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Charity Shop Volunteer
 Be there when it matters as a Sue Ryder Volunteer
 As a Sue Ryder Volunteer in one of our charity shops, you will be one of the store’s friendly faces, helping us to provide the best customer experience whilst playing an important role in raising funds for our Palliative and Bereavement services.
 The role:
Our Sue Ryder shop volunteer roles are filled with variety and can cover many aspects of the role of a shop volunteer including:
 • Donations and Gift Aid – meet donors, receive donations, sign donors up to Gift Aid
• Sorting, labelling, pricing of stock
• Greeting and helping customers
• Serving customers on the till (training provided)
• Maintaining shop displays, re-stocking,
• Light cleaning/tidying duties to keep the shop inviting and well presented
 More bespoke roles may include:
• PAT testing
• Upcycling
• Social media and photography
 About you:
• Enjoy helping and engaging with customers
• Be enthusiastic and pro-active
• Have the ability to work as part of a team
• Be reliable
 Working as a volunteer at one of our Sue Ryder shops is not only a rewarding way to learn new and transferable skills but also a fantastic chance to make new friends and become part of your local community. Plus, you will receive a volunteer discount on donated goods.
 We are happy to discuss arranging one of our friendly taster sessions so that you may meet the team and see the shop.
 Please note - we do have a minimum age requirement in our shops of 18.
 About Sue Ryder:
Sue Ryder is one of the largest charity retailers in the UK with over 400 shops. Every item sold in our shops generates funding so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical, bereavement and emotional support every year, in our hospices, in people's homes and in the community. We are here to make sure that everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need.
 We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse volunteer workforce possible. We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGTBQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
 *Winners of the Employer of the Year for the People in Retail Awards 2023 – Retail Bulletin*
 If you have any questions, please contact our team at <a href="mailto:volunteer.recruitment@sueryder.org" target="_blank">volunteer.recruitment@sueryder.org</a>
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Charity Shop Volunteer

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Charity Shop Volunteer &nbsp; Be there when it matters as a Sue Ryder Volunteer &nbsp; As a Sue Ryder Volunteer in one of our charity shops, you will be one of the store’s friendly faces, helping us to provide the best customer experience whilst playing an important role in raising funds for our Palliative and Bereavement services.
The role: Our Sue Ryder shop volunteer roles are filled with variety and can cover many aspects of the role of a shop volunteer including:
• &nbsp; &nbsp;Donations and Gift Aid – meet donors, receive donations, sign donors up to Gift Aid • &nbsp; &nbsp;Sorting, labelling, pricing of stock • &nbsp; &nbsp;Greeting and helping customers • &nbsp; &nbsp;Serving customers on the till (training provided) • &nbsp; &nbsp;Maintaining shop displays, re-stocking, • &nbsp; &nbsp;Light cleaning/tidying duties to keep the shop inviting and well presented
More bespoke roles may include: • &nbsp; &nbsp;PAT testing • &nbsp; &nbsp;Upcycling • &nbsp; &nbsp;Social media and photography &nbsp; About you: • &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Enjoy helping and engaging with customers • &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Be enthusiastic and pro-active • &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Have the ability to work as part of a team • &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Be reliable &nbsp; Working as a volunteer at one of our Sue Ryder shops is not only a rewarding way to learn new and transferable skills but also a fantastic chance to make new friends and become part of your local community. Plus, you will receive a volunteer discount on donated goods.
