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Please complete the online application form, with a personal statement not to exceed 1000 words. No CV’s will be accepted. Completed application forms to be forwarded to <a href="mailto:schoolgovernance@edsential.co.uk" target="_blank">schoolgovernance@edsential.co.uk</a>



Job Title: Headteacher
Contract Type: Permanent
Pay Range: 20 – 24a
Required for: September 2026
Number of Children on Roll: 473
Due to the retirement of our long-standing Headteacher, the children, parents and staff of Dee Point Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated successor who has a sense of humour, is kind and caring who will embody our values and ethos and lead our welcoming, diverse, community school.
The successful candidate must be able to maintain and enhance the existing strengths of the school, whilst bringing the drive and vision necessary to lead the school into its next exciting chapter. The new Headteacher will bring fresh perspectives to the role, taking into account both local and national strategies.
We are a highly regarded school within our community and are looking for a current Headteacher who is looking for a new challenge, or a Deputy/Assistant Headteacher who is looking for their first headship. The successful candidate will continue to:
Continue the strong links with the community and parents: Continuing the sense of belonging, inclusion and collaboration among staff, pupils and parents.
Inspire a Passion for Education: Cultivating a love of learning, both inside and outside the classroom, with an emphasis on modern, effective teaching methods.
Empower Staff: Leading by example and providing clear guidance and support to help all staff improve their practice and elevate standards across the school.
Drive Results: Ensuring that every child, at every level, both mainstream and with our Resource Provision achieves success based on their individual strengths, talents and aspirations.
Demonstrate Strategic Leadership: Leading the development of a clear and inspiring vision for the school’s future, working alongside all members of the school community to implement the strategy, through curriculum-led financial planning to ensure effective use of budget and resources.
We can offer you:
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<li>Happy, caring children who are keen to learn and are proud of their school.</li>
<li>A warm, friendly environment with passionate, dedicated and highly motivated staff members who work consistently and collaboratively to secure the best outcomes for our children and families.</li>
<li>A positive, creative and supportive governing body who are actively involved in school life.</li>
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We encourage applicants to visit the school, and you have the opportunity to visit on 27th January at 2pm, 28th January at 4.15 pm or 29th January at 9.30 am. Please call our Bursar on 01244 372631 or email <a href="mailto:bursar@deepointprimary.cheshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">bursar@deepointprimary.cheshire.sch.uk</a> to book onto one of the visits.
Closing Date: Monday 2nd February 2026 at Noon
Shortlisting Wednesday 11th February 2026
Interview/Task Days: 2nd and 3rd March 2026
Safer Recruitment and Equality Statement:
Dee Point Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be bound by the school’s safeguarding children processes, undertake safeguarding training as necessary and all appointment are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barred List checks from the DBS. Applicants for the post will be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes.

Headteacher

<h4>Job summary</h4>We have a great opportunity for a Head of Cyber Security (2nd Line) to join our Data and Register Integrity Group, within Risk, Assurance and Security. The successful candidate will be part of a security team whose role is to protect HM Land Registry people, assets and information, including the Land Registers for England and Wales valued at circa £8trillion.The role reports to the Chief Security Advisor. The Chief Security Advisor is responsible for the delivery of second line security assurance. The Head of Cyber Security is responsible for providing proportionate and effective assurance for cyber security across HMLR.If you would like to find out more about the role and what it’s like to work at HMLR, there will be a Hiring Manager Q&amp;A session where you can virtually 'meet the team' will be held via Teams on Wednesday 21st January at 12:30. Please register your interest here:<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.co.uk%2Fe%2Fhiring-manager-qa-head-of-cyber-security-2nd-line-hmlr-tickets-1980072726828%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cannie.roberts%40landregistry.gov.uk%7C8beed2de3ea44c6b3d9108de4e9bc880%7C236309a8284b4e57a7b3fc767736f69d%7C0%7C0%7C639034628486036013%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=lH%2B9rMHgE02X%2BDiqzGyWH7%2FJr9QGEhpWt1D7S4Cn1Ts%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hiring-manager-qa-head-of-cyber-security-2nd-line-hmlr-tickets-1980072726828?aff=oddtdtcreator</a><h4>Job description</h4>In this role you will establish the appropriate Cyber security posture for HMLR, providing senior leaders with assurance on the effectiveness of these controls. Fundamental to this role is the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all grades, including with the senior leadership of the Transformation and Technology Directorate who are a key partner.Deliver an effective risk-based approach to manage security of HMLR information, including the Land Register by working across the Protective Security, Information Security Assurance and Cyber Security domains.Lead the management of Cyber security risks including a review of cyber controls.<h4>Person specification</h4>To be successful in this role you will have the technical skills:<ul><li>CISSP (or equivalent)</li><li>Level 3 Security Management Qualification (or equivalent)</li><li>A working knowledge of information security principles, standards or frameworks (for example, ISO 27001).</li><li>Familiarity with practical risk assessment approaches and how to apply them to different scenarios.</li><li>An understanding of how to assess whether security measures are proportionate and effective.</li></ul>You will have experience of:<ul><li>Managing complex cyber security assurance programmes at a strategic level. </li><li> Problem solving in a complex environment, across multiple stakeholders demonstrating significant judgement and the highest briefing standards, both written and face to face.</li><li>Undertaking audit and assurance activity, for example GovAssure.</li><li> Engaging, advising and influencing at all levels of an organisation, including senior managers and proven leadership skills in challenging and complex environments. </li><li>Working with community, considering the impact of your decisions in the broadest of settings. </li><li>Forming excellent relationships at all grades within your department and with the wider security community and the UK Intelligence Community. </li><li>Managing a complex and diverse workload, drawing on multiple teams to complete tasks. </li><li>Contributing to policy development through research and analysing issues, identifying potential issues and determining processes and procedures for policy implementation. </li><li>Delivering effectively to deadlines, maintaining focus in challenging situations and adapting to find solutions that meet the needs of stakeholders.</li><li> Strong leadership and people management, including the ability to get the best outcomes with people you work with.</li></ul>(Note: These skills reflect the competencies for the Head of Cyber Security role, as defined within <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-government-security-profession-career-framework" target="_blank">The Government Security Profession career framework.</a> in order to qualify under the Government, Digital and Data Framework. Where an individual taking up the responsibility will be based in Swansea Office, the ability to speak Welsh is desirable. This will not be tested during the application or interview process.The role will require travel to other HM Land Registry offices, including over-night stays and to London once a quarter. For more information about the role and the full Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Pack.<h4>Behaviours</h4>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Leadership</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £66,200, HM Land Registry contributes £19,178 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><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/land-registry/about/recruitment#what-hm-land-registry-can-offer-you" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/land-registry/about/recruitment#what-hm-land-registry-can-offer-you</a>#WeAreHMLRAt HM Land Registry our vision is a world leading property market as part of a thriving economy and a sustainable future. We are unique in terms of the economic and social impacts of our work, our ability to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers, our sense of mission, and our great people. They are the foundation of all we have achieved and all we aspire to in the future. We want our people to feel proud to work for HM Land Registry and able to fulfil their full potential.We have a strong and positive culture, a commitment to inclusivity, an emphasis on continuous learning and development, and flexible ways of working. We offer competitive pay and annual leave, attractive pension options and a wide range of other benefits.<ul><li> We have integrity – we value honesty, trust and doing the right thing in the right way.</li><li> We drive innovation – we are forward-thinking, embrace change and are continually improving our processes.</li><li> We are professional – we value and grow our knowledge and professional expertise.</li><li> We give assurance – we guarantee our services and provide confidence to the property market.</li></ul>You can find <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/land-registry/about/recruitment#what-hm-land-registry-can-offer-you" target="_blank"> more information on our rewards package on our website.</a><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/land-registry/about/recruitment#what-hm-land-registry-can-offer-you" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/land-registry/about/recruitment#what-hm-land-registry-can-offer-you</a><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>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.How to ApplyWe are working with our recruitment partner (Inspire People) for this campaign. Please submit your CV​ through the Inspire People’s website link:<a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhmlr.inspirepeople.net%2Fjobs%2Fhead-of-cyber-security%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cannie.roberts%40landregistry.gov.uk%7C8beed2de3ea44c6b3d9108de4e9bc880%7C236309a8284b4e57a7b3fc767736f69d%7C0%7C0%7C639034628486021386%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=VbL5xpS1bpuS8zkvdnCGh56VZoLfRU4p2%2FXyEskTcVo%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://hmlr.inspirepeople.net/jobs/head-of-cyber-security/</a>Your CV will need to outline how you meet all the Technical Skills and Essential ExperienceInspire People will assess your CV and compile a longlist of applications for HM Land Registry to sift.If you progress through this stage, you will be asked to complete a short, pre-recorded video with Inspire People on the essential experience, details will be provided on invitation. HM Land Registry will then sift these applications.If successful at shortlisting stage, you will be invited to attend a virtual, blended interview and deliver a pre-prepared presentation. Details will be provided on invitation to interview. The blended interview will test the Experience, Behaviours and Technical skills listed in the Candidate PackCandidates can refer to notes within their video interview but they should be used as a prompt only.HMLR is accredited to the Disability Confident Scheme, which denotes organisations which have a positive attitude towards disabled people. If you require the panel to consider a reasonable adjustment or there is anything else you would like the panel to take into consideration, you are asked to notify us of this at application stage where possible or during the process as soon as it becomes a requirement.Should you be unsuccessful in the role that you have applied for but demonstrate the capability for a role at a lower level, we reserve the right to discuss this opportunity with you and offer you the position without needing a further applicationSecurityThe post will require a Developed Vetting (DV) Check and will therefore be subject to further background checks, including meeting the UK minimum residency requirement of 10 years. Further details of the process and checks can be found here: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels#developed-vetting-dv" target="_blank">National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK</a>Visa SponsorshipPlease note that we will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa where a role is in a certain business critical category. This role does not meet that category, and we will not sponsor a skilled worker visa.You must ensure you have the appropriate right to work in the UK before applying. You can <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hm-land-registry-job-applicant-personal-information" target="_blank">find more information on how we use your personal data on our website</a> 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>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<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>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.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 : Alison Whitehead - Inspire People</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:alison@inspirepeople.net" target="_blank">alison@inspirepeople.net</a></li><li>Telephone : 020 7871 8555</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:alison@inspirepeople.net" target="_blank">alison@inspirepeople.net</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance to the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, please email <a href="mailto:hrresourcingteam2@landregistry.gov.uk" target="_blank">hrresourcingteam2@landregistry.gov.uk</a> in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from HM Land Registry then you may take your complaint to the Civil Service Commission: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/making-complaint/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/making-complaint/</a> <h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzcwNzYmdmVyaWZ5PTI5NGYyZjdmM2Y1MjM3MmUwMjJhOWUzNDI2ZGM2ZTY4" target="_blank">Head of Cyber Security (2nd Line) - Candidate Pack Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 2112kB)<h4>Share this page</h4><ul><li><a href="#">Print</a>$(document).ready(function(){$('#print_button').show();});</li><li><a href="mailto:?subject=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20Head%20of%20Cyber%20Security%20%282nd%20Line%29%20%28reference%20%3A%20443483%29%20with%20you&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1982874.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk" target="_blank">Email</a></li><li><a href="https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?view=cm&amp;source=mailto&amp;body=I%20have%20found%20this%20opportunity%20on%20Civil%20Service%20Jobs%20and%20thought%20you%20might%20be%20interested.%0D%0A%0D%0ACheck%20it%20out%20by%20clicking%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1982874.%20%0D%0A%0D%0AIf%20you%20are%20interested%20in%20a%20career%20in%20the%20Civil%20Service%20you%20can%20search%20for%20opportunities%20at%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk&amp;su=I%20would%20like%20to%20share%20Head%20of%20Cyber%20Security%20%282nd%20Line%29%20%28reference%20%3A%20443483%29%20with%20you" target="_blank">Gmail</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1982874" target="_blank">Facebook</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk%2Fcsr%2Fjobs.cgi%3Fjcode%3D1982874" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></li></ul><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/disability-confident-campaign" target="_blank"></a><a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/disability-confident-campaign" target="_blank"></a>

