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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We are looking for a motivated and committed Senior Social Worker to join our&nbsp;Hospital Discharge and Response Team (DART).Brighton and Hove is a vibrant and exciting place to live and work and an opportunity has arisen to join our high performing team. It is a friendly and supportive team but also a&nbsp;fast paced&nbsp;place to work with a need to perform in a flexible and autonomous manner, working closely in a fully integrated health and social care service to support our service users, health colleagues and facilitate safe timely discharges across several sites in the city.Please do not apply if you are not a qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England. &nbsp;Unfortunately, if you are not qualified and registered, your application will not be read.For an informal discussion, please contact Marcus Brooks - (General Manager) on 07825862557Fixed term/Secondment until: 9th October 2026Contracts will be offered as fixed term to external candidates and maybe offered as secondments to internal candidates.Internal candidates -&nbsp;before applying, please ensure you have read&nbsp;<a href="https://brightonandhovecc.sharepoint.com/sites/TheWavePoliciesandProcedures/SitePages/Secondment-policy.aspx?web=1" target="_blank">the Secondment policy</a>&nbsp;to ensure you are eligible to apply. In accordance with the policy, please ensure you have the written approval of your line manager before applying. Evidence of this must be included with your application. <h2>About the role</h2>The DART team is based over&nbsp;several&nbsp;sites in the city and as the role will involve direct supervision and support of staff across the sites, flexible working is necessary and can offer variety and autonomy to the Senior role.We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, relevant experience supporting often complex short term casework, someone who has high professional standards, a commitment to supervision and who is keen to continue their professional development. An excellent knowledge of current legislation such as the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and&nbsp;Safeguarding Procedures is essential.You will need experience of undertaking Safeguarding enquiries and will be expected to both undertake and supervise these, and be able to manage complex and crisis situations using professional judgement, leading practice and promoting a range of interventions including strengths based practice. &nbsp;You will need experience of Mental Capacity assessments and Best Interests decision making.As a team we are committed to professional development and you will supervise and support colleagues, including ASYE, student Social Workers, and experienced staff. &nbsp;You will receive regular supervision and support and have opportunities for ongoing development and specialist training.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours&nbsp;or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Senior Social Worker

About the Role Are you passionate about helping people get the best from digital tools and changing the way we work for the better? Derbyshire County Council is seeking a proactive and customer‑focused Digital Adoption Analyst to champion everyday digital adoption across our services.Working within Digital Services, you’ll collaborate with business partners, IT specialists, and end users to make sure our Microsoft 365 and other core solutions are understood, well‑used, and delivering measurable value.Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Design and deliver practical training, workshops and support materials that build digital confidence and capability across the organisation.</li><li>Analyse adoption data and user feedback to identify barriers, opportunities and quick wins, and turn insights into clear, actionable recommendations.</li><li>Develop and maintain content for the SharePoint Learning Portal, curating Microsoft resources and creating engaging, role‑relevant guidance.</li><li>Provide expert advice to services on the transformational opportunities of IT systems and tools, ensuring solutions meet user needs and represent best value.</li><li>Support change management activities so that new tools and features are adopted smoothly and consistently.</li><li>Prepare concise reports and updates on progress, challenges and outcomes for stakeholders.</li><li>Work collaboratively with multi‑disciplinary teams to align adoption activity with project delivery and service goals.</li><li>Stay current with emerging digital trends and good practice across local government and the wider public sector.</li></ul>About You We’re looking for someone who is: <ul><li>Experienced in digital adoption, IT user support or digital transformation, with a track record of helping colleagues at all levels to embrace new tools and ways of working.</li><li>Creative, able to design engaging learning materials, develop innovative solutions, and inspire others to think differently about digital tools and ways of working.</li><li>A confident communicator, skilled at explaining technical concepts in plain English and influencing stakeholders across services.</li><li>User‑centred, with a strong customer‑service ethos and a genuine interest in how digital can improve public services.</li><li>Organised and collaborative, comfortable working across teams to deliver consistent, high‑quality outcomes.</li><li>Data‑savvy, able to turn usage metrics and qualitative feedback into meaningful insights and practical improvements. </li></ul>Support &amp; Benefits:<ul><li>Generous Annual Leave Scheme (27 days increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.</li><li>Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security.</li><li>Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.</li><li>Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.</li><li>Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.</li><li>Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.</li><li>Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.</li><li>&amp; much more</li></ul>Provisional Interview Date: 16 February 2026Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CST1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.





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Digital Adoption Analyst

Job DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.What’s the role ?Join Our Transitions Team – Empower Young Adults to ThriveAdvanced Practitioner Social Worker – Transition Team (Ages 18–25)Are you passionate about supporting young people as they move into adulthood? We’re looking for skilled and motivated Advanced Practitioner - Social Workers to join our&nbsp;Transitions Team, where you’ll play a vital role in helping young adults with disabilities navigate the journey from children's to adult services.We are seeking to recruit an Advanced Practitioner, who is a qualified social worker, to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience, demonstrate exceptional assessment and intervention skills, and be committed to promoting best practices within social work. This role will involve providing expert guidance and support to colleagues, as well as leading on complex cases and contributing to service development. Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification, and be registered with the relevant professional body.This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact by delivering high-quality, strengths-based social work that promotes independence, inclusion, and wellbeing.What You’ll Be Doing:<ul> <li>Leading the assessment and planning process for young people aged 18–25 with disabilities, ensuring that all interventions are holistic and person-centred.</li> <li>Providing expert advice and consultation to team members, supporting them with complex cases and promoting reflective practice.</li> <li>Championing multi-agency working by collaborating closely with families, education providers, health professionals, and partner agencies to achieve seamless transitions.</li> <li>Ensuring robust application of legal frameworks, such as the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation, and providing guidance to less experienced staff on these areas.</li> <li>Taking a lead role in navigating Continuing Health Care (CHC) processes, advocating for the best outcomes, and supporting the professional development of colleagues in this area.</li> <li>Contributing to service improvement initiatives, sharing best practice, and supporting the development of policies and procedures within the Transitions Team.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For:<ul> <li>Qualified Social Workers registered with Social Work England,&nbsp;must&nbsp;have passed AYSE.</li> <li>Professionals seeking to advance their careers as senior social workers and broaden their expertise.</li> <li>A strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing young adults with disabilities.</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in adult social care and transitions.</li> <li>Excellent communication, assessment, and crisis management skills.</li> <li>A collaborative, person-centred approach with a commitment to empowering young people and their families.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team that values innovation and inclusion.</li> <li>Access to continuous professional development and career progression opportunities.</li> <li>A chance to shape the future of transitions services and make a real difference in young people’s lives.</li></ul>What’s in it for you<ul> <li>Generous holiday allowance,</li> <li>&nbsp;Local Government Pension scheme,</li> <li>&nbsp;flexible working and family-friendly policies,</li> <li>&nbsp;season ticket and bicycle loans,</li> <li>&nbsp;local subsidised gym memberships</li> <li>supportive staff networks.</li></ul>If you’re ready to bring your expertise and passion to a role that supports young people at a pivotal stage in their lives, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now and help us build brighter futures for young adults with disabilities.<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/mayorandcouncil/counciljobs/applying/how-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us" target="_blank">Applicant handbook</a>- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.Location&nbsp;The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London,SE6 4RU but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.&nbsp;Special conditions&nbsp;<ul> <li>Qualified Social Workers registered with Social Work England,&nbsp;must&nbsp;have passed AYSE</li> <li>The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check</li> <li>Please Note: we are only accepting applications from qualified social workers who have successfully passed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment.</li></ul>The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.&nbsp;For an informal discussion about this job, please contact<ul> <li>Hazel Ashworth, HoS AWLD, Autism, Transitions, Deprivation of Liberty&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hazel.ashworth@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">hazel.ashworth@lewisham.gov.uk</a>, Direct Line: 0208 314 8226</li> <li>Caprice Corbin Lead Operational Manager Transitions -&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Caprice.Corbin2@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Caprice.Corbin2@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Direct line: 020 8314 9678</li></ul>Please click&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/JD%20Advanced%20Practitioner%20Adult%20Social%20Care" target="_blank">here</a> to view the Job Description and Person SpecificationSalary&nbsp;£56,436.00 - £58,551.00 per annum (SCP 41-43)N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.DiversityLewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply" target="_blank">www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply</a>&nbsp;The Council has a dedicated employment support service,&nbsp;<a href="https://lewisham.gov.uk/lewishamworks" target="_blank">Lewisham Works</a>, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk" target="_blank">JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;and an advisor will be in touch with you.The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.Let’s stay connected, follow us on social media:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjayKyv_-P5AhXpTEEAHQZnCesQFnoECAQQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Flondon-borough-of-lewisham&amp;usg=AOvVaw13wpKtHnV966_uUph3IPHq" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi84tDu_uP5AhUJbcAKHZDFDQsQFnoECAkQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fen-gb.facebook.com%2FLewishamCouncil&amp;usg=AOvVaw1PkBiwCy8tNrQ-3VWV2VDJ" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNneGW_-P5AhUOTMAKHeoeCtQQ6F56BAgHEAE&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FLewishamCouncil%3Fref_src%3Dtwsrc%255Egoogle%257Ctwcamp%255Eserp%257Ctwgr%255Eauthor&amp;usg=AOvVaw2CaYxWV1ZHoRan3v_FAIEE" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjKlP7I_-P5AhWznVwKHSV0AaUQFnoECAcQAQ&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Flewishamcouncil%2F%3Fhl%3Den&amp;usg=AOvVaw36nguD1n5OzUQcM1L0Nvuf" target="_blank">Instagram&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;





