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<h4>Why Southwark?</h4>At Southwark Council, we’re not just planning for the future, we’re building it. As part of our dynamic Planning &amp; Growth service, this is your opportunity to drive real social impact through employment support, directly aligned with our Southwark 2030 vision. This isn’t just another support role, this is about empowering lives, influencing a fairer economy, and being part of an ambitious team delivering industry-leading models like Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF). This role is being offered on a 2-year fixed term basis. Why this role is unmissable: <ul><li>Southwark 2030: Help shape a stronger, fairer local economy from the ground up.</li><li>Cutting-edge support models: Work with nationally recognised frameworks that set the standard in inclusive employment.</li><li>A network of impact: From clinical teams to community partners to local employers, you’ll be at the heart of a borough-wide movement.</li></ul><h4>What You'll Be Doing</h4><ul><li>Manage a personal caseload, delivering one-to-one, tailored employment support to Southwark residents.</li><li>Work collaboratively with clinical teams and community partners to provide a joined-up service.</li><li>Build relationships with local employers to unlock inclusive job opportunities and promote long-term economic independence.</li><li>Champion and apply IPS and SEQF models to support people with disabilities or long-term health conditions.</li><li>Contribute to wider economic growth programmes across the Planning &amp; Growth division.</li></ul><h4>What We're Looking For</h4><ul><li>Passionate about making a real difference in people's lives through employment.</li><li>An understanding of the barriers people with health conditions face accessing the labour market.</li><li>Knowledge of the local job market, including in-demand industries and skills gaps.</li><li>Familiarity with or willingness to train in IPS and SEQF frameworks.</li><li>A great communicator who is compassionate, proactive, and naturally builds trust and rapport.</li><li>First-class organisational skills with a flair for forward-planning and multitasking under pressure.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills using Microsoft365.</li><li>Confidence handling sensitive information with the utmost discretion.</li><li>You’ll have a track record of developing others and delivering results and shared goals.</li><li>Able to manage programmes and projects, making sure every milestone is hit and every challenge tackled.</li><li>You’ll be required to travel across the borough visiting employers and working from our community hub in Peckham.</li></ul><h4>Additional Information</h4>About SouthwarkSouthwark Council is 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 such as The Shard, The Tate Modern and Borough Market along with many 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<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Working for Southwark Council – Southwark </a>Salary Range: £42,912 - £49,155 Application Closing Date: 11.59pm on 16th of January 2026Interview Date: The 26th of January 2026 Application ProcessIf you are interested in applying for this role, please complete the application forms detailing your suitability for the role. The Job Description and Person Specification can also be found at the bottom of this page under attachments. 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 Southwark Stands Together initiative. 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.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2678749&amp;ptId=110481" target="_blank">Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to work in the Independent Living Service to ensure we provide Brighton &amp; Hove residents access to the best occupational therapy support, community equipment and adaptations.Post:&nbsp;1 x Occupational Therapist, full timeSalary: Newly Qualified SO1/2 £34,434 - £39,152 full-time - Experienced M11 £39,862 - £42,839 &nbsp;full timeBased in Hove Town Hall / Bartholomew House BrightonInterview date: tbcFor an informal discussion about the job please contact Olivia Bird on 07717 480899 or via email <a href="mailto:olivia.bird@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">olivia.bird@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Successful candidate(s) will be able to start on or after 1 April 2026 subject to pre-employment checks being completed”&nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>About usWe are a small, friendly and supportive Independent Living Service providing creative solutions to enable residents with a wide spectrum of need to continue to live safely and independently with a good quality of life for as long as possible.Our ethos in Brighton &amp; Hove is to put the individual at the centre of our professional practice, as well as actively encourage staff within the team to work together with other colleagues and partners across Health and Adult Social Care, as to better meet their needs. The provision of equipment and adaptations are central to the delivery of our shared goals, as we work alongside our modern and efficient Integrated Equipment Service to achieve this.We provide regular supervision, with access to peer support groups and encourage access to learning and service development opportunities. &nbsp;We are introducing a new CPD progression pathway to support your development as a practitioner into more senior roles.As an integrated team we can offer opportunities of working in different ways, such as working with Children, at the Front Door and supporting service development.It is an exciting time to join us as we look to continue to improve our integrated service offer to our residents. Currently, we are working to support new online systems which will provide more choice and options for individuals approaching the service. We are particularly keen to develop our digital offer, which you would have the opportunity to contribute towards, amongst other service projects.About youAre you an Occupational Therapist?Are you committed to supporting people to maintain their independence at home?Are you looking for an opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills and work alongside commissioners and other clinical staff to ensure that people receive the best equipment options and adaptations available?If so, we would like to hear from you.About you&nbsp; &nbsp;You will be expected to manage a diverse caseload, including complex cases.This will involve:<ul><li>Carrying out assessments of individuals needs including, functional abilities, moving and handling and housing assessments.</li><li>Prescribing appropriate equipment and recommending minor and major adaptations to maintain people in their own homes.</li><li>Providing information and advice to empower individuals to manage their health conditions/disabilities.</li><li>Preparing reports/ assessments with clearly presented clinical reasoning.</li><li>Formal and informal supervision of Occupational Therapy Assistants within the Service</li><li>Contributing to specific project work and improvements to the service.</li></ul>Essential qualities:<ul><li>Be a qualified Occupational Therapist and hold current HCPC registration.</li><li>Have experience of working in community-based settings with a broad range of assessing functional needs.</li><li>Experience of working with individuals with a range of complex manual handling needs, including an awareness of reduced handling/ singled handed care.</li><li>Be an excellent communicator both orally and written.</li><li>Be able to build effective working relationships with individuals, colleagues and other professionals across the NHS, Adult Social Care and the third sector.</li><li>Experience of working independently, as well as part of a team.</li><li>Be able to effectively organise and prioritise your workload.</li><li>Have good ICT and time management skills.</li></ul>What staff say about usExperienced Occupational Therapist:I have worked in Independent Living for a few years now in my first OT role since qualifying and I am very happy that I joined such a friendly, supportive and welcoming team.I have greatly appreciated the opportunity to develop professionally through training, supervision and peer support while working autonomously and collaboratively with an extremely diverse client base.Experienced Occupational Therapist:Independent Living is a very friendly and welcoming team. There are good opportunities for career development with plenty of support. It’s a great team to work in with lots of collaboration and peer support activities, from regular forums to group learning and skill sharing. &nbsp; &nbsp;Working with usWe also offer you a range of benefits including:<ul><li>A comprehensive induction programme.</li><li>A manageable caseload.</li><li>The opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills.</li><li>A CPD progression pathway to support your journey as a practitioner and into more senior roles.</li><li>Paid time off to undertake regular CPD days.</li><li>Regular supportive team meetings.</li><li>One-to-one supervision sessions.</li><li>Access to peer forums to support continued learning.</li><li>Bi-annual appraisal</li><li>Generous holiday of 25 days a year increasing to 27 days after 5 years’ service.</li><li>Paid mileage expenses plus.</li><li>A range of other staff benefits.</li></ul>Interested?&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Then why not apply to join us.We welcome applications from all sections of the community but particularly encourage applicants from a BAMER or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans as these groups are currently under-represented in our&nbsp;Directorate workforce.For an informal discussion about the job please contact Olivia Bird on 07717 480899 or email <a href="mailto:olivia.bird@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">olivia.bird@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a>Find out more about <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs/work-life-Brighton" target="_blank">Living in Brighton &amp; Hove</a> on our website.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application,&nbsp;you will need to upload your CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/cv-guidance" target="_blank">CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>) as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.*For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a><h2>Company information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.