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<h4>Job summary</h4>The VacancyWe are recruiting for the role of Complaints and Correspondence Caseworker in our Complaints and Correspondence team covering work across the organisation. This role is a 12 month fixed - term contract. Whilst this role is part of a team that works flexibly and remotely your location doesn’t always have to be a critical consideration. However, there may be travel to our offices in Central London and Coventry for training and development meetings occasionally. <h4>Job description</h4> Let us tell you a bit more about the role… Cafcass provides an independent voice for children in the family courts. Children, and the people who matter most to them, are at the centre of our work. By joining our Complaints and Correspondence team as a Caseworker you will undertake a variety of work from supporting families through their complaint or correspondence journey to promoting improved engagement across a mixed portfolio of stakeholders: Ombudsman, MPs or our colleagues in other government functions to name a few. Some of your tasks will include taking ownership and responsibility for your own case load whilst interacting with families or their representatives. You’ll also work with a range of colleagues across Cafcass, identifying appropriate subject matter and looking up information to reflect Cafcass’ key messages and policy positions If you consider yourself a problem solver, if you’re curious and want to get to the bottom of things, this role will provide engagement and reward. <h4>Person specification</h4>… and what we’re looking for. Drawing on your expertise in a customer focused environment you will: <ul><li>Be able to manage your caseload and take ownership of the end-to-end journey for each complaint or piece of correspondence, with support from your colleagues. </li></ul><ul><li>Adapt your approach to suit the family member, colleague or stakeholder you are working with, in a professional and compassionate manner. </li></ul><ul><li>Sensitively and compassionately communicate via email and phone to obtain relevant information to support the resolution of complaints and other correspondence. </li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>Excellent pension -19.4% employer contribution to Local Government Pension scheme, potentially building on your current pension.</li><li>Generous holidays- 28 days holiday (including three for Christmas) rising to 33 days with five years continuous service, which could include your current employment. You can also buy more holiday or sell any you do not need.</li><li>Flexible working -Most colleagues work in a hybrid way, having the benefits of working both from the office and home, we also accommodate flexible working requests (e.g. 9-day fortnights).</li><li>Exclusive discounts -Generous discounts with wide range of companies covering leisure, technology, travel, personal finance, fashion and supermarkets.</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>Next steps / timelines If and when you are ready to apply, our application process is straightforward and quick to complete. You don’t need to complete your application in a single visit, you can start it and come back and amend your responses/update your CV, just make sure you come back before the closing date to submit.Below we have given you an indication of a timetable we are hoping to work towards, although dates are subject to change.Closing date: 11th January 2026Initial interview: 16th January 2026Final/Assessment Interview: 23rd and 26th January 2026 (Written task to complete) 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>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<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 : Sophie Cappleman</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Sophie.Cappleman@cafcass.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sophie.Cappleman@cafcass.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Narinder.kaur2@cafcass.gov.uk" target="_blank">Narinder.kaur2@cafcass.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://www.cafcass.gov.uk/working-for-us" target="_blank">https://www.cafcass.gov.uk/working-for-us</a>