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London Borough of Lewisham

Advanced Practitioner

<h4>🌟 Join Our Digital Transformation Journey at Derbyshire County Council 🌟</h4>Are you an organised and forward-thinking professional with a passion for delivering technical projects? Do you thrive on managing complex initiatives and ensuring successful outcomes? If so, we’d love to hear from you.At Derbyshire County Council, we’re on an ambitious journey to transform how we deliver services to our communities. As a Technical Project Manager in our Digital Services team, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of public service delivery—leading projects that deliver innovative, reliable, and secure digital solutions.<h4>💼 About the Role</h4>You’ll manage small to medium-scale technical projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard. Working closely with technical teams and stakeholders, you’ll oversee planning, risk management, and delivery, while ensuring alignment with organisational goals and compliance standards.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on challenge, and wants to make a real impact. You’ll be part of a friendly, forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.Please note, this is a hybrid role and there is an expectation to work from County Council offices in Matlock as required to support collaboration and delivery.<h4>🧠 What You’ll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Leading technical projects from initiation to completion, ensuring successful delivery.</li><li>Managing project plans, budgets, risks, and resources effectively.</li><li>Coordinating with technical specialists to ensure solutions meet business and security requirements.</li><li>Engaging stakeholders across the organisation to maintain clear communication and alignment.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement and promoting best practice in project delivery.</li></ul><h4>🤝 Who You’ll Work With</h4><ul><li>You’ll work with the Technical Project Management team and work closely with the wider Digital Services team.</li><li>You’ll collaborate with developers, infrastructure teams, business analysts, and external suppliers.</li><li>You’ll also liaise with departmental managers and other stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery.</li></ul><h4>🧩 What We’re Looking For</h4><ul><li>Proven experience in managing technical projects, ideally within a digital or public sector environment.</li><li>Strong project management skills, including planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Familiarity with technical concepts and ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.</li><li>A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and a passion for digital transformation.</li><li>Confidence in managing competing priorities and delivering results under pressure.</li></ul><h4>📈 Help Shape the Future</h4>This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to bring your skills to a team that’s passionate about digital transformation and public service, apply now and help us build a better Derbyshire.Provisional Interview Date: 9 February 2026Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank"> Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CST1This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.





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Night Wake OfficerLocation: Edgewood Road, Kings Norton Birmingham, UKAre you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour? Edgewood Road is seeking dedicated and experienced Night Wake Officers to join our supportive and nurturing team.About Edgewood Road: Edgewood Road is a specialist long-stay and short break home providing care for children with a range of learning disabilities and complex needs . Our aim is to create a nurturing environment where children can develop the skills and confidence, they need for day-to-day life. We support children with emotional well-being, health, and social needs, tailoring our care to meet their individual requirements. We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2025 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is an exciting time to join us, and we need the right talent to help us to continue to improve and grow our services.We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals who have experience of working with children. You will receive full support, ongoing training, and development opportunities.The Residential provision is a 24hr service, applicants for these roles will be expected to work shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Monitoring and Supervision</li> <li>Providing Personal Care</li> <li>Supporting Complex Behaviours</li> <li> Communication and Record-Keeping</li> <li> Promoting Independence and Dignity</li> <li> Maintaining a Safe and Clean Environment</li> <li> Perform domestic tasks</li> <li> Team Collaboration</li></ul>Requirements:<ul> <li>Experience working with children with learning disabilities, autism, complex health conditions, and challenging behaviour.</li> <li>Strong organisation and time managements skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills, with experience in using communication aids.</li> <li>A compassionate and patient approach, with a commitment to providing high-quality care.</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, a range of professionals and stakeholders.</li> <li>Relevant qualifications in childcare are desirable.</li></ul>Our Benefits<ul> <li>We pay your DBS application fee and reimburse your update service fee</li> <li>A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.</li> <li>Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme which gives you the chance to drive a brand-new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount as part of a salary sacrifice initiative. With no deposits or credit checks required a range of all-inclusive driving packages</li> <li>Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use! Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health &amp; Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns, to support the needs of the Trust and to ensure a positive work/life balance for our employees</li> <li>You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Discounted gym memberships with Pure Gym and Nuffield Health</li></ul>This position is open to all applicants, however, please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.If you are a passionate and experienced childcare professional looking for a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Edgewood Road family and help us make a difference.To Apply: Please contact the home manager for further details.Edgewood Road - Contact Rachel Woodward on 0121 675 3925<a href="mailto:Rachel.woodward@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Rachel.woodward@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Night Wake Officer - Edgewood Road

