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We are recruiting a Shared Lives Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: &nbsp;37 hours Contract Type: Permanent Location: Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider South East Wales Shared Lives Team. We pay an attractive salary of £34,314 - £37,035 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The South East Wales Shared Lives Scheme offers a unique community based service for adults who need care and / or support. Individuals are matched with compatible Shared Lives carers who offer to share their home, family &amp; community lives.The service offered is highly personalised where every individual has a strong voice, and opportunities are sought in consultation with each individual according to their personal preferences and chosen outcomes.The service has a strong focus on supporting individuals to achieve the best possible outcomes.Are you resilient, determined, empathetic, reliable, courageous and of an energetic nature. If so - would you like to be a member of our team?The successful applicant will support the managers and coordinators to develop Shared Lives across seven local authority areas and Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB). Recruiting and assessing new Shared Lives carers, working on referrals for adults with care and support needs, completing and reviewing personal plans, and setting up new Shared Lives arrangements.The post holder will supervise and support a caseload of Shared Lives carers who provide arrangements in their own homes, this involves monitoring and reviewing the Shared Lives arrangements.The post holder will work in close collaboration with other professionals and organisations, maintaining strong working relationships, contributing to the care planning process, and ensuring individuals are supported to achieve their personal outcomes.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A City and Guilds Level 4 Adult Placement/Shared Lives or past Level 3 qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales</li><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance research and best practice</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the participating organisations to attend meetings, visit individuals and carers in their homes etc. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rose Brown on 01443 864784 or email <a href="mailto:brownr2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">brownr2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Shared Lives Worker

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. &nbsp; &nbsp; Working hours: &nbsp;37 hours Contract Type: Fixed Term for 2 years Location: Ty Tredomen &nbsp; This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Family and Friends Team &nbsp;&nbsp; We pay an attractive salary of £37,938 - £40,476 and offer access to training and development opportunities. &nbsp; &nbsp; This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,383 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments. &nbsp; &nbsp; We are looking for a Social Worker to the Family and Friends Team, who manage those children who are subject to PCCP, Kinship Fostering arrangements and children on Special Guardianship Orders. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing and reviewing the support needs of both the children and their parents/carers. You will be required to attend court to ensure the most appropriate Order is in place i.e. when considering revoking Care Orders or converting Care Orders to Special Guardianship Orders. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; You will have excellent assessment skills and the ability to engage with children and their families effectively, with a focus on wellbeing and safety of the child. You will be skilled in developing and sustaining effective multi-agency working and will closely collaborate with professionals of every discipline. With a remit spanning the assessment and support of Connected Persons, you will be guaranteed different challenges every day. You will be part of a highly supportive team environment and have access to comprehensive training and development opportunities. For the role, we ask that you have:<ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor</li><li>Up to date knowledge of current legislation Research and Practice issues in childcare</li><li>Excellent communication skills with children, young people, their families/carers and professionals </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rachel Silver on 07789371545 or email <a href="mailto:SILVER@CAERPHILLY.GOV.UK" target="_blank">SILVER@CAERPHILLY.GOV.UK</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. &nbsp; &nbsp; Th is post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants.&nbsp; This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016).&nbsp;&nbsp; Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Preventative Caseworker to join our North Somerset Youth Justice (YJPS) and Prevention Service which is a successful partnership between key partners including North Somerset Council, Police, Health Integrated Care Board and Education partners. SAS sits within the wider YJPS alongside other prevention teams.
The SAS team offer support to children and young people aged 10-18 around their own or familial substance use. This includes both structured and unstructured interventions. Preventative Caseworkers engage with children to assess and plan their interventions to include the promotion of life prospects and opportunities to engage in pro social activities. Ability to address safeguarding and minimising risk are key aspects of this role.
A key element of the role is the delivery of child first, trauma informed interventions mainly on a 1:1 basis with children. Meeting with children and young people in a range of settings include in school or college or at their home or in community settings including the YJPS office in Weston Super Mare. The role will involve travelling across the whole North Somerset area, with some time in the office base and some home working.&nbsp;
In this role, you will have the following key responsibilities:
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<li>Independently case manage and deliver both 1:1 and group interventions to children and their families/carers.</li>
<li>Promote children’s individual strengths and capacities and act as an advocate to promote their pro social identity.</li>
<li>Work collaboratively with a range of partners including schools/colleges, children’s services, health services, and the police, to engage with children and their families/carers to build trusting and supportive relationships.</li>
<li>Record case notes and outcomes using both YJPS case management system and the national drugs database as well as other online systems.</li>
<li>Aid in the development and delivery of substance misuse training to professionals from across Children’s Services and wider partners, including bespoke training to key partners such as schools/academies.</li>
<li>Assist in the development of range of programmes/activities related to substance misuse and the wider experiences impacting upon these children including mental health resources.</li>
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This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
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<li>2-3 days in the office</li>
<li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li>
<li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li>
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About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate and who possesses the following skills and experience (please see job description for a full list of criteria):