Complaints and Correspondence Caseworker

<h4>Job summary</h4>This position is based Nationally <h4>Job description</h4>About OPGEstablished in 2007 following the Mental Capacity Act 2005, OPG is an Executive Agency of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) protects people in England and Wales who may not have the mental capacity to make certain decisions for themselves. We are responsible for registering lasting and enduring powers of attorney and supervising court-appointed deputies, helping to safeguard the rights and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals. OPG is a fantastic place to work, offering a range of development opportunities and a supportive, inclusive environment that reflects the diverse community we serve. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting equality, wellbeing, and work–life balance, enabling our people to thrive and perform at their best. We are currently delivering an ambitious multi-year transformation programme to improve how we provide services and meet the growing needs of our users and partners. This transformation will enhance user experience, strengthen our ability to support adults at risk, and ensure our services remain accessible, sustainable, and high quality. Our Team! The People Change Team sits within People Services, part of the Strategy and Central Services Directorate. It is a small but high-impact team working collaboratively across People Services and the wider organisation. The team leads on the development and delivery of OPG’s Strategic Workforce Plan and the people-focused elements of the transformation portfolio. Our purpose is to ensure OPG has the right people, culture, and capability to deliver its priorities, now and in the future, by leading workforce planning and enabling effective organisational change. Duties and Responsibilities • Support the development and delivery of the strategic workforce plan, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and budgets. • Lead and coordinate people-focused change activity across transformation projects, including managing the Change Champions Network. • Support the development and implementation of change management plans that address the people impacts of organisational change. • Analyse workforce data and trends to provide insights, identify risks and opportunities to provide insight and inform evidence-based decision-making. • Produce clear, accessible reports, briefings, and presentations for senior leaders, committees, and wider stakeholders. • Develop and deliver engagement approaches such as FAQs, focus groups and pulse surveys, providing analysis and recommendations of actions. • Collaborate with senior leaders, HR colleagues, and cross-government networks to share best practice and drive improvement. • Represent People Services at meetings and working groups, providing professional advice on people change and workforce planning. • Manage competing priorities effectively, delivering high quality outputs within tight deadlines. • Take responsibility for personal development, maintaining and enhancing professional knowledge in change management, HR, and workforce planning. The successful candidate will be expected to work from their base location on a weekly basis in line with current Civil Service requirements, outside of any reasonable adjustments. There may be occasional travel to other OPG offices. Skills and Experience Essential • Experience supporting organisational changes or transformation initiatives. • Ability to work independently, managing competing priorities and delivering to tight deadlines. • Experience of building effective relationships and partnerships across teams and functions. • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to engage and influence at all levels. • Skilled in analysing and interpreting data to support evidence-based decisions and insight generation. • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint and Excel, for data analysis and reporting. Desirable • Knowledge of HR policies, processes, and functions, including experience within an HR environment. • Experience in workforce planning or related HR disciplines. • Experience using Power Bi or similar applications. Application process This campaign will follow the Civil Service Success Profiles framework. As part of your application, you will need to provide: A Statement of Suitability (up to 750 words) demonstrating how you meet the essential skills and experience. A Behavioural Example (up to 250 words) based on the behaviour: Seeing the Bigger Picture at SEO level. In the event of a high number of applications, the lead criterion will be the behaviour Seeing the Bigger Picture. Interview process If your statement provides evidence of the essential skills that meet the standards expected, you will be invited to an interview which will use the Civil Service Success Profiles. At interview, candidates should expect questions on the following behaviours at Senior Executive Officer (SEO) level: • Making Effective Decisions. • Seeing the Bigger Picture. • Working Together. Candidates will also be asked strength-based questions. Strength-based questions explore what you naturally enjoy and do well. They focus on your motivations and energy, helping assess where your strengths align with the role rather than just your past experience. All interviews will be held remotely via MS Teams. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview. Please get in contact with us if you require any reasonable adjustments to support your interview. Reasonable adjustments during the application process At OPG we consider all applications on the basis of merit and want you to feel able to demonstrate your full potential whatever type of assessment is used. If you require any reasonable adjustments for any aspect of the selection process, do not hesitate to get in contact with us. As a Disability Confident organisation, we will offer a guaranteed interview to candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria for this role. If you are applying for a role within OPG and would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please indicate this in your application and let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the selection process. <h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £42,914, Office of the Public Guardian contributes £12,432 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><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul> For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><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>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Strengths.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a> 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>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a> <a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13430?entityId=13430" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13430?entityId=13430</a>

Office of the Public Guardian

People Change and Workforce Planning Manager (Ref: 13430)

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4>Proud to serve. Proud to keep justice going.Our Team Leaders play a critical role in helping deliver justice, this role will enable you to demonstrate and develop your leadership skills. You are responsible for making sure your team deliver excellent administrative support and customer service to service users, judiciary and management. About usHM Courts &amp; Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family Courts and Tribunals in England and Wales. Our roles support our service users and colleagues within HMCTS, where people and businesses access potentially life-changing justice. We’re looking for individuals who are committed to public service and making a difference in people’s lives to deliver justice. If you are interested in developing a career with a real purpose, please apply. Your roleYou will be responsible for the efficient use of courtrooms and court staff through the effective listing and control of court business. This will include maintaining the court diary system as well as controlling and co-ordinating the allocation of work to courtrooms to secure optimum use of resources while minimising delay and wasted time. You will set your team priorities and objectives so that performance targets are met and work with other court teams to ensure that judicial resources are available to meet scheduled hearing dates. You will also work with the Judiciary and Legal Advisers to deal with case adjournments, remit cases and other listing matters. This is a challenging and rewarding role, key to the smooth running of operational functions throughout HMCTS. We’re committed to helping you develop your leadership skills, through our HMCTS leadership offer. This provides a wide range of activities from development programmes to accessible bite-size guides to help build your ability and confidence to lead, guide and inspire others. Your skills and experience<ul><li>Ability to motivate and support your team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve effective performance. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working in an administrative role in a customer-focussed environment </li></ul><ul><li>IT proficient with the ability to learn and adapt to different technologies and software packages. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills </li></ul>Please refer to the job descriptionattachment for more information. Further details:New recruits to the Civil Service joining MoJ are expected to join at the band minimum. These operational roles are customer facing, requiring successful applicants to be office based to provide HMCTS services to the public. Standard full time working hours are 37 hours per week. This is a business-critical role requiring full time hours only covering 5 working days. Skilled Worker Visa This role is not eligible for new Skilled Worker visas in accordance with the current immigration rules. From 22 July 2025, the Government introduced changes to the Skilled Worker visa route. The department cannot consider sponsoring you for this role unless you have held a Skilled Worker visa prior to the 22 July 2025 changes. If you have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously, please raise this during your vetting checks and eligibility will be assessed in accordance with the immigration rules and transitional provisions in place. If you are applying for this role and you have not held a Skilled Worker visa prior to the 22 July 2025 changes, you will need to consider your options for obtaining and/or maintaining your right to work in the UK in light of these changes. Successful applicants must ensure they have and maintain the legal right to live and work in the Civil Service and in the United Kingdom. The Department will continue to comply with UK Immigration Rules applied in the UK and Civil Service. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">You can read more about Skilled Worker visas and the eligibility criteria here.</a><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:<ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Leadership</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £29,303, HM Courts and Tribunals Service contributes £8,489 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><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul> For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><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>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a> 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>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.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 : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a> <a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13468?entityId=13468" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13468?entityId=13468</a>

HM Courts and Tribunals Service

Listing Officer (Ref: 13468)

<h4>Job summary</h4>We are recruiting for a Senior Business Services Manager (Operations) to lead and innovate our operational business services, supporting children, families, and the courts across England.The office base is flexible for this role, however there is an expectation of frequent travel to offices across the country as required in order to carry out your duties.<h4>Job description</h4>Let us tell you a little more about the role…As the national lead for operational business services, you will:<ul><li>Oversee and develop business service teams, ensuring the efficient workflow of children’s cases from application to closure.</li><li>Lead the implementation of best-practice processes and systems, driving service efficiency and effectiveness.</li><li>Ensure excellent customer service is provided to all visitors at local offices.</li><li>Play a key role in strategic planning, performance analysis, and quality assurance.</li><li>Manage budgets (£2m–£5m), resources, and staff, fostering a culture of resilience, learning, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Champion the wellbeing, morale, and engagement of your workforce, ensuring alignment with Cafcass’s values and the Together framework.</li><li>Represent Cafcass at internal and external meetings, and act as deputy for the Head of Business and Family Support Services when required</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4>As the national lead for our Operational Business Services, you will have:<ul><li>Degree-level education or equivalent professional qualification.</li><li>Extensive management experience in business services within a medium to large, ideally national, organization.</li><li>Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and deliver business improvements.</li><li>Strong people management skills, including performance management and staff development.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively.</li><li>Analytical, creative, and proactive approach to problem-solving.</li><li>Commitment to equality, diversity, and the needs of children.</li><li>Willingness to travel across the UK as required.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</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>If and when you are ready to apply, our application process is straightforward and quick to complete. You don’t need to complete your application in a single visit, you can start it and come back and amend your responses / update your CV, just make sure you come back before the closing date to submit. Below we have given you an indication of a timetable we are hoping to work towards, although dates are subject to change. Closing date: Sunday, 11th January 2026Initial interview: Monday, 19th January 2026 via TeamsFinal Interview: Friday, 23rd January 2026 at the Coventry Office 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>Medical</h4>Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.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 : Narinder Kaur</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:narinder.kaur2@cafcass.gov.uk" target="_blank">narinder.kaur2@cafcass.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:narinder.kaur2@cafcass.gov.uk" target="_blank">narinder.kaur2@cafcass.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4><a href="https://cafcass.current-vacancies.com" target="_blank">https://cafcass.current-vacancies.com</a>

