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Salary range: £37,692 - £39,276 p.a. inc. London weighting
Contract: Permanent &nbsp;
Hours of work: 36 hours per week
Location: Civic centre and other locations from time to time &nbsp;

A Great Opportunity… &nbsp;
Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. &nbsp;
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us. &nbsp;
The Post
The Council recently procured both an Integrated Waste Contract and a Grounds Maintenance Contract to provide key front-line services to Brent residents. The delivery of essential services like waste collection, waste processing, street cleansing, winter maintenance, maintaining Brent’s Parks and Green Spaces etc. sits at the heart of these two contracts. We are now looking to recruit to this exciting role to provide administration and contract support to the Contracts Manager and contribute towards providing an efficient waste collection and grounds maintenance service to Brent residents.&nbsp;
The postholder will support the contracts manager in facilitating and minuting contract meetings, maintaining and reviewing contract records including performance indicators, programme of works, carrying out financial transactions, liaising with different stakeholders and keeping all parties informed and updated of intended works.&nbsp;
The postholder will work closely with several contractors, internal and external partners, and our communities’ in identifying needs and trends for service improvement and to help achieve the Council’s Borough Plan priorities for A Cleaner, Greener Future.
The Person
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual who is committed to making a difference and who can contribute to the delivery of the Council’s Public Realm functions.
You will have experience of providing administrative support to managers and act as the first point of contact for councillors, internal and external stakeholders. You will have good communication and interpersonal skills to be able to deal with day to day issues.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Our Offer to You
In addition to your salary, you will also get to enjoy the following benefits:
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<li>27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing to 31 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years continuous service</li>
<li>Very generous employer pension contribution</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home 2 days per week (laptop provided)</li>
<li>A wide range of family friendly policies such as parental leave</li>
<li>Access to affordable parking nearby</li>
<li>Access to our Zipcar scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>Access to our Employee Assistance programme for free confidential counselling</li>
<li>Season ticket loan for public transport</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme and good onsite facilities</li>
<li>Access to My Brent Rewards for big brand discounts, local offers and money off for travel, cinema and shopping vouchers.</li>
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Closing date: 16 September 2025 (23:59)

If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still&nbsp;


Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
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The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">here</a>.

 Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
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As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on&nbsp;&nbsp;<a>recruitment@brent.gov.uk&nbsp;</a>

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Apply before 11:55pm on Tuesday 23rd September 2025
This is a new, exciting and varied role with responsibility for technical training and capability management across Secure Patents, developing our people for a high-performing future.&nbsp; The role holder will establish and manage a ‘Secure Patents Academy’ to service Secure Patents (including the Private Applicant Unit and the Secure Examination Support team) i.e. circa 550+ staff with differing training/development needs.
The training/development currently includes: structured technical/legal training; informal technical training; core skills training; management training; Civil Service wide training; and specific/bespoke training for internal systems/processes.
The purpose of the role is to assess current training/development to ensure effectiveness, inclusivity, and efficiency whilst also considering scalability and sustainability for a growing directorate. As Head of the Academy, the role holder will set the Academy direction. They will be expected to design and deliver training/development programmes (to include both existing and new materials) for multiple roles; provide help, guidance, and support to our technical/non-technical people; support and develop our leaders &amp; managers; create/establish career pathways that value breadth and depth of experience; and mature our professions.&nbsp; The role holder will share our commitment to strengthen our talent pipelines, improve workforce agility and adaptability and support our technical/non-technical specialists to lead and manage their teams.
Reporting to one of the Heads of Patents, the role holder will provide matrix management to trainers/programme managers to deliver a diverse training portfolio. We need someone who can see and influence the bigger picture, ensure that informed decisions are made and know when and how to engage in the detail; and who can work closely with colleagues in our central Talent and Learning team, and our Secure Patents and Secure Examination Support teams; sharing knowledge and best practice across the organisation.
This role requires commercial awareness, great stakeholder skills, and a real people focus on personal development.
Main duties consist of but are not limited to:
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<li>To establish and manage the Secure Patents Academy, providing matrix management to trainers/training programme managers</li>
<li>Strategic leadership for Secure Patents capabilities and competencies</li>
<li>Development and ownership of strategies relating to technical learning and development and their implementation</li>
<li>Ensuring continuous improvement and evolution of the existing Secure Patents talent management schemes</li>
<li>Responsibility for the Secure personal development budget ensuring best value across a wide range of training and development activities</li>
<li>Developing management information tools/solutions for training and development activities to monitor and evaluate technical learning and development, talent management and succession planning</li>
<li>Part of the Secure Patents leadership team, contributing to decisions around current and future organisational make-up</li>
<li>Work closely with corporate talent and learning teams to align delivery and approaches</li>
<li>Work with HR colleagues to inform strategic workforce planning activities.</li>
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Working Style
This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our&nbsp;Newport Office.
The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office.

