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<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself using data and insight to drive meaningful change for children and families?Can you use your analytical skills to support services that make a difference?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our Children’s Services are looking for a passionate and dedicated Transformation Data Officer to join our innovative team and help improve outcomes for families in Southwark.About the Role:This is a 12-month fixed-term contract.As a Transformation Data Officer, you’ll play a key role in the delivery and development of our Community Family Help service. You’ll work alongside the Service Manager and Head of Performance and Systems to:<ul><li>Shape and maintain the data profile for Community Family Help</li><li>Use tools such as Power BI and Synergy to turn complex data into clear insights</li><li>Support strategic planning through data-led recommendations</li><li>Coordinate key data returns and ensure compliance with national requirements</li><li>Create compelling reports and narratives to support transformational change</li><li>Lead on multi-agency data coordination and performance tracking</li></ul>About You:We’re looking for someone who brings both technical skills and a passion for improving lives.You will have:<ul><li>Strong analytical and data visualisation skills (Power BI experience desirable)</li><li>Experience in Children’s Services or a related public sector environment</li><li>An understanding of how data informs policy, performance, and outcomes</li><li>Excellent communication and report-writing skills</li><li>A collaborative approach with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders</li><li>Experience managing or overseeing project activity, data systems, or small teams</li></ul>About the Team:You’ll join our Performance Team within Children’s Services, a key part of the wider Quality Assurance and Practice Development division. Our focus is building a strong evidence base to support the delivery of service to Children and Families.We work closely with frontline teams, partners, and senior leaders, combining policy, data, and performance insight to inform better services. You’ll be part of a team that is collaborative, ambitious, and dedicated to improving lives.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Craig Benning at <a href="mailto:Craig.Benning@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Craig.Benning@southwark.gov.uk</a>.This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Recruitment Timeline:Advert close date: 11:59pm on 9th July 2025Shortlisting date/s: 11th July 2025Interview date/s: 18th July 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:Members of the Armed Forces and veteransAre currently in care, or have previously been in careIf you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2527461&amp;ptId=105140" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description</a></li></ul>





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Transformation Data Officer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>Why Southwark? Southwark is a place like no other – dynamic, diverse, and full of opportunity. As the largest local authority social landlord in London, we manage 55,000 homes and support a population that is young, vibrant, and full of potential. Home to over 18,300 businesses – including world-renowned venues and thriving social enterprises – Southwark is proud of its rich cultural offer, excellent healthcare institutions, and universities that attract talent from around the globe.We are committed to making our borough a fairer and more inclusive place. Our work through Southwark Stands Together reflects our dedication to tackling inequality and injustice head-on. At Southwark, you’ll be part of a council that puts people first – where residents and communities are our greatest asset, and where we all work together to make a real difference.<h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4>As a Unit Support Officer in our Enforcement team, you’ll provide vital administrative and financial support that helps keep the borough safe, healthy, and well-managed. Your work will underpin frontline services and help ensure we respond efficiently to the needs of our residents.Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Supporting the Team: Managing correspondence, records, and calendars so daily operations run smoothly.</li><li>Engaging with Customers: Being the first point of contact, offering a professional and friendly service to residents and partners.</li><li>Maintaining Accuracy: Keeping databases up-to-date and producing information that supports service performance.</li><li>Finance Administration: Processing payments, purchase orders and invoices with accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Improving Services: Suggesting and implementing improvements that make our processes more effective for everyone.</li></ul>You’ll play a central role in helping the team stay organised, responsive, and resident-focused. It’s a chance to build your skills while making a genuine difference.<h4>What We're Looking For</h4>We’re looking for someone who is motivated, reliable, and committed to excellent service. You’ll bring:<ul><li>Proven experience in providing administrative and financial support, including database management and financial systems.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and confidently with a wide range of people.</li><li>Excellent organisation, enabling you to juggle multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.</li><li>Good IT knowledge, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.</li><li>A collaborative mindset, working well with others while also being confident managing your own workload.</li></ul>This is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment, where your contribution is genuinely valued and your development is encouraged.Ready to Make a Difference? If you're looking for a role where your work supports both your team and your community, we’d love to hear from you! and take the next step toward making Southwark a place we’re all proud to call home.<h4>Additional Information</h4>Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on Sunday 6 July 2025Interview Date: W/c 21 July 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed Interview SchemeAs part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, in which case we will move the key dates for the process. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2526563&amp;ptId=105186" target="_blank">Click here to review the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Unit Support Officer