Brighton & Hove City Council

Occupational Therapist Experienced

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Job Title: Practice Development Social Worker&nbsp; Directorate: Children &amp; Young People&nbsp; &nbsp; Service Area: Social Care Academy&nbsp; Grade: PO6 plus £5k recruitment and retention payment £54,267 - £57,402 Location: Newham | Hybrid Working&nbsp;&nbsp; Contract type: Permanent Closing Date: 19^th January 2026 at 11:59pm&nbsp; Interviews: The week of the 26^th January 2026 This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and Social Work England registration. Shape the Future of Social Work Practice in Newham We are looking for experienced and committed Practice Development Social Workers to join our social care academy as part of an exciting and progressive transformation journey. This is a unique opportunity to directly influence social work development, support newly qualified social workers (NQSWs), and strengthen our approach to workforce retention and practice excellence. About the Role As a Practice Development Social Worker, you will: <ul><li>Coach and support NQSWs and Social Workers, helping shape them into confident and reflective practitioners informed by the Newham circles of support practice model.</li> <li>Lead on the delivery of a local coaching model, using your own high-quality practice to influence and embed systemic, relational and restorative practice across the workforce.</li> <li>Drive innovation in learning and development, playing a key role in our wider training offer, retention strategy, and service improvement agenda.</li> <li>Role model excellent practice in your direct work with children and families—demonstrating relationship-based practice, timely risk assessment, and evidence-informed intervention.</li> </ul> You will work closely with the Social Care Academy Service Manager and senior leaders across the service to support culture change and service improvement, contributing to our bold ambition of developing and retaining outstanding practitioners who can make a difference for our children. About You We are seeking a skilled and confident practitioner who: <ul><li>Has substantial experience in statutory children’s social care, particularly in child protection, children in need, and early intervention.</li> <li>Demonstrates a sound understanding of systemic approaches and their application in social work practice.</li> <li>Is passionate about coaching, reflective supervision, and developing others through relationship-based learning.</li> <li>Possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and inspire across teams and services.</li> <li>Is reflective, resilient, and committed to personal and professional growth.</li> </ul> How to Apply If you’re ready to make a real impact, apply now via our recruitment portal. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Samantha.Jones@newham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Samantha.Jones@newham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; Please view JD here Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

London Borough of Newham

Practice Development Social Worker

<h4> Job Description </h4>Overview The London Borough of Harrow is looking for an experienced and resilient Team Manager to lead a multidisciplinary group of Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, and support staff. In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality services to children, adults and families. Your focus will be on ensuring that individuals receive a cost-effective and efficient service that remains rooted in a human-centred approach.As a steward of statutory responsibilities, you will ensure that all team activities align with Harrow’s strategic, operational, and financial priorities. You will be responsible for translating high-level organisational goals into daily practice, maintaining strict adherence to legal policies and safeguarding procedures. A significant part of this role involves driving performance by meeting key targets and fostering a culture of professional excellence within the team.By providing robust supervision and clear direction, you will help the borough navigate the complexities of modern social work while maintaining the highest standards of safety and care for Harrow’s most vulnerable residents. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering the borough's vision of integrated, preventative care that empowers families to thrive. About You The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>A recognised professional Social Work qualification (e.g.: CQSW or Dip SW) and a minimum of four years post qualifying experience, including the management and supervision of social care staff undertaking statutory work with children and families, preferably in a fieldwork setting.</li><li>Registered with Social work Englandl as a social work professional.</li><li>Knowledge of regulatory and inspection frameworks governing children’s services, adult services and housing.</li><li>Experience of providing professional supervision, team building, reflective learning and development.</li><li>Excellent communication skills.</li><li>Excellent assessment and analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to form, develop and maintain effective partnership relationships.</li><li>Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.</li></ul>This post will require a satisfactory enhanced DBS. 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=27228&amp;hashed=1309514260" 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

Team Manager - Emergency Duty Team

Are you an ambitious professional who wants to make a real difference in education?At Holly House, we’re a community that builds ambition to achieve potential. We’re seeking a proactive, detail-oriented School Business Officer to join our team and ensure the smooth, efficient running of our school operations.In this pivotal role, you’ll manage finance, HR, and administrative processes, ensuring compliance and supporting strategic decision-making. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, staff, and external partners to deliver high-quality business support that enables our pupils to thrive. From budget planning and procurement to payroll and policy implementation, your expertise will help us maintain excellence and sustainability.Our vision is to nurture independence, happiness, and a sense of value in every child. We believe in Relationship, Respect, and Responsibility, and our collaborative approach ensures every member of our community is supported. You’ll join a forward-thinking team committed to high expectations, inclusion, and continuous professional growth.We offer:<ul><li>A dynamic, supportive environment</li><li>Ongoing CPD and opportunities to innovate</li><li>A role where your impact is visible every day</li></ul>You are:<ul><li>Experienced in school business management or a similar role</li><li>Skilled in finance, HR, and compliance processes</li><li>Organised, analytical, and solutions-focused</li><li>Committed to teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement</li></ul>Ready to make a difference behind the scenes and help our school achieve its potential? Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit prior to application, please call 01246 450530 to make an appointmentDue to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Derbyshire County Council

