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Woking Borough Council values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please apply online via the link provided.
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Looking to kick-start a rewarding career in housing? Join us at Woking Borough Council during an exciting time of transformation in our Housing Services!
We’re seeking a self-motivated, organised, and customer-focused individual to join our busy Resident Services Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tenancy management while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll support the team with a wide range of tenancy-related administration, including:
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<li>New tenant sign-ups</li>
<li>Rent collection and tenancy enforcement</li>
<li>Anti-social behaviour case support</li>
<li>Right to Buy applications</li>
<li>General tenancy management and customer service</li>
<li>Opportunity to learn about all aspects of the Housing Service including Repairs and Maintenance, Housing Complaints and Allocations.</li>
</ul>
You’ll be part of a professional and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality services and building safe, sustainable communities.
Apprenticeship Details:
Eligibility:
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<li>Aged 16 or over</li>
<li>Not in full-time education</li>
<li>Living in England</li>
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Training: Delivered remotely through a flexible, blended model including one-to-one sessions, group webinars, online courses, and personal study
Qualification: Level 2 – Housing &amp; Property Management Assistant (12 months plus 3 months end point assessment )
What We’re Looking For:
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<li>Strong administrative and organisational skills</li>
<li>Excellent communication and customer service abilities</li>
<li>A proactive attitude and willingness to learn</li>
<li>Passionate about communities and making a difference</li>
</ul>
What We Offer:
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<li>Generous flexi-time scheme (up to 2 flexi days per month)</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Discounted health and leisure membership</li>
<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
<li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li>
<li>This post is being offered on a fixed term contract for the duration of the qualification, up to 18 months.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Want to know more? For an informal chat about the role, contact Gerri Summers, Resident Services Manager: <a href="mailto:gerri.summers@woking.gov.uk" target="_blank">gerri.summers@woking.gov.uk</a>
Closing Date:&nbsp; 28 September 2025 @ 23:59pm Interview Dates: TBC

Housing Administrator (Apprentice)

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Job Advertisement: Senior Technician – Highway Traffic Management Team
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Technician to join our Highway Traffic Management Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the safety and functionality of our highway network while developing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
About the Role
As a Senior Technician, you will oversee and monitor minor maintenance and highway improvement works carried out by the team. Your responsibilities will include supervising projects, ensuring quality standards, and collaborating with internal and external partners to achieve the team’s objectives. You will also be involved in accident analysis, traffic regulation orders (TROs), and ensuring compliance with the authority’s statutory duties and responsibilities.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical and leadership skills in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary workplace.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
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<li>A Degree or other recognised engineering-based qualification.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Highway Maintenance, Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs), and Accident Analysis.</li>
<li>Used GIS systems and experience with the procurement of works.</li>
<li>Experience of working with both internal teams and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with elected members, members of the public and other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Prior experience in a highway-related position, ideally with an understanding or willingness to learn about the authority’s responsibilities concerning traffic regulation and safety.</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
<ul>
<li>A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions will make a tangible impact.</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and career growth.</li>
<li>The opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve road safety and community wellbeing.</li>
</ul>
Provisional interview date week commencing 13th October 2025

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Sefton Council LGA Peer Review - 2022

Senior Traffic Technician

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Job Advertisement: Senior Technician – Highway Traffic Management Team
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Technician to join our Highway Traffic Management Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the safety and functionality of our highway network while developing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
About the Role
As a Senior Technician, you will oversee and monitor minor maintenance and highway improvement works carried out by the team. Your responsibilities will include supervising projects, ensuring quality standards, and collaborating with internal and external partners to achieve the team’s objectives. You will also be involved in accident analysis, traffic regulation orders (TROs), and ensuring compliance with the authority’s statutory duties and responsibilities.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical and leadership skills in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary workplace.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
<ul>
<li>A Degree or other recognised engineering-based qualification.</li>
<li>Knowledge of Highway Maintenance, Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs), and Accident Analysis.</li>
<li>Used GIS systems and experience with the procurement of works.</li>
<li>Experience of working with both internal teams and external stakeholders.</li>
<li>Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with elected members, members of the public and other stakeholders.</li>
<li>Prior experience in a highway-related position, ideally with an understanding or willingness to learn about the authority’s responsibilities concerning traffic regulation and safety.</li>
</ul>
What We Offer
<ul>
<li>A supportive and inclusive work environment where your contributions will make a tangible impact.</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and career growth.</li>
<li>The opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve road safety and community wellbeing.</li>
</ul>
Provisional interview date week commencing 13th October 2025

Senior Traffic Technician (R)

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Closing date:&nbsp;5 October 2025 Interview date:&nbsp;17 October 2025
Winchester City Council is seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic, and self-motivated Building Control Surveyor to join our dynamic and supportive Building Control Team.&nbsp;
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-performing service that operates across 250 square miles of central Hampshire, encompassing a rich variety of historic towns, picturesque villages and attractive rural landscapes.
The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in plan checking and site inspections, along with strong communication and IT skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to effectively organise and prioritise a varied workload. A thorough understanding of the Building Act 1984, the Building Regulations, and the Building Safety Act 2022 is essential.
Applicants must hold a minimum of BSR Class 2 competency and be a member of a recognised professional body such as RICS, CABE, or an equivalent. As this is a predominantly site-based role, candidates must be capable of meeting the physical and travel demands of the position.
Previous experience in a local authority setting is desirable, as is a proactive attitude and a commitment to high standards.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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<li>26 days annual leave, rising to 33 days with length of service</li>
<li>Up to 13 additional flexi-leave days per year (subject to operational requirements)</li>
<li>Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave</li>
<li>Discounts with major high street retailers and local leisure centres</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice schemes for car and cycle to work</li>
<li>Free parking at any Winchester Park and Ride during work hours</li>
<li>Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Season ticket loans</li>
<li>A supportive and inclusive working environment</li>
<li>Ongoing support for professional development</li>
</ul>
For an informal discussion please contact David Ingram, Service Lead on 01962 848479 or via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:dingram@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">dingram@winchester.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or Adam Walker, Building Control Manager via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:awalker@winchester.gov.uk" target="_blank">awalker@winchester.gov.uk</a>.