<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>About Southwark:As a council, we are successful, passionate, and forward thinking. We are committed to tackling injustice and inequalities and rebuilding our local economy following the pandemic, ensuring that our residents and businesses are central to everything we do.As a diverse central London borough, Southwark faces a range of challenges, which we aim to address through the delivery of the Borough Plan. We are looking for candidates to join our team to help us continue to make Southwark an inclusive borough for all our communities. Southwark Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We monitor our recruitment practices to check that we are employing people in a fair and non-discriminatory way. We also publish annual workforce reports. We are proud to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a>This post attracts a JNC benefit to the value of £2,724 Salary Range: £83,964 - £105,096<h4>How to Apply</h4>How to ApplyPlease apply directly via the Ivy Rock Partners website using the link below. Ivy Rock has been exclusively engaged to manage the recruitment process for this Finance role on behalf of Southwark Council.Please note: Any direct applications submitted to Southwark Council cannot be considered.<a href="https://ivyrockpartners.wixsite.com/southwarkcouncil" target="_blank">HOME | Southwark Council</a><h4>Closing Date</h4>Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on the 7th of July 2025We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition.</li></ul>





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Assistant Director of Finance

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit senior social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families. We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li><li>Carry out in-depth, ongoing evidence based assessment of complex needs and risks to children.</li><li>Supporting the development of best practice and confident practitioners through coaching and mentoring of students, newly qualified social workers and less experienced practitioners.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification.</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year.</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships.</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors.</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning.</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality.</li><li>The ability to provide professional guidance, support and development opportunities and contribute to organisational development.</li><li>Post qualifying experience in a social work role within a statutory setting, working with children and families, and attendance at appropriate training.</li></ul>A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at enhanced level and also eligibility to work in the UK is required.How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Antoinette Johnson via email at <a href="mailto:Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk</a>Pay and rewards:In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary</li><li>For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li></ul>Recruitment timeline:<ul><li>Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basis</li><li>Interview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2288091&amp;ptId=103893" target="_blank">Senior Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Children's Senior Social Worker (Safeguarding & Family Support Service)

Does the sound of making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families appeal to you?If so, we have the perfect role for you!About the team:Our MASH Team consists of various agencies dedicated to meeting the needs of Southwark. We cultivate a supportive environment that promotes collaboration with key agencies from the earliest stages of a child's journey.As part of our team of seven Social Workers, you will receive robust management support and work closely with colleagues. We also offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and professional development, including training to help you achieve your career goals.About the role:In this role, you will manage a balanced caseload, allowing your skills and expertise to shine. Your key responsibilities will include:- Identifying and assessing risks and needs during referral screenings.- Conducting MASH Intelligence Checks with partner agencies to recommend appropriate risk levels.- Triangulating information from screenings and Intelligence Checks to evaluate risk and need levels.- Preparing and presenting cases at Threshold Meetings.- Providing advice and information to families.- Referring families to additional services and organizations to address their identified needs.To be considered for an interview, your CV and supporting statement should clearly demonstrate:- Experience working in a MASH Team within the UK.- A recognised Social Work Qualification (or equivalent)- Current registration with Social Work England.- Successful completion of your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).- Strong assessment skills and experience handling issues faced by families in an inner-London Borough.- In depth knowledge of child development, the impact of concerns on children, parenting capacity, environmental issues and risk and protective factors.- Excellent communication skills.- A collaborative approach, with a willingness to go the extra mile to support the team’s work and meet families' needs.Contact details:If you are interested in a discussion about this role, please email Avion Grant via email at <a href="mailto:Avion.Grant@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Avion.Grant@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional details:Please note a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at an enhanced level.This is a full time, 36 hours per week position.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. Our offer includes:- Substantial training and development is provided including an offer of bespoke coaching and mentoring- Modern technology including laptop, Apple iPhone and iPad- A basic salary range of up to £51,663 (subject to experience)For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.About Southwark:We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.We are looking for exceptional Social Workers who can make a significant difference in the lives of children and families and share our commitment to improving outcomes, and help tackle injustice, inequality, and racism. Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas.<a href="https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50198438" target="_blank">Ofsted, November 2022</a>At Southwark Children’s Services, we pride ourselves on doing our vital job differently. Our systemic, holistic, family-centred approach sits at the core of our values. Our endlessly supportive, collective, people powered culture underpins everything we do to protect vulnerable children across our borough.“Children are at the heart of practice in Southwark.”“Staff have time to work intensively with families when needed, and to reflect and consider ways to improve children’s lives”Recruitment timeline:- Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basis- Interview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionAttachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2230206&amp;ptId=102380" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification - Social Worker - Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)</a></li></ul>





