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Care Assistant (Days) - ShearwaterSalary: Band 4, £24,420 - £25,652 pa, (£17,160 - £18,025 for 26 hours) plus a 17% shift allowance if applicable.26 hours per weekRotas typically are a mixture of: Early shift - 07:30 - 14:30 Late shift - 14:30 - 21:30 Shifts include a 30-minute unpaid break. Sunday and bank holiday working apply What is the roleShearwater is in the Milton area of Portsmouth and is a purpose built 40 bed dementia residential home, which opened in August 2009. The accommodation is spread over 2 floors in units of 20 per floor. All bedrooms have a private ensuite with a shower. The home also has a good-sized garden for service users to enjoy.We currently have around 100 staff working different roles and different shifts throughout the home.Using a person-centred approach, you will look after the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs of service users. This will include personal care, assisting clients at mealtimes and all aspects of daily living.You will be providing person centred care in the form of social activities which promotes the resident's mental health and wellbeing and improves their quality of life.As a key worker to specific service users you will take responsibility to ensure information about their health and wellbeing is recorded using electronic care planning (Nourish) and communicating this information to the team leaders. This is a legal requirement under the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to meet our fundamental standards.You will be responsible for monitoring service users health and well-being whilst ensuring you have recorded all information on Nourish, reporting any concerns to the team leader within the appropriate timeframe.You will look after the needs of a diverse group of service users with a wide range of care needs, including challenging behaviour.Who is the personYou will have patience and empathy, with an understanding of the needs of people with different types of dementia and physical disabilities. You will have the ability to converse at ease with service users with cognitive impairment and provide advice in accurate spoken English which is essential for the post. With experience in a caring role as a formal paid or unpaid carer you will have an understanding of the importance of resident’s dignity, privacy and choice, and applying this in practice. You will have the ability to be flexible and adaptable, able to work in a team as well as being able to work independently and able to use your own initiative and make decisions and to be able to deal with emergencies in a confident manner. Computer skills will be required to enable you to update care plans electronically and use e-learning. You will be required to take part in training and development which will contribute towards your framework and study for QCF at level 2 / 3 (or equivalent) in Social Care and undertake learning to complete the Care Certificate (previously CIS) within your probation period.Please read the job profile for the full details of this role About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Adults Board safer recruitment procedures. Additional Information:How to apply:Remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. Closing date: 1 September 2025Please note we will interview as and when we have suitable candidates and reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful candidate.Previous applicants need not apply.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. We may not be able to offer sponsorship for this role due to recent visa legislation. Please visit the UK visas and immigration website for further information.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders.Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800.

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Occupational Therapist - Main Grade - Community Rehab Service (CRS)Salary: Band 9, £39,151 - £42,838 per annum37 hours per week Monday - FridayLocation: St Marys Community Campus, PortsmouthThe ServiceThe Community Rehab Service (CRS) is an integrated health and social care team supporting adults with a wide range of health and care needs. The service provides:<ul>
<li>A responsive crisis intervention to manage needs at home and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.</li>
<li>A city-wide service that facilitates timely discharges and provides community-based care.</li>
<li>An intermediate care offer focused on rehabilitation, reablement, and recovery in people’s homes.</li>
</ul>The team is evolving into a fully therapy-led model, working closely with community nursing and other partners to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. It includes Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Therapy Assistants, and Rehab Assistants who work collaboratively to deliver coordinated, person-centred support. The service supports individuals with a wide range of conditions, from simple to complex, aiming to promote independence and improve quality of lifeWhat is the role?This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join CRS and deliver reablement and rehabilitation interventions to Portsmouth residents in their own homes. The role focuses on restoring or maintaining physical, psychological, and social functioning.You will conduct strength-based assessments and develop personalised rehabilitation plans using clinical reasoning to select, implement and evaluate appropriate interventions. You will monitor and adapt treatment plans to ensure effectiveness and achievement and complete and document risk assessments to ensure safe practice whilst providing education and advice to clients, carers and professionals as required. In addition, you will supervise and support rehabilitation assistants and students and contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives. Who is the person?You will have a Diploma of the College of Occupational Therapists or BSc Occupational Therapy or Occupational Therapy qualification recognised by the world federation of Occupational Therapist, and a current registration with HCPC. With knowledge of Adult Social Care eligibility criteria, you will have clinical reasoning and problem solving skills with the to work independently using your initiative whilst managing a varied caseload under pressure. With strong communication and interpersonal skills, you will have competence in IT systems and electronic record keeping. With the ability to travel across Portsmouth and access clients homes you will beflexible and responsive to changing needs and demands.Please read the attached job profile for the full details of this role. About Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Adults Board safer recruitment procedures.Application process:If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact: <a href="mailto:Catherine.Ayling@solent.nhs.uk" target="_blank">Catherine.Ayling@solent.nhs.uk</a>Please read the full job profile attached for further details on the post to ensure your application matches the requirements of the role stated in the who is the person.Remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria.We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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Parks Tractor DriverSalary: Band: 4, £25,201 - £26,473 p.a.37 hours per week Monday - Friday but will be required to work some weekends.What is the role:The In-House Grounds Maintenance Operations Service covers parks and open space areas of the city and is responsible for the 760 hectares of publicly accessible green space in Portsmouth.The main priority is to maintain a consistent standard across all grounds maintenance areas and develop its service centred around community engagement and interaction of Portsmouth's Parks and Open Spaces.Within this roleyou will be required to undertake tractor driving duties throughout the city. Particular reference to the use of large tractor and mowing equipment and any other type of tractor mounted equipment (ie gang mowers including setting up and maintenance, tractor mounted equipment associated to winter sports renovations). As well as being able to maintain and understand the combinations of fuel appropriate to equipment, identifying and understanding when equipment is failing, you will be able to determine tractor implements required for each individual task. You will be responsible for carrying out plant and machinery inspections reporting any concerns or issues and will communicate directly with machine suppliers/service technicians to explain any machine faults. Working as part of a team you will advise inexperienced team members of good horticultural practices and the correct use of machinery and PPE. Full training and uniform will be provided.Who is the person:You will hold a City and Guilds NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence Tractor or equivalent as well as a full driving licence. Able to use your own initiative you will have knowledge of horticultural operations and be experienced in the use of large and small horticultural/agricultural machinery including front loader operation. You will be able to maintain a varied range of tractor and tractor mounted equipment and adjust machinery to maximise operation. Self motivated with the ability to make judgements of safe working within a busy park or open space you will report issues and/or necessary re-routing to the supervisor. You will be flexible to provide cover at weekends and out of normal working hours when required with the ability to work on your own and as part of a team following instructions from supervisors. Please read the job profile for the full details of this exciting opportunity. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Application process:How to apply: Please read the full job profile for further details on the post and remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the profile. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. Please read this alongside the 'How to apply' information on the careers portal. We are a disabilityconfidentemployer and ArmedForcesCovenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal. We are committedto offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria. We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders.Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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<h1>Library Assistant</h1> Salary: Band 4, £25,201 - £26,473 (£14,984 - £15,740 for 22 hours)22 hours per week - working hours and days to be discussed at interview.Location: Appointed to the City.What is the role?We are looking for an outgoing friendly person with good communication and customer service skills to join our library service. You will provide a quality service whilst meeting the learning and recreational needs of all who live, work or study in the city and elsewhere.You will assist the public in using and accessing library services from the library counters, floors and workrooms and will deliver an effective Information, Enquiry and Reader Development Service. As well as issuing and discharging books and processing new members, you will support the delivery and development of activities, events and other library offers as required. This will include reading stories to children and leading Rhymetime sessions, cash handling duties and assisting people with using the library computers. Other tasks will include responsibility for building security, maintaining the appearance of the library for service users, stocking shelves and processing orders of new library material stock.Who is the person?You will have good communication and customer care skills and be confident working with the public as well as being able to deal with challenging service users/disruptive visitors to the library. A team player you will be flexible and able to adapt quickly to different work situations and locations. You will have a good literacy and numeracy skills to fulfil the needs of the role being able to converse at ease with the customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English. Please read the job profile for the full details of the role and what skills you need to demonstrate to undertake it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Additional Information:How to apply:Remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at<a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may gointospam/junk folders.Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800.