School Business Officer

Are you an ambitious professional who wants to make a real difference in education? At Holly House, we’re a community that builds ambition to achieve potential. We’re seeking a strategic, organised, and resilient School Business Manager to join our leadership team and ensure the effective management of our school’s business operations.In this vital role, you’ll lead on finance, HR, premises, and compliance, ensuring resources are used efficiently to support outstanding outcomes for pupils. You’ll work closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to develop budgets, manage contracts, oversee procurement, and maintain robust systems that meet statutory requirements. Your expertise will help us create a safe, sustainable, and well-resourced environment where every child can thrive.Our vision is to nurture independence, happiness, and a sense of value in every child. We believe in Relationship, Respect, and Responsibility, and our collaborative approach ensures every member of our community is supported. You’ll join a forward-thinking team committed to high expectations, inclusion, and continuous professional growth.We offer:<ul><li>A dynamic, supportive environment</li><li>Ongoing CPD and opportunities to innovate</li><li>A role where your impact is visible every day</li></ul>You are:<ul><li>Experienced in school business management or a similar leadership role</li><li>Skilled in finance, HR, and compliance processes</li><li>Organised, analytical, and solutions-focused</li><li>Committed to teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement</li></ul>Ready to make a difference behind the scenes and help our school achieve its potential? Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit prior to application, please call 01246 450530 to make an appointmentDue to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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School Business Manager

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Aldercar High School is seeking a Headteacher to lead the next chapter of a well-established secondary school at the heart of its community.The school serves a diverse community where education has the power to shape futures. Aldercar matters locally and families care deeply about the school, staff are committed to their pupils, and young people deserve leadership that is ambitious for them and grounded in care.Like many schools, Aldercar has experienced sustained pressure in recent years. The leader we seek to appoint will bring clarity, consistency and confidence — strengthening behaviour, attendance and culture, while raising aspiration and outcomes over time. This is not about quick fixes or cosmetic change, but about sustained, principled leadership that makes a lasting difference.We are looking for a credible and experienced secondary leader who believes in the importance of relationships, inclusion and high expectations. You may be an established Headteacher, or a Deputy ready for headship, with a strong moral purpose and a proven ability to lead improvement in complex contexts.This role will suit someone who:<ul><li>Places young people and their life chances at the centre of their leadership</li><li>Builds strong partnerships with parents and carers</li><li>Champions inclusion, with a clear commitment to pupils with SEND and those facing disadvantage</li><li>Leads with integrity, emotional intelligence and resilience</li><li>Is confident making difficult decisions while bringing people with them</li></ul>Aldercar High School is part of Embark Federation, the largest multi-academy trust in Derbyshire. Embark is committed to creating schools that stand out at the heart of their communities. Headteachers are supported, challenged and trusted, with access to Trust-wide expertise across school improvement, people, finance and governance, while retaining the authority to lead their school.This is a demanding role, but a meaningful one. For the right leader, it offers the opportunity to shape a school’s future, strengthen a community, and improve life chances for hundreds of young people.For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Anna Upton on 07973156943. To arrange a school visit, please contact: Craig Yates 07947999732Interviews: 12 and 13 FebruaryTo apply, please complete the application via MyNewTerm. Applicants are encouraged to refer closely to the Job Description and Person Specification.<a href="https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149364/EDV-2025-AHS-47324" target="_blank">https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149364/EDV-2025-AHS-47324</a>Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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Head Teacher

From Easter 2026 we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hard-working and highly motivated teacher to join our team.We seek a bright, articulate, hard-working school leader who can work effectively as part of a team and inspire confidence. Are you the person who can help us on our journey to develop excellence across school?The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a supportive team of professionals, committed to your well-being and professional development.We are looking for someone who:<ul><li>Has excellent communication skills, is energetic, creative and passionate about learning</li><li>Is committed to achieving the highest possible outcomes for all our children.</li><li>Contributes to the overall aims and ethos of the school</li><li>Has a sense of humour</li></ul>You would be expected to lead Phonics &amp; Pleasure for Reading across school so a range of teaching experiences would be a plus. A proven track record of subject leadership and a passion for reading is a prerequisite and bring ideas and be motivated.We are very much a family school, and we embrace our motto of ‘Every Child, Every Day’. The school grounds are ideal for a broad curriculum, and we are looking to develop the use of our forest to enhance learning.What are you waiting for? Adventure awaits for the brave and the bold…we need you to help us write the continuing story of our CRAVE curriculum.This is a permanent position from Easter 2026. Pay scale MPS 4 -6 (depending on experience) with a TLR to lead Phonics with a focus on Read Write Inc &amp; reading fluency.Visits to the school are an expectation. Please call the school office on 01246 850289 to arrange a time which is convenient we will do our best to accommodate you, wherever possibleBramley Vale Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Provisional interview date: 12 February 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Class Teacher – Phonics Lead

An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen within the Events Team at South Derbyshire District Council. We are seeking a highly organised individual with a creative mindset and driven by a genuine enthusiasm for events, to join our compact yet dynamic team. In this role, you will be accountable to the Events, Arts, and Marketing Officer and will work closely with the Council Chair. Your responsibilities will include overseeing civic appointments and duties for the Chair and co-ordinating the annual programme of Civic events which includes the Remembrance Day Parade, Civic Reception and the Chairs Charity Dinner. The postholder will also support the organisation, administration, and delivery of key Council events such as the Festival of Leisure, the Swadlincote annual Christmas Lights Switch and the summer Music in the Park events. You will be a creative and innovative individual who is adaptable and personable and have knowledge of working in a council setting or understanding of the Chair’s role. Relevant experience in the development, project management and support of events is required. You will also need experience in the production of promotional material and marketing of events. The role is part time (22.5 hours per week) and the working pattern can be agreed with the Line Manager on appointment. The Flexible Hours Working Scheme applies to this post. Due to the nature of event delivery, you will support and run events which will require some evening and weekend working. Having access to a car is desirable. Should you wish to discuss this role informally, please call the Events, Arts and Marketing Officer Sarah Warner on 07710 760424 The full details and guidelines are available on <a href="https://www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/about-us/jobs-and-volunteering/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">https://www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/about-us/jobs-and-volunteering/jobs-and-careers</a>. To apply complete the online application form. We are looking for applicants committed to equal opportunities, diversity and good customer care to ensure our customers receive an excellent service.Provisional Interview Date: 2 February 2025Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.