Senior Business Services Manager (Operations)

About the BoroughWith a workforce of two hundred colleagues we're small enough to be friendly and large enough to give you scope to develop and progress your career. We are based in Sutton Town Centre with great transport links in and out of London.&nbsp; Our colleagues work and engage with residents in the borough and wider for our private sector colleagues. At SHP our strength and depth lies primarily in the knowledge, experience and commitment of our colleagues; to deliver excellent services to residents. As a landlord organisation this means enabling families and households to be safe in their homes, sustain their tenancy and lead healthy and rewarding lives.&nbsp; About the Service and TeamThe Customer Experience Team are the first point of contact by phone, email and in person.&nbsp; We respond to queries, triage and raise Repairs requests, complete admin tasks and seek resolutions on behalf of our residents&nbsp;About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateOur ideal person will be reactive, able to work in a team environment, have an enquiring mind and able to advocate on behalf of others.Our Offer to YouColleagues at SHP take pride in delivering our priorities and working in&nbsp; rewarding careers. In turn, we strive to reward them fairly through SHP’s pay and reward systems. Roles are reviewed to ensure pay reflects the responsibilities of the individual in line with our systems.&nbsp;&nbsp;A good work-life balance is important and our key benefits are:<ul><li>Membership of the <a href="https://www.lgpsmember.org/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (opens in new window) </a>– a career average scheme where employees contribute between 5.5% and 12% .&nbsp; Sutton Housing Partnership contribution rate to your pension is 18.4% from 1 April 2025 .&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Annual leave of either 28 or 33 days per year (depending on the role) plus paid time off on bank holidays.</li><li>Simply Health Cash Plan which allows colleagues to claim cashback on dental, optical, consultations and scans.</li><li>Employee Benefits to include cycle to work scheme and a range of discounts schemes&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme is a confidential, independent, expert provider of employee support services paid for by SHP to help you balance and discuss issues in your work, family and personal life. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year</li><li>Investment in your learning&nbsp; and development; My Learning account is set up for every member of staff with access to e-learning modules and Instructor led training.&nbsp; Opportunities for external training that meet both individual and strategic requirements are considered through an application process. </li></ul>Application ProcessBefore applying please refer to the job profile and ensure you meet the essential criteria. You will then need to complete the online application form, adding a supporting statement addressing how you meet the criteria outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. Our managers are advised to set up interview panels to be diverse to reduce bias, where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforceWe guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role and ensure that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming organisation and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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London Borough of Sutton

Customer Experience Specialist - 6 Months Fixed Term Contract

About the BoroughWith a workforce of two hundred colleagues we're small enough to be friendly and large enough to give you scope to develop and progress your career. We are based in Sutton Town Centre with great transport links in and out of London.&nbsp; Our colleagues work and engage with residents in the borough and wider for our private sector colleagues. At SHP our strength and depth lies primarily in the knowledge, experience and commitment of our colleagues; to deliver excellent services to residents. As a landlord organisation this means enabling families and households to be safe in their homes, sustain their tenancy and lead healthy and rewarding lives.&nbsp; About the Service and TeamKickstart Your Finance Career: Finance Assistant Opportunity!Location: Sutton Gate, ResourcesSalary: Band 2An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team as a Finance Assistant, as the current postholder has been successfully promoted! This is a fantastic chance for someone looking to start a rewarding career in Finance. About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateThe RoleAs our Finance Assistant, you will be the first point of contact for internal and external customers on financial matters and provide vital administrative support to the Finance Team. Your day-to-day work will be key to the efficient running of the department, involving the timely payment of invoices, administration of expenses, and accurate transaction processing for general ledger and customer accounts. Key duties include processing purchase and sales ledger invoices and supporting 1st stage arrears collection.We are looking for someone with the following Essential Skills &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Customer Focused: A solution-based approach to dealing with enquiries.</li><li>Clear Communication: The ability to explain complex financial matters in non-technical terms.</li><li>Accuracy &amp; Efficiency: Accurate and efficient data input skills are a must.</li><li>Organised: Proven ability to effectively manage and prioritise workload to meet performance targets.</li></ul>Qualifications or Proven Experience:<ul><li>Minimum of 5 x GCSE at Grades 9-4 (A*-C) including Maths &amp; English (or equivalent).</li><li>IT Confidence: Confident in the use of IT, particularly spreadsheets.</li></ul>Our Values:We are guided by our H.O.M.E. Values: High Performing, One Team, Make it Happen, and Excellent Customer Service. If you are ready to take ownership, collaborate positively, and continuously look for improvements, we encourage you to apply!Our Offer to YouColleagues at SHP take pride in delivering our priorities and working in&nbsp; rewarding careers. In turn, we strive to reward them fairly through SHP’s pay and reward systems. Roles are reviewed to ensure pay reflects the responsibilities of the individual in line with our systems.&nbsp;&nbsp;A good work-life balance is important and our key benefits are:<ul><li>Membership of the <a href="https://www.lgpsmember.org/" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (opens in new window) </a>– a career average scheme where employees contribute between 5.5% and 12% .&nbsp; Sutton Housing Partnership contribution rate to your pension is 18.4% from 1 April 2025 .&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Annual leave of either 28 or 33 days per year (depending on the role) plus paid time off on bank holidays.</li><li>Simply Health Cash Plan which allows colleagues to claim cashback on dental, optical, consultations and scans.</li><li>Employee Benefits to include cycle to work scheme and a range of discounts schemes&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme is a confidential, independent, expert provider of employee support services paid for by SHP to help you balance and discuss issues in your work, family and personal life. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year</li><li>Investment in your learning&nbsp; and development; My Learning account is set up for every member of staff with access to e-learning modules and Instructor led training.&nbsp; Opportunities for external training that meet both individual and strategic requirements are considered through an application process. </li></ul>Application ProcessBefore applying please refer to the job profile and ensure you meet the essential criteria. You will then need to complete the online application form, adding a supporting statement addressing how you meet the criteria outlined in the job profile.The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.&nbsp;We anonymise all applications received to reduce conscious and unconscious bias enabling every application to be reviewed on the knowledge, skills and experience shown in your application. Our managers are advised to set up interview panels to be diverse to reduce bias, where possible. We are fully committed to removing barriers and enhancing the diversity of our workforceWe guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role and ensure that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. Additional InformationWe are proud to be a diverse and welcoming organisation and we strive to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve, and instil a sense of belonging in our staff. We celebrate and respect differences and appreciate the value of having a diverse workforce, therefore we welcome applications from under represented groups.The UK has a points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/new-immigration-system-what-you-need-to-know" target="_blank">GOV.UK website</a> for right to work guidance. Sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.