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About Portsmouth City CouncilPortsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/" target="_blank">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.Job introductionWe are looking for a Childrens Home Carer to join our team at Beechside Short Break Services to support the young people to ensure they are safe and monitored whilst in our care overnight. This is a part time role, 20 hours per week on a shift rotation basis.Your new roleThe waking night staff member plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people overnight. Responsibilities include settling children to bed, supporting their needs, monitoring the premises, administering medication in line with policies, and maintaining communication with families and agencies. Staff must also keep accurate records, complete handovers, and perform domestic tasks as needed. While primarily based at a designated home, flexibility to work across various locations in Portsmouth is required. The ideal candidate will be committed, caring, communicative, and capable of managing their workload independently.Who is the person summary:The ideal candidate should hold or be willing to work towards an NVQ Level 3 in childcare, with experience in residential children's settings. They must be skilled in interpreting behaviour, planning and assessment, and have strong communication abilities for liaising with various stakeholders. The role requires competence in record-keeping and report writing, managing challenging situations calmly, and understanding the pressures young people face. Flexibility, responsiveness to individual needs, and a commitment to basic care tasks are essential, along with a solid grasp of safeguarding, equal opportunities, and diversity. Willingness to engage in supervision and ongoing training is also important.For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached.Our recruitment processFull information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/" target="_blank">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a>You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had.If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful.Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-privacy-policies" target="_blank">privacy notice</a> before submitting any information.You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles.

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Positions available:1 x 37 hours per week &amp;1 x 18.5 hours per week Please state on the 'Personal statement' section on your application whether you would prefer full or part time hours.The ServiceFunded by the Home Office and Hampshire Violence Reduction Unit, co-ordinated within the Portsmouth Youth Justice Service (PYJS), the Portsmouth Young Futures Prevention Partnership will bring partners together to offer earlier intervention to children who may be at risk of committing anti-social behaviour and youth crime.PYJS is situated in the Children, Families and Education Directorate of Portsmouth City Council.It is a multi-disciplinary, partnership organisation that works both within the Children and Families Services and the wider Youth Justice System.The RoleThis motivated and committed team requires an enthusiastic and knowledgeable individual who would enjoy the challenges and opportunities of working in our service, to help us establish and develop our delivery of Young Futures Prevention interventions.Reporting to a YJS Team Leader, you will work restoratively to:<ul>
<li>Liaise with colleagues both within and outside the YJS in order to gather relevant information to support and inform the Young Futures Panel process. Liaise with children and their families to seek their consent and views for intervention to be offered.Liaise with parents, carer, other family members and professional networks to ensure plans are agreed and delivered with them to support sustainable change.</li>
<li>Offer up to date information, advice and signposting to other services, including voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector organisations.</li>
<li>Complete high quality assessments to develop recommendations and plans and write high quality records, and present information in a variety of formats.</li>
<li>Hold a 'caseload' of children; planning, delivering, co-ordinating and reviewing direct interventions with them, under a restorative approach, to promote and build on strengths, and reduce risk and need.</li>
<li>Provide direct work with children and families in a variety of settings to support them to manage challenges they may experience including offending behaviour, emotional wellbeing, substance misuse, healthy relationships, access to education and employment, housing, and income. At times, this could include small group work.</li>
<li>Support access to other services where more specific, specialist or longer term support where this is required.</li>
<li>You will be expected to liaise with colleagues both within and outside the YJS in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.You will also be expected to carry out weekday Office Duty as part of a rota and respond to reasonable ad hoc requests.</li>
</ul> The ideal candidateIn applying for this role, you will be joining a lively, challenging and supportive team whose priority is improving outcomes for Portsmouth's children who offend or are at risk of offending. You will also be contributing to ongoing service development in PYJS in helping us to develop our work with parents, carers and families and making links to other community-based services.In return, we are looking for a practitioner who is:<ul>
<li>Highly motivated and enthusiastic</li>
<li>Creative, flexible and innovative in helping colleagues and families find solutions to overcome barriers and challenges</li>
<li>Keen to develop their practice skills within a multi-agency, youth justice setting</li>
</ul>As a Youth Justice Practitioner within PYJS you will need to have:<ul>
<li>A nationally recognised qualification such as NVQ level 4 or other higher level qualification or equivalent experience, in a relevant field.</li>
<li>An up to date working knowledge of safeguarding children and young people.</li>
<li>Experience of working with children, young people and families; particularly those who are more isolated and/or face multiple challenges.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the range of support services available to children and families in the City</li>
<li>Excellent assessment and analytical skills to assess, plan, review and evaluate interventions with a complex caseload.</li>
<li>Demonstrable understanding of child development and youth offending to support your work within a youth justice context.</li>
<li>A positive attitude to supporting children who experience challenges, alongside their parents and carers, and repairing any harm caused.</li>
<li>A flexible and restorative approach to service delivery, focussing on good outcomes for children, young people, their families and victims of youth crime.</li>
<li>Confidence to use your professional knowledge and experience to provide high support and high challenge and find creative ways of managing complex, difficult and sometimes volatile situations.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills with children, young people, parents, colleagues, managers and key stakeholders.The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.</li>
</ul>Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement.Hybrid working arrangements :Attendance requirements to the designated workplace will be 2 days required in the office for full time post, 1 day required for part-time post. Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please email:Lisa Morgan - <a href="mailto:lisa.morgan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">lisa.morgan@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> orEmma Donnelly - <a href="mailto:emma.donnelly@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">emma.donnelly@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>Interviews date: Provisionally 12th &amp;15th September 2025Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.Important: Please remember to state on your 'Personal statement' on your application whether you would prefer full or part time hours.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>.We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaYou will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Youth Justice Practitioner -Young Futures