We are happy to discuss arranging one of our friendly taster sessions so that you may meet the team and see the shop.&nbsp; &nbsp; Please note - we do have a minimum age requirement in our shops of 18.&nbsp;
About Sue Ryder: Sue Ryder is one of the largest charity retailers in the UK with over 400 shops. Every item sold in our shops generates funding so we can continue to provide 2.7 million hours of expert medical, practical, bereavement and emotional support every year, in our hospices, in people's homes and in the community. We are here to make sure that everyone approaching the end of life or living with grief can access the support they need. &nbsp; We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse volunteer workforce possible. We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGTBQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation. &nbsp; *Winners of the Employer of the Year for the People in Retail Awards 2023 – Retail Bulletin* &nbsp; If you have any questions, please contact our team at&nbsp; <a href="mailto:volunteer.recruitment@sueryder.org" target="_blank">volunteer.recruitment@sueryder.org</a>&nbsp; or visit:&nbsp; <a href="http://www.sueryder.org" target="_blank">www.sueryder.org</a>

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 Senior Planning Officer to join the Applications and Consents (minors) Team.We are a well-staffed and high performing team responsible for facilitating and regulating land use changes in accordance with local and national policies and guidance. While this is a high-level description of what we do, we assess and decide planning applications to achieve the best planning outcomes. We must balance the competing interests of applicants, developers, neighbours, relevant stakeholders, and the public at large, as well as the economy and the environment.North Somerset is a constrained area in planning terms with Green Belt, National Landscapes, extensive areas vulnerable to flooding, and other sensitive environments. Our challenges are wide ranging and as a result there will be plenty of opportunity to develop your career.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 attend the office as a team once a fortnight. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Tasks relating to the processing and evaluation of planning and related applications to include site inspections, negotiation, and liaising with consultees.</li><li>Preparation of reports under the officer delegation arrangements or to the committee.</li><li>To prepare written statements in relation to a range of appeals and to present evidence, where appropriate, at hearings and committees.</li><li>Manage effective relationships with applicants, agents, town and parish council’s, consultees, council employees, and the public.</li><li>See the attached career grade structure for further information.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about development management, 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><li>Experience handling planning appeals.</li><li>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Master’s Degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent.</li><li>Eligibility for membership of RTPI.</li><li>Customer service experience.</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 David Ditchett, Applications and Consents Service Manager at <a href="mailto:David.Ditchett@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">David.Ditchett@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: Tuesday 08 July 2025.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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Senior Planning 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 in our communities.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Sustainable Travel and Road Safety Officer – Section 106, to join our Sustainable Travel and Road Safety Team.The Team works to enable active and sustainable travel and make roads safer through infrastructure and behaviour change projects. Our workstreams include: active travel schemes; behaviour change; road safety; development management; electric vehicle infrastructure; feasibility work; and policy development.The creation of an active travel network is strategic. The Active Travel Action Plans (ATAPS) have shaped what future improvements may come forward working with local communities. Funding streams from DfT and Active Travel England help to plan a future network of walking, wheeling, and cycling routes and develop schemes for implementation and provide behaviour change activities to promote these. The team ensures that local routes are created, as part of new developments and that they tie into the existing network. We also encourage Electric Vehicle (EV) uptake through the creation of charging hubs and infrastructure, using grant funding initiatives through the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles.The team provides road safety education for children, ‘Bikeability’ cycle training and manages the school crossing patrol service.We work actively with the Climate Emergency team to change behaviour positively to ensure we address carbon emissions through transport, which is the biggest contributary sector within North Somerset. We work closely with a range of teams within North Somerset to help ensure active and sustainable transport are considered as part of day-to-day activities for the council.NSC receives substantial Section 106 funding from new developments, and other developer contributions. These pay for the monitoring of Travel Plans, travel information packs and sustainable travel incentives for new residents. The role is focused on using this funding to ensure that new developments are as sustainable as possible, and that new residents and employees are fully aware of the sustainable travel options open to them. Developer’s contributions also pay for infrastructure improvements, such as active travel access improvements, and EV charging. The implementation of these improvements will largely be outside of this role, but liaison with other officers will be required, for example in their promotion and providing monitoring data.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>To develop the systems of work to support sustainable travel behaviour-through activities funded through the S106 process.</li><li>To allocate and prioritise resources to support the delivery of these activities.</li><li>To report delivered activities and monitor financial spend.</li><li>To support the Travel Plan process identified in the North Somerset Travel Plans Supplementary Planning Document, adopted February 2023.</li><li>Providing comments on new development planning applications from a sustainable travel perspective.</li></ul>A valid driving licence will be required, as the role will include some site-based work at remote locations some without public transport, and there will be times when equipment and resources need to be carried. The EV fleet will assist staff site visits.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.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>1-4 days per fortnight in the office.</li><li>Includes working remotely as required.</li><li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work as required. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li><li>Your official base will be the Town Hall, Weston-super-Mare – when in the office your working hours commence from this location. When making site visits, your working time and travel expenses are based on travel from the Town Hall.