Winchester City Council

Building Control Surveyor

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Sefton Council’s Green Sefton Service is recruiting for suitable casual staff to take care of our bird and small animal collection at Southport Botanic Gardens. 
Green Sefton is an exciting service which manages our special coast, parks and greenspaces: from our beautiful and internationally recognised coastline which supports some of the rarest flora and fauna in the country, to coastal habitats which are rarer than rainforest, through to our historic parks and gardens, 160 other greenspaces, and our sport and recreation facilities. In total, we manage around 5,500ha of land and this includes managing both inland and coastal flood risk too.&nbsp; We are a varied service indeed!
As part of the Facilities Management Team, the successful applicant(s) will assist in the day to day care of the ‘aviary’ collection, which includes exotic birds, rabbits and guinea pigs, mainly rescue animals that have been donated or gifted over a number of years.
This is a casual role, to provide holiday and sickness absence cover, so there are no set hours. Full induction and training will be given.
We are looking for applicants who clearly love working with and caring for birds and animals. You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of working in a similar setting and have suitable qualifications in animal care.
An excellent communicator, you will be an enthusiastic ambassador for the Service and keen to inform visitors to the Botanic Gardens about the collection and related topics.
Applicants should be capable of undertaking a range of practical tasks such as daily cleaning and general maintenance of the facility. You will also be expected to deal with incidents and situations that may arise, such attending to sick animals and birds.
Sefton is a diverse and exciting borough where people can enjoy a great work-life balance. It encompasses world renowned nature reserves, accessible businesses and retail centres, top class leisure facilities and some of the best coastal and countryside environments. It is an ideal location for accessing Manchester, the North West and beyond by road, rail or air.
From vibrant town centres, intimate commuter towns, beautiful villages and stunning coastal and rural locations, everyone can find their perfect home. Sefton is at the heart of the Liverpool City Region, playing an active role in ensuring its success.
Provisional Interview date week commencing 6th October 2025

Avian and Small Animal Care Ranger

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Ealing Council have an exciting new opportunity as Capital Works Pre Construction and Investment Manager available on a full time basis. At Ealing Council, we are committed to ensuring every family has a decent living income and can afford a genuinely affordable home. We strive to create communities where everyone can live a long, happy, and healthy life, full of pride and identity.
The Capital Works Pre Construction and Investment Manager role:
To provide strong leadership and motivation to conduct pre-construction analysis and planning for a significant programme of work (£60m/year), ensuring that it meets quality, cost, and time expectations.
As the Capital Works Pre Construction and Investment Manager you will:
Manage and organise staff within the Capital Works Pre Construction and Planning team to ensure effective planning and execution of investment works to council housing assets.
Ensure effective management information systems are in place to identify and prioritise investment works, integrating all available records and data for estate-based planning.
Our ideal Capital Works Pre Construction and Investment Manager will have the below skills and experience:
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<li>Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role managing pre-construction activities, with strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Experience in using and developing asset management and stock condition systems, including proficiency with computerized tools for tracking and managing asset conditions.</li>
<li>Excellent project management skills, with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously</li>
<li>Knowledge of CDM Planning/Principal Designer and client duties.</li>
<li>Knowledge of contracts, tender agreements, and procurement processes.</li>
<li>Relevant industry qualifications in construction management, such as HNC, HND, or a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related field.</li>
<li>Evidence of Continuous Professional Development</li>
</ul>
You must have the right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.
It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.
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Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.
We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.
Please note all applications will be determined on merit.
This post is subject to Ealing’s enhanced vetting process.
<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/20935/role_profile_-_capital_works_pre_construction_and_investment_manager.pdf" target="_blank">Role profile</a>

London Borough of Ealing

Capital Works Pre Construction and Investment Manager

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We are looking to recruit three Civil Enforcement Officers on a full time permanent basis,Hours:37 hours per week to be worked on a 3 week rota including early mornings, evenings and weekends. You can download the rota details below. The serviceThe Economy, Transport and Planning directorate encourages and supports sustainable transport, manages transport planning, and provides traffic management and road and street cleansing. The service plays a crucial role in supporting residents, businesses, students and thousands of daily visitors to our city. You will be involved in every part of city life, from day-to-day parking availability, to supporting events such as Victorious and the Great South Run, and helping tourists have the best possible experience of Portsmouth. Your new roleWhat if we told you that the main aim of Civil Enforcement Officers (more fondly known as Parking Attendants) is to reduce pollution, ensure the safety of the local community and support our residents and local business. Our CEOs play a key role in keeping both the roads safe and helping to improve air quality.You will foster a customer focused approach supporting the residents and visitors to our great waterfront city. To help us achieve this you will be required to patrol the areas where on and off-street parking is in operation. You will report to and be supported by a Senior Civil Enforcement Officer and you will ensure that the Traffic Management Act 2004 Regulations (and other relevant other legislations) are complied with, and as a last resort may be required to issue Penalty Charge Notices in the event of and breach of these regulations.Civil Enforcement Officers are paid a salary which is not impacted by the number of penalty charge notices they issue, there are no quotas or commission, both are prohibited by legislation. Who is the personYou will demonstrate excellent customer service skills, confidence in dealing with challenging situations and be happy to work alone or as part of a team. You will be flexible, be able to work additional hours (overtime) outside of normal core hours as and when required for special enforcement, as well as switching teams as required to cover business needs. You will be able to use your own initiative in making decisions adhering to the customer service ethos, as well as working and managing under pressure.It is a requirement that you have a full manual driving licence for this role. You will be responsible for a full range of ICT equipment including a mobile device, printer and bodycam which you will carry with the use of a vest. You must be physically fit and able to walk approx. 10 miles per day in all weathers. You will have good communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English and a willingness to take on additional training for personal development.Testimonials from our parking staff:"I joined the parking service as I wanted a job that was different; something exciting, something unique. I love working outside and enjoy getting exercise whilst getting paid! Working at the council has opened so many more opportunities to me than I would have imagined. I have been able to do an apprenticeship alongside my job and I am actively encouraged to better myself with the support of my colleagues. This makes me feel appreciated and valued.""I applied to join the parking service to do a varied job that took me outside the confines of an office. Also, I knew that working for the local authority provided excellent benefits such as generous annual leave entitlement and access to one of the best pension schemes available".Please read the job profile for the full details of this role.Additional informationPortsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.DBS Disclosure at standard level will be required prior to any offer of employment.Interview detailsIf you are shortlisted, the interview process will consist of an assessment centre and interview if successful at the assessment centre.Our recruitment processWe anonymise applications during application &amp; shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/support-for-applicants/" target="_blank">Support for applicants - Careers portal</a> To make sure your application is above the rest, please download the Job Profile below to ensure your application matches the requirements of the role. When completing your application you will be required to complete a personal statement. You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile. Please give examples of your experience and any transferrable skills. This is your opportunity to showcase yourself and your achievements. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at<a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/" target="_blank">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a>. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteriaWe look forward to speaking with you soon.We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders. About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href="https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a>Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact <a href="mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800