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Finance Assistant

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families?Do you have the drive to support and empower young people to achieve their full potential? If so, Birmingham Children’s Trust wants you! We are recruiting for a talented and passionate individual to join the Trust as a Team Manager within our busy and creative Children in Care Service.You will lead and coach your team to provide outstanding performance within their individual roles. You will oversee care planning for our children and young people, where we strive to achieve permanence at the earliest opportunity. You will manage the day-to-day requirements of a busy Children in Care team where one day is never the same.Supporting your team to form consistent relationships and connections with children and young people through a trauma informed lens is central to our work. You will work in collaboration with other professionals across the Trust and alongside other agencies, upholding the values of the Trust in all interactions.You will be responsible for delivering and disseminating service priorities within your team, whilst ensuring high standards of practice and positive outcomes for children. This is a varied and vigorous role, and requires an ambitious, forward-thinking individual who is able to create an aspirational team culture.This is a fantastic opportunity, working in a supportive collaborative environment where children and young people are at the heart of everything we do. The role is integral to realising our vision and you will lead a team of social workers, adopting our connections count, relationship-based practice model, in ensuring good quality services for children in care and those subject to care proceedings.About you<ul> <li>You will have excellent time management and organisations skills to oversee your dedicated team.</li> <li>You will demonstrate high levels of resilience, managing and prioritizing demanding workloads.</li> <li>Excellent people management and strong leadership skills to manage your own team.</li> <li>You will be able to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external partner agencies to ensure positive outcomes for children in care.</li> <li>Be a good problem solver, supporting your team of practitioners to make best interest decisions for children in line with legislative, regulatory and best practice guidelines.</li> <li>You will use management information systems to maintain and drive good performance and quality of the practice in your team.</li> <li>You will demonstrate professionalism, leadership and accountability and possess excellent skills in problem solving, analysis and planning. </li></ul>Our Benefits: <ul> <li>An incentive payment of £1,000 paid in full in your first months’ salary (T&amp;C’s apply)</li> <li>Retention bonus of £5,000 per annum paid in monthly instalments (T&amp;C’s apply)</li> <li>Relocation Allowance of up to £8,000 (T&amp;C’s apply)</li> <li>We pay your Social Work England registration fee</li> <li>We pay your DBS application fee and reimburse your update service fee</li> <li>A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.</li> <li>Early finish every Friday!</li> <li>Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme which gives you the chance to drive a brand-new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount as part of a salary sacrifice initiative. With no deposits or credit checks required a range of all-inclusive driving packages</li> <li>Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use! Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health &amp; Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns, to support the needs of the Trust and to ensure a positive work/life balance for our employees</li> <li>You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme</li> <li>Discounted gym memberships with Pure Gym and Nuffield Health</li></ul> 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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Birmingham Children's Trust

Team Manager - Children in Care

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families? Starting Point, Derbyshire's leading front door service, is currently seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our dynamic team. At Derbyshire County Council, we are dedicated to making a difference in Derbyshire by investing in our team members!At Starting Point, we are driven by the goal of providing exceptional services to children and families across Derbyshire. As a Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in assessing requests for intervention and determining the appropriate support needed. The work environment is fast-paced, requiring confident decision-making and effective teamwork. Building strong relationships with partner agencies and localities within Derbyshire is vital to ensure successful collaboration.Derbyshire is committed to bolstering its social work workforce as part of our strategy to reduce caseloads and foster effective relationships with children and families through a systemic approach. Our vision is to inspire and empower children, young people, and their families to reach their fullest potential.Requirements :<ul><li>BA Honours in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England (refer to job and person profile for detailed information).</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a person-centred approach to building rapport and relationships with children and families.</li><li>Reflective practice and development capabilities, enabling flexible and thoughtful social work interventions.</li></ul>This role also attracts a market supplement. This is a separate payment made in addition to the normal salary as detailed below. All market supplement payments are reviewed 6 months prior to their proposed end date to determine whether the supplement should continue.We value the dedication and commitment of our social workers and believe in rewarding their efforts. We offer an attractive package that ensures ongoing support and recognition:<ul><li>Manageable caseloads to maintain work-life balance.</li><li>Diverse range of cases for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.</li><li>Effective leadership and management, reducing risks for social workers and the families they support.</li><li>Excellent supervision and a supportive peer network.</li><li>Accelerated pay progression opportunities for frontline social workers following their ASYE.</li><li>Systemic training equivalent to a foundation-level Post Graduate Certificate.</li><li>Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities worth over £5000, including leadership and management development.</li><li>Corporate membership with Research in Practice, granting access to reputable, evidence-based research, training, and resources.</li><li>Opportunities for further formal qualifications and career advancement through our career pathways.</li><li>DBS check and Social Work England registration fee reimbursed by us.</li></ul>To get more insight on what it’s like to be a Social Worker in Derbyshire and what progression may look like for you, <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/working-for-us/jobs/social-work/be-a-social-worker-for-derbyshire.aspx" target="_blank">click here</a>.Benefits:<ul><li>Local Government Pension Scheme.</li><li>Employee Discount and Rewards Scheme</li><li>Generous annual leave and flexible working hours.</li><li>Travel expenses.</li><li>Discounted leisure centre memberships.</li><li>Free on-site parking at most locations.</li><li>In-house counselling service.</li><li>Occupational health service.</li><li>Access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist.</li><li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li></ul>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>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Derbyshire County Council

Social Worker (Starting Point)

The Governors and the school team at Grange Primary School in Long Eaton, are looking for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our happy and forward-thinking team from April 2026. We are an inclusive school, a proud recipient of the SEND Inclusion Award, where the development of the whole child continues to be at the heart of our philosophy of ‘Living, Learning and Laughing’.We are looking for somebody who:<ul><li>is energetic, creative and passionate about learning and development. </li><li>is an excellent practitioner who has high expectations and aspirations for all children.</li><li>has previous experience, skills and the relevant qualifications to effectively support SEND children in their early stages of learning and development</li><li>is able to draw on a bank of prior skills and knowledge to effectively support children in their next steps in learning and development.</li></ul><ul><li>Is a highly organised individual who has a good level of written and verbal communication.</li><li>Is able to track and monitor the progress of the children they support and provide feedback to class teachers in a timely manner.</li><li>Has a high standard of professionalism and the is able to hold professional conversations with all stakeholders.</li><li>Committed to promoting our positive values and helping to strengthen Grange Primary School’s vision and reputation as a valued part of the community. </li></ul>We welcome applications from teaching assistants who have had previous experience supporting children with SEND both on a 1:1 basis and in small groups within KS1. Applicants will be able to demonstrate their passion for SEND and be able to clearly articulate the impact and importance of both high-quality teaching and access to a bespoke curriculum for SEND children.You will be expected to lead interventions both 1:1 and in small group situations, in all areas of the curriculum, as well as contribute to adapting planning to meet the needs of the children you work with. You will be mainly supporting autistic children who have differences with communication and interaction and therefore it is essential you have experience and/or knowledge of supporting the early development of language. On occasion, you may also be required to participate in meetings that concern the educational provision for the children you support. As a school we can offer you:<ul><li>A caring and supportive school team who put children at the heart of everything they do.</li><li>Excellent CPD opportunities and leadership support.</li><li>Highly motivated children and a very supportive community.</li><li>A happy place to work with a fantastic team spirit.</li><li>Unique school grounds ideal for a broad curriculum</li></ul>The successful candidate will start employment at Grange Primary School following the Easter Break or sooner if able. Visits to the school are encouraged prior to the application deadline. Please ring 0115 9734956 if you would like to arrange a visit. Grange 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: Week commencing 2 March 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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Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant with a specialism in SEND