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Salary: £24,243.00
Work Location: Winchester City Council, Colebrook St, Winchester SO23 9LJ
Hours: 37 hours per week including attendance at an agreed college.
Contract Type: Temporary (2 year fixed term)
Closing Date: 14th September 2025
Interview Date: w/c 22nd September 2025
To apply, please click 'Apply’ above or please send your CV and covering letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrrecruitment@winchester.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Business Support Assistant. The ideal candidate will need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, organised, customer focused and a team player. You will also have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written at all levels, and to use your initiative to problem solve and find solutions.
Winchester City Council’s apprenticeship scheme offers a valuable alternative career path to full time college or university study, with the aim of developing a versatile Business Support Assistant with transferable skills and valuable work experience in the public sector.
APPRENTICESHIP OVERVIEW:
This is a Business Support Assistant role, beginning with a 24-month Apprenticeship programme, at the end of which you will have learned to work flexibly across a variety of tasks, contributing to and supporting the delivery of a high-quality service to internal and external customers. This includes receipt and sorting incoming post, printing, document scanning and indexing, enveloping, outbound post and document verification services.
Winchester City Council’s apprenticeship scheme is a great way to gain valuable work experience while working towards a recognised qualification. Your time will be spent studying at an agreed College and working within the Business Support Team where you will have the opportunity to put your new skills to the test and provide technical and administrative support. The council will fully support you in your learning and ‘off the job’ training.
Depending on your current level of qualifications you will study:
Level 3 Business Administrator
WHAT WE CAN OFFER:
Winchester is steeped in history and this heritage is part of what makes our district such a special place to live, work, and visit. We are recognised for our innovation and achievements, whilst delivering high quality service to our customers and the community.
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, including:
· 26 days annual leave
· Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
· Excellent working environment
The cost of your course will be fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy with no cost to yourself.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants will need to be educated to GCSE level or above with excellent communication and IT literacy skills. Training will be provided but ideally some experience of working within this environment would be helpful.
If you feel you have the necessary background, experience, and skills to undertake this role we would like to hear from you. At Winchester City Council, we are committed to supporting and developing all our staff and creating a culture that is inclusive, innovative, and enjoyable.
Note: You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject. Further note, prior relevant experience may be considered

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The Legal Service TeamPortsmouth Legal Services is a friendly hardworking and dedicated team of approximately 40 lawyers and assistant staff who provide commercial and litigation support to the Council departments.We are committed to ensuring an excellent service in all aspects of our work.The Childcare Team offers a friendly and supportive environment.Team management is supportive and dedicated to providing good outcomes for children in challenging and demanding circumstances.We work closely with Children's Social Care and it is a small but hardworking team who manage the specific difficulties of this role with resilience and support.The RoleThe role is within the Legal Service based in the Civic Offices however flexible working will be considered and remote working is currently in place.You can expect considerable autonomy as you take on your own caseload and work as part of an in-house team.You will advise on all aspects of childcare, you will conduct negotiations, execute agreements and documents and co-ordinate court proceedings.You may also be asked to enhance your skills base to include other litigation as determined by the Head of Litigation.An ability to work in a busy stable and multi-skilled team with a clear structure of support and experience is to be welcomed and is available to the candidate.The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be<ul>
<li>A qualified solicitor, barrister or legal executive and have a detailed knowledge and experience of Childcare law. (This said applications from suitably qualified persons with less experience will be considered). </li>
<li>The ability and interest in advocacy, being able to deal with case management hearings, directions and issue resolution hearings. Candidates who wish to undertake contested hearing are encouraged to apply. </li>
<li>Able provide urgent advice to Children Social Care and assist in determining plans for children within the city.This includes working with Senior Management in Children Social Care to decide on cases going in to PLO and proceedings.</li>
<li>Be able to work as part of a team to ensure a smooth delivery of the service and be flexible in being able to adapt to the changing needs of the team.Be organised and have attention to detail as you will be dealing with a varied workload and be expected to ensure work is completed within agreed timescales and ensuring excellent outcomes.Have excellent communication and influencing skills as you will be dealing with people at all levels of the organisation and need to ensure your advice is understood and implemented to eradicate any unnecessary exposure</li>
<li>Able to carry out supervisory duties (according to your own seniority and as delegated by the Deputy City Solicitor)</li>
<li>The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.</li>
</ul>Attendance requirements to the designated workplaceMinimum attendance is 2 days per week and expectation that you will attend to suit the needs of the clientContact Details for an Informal Discussion:If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ciara Morgan on 023 92 834600Interviews will be held on: 26th September 2025Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement.Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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Working as one of a team of Terminal Supervisors, the role requires you to work with colleagues whilst on shift, to oversee and supervise the day-to-day operations of the Port Service. The includes all aspects of security, freight and passenger operations, along with associated staff and contractors, ensuring operations are delivered in a safe, secure &amp; environmentally sound &amp; efficient manner. Whilst on a night shift, there may also be some requirement to support the berthing master with mooring operations between 2359 and 0555 as requested by the DPOM. The role involves supervising all port operations related to passengers, freight, and security, ensuring compliance with statutory and safety requirements. It includes managing staff and contractors, overseeing infrastructure and service buildings, responding to emergencies, and maintaining legal and financial accountability. The position also supports training, recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery, while ensuring operational efficiency, environmental responsibility, and customer satisfaction across ferry and cruise services. Skills: You need: •	Demonstratable experience of working at supervisory level. •	Hold or be in the process of completing a ‘Managing Safely’ Health &amp; Safety course, or course of equal or higher standing. •	Good working knowledge and understanding of DGHAR and ISPS code. •	Excellent computer skills using a variety of software packages. •	Excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with customer service skills, be customer focused and be able to demonstrate your ability in communicating with people at all levels including the general public, accurate spoken and written English. •	The ability to work as part of the wider team but also use own initiative to take control of situations effectively, efficiently and calmly. •	Be capable of critical thinking when decision making. •	Flexible in your approach to work tasks, in order to meet the demands of the business. •	VHF license holder. •	Experience in working outdoors in all weathers, as the role will entail significant amount of outside working. •	Be resilient and able to work in a high demand, service delivery led environment. •	Be fit and able to work in a high-risk environment and of conducting safety critical working such as ‘At Height’ and wearing safety equipment such as ‘Fall Arrest harness’, Be capable of entering and exiting high vehicles and walking for extended durations. •	Hold a valid and clean, full UK driving license. •	Ability to work a shift pattern over a 24hr period and be flexible with regards to working duties &amp; hours.

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As a Youth Worker, you’ll be at the heart of our mission—engaging with young people aged 11–19 in youth clubs and out in the community. You’ll help them shape their own experiences by encouraging participation and co-creating activities that matter to them. Your work will include: •	Planning and leading sessions on key topics like relationships, sexual health, bullying, racism, and substance misuse. •	Facilitating fun and inclusive activities such as sports, dance, cooking, and creative projects. •	Managing spaces like the coffee bar and supporting a respectful, welcoming environment. •	Handling challenging behaviour with empathy and professionalism. You’ll also take part in detached outreach work, connecting with young people in hotspot areas across Portsmouth—whether in parks, on the seafront, or in shopping precincts. You’ll build trust, offer guidance, and signpost to other services when needed. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about youth work, enjoys being active in the community, and wants to make a real difference in young people’s lives. Skills: You need to: •	Have previous experience of working with young people aged 11 - 19 years. •	Have excellent communication skills and be able to engage effectively with young people, staff, and stakeholders. •	The ability to converse at ease with service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. •	Be able to plan group activities onsite and off-site that engages young people and encourages learning and self-development, including for the Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE) programme. •	Be self-directed and able to work as part of a team. •	Be able to role model professional practice to other staff and demonstrate effective ways of engaging young people. •	Be able to recognise when young people are having issues and be able to respond appropriately, offering support and signposting to other agencies if necessary. •	Be able to make sound decisions to ensure the safety and well-being of young people, staff, and the wider community. •	Have an understanding of anti-discriminatory practice, this is essential. •	Be open minded but recognise and challenge inappropriateness in a young person's behaviour or language when necessary. •	Be flexible in your hours of work as you will need availability to work in the evenings and occasional weekends for off- site activities, and to work City Wide if required to meet the needs of the service. •	Be prepared to attend supervision, appropriate training relevant to the post, and team meetings as required.