Essential Criteria:
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<li>You have an approved professional qualification working with children and/or young people (e.g. social work, teaching, probation, youth and community work or health ….) to a degree level or equivalent.</li>
<li>You have experience of working with vulnerable children/ young people.</li>
<li>You have a thorough and up to date understanding of safeguarding issues and procedures.</li>
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What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
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<li>Competitive salary and benefits</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development</li>
<li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li>
<li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li>
<li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li>
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Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.

How to Apply
If you share our&nbsp;<a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Lucy Frampton on 07771 833173.
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Anticipated Interview Date: Wednesday 23 July 2025.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

Preventative Caseworker

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health Improvement Co-ordinator to join our Smokefree Team who sit within the wider Public Health Team. The Smokefree Team are responsible for reducing smoking prevalence within North Somerset by supporting smokers to stop smoking as well as training and supporting other providers to support their service users and/or patients to stop smoking as well as raising awareness around the harms associated with smoking, promoting the benefits of stopping and providing advice and guidance on the best ways to stop.In this role, you will; Carry out a range of activities within existing procedures and routines, to support day-to-day running of the Smokefree North Somerset service. The post-holder will resolve routine technical and process problems and queries, ensuring more technical queries are cascaded to the appropriate person..Key Responsibilities:Answer the telephone for incoming enquiries, service users, prospective service users and dealing with some queries using own judgement and directing other queries to the appropriate colleague.Assisting the manager and business intelligence colleagues with data cleansing duties and monitoring record keeping on case management system.Monitor the Smokefree inbox, ensuring emailed queries are directed to the relevant colleague and ensuring referrals are put into the case management system’s referral repository.Assist the lead trainer with training related admin including venue bookings, printing of resources and acting as a contact for delegates booking on to training.Monitor stock levels and order new stock for items including CO monitors, Nicotine Replacement therapy and vape kits etc.Take minutes at meetings ensuring minutes are typed up and cascaded to the team along with actions.This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position will be based at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting a team that helps people to change their behaviour and live a healthier lifestyle, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:NVQ level 2 in literacy and numeracy.Experience of communicating electronically and verbally including social media posts, information regarding service updates and/or changes to procedures.Considerable experience of working in an office environment and dealing with enquiries both via the telephone and in person to establish confident independent working.Experience of using databases and Microsoft office packages including Excel.Knowledge of safeguarding and confidentiality protocols.Ability to engage with a range of people; service users, their carers, health care professionals and the general public.Customer care skills demonstrating understanding of customer service with internal &amp;&nbsp; external customers.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Pays attention to detail achieving consistent standards and able to work independently.Ability to work as part of a team sharing workloads.Good interpersonal skills with pleasant phone manner.Demonstrates problem solving and judgment skills, confident in making decisions within guidelines.Desirable Criteria:ICT qualification.&nbsp;Experience of supporting campaigns and events to promote behaviour change and support working with service users in a range of settings.General understanding of tobacco and/or public health sharing in the goal to improve the health of our population and communities.What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Chris Miles, Tobacco Control and NHs Health Checks Manager at <a href="mailto:chris.miles@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.miles@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 01275 888559Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Wednesday 09 July 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Health Improvement Co-ordinator

We are recruiting an Information Security Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Ty Penallta / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Procurement and Information Services Team. We pay an attractive salary of £34,314 - £37,035 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The role includes maintaining business continuity by protecting the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of the Council’s digital infrastructure and associated assets, from a wide range of security threats and vulnerabilities. This involves the monitoring, reviewing, and continual improvement of the level of Cyber/Information Security within the Council, and maintaining compliance to the relevant Cyber/Information Security Standards.The successful candidate must have an understanding of the implications of Cyber/Information Security on the Council’s business and within the wider Welsh public sector and across the UK.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Relevant Level 4 or 5 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales.</li><li>An understanding the implications of information security on the Council’s business.</li><li>The ability to plan, prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work under pressure.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel to meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Matthew Cuthbert/Wesley Colyer on 01443 863285/ 01443 863224 or email <a href="mailto:Cuthbm@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Cuthbm@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; <a href="mailto:Colyewg@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Colyewg@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This role requires a basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Information Security Officer