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From ECT programmes to leadership pathways, we’re committed to helping you grow. With mentoring, coaching, and high-quality CPD, Havering is a place where careers can take off.
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About Havering Schools
Teachers are at the heart of our success. That’s why Havering invests heavily in professional development and collaboration.
Across the borough, you’ll find a warm mix of community schools, academies, voluntary-aided schools and foundations—each offering brilliant opportunities to learn and grow.
Through the Havering Academy of Leadership, teachers at all stages take part in inspirational training designed to help them become confident, skilled and impactful practitioners.
We’re also proud that 98% of our primary schools are rated Good or Outstanding.
Find out more: <a href="https://haveringacademyofleadership.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://haveringacademyofleadership.co.uk/</a>
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Join Our ECT Pool – One Application, More Opportunities
Each year, our primary schools come together to recruit brilliant new ECTs. By joining our ECT Pool:
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<li>School leaders can view your application and contact you directly about roles</li>
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It’s simple, time-saving, and all about helping you find the school that’s right for you.
What Happens Next?
After youre application is reviewed, we’ll invite you to one of our friendly ECT Pool events on:
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You’ll meet school leaders, learn more about teaching in Havering, and have a short, supportive interview to join the pool.
From there, your details are shared with schools, and Headteachers will get in touch when suitable roles come up. There’s no obligation—it just opens the door to more opportunities.
A Quick Note About Using AI
We know lots of applicants use AI tools to help draft their applications—and that’s absolutely fine. We also value honesty so please make sure your responses sound like you -we want to get to know you, your ideas, and your passion for teaching.
Supporting Statement: Your Three Questions
Please answer these:
1️.Teaching Style &amp; Passion
Tell us about a lesson or learning experience you taught that best reflects your teaching style and what excites you about being in the classroom.
2️. Planning With Purpose
How does your approach to lesson planning reflect your values as a teacher and ensure every child feels supported to succeed?
3️. Growth &amp; Reflection
Describe a challenge you faced during training and explain how it shaped your development and passion as a teacher.
Benefits of Working in Havering
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<li>July start, with July &amp; August paid (Headteacher discretion)</li>
<li>Outer London Allowance</li>
<li>Excellent Early Career Programme</li>
<li>Strong, friendly ECT network across the borough</li>
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Apply Online
Closing date: Friday 23rd January 2026 Pool interviews: 2nd &amp; 6th February 2026 at CEME, Rainham

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About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) Education Support Worker to join our wider Participation and Inclusion Service. The Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Achievement Team are responsible for supporting all Gypsy, Roma and Traveller pupils to thrive in education and achieve to their full potential.In this role, you will provide specialist outreach, access, transition, retention and advocacy support to identified GRT pupils and their respective parents/carers within the wider Participation and Inclusion Team. Under the line management of the Advisory Teacher for GRT, the post holder will support all GRT children and young people to access, remain and thrive in education leading to improved attendance, attainment, well-being, enjoyment, and academic outcomes in a multi-agency context, (with for example, Elective Home Education, Education Welfare Service, Early Years, School Admissions, children’s centres, and family wellbeing services).Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>To provide advice and guidance to parents, pupils and professionals on issues related to access and continuity of education for GRT children, including transition into Early Years provision, Reception, Infant to Junior schools, Year 6 to Year 7, Early College placements and Year 11 into post-16, as well as for those families moving into the area permanently or temporarily.</li><li>To visit authorised and unauthorised sites of GRT communities, promoting the positive uptake of education by their children, supporting school applications and including re-engagement for children from Elective Home Education and working with GRT Families to support the quality of EHE where this is the choice of the family.</li><li>Establish, develop and maintain appropriate links between families, school staff and other professionals to encourage a clear understanding of each other's priorities and ways of working and to move towards a consensual approach to improve educational outcomes.</li><li>Attendance of meetings including in schools and settings to support access and retention in school, deliver advocacy support for parents navigating school admissions processes, deliver advocacy for children with SEND and EHCP processes where relevant and attending meetings and reviews e.g. Case Conferences, school meetings.</li><li>Short-term targeted support for GRT pupils in school who are at risk of placement breakdown</li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office</li><li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about inclusion, equality and improving educational outcomes for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Vocational qualification or experience to level 3 or 4 relevant to the service users or equivalent</li><li>Maths and English GCSE grade 4 to - 9 or Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 on the NQF or equivalent</li><li>Ability to manage own workload without close supervision and good understanding and recognition of professional &amp; personal boundaries</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding protocols and the threshold levels for service users’ groups.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Knowledge and understanding of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller culture, their rights under the Equalities Act and of legislation that specifically enhances access to Education.</li><li>Significant practical experience of public service delivery, giving rise to a variety of technical skills and sound understanding of the services available, work practices and processes relevant to the role</li><li>TA Foundation Degree HLTA</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Rachel Ballin, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Advisory Teacher, at <a href="mailto:rachel.ballin@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.ballin@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07823 362043.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: To be advisedPlease note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Social Worker&nbsp;Learning Disability Transitions/18-24 Team&nbsp; Salary: £41,133 - £49,056 plus £3,000 market supplement Hybrid role – Newham Dockside E16 2QU WE ARE NEWHAM We’re a vibrant, dynamic, culturally rich London Borough with a young population and limitless potential. We are continuously innovating, open to new ideas and an improvement-focussed culture – it is a rewarding place for social work practice to flourish and we are committed to our workforce being representative of the residents that we work with. We have developed an inclusive culture because we believe this is at the heart of enabling diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. We are taking proactive actions to challenge all forms of discrimination and injustice to help make Newham a fairer and more equitable place for our residents, their families and carers to live, learn and thrive.&nbsp; We are building a fairer Newham through investment, co-production and by continuously developing our Well Newham practice model, centred on Strengths Based and Outcomes-Focused working.&nbsp; We understand that Social Work can be challenging but we are committed to supporting our staff to ensure that it is rewarding.&nbsp; In Newham, we value your wellbeing and we aim to ensure that you have a better work /life balance through a hybrid working offer.&nbsp; When you are not visiting residents, their families and carers we have a modern office space for you when you are on site, a flexible working policy where all requests are considered and a strengths based supervision policy to support you to do your best work. About the Job&nbsp; We are recruiting to the newly formed Learning Disability Transitions/18-24 Team.&nbsp; This is an exciting time to join the newly formed team offering high quality and timely transition support to young people and their carers, in accordance with the Care Act and principles of Preparing for Adulthood.&nbsp; At Newham, our approach is to empower residents, drawing on their experiences, hobbies, communities and networks to build care planning that recognises them as an individual. As a qualified Social Worker with two years post qualifying experience, you will hold a case load where you will implement short and long term interventions, utilising a strengths based approach to ensure that independence and wellbeing are promoted in the community. Social Workers will routinely undertake social care assessments, reviews and support planning, mental capacity assessments, Continuing Health Care decision support tools and safeguarding enquiries when necessary. Key Benefits <ul><li>We are in the process of rolling out Magic Notes to all frontline staff, an AI case-recording tool that can save social workers significant time on administrative tasks.</li> <li>You will be part of shaping the new Transitions Team which looks to improve how we take our young people from children’s to adult services.</li> <li>You will be part of an ambitious transformation journey in the wider Learning Disabilities Team, which has had investment to grow.</li> <li>There is a significant programme of work to support professional development, including strengths-based workshops, reflective practice and external training opportunities. Our Social Care Academy provides a range of supportive tools and guidance all in one place.&nbsp;</li> </ul> About You We are looking for candidates who have strong assessment skills with demonstrable experience of&nbsp;delivering high quality interventions for residents, their families and carers. You will have&nbsp;sound understanding of Care Act interventions along with significant knowledge of Strengths Based Practice, Mental Capacity, Court of Protection and Safeguarding Adults, including&nbsp;significant knowledge of risk and the current research and practice in this.&nbsp; You will also have had experience building and developing relationships with partners in the voluntary, community and faith sector, health.&nbsp; Excellent communication skills are critical and you will have demonstrable experience of working within multi-disciplinary settings. Why work with Us&nbsp; We’ve been working hard to make Newham a great place to practise social work. &nbsp;A commitment to addressing disproportionality wherever we find it. <ul><li>We focus on reaching excellence.</li> <li>North East London Teaching Partnership links to enhance theory, practice and academic learning</li> <li>We offer genuinely flexible/hybrid working as long as residents are supported.</li> <li>Social Care Academy to enhance learning and development</li> <li>Stability: 100% of our Senior Managers are permanent staff</li> <li>Oyster card/parking permit for business use.</li> <li>AMHP service offering £3000 increment&nbsp;</li> <li>AMHP/BIA/PE training available&nbsp;</li> <li>Wellbeing service, leisure and discount benefits (Council scheme).</li> <li>Travel season ticket loan, cycle scheme,&nbsp;</li> <li>Local Authority pension.</li> <li>Fleet car – electric vehicle lease scheme</li> </ul> For questions about the job, please contact Angie Ingleton, Service Manager,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:angie.ingleton@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">angie.ingleton@newham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or Aydin Mehmet&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Aydin.Mehmet@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Aydin.Mehmet@newham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Team Manager&nbsp; Please view JD Closing date: 25th January 2026 Interviews: ASAP* &nbsp; *PLEASE APPLY ASAP AS WE MAY SHORTLIST AND INTERVIEW BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