Youth Advisor Level 2

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Closing date:&nbsp;27 August 2025 Interview date:&nbsp;8 and 9 September 2025 (interview dates are subject to change)
Please apply via Winchester City Council's website.&nbsp;
The Temporary Accommodation team are looking for a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced reactive role, has customer service at the heart of what they do and a “can do” attitude!
You will be required to work as part of the Temporary Accommodation team to provide day to day housing management of the Council’s temporary accommodation for homeless households. You will also be required to provide low level support to ensure residents are tenancy ready to access move on / independent living opportunities.
The Temporary Accommodation team are based in offices just outside the vibrant city centre of Winchester. You will need to meet the travel requirements of the role as you will visit residents in our units of temporary accommodation across the district, as well as conducting health and safety visits at our schemes.
If you are experienced in working in the housing sector with vulnerable households and like to work in an environment where no two days are the same - then this could be the job for you!
We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing excellent customer service, who can work flexibly due to the reactive nature of the role, whilst remaining calm under pressure. You will need to be an excellent problem solver and a reliable team member to deliver excellent outcomes to those individuals in the council’s temporary accommodation.
A DBS check will be required for this role, and you must be able to meet the travel requirements for the post.
If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity, then this is the role for you. In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes&nbsp;</li>
<li>26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service</li>
<li>13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride</li>
<li>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district</li>
<li>Season Ticket loans&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
<li>Support for continuous professional development</li>
</ul>
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Laura Wilson, Temporary Accommodation Manager on 01962 862677 or via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lawilson@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">lawilson@winchester.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or Charlotte Quinn, Strategic Housing Manager on 01962 848399 or via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cquinn@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">cquinn@winchester.gov.uk</a>.

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We are looking for a person to support the administration of the Building Repairs Service and support the Head of Building Repairs. Candidates must be enthusiastic, good communicators and have excellent attention to detail, being able to manage multiple demands and workstreams arising from the service. What is the role? Sitting within the Housing, Neighbourhoods and Building Services directorate, you will be directly reporting to and supporting the Head of Building Repairs by; Supporting the administration and governance of the Building Repairs Service. The service comprises undertaking response repairs across our varied 17,000 housing stock and 900 corporate buildings to maintain and improve our properties. The range of duties undertaken in the role will be varied and ensure the running of an efficient and effective service. Tasks may include but are not limited to; •	Arranging and providing administrative support in contractor meetings including the production of agendas, meeting minutes, risk registers and management of action logs. •	Uploading and monitoring information on our IT systems, for example ensuring the repairs and stock database is updated. •	Supporting with financial and performance measures across the service. •	Supporting with general administrative duties, including sending letters, raising orders, assisting with organising recruitment, managing calendars &amp; emails of senior staff, etc. Skills: The ideal candidate is someone who will: 1.	Have excellent customer service skills to deliver the high level of customer service. 2.	Display excellent attention to detail to ensure that accurate information is recorded, and that agendas, minutes and reports can be produced to a high standard. 3.	Can work independently and be well organised to be able to successfully manage multiple, competing workstreams to ensure that information is provided at the right time to a high standard. 4.	You will need to have least one of the following; GCSE Grade 9-4, GCSE Grade A-C, Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths &amp; English. 5.	Have excellent communication skills, including; •	Ability to ask effective questions to gather accurate information. •	Handing over the right information, to the right people and at the right time. •	Being assertive and challenging while dealing professionally with colleagues, service users, third parties and contractors. 6.	Have the ability to understand what work is most important and prioritise as appropriate. 7.	Able to work as part of a team to ensure a smooth delivery of the service and be flexible in being able to adapt to the needs of the team. 8.	Are competent to be trained to use a variety of IT databases and systems such as the Repairs and Maintenance Database, as they will need to be updated with timely, relevant and accurate information. 9.	Have relevant experience of using all Microsoft packages; in particular be able to demonstrate practical IT skills using Excel spreadsheets and Outlook. Knowledge of analysing data and MS Project to assist planning projects would be beneficial. 10.	Sufficient knowledge and confidence to be able to work largely autonomously following briefing and direction provided by the Head of Service. 11.	Have a positive attitude towards work, be resilient, embrace change and actively work with your colleagues to improve the service offered to customers. 12.	Be able to use information to problem solve.

Business Administrator Apprentice

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Closing date:&nbsp;Monday 25 August 2025 Interview date:&nbsp;Thursday 11 September 2025
Please apply via Winchester City Council's website.&nbsp;
We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Private Sector Housing Grant Support Officer to join our esteemed Strategic Housing Service Team at Winchester City Council.
The role presents a unique and exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and has a strong sense of empathy with a commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities to live independently and safely in their homes.
You will be responsible for:
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<li>Providing advice and guidance to residents applying for Disabled Facilities Grants.</li>
<li>Supporting the Private Sector Housing Team in the delivery of an excellent service to residents.</li>
<li>Supporting residents through the DFG application process.</li>
<li>Promoting awareness of the DFG scheme within the community.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Liaising with occupational therapists and other professionals.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
If you are interested in applying for this role, we would like you to have:
<ul>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>The ability to manage multiple cases.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the delivery of Disabled Facilities Grants and the relevant legislation.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity then this is the role for you. In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Hybrid-working (50% in the office, 50% at home – after first 3 weeks in office)</li>
<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes&nbsp;</li>
<li>26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service</li>
<li>13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride</li>
<li>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district</li>
<li>Season Ticket loans&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
<li>Support for continuous professional development</li>
</ul>
Vetting Requirements: This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact John Corrie, Senior Private Sector Housing Officer on 07980 732051.&nbsp;