The Governors and the school team at Grange Primary School in Long Eaton, are looking for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our happy and forward-thinking team from April 2026.We are an inclusive school, a proud recipient of the SEND Inclusion Award, where the development of the whole child continues to be at the heart of our philosophy of ‘Living, Learning and Laughing’.An exciting opportunity has arisen to expand our SEN support in KS2. The role will include leading interventions with groups of children across KS2 and being proactive in developing experiences that support individual pupils to achieve their next milestones in development.We are looking to appoint a confident and experienced teaching assistant to work with our children with complex SEMH needs; many of whom are ASD/ADHD. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of Class Teachers and the SENCO. We are looking for somebody who:-<ul><li>Has a passion for providing the best learning opportunity for every child, igniting curiosity and developing independence.</li><li>Loves working with children and is committed to lifelong learning and self-improvement.</li><li>Has had experience of delivering intervention groups and is confident delivering SEMH based interventions.</li><li>Is a highly organised individual who has a good level of written and verbal communication.</li><li>Is able to track and monitor the progress of the children they support and provide feedback to class teachers in a timely manner.</li><li>Has a high standard of professionalism and is able to hold professional conversations with all stakeholders.</li><li>Committed to promoting our positive values and helping to strengthen Grange Primary School’s vision and reputation as a valued part of the community. </li></ul>We can offer you:<ul><li>a welcoming and supportive atmosphere in which to work with a well-resourced SEMH base.</li><li>happy children who are willing and eager to learn</li><li>enthusiastic, positive and hard-working colleagues</li><li>supportive and committed SENCO and Headteacher</li><li>positive parents who value the school</li><li>opportunities for professional development</li></ul>The successful candidate will start employment at Grange Primary School following the Easter Break or sooner if able. Visits to the school are encouraged prior to the application deadline. Please ring 0115 9734956 if you would like to arrange a visit. Grange 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: Week commencing 2 March 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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⭐Social Worker – Adult Care (DART Team)⭐We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Social Worker to join our Discharge &amp; Assessment Reviewing Team (DART). Our team plays a vital role in helping adults return home safely and live independently after hospital discharge. Working at the heart of Derbyshire communities, we provide timely assessments, community-based reviews, and sustainable support planning that promotes independence and wellbeing. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to make a tangible impact, this is the team for you.What you’ll doAs a Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Complete Care Act (2014) assessments and reviews, including complex cases.</li><li>Manage a varied caseload, ensuring statutory duties are met in a safe, accountable, and cost-effective way.</li><li>Act as duty worker on a rota basis, triaging new referrals and responding to urgent situations.</li><li>Work collaboratively with health partners, providers, and other agencies to ensure coordinated care.</li><li>Champion person-centred approaches, safeguarding, and strength-based practice in every decision.</li><li>Support the team and Social Care Practitioners with Mental Capacity Act (2005) assessments, including Best Interest decisions, and provide guidance to ensure person-centred, lawful practice.</li><li>Contribute to a positive, supportive team culture and continuous improvement.</li></ul>About youYou’ll be a proactive and compassionate Social Worker who:<ul><li>Is registered with Social Work England and committed to professional standards.</li><li>Brings strong organisational skills and professional curiosity.</li><li>Works creatively and solution-focused to achieve better outcomes.</li><li>Builds positive relationships with adults, carers, and partner organisations.</li><li>Communicates clearly and works well as part of a team.</li><li>Thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by making a difference.</li><li>Is confident in applying the Care Act 2014, Making Safeguarding Personal, and the Mental Capacity Act in practice.</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>Generous Annual Leave – 25/27 days (rising to 30/32 after 5 years) plus bank holidays - grade dependant</li><li>Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Supportive Management &amp; Team – regular supervision and strong peer support.</li><li>Training &amp; Development opportunities</li><li>Wellbeing Support Framework – occupational health, physiotherapy, CBT, and counselling.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme and Derbyshire Rewards package.</li><li>Paid Travel Expenses (T&amp;Cs apply) and Cycle to Work Scheme.</li><li>Hybrid Working – we support flexible, agile working across home, office, and the community, with the technology and support you need to succeed.</li></ul>Working for Derbyshire County Council puts you at the heart of local communities and offers the satisfaction of making a real difference to people’s lives.More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our Reward and Recognition page.For more information about the role or an informal chat, please email <a href="mailto:hazel.dillon3@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">hazel.dillon3@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date: TBCDue to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Social Worker (Discharge & Assessment Reviewing Team)

About the roleDerbyshire County Council have an exciting Residential Childrens Worker opportunity to join an experienced and supportive team at Spire Lodge.Spire Lodge is a 6 bedded short break service based in North East Derbyshire and situated close to Chesterfield town centre. We provide an Ofsted Outstanding graded service for young people aged between 8 and 17 years who may have a physical disability, moderate to severe learning disability, an autistic spectrum condition or sensory impairment.The Spire Lodge team prides themselves in their commitment and child centred approach to the young people they care for.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Delivering the holistic care and safety needs of children within the home.</li><li>Provide a service to Children within Specialist Services in accordance with legislative and policy requirements.</li><li>Assuming a parental role for the children.</li><li>Working with internal and external partners</li><li>Providing responsive care and support based on the individual needs of children and their families.</li><li>Assessing and monitoring the care needs of the children.</li><li>Escalating any emergency situations accordingly.</li><li>Being a warm, friendly and approachable member of the care team.</li></ul>What skills and qualifications will you need?<ul><li>A relationship focused and mindful approach to the care of children.</li><li>The ability to work using your own initiative.</li><li>Working within and understanding the Quality Care Standards and Children’s Homes (England) regulations 2015.</li><li>You must hold, be working towards or willing to undertake and complete the Level 3 Children and Young people’s Workforce Diploma &amp; Social Care Pathway (2015) England OR have an equivalent qualification (More information on the role can be found within the Job and Person profile).</li></ul>Residential Childrens Worker roles attract the following additional payments. This post is an overnight role, for the most part, and will include weekend and bank holiday working, as well as attendance at team meetings and reflective practice sessions. Assistant Residential Childrens Workers have the support of a Residential Childrens Worker who will sleep in, and wake, should the need arise.Plain/enhanced hoursBasic hourly rateUnsocial hours enhancementTotal hourly rateMonday to Sunday 7am-7pm: plain time£16.77£0.00£16.77Monday to Sunday 7pm-7am: plain time plus one third£16.77£5.59£22.36Bank Holidays all hours: double time£16.77£16.77£33.54Sleep-in duty, you will be paid a basic duty payment rate of £30.40. Any additional time worked because of being called to work when sleeping in will be paid at the appropriate rate for the day/time of day. Bank holidays: sleep-in duties that span into or out of a bank holiday will be enhanced to double the basic duty payment rate.What we offer you<ul><li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Generous annual leave and flexi-time scheme</li><li>Travel expenses</li><li>Discount on leisure centre memberships</li><li>Free car parking at most sites</li><li>In-house counselling services</li><li>Occupational health service</li><li>Access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li></ul>Our Commitment:<ul><li>Derbyshire provides consistent, good quality care through twelve children’s homes across the County. Our homes provide an environment where young people feel happy to live.</li><li>Under-pinned by Sensory Processing, trauma informed practice, social pedagogy and person-centred approach to inform practice, we work continuously to improve the quality of our Children’s homes, ensuring our young people have every opportunity to thrive and develop.</li></ul>Provisional Interview Date: 9th 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>The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Residential Childrens Worker (Spire Lodge)

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.Darley Churchtown CE Primary School are looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic person to join our hard-working and friendly lunchtime team. The successful candidate will provide support and promote the school’s aims, values and vision by providing high quality supervisory support. The role comprises a variety of tasks which include, supervising children whilst eating lunch and in the playground, first aid, setting up equipment, and day to day reporting. Please refer to the full job description for further details. DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions. DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, completion of a probationary period, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. 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. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). To apply please submit completed applications forms to <a href="mailto:recruitment@matlockanddales.derbyshire.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@matlockanddales.derbyshire.sch.uk</a> by Sunday 25th January 2026We will only accept applications made on DDAT application forms.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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Midday Supervisor

