of residents and visitors.</p>\n<p>Your responsibilities will include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Designing and delivering highways schemes as part of the Council’s capital works programme.</li>\n<li>Managing elements of the Structural Maintenance revenue programme, including drainage and surface renewal.</li>\n<li>Providing a joined-up approach to project management, contract administration, and civil engineering delivery.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You’ll work closely with internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are well-managed and delivered on time, to budget, and to high technical standards.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About you</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>You’ll have solid experience in structural maintenance and highway engineering schemes, with a clear understanding of how to manage projects effectively in terms of performance, timelines, and budgets. You’re confident in developing and prioritising programmes of engineering work, and have the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly to a wide range of audiences.</p>\n<p>Collaboration comes naturally to you—you’re able to work constructively with contractors, colleagues, and a range of stakeholders, both internal and external. You’ll also be skilled in producing clear, concise reports and correspondence on often complex matters.</p>\n<p>You’re highly organised, able to plan and manage your own workload, and thrive when working to deadlines and within budget. Your understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and contract procedures ensures you work confidently and compliantly. You’ll also bring knowledge of project management principles and techniques, and hold a BTEC, HNC/D, degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering-related discipline.</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>About us</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>Our ambitious<span> </span><strong>Luton 2040 Vision</strong><span> </span>– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! 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We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.</p>\n<p>The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Application Process</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p><strong>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.</strong></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Benefits</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include:<br><br>- From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade<br>- Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave<br>- Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area<br>- Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant<br>- Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)<br>- Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home<br>- Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns<br>- Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways<br>- Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons<br>- Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel</p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>How to apply</h2>\n<p></p>\n<p>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out!<br><br>Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href=\"https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx\">How to apply</a></p>\n<p></p>\n<h2>Available documents</h2>\n<div>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.</div>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1499468&ptId=11326\">download: Reablement Support Worker JD&PS .pdf</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&nDocumentID=1499469&ptId=11326\">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li>\n</ul>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"25183 - 25992 GBP / year","publishDate":"2025-05-23T01:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-29T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/53807857-5bd5-4d80-a084-55d6ba062588.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"bbc80e32-bce9-4423-bf73-404aefa0259f","title":"Finance Officer","employer":"London Borough of Enfield","department":"","location":"Enfield","locationType":3,"description":"Finance Officer (Business Partnering)<br>\n<br>\nEnfield Council is a dynamic local authority driven by a clear vision of how we will transform the borough, address inequality and create a lifetime of opportunities for everyone who lives, works and learns in Enfield.<br>\n<br>\nA vacancy has arisen in the Finance Business Partnering team for a Finance Officer to provide finance support to the Council and Senior Management Team.<br>\n<br>\nReporting to the Finance Manager, this role will support the Chief Executive Service and Resources Directorate.<br>\n<br>\nKey deliverables and responsibilities for the roles are:<br>\n<br>\n - Supporting the Business Partnering team in revenue budget setting, monitoring and year end processes.<br>\n - Providing technical expert advice to budget holders and officers to support decision-making.<br>\n - Analytical ability to present financial information clearly and a curiosity to get into the detail beyond just financials in understanding the service in depth.<br>\n - Pro-actively seek opportunities to improve the financial support the service provides to the Council.<br>\n - Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders for key information.<br>\n<br>\nTo be suitable for the role a full or part CCAB or CIMA accountancy qualification is desirable.<br>\n<br>\nIf you are a finance professional who engages with big questions, enjoys new challenges and is willing to learn new skills, then we want to hear from you.<br>\n<br>\nEnfield offers a hybrid working arrangement. With an expectation that staff will be in the office a couple of times per month.<br>\n<br>\nContact Details -<br>\nPlease contact Neil Goddard on 020 8132 1312 for an informal discussion.<br>\nIf you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andrea Walkerdine at andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk or on 020 8132 1022.<br>\n<br>\nWe do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV.<br>\n<br>\nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more.<br>\n<br>\nWhy it's great to work for Enfield Council:<br>\n<br>\n - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).<br>\n - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.<br>\n - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles.<br>\n - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.<br>\n - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.<br>\n - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.<br>\n - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work.<br>\n - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers<br>\n<br>\nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br>\n<br>\nIf you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£37,068 - £38,058","publishDate":"2025-05-22T16:52:03.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T16:52:03.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/8c665ab9-001b-4a2e-970d-c8b5e70dbd88.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"34e02c4b-af15-4764-b61a-264d27e61078","title":"Assistant Finance Business Partner (P01481)","employer":"Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"Campus East, Welwyn Garden City","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Assistant Finance Business Partner</strong><br><strong>(P01481)</strong></p><p><strong>Starting salary £37,160pa with potential progression to £43,690pa on achieving designated skills and experience</strong></p><p><strong>37 hours per week (hybrid working)</strong></p><p>We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated finance professional to provide financial advice and <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">support to specific areas of the organisation</span>.As a fully qualified AAT or part qualified AAT or accountant actively studying towards full qualification, you will have a passion for providing high quality financial <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">support to services</span>.</p><p>Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council pride themselves on their commitment to their people – striving to ensure that each and every employee feels valued and happy in their work.Employees are empowered to influence and transform the services they deliver, no matter what level they’re at.To be a positive influence on this environment, you’ll need to be able to support others and be a genuine team player.</p><p>In this role, you will support the Finance Business Partner in all aspects of the finance service including the Housing Revenue Account, including the production of budget monitoring reports, closure of accounts as well as budget setting and financial planning.There will be opportunities to gain experience in other areas of finance to further enhance your career.</p><p>You will work with the Business Partner to ensure that service managers are provided with sound financial advice and challenge, enabling them to manage their budgets effectively within existing governance arrangements, and <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">supporting the identification of areas of risk, efficiencies, and improvement</span>.</p><p>You will have an understanding of local government and the environment in which it operates.You will also need to be a dynamic and highly motivated individual who can establish relationships and work effectively with managers at all levels.</p><p>The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential in this post.</p><p><strong>Closing date for application is 15 June 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Remote assessments will take place on 23 June 2025 and interviews will take place on 27 June 2025.</strong></p><br><br><b>Keywords:</b><br><br>welwyn hatfield borough council, finance, accounting, business partner, local government, hertfordshire","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary £37,160pa with potential progression to £43,690pa on achieving designated skills and experience","publishDate":"2025-05-22T15:45:58.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2412b4d4-1856-48de-ad69-a9e8e1ae0d8a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ba2b9698-0a8c-485e-934b-e4c9a139b89e","title":"Executive Director, Environment and Communities","employer":"London Borough of Enfield","department":"","location":"Enfield","locationType":3,"description":"Executive Director, Environment and Communities <br>\n£138,672 - £178,851 pa (pay award pending)<br>\n<br>\nBe Bold, Make a Difference, Show you Care<br>\n<br>\nEnfield is an outer London borough with big ambitions, we are increasingly one of the most diverse parts of London. With the recent appointment of our new Chief Executive, which has created this vacancy, this is a unique opportunity to Join Enfield to help us drive forward an ambitious agenda, ensuring the council delivers high-quality services, fosters economic growth, and makes a lasting impact on local communities. Enfield is leading on some of the biggest regeneration programmes in the UK. Our borough may be growing and changing but our commitment to deliver exceptional front-line services remains absolute. This role will lead on the delivery of services our residents feel most passionate about, achieving green flags for our parks and open spaces, strategic planning, enhancing our public realm and highways, and forging ahead with our net zero carbon emissions.<br>\n<br>\nA visible, responsive and inspirational leader, you will thrive on building relationships with our communities and elected members. Your passion for exceptional levels of customer service will set the bar for the whole of the organisation.<br>\n<br>\nEnfield-Council-Plan-2023-2026-Your-Council.pdf<br>\nFairer-Enfield-Policy-2021-2025-Your-Council.pdf<br>\n<br>\nIf you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Claire Turner, Senior Recruitment Advisor on 0208 132 1024 or claire.turner@enfield.gov.uk<br>\n<br>\nFirst round interviews are arranged for Friday 13th June, with final interviews on Tuesday 8th July 2025<br>\n<br>\nWe do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents.<br>\n<br>\nPlease note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your supporting statement within your application.