Civil Enforcement Officer

<h4> Location </h4> Euston Street <h4> Business Area </h4> Criminal Justice <h4> Department </h4> J - Criminal Justice Department <h4> Rank </h4> N/A <h4> Grade </h4> 5 <h4>Salary</h4>£34,329 - £38,754<h4> Part/Full Time </h4> Part Time <h4> Hours per Week </h4> 22 <h4> Additional Working Conditions </h4> Suitable for Job Share, Shift Work, Weekend Working <h4> Type of Contract </h4> Permanent <h4> Vetting Level Required </h4> MV <h4> Description </h4>Help identify criminals and bring justice to victims of crime.Join us as an Authorised Identification Officer and help deliver a high-quality, justice-focused service. You’ll carry out identification procedures from capturing suspect images to conducting witness parades and working closely with operational teams and external agencies. In this dynamic role, you will also support investigations giving evidence in court as required.There is 1 part time, 22 hour position available. This role is on a shift pattern (12.5% shift allowance rate), working over Monday to Friday either 08:00 – 16:00 or 12:00 – 20:00 with one Saturday in four, working 08:00 – 16:00. This role is fixed based. Agile working is not available.Please contact <a href="mailto:Arun.Sharma@leics.police.uk" target="_blank">Arun.Sharma@leics.police.uk</a> for further information.You’ll be <ul><li>Completing dynamic risk assessments regarding identification procedures.</li><li>Providing expert advice to aid in investigations.</li><li>Interrogating intelligence on the Facial Recognition database.</li></ul>You must <ul><li>Be skilled identifying inconsistencies and inaccuracies in information.</li><li>Have previously worked in a confidential environment.</li><li>Be proficient using IT systems to record and retrieve data.</li></ul>What’s in it for you? At Leicestershire Police, we want to create an environment that puts people first, so you feel supported in everything you do. We have a range of <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/what-we-can-offer-you" target="_blank">reward and benefits</a> available to all our employees.What’s next Please click APPLY to complete your application, telling us how you meet the essential and desirable criteria by showcasing your skills and experience.To support you with your application we’ve provided some <a href="https://sway.office.com/f7vdBgaEUUPYS6db?ref=Link&amp;loc=mysways" target="_blank">application guidance</a> and the <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/find-your-place-in-the-force/supporting-force/police-staff-recruitment-process" target="_blank">recruitment process</a>.<ul><li>Vacancy closes on 10th September 2025 at 23:55.</li></ul>If you want a chat about how we can help you throughout the recruitment process and your career with us, get in touch with the Talent Acquisition Team: <a href="mailto:talent@derbyshire.police.uk" target="_blank">talent@derbyshire.police.uk</a>.Who we areAt Leicestershire Police it’s not just patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional and support staff working behind the scenes. It’s these skilled people, people like you who contribute to the policing of Leicestershire. To understand how you can make a difference visit our <a href="https://careers.leics.police.uk/" target="_blank">careers website</a>.We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented and neurodiverse backgrounds, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.<h4> Document Attachment </h4><a href="https://shrsc.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/channel-1/appcentre-3/brand-5/xf-5ad849ac0fd4/candidate/download_file_opp/8875/56782/1/0/448c9714ddd23ebfd5fd7b5f09c84751591edb24" target="_blank"> Authorised Identification Officer.pdf – 264KB </a> 





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Leicestershire Police

Authorised Identification Officer

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking policy planner to lead our Local Plans, Planning Specialists, and Economic Development Teams. This is an exciting leadership role for a development professional with a strong background in policy, either in local government or consultancy.You will manage a team of up to 12 skilled officers across a range of disciplines including planning policy, urban design, transport policy, and economic development. Your leadership will be key as we progress a number of strategic priorities over the next 12$ú18 months, including the introduction of a Community Infrastructure Levy, delivery of key Development Plan Documents, and a refresh of our Supplementary Planning Documents, including our district-wide Design Code. You will also support our Parishes deliver and refresh their neighbourhood plans.Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Uttlesford District Council (Essex)

Head of Planning Policy and New Communities

Due to an internal promotion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Planner to join our high-performing Local Plans Team. This is an ideal role for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate looking to begin or build their career in planning policy within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority.We are looking for someone with:<ul><li>Strong organisational and time management skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>A good understanding of planning policy and the planning system</li><li>The ability to analyse data and present information clearly, both in writing and in person</li></ul>Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship.





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Career Grade Planning Policy Officer

