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31.25 hours per week (normally 8.30am to 3.15pm) - Term time only

We currently have a vacancy for a Teaching Assistant, to join our committed and highly professional team. We are looking to appoint a caring team player, with a flexible attitude who can respond to the needs of our children. Training will be given, and you will be supported by our dedicated team.
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We have two classes per year group from Reception to Year 6, as well as a Nursery (term time). Our school community is wonderfully and richly diverse with families from all over the world, of all faiths and none.

English Martyrs promotes high achievement and strives to develop each child’s full potential.

The ideal candidate will:
•Be able to work as a team, to ensure safe and effective provision at all times
•Be patient, calm and have a positive approach at all times when interacting with the children&nbsp;
•Be enthusiastic, flexible and imaginative
•Have previous experience of working with young children
•Hard working, self-reflective and passionate about creating opportunities for children to flourish
•Have a good standard of spoken and written English and Maths&nbsp;

Our offer:
•Local Government Pension Scheme (Berkshire Pensions)
•5, 10 and 20 year service awards
•Employee Assistance Programme
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We are very proud of our welcoming and inclusive school, and we would love to show you around. Please email or call for an appointment to visit. 

For further information, please visit our website where you can download the application form: <a href="https://www.englishmartyrs.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">https://www.englishmartyrs.reading.sch.uk</a> alternatively, please email: <a href="mailto:sbm@englishmartyrs.reading.sch.uk" target="_blank">sbm@englishmartyrs.reading.sch.uk</a>
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Applications will be considered upon receipt and interviews arranged accordingly.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and we may conduct a online search for successful candidates. CVs will not be accepted; please request an application pack via the above email or download one from our website. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Reading Borough Council

Teaching Assistant - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

About the BoroughThis special place in South West London between the capital and the country has been a Royal borough longer than anywhere else - it is where the first kings of England were crowned.Today it is a vibrant and diverse borough, with a long history and strong cultural and community heritage. Kingston's riverside location, fantastic retail offer, historic market place and church, parks and gardens all make Kingston town centre the vibrant space it is, and each of our district town centres (Surbiton, New Malden, Tolworth and Chessington) have something unique to offer.Situated in Zone 6, Kingston is among the best-connected town centres in London – with direct train links from Kingston and Surbiton stations to Clapham Junction and London Waterloo, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and Tramlink.Kingston’s people are innovative and entrepreneurial, and have a strong sense of community pride. The borough has been home to great industry and creativity for many years, reflected in assets such as the Rose Theatre, the International Youth Arts Festival and Kingston University, which boasts more new graduate business start-ups than any other.We have seen tremendous generosity and compassion within our communities, particularly in response to COVID-19, which is a demonstration of Kingston’s key strength. The council offers a strong level of support to vulnerable groups and those who need additional support, which has also increased significantly as a result of the pandemic. Like most places, the average age of our population is rising as more people are living longer, so we are working closely with residents to help them maintain their independence and further improve the cost effectiveness of our service to meet the ongoing rise in demand.Kingston is home to people from diverse and interesting cultures and backgrounds, which helps to create the rich sense of community shared across the borough. In particular, Kingston has a large Sri Lankan Tamil community and is home to more people from Korea than any other part of the UK.About the Service and TeamThe Community Learning Disability Team is a very friendly, motivated and dedicated team of Social Care Staff.&nbsp; Our team undertakes care management and safeguarding responsibilities in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and other relevant adult social care legislation and guidance.We work closely with a multi-disciplinary health team including Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Community Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Counsellors and Behaviour Analysts to support adults with Learning Disabilities and associated complex needs.The team also provides a transition service by working closely with Children Social Care and Special Education Needs in line the Children and Families Act 2014 to support young people who would be eligible for adult social care to have a smooth transfer to adult service.We support adults and their carers’ in a person-centred way to assess their needs and create effective outcome-focused support plans.Benefits include:<ul><li>Regular supervision and appraisal</li><li>The opportunity to develop knowledge and skills through further training</li><li>A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>A friendly and supportive environment</li><li>Excellent public transport link</li></ul>About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateAbout the RoleAn opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join as a Senior Social Work Practitioner to assist the senior members to supervise social care staff to effectively manage their casework, oversee the team's duty system, undertake and oversee safeguarding enquiries as well as manage a small complex caseload. Our Ideal Candidate:You would be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and have relevant post qualifying experience. You must have excellent communication skills, sound knowledge of relevant legislation and the ability to form and maintain effective working relationships with people.You must also have experience of undertaking adult safeguarding enquiries and demonstrate experience of managing and overseeing high volumes of work. Experience of supervising social care staff would be an advantage.&nbsp;The main responsibilities of the post will be: <ul><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To carry a caseload of complex cases, including those where there are high levels of risk.</li><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To undertake Safeguarding enquiries and oversee management of enquiries by staff</li><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To provide both formal and informal supervision to other members of the team.</li><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To assist in the day to day running of the team, and deputise in the absence of the Team Manager and Deputy.</li><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To be part of the Lead Practitioner group and contribute to service development</li><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To manage allocations</li><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To supervise staff</li><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To be creative/confident in support planning to effectively create care packages and support others to do so</li><li> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To share management of the team’s duty system.</li></ul>Our Offer to YouAs an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organisation.Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li><li>Three volunteering days per year in Kingston</li><li>Flexible and agile working arrangements</li><li>Comprehensive learning and development programme</li><li>Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres</li><li>Interest free season ticket loans</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme</li><li>Zip car scheme</li><li>Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses</li><li>Confidential wellbeing and counselling support</li><li>Subsidised gym membership</li></ul>Application ProcessPlease apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) so all personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc is completely anonymised during the shortlisting process. Our hiring managers review applications based on the knowledge, skills and experience demonstrated in your application, and how well these match the job profile. Our HR Shared Service with Sutton Council was recently recognised nationally for having the ‘Best Inclusion and Diversity Programme’ at the PPMA Excellence in People Management Awards 2023, something that we’re incredibly proud of.Hiring managers are encouraged to ensure that their interview panel is diverse, and representative of a range of protected characteristics, to help remove unconscious bias and ensure candidates are treated fairly during the selection process. Some characteristics may not be obvious, but our panels are diverse wherever possible. We have a number of measures in place to inform and support our approach, including mandatory EDI and unconscious bias training for all staff, safer recruitment training for diverse panel members, engaging with our staff networks and encouraging allyship. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforce.Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming Borough. Our aim is to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to thinking differently about disability and taking action to improve how we recruit, retain and develop disabled people. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for a role.We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.We are an accredited London Living Wage Employer and this means that everyone working at the Royal Borough of Kingston, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors and suppliers receive the London Living Wage. The real Living Wage is higher than the government’s minimum, or National Living Wage, and is an independently calculated hourly rate of pay that is based on the actual cost of living.The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a>&nbsp;for right to work guidance.