Disabled Facilities Grant Support Officer

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Closing date:&nbsp;Monday 25 August 2025 Interview date:&nbsp;Tuesday 2 September 2025 Contract type:&nbsp;Fixed-Term for 18 months
Please apply via Winchester City Council's website.&nbsp;
We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Private Sector Housing Officer to join our esteemed Strategic Housing Service Team at Winchester City Council.
This role presents a unique, and exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate in contributing towards enhancing housing conditions across the district and making a real difference to people’s lives.&nbsp;
The Private Sector Housing Team deal with all aspects of enforcement and regulation including fire safety, conditions and licencing of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), enforcement of housing standards, domestic energy efficiency, immigration inspections, empty properties, as well as the delivery of mandatory disabled facilities grants.&nbsp;
You will need to be empathetic, an excellent communicator and confident in making difficult decisions to achieve positive outcomes for our customers. If you are interested in applying for this role, we would like you to have:
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<li>Experience of assessing housing conditions using the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)</li>
<li>A knowledge of enforcement action contained in the Housing Act 2004</li>
<li>A knowledge of investigating empty properties and the available legislation to bring these properties back into use</li>
<li>A knowledge of energy efficiency legislation and minimum energy efficiency standards</li>
<li>An awareness and understanding of the Renters Rights Bill and the impact it will have on Private Sector Housing Teams.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience in the delivery of both discretionary grants and mandatory disabled facilities grants and loans</li>
<li>A knowledge of building defects.</li>
<li>Experience of inspecting and licencing HMOs&nbsp;</li>
<li>An understanding of the legislation used to deal with rogue landlords using the Housing and Planning Act 2016</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity then this is the role for you. In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Hybrid-working (50% in the office, 50% at home – after first 3 weeks in office)</li>
<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes&nbsp;</li>
<li>26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service</li>
<li>13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride</li>
<li>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district</li>
<li>Season Ticket loans&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
<li>Support for continuous professional development</li>
</ul>
Vetting Requirements: This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact John Corrie, Senior Private Sector Housing Officer on 07980 732051.&nbsp;

Private Sector Housing Officer

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Closing date:&nbsp;25/08/2025 Interview date:&nbsp;05/09/2025
Please apply via Winchester City Council's website.&nbsp;
Winchester City Council is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) Case Officer to join our Private Sector Housing Team.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents by helping deliver essential home adaptations that support independent living.
As a DFG Case Officer, you will be responsible for managing completed applications for Disabled Facilities Grants, ensuring that eligible residents receive timely and appropriate support to adapt their homes. You’ll work closely with Occupational Therapists, contractors, and other stakeholders to assess needs, coordinate works, and monitor progress.
You will need to be empathetic, an excellent communicator and confident in making difficult decisions to achieve positive outcomes for our customers. If you are interested in applying for this role, we would like you to have:
<ul>
<li>Experience in housing, social care, or the delivery of disabled facilities grants.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 and related legislation.</li>
<li>Skilled in communication and able to work empathetically with vulnerable individuals.</li>
<li>Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple cases effectively.</li>
<li>Proficient in using IT systems and maintaining accurate records.</li>
</ul>
If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity then this is the role for you. In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including:
<ul>
<li>Hybrid-working (50% in the office, 50% at home – after first 3 weeks in office)</li>
<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes&nbsp;</li>
<li>26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days - dependent on length of service</li>
<li>13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking (during work hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride</li>
<li>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the district</li>
<li>Season Ticket loans&nbsp;</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
<li>Support for continuous professional development</li>
</ul>
Vetting Requirements: This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact John Corrie, Senior Private Sector Housing Officer on 07980 732051.&nbsp;

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About Portsmouth City CouncilPortsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/" target="_blank">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.Job introductionWe are looking for a HRA Building Safety Manager to join our Compliance team to manage the Building Safety team, ensuring delivery of critical areas of building and fire safety.This is a full-time role based at the Civic Offices however travel around the area to other sites will be required.Your new roleMain Duties and Responsibilities:The role involves leading and managing the Building Safety Team, overseeing building and fire safety across a diverse housing and corporate property portfolio.Key duties include developing and implementing building safety cases, fire risk assessments, and resident engagement strategies, while ensuring compliance with the Building Safety Act and other regulations.The post holder acts as the Principal Accountable Person, manages significant budgets and projects (up to £5M+), coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, and supports the Head of Compliance in strategic planning and service delivery. The role also includes procurement, technical advisory, and workforce development responsibilities.Who is the person summary:<ul>
<li>Degree in building surveying/construction; RICS/CIOB membership or equivalent experience.</li>
<li>Strong leadership and team management skills, including performance and development.</li>
<li>Proven experience delivering complex building safety projects and managing consultants.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of building safety legislation, fire safety, and construction technology.</li>
<li>Skilled in contract management (JCT/NEC), procurement, and budget control (~£5M).</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power BI, AutoCAD, and project planning tools.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.</li>
<li>Able to interpret technical reports, manage data, and ensure compliance.</li>
<li>Full driving licence and access to a car for site visits.</li>
</ul>For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached.Our recruitment processFull information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/" target="_blank">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a>Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post.You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful.Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a> or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616 800.If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Amy Holmes, Head of Compliance on 07957 386 939 or email <a href="mailto:Amy.Holmes@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">Amy.Holmes@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Basic level will be required prior to any offer of employment. Please read the relevant DBS <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-privacy-policies" target="_blank">privacy notice</a> before submitting any information.Interview date: Interviews will be held at the end of September/beginning of October.

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This is an exciting time to be working in Portsmouth.As part of its commitment to inclusive education, Portsmouth City Council is leading the South East Partnership on the DfE’s SEND &amp; AP Change Programme, working collaboratively with East Sussex, West Sussex, and Brighton &amp; Hove.Now in its second phase, the programme includes the development and implementation of a new Local Inclusion Support Offer (LISO), which brings together partners across education, health, and social care to support inclusive practice in schools, colleges, and early years settings.The RoleReporting to the SEND &amp; AP Programme Support Officer and working closely with the Change Programme Partnership (CPP) Manager and AP Commissioning Manager, you will play a vital and varied role in supporting the coordination, administration and implementation of our evolving SEND &amp; AP offer.Key tasks of the role will include:Diary and Outlook management for relevant SEND Strategy, LISO or AP meetings. Monitoring inboxes and responding to emails. Handling correspondence, including confidential information.Co-ordinating and administering meetings with internal and external attendees both on and off-site, including preparing papers and taking minutes. Keeping membership/contact lists for boards and meeting groups up to date. Preparing and ensuring timely circulation of minutes and agendas (with embedded documents), action tracking/collation and forward planning for meetings. Producing information in a relevant format (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, diagrams and presentations) for reports to governance.Tracking referrals and monitoring LISO activity, and alternative provision (AP) directory and quality assurance.Developing and creating bulletins to promote and inform stakeholders about the LISO &amp; CP.Building and maintaining relationships with key partners Acting as an initial point of contact for the LISO and AP quality assurance.The ideal candidateNo specific qualifications are required for this role, but you will be expected to have achieved a Level 3 qualification and have GCSE English and Maths (Grade C / Grade 4 or above). You will need to have/be<ul>
<li>Able to engage and build relationships with senior leaders / staff from schools and partners across education, social care, and health. </li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences, both orally and in writing. A good team player who collaborates well and keeps others informed. </li>
<li>Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload and meet deadlines.Clear-thinking, logical and flexible in your approach, able to quickly get to grips with new issues and take a positive, problem-solving attitude. Able to use your initiative with minimum supervision, and work independently when required.</li>
<li>Excellent IT skills, with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) </li>
<li>A track record of stakeholder engagement and communicating with a variety of audiences, preferably in the education sector. An understanding of school culture, including alternative provision and the challenges faced by schools .</li>
</ul>Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement.We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week, these working arrangement will be in line with the needs of the business.Contact Details for an Informal DiscussionIf you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nikki Ledwidge on 023 9260 6182Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>.We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria.You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Project Co-ordinator for SEND & AP