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Ashley High School, Cawfield Avenue, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 7HG
Ashley is an ‘Outstanding’ secondary school for pupils with social communication difficulties and autistic spectrum condition age 11 - 19.&nbsp; The school offers excellent accommodation and specialist teaching areas.&nbsp; We are committed to high standards of achievement, both personal and academic.&nbsp;
We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable&nbsp;Design and Technology Teacher and Coordinator&nbsp;to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to lead and develop Design and Technology across the school, inspiring creativity and practical skills in our students.
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What We’re Looking For
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<li>Qualified teacher with experience in Design and Technology.</li>
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<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students who have additional needs.</li>
<li>Experience of working with children with ASC and/or social communication difficulties</li>
<li>Adaptable and creative, able to take on a variety of roles within a dynamic school setting.</li>
<li>Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.</li>
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Why Join Ashley High School?
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<li>Outstanding Ofsted rating (2025)&nbsp;– a testament to our commitment to excellence.</li>
<li>A caring, supportive, and fun environment where staff wellbeing matters.</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and growth.</li>
<li>The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.</li>
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&nbsp;Required for 1st May&nbsp; 2026 or asap
Interview date: 6 February 2026
Applicants are welcome to visit the school.&nbsp; Please contact the school to make an appointment.&nbsp; Application forms to be completed online.

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Dear Applicant, We are delighted that you are considering joining Larkfield Primary School at this pivotal moment in our journey. We are excited to invite candidates who possess strong leadership qualities and a passion for education to apply for this role. As our current Headteacher is retiring after 16 successful years, we are seeking an exceptional leader who will inspire and motivate our school community. Larkfield Primary School currently has over 250 pupils and 41 staff members and is transitioning from 1.5-form entry to single-form entry. Larkfield prides itself on its friendly, welcoming atmosphere; a recent parent/carer survey noted that the school “feels like a big family.” Our school values are “Enjoy, Learn, Succeed”. We aim to provide a stimulating, aspirational and caring environment that enables our children to leave as well-educated, confident members of the community, well-prepared for the next stage of their education and for life in modern Britain. We are looking for someone who not only embodies our ethos and values but is also committed to upholding the school's high academic and pastoral standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of talented senior leaders, teachers and support staff, fostering an environment that encourages their growth and development while promoting collaboration and innovation. Working closely with the Governing Body and stakeholders, you will have the opportunity to continue the school’s development journey and ensure educational excellence for all its children. Your excellent communication skills, visionary leadership approach, and keen eye for financial sustainability will be vital to ensuring the school’s continued success. If you share our passion for nurturing confident, inquisitive learners and are ready to shape the next chapter of Larkfield’s story, we warmly invite you to apply. Together, we can continue to transform lives and strengthen our community. On behalf of the Governing Body, thank you for your interest. We look forward to learning more about your vision and expertise. To arrange an informal conversation or visit to the school, please contact our recruitment partner at Academicis, Neil Massie on 07818 875514 or email <a href="mailto:nmassie@academicis.co.uk" target="_blank">nmassie@academicis.co.uk</a>
Yours sincerely, Maggie Ramsay Chair of Governors

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Job Description Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO8/9 £59,511 - £67,575 Retention Bonus: £2K, where applicable Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 18/01/2026 Proposed Interview Date(s):&nbsp;TBC Reference: 1923 About Us:&nbsp; Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp; We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp; London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp; The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp; About the role:&nbsp; Team Manager Access to Resource Team&nbsp; The post is for a Team Manager in the Placements Team within Corporate parenting and will be responsible for commissioning placements.&nbsp; This will include working in compliance with statutory social work regulations and standards. The team caters to commissioning of all types of alternative homes for Children and young people 0-25 years. You will have management responsibility of social workers and non-social worker staff within the team. Educational Qualification Diploma/Degree level OR Registered Social Worker Essential Skills The Team managers role requires managing uncertainty, developing mutually trusting and respectful relationships with service users and providers, making fine judgements about risk and daring to work creatively and innovatively.&nbsp;Using their skills in communication and empowerment, the Team manager will deliver a service that protects and safeguards children, young people, their families and carers, supporting them to assess their own needs and capacity, promote their independence, and manage risk and uncertainty. Creative and innovative problem solving of complex issues, often in situations where there is ambiguity. Think and act strategically in decision making in a complex professional and political environment.&nbsp; The role will require flexibility and attention to detail with understanding of commercial reaction to every action we undertake within the Market.&nbsp; Candidate is expected to have some level of understanding on supervisory skills/ experience and demonstrable skills around multitasking. Previous experience in placement/commissioning/brokerage team is desirable. For Informal discussion-please contact the Head Of Service <a href="mailto:swapnil.shrivastava@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">swapnil.shrivastava@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> <a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Team%20Manager%20%281923%29.pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;&nbsp;</a> Terms and conditions:&nbsp; The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp; Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp; Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp; This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;&nbsp; Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp; Continued professional body registration;&nbsp; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp; How to Apply:&nbsp; Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp; We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp; Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp; Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp; To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp; We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp; For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp; Contact Information:&nbsp; If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact <a href="mailto:swapnil.shrivastava@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">swapnil.shrivastava@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;Head of Service .&nbsp; If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp; Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds?
We are seeking a motivated and inspiring KS2/KS3 Teacher to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.
About you:
You will be a qualified (QTS/QTLS) teacher, ideally, with experience of working in a special education setting with children with social, emotional and mental health needs and autism spectrum conditions. Applications from those working in mainstream settings are also very welcome.
You will be adept at tailoring your teaching and lessons to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils. You will be able to set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils as well as promote good progress and outcomes by pupils.
You will possess good subject and curriculum knowledge and will be comfortable to participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests where necessary and appropriate. You will provide levels of care and support appropriate to the general needs of the children and those outlined in their EHCP’s and individualised plans.
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge children and young people</li><li>Foster a positive learning environment that supports children and young people's educational and personal growth.</li><li>Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and support.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to ensure student success.</li><li>Participate in school activities, extracurricular programs, and professional development opportunities.</li></ul>
What we’re looking for:
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<li>Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a teaching degree or equivalent.</li><li>A qualification in SEND education is desirable.</li><li>Experience of working with children with SEND and ASC is ideal but applications from those working in mainstream primary or secondary settings are welcomed.</li><li>Experience teaching KS2 and KS3 curriculum.</li><li>Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate children and young people.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>A commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching methods.</li></ul>
Why work for us?
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We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.
When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
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We offer:
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<li>a competitive salary and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers</li><li>a comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running</li><li>continued professional development and training</li><li>a friendly, passionate team committed to getting the best outcomes for our young people</li><li>bonuses for refer a friend and successful OFSTED inspections </li><li>life assurance</li><li>cycle to work scheme, employee perks and discounts platform</li><li>birthday treats, long service and employee of the month awards</li><li>employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice, free flu jab</li></ul>
About us:
Wings School Notts, part of Kedleston Group, is an independent specialist day school near Newark in Nottinghamshire, for children and young people aged between the ages of 9 and 17. We provide a safe learning environment for children and young people with a wide range of varying needs including social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), autism (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attachment difficulties (AD).
We look for people to join our staff team who have the creativity and enthusiasm needed to deliver the best outcomes for the children and young people.
Kedleston Group Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You will be expected to engage in annual safeguarding training, be familiar with key policies and ensure you know the steps to take should you be made aware of a safeguarding or child protection concern. You will remain vigilant and act swiftly if you have concerns about a child and be an appropriate role model for both children and colleagues at all times.
The successful candidate is required to provide references and will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We will ask you to complete a criminal self-declaration form, and we will conduct online searches for information that is publicly available. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you! Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.
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<h3>This 12-month fixed-term vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Slough Borough Council</h3>
<h3>What you’ll be doing:</h3>
You will shape the future of neighbourhood-based health and care, embedding innovative approaches across Slough and East Berkshire, influencing national policy, and delivering measurable improvements in health equity. This is your opportunity to act as the strategic bridge between NHS England, ICSs, and Local Government—turning local insights into national impact.
<h3>Our Council:</h3>
Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment, and we would love you to join us in our mission! All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute greatly to delivering services to local people - either directly, or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous, and healthy lives.
<h3>What we offer:</h3>
We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.
We understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we're committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work-life balance and accommodate different working patterns. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and foster a workforce that values people and represents the local communities we serve.&nbsp;
Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months' service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your director.
Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:
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<li>The Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Ability to engage with wellbeing initiatives and the opportunity to be a member of our various employee networks, which are key to ensuring we celebrate and promote equality.</li>
<li>Tax-free childcare and childcare services</li>
<li>Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to and&nbsp;from work.</li>
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<h3>Accessibility and Support:&nbsp;</h3>
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. We are keen to support you to feel comfortable throughout the application and interview process. Therefore, if you&nbsp;require&nbsp;any support throughout the application process or reasonable adjustments for the interview (e.g., questions being printed on the day or consideration of layout or lighting for the interview room), please contact&nbsp;our Recruitment Team, who will be able to assist:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@slough.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@slough.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;
This information will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Slough Borough Council is proud to have formally signed the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to ensuring that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and their families are treated fairly and supported throughout our recruitment processes and employment. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces community and recognise the skills, experience and dedication they bring to our organisation.
<h3>Right to Work and Checks:</h3>
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Recruitment@slough.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@slough.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;before submitting an application.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
<h3>How we recruit at Slough Borough Council&nbsp;</h3>
Our 8 Core Skills&nbsp;⭐
At Slough Borough Council, we're moving&nbsp;Forward Together. We believe in our people, our purpose, and our progress. We've created a unified set of core skills to help you understand what we value — and what you can expect from a career with us.