The children, staff and Governing Body at Holmgate Primary School and Nursery are looking for a committed, enthusiastic, midday-supervisor. Collectively, we are seeking a skilled and supportive team player with a passion for contributing to school life. At Holmgate, we can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to be part of a wonderfully supportive school community, with the success of our pupils at the heart of it. We value comprehensive CPD and aim to offer opportunities that allow our staff to feel empowered within their role, able to tackle whatever may come their way in an ever-changing profession. Successful candidates will be contacted on Monday 9th February 2026 and next steps will be provided. If you have not heard from us by Tuesday 10th February 2026 please assume you have not been successful. Interviews will take place on Monday 23rd February 2026.Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people?At Holly House School, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive. We’re looking for a creative, compassionate Learning Mentor (Teaching Assistant) with a passion for trauma-informed practice to join our dedicated team.Why Holly House?<ul><li>A Unique Setting: Holly House is a Local Authority Residential Special School for children aged 7–14 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Our school is a vibrant, supportive community where every child is valued.</li><li>A School on the Move: We’re on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. This is your opportunity to help shape our future—and the futures of our pupils.</li><li>A Place to Belong: We are a ‘community that builds ambition to achieve potential’. Here, you’ll be part of a team that celebrates every achievement and supports each other every step of the way.</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>A Nurturing Environment: We follow the Thrive Approach, providing a safe, supportive space where creativity and compassion drive everything we do.</li><li>Professional Growth: We invest in your development. You’ll have access to ongoing training, mentoring, and opportunities to advance your SEND and pedagogical skills.</li><li>A Values-Driven Culture: We promote respect, positive relationships, and unconditional positive regard. You’ll help us build a culture where every pupil can become a confident, successful learner and make a positive contribution to their community.</li></ul>Who We’re Looking For:<ul><li>Someone who is committed to high standards in the classroom and beyond.</li><li>A team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>An individual who is ambitious about their own growth and passionate about supporting pupils with SEMH needs.</li><li>Someone who shares our values of respect, inclusion, and positive behaviour support.</li></ul>Your Impact:<ul><li>You’ll help pupils build pride in themselves, develop essential skills, and celebrate their achievements—big and small.</li><li>You’ll be a role model, inspiring confidence and resilience in our young people.</li><li>You’ll be part of a team that’s making a genuine difference, every single day.</li></ul>Ready to join us?If you’re inspired by our vision and want to be part of a school where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit prior to application, please call 01246 450530 to make an appointment.Provisional Interview Date: 25 January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>





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Learning Mentor

Adult Social Care and Health is seeking to recruit a permanent, full time group manager for the Chesterfield locality.The successful candidate will take a senior leadership role for the Chesterfield area for the delivery of social work and direct care, with responsibility for two locality based long term social work teams, the Chesterfield Short Term Assessment and Reablement Team and the Chesterfield duty team.The postholder will work in a busy, dynamic geographical area, working with colleagues to deliver high quality, personalised social work support and assessment and reablement to local people, and their communities, that maximises people’s independence and wellbeing. They will lead on meeting the statutory duties outlined in the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation for the Chesterfield locality contributing to meeting the objectives of the Council Plan alongside departmental delivery plans, including the requirement to ensure that services are strengths based, focussed on people’s outcomes and cost-effective.Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including:<ul><li>Generous Annual Leave Scheme 34 days annual leave per year plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security</li><li>Supportive management and team</li><li>Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.</li><li>Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.</li><li>Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.</li><li>Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply)</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.</li><li>Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options. (Terms and conditions apply)</li><li>Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts.</li></ul>More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page.Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 9 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>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>ASCH1Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Group Manager (P and P)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families?Derbyshire Youth Justice Service seeks an experienced and motivated Family Support Worker to join a multi agency team of child-focused practitioners. You'll play a vital role in supporting children and young people who are at risk of re-offending, promoting a pro-social relationship with the community and helping them to build brighter futures.Why work for Derbyshire?Supportive Culture- Work within a learning environment that values your professional growth with a team who will support one another to reach our shared goal of positive outcomes for our children.Flexible Working- Enjoy a healthy work/life balance with flexible working arrangements.Comprehensive Training and Development Offer- Access to a wealth of training and development opportunities, designed to expand your knowledge and practice, with an emphasis on the Derbyshire Operation Model which includes Child First, Systemic and Restorative Practice.Our Mission"Child First in everything we say, do and write. We build on the strengths of children, families and communities to achieve their potential and in turn, protect the public and victims. We never give up on our children and young people."About the RoleThis is a full time post to cover maternity leave within the Chesterfield, North Dales and High Peak team. This is a hybrid working role with an office base at The Quad in Chesterfield.The position is for the role of Family Support Worker within Derbyshire Youth Justice Service. The successful candidate will join a multi agency team of professionals working within a service rated by HMIP as 'Good'. The post includes working directly with children and the professional network around them, assessing their holistic needs and creating tailored intervention plans with the aim of increasing safety and reducing risk.If you would like to discuss this role informally please contact Team Manager, Sam Munday via the email address <a href="mailto:Sam.Munday@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sam.Munday@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date : 3rd 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>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Family Support Worker (Youth Justice)

Family Help Assistant <ul><li>Chesterfield Family Help Team x1 37hr full-time position. Based at Birdholme Children’s Centre.</li></ul>Grade 6 - £25,989An exciting opportunity has arisen within Children’s Services for dynamic and committed individuals to provide direct and practical support to children and families with a wide range of complex and often challenging needs to enable them to remain in their family unit and their communities, and to ensure they remain in education, employment and training (EET).<ul><li>Build trust and confidence with vulnerable families</li><li>Improve and maintain independence of children, young people and families</li><li>Support parents/carers to manage their child’s routines</li><li>Influence parents/carers to make sustained changes to improve and enhance quality of life</li><li>Work with colleagues to deliver provision that meets the needs of young people through work that is building based and/or in a variety of “street based” environments including mobile</li><li>Guide young people and parents/carers to advice and support and health, education, employment and training.</li><li>Motivate and inspire parents/carers to address concerns about neglect</li><li>Working as part of the family help team and to ‘Think Family’ in their engagement with families and follow safeguarding procedures.</li></ul>What will I be doing:Provide direct support to children and families with practical and domestic tasks, as needed and health promotion activities in line with agreed steps developed as part of the action plans. Provide support which helps to meet social and emotional needs. Assist in tasks which support families to maintain their independence whilst keeping their children safe.Provide specific support to young people to access vacancies, benefits, allowances, courses, higher education, work and training.Alert managers to changes in family circumstances or needs and respond in emergency situations liaising with colleagues, other agencies, and carers as appropriate.Develop excellent relationships with parents/carers in order to influence them to understand how their parenting impacts on their family.What skills and experience do you need to have:<ul><li>Be enthusiastic, versatile and self-motivated with the ability to work well as part of a team. </li><li>Have experienceof working with children and families</li><li>Able to problem solve and proactively work with others.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with attention to detail</li><li>Understanding of and implementation of safeguarding procedures.</li><li>Excellent IT skills</li></ul>What we offer you:<ul><li>25 days of annual leave plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service.</li><li>Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month.</li><li>Generous local government pension scheme.</li><li>Guaranteed incremental annual pay increase.</li><li>Cycle to work scheme.</li><li>Discounts at selected county leisure centres and much <a href="https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/working-for-us/reward-and-recognition/reward-and-recognition.aspx" target="_blank">more</a>! </li></ul>We're always pleased to hear from talented people so if you're looking to join a dynamic team and have the skills and experience, we're looking for, then we'd like to hear from you. For further information please contact <a href="mailto:Samia.Hilton@derbyshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Samia.Hilton@derbyshire.gov.uk</a>Provisional Interview Date: 29th January 2026Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-recruitment/recruitment-and-contractual-arrangements/criminal-background-checks/criminal-background-checks.aspx" target="_blank">Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.</a>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CS1We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Family Help Assistant (Birdholme Childrens Centre)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service.Are you passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team? We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to work as a valued member of our dedicated kitchen team.You will be supporting the kitchen supervisor in all areas of the service at Brampton Primary, School Board Lane, Brampton, Chesterfield, S40 1DD. This may involve working at a production unit or at a servery unit. Possible tasks include food preparation, cooking, portion control, allergen compliance and preparing the dining room for service.Our Catering Assistants are our point of contact with our hungry customers. Whilst serving meals to our customers all team members help ensure that food hygiene and health &amp; safety regulations are followed. We want to help make good lunchtime memories for our customers so it is essential that you can demonstrate an attitude which is appropriate to the school environment.Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate will be required upon appointment.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>Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click <a href="https://staff.derbyshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits/my-benefits-and-discounts/my-benefits-and-discounts.aspx" target="_blank">here</a>CST1Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following <a href="https://www.acas.org.uk/young-workers-apprentices-and-work-experience" target="_blank">ACAS link</a> is understood before applyingWe welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.<ul></ul>