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What is the role?This role is responsible for supporting the Traffic &amp; Network Manager in identifying, developing and implementing schemes that improve the city’s road network with respect to traffic flow efficiency and user experience.You will assist in the design and delivery of traffic engineering schemes ensuring they offer value for money, fit within the Council's corporate objectives and are in accordance with published standards and guidance.You will be involved in the implementation of smaller transport schemes and proposals as well as assisting in the operation, development and maintenance of the City Council’s traffic and network management activities.You will be required to assist senior staff during incidents or major events in Portsmouth as well as liaise with Councillors, members of the public and other organisations regarding general and technical enquiries in respect of the work of the Network Management Team including dealing with correspondence, attending meetings and preparing reports. You will also undertake site visits to make assessments, take measurements, liaise with contractors and check works have been carried out to correct specifications.Who we are looking for?You will be qualified to BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or other relevant discipline or with a minimum three years' experience in the traffic engineering field. You will also be professionally accredited (or working towards) with relevant institution i.e. IHE, CIHT or ICE, or have equivalent relevant experience in a work related environment.You will have knowledge in the investigation and design of traffic engineering measures including some of the following: highway signing / lining works, traffic signals and pedestrian crossings. You will also be able to demonstrate knowledge in the design, operation and maintenance of Intelligent Transport Systems, including traffic signals, UTC and VMS. You will also be able to demonstrate experience of specialist computer software packages including some of the following: AutoCAD, AccsMap, Signplot, and LINSIG.You will be able to demonstrate higher level thinking skills, be able to make connections between differing situations, investigate options and propose solutions that are compatible with and fit the bigger picture. You will also be confident and able to build rapport with other people, with ability to build effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.If this is a role that inspires you then we would love to hear from you! Please see the job profile for the full details and requirements of the role.Our recruitment processPlease note we will interview as we go along and reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/" target="_blank">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a> To make sure your application is above the rest, please download the Job Profile below to ensure your application matches the requirements of the role.We anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. When completing your application you will be required to complete a personal statement. You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile. Please give examples of your experience and any transferrable skills. This is your opportunity to showcase yourself and your achievements.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaWe look forward to speaking with you soon.We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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We are seeking individuals to work as part of the Building Safety Team within Capital Projects at Portsmouth City Council. The Building Safety Team is responsible for cooperating with the Principal Accountable Person and Responsible Person's in relation to whole building safety and ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021 and other legislation. The officer will assist the HRA Building Safety Manager regarding building safety including structural safety and fire safety on the Council's housing stock and commercial properties as well as the buildings that private sector housing regulate. To provide advice to other areas of the council on building safety including social housing, private sector housing and other directorates on both housing and commercial assets. Skills: 1.	Have a degree qualification in a relevant building surveying, fire safety or construction related subject and either hold or be working towards full IFE member status. Where candidate doesn’t currently hold member status, they are to demonstrate significant practical experience. Where candidates are not full members then assistance will be given to obtain membership. 2.	Have a level 4 diploma in fire safety. 3.	Have or be willing to work towards a level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management. 4.	Have good knowledge of building design, building construction technology and fire safety. 5.	Have demonstrable experience of working on high-rise buildings. 6.	Have excellent working knowledge and understanding of building related legislation and its application. Specifically, the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, building regulations, fire safety, the Housing Act including the HHSRS and the Social Housing Act including Consumer Standards. 7.	Have good knowledge, experience and be able to apply construction related health &amp; safety legislation, specifically, the CDM Regulations 2015 and asbestos at work regulations. 8.	Have experience of preparing and delivering high quality, written and verbal reports as well as the ability to write, disseminate and assess detailed technical reports and advise on the findings. 9.	Experience of managing and leading complex construction projects ideally in buildings which are considered high risk with multiple external consultants from feasibility, procurement, contract administration until practical completion. 10.	Have knowledge of contracts, contract law and guidance including their application and administration. Specifically, to include a range of contracts within the JCT and NEC contract suites. 11.	Have relevant experience of using all Microsoft packages; in particular be able to demonstrate practical IT skills using MS Excel spreadsheets to analyse data and MS Project to assist planning projects and deliver of works as well as the ability to use various software packages as part of undertaking the role. 12.	Have a working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drawing packages to produce and be able to interpret and comment on complex drawings to ensure design proposals meet the customer brief. 13.	Be an excellent communicator and assertive as necessary ensuring excellent working relationships are maintained. Be able to engage with resident groups regarding building safety and investigate complaints. 14.	Be able to interrogate, analyse and evaluate stock data, project information and repair details providing updates to government agencies as required. Be able to manage the Building Projects Database, ensuring consistency and quality of recording of information. 15.	Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritise work to ensure that deadlines are met. 16.	Have a full driving licence and provide a car for work, as you will be visiting sites across Portsmouth and the surrounding areas so will need to travel effectively between them.

Building Safety Officer

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Closing date:&nbsp;Tuesday 19 August Interview date:&nbsp;Friday 12 September
Join Us as a Policy and Performance Officer
In this pivotal role, you’ll support the delivery of the council’s corporate policy, governance, and emergency planning functions. You’ll play a key role in supporting the shaping of strategic direction, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting major initiatives like Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and Community Governance Reviews (CGR).&nbsp;
No two days are ever the same and the opportunities are endless.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who wants to work in a local government environment and is keen to broaden their knowledge.&nbsp; Winchester City Council is ambitious and driven by the priorities in our Council Plan and you will be part of this by supporting the Senior Policy and Programme Manager to report the progress of the programmes and projects that the council is delivering, applying a continuous improvement mindset to everything that you do. &nbsp;
You will have a strong interest in national and local government policy development and be confident in analysing and reporting on how emerging policies may impact council services. Your work will support the senior management team in making informed decisions.
Our commitment to transparency means you’ll also play a vital role in helping officers across the council to provide essential information to residents, stakeholders and Elected Members.
In addition, you’ll support the council’s corporate planning process, including the annual review of the Council Plan and departmental Service Plans. You’ll also take responsibility for managing Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, supporting teams to ensure responses are timely and compliant with statutory deadlines. &nbsp;
If you have the background, experience and skills to thrive in this role then we’d love to hear from you.&nbsp;
Why Join Winchester City Council?
We’re committed to supporting and developing all our staff and creating a culture that is inclusive, innovative and enjoyable. &nbsp;Our communities drive everything we do, and our values shape the way we work.
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<li>Empowering – enabling communities and our team to take action</li>
<li>Innovative – challenging the status quo</li>
<li>Integrity – always honest, open and fair</li>
<li>Adaptable – embracing change</li>
<li>Collaborative – working with others to get the best result</li>
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What We Offer:
In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including:
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<li>Salary up to £36,363&nbsp;per annum</li>
<li>Employer paid health cash plan</li>
<li>Cycle to Work and Car Benefit salary sacrifice schemes</li>
<li>Up to 32 days annual leave per year</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave</li>
<li>Free parking at Park and Ride</li>
<li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Excellent working environment</li>
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For further information about the role, please contact Simon Howson, Senior Policy and Programme Manager on 01962 848104.