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Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Senior Social Worker - Learning Disabilities

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is looking for legal assistants to join our Housing and Civil Litigation team. The postholder will support HB Public Law by carrying out legal work and developing, implementing and supporting cutting edge practice management processes. HB Public Law is a shared service between a number of local authorities in Northwest London and home counties. Staffs are employed by the London Borough of Harrow but they work for several public sector clients.The closing date for your application is Tuesday the 5th of August 2025. About You Skills and experience required:<ul><li>Be educated to degree standard or equivalent in law, or hold a recognised qualification in law, or be studying for a recognised legal qualification, or have substantial experience of working in a legal environment in lieu of qualification. </li><li>Knowledge and understanding of English Law, practice and procedure in public law and an interest in local authority legal work.</li><li>Strong team player with the ability to contribute positively to a team.</li><li>Ability to provide written and oral legal advice and guidance to officers and clients.</li><li>Opportunity to hold your own cases, and work on complex cases with senior lawyers.</li><li>Excellent MS Office skills.</li></ul>Candidates will be required to attend court, may work unsocial hours where necessary and should be willing to undergo a Disclosure Barring Service check (DBS). In return we offer a great setting to advance your career, bespoke induction and development opportunities, training and support to expand your knowledge in a range of areas covered by the legal practice.If you would like an informal discussion prior to applying for the role, please contact Baljeet Virdee on 07927 548796 or via email <a href="mailto:Baljeet.virdee@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">Baljeet.virdee@harrow.gov.uk</a> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=13607&amp;hashed=920372700" target="_blank">Role Profile/ Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. 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, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Harrow Council