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about sustainable and active travel, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Development, delivery and monitoring of a variety of Travel Plans and related promotional activities.</li><li>Development of schemes to facilitate and promote sustainable travel.</li><li>Strategic policy formulation, including familiarity with local and national policy.</li><li>Planning and organising – able to work on own initiative, prioritising work, organising work for self and others to agreed deadlines.</li><li>Able to efficiently visit development sites throughout North Somerset, as required by the role.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Able to use GIS</li><li>Experience of working with partner organisations, such as public transport operators, developers, consultants, Sustrans, resident associations, etc.</li><li>Experience or awareness of the development management process.</li><li>Membership of relevant professional body.</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 values&nbsp;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 InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Frankie Mann, Active and Sustainable Transport Manager, <a href="mailto:frankie.mann@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">frankie.mann@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or&nbsp; 07941 358172Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date(s): Commencing week Monday 14 JulyPlease 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. 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. 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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Senior Sustainable Travel and Road Safety 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 Building Inspector to join our Building Control Team registered with the Building Safety Regulator between Class 2 A (pay level 8) up to Class to 2 F (pay level 10).In this role, you will manage a caseload of construction projects commensurate to your BSR registration.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Undertake plan checks</li><li>Undertake site inspections</li><li>Undertake site inspections in relation to dangerous structures</li><li>Take enforcement action as necessary</li></ul>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.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 or less 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 building safety and public service, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Class 2A for plan check and site inspection work</li><li>Ability to plan and organise own work effectively</li><li>Good communication and customer care skills</li><li>Adheres to professional standards and codes of conduct set by the BSR</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Registered with the Building Safety Regulator at Classes B, C, D or F<ul><li>Class 2 D at pay level 9 starting at £41,511pa up to £46,731</li><li>Class 2 F at pay level 10 starting at £47,754pa up to £52,805</li></ul></li><li>Ability to work towards obtaining next level of registration with the BSR</li></ul>What We OfferWorking in Building Control at North Somerset Council is a great place to balance a rewarding career with a quality home life. Located south of Bristol, it’s a scenic rural area with access to the coast and the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Benefits include:<ul><li>Generous leave with up to 32 off days per annum, plus up to 12 additional days off per annum under our flexitime scheme</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Locally based work, within North Somerset, minimising time spent driving</li><li>Working primarily from home but with easy access to modern offices</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Support from the national Local Authority Building Control network</li><li>A career graded post allowing you to progress as you expand your registration categories with the BSR.</li><li>Tax deductible electric vehicle lease scheme (via salary sacrifice)</li><li>Entry into the excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance programme</li><li>Access to BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.This is an opportunity to continue your career with the option to work part time at an organisation that values the need to balance work and home life. We have a thriving business sector with Bristol Airport and several large towns including Portishead and Weston-super-Mare, which all provide opportunities to work on complex commercial schemes.It will be your job to undertake the assessment of building regulation applications as part of a team, to ensure works on site comply with prescribed technical standards and approved details.&nbsp; This career grade post is an excellent opportunity for both recently qualified and more experienced building control inspectors alike, who can demonstrate their competency to work unsupervised on domestic projects from the first day of employment. The starting salary will be dependent on your level of registration with the BSR ( £37,938 to £41,511pa - BSR Registration Class 2A to 2D).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 Jason Beale, Head of Planning, at <a href="mailto:Jason.beale@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jason.beale@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 01934 426011.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.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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Building Inspector (Career grade - domestic to specialist)

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 RoleDo you thrive on providing excellent customer service? Do you enjoy working with the whole community? Are you passionate about the role of libraries in our vision for “an open, fairer and greener North Somerset”?This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, well organized and enthusiastic individual to join our busy team of staff and volunteers.The post is for 21 hours a week: a fixed term role for 12 months.The hours are worked on a two-week cycle:Week 1: Tuesday 9-5, Thursday 10-4, Friday 9-5Week 2: Tuesday 9-5, Thursday 10-4, Friday 9-5, Saturday 9-1You will be working across 2 branch libraries: Portishead and Pill. After a period of induction, you will be expected to work regular shifts on your own at Pill Library. Although Portishead will be your base, from time to time you will provide district cover so you must be able to reach other North Somerset libraries. You will be ready to deal with the physical demands of the job, including stock handling and floor walking.You will have excellent customer care skills, including the ability to deal with unexpected and challenging situations. You will be passionate about supporting digital inclusion. Library work experience, although desirable, is not essential.&nbsp;You will have an interest in reading, literacy and culture and a willingness to promote stock and library services through creative displays and customer interaction.You will be supporting customer access to books and information, including council services, dealing with customer enquiries, and signposting where necessary. IT and digital skills are essential as you will be using a Library Management System as well as Microsoft Office.