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Civic and Events Officer

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a GOOD fostering agency in the pivotal role of Fostering Administrator and Birmingham Foster Carer Association (BFCA) Coordinator. This post is a full-time post that is split between being the part time coordinator for BFCA who an independent charity working alongside Birmingham Fostering Agency in ensuring our foster carers have support and advice. The remaining hours will be working part-time for Birmingham fostering agency as an Administrator. You will providing business support services to the dual role.The applicant should have excellent organisational, communication, and administrative skills. The role will require good communication with foster carers, professionals, and stakeholders. It is an advantage for a candidate to understand the role of a foster carer and/or has experience of supporting committees or charities.Both aspects of the role will require someone with various skills in IT literacy such as word, excel, publisher, etc. They will also need to be competent in completing tasks ranging from supporting with placement requests, organising buddy groups, maintaining spreadsheets, writing correspondence, creating newsletters and social media content, minute taking, coordinating agendas, progress tracking, and communicating with all of Birmingham foster carers.This is a Hybrid model of remote working which involves working a minimum of 2 days per week in our offices based at either Aston or Stirchley. About You…. You will be a ‘can-do' person who is passionate about high quality service delivery and performance. You will be able to work effectively within a dedicated team environment, be customer focused and able to deliver the role with a flexible approach.Key skills we will be looking for:<ul> <li> Excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills.</li> <li> Relational and positive approach.</li> <li> An ability to support meetings, including booking rooms, the provision of note taking and recording and tracking of actions.</li> <li> Attention to detail with an ability to work accurately e.g. literacy and numeracy</li> <li> Ability to work on own initiative with a pro-active approach to all tasks to ensure business objectives are met</li> <li> An ability to work flexibly as part of a diverse team environment.</li></ul> For informal discussion on the role please contact Paulette Hunte, Assistant Head of Service or Joanne Boddison, Team Manager.<a href="mailto:Paulette.hunte@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Paulette.hunte@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a><a href="mailto:Joanne.boddison@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Joanne.boddison@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>Closing date for this recruitment campaign is 15th January 2026 BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Fostering Administrator / BFCA Co-ordinator

About the roleWe are looking for a social worker with experience of working in mental health services to join our Safeguarding Adults Team. The role is for a full time Social Worker, as a Social Worker you would be directly supervised by one of the team's Principal Social Workers and we will support your continuous professional development. The role is a fast-paced role with a focus on short term work, you will work directly with individuals, care providers and stakeholders.The role Is a hybrid role with a balance of days working in the community, office and remote.If you would like to discuss this role please contact Sarah Buswell-Jones, Head of Safeguarding, Quality and Review on <a href="mailto:Sarah.Buswelljones@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sarah.Buswelljones@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>What will you be doing?You will be working in line with key legislation such as the Care Act 2014 and frameworks such as NSAB Decision Making Framework Tool. The role uses a person-centred approach which includes getting the voice of the person, listening and adopting professional curiosity to your practice.About youYou will need to have:<ul><li>Experience of safeguarding </li><li>Experience of working with a range of individuals</li><li>Knowledge of the Care Act 2014</li><li>Effective Communication and IT skills</li><li>Ability to prioritise </li><li>Support individuals with a strength-based approach </li><li>Have a good understanding of risk management </li><li>Ability to work to deadlines</li></ul>Please note you must have a Social Work qualification for this roleOur BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.Disability Confident EmployerWe are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. Our Employment and Disability Service provides bespoke support to individuals facing barriers to employment, helping them work towards their goals to start, stay and succeed in employment. For further information please click here <a href="https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/directory/support-offer/employment-and-disability-service-eads" target="_blank">The Employment and Disability Service (EADS) | North Northamptonshire Council</a>Armed Forces Community The council obtained the Gold status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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North Northamptonshire Council

Social Worker (Safeguarding Adults Team)

Do you have....Creative ideas to help develop engaging content for social media campaigns and an analytical mind to measure their impact against set objectives Knowledge of how different social media platforms work and experience in creating digital content for different target audiences Excellent written and verbal skills and an eye for a story or news hook Experience of writing copy for the media, magazines and e-newsletters and dealing with the press (either local, regional or specialist trade publications) The ability to make complex information meaningful to a range of different audiences including our residents, employees and other stakeholders Knowledge of running successful PR and engagement campaigns Experience of working with senior colleagues in other services to provide an ‘account management’ style of communications service, prioritising their needs and delivering campaigns to maximise results.Can you….Spot opportunities for good stories and help the council celebrate its successes Create powerful and engaging content to motivate and inspire audiences Write a story quickly, accurately, and make it engaging so that it gets read Work under pressure and to tight deadlines, to meet your customers’ needs.If so, we would like to hear from you! We are looking for a great communicator to work within our hard-working team to support with our external communications activities and help to promote and protect the Council’s reputation. This includes creating content for social media and writing compelling copy, which engages and informs a wide range of audiences as well as dealing with media enquiries and managing a range of high-profile PR and digital marketing campaigns.Click to view a<a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/anxb1ok5/6115d-communications-officer-dec-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a> For an informal discussion please contact: Dean Spurrell, Communications and Marketing Manager on 01233 330647.When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Ashford Borough Council

Communications Officer

As Planned Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for leading the delivery of our housing planned maintenance programme. In this pivotal role, you will be shaping the future of our housing projects, ensuring that planned works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.Essentially you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of planned maintenance projects, from procurement and design through to completion. This is a strategic role where you will continually seek innovative ways to improve service delivery and asset management.Your key responsibility will be to manage the provision of planned maintenance, improvements, and adaptations to the Council’s housing stock, along with:Preparing designs, specifications, drawings, and tender documentation for planned works. Overseeing contractors and monitoring their performance, ensuring compliance with Council policies, building regulations, CDM requirements, and health and safety legislation. Providing proactive quality control, tenant liaison, and customer care on site. Managing budgets, validating financial claims, and contributing to financial forecasting. Maintaining accurate property records and digital systems to support reporting and audit.It is essential that you have HNC/HND in Building Studies or equivalent, and/or significant relevant experience, along with having: Detailed knowledge of Health &amp; Safety legislation, particularly CDM Regulations. Proven management experience within a housing setting. Significant experience in planned maintenance, procurement, and contract management. Experience managing large budgets and multiple projects. Strong leadership, technical, and communication skills. Full UK driving licence.In addition, it would be advantageous if you are qualified or actively pursuing CIOB or MRICS membership and have local government or housing association environment experience.This is a critical role in which your leadership will directly improve the quality of housing services for our residents. You will be part of a forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality housing maintenance and ensuring tenants live in safe, well-maintained homes.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/js1ad3se/7045a-planned-maintenance-manager-nov-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>For an informal discussion please contact Pual Ingram, Head of Housing Assets, on 01233 330428To apply - Internal applicants – please apply by logging into self service and click on `current vacancies`When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Planned Maintenance Manager