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Social Worker - Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)

<h4>The Role</h4>The Traded Services Division are pleased to offer an opportunity for the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor . This role sits within the Commercial Services Team reporting to the Divisional Commercial Manager, providing services to the Asset Management Service - predominantly Public Realm; Pest Control Service and Fleet Service in both client and contractor capacities.The SQS is the strategic lead and provides professional senior quantity surveying services to ensure the Traded Services Division and the Council achieves best value in delivering services and maximises the commercial opportunities available to it.The SQS leads on contract management and compliance and performance evaluation of income generation, costs and margins from a wide range of services, projects and contracts.The SQS will liaise with stakeholders including Senior Management teams, Councillors and Cabinet members on commercial issues relating to the division, delivering complex written reports complete with analysis.The successful candidate will lead in developing and continuously improving services by delivering improving process and procedure, and monitoring their implementation.An excellent communicator with strong written skills this person will use their QS knowledge to help improve Traded Services.The successful candidate will be committed to their continuous development as a leader to positively influence staff groups responsible for delivering these critical services.The areas of work will initially focus on public realm street lighting and metalworks fabrication.The initial focus will be on pricing and cost value reconciliations. Applicants will need to be able to work with existing books of rates, and also develop and build from scratch a mixed variety of SOR's and evidence base they are fit for purpose.Business process maps and supporting procedures will need to be developed and/or maintained in relation to all elements of the delivery process, including but not restricted to materials, quantities/volumes, costs/pricing, labour and other direct costs, time/productivity and overhead recovery.A fit for purpose suite of KPI's will need to be developed and maintained.Applicants must be able to work with and provide support, guidance and understanding to delivery staff that may have limited financial expertise and understanding.<h4>About Southwark</h4>We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert closes: 13 July 2025Shortlisting: 16 July 2025Interviews: 28 July 2025Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2533576&amp;ptId=105241" target="_blank">Please Click Here For the Job Description and Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Commissioning Manager Starting Salary: £52,138 per annum – pay award pending Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Stevenage plus hybrid working from home Contract Type: Fixed Term contract or secondment opportunity until 26 June 2026 Directorate: Adult Care ServicesSecondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>About the team</h4>An exciting opportunity to manage a team of social care commissioners and deliver a programme of contracting, procurement, and transformation work for older people’s residential and nursing care services.The team commissions care services for more than 6000 older people with frailty and dementia care needs with a total annual spend of more than £150 m. The team is working to an established plan to improve outcomes for people who need a range of services and to achieve value for money for the Council at a time of significant budgetary pressure. Within the next 12 months the team will deliver several significant projects to improve support at home, extra care, day care and care homes services whilst managing the day-to-day contract work. &nbsp;<h4>About the role</h4>The Commissioning Manager role will report to the Deputy Head of Service and will mainly focus on commissioning of care home services. Key responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Ensuring that staff within team are effectively managed and developed to support service aims.</li></ul><ul><li>Ensuring that care contracts are effectively managed and deliver Value for Money and good outcomes for people.</li></ul><ul><li>Ensuring that important projects are delivered efficiently and on time. Current projects include a review of Hertfordshire’s care home Dementia Care Accreditation, and a review of commissioning arrangements for people with enhanced dementia care needs (including one to one care).</li></ul><ul><li>To lead care provider engagement on improving access to nursing care in localities experiencing supply shortfalls.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential Criteria<ul><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent.</li><li>Understanding of social care for older adults with conditions such as frailty and dementia.</li><li>Working knowledge of frailty, dementia and care in older age gained in social care or related field.</li><li>Ability to ensure that the work of the team achieves Value for Money for the Council, including in areas of major spend.</li><li>An awareness of broader developments and emerging trends in residential and nursing care for people living with frailty and dementia.</li><li>Ability to manage, coach and develop commissioning staff, determining work plans for a team of professionals.</li><li>Experience with summarising complex information to make professional recommendations.</li><li>Experience in leading work with stakeholders of all backgrounds and levels of professional seniority</li><li>Experience in managing and delivering projects to agreed deadlines.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria<ul><li>Experience of leading major/high value strategic commissioning and procurement gained in social care or related field.</li><li>Experience of major programme delivery in social care or related field.</li><li>Experience of major partnership development in social care or related field.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP13 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact either <a href="mailto:sophie.aldwinckle@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">sophie.aldwinckle@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:samantha.drake@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">samantha.drake@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: Week commencing 23 June 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Commissioning Manager