Healthy, Safe, Behaviours (HSB) Team – Supporting young people with Harmful Sexual Behaviour £52,431.00 to £64,811.00: (with market supplement) up to £72,311.00 (depending on experience) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Principal Psychologist to join our Healthy Safe Behaviours Team (HSB). This newly configured service supports children and young people (7 to 17 years), open to Birmingham Children’s Trust, who present with harmful sexual behaviour. The team adopt a multi-agency approach, supporting Early Help, Safeguarding, Children in Care and Youth Justice Services; delivering bespoke and tailored interventions and programmes of education and support.We are looking for a Principal Psychologist, with significant experience working with children and young people with presentations relating to harmful sexual behaviour, offending, and who may also have histories of early adversity, childhood trauma &amp;/or significant attachment disruption. This new role will work alongside the operational team manager to provide clinical leadership for the ongoing development and delivery of this service in accordance with the evidence base and current best practice guidance. The successful candidate will:<ul> <li>Carry out specialist assessments, formulation and deliver psychological interventions to children, young people, families &amp;/or caregivers. </li> <li>They will lead on the development of risk screening and management planning and support the escalation of mental health concerns where appropriate. </li> <li>A significant proportion of this role will include working with the professional network around the child/young person; providing psychological consultation, developing shared formulations of complex needs/presentations, contributing to safety plans, teaching and training and clinical supervision. </li> <li>The role will also have opportunities for service development, innovative and creative ways of working, routine service evaluation and research as required. </li></ul>Post qualification training in trauma informed approaches and experience in supporting others in trauma informed care (or enthusiasm to develop this knowledge/skills) is desirable. This work can be pressured and emotionally challenging at times, but can also be very rewarding. Birmingham is a ‘super diverse’ city and a broad range of diverse ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds represented in our workforce and in those we support. If you are a team player, with strengths in multi-agency and partnership working, who is passionate and experienced in developing and delivering high quality and effective services for this population, we would love to hear from you. We will provide you with access to training, regular clinical, professional and management supervision, and on-going support. You will also have opportunities to link with other psychologists across the Trust for peer support.In order to be considered for this role please include a supporting statement and CV demonstrating how you meet the competencies required as outlined in the attached person specification. For more information, please contact Lee Vince, TESS &amp; HSB Head of Service on <a href="mailto:Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lee.Vince@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> or Dr Marie Kershaw, Consultant Clinical Psychologist: <a href="mailto:Marie.Kershaw@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Marie.Kershaw@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a> Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025Interviews will take place on: Monday 13th October 2025 We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Help 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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Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: The role is based in East Croydon, accessible by Train and Tram Link. Unfortunately this location does not have step free access.
Salary: £40,000 (Full time equivalent)
Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week across three working days, Monday to Friday on a rota between 08:00 - 20:00
About the role
We're looking for an Occupational Therapist who has experience in Complex Mental Health and Substance Misuse to join our residential service based in Croydon. You will use your skills and knowledge to support residents with mental health challenges, complex needs, and will provide specialist occupational therapy as part of their recovery. This is a great opportunity to shape your own role, alongside a team of Positive Engagement Workers, a Dual Diagnosis Worker, and Clinical Psychologist, whilst working closely with the Group Psychological Lead and other external partnerships. You will receive regular supervisions and have time with an external Occupational Therapist.&nbsp;
You will:
<ul>
<li>Deliver evidence-based interventions based on holistic assessments to support personalised recovery, integration, and promotion of independent living skills</li>
<li>Be proactive with planning and delivering meaningful activities; this includes one to one and group sessions</li>
<li>Work closely with clinical teams to meet people where they are, assess their situation, and write recommendations and signposting accordingly</li>
<li>Assess their current situation through holistic assessments and put plans in place for them to overcome their personal barriers, to enable them for independent living and stability</li>
<li>Provide psychologically informed interventions in a person-centred approach, flexibly to the resident needs</li>
<li>Complete various assessments from function to task related to help empower enhanced community and personal engagement</li>
<li>Set SMART goals in a collaborative way with residents, taking into account all information present from various team members and partner agencies. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
About you
We’re looking for a passionate, driven and qualified Occupational Therapist, registered with the HCPC who has experience working with people that have multiple complex needs. You’ll be confident applying theory to the practical working environment. We use a trauma informed, non judgmental approach, so it’s important that you can work well with others, fit into the team, and build trusting relationships. You will be able to apply your knowledge of relevant guidance and protocols to the working environment. You will have a background in a similar role, able to provide specialist support to our residents who struggle with their mental health and substance use.
What we look for:
<ul>
<li>Ability to provide specialised occupational therapy assessment and treatment for residents/participants.</li>
<li>Willingness to work in adherence to Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and Consultation Observation Tool (COT) and other practice guidelines.</li>
<li>Ability to identify activity needs and wishes through various approaches such as assessments, observations, and discussions then use these to implement plans of action.</li>
<li>Ability to recognise signs of deteriorating mental health, physical health, or other health implications and initiate appropriate interventions to prevent crisis or other risks.</li>
<li>Supporting residents/participants with the relevant life skills, knowledge, and resources to support their journey to achieve independence and their desired goals.</li>
<li>Ability to develop, participate in, and encourage residents/participants to participate in the running and development of various projects and group engagement activities.</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.</li>
</ul>
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a> Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call our central office on <a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
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Occupational Therapist | Occupational Therapy | Mental Health | Charity | Social Care | Substance Use | Complex Needs | Residential | Interventions | Therapy | HCPC

Occupational Therapist

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a Team Manager – Adult Social Care to join our Award-Winning Adult Social Care Service here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.
As the Team Manager, you will work within the East Social Care Team undertaking direct work with customers who have a learning or physical disability, a long-term condition, who are young carers, people transitioning into adulthood and older people.
You will ensure that all work undertaken within the team is in accordance with relevant legal frameworks, guidance, policies and procedures to promote and ensure wellbeing, independence and safety. You will provide leadership, management, and support to the team, ensuring that performance and quality standards are met, delivering a culture of partnership to ensure collaborative working with all stakeholders.
The main aim of the service is to enable people to live safely in the community, maximising their strengths and abilities to live as independently as they can, and supporting carers to continue in their caring role as long as they wish to and are able to.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Award-Winning Local Authority, and a service that currently scores third highest in the country following our recent CQC inspection. &nbsp;
Benefits:
Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of days 31 (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ And much more! 
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Manage day to day operational activity of a social care team.</li>
<li>Ensure the team works collaboratively with all stakeholders by ensuring appropriate use of multi-agency frameworks and meetings.</li>
<li>To be accountable for ensuring statutory Duties concerning Adult Safeguarding activity undertaken within the team are effectively discharged in accordance with Sec 42 Care Act 2014 and Pan Berkshire Policies &amp; Procedures.</li>
<li>To be accountable for governance of all activity within the team to ensure adherence to legislation, effective application of Policies &amp; Procedures, and that all statutory requirements and Professional Standards are met, with issues arising being addressed in the appropriate manner.</li>
<li>To use effective leadership skills, to effectively support and manage staff during periods of transformation and change.</li>
<li>Lead and be accountable for all aspects of management of staff within a social care team.</li>
</ul>
Candidate requirements:
<ul>
<li>Social Work or Occupational Therapy qualification. Including registration with appropriate Body (SWE/HCPC).</li>
<li>Ability to manage others in a fast-paced Environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrable ability to communicate and work with people at a range of levels, across a range of situations and settings.</li>
<li>Knowledge of the legal and policy framework in relation to the role.</li>
<li>Ability to make non routine and complex judgements, including when under pressure, and escalating as and when appropriate.</li>
</ul>
Our area: 
Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. &nbsp;
We’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.
Click the link below and apply today! Alternatively, for more information or to arrange an information discussion, contact Josephine Lukehurst – Service Manager, <a href="mailto:Josephine.lukehurst@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Josephine.lukehurst@wokingham.gov.uk</a>. Strictly no agencies.&nbsp;
Closing date:&nbsp;Sunday 5th October 2025, 11pm
Interviews:&nbsp;Week Commencing 6th October 2025 &nbsp;
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Wokingham Borough Council