We are recruiting a Principal Engineer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time Location: Ty PenalltaThis is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Transport Strategy and Development Control Team. We pay an attractive salary of £49,764 - £52,805 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Engineer to lead and manage the Caerphilly Council’s Transport Strategy and Development Control team.You will join one of the largest authorities in Wales working on all aspects of protecting the integrity of the Council’s highway network from the activities of developers. Together with your team, and the wider organisation, you will have the opportunity to shape transport policies and strategies. You will also act as the client manager for specific transport capital engineering schemes.This is an exciting and varied role and requires strong leadership skills and a sound knowledge of the rapidly changing transportation policies. You will also need up to date technical knowledge related to highway development control and highway agreements.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A relevant Level 4, 5 or 6 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW). For example HNC or Degree in Civil Engineering.</li><li>Practical knowledge of the rapidly changing transportation policies with the ability to implement effective, sustainable integrated transport plans.</li><li>Able to lead, motivate, monitor and give guidance to others within the team on financial and technical matters including some of a non-routine nature.</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings / undertake work within and outside the county borough. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Clive Campbell on 01443 863106 or email <a href="mailto:campbc@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">campbc@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;for further information.The political restrictions defined by the ‘Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990 as amended’ apply to you in respect of this post.





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Principal Engineer

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced officer to join our Homeless Prevention Team as a Criminal Justice Homeless Prevention Officer. &nbsp;This is a jointly funded post specifically to prevent homelessness and reduce reoffending.The Homeless Prevention Team provides help and advice to North Somerset households who are either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Working in partnership with other organisations we ensure that vulnerable people and families are provided with appropriate advice, accommodation and supportIn this role, you will be responsible for carrying out assessments with people who are leaving prison as homeless or ex-offenders who are struggling to maintain accommodation in the community, in accordance with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. You will need to be able to problem solve and seek out innovative homeless prevention solutions according to each client’s unique circumstances.You will also be expected to work in partnership with key frontline partner services such as rough sleeper outreach, emergency accommodation providers, prison and hospital services and other community based statutory and voluntary agencies as part of a housing-led approach to multi-agency solutions to homelessness and related crisesKey Responsibilities:<ul><li>Hold and prioritise your own caseload of homeless households</li><li>Develop a Personal Housing Plan according to client’s own circumstances</li><li>Carry out homelessness investigations and make decisions within legislative frameworks</li><li>Work in partnership with the Probation service and carry out prison visits where appropriate</li><li>Provide regular data to measure the effectiveness of the role</li><li>Provide in depth advice regarding housing options</li><li>Represent the client at multi agency meetings including safeguarding</li><li>Recognise safeguarding concerns and make relevant referrals</li><li>Make referrals for emergency and temporary accommodation</li><li>Write legally sound homeless decision letters</li><li>Make referrals to other agencies to support clients and to prevent or relieve their homelessness</li></ul>Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:&nbsp;<ul><li>Flexible Worker</li><ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul></ul>About YouYou must be a confident and resilient person, with excellent communications skills who is able to prioritise a busy and complex case load of homeless applicants. You should have a strong background of homelessness and other housing related work e.g. advice/welfare benefits and experience working in a multi-agency environment.&nbsp;You should also be able to use Microsoft Office packages and a bespoke inhouse system to enable you to keep clear and accurate client recordsWhat We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Sarah Stillwell, Head of Housing, at <a href="mailto:sarah.stillwell@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.stillwell@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: TBAPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Criminal Justice Homeless Prevention Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are looking for a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our busy planning policy team to help us progress our Local Plan at a crucial stage in the plan-making process.In this role you will be working as part of a friendly and supportive team contributing to the formulation of the local plan, neighbourhood development plans and supplementary planning documents through evidence gathering and analysis.Our work means balancing significant development pressures in a constrained area which includes Green Belt, Mendip Hills National Landscape, extensive areas vulnerable to flooding and other sensitive environments.&nbsp; Our challenges are wide ranging and as a result there will be plenty of opportunity to develop your career.This is a career graded post rising from £31,067 to £46,731 pa depending on skills and experience.&nbsp; Typical activities for this role are dependent on the grade, based on the knowledge, skills and experience you have. Further information can be found in the attached Job description.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Make a significant contribution towards the preparation, monitoring and review of Development Plan Documents.</li><li>Work effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and other partner agencies to deliver sustainable development.</li><li>Have experience and understanding of working in a political environment.