Bracknell Forest Council

Neighbourhood Health Strategic Coach - Slough Borough Council

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring person to help supervise our well behaved pupils during lunchtimes.We are looking for:<ul><li>Someone who is flexible and works well in a team</li><li>Someone who can lead games on the playground with children of all ages</li><li>Someone who is First Aid trained or is committed to being trained</li><li>Someone who cares about the health and well-being of all children</li></ul>The successful applicant will join a team of hardworking staff who look after the children whilst they are eating lunch in the dining hall and on the playground, encouraging interactive play.Hours are 12:05pm until 1:20pm, term time only, potentially five days a week, to be called when needed to cover absence.Please look at our website <a href="http://www.leysjuniorschool.org.uk" target="_blank">www.leysjuniorschool.org.uk</a> to learn more about our school.If you work well as a team and have a good work ethic, then this job is for you.Visits to the school are warmly welcomed with a prior appointment. Please ring the office on 01773 832895 to book.We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring person to help supervise our well behaved pupils during lunchtimes.We are looking for:<ul><li>Someone who is flexible and works well in a team</li><li>Someone who can lead games on the playground with children of all ages</li><li>Someone who is First Aid trained or is committed to being trained</li><li>Someone who cares about the health and well-being of all children</li></ul>The successful applicant will join a team of hardworking staff who look after the children whilst they are eating lunch in the dining hall and on the playground, encouraging interactive play.Hours are 12:05pm until 1:20pm, term time only, potentially five days a week, to be called when needed to cover absence.Please look at our website <a href="http://www.leysjuniorschool.org.uk" target="_blank">www.leysjuniorschool.org.uk</a> to learn more about our school.If you work well as a team and have a good work ethic, then this job is for you.Visits to the school are warmly welcomed with a prior appointment. Please ring the office on 01773 832895 to book.Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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We have a fantastic brand-new opportunity available for an Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated Adult Social Care team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
Whether you’re starting your career and seeking a Preceptorship, or you’re an experienced Occupational Therapist, we want to hear from you.
As an Occupational Therapist you will work within the rules, guidance, and policies to support people in the best way possible. This includes getting to know individuals and their carers, assessing their needs, planning and reviewing care and support, and helping them stay independent, safe, and well. You’ll also work with other professionals and agencies as needed to make sure people get the right support.
Preceptorship Programme – Are you a newly or soon-to-be qualified Occupational Therapist? Join our Preceptorship Programme to get structured support as you start your professional journey. See the attached PDF for details.
This is an exciting time to join our award-winning Local Authority, with our service recently ranked one of the highest in the country following a CQC inspection. Wokingham Borough Council has joined the Social Care Future (SCF) movement, a growing community working to transform adult social care. SCF’s vision is to help everyone, regardless of age, health, or disability, live in a home and community they love, surrounded by the people and activities that matter most to them.
You’ll become part of a supportive and collaborative team where you can build confidence, strengthen your clinical skills, and gain experience across a wide range of practice settings, equipping you to truly thrive in your role. Our hybrid working model gives you the flexibility you need, combining home working with meetings and in-person visits.
At Wokingham Borough Council, we’re committed to your growth. We offer tailored learning and development pathways for Occupational Therapists, helping you build your expertise and specialise in the areas that inspire you.
To hear from our team click the link: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzqF_i-fN1Y" target="_blank">Careers in Adult Social Care: Yogita Mistry and Ione Sellens</a>
This is a role where you can make a real impact!
Staff benefits: 
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐Generous Annual Leave entitlement (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
⭐Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;
⭐GP Helpline&nbsp;7 days a week
⭐Employee Assistance Programme&nbsp;with a 24/7&nbsp;Your Care&nbsp;confidential helpline
⭐Free Eye Tests&nbsp;and&nbsp;Flu Vaccines
⭐Free Onsite Gym&nbsp;(located at Shute End, Wokingham)
⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes&nbsp;– including&nbsp;Car&nbsp;and&nbsp;Cycle to Work
⭐Local &amp; Lifestyle Discounts&nbsp;– savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more
⭐Move through Menopause Course
⭐Sports &amp; Social Group Activities&nbsp;– running, football, cricket, and more
⭐Learning &amp; Development Opportunities
⭐Employee Networks
⭐And more!
Key responsibilities: 
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<li>Use a strengths-based, person-centred approach, building respectful relationships and ensuring dignity, cultural needs, communication needs, and personal choices are always recognised.</li>
<li>Carry out specialist assessments of daily activities, including eating, communication, posture, seating, home environment, equipment, transport, and community access.</li>
<li>Use strong knowledge of adaptations and accessible environments, including building regulations, housing adaptations, and relevant legislation like the Disabled Facilities Grant.</li>
<li>Complete manual handling risk assessments and provide safe equipment and interventions in line with Health and Safety requirements and best practice guidelines.</li>
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Candidate requirements: 
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Our area:
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents.
If you're enthusiastic, caring, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you, click the link below and apply today!
To request further information or to have an informal discussion about this role, please email <a href="mailto:omarah.thomas@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">omarah.thomas@wokingham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Closing Date: 18th January 2026, 11pm
Interview Date: TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.&nbsp;All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer

Wokingham Borough Council

Occupational Therapist – Preceptorship to experienced Occupational Therapist

Job DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestJob Title: Social Worker (Assessment)Salary: PO1 – PO4 £41,133 &nbsp;- £52,194Retention Bonus:&nbsp;Up to £3000 (terms &amp; conditions apply)&nbsp;Contract Type: PermanentNumber of Posts: 5Working hours per week:&nbsp;Full TimeProposed Interview Dates: TBCReference: 1966About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a welcoming and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have tight-knit and diverse communities. Our work is always resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded: we’re a borough focused on meeting and exceeding the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace wellbeing, skills, progression and diversity.&nbsp;Have you had a look at our full range of benefits we have to offer if you were to join us?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/staff-benefits" target="_blank">HERE</a>The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;About the Social Worker (Assessment) role:&nbsp;We're seeking dedicated, qualified and experienced Social Workers to join our Assessment teams.&nbsp;We are a supportive, focused, and inspirational service. Our shared purpose is to nurture independence and freedom of choice in our children, young people, and families, helping them to achieve the best possible outcomes. All our staff work together to build and maintain a centre of excellence and best practice. In return for your hard work, we will give you the time and active support you need to make a difference.&nbsp;Promoting creativity is at the heart of our agenda to develop social work; you will be encouraged to share ideas, bring about positive change, and strive to continuously improve outcomes for our vulnerable children and young people.<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20CSC%20Social%20Worker.pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Conduct assessments of children and young people’s circumstances and issues to determine intervention / referral to the appropriate service.</li> <li>Plan and implement interventions and actions for allocated cases. Monitor and review cases. Assess in more complex cases, with guidance.</li> <li>Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and partner agencies supporting children and young people.</li> <li>Liaise internally and externally and work with colleagues from other agencies to ensure children, young people and carers are supported.</li> <li>Carry out all duties with an awareness and understanding of the safeguarding requirements within area of responsibility.</li> <li>Provide advice and support to children and young people to assist in completing financial assessments.</li> <li>Proactively develop professional knowledge, skills and behaviours.</li> <li>Act in accordance with all policies and procedures which apply to the job and understand the reasons for this.</li></ul>Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;<ul> <li>Proven social work experience/placement in children and families setting/minimum of one year’s post-qualifying experience.</li> <li>Demonstrable knowledge and experience of issues relating to children in need, child protection and looked-after children, including relevant legislation, guidance and procedures.</li> <li>Experience of service delivery which is culturally sensitive and responsive to the needs of a multi-cultural community.</li> <li>Able to prioritise and effectively work under pressure.</li> <li>Managing a quality service by ensuring key performance indicators relating to service areas are met.</li> <li>Ability to work well within a team and maintain clear and regular reporting lines to line manager and senior team members.</li> <li>Display agile behaviours and understand change at any given moment and respond to it effectively.</li> <li>Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, and to follow through on required actions.</li> <li>Commitment to the participation of children, young people and their families both at an individual and service level.</li> <li>In rare emergency situations, the ability to work flexible or unsocial hours at short notice.</li></ul>Desirable<ul> <li>Have an understanding of the Children Acts 1989 and 2004 and other relevant legislation, procedures and guidance relating to children and families.</li> <li>Awareness of current issues in childcare policy and practice.</li> <li>Commitment to the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and acceptance of responsibility for its practical application.</li> <li>To understand and comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.</li></ul>How to Apply:&nbsp;This role requires CV submission only. Please submit your up-to-date CV by the application deadline. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process.Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp;<ul> <li><a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2023-03/Pay%20Policy%20statement%202023-24.pdf" target="_blank">Retention Bonus</a></li> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks&nbsp;</li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest&nbsp;</li> <li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults</li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp;Enhanced</li> <li>Continued professional body registration</li> <li>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp;</li></ul>Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the Council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The Council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first.We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Rongful Begum, our Head of Service – Assessment (Children Services&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rongful.begum@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">rongful.begum@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.<ul></ul>

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title: Anti-Racism LeadA bit about us:An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead Liverpool City Council’s work on anti-racism as we enter the next phase of our journey and our focus turns toward delivering real and lasting impacts that our residents, communities, and workforce will experience and feel.Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We have big ambitions and we need dynamic, driven individuals who share our vision and are ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;Public service has never been more important, and this role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference by transforming the way we work and putting residents at the heart of everything we do.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, affordable housing, stunning waterfront and our beautiful green spaces.&nbsp;We are also proud that Liverpool has a reputation for being a welcoming city that celebrates its diverse communities.&nbsp;We want Liverpool to be a city where inclusion and equality are not just aspirations, they are a lived reality where the city’s distinct identities and our many communities are celebrated and respected.&nbsp;We know that racism is continuing to have a profound impact on our city, communities and workforce and, as a Council, we are committed to tackling inequalities head-on and actively challenging racism wherever it exists.&nbsp;This is an incredible time to join Liverpool City Council.&nbsp;We have committed to becoming an actively anti-racist organisation and have recently launched our <a href="https://liverpool.gov.uk/council/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/our-commitment-to-anti-racism/#:~:text=Liverpool%20City%20Council%27s%20Anti-Racism%20Strategy%20and%20Action%20Plan%202025&amp;text=This%20strategy%20and%20action%20plan,sentiment%2C%20Islamophobia%2C%20and%20Sinophobia." target="_blank">anti-racism strategy and action plan</a>.&nbsp;In our city leadership role, we are also promoting an anti-racist approach as widely as possible across all aspects of life in the city – this includes working with our partners on city-wide and city-region-wide anti-racism strategies and our ‘This is Liverpool’ campaign to tackle racism and misinformation.&nbsp;Our anti-racism priorities are to:<ul><li>Display anti-racist leadership by taking a zero-tolerance approach to racism</li><li>Take active steps so that our leadership more reflects Liverpool’s racial diversity, demonstrates accountability, and delivers visible, measurable action</li><li>Foster belonging and honour Liverpool’s history</li><li>Counter misinformation and challenge racial misinformation in real time</li><li>Ensure our organisation is racially literate and promote racial-literacy across the city</li><li>Ensure our recruitment and progression processes are fair and transparent</li><li>Improve opportunities for racially diverse businesses and community organisations</li><li>Provide services that are safe, inclusive and culturally competent</li></ul>The Role:&nbsp;We are looking for someone with the energy, passion and commitment to drive forward the Council’s anti-racism ambitions as we progress onto the next stage of our journey towards being an actively anti-racist organisation and creating a fairer, safer and more inclusive future for everyone.Our anti-racism commitments have been widely communicated across the organisation and with partners and are strongly supported by our elected members and officers.&nbsp;Our Cabinet approved the Council’s anti-racism strategy and action plan in November 2025 and our work with our communities, partners and workforce is well underway.&nbsp;The post holder will be the strategic lead for the Council’s approach to anti-racism and will manage the successful implementation of the Council’s strategic commitments and action plan.&nbsp;This is a key role within our Corporate Equality Team and will involve collaborating at all levels across the Council and with our partners and communities.As the Council’s Anti-Racism Lead, you will:<ul><li>Lead an inclusive process to manage, implement, and report progress against the Council’s anti-racism strategy and action plan, ensuring every part of the organisation is engaged and accountable</li><li>Support senior leaders in delivering the Council’s anti-racism commitments, providing expert advice and guidance to help them lead and inspire change</li><li>Develop and maintain strong, trusted relationships with community and representative groups, including facilitating the anti-racism community oversight group</li><li>Work collaboratively across the Council and beyond, with elected members, officers at all levels, staff networks, the Liverpool Strategic Partnership, Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, Race Equality Hub, and local MPs, to ensure successful delivery and clear communication of our anti-racism ambitions</li><li>Review Council policies and strategies through an anti-racism lens, advising on improvements to better reflect our commitments</li><li>Deliver and support specific components of the Council’s anti-racism action plan, working with directorates and service areas and leading on individual actions as required</li><li>Design and implement a robust reporting and monitoring framework, including integration with the Council’s business planning process</li><li>Provide advice and support with equality impact assessments, staff networks, training and development, cultural events, collective engagement and other areas in relation to race equity, anti-racism and equality and inclusion as required</li><li>Develop and maintain a communications plan in relation to this work, working closely with the communications team and other key officers at the Council</li><li>Seek out opportunities to support intersectionality and enhance the position of other protected characteristic groups</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight on Monday 19 January 2026 Shortlisting date: W/C 19 January 2026 Interview date: Thursday 5 February 2026&nbsp; Interview type: face-to-face, competency-based interview (further details will be provided once invited to interview)We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Lucy Horne, Head of Corporate Equality and Improvement, via <a href="mailto:lucy.horne@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">lucy.horne@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.&nbsp;&nbsp;Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