Team Manager - Adult Social Care

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Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



Hourly Paid Lecturer in Supported Internships
£38.23 (including holiday pay) – Tutor Rate £32.27 per hour (including holiday pay) – Teaching Rate £24.72 per hour (including holiday pay) – Additional Duties Rates&nbsp;
Hourly Paid, Fixed Term
Who we are
United Colleges Group provides education to over 11,000 learners a year, including 16–18-year-olds, adults, apprentices, and students with high needs, across our five campuses and two colleges; City of Westminster College and College of North West London. The Cockpit Theatre also forms part of the Group.
With an annual turnover of over £50m, we are one of the top 20 largest college groups in the UK. We offer education and training in almost all vocational areas at a variety of levels for a wide range of learners of all ages and starting points.
Our mission is to provide all our learners with the very best knowledge and to break down any barriers to learning. We pride ourselves on enabling our learners to meet their individual needs and aspirations and we deliver a learning experience that is unique, enjoyable and rewarding.
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a committed and suitably qualified Lecturer to tutor and teach groups of young people with learning disabilities and SEND on our highly successful &nbsp;supported internship programmes. &nbsp;Based primarily on the host business premises, you will work closely with our partners to deliver an innovative and ambitious curriculum that will enable interns to achieve their ambition of gaining substantial and sustainable paid employment.
To be successful in this role, you will have experience of delivering a structured educational programme to students on an employability focussed programme. You will have the ability to work flexibly as part of a multi-agency team to ensure high levels of responsiveness to students’ needs, and the ability to offer stimulating, stretching and individualised teaching to a consistently high standard. You will be able to deliver accredited learning, including work based learning, and meet awarding body and internal moderation requirements. &nbsp;You will have excellent communication, and organisational skills, and a positive approach to problem solving and innovation.&nbsp;
How to Apply
If you’re ready to join a Group that has the resources to develop the talents of both students and staff, you can find more information on this role and details on how to apply by visiting our dedicated recruitment microsite.
Alternatively, you can e-mail us on <a href="mailto:hr@ucg.ac.uk" target="_blank">hr@ucg.ac.uk</a> for more information, quoting the job reference.
Please note that we may close the application prior to the listed date should sufficient applicants be received.
The College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.&nbsp; Successful applicants will be subject to full-vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check.

United Colleges Group

Hourly Paid Lecturer in Supported Internships

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Job Title:&nbsp;Support Mentor
Location:&nbsp;Face to face service based in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), the service is a short walk from Ladbroke Grove (Circle and Hammersmith) station. Unfortunately, this service does not have step free access.
Salary:&nbsp;£27,000
Shift Pattern:&nbsp;37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday on a rota between 09:00 - 17:00 and 13:00 - 21:00. You may be required to work bank holidays and evenings as required.&nbsp;
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Mentor to join our team based in RBKC to support our residents who have multiple and complex needs which could include mental health, substance use, homelessness, and/or offending backgrounds. You will support in providing our residents with the support needed to help them overcome their personal barriers, and achieve their goals in a person centred approach. You will work within a residential setting, creating a safe and comfortable space which our residents can call their homes during their time within the service. The role includes:
<ul>
<li>Supporting residents with daily tasks</li>
<li>Holding a caseload, conducting key work sessions which are personable to their needs</li>
<li>Carry out regular welfare checks, safeguarding checks, and general living checks</li>
<li>Encourage residents to take part in activities and events</li>
<li>Keep support plans up to date on a regular basis</li>
<li>Work closely with the rest of the team to provide overall excellent service delivery, this may mean also supporting with their caseloads, and other tasks as necessary</li>
<li>Carry out general housing management support</li>
</ul>
About you
We're looking for someone who has a true passion to support those who have multiple and complex needs, with a drive to help support those who suffer with homelessness, mental health, and substance use. You will be able to build rapport and trusting relations in a professional setting, and able to build positive outcomes. You will have an adaptable and flexible approach to helping others, with an understanding that each individual has different levels and types of support needs.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector, particularly around multiple and complex needs</li>
<li>Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face</li>
<li>Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs</li>
<li>Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents</li>
<li>Ability to promote the service and provide outreach-based provision, with an ability to liaise and work effectively in partnership with stakeholders</li>
<li>Understanding of the different needs people with multiple and complex needs have and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges</li>
<li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li>
</ul>
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
<ul>
<li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li>
<li>Employer Pension Contribution</li>
<li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li>
<li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li>
<li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li>
<li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li>
<li>Life Assurance Scheme</li>
<li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li>
<li>Annual Staff Awards</li>
<li>EDI Ambassador programme</li>
<li>Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.</li>
<li>Join an organisation with a mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.</li>
</ul>
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.&nbsp;
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.&nbsp;
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.&nbsp; Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be" target="_blank">Theory of Change</a>&nbsp;Further details can be found on our website here:&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>.&nbsp;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.&nbsp;
For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a>&nbsp;or call our central office on&nbsp;<a href="tel:02036689270" target="_blank">020 3668 9270</a>&nbsp;to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back.&nbsp;
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Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.&nbsp;
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our&nbsp;<a href="https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/" target="_blank">website</a>.
</blockquote>

Support Mentor

Job Title: Driver/ Equipment Installer Starting Salary: £25,185 progressing to £26,403 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Welwyn Garden City Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Adult Care Services<h4>About the team</h4>Hertfordshire Equipment Service (HES) provides health and social care equipment to disabled and vulnerable service users and patients across Hertfordshire. From bath boards to hospital beds and grab rails to gantry hoists, the equipment HES provides enables Hertfordshire residents to remain living independently in their own homes or supports them and their carers by providing equipment which enables them to be discharged from hospital.<h4>About the role</h4>Our service is growing and very much in demand, and we are looking for a technician to join our busy team, delivering and installing items of equipment within client’s homes. We’re looking for people who can work flexibly and as part of a team here at Hertfordshire Equipment Service which intern supports NHS and social care colleagues in working across seven days. Must be able to drive a 3.5T vehicle and used to heavy or cumbersome equipment to deliver and fit.The working pattern will beMonday to Friday - You will also work one Saturday in every 4 weeks and get a day off during the week, or paid over time.Or&nbsp;Tuesday to Saturday<h4>About you</h4>Essential:<ul><li>Full Driving Licence with either D1, C1, C, B or BE category</li><li>Demonstratable practical abilities</li><li>Empathy to provide high levels of customer service</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of installing specialist equipment desirable</li><li>Customer Service</li><li>Face to Face client interaction</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Operational Services, level OPS5 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Operational servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:lorraine.davis1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">lorraine.davis1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: This is an ongoing advert and applications will be reviewed as and when received and interviews arrangedBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a&nbsp;Disability Confident employer&nbsp;and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.Driving required You’ll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).&nbsp;Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Hertfordshire County Council