We are seeking an Aids and Adaptations Surveyor to join our Housing Service team where you will play a vital part in enabling residents with disabilities to live independently and safely in their homes.You will be responsible for assessing, specifying, and managing a wide range of property adaptations from minor modifications such as grab rails and ramps, to major projects including wet rooms, structural alterations, refurbishments, and extensions.Working closely with Occupational Therapists, tenants, contractors, and internal teams, you will be responsible for managing projects from referral through to completion, ensuring all works comply with statutory requirements, building regulations, health and safety legislation, and council procedures.Key duties of the role include:Assessing referrals for adaptations and providing clear recommendations for adaptations. Conducting property inspections and preparing feasibility reports, technical specifications, drawings, and schedules of work. Managing adaptation projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. Overseeing contractors and consultants, administering contracts and monitoring performance against KPIs. Liaising with tenants, OTs, and stakeholders to translate assessed needs into practical, safe solutions. Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, CDM requirements, Equality Act, and Health &amp; Safety legislation. Monitoring budgets, verifying invoices, and contributing to financial planning for the adaptations programme.In order to be competent in this role it is essential that you have detailed knowledge of Health &amp; Safety legislation, particularly CDM Regulations, along with having:HNC/HND in Building Studies or significant relevant experience. Extensive experience managing improvement contracts in occupied residential properties. Experience in managing disabled adaptations within people’s homes. Strong project management and contract administration skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. A clean driving licence.It would be desirable if you have a relevant degree or professional qualification (CIOB or RICS membership, or working towards it) and previous experience in a Local Authority housing or housing association environment.This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. You will be part of a supportive team, working on varied and meaningful projects that directly improve the independence and wellbeing of residents across the borough.Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/pxwiv2oe/7154a-aids-and-adaptations-building-surveyor-nov-2025.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>For an informal discussion about the role please contact Paul Ingram Head of Housing Assets, on 01233 330428When Applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Aids and Adaptations Surveyor

Ashford Borough Council is seeking a proactive and technically proficient Residential Building Surveyor to join our Planned Maintenance Team.You will be responsible for inspecting occupied residential properties, diagnosing defects, and managing refurbishment and improvement works from inception to completion, along with:Conducting detailed inspections of ABC housing stock and provide expert analysis of building defects and risks.Preparing specifications, tender documents, and managing procurement processes for planned maintenance projects.Administering contracts, issue instructions, managing budgets, and overseeing remedial works during defect periods. Submitting Planning and Building Control applications. Managing a variety of building works including disabled adaptations and damage-related repairs. Monitoring contractor performance, ensuring quality, value for money, and customer satisfaction. Promoting tenant engagement and contributing to continuous service improvement.This is a dynamic role requiring expertise in building pathology, contract administration, procurement, and statutory compliance so it is essential that you have Minimum experience in residential refurbishment and improvement, along with having:HNC/HND in Building Studies or significant relevant experience. Strong knowledge of Health &amp; Safety legislation and CDM Regulations. Proven project management and contract administration skills. Microsoft Office proficiency and confident in dealing with contractors, tenants, and agencies.As part of this role you will need to be able to access all areas of residential properties throughout the borough of Ashford so you will need a full UK Driving Licence.At Ashford Borough Council, we’re committed to delivering excellence in housing services. You will be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real impact in our community.For an informal discussion about the role please contact Pual Ingram, Head of Housing Assets, on 01233 330428Click to view a <a href="https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/d4kbpjh2/3123a-building-surveyor-residential-final-290925.doc" target="_blank">Job Description</a>To apply - Internal applicants – please apply by logging into self service and click on `current vacancies`When applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>Hybrid Working - We are an organisation that puts people first and understands how important employee wellbeing is. We want to help you to balance your working life and home life and offer flexible ways of working to help structure your life in a positive and productive way; both at home and in the office. This maximises personal development and collaborative working. Competitive remuneration package - We offer an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave with flexi time, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.With devolution news and talks evolving across the country for local authorities, we understand that there may be some uncertainty for those currently serving within the sector. Although Kent and Medway have not been included in the Devolution Priority Programme, discussions continue in this area. Kent, Medway and all District and Borough Councils in the South East will continue to work closely with each other to deliver vital services to our communities. This is an exciting, but stable time to join our organisation.Ashford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provideWe welcome applications form the Armed Forces Community





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Building Surveyor - Residential

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: The CCTV Operator is an essential part of Halton’s Community Safety team responsible for the continuous monitoring of public spaces via the Council’s Control Room. Working closely with the CCTV Supervisor and CCTV Manager, you will play a direct role in protecting public areas, deterring crime, and supporting the police and other emergency services. By responding swiftly to incidents, directing resources, and assisting in identifying offenders, you will help to reduce anti-social behaviour and enhance public safety, giving peace of mind to Halton’s residents. This role requires a vigilant, proactive, and dedicated individual who is ready to make a real difference in the community. As a first point of contact for a range of incidents, you will be central to creating a safer environment for our residents, businesses and visitors. Hours: 24 per week Rota Basis Your Contributions: As a CCTV Operator, you will:<ul><li>Monitor the Council’s CCTV systems</li><li>Respond to both emergency and non-emergency calls</li><li>Work alongside Cheshire Police to ensure timely, effective responses to incidents. </li><li>Maintain accurate records and incident logs, ensuring compliance with appropriate legislation, policies and operating procedures.</li></ul> 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 with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</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>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme. </li></ul>Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Rob Moore - <a href="mailto:rob.moore@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">rob.moore@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews TBC At 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> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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Halton Borough Council's Plan

CCTV Monitoring Operative 

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:The CCTV Operator is an essential part of Halton’s Community Safety team responsible for the continuous monitoring of public spaces via the Council’s Control Room. Working closely with the CCTV Supervisor and CCTV Manager, you will play a direct role in protecting public areas, deterring crime, and supporting the police and other emergency services. By responding swiftly to incidents, directing resources, and assisting in identifying offenders, you will help to reduce anti-social behaviour and enhance public safety, giving peace of mind to Halton’s residents.This role requires a vigilant, proactive, and dedicated individual who is ready to make a real difference in the community. As a first point of contact for a range of incidents, you will be central to creating a safer environment for our residents, businesses and visitors. Hours: 32 per week Rota Basis Your Contributions:As a CCTV Operator, you will:<ul><li>Monitor the Council’s CCTV systems</li><li>Respond to both emergency and non-emergency calls</li><li>Work alongside Cheshire Police to ensure timely, effective responses to incidents. </li><li>Maintain accurate records and incident logs, ensuring compliance with appropriate legislation, policies and operating procedures. </li></ul>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 with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas Closedown</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>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul> Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Rob Moore - <a href="mailto:rob.moore@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">rob.moore@halton.gov.uk</a> At 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> Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!