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We are St Helens Borough CouncilLocated in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.Licensing Services is a very busy team. If you like being busy and are interested in working in a complex legal environment then this could be the role for you.Roles That MatterAs a Senior Delivery Officer working in Licensing Services you will be one of two postholders within the team who work with our Licensing Assistants, Apprentices and Agency staff. The service deals with thousands of licensing and local search enquiries every year and issues licences for pubs, clubs, taxis, scrap metal dealers, wedding venues and gambling establishments. You will be responsible for co-ordinating and allocating work, work monitoring, and ensuring that all the responsibilities of the service are completed to statutory deadlines. We ideally need someone who is experienced in supervising a team and if you have worked in licensing previously then this would be useful, however full training will be provided.You will work a hybrid agile model with 2 days based in the office, however the post will be full time office based until completion of training.This post has been allocated as a training and development opportunity so if you do not have the required experience, this is not a barrier to your application. The successful post holder will receive access to specialist licensing training, on the job coaching, NVQ in Leadership along with, in the longer term if suitable, the opportunity to join development programmes within the Council. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, this could be for you.Interested to Find Out More? Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality &amp; Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here <a href="https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality" target="_blank">https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</a> St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.

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Job Title:&nbsp;Deputy Service Manager
Location:&nbsp;Bermondsey, near Surrey Quays station. This location has step free and lift access.&nbsp;
Salary:&nbsp;£33,200
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday working between 08:00 - 16:00, 09:00 - 17:00 and 14:00 - 22:00. You may be required to work flexibly around these hours due to service and resident requirements, including evening work and taking part in the out of hours on call rota for managers.&nbsp;
<h4>About the Role</h4>
We're seeking a Deputy Service Manager to join our new service which is opening based in Bermondsey, an Independent Approved Premises (IAP) commissioned by Criminal Justice Services (CJS). The service works with residents who have recently been released from prison and helps them to reintegrate into the community, and restart their journey to independence. The team will identify resident needs alongside any licensing restrictions, and will create tailored, person centred support plans including housing support, activities, and personal journey outcomes to help them to reintegrate. The team work in a multi disciplinary approach, working alongside probation services, job centres, mental health teams, and other community partners, with a focus on risk management and public protection.&nbsp;
As a Deputy Service Manager, you will lead the team by providing line management and leadership support to enable and empower the team to deliver high quality support to our residents. You will support the Service Manager in driving service outcomes in line with our contractual requirements, ensuring quality, consistency, within a trauma informed setting.&nbsp;
Key Responsibilities Include:
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<li>Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle.</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service.</li>
<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed.</li>
<li>Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting.</li>
<li>Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery.</li>
</ul>
<h4>About You</h4>
We're seeking someone with a genuine passion for making a difference and helping to create safer communities for everyone. You will be a keen leader, with the ability to motivate and empower a team to drive excellence as individuals and as a team. You will be knowledgeable of the Criminal Justice System and able to provide advice and guidance to the team to deliver outcomes within a residential setting. We're looking for someone who can build rapport, trust, and a psychologically informed environment for residents, staff, and relevant stakeholders.
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<li>Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff.</li>
<li>Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's</li>
<li>Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service.</li>
<li>Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries</li>
<li>Ability to promote the service externally to enhance reputation in the area and with partner organisations</li>
<li>Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands and needs of the service. For example, Provide an emergency on call service as and when required in case of emergency</li>
<li>IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, Microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
We are interviewing on an ongoing basis so this job role may close early. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. &nbsp;As a note, Interviews are scheduled for second week of January 2026.
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
<h4>What we Offer</h4>
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<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
</ul>
<h4>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</h4>
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
<h4>Additional Information</h4>
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Deputy Service Manager

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Job Title:&nbsp;Service Manager&nbsp;
Location:&nbsp;Bermondsey, near Surrey Quays station. This location has step free and lift access. Work from home can be flexible upon prior agreement with Head of Service (Line Manager)
Salary:&nbsp;£41,600
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00. Onsite face to face service, with flexibility around these hours required as per resident and service requirements. All managers, including this position will take part in the out of hours on call duty.
<h4>About the Role</h4>
We're seeking a Service Manager to lead our new service which is opening based in Bermondsey, an Independent Approved Premises (IAP) commissioned by Criminal Justice Services (CJS). The service works with residents who have recently been released from prison and helps them to reintegrate into the community, and restart their journey to independence. The team will identify resident needs alongside any licensing restrictions, and will create tailored, person centred support plans including housing support, activities, and personal journey outcomes to help them to reintegrate. The team work in a multi disciplinary approach, working alongside probation services, job centres, mental health teams, and other community partners, with a focus on risk management and public protection.&nbsp;
As a Service Manager, you will lead the team by providing line management and leadership support to enable and empower the team to deliver high quality support to our residents. You will drive service outcomes in line with our contractual requirements, ensuring quality, consistency, within a trauma informed setting. You will ensure all aspects of the service run smoothly and in collaboration with our internal teams and external partners. We're looking for someone who is solution focused, and has a real passion to create a safe space where individuals can thrive to meet personal outcomes.&nbsp;
Some Key Responsibilities include:
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<li>Line management and leadership, offering guidance and support throughout the employee lifecycle.</li>
<li>Support the Service Manager in leading the day to day operational delivery of the service.</li>
<li>Risk Management ownership, ensuring processes and policies are followed.</li>
<li>Property and housing management, ensuring accommodation standards, timely maintenance and reporting.</li>
<li>Striving to ensure excellence and quality in our service delivery.</li>
<li>Financial Management of service budget with cost saving mechanisms.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h4>About You</h4>
We're seeking someone with a genuine passion for making a difference and helping to create safer communities for everyone. You will be a proactive leader, with the ability to motivate and empower a team to drive excellence as individuals and as a team, as well as provide proactive solutions to challenges. You will be knowledgeable of the Criminal Justice System and able to provide advice and guidance to the team to deliver outcomes within a residential setting. We're looking for someone who can build rapport, trust, and a psychologically informed environment for residents, staff, and relevant stakeholders.
<ul>
<li>Ability to provide high quality support and line management to staff.</li>
<li>Ability to motivate and empower a team to achieve KPI's</li>
<li>Ability to support the Service Manager and help manage staff with daily tasks, caseloads and overall day to day running of the service.</li>
<li>Ability to provide advice, guidance, and support to the team on all aspects of service delivery including resident related queries</li>
<li>Ability to promote the service externally to enhance reputation in the area and with partner organisations</li>
<li>Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands and needs of the service. For example, Provide an emergency on call service as and when required in case of emergency</li>
<li>IT proficiency - we use various systems so look for someone who can learn and navigate new systems including case management, Microsoft, ATS, HR systems, and other types of organisational software</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
We are interviewing on an ongoing basis so this job role may close early. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. &nbsp;As a note, Interviews are scheduled for second week of January 2026.
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
<h4>What we Offer</h4>
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
</ul>
<h4>About Social Interest Group (SIG)</h4>
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp;
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
<h4>Additional Information</h4>
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Service Manager