Driver/ Equipment Installer

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Experience the extraordinary with a move to Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council (F&amp;HDC).
Are you a qualified solicitor with a passion for public service and a track record of strategic legal leadership? Folkestone &amp; Hythe District Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Legal Services to lead our legal team and act as Solicitor to the Council.
About the Role This is a pivotal leadership position, providing expert legal advice across the Council, managing a high-performing legal team, and supporting governance as Deputy Monitoring Officer. You’ll play a key role in shaping legal strategy, ensuring compliance, and supporting major projects and legislative changes.
Key Responsibilities • &nbsp; &nbsp;Lead and manage the Legal Services team, ensuring high-quality legal support across all service areas. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Provide strategic legal advice on complex issues including procurement, contracts, planning, and governance. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Act as training principal for legal apprentices and trainees. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Attend and advise at Council, Cabinet and &nbsp;Committees as required. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Instruct external legal specialists and manage substantial budgets. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Support the Monitoring Officer in upholding standards of conduct and lawfulness. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Drive service improvements and contribute to corporate goals.
What We’re Looking For Essential Qualifications &amp; Experience: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years post-qualification experience. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Proven leadership in legal services, with expertise in at least three areas such as procurement, contracts, property, planning, or litigation. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Strong governance knowledge and ability to advise senior stakeholders. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Experience with legal software and systems (e.g., IKEN, Westlaw, Land Registry portal).
Why Join Us In return, we are offering you a chance to thrive and further your career development with a range of regular management and other learning &amp; development sessions whilst your role enables you to make a lasting impact on the Folkestone &amp; Hythe District.
Folkestone &amp; Hythe is a dynamic and innovative place to live, work and visit. Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, we have a focus on wellbeing and staff development. Our benefits include: • &nbsp; &nbsp;Flexible Working: Embrace a culture that supports agile and hybrid working arrangements. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Generous Leave: Enjoy up to 31 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a flexi-time scheme, birthday leave, and Christmas office closure. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Pension Scheme: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Family-Friendly Initiatives: Benefit from a range of family-friendly policies and support. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Health &amp; Wellbeing: Participate in health and wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme. • &nbsp; &nbsp;Additional Perks: Reimbursement of professional membership subscriptions, salary sacrifice schemes, corporate membership discounts, and free office parking.
We have a hybrid working approach with an expectation that you will work from the Civic Centre in Folkestone at least one day per week.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Ewan Green (Director – Strategy &amp; Resources) by email <a href="mailto:ewan.green@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk" target="_blank">ewan.green@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a>
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12pm on 26 September 2025. Interviews are due to be held on Thursday 16 October 2025.

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

Head of Legal Services (Solicitor to the Council)

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Merefield School
Westminster Drive, Southport, Merseyside.&nbsp; PR8 2QZ
Tel:&nbsp; 01704 577163
Email:&nbsp; <a href="mailto:recruitment@merefieldschool.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@merefieldschool.co.uk</a>
Headteacher: Miss Jo Sharpe
 
Position:Teaching Assistant L2&nbsp;
Term:Permanent
Start date:As soon as possible
Salary:Band F (SCP 12-19)
£21,708 - £24,337 per annum
£14.76 - £16.55 per hour
Working hours:32.50 hours per week,&nbsp;
between the hours of 8.50am and 4.30pm
Term Time Plus 5 INSET days&nbsp;
Merefield School is an all age, 3-19&nbsp; special school in Ainsdale.&nbsp; We cater for up to 110 students with severe and complex learning needs.&nbsp; We have carefully and meticulously created a curriculum that stimulates and challenges each of our students based on their individual needs and starting points.&nbsp; Our personalised approach and tailored assessment systems ensure that all students make outstanding progress during their time at Merefield School.
The Governors seek to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and highly experienced Teaching Assistant to become part of our successful and hard-working team.
Teaching assistants are employed to work across the whole school and provide support for pupils with a range of learning needs and disabilities.&nbsp; Merefield School has high expectations for all pupils and all staff are required to support every child to be the very best they can be.&nbsp; Applicants should be appropriately qualified and have relevant skills and experience in working with children with severe and complex learning disabilities.
Merefield School is in the process of converting to an academy and will join the Southport Learning Trust.&nbsp; Staff employed by the school prior to this will then be employed by Southport Learning trust.&nbsp; This is planned to take place on 1st October 2025.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Due to the nature of work the above post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and relevant care/safeguarding legislation and appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS).
Completed application forms can be returned to the school via post or emailed to Gemma Parker, School Business Manager;&nbsp; <a href="mailto:recruitment@merefieldschool.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@merefieldschool.co.uk</a> or posted directly to school and marked for the attention of Miss Jo Sharpe.
Visits to the school are welcome, by appointment only.&nbsp; Please contact Gemma Parker to arrange.
Closing date:&nbsp; 24th September 2025 2025 9am
Shortlisting: &nbsp; TBC
Interview: TBC