</li><li>Prepare evidence for local plan examinations and present evidence where appropriate according to abilities.</li><li>Excellent research, report writing, verbal communication and project management skills.</li><li>Manage and prioritise your own workload.</li><li>Analyse and interpret data and make recommendations to support the plan-making process.</li><li>Provide expert policy advice to colleagues within the service to support development management and enforcement decisions.</li></ul>Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>Work both from home and the office. While this position is based in the Town Hall, Weston-super-Mare, we operate a hybrid working environment. Most of the team predominantly work from home however, we currently attend the office as a team once a week, or more frequently depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about planning and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Undergraduate Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent.</li><li>A minimum of 2 years’ experience dealing with a wide range of planning issues.</li><li>A broad knowledge of planning policy, legislation, processes and practices.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Eligibility for membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute or equivalent.</li><li>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Natalie Richards, Planning Policy Manager, at <a href="mailto:natalie.richards@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">natalie.richards@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 01934 426665Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Thursday 10 July 2025.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Career Graded Planning Policy Officer/Senior Planning Policy Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Education Welfare Assistant to join our Education Welfare Service within the broader Inclusion team to offer support to the service. The Education Welfare Service are responsible for delivering on supporting school attendance and meeting our statutory duties including Children Missing Education (CME), Penalty Notices and Court Prosecutions. &nbsp;In this role, you will be in contact with schools and parents&nbsp;and other agencies on a daily basis. You will offer initial advice and information on attendance, children missing education, elective home education and penalty notices, referring complex queries to the Education Welfare Officers. You will track and monitor queries and maintain databases. On occasion, you may be required to carry out home visits.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Receive email and telephone queries for the service, act as the first port of call for the Education Welfare Service.</li><li>Maintain the Capita One database for children missing education, elective home education, school attendance and fixed penalty notices</li><li>Liaise as appropriate with schools, parents and other agencies on a range of issues for the Education Welfare Service.</li><li>Provide information and advice on a range of issues for the Education Welfare Service and to signpost where/when needed.</li><li>Be prepared to undertake home visits for the service under the instruction of the Education Welfare Officer</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.This position is based at our Town Hall offices in Weston-super-Mare. Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Select Workstyle Type which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>Flexible Worker</li><ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about Education Welfare and Inclusion, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent</li><li>An awareness and general understanding of legislation for attendance, Children Missing Education, Elective Home Education.</li><li>Ability to work with internal colleagues and partner agencies including schools and other teams within the Council.</li><li>Ability to prioritise own workload and work without close supervision and to seek advice when appropriate</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Level 3 or 4 qualifications or equivalent to demonstrate technically specific skills relating to Business Support/ICT/Administration.</li><li>Evidence of a high level of ICT skills</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Georgia Humphrey, Inclusion and Post-16 Participation Manager, at <a href="mailto:georgia.humphrey@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">georgia.humphrey@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: To be advised.Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.





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Education Welfare Assistant

We are recruiting a Clerical Assistant at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 18.5 Hours (Monday – Wednesday) &nbsp; Contract Type: Permanent/Part Time Location: Woodfield Business Park, Pontllanfraith This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Youth Offending Team. We pay an attractive salary of £12,202 and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to support the Youth Offending Service. The successful applicant will be a team player and be able to support the Service and their fellow colleagues by providing a high level of administrative support.You will be required to organise, coordinate and minute meetings to a high standard, provide clerical and word processing support to the various processes within the Youth Offending Service.Key tasks for the role will include the accurate data inputting and extraction of information from the Youth Offending Service data systems and effective liaison with internal staff and other agency professionals to enable good customer service to the public including children and families.The successful applicant must have proven experience of using databases to input and extract data. Applicants must be able to learn quickly and work well under pressure in a busy office environment.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>5 GCSEs Grade A*-C or equivalent qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales, or Level 2 qualification.</li><li>Knowledge of IT packages including Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Previous experience of working in an office environment.</li><li>Prepared to work flexible within and beyond the boundaries of the authority. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Helena Baker on 01495 235623 or email <a href="mailto:bakerh@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">bakerh@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be held on 22nd July 2025. Applications may be submitted in Welsh.&nbsp; Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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