Job Title: Information Analyst Starting Salary: £30,559 opportunity to progress to £33,366 per annum (pro rata for part time) – pay award pending Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4><ul><li>An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Data Collection Team.</li><li>The team sits within the Corp Performance BI &amp; Improvement unit and is tasked with the collection, processing and error checking of schools returns (both statutory and non-statutory).</li><li>The list of collections includes major DfE and local authority returns and submissions (including School Census, Early Years Census and Assessment collections).</li></ul>Our main clients are Children’s Services but we also provide data and analysis to other departments when required to.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>Working within the Corp Performance BI &amp; Improvement unit and reporting to the Data Collection Manger, you will assist the Data Collection team in the delivery of major DfE and local authority data collections.</li><li>You will play a key role in ensuring that the data submitted is accurate, consistent and on time and meets the required standards.</li><li>You will also assist the team manager in maintaining the in house developed systems used for the checking and production of the collections.</li><li>And stay in touch with the latest collection changes/developments and work with within the team to implement the changes.</li><li>The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present. The post holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time be necessary</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>You will be a highly motivated individual, methodical and committed to service excellence</li><li>Extremely confident with IT and possessing excellent Excel skills allowing you to quickly pick up new skills and undertake a broad range of tasks including complex data quality checks.</li><li>You will have good attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure so that you are able to deliver complex data collections to very tight timescales.</li><li>With good interpersonal skills, you will be able to communicate confidently and effectively with staff at all levels and lead a team to deliver an effective and efficient service.</li><li>Proof of right to work in the UK, without the requirement of sponsorship</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of the working on Local authority collections and using associated systems.</li><li>Familiar with using databases (MS Access).</li><li>A good working knowledge of schools and school’s data.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact: <a href="mailto:christopher.mullarkey@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">christopher.mullarkey@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> &nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 15th &amp; 16th July 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Information Analyst

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 have an exciting opportunity to contribute towards improving and protecting the health and wellbeing of people in North Somerset.&nbsp; We’re looking for a talented Health and Wellbeing Officer to support the project management and implementation of North Somerset’s Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2028 and Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2029.The role will include project management to ensure progress in delivery, implementation, monitoring and promotion of the above-mentioned strategies and action plans. In addition, this role will include responsibility for creating, commissioning, and/or implementing interventions that are part of the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy and supporting the delivery of established programmes by taking a lead role for managing specific projects. Activities will be undertaken alongside colleagues across North Somerset Council and in collaboration with other partners.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Organise, lead, and report on the quarterly monitoring of the implementation of the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2028 and bi-annual monitoring of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2029.</li><li>Contribute to project management and operational support for development and delivery of North Somerset’s Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2028 and Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, including use of corporate project management tools.</li><li>Take a lead role in direct delivery of specific aspects of the Joint Health and Wellbeing strategy, including developing, commissioning, and/or delivering interventions or grant programmes included in the strategy, with clearly identified outcomes within an integrated service framework, which aim to improve health and wellbeing outcomes and reduce health inequalities. </li><li>Support engagement and co-production with service users, stakeholders and communities to inform service design and development and the delivery of accessible and equitable person-centred services. </li><li>Prepare or contribute to the preparation of written reports, progress reports, presentations, and materials relating to the strategy, including planning and providing support to relevant meetings or multi-agency groups linked to strategy development and implementation.&nbsp;</li><li>Analyse, interpret and use data, health intelligence and information to identify local health needs and make recommendations to support decision making. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Communicate effectively with multi agency partners, colleagues and people using local services, both verbally and in writing.&nbsp; This includes leading effective partnership working through forums and meetings in support of health and wellbeing and reducing inequalities.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>For more detail see attached job description.&nbsp;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>1-3 days in the office fortnightly</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 improving population health and reducing health inequalities, and who possesses the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Practical experience in supporting strategy development and implementation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in project and programme management, including establishing processes, prioritisation, and planning and co-ordination of projects and activities, working to plans, and adapting such plans as necessary.</li><li>Practical experience delivering services or projects through commissioning and partnership arrangements, to support evidence based public health and health improvement approaches.</li><li>Sound understanding of implementing effective population and community-based public health interventions</li><li>An up-to-date knowledge of public health services and effective health improvement strategies.</li><li>Good influencing and negotiating skills to work with partners in the development, project management, promotion, and implementation of strategic plans and interventions.</li><li>Ability to communicate, consult and engage effectively with a wide range of audiences, members of the community, and stakeholders, about health and wellbeing matters and on issues which may be complex, sensitive or contentious, whilst understanding and recognising professional boundaries.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to critically analyse health data and research, and translate this into local recommendations, interventions, or actions.&nbsp;</li><li>Problem solving skills and judgement – ability to facilitate self and others to solve problems, break down complex issues into manageable parts, and think through the implications of decisions.</li><li>Good written and verbal presentation, communication and report writing skills, demonstrating</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Approved specialist qualification in public health, health improvement, or related discipline, and practical experience of translating knowledge into practice. </li><li>Relevant professional registration e.g. UK Public Health Register</li><li>Experience of supervising/managing others, including team members, volunteers and/or work experience students, within the same field of work.</li><li>Experience of working with a range of partners to achieve a shared goal.</li><li>Demonstrable experience in, and commitment to, public health action aiming to reduce inequalities.</li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and values&nbsp;and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Helen Yeo, Mental Wellbeing and Community Development Manager at <a href="mailto:helen.yeo@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">helen.yeo@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: Monday 28 July 2025Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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North Somerset Council