Teaching Assistant - Band F - Permanent

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Care Assistant Location:Newton Longville Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £24,570 Driving Licence RequiredAre you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have a caring nature and a positive, can-do attitude? If so, we’d love to hear from you!At Litslade Farm, our registered care home in Newton Longville, we support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, - and we are looking for dedicated Care Assistants to join our friendly and supportive team.What You Will Be Doing:As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our residents with their day-to-day needs, including:<ul>
<li>Personal care and hygiene</li>
<li>Mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>Attending appointments and supporting health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Encouraging independence through shopping, cooking, and household tasks</li>
<li>Promoting confidence and life skills in a safe, respectful environment</li>
</ul>You will follow personalised support plans and work closely with each individual to help them achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.What We are Looking For:We are looking for someone who is:<ul>
<li>Compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference</li>
<li>A great communicator, able to adapt to different needs and situations</li>
<li>A team player who values inclusion, equality, and respect</li>
<li>Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Experienced in a similar role</li>
</ul>BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£24,570 per annum</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, click apply below.About UsHightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,300 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Care Assistant Location: Newton Longville Hours: Part time - 30 hours per week (The shifts are 7am-3pm and 2pm-10pm) Salary: £19,656 Driving Licence RequiredAre you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have a caring nature and a positive, can-do attitude? If so, we’d love to hear from you!At Litslade Farm, our registered care home in Newton Longville, we support adults with learning disabilities to live independently, - and we are looking for a dedicated Care Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.What You Will Be Doing:As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our residents with their day-to-day needs, including:<ul>
<li>Personal care and hygiene</li>
<li>Mealtimes and social activities</li>
<li>Attending appointments and supporting health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Encouraging independence through shopping, cooking, and household tasks</li>
<li>Promoting confidence and life skills in a safe, respectful environment</li>
</ul>You will follow personalised support plans and work closely with each individual to help them achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.What We are Looking For:We are looking for someone who is:<ul>
<li>Compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference</li>
<li>A great communicator, able to adapt to different needs and situations</li>
<li>A team player who values inclusion, equality, and respect</li>
<li>Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays</li>
<li>Experienced in a similar role</li>
</ul>BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>
<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>
<li>£19,656 per annum</li>
<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>
<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>
<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>
<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>
<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>
<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>
<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>
</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, click apply below.About UsHightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,300 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.Appointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.We are an Equal Opportunities &amp; Disability Confident Employer.

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Part Time Permanent Teacher - 0.4
M3 - M6
An opportunity has arisen for an inspirational &nbsp;KS1 class teacher to join our thriving school community and contribute to our commitment to excellence in education.
We are at an exciting point in our school journey as we expand our outstanding EYFS provision into preschool and further embed our inclusive provision as the Deaf Resource Base for Wirral.
We are committed to providing a high-quality education for all pupils and offer a wide range of learning experiences that will inspire, engage and motivate all learners, leading to success and achievement. At Greenleas, we believe in fostering a nurturing and inspiring learning environment. Our dedicated team is committed to providing an outstanding education that empowers our children to &nbsp;'Be Nice, Work Hard, Never Give Up!'.
We are seeking an outstanding individual to join our KS1 Teaching Team as a part time class teacher on two consecutive days ( days to be agreed on appointment), starting 1st January 2026, or earlier if possible.
This role is perfect for an enthusiastic teacher who is passionate about making a positive impact on pupils lives.
The successful applicant will be assured of a thorough induction to the school and support for your own professional development. We are looking for a person who is fully committed to making a difference. &nbsp;This role is not suitable for an ECT
Please refer to the M23 for further information. Visits to the school are strongly encouraged on Thursday 11th September &nbsp;2025 at 4pm or Tuesday 23rd &nbsp;September 2025 at 4pm. Please contact the school office if you wish to attend.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon Monday 29th September 2025. Observations and interviews will take place w/c 29/9/2025 and w/c 06/10/2025.
Completed application form and supporting letter (making reference to the M23, preferred consecutive working days and subject strengths) should be sent to the Headteacher, Mrs Sharon Edwards, Greenleas Primary School, Green Lane, Wallasey, CH45 8LZ.

KS1 Teacher Part Time

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:HALTON IS EXPANDING….we are a highly regarded Educational psychology service who are growing. Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated psychologist looking for an exciting opportunity to work with a highly committed team who apply psychology to improve outcomes for children and young people? Do you believe in working within a graduated approach, identifying and building on pupils’ strengths and working in collaboration with teachers, pupils and families at whole system, group and individual levels? Halton Educational Psychology Service are looking to appoint educational psychologists. Together we are aiming to further develop our high quality consultation based service and contribute to promoting inclusion and improving outcomes for children young people and families across the borough. Could this be you? Hours: Flexible FT and PT posts availableYour Contributions:<ul><li>Promote and facilitate the application of psychology to create positive change for children, young people and families by working with schools adopting a flexible, creative ‘can do’ approach. </li><li>Be professionally qualified and HCPC registered.</li><li>Be personally committed to making a difference to individual young people. </li><li>Be willing to develop an area of specialist work in line with your own interests and core priorities identified within Halton Borough Council. </li><li>To work within a time allocation system and be responsible for the efficient, effective, clinical and professional delivery of Educational Psychology to meet the needs of the children, young people/adults, schools, settings and families in a group of schools. </li><li>To work collaboratively across and with our partner agencies to support the development and delivery of initiatives/projects at strategic and operational levels. </li><li>Work within and deliver in a partially traded model as we grow. </li><li>Complete assessments in line with Education, health and care needs requests as required.</li></ul>We can offer you the opportunity to join a progressive service where EPs have access to quality continued professional development and are actively encouraged to attend training and develop their psychological knowledge and skills. You will be supported to reflect and develop thinking through our peer supervision programme and individual supervision. Our office is centrally based and within easy access of major motorways. We benefit from free parking, essential car user status and flexible working conditions. We are committed to developing a forward thinking evidenced based service that applies creative psychology to promote positive change. We are excited to welcome similarly focused practitioners into our team to help achieve this.Applications are warmly welcomed from experienced practitioners and those recently qualified or due to qualify. Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Please note that our current salary for this post is Soulbury 3-8, however this is currently under review within the serviceNext Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Dr Rhona Hobson Principal Educational Psychologist on 01515118736. You are welcome to come and visit the service on arrangement. Interviews will take place on 14.10.25 and 21.10.25At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. 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Halton Borough Council

Halton Borough Council's Plan

Educational Psychologists

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:Halton EPS is a vibrant, flourishing EPS who deliver psychological support to children, their families and to school staff across the borough. We believe in opening and changing minds through the application of applied psychology with a can do, creative, growth based mindset. Assistant EPs have been a new addition to our workforce and we provide assistants with full and varied experiences towards applying for the professional doctorate in Educational Psychology. Hours: 37 hours per weekYour Contributions:This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of Educational Psychologists. You will assist Halton Borough Council Educational Psychology Service in the delivery of psychological intervention and monitoring for vulnerable children and young people.This work will involve assisting in the development and delivery of a range of services and interventions including:<ul><li>Working with children and their families across all school settings from nursery to college</li><li>Training and development work</li><li>Group work with children and young people</li><li>1:1 mentoring/therapeutic work with children and young people and families</li><li>Evaluation of service delivery</li><li>Auditing of files</li><li>Preparation of training and support materials</li><li>Information gathering on behalf of a Psychologist to support SEN processes</li><li>Administration</li><li>Other project work during the academic year 2025-2026 may be required.</li></ul>Requirements of the post:<ul><li>Registered with the British Psychological Society (Graduate basis for registration or Chartership (GBR/GBC) ;</li><li>Psychology Degree - at least Upper Second class honours - 2:1;</li><li>Relevant experience of working with children in family homes, educational / clinical or community settings to promote children’s well-being and progress</li><li>Evidence of working within education settings </li><li>Evidence of using Psychological understanding and approaches to support practice</li><li>Subject to an Enhanced DBS Check</li><li>Driving Licence and own transport</li></ul>Applications are invited from candidates who wish to embark on the professional doctorate and qualify in an applied Psychologist discipline.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul> Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Dr Rhona Hobson at 01515118736 or <a href="mailto:Rhona.Hobson@Halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rhona.Hobson@Halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will take place on 14.10.25 or 21.10.25At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Assistant Educational Psychologist