Catering Assistant (Brampton Primary School)

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Business Support Team Leader within our Children's Services division responsible for providing support to the service.The duties include line management of business support officers, liaising with other team leaders across the service to ensure peaks are managed, and ensuring effective administration support is provided at all times. You will also work closely with the Heads of Service to ensure work is allocated and prioritised effectively. Other duties include providing meeting support as required, maintaining financial records and undertaking project work.<h4>About you</h4><ul><li>You will hold an NVQ3 in Business Administration and have a good standard of education (minimum GCSE grade 5 or above), including Maths and English.</li><li>You will be required to work 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday). This role has been assessed as Hybrid, meaning that you will be expected to work in the office for a minimum of 3 days per week and have the option to home work on the other days.</li><li>Experience of managing a team, providing one-to-one supervision and performance reviews is essential, as well as some knowledge of managing absence, disciplinary and performance procedures.</li><li>A sound knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and their application is essential.</li></ul><h4> Career Progression Framework</h4>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The Children's Social Work Team are seeking a Business Support Team Leader to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. <h4>Our organisation</h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

This is Medway

Business Support Team Leader

We are currently recruiting a Social Worker to join our 16+ Care Leavers Service. We are proud to be ‘Good’ in Medway and are determined to build on the great work that has been done so far to improve the services for our children, young people and families.You will provide a high quality and effective professional casework service for young people in care as they transition to independence, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker’s experience. This role is a case holding role of 16, 17 and 18 year old young people in care. You will have knowledge of care proceedings and will support young people by ensuring pathways are followed, prior to leaving care and handing over to a Personal Advisor within the team.<h4>About You</h4><ul><li>You will hold a degree in Social Work – CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.</li><li>You will have successfully completed your ASYE and have a minimum of 1 years’ practice as a social worker, working with children and families.</li><li>You will have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.</li></ul><h4> </h4><h4>Our Offer</h4>We are proud to offer a range of benefits including –<ul><li>A generous annual leave entitlement up to 30 days plus bank holidays</li><li>An excellent local government pension scheme</li><li>An essential car user allowance with option to apply for a lease car after six months.</li><li>Free car parking</li><li>Hybrid working - enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office). Assessment Teams are office based for duty weeks.</li><li>Relocation package of up to £8,000</li><li>A range of staff benefits and discounts including access to fantastic discounts and savings on shops and services, travel discounts, health and wellbeing support, and an employee assistance service.</li><li>Access to <a href="https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200255/childrens_social_worker_jobs/759/professional_development" target="_blank">professional development and support</a> including Community Care Inform.</li><li>Hybrid working style </li></ul> <h4>Our organisation: </h4>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<h4>Important Information-</h4>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or ageFor further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view onlinePlease be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Social Worker - 16+ Care Leavers Team

This opportunity is currently being offered as a zero-hour contract, however, as the service develops a permanent contract may be offered, though this is not guaranteed.We are seeking a Project Officer co-ordinator to join the HealthyWay Plus team. You will be required to contribute and deliver an evidence-based weight management programme to improve health and wellbeing in Medway by supporting the achievement of local and national strategies relating to Public Health.The post holder must have a minimum of one year’s experience in a weight management setting ideally including groups. Additionally, the role will include administrative support relating to the courses the post holder runs. This includes collecting accurate data and sending emails to client, health care professionals and wider Public Health teams. The successful post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Katherine Williams on <a href="mailto:katherine.williams@medway.gov.uk" target="_blank">katherine.williams@medway.gov.uk</a> Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. The salary you will be offered will be at level A. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. We are seeking a Public Health Project Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Public Health Project Officer

Title: Pre-constructionProject Manager x 2Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time,35 hours per weekSalary: £55,270 per annum to£61,018 per annum dependant on experience. *Plus Essential Car User Allowance£1,300Grade: 10Reporting Office: London, Stratford Persona: Agile Worker: 20% - 40% ofcontractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybridworking)Homebased Worker: Contractual hours to be worked on a remote basis, with ad hoc office attendance as requiredWorking Pattern: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Closing Date: 23rd January2026 at 11pmInterview Dates: Friday6th February 2026 face to face interview at our Stratford Office.<a href="https://lqgroup.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAJOxn0uaIw998B27m1Z2faQWO8tA9aqlPbIHoaKUzMf+6ms12aabxWCR9657cBtA/V/hQhWGMZCq3+9KGBHV+we" target="_blank">Role Profile - Pre-construction Project Manager x 2.docx</a> <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">Benefits</a> include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq/benefits" target="_blank">many more</a>…Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.Join our Major Works Team at L&amp;Q:This is a new role and an exciting opportunity to join out pre-construction team within the major works department. This is to manage pre-construction activities for fire remediation projects on the replacement of external wall systems (EWS) for our existing buildings. You will also need knowledge of gateway applications for high rise buildings. All projects must be developed into an efficient de-risked solution to which our partners/contractors can deliver. You will works as part of the pre-construction fire team which is the glue between asset strategy, housing management, commercial, compliance and regional delivery. You will report into the Regional Programme Manager of Pre-construction, manage a number of projects to ensure all pre-construction activities are completed, so projects can be passed to the regional delivery team ready for the construction phase. Your impact in the role:You may need to support our other regional teams for our capital works programme. Translating multiple data sources into deliverable projects on site. Including design, technical specification, costed reviews of proposals and assessing deliverability of projects throughout all pre-construction stages. Covering refurbishment, planned investment, mechanical and electrical works and fire safety remediation.Your will need to be a good team player, have excellent communication and people skills to work well within a team. Worked within a capital works team, managed EWS Projects previously.You will need to build key relationships with our Building safety Team, major works delivery regions, Asset Strategy, Commercial teams, finance and housing management.What you'll bring:<ul><li>Proven experience in project management, with strong customer service skills.</li><li> In-depth understanding of EWS remediation and façade safety.</li><li>Practical experience of Gateway applications under the Building Safety Act for high-rise buildings.</li><li>Strong financial and commercial acumen, including risk management and high-level reporting.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder collaboration and influencing skills.</li><li>Strong IT and data capability, including experience managing asset data and excellent MS Office skills.</li><li>Good working knowledge of standard measured term or partnering contracts.</li><li>Strong understanding of fire risk compliance and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of pre-construction processes: design, specifications, tendering, planning, building regulations, CDM 2015, and leaseholder consultation (Section 20).</li><li>HNC in a construction-related discipline or equivalent relevant experience.</li></ul>If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email <a href="mailto:lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">lqcareers@lqgroup.org.uk</a>About L&amp;Q:We’re one of the UK’s leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people’s health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life.250,000 people call our properties ‘home’, and we’re proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. People are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/-/media/files/careers/behavioural-framework.pdf" target="_blank">values and behavioural framework</a>, which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&amp;Q.At L&amp;Q, we know that diversity and inclusion make us stronger – and they’re at the heart of everything we do.When we recruit, we look at what really matters: your skills, experience, and potential. We’re proud to be recognised for creating an inclusive workplace. We’re a Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) and we’ve introduced our own Recruitment Advocate scheme to make sure every step of our hiring process is fair, transparent, and consistent. It’s all part of our commitment to ending discrimination and making L&amp;Q a place where everyone feels welcome. Fine out more <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/about-landq/our-vision-and-values/ethics-and-diversity" target="_blank">here</a>. Sustainability is also at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK’s largest housing associations.Click <a href="https://www.lqgroup.org.uk/working-at-landq/why-work-for-landq" target="_blank">here</a> to find out more about L&amp;Q and why you should join us!*ECU Allowance is paid in accordance with requirements of the relevant policy as updated from time to time. <ul></ul>

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