Legal Assistant – Housing and Civil litigation team

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow’s Digital Services Team is looking for a Junior Geographical Information Systems Officer. The postholder will play a crucial role in developing and supporting the Council’s GIS systems and projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative digital solutions that will support improvement to the lives of Harrow residents and help Council services make smarter business decisions using spatial data. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>In-depth knowledge of the theory and principles of geographic data, associated analysis and geographic information systems (GIS). </li><li>An understanding of cartographic principles and techniques.</li><li>Demonstrable knowledge of GIS and GMS systems used across the industry.</li><li>Awareness of key geographic information organisations such as Ordnance Survey, GeoPlace, Association for Geographic Information (AGI), Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) and Royal Geographic Society (RGS).</li><li>Knowledge of data standards such as the LLPG data entry conventions (DEC) and data transfer format (DTF), BS7666, INSPIRE and OGC WebMapping.</li><li>Experience of working with ESRI products including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.</li><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=24093&amp;hashed=-301270007" target="_blank">Role Profile/ Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. 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, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Junior Geographical Information Systems Officer

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is seeking an Allocations Manager who will be responsible for the allocation of Council housing stock and nominations to registered providers (RPs), as well as the administration of all special schemes, void control, and the provision of statistical information. The role involves ensuring that properties are allocated correctly and promptly in line with the Housing Act Part VII and the Council’s Housing Allocation Policy, with the aim of minimising any financial impact on the Council. The post holder will also be expected to provide advice and assistance to applicants, enabling them to make informed and effective choices regarding accommodation opportunities both within and outside of Harrow. Additionally, the role includes offering practical support to households in making the necessary arrangements to relocate to permanent and settled accommodation. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.</li><li>Experience of working with homeless people and those in housing need</li><li>Working knowledge of the Housing Act Part VII and the Council’s allocation and homeless placement policies.</li><li>Awareness of the Homelessness Act (as amended) and Suitability Order in relation to the suitability of allocation and appeals.</li><li>Working knowledge of information technology systems relating to the housing register and Choice Based Lettings system and actively contribute to the ongoing development of these systems.</li><li>Experience of assessing and interviewing vulnerable people, extracting sensitive information and providing excellent customer care.</li><li>Ability to work within a stressful and pressurised environment and deal with vulnerable and demanding applicants on a daily basis regarding their housing which can place both the postholder and applicant under emotional stress.</li><li>Ability to work unsupervised, prioritise workloads and achieve targets and deadlines.</li><li>Ability to interview applicants skilfully and sensitively to elicit as much information as possible and give the appropriate advice.</li><li>Good IT skills, including databases to log and manage information.</li></ul> Related Documents For more information, please refer to the <a href="https://harrowcouncil.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=23855&amp;hashed=562020984" target="_blank">Role Profile/Selection Criteria</a><h4>About us</h4> Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<h4>Other information</h4> Support for candidates visit:<a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277" target="_blank">Harrow.gov.uk</a> Our behavioural indicators roles <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11" target="_blank">below G11</a> and <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11" target="_blank">above G11</a> Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow' <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council" target="_blank"> Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><h4>Important Note</h4> To deliver our commitment to equality of opportunity in service provision, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs at the London Borough of Harrow. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender, reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification applies. As such, we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information, please read our <a href="https://www.harrow.gov.uk/council/Equality-diversity#:~:text=We%20have%20many%20people%20of,cohesion%2C%20fairness%2C%20and%20justice" target="_blank">equality statement</a>. As a disability-confident employer, we are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes reasonably adjusting the recruitment process for those with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further information, please contact us at <a href="mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a> London Borough of Harrow is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Harrow operates stringent, safer recruitment procedures. Due to the high number of applications received for some posts, we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible. Harrow redeployees will be given priority consideration. 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, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting <a href="www.cifas.org.uk/fpn">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a> 





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Allocations Officer (Permanent Accommodation)