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CCTV Monitoring Operative

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 18.5 hours Week 1 – 7.24 Wednesday – Friday Week 2 – 7.24 Thursday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time Location: TredomenTeam: Adult Services, Older People This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £19,576 - £20,885 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you effective at building positive working relationships with good communication and IT skills?Do you have genuine passion and commitment to improve outcomes for Older people and their Carers?Do you want to work collaboratively to promote "what matters" with older people and their Carers? If you have these qualities, we would love to hear from you!We are recruiting a Social Worker who has the right values, motivation and commitment to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment. There is significant emphasis on achieving best practice.The successful candidate will be required to practice in accordance with National Occupational Standards for Social Work and Code of Practice for Social Care Workers to deliver an effective social work service. An understanding of current legislation and policy in Wales will be essential.The post will involve working with individuals to help them find appropriate solutions at times of difficulty, as well as in the long term. It will also entail safeguarding people from abuse and neglect. Where intervention is required, you will be expected to provide a proportionate and timely response to support individuals and their carers.The post holder will undertake assessments, reviews and contribute to the duty rota within the team. Those applying will need to have a good understanding of an outcome- focused approach to social work and the application of the principles &amp; eligibility criteria set out in the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014.We have an established culture of team work where staff are supportive of each other.Applications from newly qualified as well as experienced social workers is welcomed.For the role, we ask that you have:<ul><li>A Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1st April 2016).</li><li>The ability to assess and devise care and support plans in a creative manner to promote wellbeing.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit clients and attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Joanna Webb on 01443 866930 or email <a href="mailto:webbj@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webbj@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Social Worker

We are recruiting a UPVC Fabricator at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Rhymney DepotTeam: Asset Maintenance and Repairs This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £28,598 - £31,022 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The post holder will be expected to Support the relevant foreman in the provision of a high-quality repairs and maintenance service for the Asset Maintenance and Repairs section. This will include the manufacture and installation of UPVC windows and doors, general trades maintenance, improvements and refurbishments to domestic and untenanted properties in more than one trade discipline.The postholder will pre-inspect, repair, renew and identify required resources and materials needed to undertake window fabrication and building maintenance works to ensure the efficient use resources.You will become part of a dynamic team delivering reactive repairs/planned maintenance works to our homes.The successful candidate must have an excellent work ethic, good communication skills, and a dynamic approach to the role and be able to lead by example.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Completed a recognised time served apprenticeship and/or completion of an accredited Building Craft Training scheme or NVQ Level 2 qualification in an appropriate trade.</li><li>Knowledge of relevant Risk Assessments, Method Statements, Safe Systems of Work and Health and Safety issues relating to the post.</li><li>Relevant experience within a UPVC window and door fabrication, repairs, maintenance, refurbishment or new build environment. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Paul James/Andrew Gould on 07919627344/ 07919627304 or email <a href="mailto:jamesp1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">jamesp1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:goulda2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">goulda2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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UPVC Fabricator

We are recruiting a Senior Practitionerat Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Various Locations in the BoroughTeam: Bargoed Locality TeamThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 with an additional £3,551 annual market supplement, and offer access to training and development opportunities. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, experienced and enthusiastic practitioner to become part of our progressive and creative team. The successful candidate will hold a more complex caseload, be able to offer support, mentoring and supervision to team members, monitor team performance, assist the Team Manager, and deputise when required. The team undertakes high quality assessments and planning for children and their families who require ongoing social services intervention. The team covers both short- and long-term work, including Children in Need of Care and Support, Safeguarding, Children Looked After and court work. If you have the right values, motivation, and commitment to work in a challenging, yet rewarding environment, we want to hear from you. Are you effective at building positive working relationships with good communication and IT skills? Do you have genuine passion and commitment to improve outcomes for children, young people and their families? Do you want to work collaboratively to promote "what matters" with children and their families? Does this sound like the right job for you? If so, we will provide you with the following:<ul><li>Comprehensive induction.</li><li>Training to promote your continued professional development.</li><li>An embedded risk assessment model.</li><li>Evidenced based and timely decision making.</li><li>Regular supervision, annual appraisal and opportunities for reflective practice.</li><li>Supportive and experienced Senior Practitioner colleagues and Team Manager.</li><li>Visible and strong leadership from the Senior Management Team</li></ul>For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Successful completion of the Consolidation of Practice Programme within the first three years of practice (if qualified after 1 April 2016).</li><li>Registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales or equivalent regulators in England, Scotland, or Northern Ireland.</li><li>An enhanced level of social work skills, expertise within child protection and court work and be able to promote and develop good standards of practice both personally and within the team.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rhoda Hibbs on 01443 873501 or email <a href="mailto:hibbsr@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">hibbsr@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Carol Davies on 01443 864745 or email <a href="mailto:Daviec30@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">Daviec30@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £3,551 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments.