Head of Secure Patents Academy

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.&nbsp;



We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Community Services Manager on a full time, permanent basis. You must be registered with Social Work England (SWE) or Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you…</h3>
Are you passionate about empowering people to live independently and confidently? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your leadership can make a real difference?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, confident and flexible Assistant Community Services Manager to join our Early Intervention and Prevention Service, which includes:
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<li>Bracknell Intermediate Care Service</li>
<li>Sensory Needs Service</li>
<li>Locality Access Point</li>
<li>Assessment Suite</li>
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<h3>About the team…</h3>
Our multi-disciplinary team supports adults across Bracknell Forest in regaining independence and achieving greater control over their lives. We adopt a strength-based approach, prioritising individuals’ abilities and potential rather than their limitations.
<h3>Key responsibilities…</h3>
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<li>Lead and support a dedicated team delivering high-quality, person-centred care.</li>
<li>Champion strength-based practice and innovative problem-solving.</li>
<li>Work closely with health and social care professionals to achieve the best outcomes.</li>
<li>Contribute to service development and continuous improvement.</li>
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<h3>Our benefits…</h3>
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<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing</li>
<li>Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/staff-benefits" target="_blank">Find out more about all our benefits </a>or see the candidate pack.
<h3>Our values</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council <a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-values" target="_blank">our values </a>define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/help/reasonable-adjustments-and-translations" target="_blank">Find out more about reasonable adjustments. </a>
<h3>Interview date</h3>
Interview date to be confirmed
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Amy Gates, Community Services Manager Early Intervention and Prevention:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Amy.Gates@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Amy.Gates@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure &amp; Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.

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West Northamptonshire Council is the lead authority for a large shared service, delivering HR &amp; Payroll, Finance and Business Systems to a number of public sector partners. The Business Systems team is a complex and multi-site customer support and development function, providing services across several applications including our ERP (integrated finance, procurement, HR and payroll) system. &nbsp; We’re looking for two enthusiastic and motivated individuals to fill the role of ERP Functional Analyst. You will deal with complex incidents and system developments relating to our Unit4 Business World ERP and connected systems across finance, HR and payroll functions. One of the roles will be specifically focused on the General Ledger, Reporting, Planner and Fixed Assets modules. You’ll be joining an established functional development team in a demanding environment. &nbsp;The position is based in Northampton however we also offer remote flexible working.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? As part of one of our small teams specialising in a particular functional area, you will be responding to technical requests, resolving complex incidents and undertaking developments in the systems we support.&nbsp;As well as an enquiring mind and being good at problem solving, you’ll be keen to continually develop your skills as well as support the development of the rest of our team by sharing your knowledge and experience.About you You must have strong technical background knowledge and understanding of ERP or financial systems, as well as be interested in how IT applications, particularly databases, work. Knowledge and experience of Unit4 Business World would be an advantage. For the dedicated finance role, you must have a strong finance background and have, or be working towards the final stages of, an accounting qualification.We need someone who is able to work to deadlines as well as prioritise, organise and manage their workload. You’ll need great interpersonal skills and be able to represent our service in a positive and professional way, communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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Salary: L15-L19, £73,105 - £80,655 (negotiable for an exceptional candidate) plus relocation packageStart date: January 2026 or earlier if possible We are looking for an exceptional Head of School to join Lift Hamford, a leader who can inspire, develop, and drive excellence, working alongside our Executive Principal to shape the next exciting chapter in our journey.This is an opportunity for a highly motivated senior leader, with a proven track record in primary education, who is ready to step into headship with the full support of an experienced Executive Principal and a skilled leadership team.About Lift HamfordLocated in the charming coastal town of Walton-on-the-Naze, Lift Hamford is a welcoming two-form entry primary school where every child is encouraged to thrive. We are passionate about unlocking potential, nurturing curiosity, and instilling a lifelong love of learning.From January 2026, we will open a brand new 40 place nursery for 2-4 year olds, marking an exciting new era for our school. Our facilities include:<ul>
<li>A modern building for Years 5 and 6 (opened in 2020)</li>
<li>Extensive outdoor grounds</li>
<li>A dedicated Wellbeing Hub</li>
<li>An Autism Support Centre funded by Essex County Council</li>
</ul>We are proud of our strong team culture, with 15 dedicated teachers, skilled teaching assistants in every year group, and a leadership team that prioritises pupils in every decision we make.Why this role is for youYou are someone who:<ul>
<li>Believes deeply in the potential of every child, regardless of background.</li>
<li>Thrives on leading a school day-to-day, while contributing to a shared long-term vision.</li>
<li>Brings high expectations for achievement alongside a compassionate, inclusive approach.</li>
<li>Values collaboration, relationships, and community engagement.</li>
</ul>As Head of School, you will:<ul>
<li>Lead the successful launch of our new nursery, ensuring it meets the needs of our community.</li>
<li>Oversee the delivery of excellent teaching and learning across the school.</li>
<li>Foster a culture where staff and pupils can thrive.</li>
<li>Strengthen relationships with parents and the local community.</li>
<li>Maintain high expectations and drive school improvement in partnership with the wider leadership team.</li>
</ul>About Lift SchoolsWe are a diverse, inclusive network of 57 schools united by one mission: to deliver an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. We believe every child deserves the best, regardless of background or ability, and we need outstanding leaders to make this happen.How we'll support youAt Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. You'll benefit from:<ul>
<li>An individual development account of up to £100,000 over five years
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<li>Experiential learning opportunities, including study tours</li>
<li>One-to-one unlimited executive coaching</li>
<li>High-quality, evidence-informed professional development</li>
<li>A year-long induction programme</li>
<li>The option of a professional sabbatical after five years</li>
<li>A relocation package if moving for the role</li>
</ul>Who we're looking forWe want leaders who are:Self-aware - thriving in high challenge, high support environments.Network-minded - committed to improving outcomes across all schools.Intellectually curious - eager to use evidence-informed approaches to drive success.Whether you're an aspiring principal or an experienced leader, if you are driven, determined, and dedicated to creating lasting change, we would love to hear from you.For an informal, confidential conversation, please get in touch.Closing date: Wednesday 24 September 2025Interview dates: Friday 3 October 2025 (Lift Hamford) and Thursday 9 October 2025 (EdCity, London)We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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The Governors of our outstanding school are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring Learning Assistant to work flexibly to provide outstanding care to children in our After School Club setting (Monday to Friday 3pm - 5:30pm). The successful candidates will be required to demonstrate a good understanding of children's needs and be able to work as part of a team. A flexible approach to duties will be required, together with a willingness to be involved in the wider life of the school.
We are looking for someone who:
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<li>Who has experience and a passion for working with children of a primary age phase</li>
<li>Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues</li>
<li>Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all</li>
<li>Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life</li>
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Closing Date: Monday 15th September at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Monday 15th September at 3pm
Interviews to be held on: Wednesday 17th September