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You will be based at one of the Area Housing Offices working as part of the Repairs Support team, reporting directly to the Repairs Support &amp; Compliance Manager. The Repairs Support team is within Portsmouth City Council's Building Maintenance service and will be supporting the Repairs team, Building Project team, and M&amp;E team. You will be required to support the Building Maintenance teams to manage our assets by carrying out a range of administrative duties including raising purchase orders, customer satisfaction surveys, uploading information on our IT systems, and arranging customer appointments for repairs and servicing. You will be supporting our Customer Repairs Officers during busy periods and act as the main point of contact for tenants, leaseholders, PCC employees and site managers requesting repairs. As Business Administrator Apprentice you will also be responsible for co-ordinating and allocating recommendations from fire risk assessments and arranging reviews as necessary. Skills: Your application needs to demonstrate that you: 1.	Have excellent customer service skills; you must have a good telephone manner to deliver the high level of customer service. 2.	Can work independently, are well organised and able to prioritise and manage multiple demands as appropriate. 3.	Have excellent communication skills, including; •	ability to ask effective questions to gather accurate information about the services requested •	handing over the right information, to the right people and at the right time 4.	Being assertive and challenging while dealing professionally with colleagues, service users, third parties and contractor operatives. 5.	Be organised, methodical and have an eye for detail when managing demands received and have the ability to prioritise as appropriate. 6.	Able to work as part of a team to ensure a smooth delivery of the service and be flexible in being able to adapt to the needs of the team. 7.	Are competent using a variety of IT databases and systems such as the Repairs and Stock Database, , as they will need to be updated with timely, relevant and accurate information. 8.	Have a positive attitude towards work, be resilient, embrace change and actively work with your colleagues to improve the service offered to customers. 9.	Be able to use information to problem solve, risk assess, ensuring customers and colleagues health and safety. 10.	Be willing to work outside of standard office hours, if and, when required

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The ServiceThe Children, Families and Education Directorate is primarily focussed on delivering its statutory duties as well as a range of high-quality traded services.This role will sit within the Inclusion Service, which is comprised of the SEND Team, the Virtual School, the Educational Psychology Service and others. Portsmouth is a lead authority in the SEND&amp;AP Change Programme working with partners across the region. The RoleThis role will sit within the Inclusion Service, which is led by the Head of Inclusion, reporting to the Assistant Director for Education. The Inclusion Service comprises of the following teams and roles: The SEND Team The Virtual School Admissions, Exclusions and Reintegration Post 16 and Campaigns Manager Educational Psychology Service Partnership and School Inclusion ManagerUnder the direction of the Partnership and School Inclusion Manager the successful candidate will provide challenge and support to schools to deliver on the principles of inclusion:<ul>
<li>Belief that vulnerable pupils can attain well and be successful in all aspects of school life</li>
<li>Whole school approach: everyone understanding inclusion and their role within it</li>
<li>A focus on high quality teaching, curriculum equity and inclusive pedagogy</li>
<li>Pastoral provision that matches need, focusing on maximising access to learning</li>
<li>The use of research evidence, professional judgement and values to inform decision making and spending. Early intervention prioritised</li>
<li>Accurate identification of need; the right support at the right time.</li>
</ul>Please see the job profile for the full responsibilities and expectations of this role The ideal candidateYou will need to have/be<ul>
<li>Qualified teacher status (Desirable) including post qualification experience</li>
<li>Recent and successful SENCO and Inclusion leadership experience</li>
<li>Level 6 qualification (e.g.bachelor's degree) together with post graduate (level 7) qualifications or equivalent relevant experience</li>
<li>Level 7 (Master's equivalent) National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (desirable)</li>
<li>Expert knowledge and experience leading to success in raising standards and securing effective inclusive practice</li>
<li>Practical experience of supporting practitioners to develop high-quality inclusive practice, with appropriate levels of challenge and support</li>
<li>Experience of successful delivery of support, advice and guidance to school staff, including the delivery of professional development</li>
<li>Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with inclusion and SEND</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience of developing partnerships and working with other agencies</li>
<li>Successful experience of managing, motivating and challenging other skilled professionals</li>
</ul>We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office a minimum of 2 days a week. Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:Sarah Christopher, PEP and School Inclusion Manager, <a href="mailto:sarah.christopher@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">sarah.christopher@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>, 023 92 688 940Interview date: 18th or 21st July 2025 If applying as a secondment you will need permission from your current line manager releasing you for this secondment. Please state you have this on your application form. Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.Interviews:We will shortlist and interview as we go and reserve the right to close this job sooner if we appoint. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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The TeamThe Family Safeguarding Adult Team is integrated into Children's Social Care services, providing intervention with parents &amp; carers to actively support change, with the intention to help more children to live safely at home.We are looking for a Team Lead to support the Family Safeguarding Adult team and lead the provision of the adult mental health and wellbeing intervention. Responsible to the Service Leader, the post holder will lead the team in all aspects of practice and development.The RoleYou will be responsible for supporting adult specialist workers to assess need and carry out specialist interventions to improve outcomes for families, safeguarding the wellbeing of vulnerable children and their parents/carers. This includes helping to develop skill and confidence in working with adult mental health needs across the children's social care workforce and to maintain a positive network with existing adult services in Portsmouth.Please see the Job profile attached for full details of the roleHybrid working attendance requirements - This role is office basedThe ideal candidateWe are looking for a qualified registered social worker with significant experience and expertise working with parents/carers affected by their mental health and wellbeing. We need a professional who has a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of the value of intervention and support with families, including vulnerable adults who are parents. The Family Safeguarding Adult team will be working predominantly with parents where concerns about their mental health, substance misuse and/or domestic abuse is having a detrimental impact on their parenting ability and capacity to change in order to meet the needs of their children. Some parents may also have learning needs.You will have/beA relevant Social Work qualification and be registered with a relevant professional body.Substantial post qualification experience of work with adults who experience mental health and wellbeing needs. Experience of intervention with adults with vulnerabilities associated with substance misuse, domestic abuse, and or learning needs would be advantageous.Experience of working with adults who are parents / carers and have individual needs that impact adversely on their parenting and capacity to change.The skills to be a confident and competent manager and be able to model the values and behaviours that are consistent with a restorative, relational approach. Take an active role in contributing to the development of an integrated model and support the Service Lead to manage any challenges that arise as part of cultural change.Confident in applying relevant theory and research to enhance practice. Promote learning and development through providing advice, guidance and support, including facilitating restorative meetings, reflective practice sessions, supervision and training.Able to take responsibility for self-directed learning and evidence effective professional growth. Be able to contribute to staff development through coaching and mentoring.Able to manage stress and assist others in prioritising work and balancing competing demands/pressures. Committed to staff wellbeing and support staff to develop coping strategies and access appropriate wellbeing services.Demonstrate a healthy professional curiosity and generosity of spirit to ensure that vulnerable people receive support and intervention to be safe, valued and respected.Have a good working knowledge and experience of promoting anti-discriminatory practice and actively addressing equality of opportunity.Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement on your application.Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaYou will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Team Lead