&nbsp; You may be troubleshooting yourself and will be helping customers struggling to get on in our digital world.We have an extensive calendar of activities and events including Rhymetime, Storytime, school visits, author events, library tours, family learning and digital support. You will be leading some of these so you will be expected to deliver to small groups.Portishead Library is a modern building, staffed from Tuesday to Saturday, with Extended Access, a form of self-service which extends the hours from 8.00am to 8pm 7 days a week. It is a popular and vibrant library with a dedicated and experienced staff team. There is a meeting room available for hire.Pill Library is a shared site with Pill Children’s Centre, staffed on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturday mornings. Although small, Pill has a thriving event and activity program, including Rhyme time, Lego Club and Code Club.A detailed job family specification can be found in the application pack. If you haven’t visited a library in a while, we’d encourage you to do so before applying and check out what we have to offer at <a href="http://www.librarieswest.org.uk" target="_blank">www.librarieswest.org.uk</a> and <a href="http://www.n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.n-somerset.gov.uk</a>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.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 Portishead and Pill Library Group supervisors Julia Deacon at <a href="mailto:julia.deacon@n-somerset.co.uk" target="_blank">julia.deacon@n-somerset.co.uk</a> or 01934 426803 and Samantha Chandler at <a href="mailto:samantha.chandler@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">samantha.chandler@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 01934 426040Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Thursday 03 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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Community Services Officer (Libraries)

1 x Full-time (37 hours per week) 1 x Part-time (18.5 hours per week) 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 very excited to be launching our Social Care Academy in September! Our Academy will support the learning and development of our social work students, apprentices, and newly qualified social workers, as well as promote learning and development across the social care workforce. Our Practice Educators will support newly qualified social workers undertaking their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment through direct observation, thematic learning, and assessment of practice in line with established competencies within the programme.You would be joining us at an exciting time of improvement and innovation; as well as launching our Academy, our Practice Approach, Building Connections, sees us&nbsp;continue to embed restorative practice with a relational approach and a trauma- informed lens.Our Practice Educators will work closely with the Academy Manager and social work teams across the Directorate, to ensure that Academy learners are equipped to practice effectively and well supported on their development journeys.About YouYou will have significant social work experience which includes direct experience of supervising social workers or social work students. You will be passionate about learning and development, and have a proven track record of effective assessment of social care practice. You will hold an in-depth knowledge of relational and trauma-informed practice approaches and be a skilled communicator.We are looking for one full-time and one part-time Practice Educator, so if you think this could be you, we’d love to hear from you!If you would like an informal discussion about this role, please get in touch with Laura Clements at <a href="mailto:Laura.Clements@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">Laura.Clements@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>.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 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 (pro-rata).</li></ul><ul><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>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 an informal discussion about this role, please contact Shelley Caldwell, H ad of Family Support &amp; Safeguarding at <a href="mailto:shelley.caldwell@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">shelley.caldwell@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or call on 07824085762Applications close on Friday. 10th July 2025 and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Monday, 14th July.Interviews will take place on Tuesday, 22nd July.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.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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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 Social Worker to join our Family Support and Safeguarding Team. The Family Support and Safeguarding Team are responsible for supporting children and families to thrive, overcoming challenges, and ensuring children’s safety, with a focus on strengthening family relationships and improving outcomes through a creative, strengths-based approach.This is a permanent position with the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours.In this role, you will be supported by a strong and consistent senior management team, with a manageable caseload, high quality reflective supervision working in supportive and creative social work teams.Following successful completion of probation period, Social Workers in North Somerset have the right to seek Senior Workers pay if they are able to evidence the experience to an agreed standard and progress to Level 9: - £40,221 – £45,441 per annum.Key Responsibilities and duties will include:<ul><li>Undertaking S47, assessment, planning, intervention and review to support children who are in need, including child protection, care proceedings and children looked after.</li><li>Working collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.</li><li>Working with a small number of children and families, to achieve the best possible long-term outcomes for children, using Signs of Safety (training and support provided if required).</li><li>Continuously improve your practice by developing your knowledge and skills through post qualifying training.</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. 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 social work, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Be a qualified Social Worker (with a Social Work England Registration) with a passion for working with children and their families to help improve their outcomes and to keep them safe from harm using a strengths-based approach.</li></ul><ul><li>Have sound knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, including a clear understanding of ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’ and fostering regulations and legislation.</li></ul><ul><li>Have an ability to build effective relationships with children, young people and families.</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 Shelley Caldwell, Head of Family Support &amp; Safeguarding, on 07824 085762.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.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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Social Worker, Family Support & Safeguarding, Children’s Services