<br>\n<br>\nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working.<br>\n<br>\nWhy it's great to work for Enfield Council:<br>\n<br>\n - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).<br>\n - Up to 35 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.<br>\n - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles.<br>\n - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.<br>\n - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.<br>\n - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.<br>\n - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work.<br>\n - 1 month paid sabbatical for Children’s Social Workers","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£138,672 - £178,851 pa (pay award pending)","publishDate":"2025-05-22T15:01:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T15:01:04.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b28bdf17-2302-4d60-b4c0-aa844c08a452.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"66e9c021-c5c0-4791-85ad-5510d1a56050","title":"Director of Property services","employer":"London Borough of Enfield","department":"","location":"Enfield","locationType":3,"description":"Director of Property Services<br>\n£112, 491 - £136,911 pa (pay award pending) <br>\nBe Bold, Make a Difference, Show you Care<br>\n<br>\nLooking for a challenging and rewarding leadership opportunity in property management?<br>\n<br>\nEnfield Council are seeking a Director of Property services to oversee a wide range of responsibilities and drive significant revenue growth.<br>\nAs the Director, you will have a substantial budget to work with, including a revenue budget of £11m and expenditure of £19m pa and a capital budget of £2.9m pa for corporate and development projects. You will be responsible for overseeing an asset value of up to £1.6 billion including a commercial portfolio of around £48 million.<br>\n<br>\nYour remit will cover a variety of areas, including strategic property services, property utilisation, construction management, facilities management, and strategic development.<br>\nThis is a highly commercial role that requires a leader who can significantly increase revenue and deliver capital receipts.<br>\n<br>\nThe ideal candidate will have experience in strategic asset management, commercial properties and be able to drive cultural change and speed of delivery. Candidates from local government or other industries are welcome.<br>\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a leadership role and help shape the future of our council properties.<br>\n<br>\nEnfield-Council-Plan-2023-2026-Your-Council.pdf<br>\nFairer-Enfield-Policy-2021-2025-Your-Council.pdf<br>\n<br>\nIf you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Claire Turner, Senior Recruitment Advisor on 0208 132 1024 or claire.turner@enfield.gov.uk<br>\n<br>\nFirst round interviews are arranged for Friday 13th June, with final interviews on Tuesday 8th July 2025<br>\n<br>\nWe do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents.<br>\n<br>\nPlease note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your supporting statement within your application.<br>\n<br>\nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working.<br>\n<br>\nWhy it's great to work for Enfield Council:<br>\n<br>\n - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).<br>\n - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.<br>\n - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles.<br>\n - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.<br>\n - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.<br>\n - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.<br>\n - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work.<br>\n - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£112,491 - £136,911 pa (pay review pending)","publishDate":"2025-05-22T14:52:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-04T14:52:04.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/20f96484-ae7e-42d4-9819-4bb83c9054fd.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e649b467-95a8-4c67-805f-4bf2d4f21b42","title":"Senior Prosecutions Lawyer","employer":"London Borough of Enfield","department":"","location":"Enfield","locationType":3,"description":"Enfield Legal Services are recruiting a Senior Prosecutions Lawyer, this is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and ambitious professional to join a friendly, committed and highly regarded in-house legal team to help deliver quality legal advice, as well as making a real contribution to the quality of life and sustainability of the borough. Specialising in Regulatory Prosecutions and prosecutions under the Housing Act 2004 and the Environmental Protection Act 1990, we are looking for an individual who is a real team player who is self-motivated and flexible.<br>\n<br>\nThe successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in the relevant area and will be used to carrying a heavy caseload, working with minimum supervision. You will have excellent communication skills and will be able to deal with people at all levels. You will have excellent drafting and negotiating skills and will have a strong understanding of the relevant area(s) of law. Local authority experience is desirable but not essential, provided you have good experience in the right areas of work. Litigator roles will require advocacy experience.<br>\n<br>\nWe work collaboratively and flexibly and welcome applications from all members of the community. Enfield Legal Services is a friendly and progressive team focussed on delivering our clients’ objectives. We provide training and mentoring for the right candidates and can offer a competitive package. Car parking is available on-site and we are close to two train stations. If you want to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. The roles are open to Solicitors, Barristers or Fellows of CILEX.<br>\n<br>\nThis post is classified as a flexible worker and requires 2 days office attendance a week, although during the probationary period to support learning and assisting the post holder to excel in the role office attendance maybe up to 5 days per week.