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The TeamThe Family Safeguarding Adult Team is integrated into Children's Social Care services, providing intervention with parents &amp; carers to actively support change, with the intention to help more children to live safely at home.Portsmouth City Council Children's Services is committed to promoting a multi - disciplinary, 'whole family' approach to safeguarding and reunification in Portsmouth. We want families to bring up their children to be safe and well, offering support to prevent the need for care, reduce the length of care when it is required, and to always strive for children to return home whenever it is safe and, in the child's best interest to do so.The RoleThe post holder will:Be a Family Safeguarding Recovery Worker co-located in one of the Family Safeguarding and Support Teams or the Building Your Futures Team. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of children’s Social Workers and other adult workers (including Mental Health and Domestic Abuse Workers) to safeguard parents/carers and their children.Be responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering interventions to parents/carers whose children are open to Children's Social Care and have vulnerabilities associated with substance and alcohol use. This will include working holistically, responding to a range of adult needs affecting parenting capacity. Be flexible and responsive to deploy specialist recovery based, behaviour change interventions. Be responsible for day-to-day service delivery, ensuring that people who experience issues with substance and alcohol use are provided with timely assessments and receive appropriate support to meet their needs as part of a multi-disciplinary plan. Deliver interventions using a restorative and strengths-based approach, including using Motivational Interviewing, in accordance with local and national guidelines.Co-create a schedule of working, including providing guidance to other professionals and working within a Team Around the Worker model, incorporating a strengths-based model of positive 'risk management'. Undertake specialist needs and risk assessments.Provide a responsive and effective service to individuals who may be in crisis or in need of safety planning.Work alongside colleagues and partners within the multi-disciplinary team and external organisations to develop and deliver interventions that aim to support children and young people to remain living at home, or to return home, when safe to do so. This includes contributing to the assessment, analysis and review of the impact of needs and harm for children as well as their parents / carers.Ensure a consistent and timely response to safeguarding in line with legislation, local and national procedures, maintaining a focus on both child and adult safeguarding.Maintain effective joint working with others, developing positive working relationships and clear communications, with Restorative and Motivational Interviewing at the heart of all interactions.Hybrid working attendance requirements - This role is office basedThe ideal candidateWill have/be Relevant vocational qualifications and/or be experienced in working with substance and alcohol misuse and be willing to undertake relevant training as necessary and appropriate.Experience, knowledge and understanding of adults and children's safeguarding procedures. Knowledge and experience of working with diverse communities; be adaptable, flexible, and inclusive to meet a range of parental needs, considering and addressing inequalities and social exclusion.Demonstrate your knowledge and experience working directly with families across the life span, including impact of adult needs on child development. Have the ability to build and maintain empowering strengths-based relationships with adults. Able to apply practice governance, as appropriate, when supporting families through highly emotive and challenging circumstances.An understanding of Motivational Interviewing and Restorative Practice and be willing to undertake further training and development. Have a respectful and inclusive approach to families, carers, colleagues, and other professionals.An up-to-date knowledge of research, relevant legislation, ethical issues, strategic frameworks, and current guidelines regarding the range of presenting needs relevant to adults who may be vulnerable and have complex needs. Have a good knowledge of Data Protection, information sharing and an understanding of confidentiality.Able to work within a busy environment, manage stress and respond to competing demands. Have good organisational skills and be able to manage a caseload whilst maintaining high standards of record keeping, including data entry and recording. Able to work autonomously, setting appropriate goals in accordance with professional, ethical guidelines and PCC policies. Confident to work in the community and use own initiative to make decisions in complex situations. Able to communicate effectively within a multi-professional team as well as the ability to work autonomously. Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement on your application.Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaYou will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Family Safeguarding Recovery Worker

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The TeamThe Family Safeguarding Adult Team is integrated into Children's Social Care services, providing intervention with parents &amp; carers to actively support change, with the intention to help more children to live safely at home. Portsmouth City Council Children's Services is committed to promoting a multi - disciplinary, 'whole family' approach to safeguarding and reunification in Portsmouth.We want families to bring up their children to be safe and well, offering support to prevent the need for care, reduce the length of care when it is required, and to always strive for children to return home whenever it is safe and, in the child's best interest to do so.The RoleThe post holder will:Be a Family Safeguarding Domestic Abuse Worker co-located in one of the Family Safeguarding and Support Teams or the Building Your Futures Team. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team of children’s Social Workers and other adult workers (including Mental Health and Recovery Workers) to safeguard parents/carers and their children. Be responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering interventions to parents/carers whose children are open to Children's Social Care and have used or experienced unhealthy or abusive behaviours in their relationships.This will include working holistically, responding to a range of adult needs affecting parenting capacity. Be flexible and responsive to deploy specialist domestic abuse behaviour change interventions. Be responsible for day-to-day service delivery, ensuring that people who experience domestic abuse (including those who use unhealthy/abusive behaviours) are provided with timely assessments and receive appropriate support to meet their needs as part of a multi-disciplinary plan.Co-create a schedule of working, including providing guidance to other professionals and working within a Team Around the Worker model, incorporating a strengths-based model of positive 'risk management'. Undertake specialist needs and risk assessments.Provide a responsive and effective service to individuals who may be in crisis or in need of safety planning. Work alongside colleagues and partners within the multi-disciplinary team and external organisations to develop and deliver interventions that aim to support children and young people to remain living at home, or to return home, when safe to do so. This includes contributing to the assessment, analysis and review of the impact of needs and harm for children as well as their parents / carers.Ensure a consistent and timely response to safeguarding in line with legislation, local and nationalprocedures, maintaining a focus on both child and adult safeguarding.Deliver interventions using a restorative and strengths-based approach, including using Motivational Interviewing.Hybrid working attendance requirements - This role is office basedThe ideal candidateWill have/beHold an IDVA, or relevant vocational qualification, and / or be experienced in working with domestic abuse and willing to undertake relevant training as necessary and appropriate. Experience, knowledge and understanding of adults and children's safeguarding procedures. Have the ability to build and maintain empowering strengths-based relationships with adults. Knowledge and experience of working with diverse communities; be adaptable, flexible, and inclusive to meet a range of parental needs, considering and addressing inequalities and social exclusion.Demonstrate your knowledge and experience working directly with families across the life span, including impact of adult needs on child development. Have a respectful and inclusive approach to families, carers, colleagues, and other professionals.An up-to-date knowledge of research, relevant legislation, ethical issues, strategic frameworks, and current guidelines regarding the range of presenting needs relevant to domestic abuse. Have a good knowledge of Data Protection, information sharing and an understanding of confidentiality. Skills in the use of complex methods of assessment of need.Have skills in applying theory to practice and the ability to use a range of models in formulating and delivering support plans. Have confidence in delivering group work and/or teaching and developing practice.Able to communicate effectively within a multi-professional team as well as the ability to work autonomously. Be able to work within a busy environment, manage stress and respond to competing demands.Able to apply practice governance, as appropriate, when supporting families through highly emotive and challenging circumstances.Have an understanding of Motivational Interviewing and Restorative Practice and be willing to undertake further training and development. Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement on your application.Application processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>.We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaYou will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a> Portsmouth City Council iscommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment.DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require anysupportin completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

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