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 Senior Social Worker to join our Family Support and Safeguarding Team. The Family Support and Safeguarding Team are responsible for supporting children and families to thrive, overcoming challenges, and ensuring children’s safety, with a focus on strengthening family relationships and improving outcomes through a creative, strengths-based approach.This is a permanent position with the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours.In this role, you will provide expert guidance, support, and continuous development to your colleagues. While you’ll manage a smaller caseload to focus on mentoring, your impact will be far-reaching as you shape best practices and support the most vulnerable families.As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll play a key role in direct service delivery, offering technical support and professional consultation. You’ll also take on leadership responsibilities, providing direction and acting as a role model within the team.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide expert advice and guidance to team members.</li><li>Step in for the team manager when needed.</li><li>Lead on specific cases, supporting families with complex needs.</li><li>Supervise and support the professional development of other team members.</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. 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 social work, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, driven by a passion for improving outcomes for children and their families through a strengths-based approach.</li><li>Well-versed in relevant childcare legislation, including ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’ and fostering regulations.</li><li>Skilled at building effective, trust-based relationships with children, young people, and their families.</li><li>Committed to developing purposeful, outcome-focused relationships with families, based on mutual respect and partnership.</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 Shelley Caldwell, Head of Family Support &amp; Safeguarding, on 07824 085762.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.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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Senior Social Worker, Family Support & Safeguarding, Children’s Services

About UsAt North Somerset Educational Psychology Service, we are a small, close-knit team with a strong, supportive culture. Together, we developed our core values—compassion, trust, honesty, and respect—which shape everything we do. Team members consistently highlight our collaborative approach and positive team relationships as key strengths that support wellbeing and job satisfaction.&nbsp;&nbsp;Each EP in our team leads on an area of interest, providing opportunities to develop specialist expertise and influence the direction of our service. EPs also enjoy a breadth of work including the development and delivery of training, ELSA and SENCO supervision, organisational research, traded work in schools and TEP supervision.&nbsp;&nbsp;As an impact-driven team, we are committed to using psychology to create impactful, positive change for children and young people. Recent evaluations of our casework highlight this impact, showing, for example a 15.39% increase in students’ sense of belonging and a 13.6% reduction in concerns measured by the SDQ. By gathering this data, we support our EPs to see the difference they are making.&nbsp;The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Educational Psychologist to join us in delivering high-quality psychological services to schools across North Somerset. This is an exciting opportunity to combine direct practice with leadership, innovation, and strategic development.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul><li>Applying psychology through the delivery of traded services to a cluster of schools.&nbsp;</li><li>Take on a leadership role in a key area of need—possible initial focus on Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), although we welcome proposals in other areas aligned to your expertise and interests.</li><li>Contribute to preventative work, for example through the delivery of CPD and supervision in SENCO networks or involvement with the Virtual School.</li><li>Undertake an allocation of statutory work.</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 currently 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 Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office or in schools.</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 making impact through psychology and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Nationally recognised postgraduate qualification in educational psychology.</li></ul><ul><li>Qualified EPs registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or trainee EPs in their final year of training who expect HCPC registration upon completion.</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of a broad range of approaches to assessment and intervention, informed by current psychological research and practice.</li><li>Understanding of and commitment to consultation as a framework for service delivery.</li><li>Understanding of and commitment to supporting schools to achieve greater inclusion of children with special educational needs.</li><li>Knowledge, understanding of and commitment to professional codes of ethics.</li><li>Integrity - ability to be open and honest, to maintain high standards of personal behaviour and display strong moral principles.</li><li>Accountability - willingness to take personal responsibility for your actions and decisions, and to understand the consequences of your behaviour.</li><li>A demonstrable willingness to share information and work with other people, including the ability to listen, communicate with and understand others, taking account of other people’s points of view.</li><li>Excellent inter-personal skills including ability to communicate well orally and in writing.</li><li>Knowledge of the broad range of service users supported by the EPS, along with an understanding of the different needs across these groups.</li><li>A demonstrable willingness to share information and work with other people.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Proven track record in supporting children looked after.</li><li>Knowledge and awareness of national, regional, and international developments in Educational Psychology and Education in general.</li><li>Desire and ability to contribute to ongoing service development.</li><li>Competent research skills, data analysis, identification of trends and patterns to support the development of teaching and learning and/or the assessment of individual need.</li><li>Outstanding organisational skills, an ability to plan ahead, make priorities, manage workload, allocate time and cope with stress.</li><li>Strong professional commitment and the drive, enthusiasm, and energy to motivate others and manage change effectively.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>A base in Town Hall, Weston-Super-Mare with free council parking permit. North Somerset is commutable from Bristol and as a small Local Authority travel is usually straightforward.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>A comprehensive CPD offer, including half-termly whole-team CPD days.</li><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 Dr Dulcie Gray, Senior Educational Psychologist, at <a href="mailto:dulcie.gray@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">dulcie.gray@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: 08/07/2025Please 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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