<br>\n<br>\nApplicants are invited to submit a C.V. together with a supporting statement, addressing the criteria outlined in the job role and person specification of the role before the closing date. For more information, please see the attachments at the bottom of this advert.<br>\n<br>\nThe roles will sometimes require cross-working with other teams within the department.<br>\n<br>\nContact Details -<br>\nIf you would like to know more about the role, please contact Balbinder Kaur on 020 8132 0091 or Antonia Makanjuola on 020 8132 1122 for an informal discussion.<br>\n<br>\nIf you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andrea Walkerdine at andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk or on 020 8132 1022.<br>\n<br>\nWe do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV.<br>\n<br>\nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more.<br>\n<br>\nWhy it's great to work for Enfield Council:<br>\n<br>\n - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).<br>\n - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.<br>\n - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles.<br>\n - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.<br>\n - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.<br>\n - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.<br>\n - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work.<br>\n - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care.<br>\n<br>\nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.<br>\n<br>\nIf you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£53,817 - £68,265","publishDate":"2025-05-22T10:22:07.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-05T10:22:07.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a902286c-4526-4df4-817f-b8e1a7aab956.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"039915d2-0cdc-4ade-85dc-1acbdd00f142","title":"Housing Support Worker (12 month FTC)","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"Victoria House","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Housing Support Worker</p>\n<p><strong>Location:</strong> Luton, floating support service based within the office and around different locations within the community</p>\n<p><strong>Salary: </strong>£24,500</p>\n<p><strong>Shift Pattern: </strong>12 month fixed term contract, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:00. You may be required to work outside these hours as necessary to service requirements.</p>\n<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>\n<p>This is an exciting new role within a brand new contract to support the referral process from the Housing Solutions teams! The service focuses on providing floating and wraparound support to single applicants who are at risk of homelessness and are able to live independently, by providing a housing support plan towards resolving housing needs and support them into long-term, stable housing.</p>\n<p>In this role, you will conduct proactive outreach with our participants to develop personalised support plans for housing for appropriate long-term housing options, including accessing private rental listings and understanding application processes for tenancy. You will help our participants navigate the resources available to them including benefits and support services, advocating for their needs whilst empowering them to take ownership of their housing journey. You will work closely with the Landlord Liaison Officer who bridges the gap between our participants and private landlords. You will work closely with them to achieve prevention and relief outcomes by assisting the participant to remain in their provided accommodation. </p>\n<p>You will provide follow up support to ensure tenancy sustainment and successful transitions into permanent housing, keeping casefiles up to date with activities and documents, and escalating any high risks or high needs to the management team.</p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p>This role is ideal for someone who has a real passion towards helping to end the cycle of homelessness, providing support to those who need it to live in stable accommodation. You will thrive in a person centred environment with real compassion and a non-judgmental attitude, understanding that people face different life experiences and sometimes just need that extra support to get back on their feet. We're looking for someone with a genuine passion and felt purpose to help people, challenge stigma, and make a real difference to people’s lives! You will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds <strong>and/or</strong> a good understanding of the sector</li>\n<li>Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs</li>\n<li>Knowledge of resources and opportunities within the local community, including knowledge around benefits and employment opportunities to sustain independent living</li>\n<li>The ability to influence and negotiate positive outcomes with others</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral. Ability to form and build effective relationships and rapport with others</li>\n<li>The ability to work proactively to make decisions to deal with challenges and providing a solution focused approach using initiative</li>\n<li>The ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and participants</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>What we offer</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>\n<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>\n<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>\n<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>\n<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>\n<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>\n<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives.</li>\n<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We're proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles. </p>\n<p>SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity. </p>\n<p><strong>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</strong></p>\n<p>SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a> Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.</p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. </p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. 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