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £24,404 - £24,790 a year Hours per week: 20 Contract type: PermanentAre you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Luton Council is looking for dedicated Home Carers (Nights) to join our supportive team providing essential care services across the borough.&nbsp;As a Home Carer, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable adults to maintain their independence and dignity in their own homes. You’ll work overnight shifts and contribute to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;Provide care and support in accordance with individual care plansPromote and support customers' independenceBuild and maintain positive relationships with service users, families, and professionalsComplete written records and forms accurately and promptlyFollow health and safety procedures, including manual handling tasksAdhere to confidentiality and data protection policiesWork effectively both independently and as part of a supportive team&nbsp;Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>Essential Skills &amp; Experience:&nbsp;<ul><li>Some experience in a care role (formal or informal)</li><li>Able to prioritise tasks and work to high standards without supervision</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Understanding of equality, diversity, and the impact of discrimination</li><li>Awareness of the needs of adults in social care settings</li><li>Understanding of confidentiality in care environments</li><li>Ability to travel across the borough</li><li>Physically able to undertake manual handling and mobility support tasks</li><li>Able to work flexible shifts, including changing rotas, weekends, evenings, and bank holidays</li></ul>&nbsp;Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), or willingness to achieve this within 12 months of appointment</li></ul>&nbsp;Shift Pattern:<ul><li>Night shifts – flexibility required</li></ul>&nbsp;Other requirements&nbsp;<ul><li>This post is only open to female applicants due to a genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010, to provide personal care with dignity and respect in sensitive situations.</li></ul>&nbsp;You will be providing high-quality care and support to a range of clients, including both female and male individuals, in their own homes.&nbsp;This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English&nbsp;If you are compassionate, resilient, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1574336&amp;ptId=11575" target="_blank">download: L2 Home Carer JD&amp;PS.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Home Carer Nights

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £26,409 - £28,624 a year pro rata Hours per week: 15 Contract type: Fixed term 18th Months&nbsp;Are you passionate about the arts and eager to support a thriving cultural scene in Luton? We are looking for a Luton Arts Program Support Administrator to play a key role in delivering a vibrant, two-and-a-half-year initiative funded by Arts Council England, Luton Council, and Luton Rising, and delivered through the Luton Arts and Culture Strategy Group.In this vital support role, you will provide day-to-day administrative assistance to the Luton Arts team and the Creative Luton steering group. You’ll also help coordinate events and contribute to marketing efforts that promote the Luton Arts Program to a wider audience.Your responsibilities will include processing payments, tracking program budgets, and ensuring smooth communication and organisation across the partnership. If you're detail-oriented, highly organised, and passionate about supporting arts and culture, we’d love to have you on board.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We’re seeking a confident and capable Luton Arts Program Support Administrator to join our team in supporting the delivery of a major cultural initiative in the town. This role calls for someone with excellent communication skills, able to engage effectively and assertively with a wide range of people, including the public, partners, and senior managers.Strong organisational skills are essential, as you’ll be managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines. You'll be responsible for preparing a variety of complex documents, collating information, drafting professional correspondence, and maintaining accurate records to ensure smooth programme operations.You’ll also support our marketing efforts, including managing social media accounts, writing press releases, and promoting events and activities to diverse audiences. The ideal candidate will be IT confident, with experience using Microsoft Office and online tools, and comfortable working independently using good judgement.An understanding of equality and inclusion is key, and the ability to communicate clearly and fluently in spoken English is essential. Previous experience in an administrative role is required, as is the flexibility to travel between office locations and programme sites across Luton. If you’re passionate about the arts and excited to support a high-impact cultural programme, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1537998&amp;ptId=11571" target="_blank">download: PREF105407 202504 L4 Luton Arts Program Support Administrator Fixed Term March 2027.doc</a></li></ul>





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Luton Arts Programme Support Administrator

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £58,507 - £61,745 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe’re looking for a Partnership Manager to take on a key role improving services and outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Luton.This is a jointly funded role between Luton Council and the BLMK Integrated Care Board, with the successful candidate employed by Luton Council. The postholder will lead across the Luton SEND Partnership, which brings together:<ul><li>Luton Council (Education and Social Care)</li><li>BLMK Integrated Care System (ICB and NHS Trusts)</li><li>EPIC Parent/Carers Forum</li></ul>You will play a pivotal role in coordinating the SEND improvement journey across all agencies, ensuring that the voice and needs of children and families are central. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leading Luton’s preparation for SEND inspection</li><li>Overseeing the review and delivery of the local SEND Strategy</li><li>Driving multi-agency improvement in SEND outcomes</li><li>Strengthening collaboration across education, health, care, and family stakeholders</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You are a highly experienced and strategic leader with a strong track record of driving improvement programmes across complex organisations, delivering tangible service transformation. With substantial leadership experience in education, social care, or health systems, you are confident working in dynamic, multi-agency environments and have a deep understanding of how to lead change within adaptive partnerships. You have successfully developed and embedded strong collaborative approaches, working closely with service users, staff, and the wider public through co-production, engagement, and co-design.Your expertise includes navigating political environments with sensitivity and professionalism, and you are skilled at building consensus and influencing a diverse range of stakeholders—including headteachers, NHS partners, senior council officers, and elected members. You bring in-depth knowledge of SEND legislation, particularly the Children and Families Act 2014, and understand its practical application across education, health, and care settings. Your awareness of the legislative and policy landscape, as well as the full range of services related to SEND, ensures you are well-equipped to lead and shape local strategies. You hold a relevant professional qualification at NVQ Level 4 or equivalent degree level in education, health, or social care.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious&nbsp;Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580238&amp;ptId=11578" target="_blank">download: PREF105399 202505 M6 SEND Local Area Partnership Manager.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1580240&amp;ptId=11578" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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SEND Local Area Partnership Manager