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Senior Practitioner

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself leading an innovative service that helps children and young people build lifelong connections?Can you use your leadership and partnership skills to grow a service that puts relationships at the heart of practice?If yes, we have the perfect roles for you!Southwark Council’s Family Group Conference Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Lifelong Links Team Manager to join our amazing team and help make a real difference for children in care and care experienced young people.About the Role:Partnering with the Family Rights Group (FRG) and funded through the Department for Education’s Stable Homes, Built on Love strategy, Southwark’s Lifelong Links Service was established in 2024 and continues to grow.As Lifelong Links Team Manager, you will lead the promotion, development and delivery of high-quality Lifelong Links interventions across Children’s Social Care. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across services including Children in Care, Leaving Care, Fostering, the Clinical Service and the IRO Service to ensure children and young people are identified and referred at the right time.You will:<ul><li>Line-manage the Lifelong Links Social Worker, part-time Clinical Practitioner and Lifelong Links Project Officer</li><li>Support and manage a pool of self-employed Lifelong Links Coordinators, including chairing Initial Planning Meetings for each intervention</li><li>Work closely with the Leaving Care Service to support care-experienced young adults to develop as Lifelong Links Coordinators</li><li>Lead on performance management, data collection and reporting, including quarterly reports to the DfE and FRG</li><li>Represent Southwark in local and national practice development forums and peer support networks</li></ul>This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract / Secondment.About You:You are an experienced and values-driven leader, passionate about supporting children in care and care-experienced young people to build and sustain meaningful relationships.You will bring:<ul><li>Strong leadership and people-management skills, with experience of managing multidisciplinary teams</li><li>A sound understanding of children’s social care and relationship-based practice</li><li>Experience of partnership working across services and with external organisations</li><li>Confidence in performance management, data oversight and reporting</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide consultation, advice and professional support</li><li>A commitment to reflective practice, learning and continuous service improvement</li></ul>About the Team:The Lifelong Links Team is a developing and ambitious service embedded within Southwark’s Family Group Conference Service. We are relationship-focused, collaborative and committed to innovation and learning.You will join:<ul><li>A supportive and passionate team with a strong focus on outcomes for children and young people</li><li>A service that values creativity, reflection and professional development</li><li>A council that actively supports learning, progression and opportunities to influence practice locally and nationally</li></ul>This is an exciting opportunity to shape a growing service and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people in Southwark.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jonathan Dirks at <a href="mailto:Jonathan.Dirks@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jonathan.Dirks@southwark.gov.uk</a>.Additional Information:<ul><li>This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract / Secondment</li><li>Enhanced DBS required</li></ul>Benefits and more information: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 close date: 11:59pm on 18th January 2026Shortlisting date/s: w/c 19th January 2026Interview date/s: w/c 26th January 2026The 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:<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 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=2681037&amp;ptId=110500" target="_blank">Click here to view the job description</a></li></ul>





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Lifelong Links Team Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4>The Digital Advisory Panel (DAP) provides specialist, evidence-based insight and advice to the Commission to inform regulation. They help ensure that the Commission’s policies, regulations and approach are informed by the latest digital developments, industry best-practices, and stakeholder insight. This includes:<ul><li>Advising on digital developments and trends, and how the gambling industry may operationalise them;</li><li>Identifying threats and opportunities to the Commission’s regulation of gambling posed by new technology and the evolving digital landscape;</li><li>Reviewing specific topics and making appropriate recommendations;</li><li>Providing guidance or other input to specific projects or policies.</li></ul>We welcome candidates who bring international expertise, and we will consider how we can be flexible to involve non-GB-based candidates into the work of DAP.<h4>Job description</h4>Members of the Panel draw on their own professional expertise and that of their network to advise and guide the Commission. This is primarily done by providing input during meetings or by reviewing written material. Meetings are generally held online, but there are some opportunities to meet in person in our Birmingham offices.<h4>Person specification</h4><h4>Essential:</h4><ul><li>The desire to support the Commission in achieving its regulatory objectives and implementing its organisational strategy</li><li>Strong understanding of digital industries, AI and/or data with a range of relevant professional experience</li><li>Ability to advise the Commission on developing its capacity to generate intelligence and insight from a range of data sources</li><li>Ability to translate professional insights into practical advice and recommendations to support the development of regulation</li><li>Experience of applying insights into new/emerging digital technologies to organisational strategy</li><li>Experience of working in senior or advisory roles in the public, voluntary or private sectors</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li></ul><h4>Desirable:</h4><ul><li>Knowledge of the gambling industry</li><li>Experience of translating data and digital opportunities into a public sector environment</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>As part of the application process, you will be asked to provide the following:<ul><li>A name-blind CV including your job history and previous experiences. Your CV should cover up to your last 5 roles, detailing your responsibilities and any key achievements (Max 500 words for all roles).</li><li>250 words on what interests you in the opportunity.</li></ul>Shortlisting and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis as applications are received, with all shortlisted candidates given a minimum of 5 working days ahead of their interview date.Interviews will be conducted week commencing 2nd February 2026 and will be held via Teams.Members of the panel are required to conduct themselves according to the Seven Principles of Public Life. More information on this, the code of conduct for board members, and the DAP terms of reference can be found on the websites below: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/code-of-conduct-for-board-members-of-public-bodies" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/code-of-conduct-for-board-members-of-public-bodies</a><a href></a>DAP is provided with secretariat support by the Gambling Commission. Members of DAP should not receive funding or have financial interests in the gambling industry. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : <a href="mailto:recruitment@gamblingcommission.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@gamblingcommission.gov.uk</a></li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@gamblingcommission.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@gamblingcommission.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:recruitment@gamblingcommission.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@gamblingcommission.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the recruitment principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact Governance, Gambling Commission, Victoria Square House, Victoria Square, Birmingham B2 4BP in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from us, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. <h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU5MTgmdmVyaWZ5PTVjZjM5YmZhYmNlYWMyOWJiMDRkZmJmMjI4YmQyNjIz" target="_blank">DAP Member Job Description Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 156kB)

Digital Advisory Panel (DAP) Member

<h4>Job summary</h4>We are looking for a Publications Enquiries Officer to join our Journal Office at the House of Lords. This is an exciting opportunity to work in our Printed Paper Office (PPO), which is a ‘front-of-house’ service where you will be responsible for ensuring all necessary printed documents are available to members and staff and responding to customer enquiries. There is also variety in the role as you will also be supporting the Procedural Centre and Conduct teams on a regular basis, giving you exposure and experience in multiple areas.Due to the customer facing aspect of the role, this is an opportunity to work on-site in the Palace of Westminster. This is a fantastic position for someone who likes working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and can communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders to advise on wide-ranging enquiries and issues.<h4>Job description</h4>You’ll be accountable for – <ul><li>Acting as a point of contact for members in the PPO, providing professional advice on papers and redirecting queries to other teams where appropriate.</li><li>Following the agreed best methods for organising, prioritising, presenting and distributing papers to members and staff.</li><li>Checking all papers laid before the House for compliance with requirements and triaging and escalating issues as required.</li><li>Liaising with government departments about laying papers, including advising on laying requirements.</li><li>Taking receipt of new papers, completing all associated administrative tasks and ensuring compliance with document registration, filing and archiving processes.</li><li>Supporting resilience across the wider Journal Office by developing new skills and working regularly in other areas at the same grade.</li></ul>For the full list of role duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description.<h4>Person specification</h4>What we’re looking for –<ul><li>Strong customer service skills including the ability to deal with a range of customers and queries in a front-line role.</li><li>Professionalism including being organised and able to respond to urgent requests and prioritise tasks accordingly.</li><li>Good oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Strong team-working skills including the ability to be flexible within a team and take responsibility for ensuring that the office is covered and enquiries are dealt with promptly.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £32,000, House of Lords contributes £9,270 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a>What you’ll get in return<ul><li>30 days annual leave (increasing to 35 after one years’ service)</li><li>Generous pension scheme</li><li>Parliamentary health and wellbeing programme</li><li>The opportunity to witness history in the making.</li></ul>The work we do is vital to the House of Lords, and you will be a pivotal member in the team strengthening the work of the House. The House of Lords is the second chamber of the UK parliament. It is independent from and complements the work of the House of Commons to:<ul><li>Make laws</li><li>Check and challenge the actions of the government through questions and debates</li><li>Investigate public policy and provide a forum of independent expertise</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>Please complete your online application by 10.00am on 12th January 2026.If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact <a href="mailto:hlrecruitment@parliament.uk" target="_blank">hlrecruitment@parliament.uk</a> or call 020 7219 5973.Job offers are standardly offered at the minimum of the salary range.The House of Lords Administration is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all candidates with diverse characteristics, including different ages, caring responsibilities, disability, gender/sex, gender reassignment/trans, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race/ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation and socio-economic status. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">counter-terrorist check (opens in a new window)</a>. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>This job is broadly open to the following groups:<ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:hlrecruitment@parliament.uk" target="_blank">hlrecruitment@parliament.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:hlrecruitment@parliament.uk" target="_blank">hlrecruitment@parliament.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzU4NjAmdmVyaWZ5PWJmZmY2YjBmMzljODhhZThhYTg3NjFjNjM2MjdjODA2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY2MjA0NDgzLTRmZDhlZDE1ZDQ5YjBiMTUyZTRiMjZiODdlYTViNzU4YzQwMjFiNzg=" target="_blank">Job Description - Publications Enquiries Officer Opens in new window</a> (docx, 58kB)