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Join a thriving school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted – Inspire Excellence in our students!New Mills School is a small 11-16 secondary school in the High Peak, close to the stunning Peak District National Park, yet within easy reach of Stockport and Manchester.Following a very positive Ofsted report rating us ‘Good’ in all areas, we are looking for an exceptional exams and marketing manager to join our team. Ofsted praised our ambitious leadership, high-quality teaching, and strong student attitudes to learning, and we are now seeking an inspirational cover supervisor to support our successful Faculties.You will find New Mills School a warm, welcoming place, where we are proud of our inclusive ethos, high expectations, and strong sense of community. Our values—Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Team Spirit—underpin everything we do. We believe in the power of education to transform lives and are looking for a cover supervisor who shares this passion.This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced Exams and Marketing Managerto join our committed administrative team. The successful candidate will ensure the integrity of all examination processes in school and full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations, as well as, leading all marketing and communications across the school. This role will require you to work in a student facing environment when supporting the administration of exams.The role involves:<ul><li>To provide a smooth, efficient and secure administration of all external and internal examinations within the school.</li><li>Ensure the integrity of all examination processes, manages exam entries and results, oversees invigilator recruitment, and ensures full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations.</li><li>To work closely with the Data Manager and provide administrative support to the school.</li><li>To lead all marketing and communications across the school.</li><li>Ensure appropriate arrangements for students with approved access arrangements, liaising closely with the SENCo and relevant staff.</li><li>Manage invigilator rotas, attendance, and payroll records.</li></ul>We are looking for an individual who is able to prioritise workload and resolve issues that arise independently. The successful candidate will be confident, have a good general education and be able to build relationships quickly. If you share our values, have a passion for supporting young people, and want to be part of a forward-thinking and ambitious school, we would love to hear from you. Application packs may be obtained from, and should be returned to Pete Eckersley, Office Manager, New Mills School, Church Lane, New Mills High Peak, SK22 4NR, or via email to <a href="mailto:jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk" target="_blank">jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk</a> or from the school website <a href="http://www.newmillsschool.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.newmillsschool.co.uk</a>.If you would like to discuss the post further, or arrange a visit to the school, please contact <a href="mailto:jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk" target="_blank">jobs@newmillsschool.co.uk</a> and this can be arranged.New Mills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. New Mills School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references and a Disclosure and Barring check. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service.We are currently recruiting for an experienced Catering professional to help lead our kitchen team at New Mills School.As Cook you will be responsible for the day to day management of the kitchen including preparation, cooking, assisting with weighing up, stocktaking, checking deliveries and cash reconciliation. The post holder will also be required to deputise for the Unit Supervisor when they are absent which may involve some clerical work.Our customers health and safety is our priority and all staff are required to follow food hygiene and health &amp; safety regulations. We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.Qualifications &amp; ExperienceAs a Cook you would ideally hold NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or have relevant experience with a sound knowledge of Health &amp; Safety and possess the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2.To apply you should have experience of working in a large production kitchen together with a sound knowledge of health and safety requirements and possess a basic food hygiene certificate.Provisional Interview Date: 27th January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.





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Catering Supervisor to manage all aspects of this busy Secondary School kitchen. Are you ready for a challenge?The successful applicant will be responsible for a large, busy, cashless catering operation to include ordering and stock taking. The work is very demanding and requires a person who is a team builder and customer focused. Must be comfortable with all aspects of delivering a quality catering service in partnership with the school.To apply you will be ideally qualified to 706/1 and 706/2 or NVQ level III or have relevant experience, together with a sound knowledge of Health and Safety requirements and possess a basic food hygiene certificate.Please note that it is a condition of employment that all Catering Staff attend basic food hygiene and Health and Safety training. This training is funded by the Authority.Starting salary within the grade is negotiable depending on your current salary, experience or qualifications.Provisional Interview Date: January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.





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Catering Supervisor (Aldercar High School)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service. Are you passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team?We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to work as a valued member of our dedicated kitchen team. You will be supporting the kitchen supervisor in all areas of the service.You will be working in a busy production kitchen assisting with the preparation, cooking and service of the break and lunch time meals to a large number of pupils. Possible tasks include food preparation, cooking, portion control, allergen compliance and preparing the dining room for service.Our Catering Assistants are our point of contact with our hungry customers. You will be required to maintain all hygiene standards in the unit and have a good customer service approach. We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate will be required upon appointment.Provisional Interview Date: January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.





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Catering Assistant (Anthony Gell School) (2 Posts)

Edgewood Road is looking for an inspiring and compassionate Deputy Home Manager with strong leadership and childcare experience. This is a unique opportunity to join a specialist long-stay home/Short break where children with learning/ physical disabilities thrive in a nurturing, person-centred environment.About Edgewood Road Located in Kings Norton, Edgewood Road provides tailored residential support to children with a range of complex needs. Our caring and inclusive environment promotes emotional wellbeing, confidence, and independence in every child we care for. With our service evolving and expanding, there’s never been a better time to grow your career with us.We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2025 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.Key ResponsibilitiesAs Deputy Home Manager, you’ll support the Home Manager in leading the team, always ensuring the highest standards of care and safety:<ul> <li>Oversee day-to-day operations of the home, including staffing, rota management, and budgets</li> <li>Supervise and support staff, delivering training and promoting professional development</li> <li>Implement care plans that reflect each child’s specific needs, wishes, and feelings</li> <li>Foster strong relationships with children, staff, parents, schools, health services, and external agencies</li> <li>Champion inclusive practices that affirm each child’s identity</li> <li>Monitor and report safeguarding, health and safety compliance, and quality standards</li> <li>Promote independence and daily living skills among young residents</li> <li>Facilitate children’s meetings to encourage involvement in shaping their care</li> <li>Ensure accurate record-keeping and contribute to planning, reviews, and assessments</li> <li>Ensure Ofsted, regulatory and quality standards compliance</li></ul>Who We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking someone with warmth, resilience, and leadership capability who can bring empathy and structure to our care environment:<ul> <li>QCF Level 3 in Children and Families (required)</li> <li>QCF Level 5 (or working towards) in leadership/residential care (required)</li> <li>Experience managing staff and working in residential childcare (essential)</li> <li>Proven ability to handle complex behaviours and emotionally challenging situations</li> <li>Skilled in communication (including use of visual and adaptive aids)</li> <li>Knowledge of care legislation and quality standards</li> <li>Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices</li> <li>Ability to work collaboratively with a wide network of professionals</li> <li>Available for shift work, weekends, public holidays.</li></ul> What You’ll Get<ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>30 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 33 after 5 years, 35 after 10)</li> <li>Generous Pension Scheme</li> <li>Dedicated Practice Hub supporting continued training and career progression</li> <li>Be part of Birmingham Children’s Trust—One Team with a shared vision to make Birmingham the greatest city to grow up in</li></ul>If you’re a passionate, experienced childcare professional ready to help shape young lives while driving high standards of care, we’d love to hear from you.For further details or to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact Rachel Woodward at 0121 675 3924 or email <a href="mailto:Rachel.woodward@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Rachel.woodward@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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