Health and Wellbeing Officer

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. That’s why we are launching our Social Care Academy in September! Join us for your first year of practice, and we will support you to be the best social worker you can be, and make a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a newly qualified social worker to join North Somerset’s Youth Justice (YJPS) and Prevention Service which is a successful partnership between key partners including North Somerset Council, Police, Health Integrated Care Board and Education partners. We aim improve outcomes and wellbeing for children and victims of crime in North Somerset by embedding a child first and identity focused approach to practice across the Partnership. We see collaboration and participation with children, families and victims as central to our approach to achieving the overarching aim to improve the lives of children, victims and communities in North Somerset.&nbsp;As part of this role you will also join our Social Care Academy. In our Academy, you will undertake your assessed and supported year in employment in a supported and scaffolded learning environment, and develop the skills you need to join a social work team when you are ready.You will have a development plan will be individualised to your unique learning needs. You will be supported by the Academy manager, and a dedicated Practice Teacher to support your ASYE, as well as the support from the Youth Justice Team manager.In the Academy, we will equip you with a working knowledge of our “Building Connection” practice approach, based on relational, restorative, trauma-informed practice. We will offer you regular learning &amp; development sessions on key areas of practice, an experienced buddy in your destination team to shadow and support you, and lots of opportunities to spend time with all our teams, to understand all stages of a child’s journey through support and intervention.&nbsp;If you are committed to relationship-based, family led practice, and would like to undertake your first year of practice in a supportive, reflective learning environment, we’d love to hear from you!We will be holding our NQSW Assessment Day on Thursday 10th July , at the Town Hall in Weston-Super-Mare, so keep this date free! If you are shortlisted for our Assessment Day, we will contact you on Thursday 9th July to let you know.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 an alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment, so you can work flexibly, at home and in the office. Please note that during the induction period, we’ will expect you to spend more time in the office to get to know your colleagues, and support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style.As this role falls into the category of Flexible Worker, this 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>You will be expected in the office for team meetings, supervision, and reflective learning sessions.</li><li>Training is available 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 YouYou must possess the following skills and experience:Essential Criteria:<ul><li>Social Work Qualification, or pending completion of qualification.</li><li>Registration with Social Work England, or eligible for registration after graduating</li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Be able to create effective working relationships with families and professionals</li><li>Commitment to relational, trauma-informed practice.</li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Have had a social work placement in a statutory setting</li><li>Have had experience of working in Youth Justice</li><li>Experience of working in a multi-agency environment</li></ul>What We OfferOur Social Work Academy provides robust support and training in your first year as a Social Worker.&nbsp; Our Academy model has been recognised by Skills for Care and supports Social Workers through a Secure Base Model, to ensure that practitioners are psychologically safe and as such, can ask questions, make mistakes, learn, and thrive, and achieve their fullest potential as relational, trauma-informed social workers.&nbsp; You will start your year within the Academy, linked to your ‘destination team’, and you will gradually increase your time in this team, in line with your skills, knowledge and confidence.&nbsp;In addition, at North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days’ annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.How to ApplyIf you share our&nbsp;vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Laura Dixey, Youth Justice Team Manager at <a href="mailto:laura.dixey@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.dixey@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or Melanie Holt, Practice Development Lead at <a href="mailto:melanie.holt@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">melanie.holt@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Assessment Centre Date: Thursday 10th JulyEqual OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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