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and ambitious professional Data Protection Officer (DPO) to join our friendly, committed and highly regarded Law and Governance Service. This is a busy statutory officer role in which you’ll be delivering advice with legally binding consequences to the council and schools. You’ll be critical to developing and guiding the organisations strategy for fostering a data protection culture. 
 
You’ll need expertise in data management, national and European data protection laws and practices as well as an in-depth understanding of both GDPR and DPA. You’ll need to apply your knowledge across a range of work areas from quick fire advice and initial triage of data breach reports, to developing policies, completing DPIAs, facilitating Data Sharing Agreements to list just a few. To be able to do this you’ll hold one or more technical qualifications in data protection but your experience and ability to apply your knowledge to on the ground situations is what’s most important to us. 
 
We are looking for an individual who is accustomed to working at pace and able to multitask. You’ll need to be an exceptional communicator who can deliver clear advice and build solid relationships with all levels of officers and members. We value our culture and building strong relationships within our service and with our stakeholders and expect as part of that office attendance at least 2 days per week. 
 
We work collaboratively and flexibly and welcome applications from all members of the community. Enfield is an Employer of choice who develops talent, encourages innovation and has a supportive working environment. If you want to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you. 
 
Interviews at Enfield Civic Centre on 26th January 2026. 
 
Contact Details - 
 
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Andrea Kilby on 020 8132 0924 for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team. 
 
If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andrea Walkerdine at <a href="mailto:andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk" target="_blank">andrea.walkerdine@enfield.gov.uk</a> or on 020 8132 1022. 
 
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. 
 
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. 
 
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: 
 
 - An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 
 - Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas. 
 - A blend of remote and office based working for most roles. 
 - Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months. 
 - Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods. 
 - Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family. 
 - Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work. 
 - 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 
 
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

London Borough of Enfield

Data Protection Officer

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



IPS/ SEQF Specialist and Compliance Lead
We have an excellent opportunity available for an IPS/ SEQF Specialist and Compliance Lead to join our team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As the IPS/ SEQF Specialist and Compliance Lead you will play a pivotal role in implementing and ensuring compliance within a quality assurance framework that includes managing systems and processes that comply with IPS/SEQF guidelines and DWP contractual requirements.
This role supports both the Programme Manager and our Delivery Partners to monitor and improve the quality of service and prepare and support teams to undertake both internal self-assessments and external fidelity reviews.&nbsp;
This is a Berkshire-wide support programme, therefore the role will involve dynamic engagement with all six Local Authorities.
Connect to Work is a new employment programme forming a key strand of the Governments Get Britain Working plans, supporting people to find and keep work.&nbsp; With a focus on tackling economic inactivity and aligning employment, training and health activity together to provide a holistic approach. For more information:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/connect-to-work" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/connect-to-work</a>
⭐Staff Benefits⭐
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐Generous Annual Leave&nbsp;entitlement of 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
⭐Local Government Pension Scheme&nbsp;
⭐GP Helpline&nbsp;7 days per week
⭐Employee Assistance Programme&nbsp;with a 24/7&nbsp;Your Care&nbsp;confidential helpline
⭐Free Eye Tests&nbsp;and&nbsp;Flu Vaccines
⭐Free Onsite Gym&nbsp;(located at Shute End, Wokingham)
⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes&nbsp;– including&nbsp;Car and Cycle to Work
⭐Local &amp; Lifestyle Discounts&nbsp;– savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more
⭐Move through Menopause Course
⭐Sports &amp; Social Group Activities&nbsp;– running, football, cricket, and more
⭐Learning &amp; Development Opportunities
⭐Employee Networks
⭐And more!
Key responsibilities: 
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<li>Support with designing, implementing and managing a quality assurance framework that supports compliance, audit and risk management strategies, systems and processes for our Connect to Work programme (CtW)</li>
<li>Lead regular quantitative and qualitative review of processes, paperwork, participant experience and employer experience to ensure Fidelity is being delivered</li>
<li>Create accurate and timely reports including evidencing the impact of CtW as required by internal and national stakeholders.</li>
<li>Support Delivery Partners to develop specific measurable fidelity action plans and monitor progress regularly and encourage services to carry out their own self-assessment</li>
<li>Support the Programme Manager with raising awareness of the importance of IPS/SEQF by delivering presentations and identify new referral pathways</li>
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Candidate requirements: 
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<li>Understanding/experience of the Individual Placement and Support model</li>
<li>Experience of analysing data to assess performance and understand impact</li>
<li>Knowledge of delivering externally funded interventions, and the associated obligations, e.g. funders such as DWP and ESF</li>
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Our area: 
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.
We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!
Or for an informal discussion, please contact&nbsp;Troy Aitken Connect to Work Interim Programme Manager <a href="mailto:Troy.Aitken@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Troy.Aitken@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date: Sunday 25th January 2026, 11pm
Interview Date:&nbsp;TBC
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.&nbsp;
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

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