<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents. The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £50,512 - £53,584 a year, £3,203 car benefit a year plus up to £4,000 market supplement a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe have an exciting opportunity available within our legal team where you will assist in making sure an efficient, effective and economic legal service is delivered to the Council, its Executive, Committees, Sub Committees, departments and its wholly owned companies.Working within the property planning and Contracts team, you will conduct and manage a mixed caseload of commercial contracts, procurement and governance related work.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for an experienced lawyer with a broad range of good commercial contracts and procurement experience, ideally within a local government/public sector context.You must be able to demonstrate significant experience of undertaking complex legal work in commercial contracts and procurement and have a sound understanding of the applicable legal framework.The post holder must be capable of working under pressure, taking initiative and adopting proactive approaches to deliver a fast and efficient service and must be able to perform legal work with minimum supervision.You must be able to communicate at all levels clearly and concisely, providing professional and commercial advice to a wide range of clients within the Council.You must be a UK qualified Solicitor or Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with substantial relevant post qualification experience and hold a practicing certificate with a minimum of six years plus post qualification experience.Please ensure your supporting statement demonstrates your experience and knowledge in order for your application to be considered.<h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application: <a href="https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://jobs.luton.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228931&amp;ptId=11574" target="_blank">download: JD M5 Solicitor -Senior Contract Solicitor 14.10.21 FINAL (1).pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1228932&amp;ptId=11574" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer (1) (3).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Senior Solicitor -  Contracts and Procurement

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.Our Team Come and join the Mental Health Social Work/AMHP Team- Runcorn/Widnes and Older Person’s CMHT in Halton. We are a small local authority which does not take long to travel across the borough. Halton is close to motorway networks including the M6, M62, M56 etc. We have a base in Vine Street resource centre- Widnes and The Brooker Centre- Runcorn- this offers flexibility to the team. Halton Borough Council also provide a generous essential car user allowance and a flexible working week. You can receive up to 34 days annual leave per annum (Plus bank holidays) and access to HBC’s lease Car, Bike Schemes, and free parking throughout your places of work. Bridge fees will also be paid in line with council business. Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:The Mental Health social work team works with adults, who meet the criteria in line with the Care Act and require support in relation to their mental health. We work closely with our Mental Health Trust colleagues to provide a responsive, holistic and recovery focussed response to adults with complex mental health needs.We are a well-established and stable team with supportive management. The managers in the team are experienced AMHP’s who will offer support and guidance. Our team has a mixture of experienced practitioners all willing to support new members to the team. We are a friendly and welcoming team. We are looking for qualified Approved Mental Health Professionals. HBC 9, Spinal Points 32-35- £41, 551- £44,711- Approved Mental Health Professional (Pay award pending). Social, Workers will also receive in addition to their salary a £4,000 Market Supplement (pro rata) PLUS AMHP’s will also attract an additional £2000 per annum market supplement. PLUS Essential Car User allowance. You must be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, and a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional in order to perform the statutory duties of an AMHP for Halton Borough Council. As an Approved Mental Health Professional we also offer an additional £2,000 per year allowance and Essential Car user. The day time AMHP service includes the working hours between 9am- 5pm Monday- Friday. Relevant training is also provided to ensure professional development, access to support/advice, regular AMHP supervision with the AMHP Lead and monthly AMHP forums- where there will be cake! Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Essential car user allowance </li><li>Market supplement of up to £6k per annum</li></ul>Next Steps:For an informal discussion about this post, please contact (Steve Westhead/Maria Stracey) <a href="mailto:steve.westhead@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">steve.westhead@halton.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Maria.stracey@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Maria.stracey@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be held in September 2025At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>





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