<h4>The Role</h4>Lead with Purpose. Inspire Practice. Make a Difference.Are you passionate about driving excellence in children’s services?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are seeking experienced strategic leadership for the work of the local area education system, leading associated services and teams, as well as key partnerships, and all relevant policy, strategy and performance, helping the continuing development of an education system that is inclusive, equitable, responsive to the needs of the diverse communities we serve, and is relentless in narrowing the gaps in pupil attainment.About the Role:The Deputy Director, Children’s Services, (Learning and Inclusion) will be the lead council officer to ensure the delivery of all statutory duties related to education, from early years to post 16 education, are discharged effectively in response to local needs and corporate goals including Southwark 2030You will:<ul><li>lead the on-going development of the council’s approach to learning and inclusion</li><li>ensure the local education system, leaders, schools and settings work collaboratively together</li><li>lead on the implementation of national, regional and local regulation, policies and strategies</li><li>be the lead officer within the council for its function as a responsible body for council-maintained schools</li><li>promote progression (education, developmental and skills) and inclusion for all children and young people</li></ul>As a member of the Children’s Services Leadership Team you will contribute to the overall management, development, integration and co-ordination of Children’s Services work in Southwark, deputising for the Director of Children’s Services as necessary.About You:To succeed in this role, you will need to have extensive experience and a proven track record of working with school and partnership leaders to deliver improvement across the education system, including schools and the wider education sector, with:<ul><li>Proven management experience in a large, complex organisation.</li><li>A strong track record in service improvement and raising standards for all children, in particular the most vulnerable groups.</li><li>The ability to lead, inspire and influence staff, partners and stakeholders.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and an understanding of effective, high-quality practice.</li><li>Up to date awareness and knowledge of professional standards, policy developments and relevant legislation.</li></ul>You’ll be an inspiring and strategic leader with the vision, determination and drive to lead change in a fast paced and diverse borough.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.About the Team:Our Children’s Services division is at the heart of Southwark’s ambition for every child and young person to thrive. We work closely with schools, early years providers, colleges, and community partners to create an education system that is inclusive, equitable, and responsive to the diverse communities we serve.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the hiring manager Alasdair Smith at <a href="mailto:Alasdair.Smith@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Alasdair.Smith@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.Benefits and more information:<a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/</a><h4>Recruitment Timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 5th October 2025Shortlisting date/s: Monday 6th October 2025Interview date/s: Monday 13th October 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care </li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.#LI-PC1Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2592214&amp;ptId=107259" target="_blank">JD - Deputy Director CS (Learning and Inclusion).pdf</a></li></ul>





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Deputy Director - Children's Services (Learning & Inclusion)

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 have a fantastic new opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join our team, as our Senior Social Worker. As our Senior Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will play a key part in assisting our social workers to support our Children in Care alongside those children and families who are subject to live care proceedings. You will assist with the completion of statutory assessments, supervise family time and advise children and their families about help and support that is available to them. You will obtain and record all relevant information, taking appropriate action where necessary; as well as providing practical day-to-day support; which may take the form of home visits and direct work within the family home or community. Additionally, you will work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to assess needs, develop care plans, and provide ongoing support. You’ll have extensive experience in working with vulnerable children, young people and their families in a support/advisory role and be knowledgeable in safeguarding and Children’s services processes and legislation. We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. At our latest OFSTED monitoring visit in 2024, Children in Care Service findings were:<ul> <li>Many children benefit from meaningful relationships with social workers who have taken time to build strong and caring relationships with them. </li> <li>Social workers demonstrate a real curiosity and passion to ensure they listen to children and are effective in meeting their needs.</li> <li>Social workers are positive about the support they receive from managers and leaders at all levels. </li> <li>Caseloads are manageable and social workers report that they are busy but they feel well supported in their practice. </li> <li>Consequently, social workers are able to develop meaningful relationships with children.</li> <li>Social workers are proud of their work and their children’s progress.</li></ul>This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.Interview date: 17th September, held onsite at our newly refurbished office at One Avenue Road. 2nd October, held onsite at our newly refurbished office at Lifford House.About you<ul> <li>You must be a qualified Social Worker and registered with SWE.</li> <li>Experience of working within social worker</li> <li>Ability in providing an outstanding service to all of our carers and children who are placed within our service.</li> <li>Experience of completing high quality, analytical court reports within strict court timescales is desirable, as the work is interesting, often complex and challenging but is crucial to achieving placement stability and permanence for our children.</li> <li>Ability to work on your own initiative and be able to demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with colleagues.</li> <li>Solid understanding of relevant care planning and fostering legislation and be able to confidently work within fostering regulations, national minimum standards and safeguarding procedures.</li> <li>You will have assessment and report writing skills that are analytical, evidence based and demonstrate professional curiosity and respectful challenge.</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul> <li>In addition to the salary offered, there is an incentive payment of £1,000</li> <li>Retention payment of up to £5,000 per annum, subject to tax and NI deductions - T&amp;C's will apply.</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>Free on-site parking.</li> <li>Amazing full access to our internal employee benefits scheme including, but not limited to, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts, Health &amp; Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!</li> <li>Full reimbursement of your annual Social Work England registration fee</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.</li></ul>We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Want to know more?We are hosting two open evenings with Birmingham Children’s Trust - a great chance to find out more about this role, talk more about what skills and experience is required, meet our team, and support on applying online.Join us on Tuesday 10th September at One Avenue Road or on Wednesday 25th September in Lifford House, from 5pm to 7pm.Everyone is welcome, free parking onsite and it’s completely free to attend. If you’re interested to learn more about this exciting new opportunity, come along and discover new opportunities in a relaxed and welcoming setting! Help 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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