Working at Bleak Hill Primary
Bleak Hill is a successful, vibrant school where children come first. We have a highly motivated, resourceful and committed team of staff and governors who care about and nurture the needs of every child.
Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.
Our staff enjoy:
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<li>A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared</li>
<li>The rewarding experience of seeing pupils grow, succeed, and develop confidence</li>
<li>Opportunities for continuous professional growth</li>
<li>The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our pupils</li>
<li>A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect</li>
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At Bleak Hill we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritise wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.
Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. 
Bleak Hill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
For more information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:Laura.Knapper@sthelens.org.uk" target="_blank">Laura.Knapper@sthelens.org.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:katherine.culley@sthelens.org.uk" target="_blank">katherine.culley@sthelens.org.uk</a> 
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.
Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.
This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

Learning Assistant Level 2 - After School Club

Job Title: Childrens Practitioner Starting Salary: £31,536 progressing to £34,433 pa Hours: 37.0 Location: Stevenage (Office based) Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services<h4>About the team</h4>The Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) is a team of professionals including Police, Probation, Safeguarding Nurses, and Children's Services—who work together to protect vulnerable children in Hertfordshire. They handle concerns and referrals from the public and professionals, deciding whether children need safeguarding or early help services.Hertfordshire has strengthened its frontline support through the Gateway, which combines MASH functions with a triage service for families. The team includes social workers and skilled Children's Practitioners, working to provide timely, appropriate support.By using Motivational Interviewing, the team helps more children stay safely with their families, following recommendations from the Independent Review of Children’s Social Care.This role is primarily based in MASH, but you may also work within the Gateway service.<h4>About the role</h4>Working as part of Hertfordshire’s Front Door team, you’ll help signpost services and deliver safe, child-focused care. As a Children's Practitioner, your role is to be the key contact for concerns raised from various sources, accurately recording key details and identifying needs with guidance from management. You will assess risk levels using your understanding of the different tiers of service provision, to support decision making to ensure children and families receive the appropriate support.This is a fast paced but rewarding role, where you will be working with families and professionals to gather information primarily over the telephone, using computerised systems to record and maintain accurate information, attending regular team meetings, and collaborating with professionals to achieve the best outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.<h4>About you</h4>Essential Requirements:<ul><li>Although there are no specific qualifications required for this role, previous experience in working with children and families is required.</li><li>Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written, in addition to having good computer skills.</li><li>Ability to work autonomously whilst being a team player.</li><li>Excellent organisational skills to ensure that work is prioritised and completed within the set timescales.</li><li>Sound analytical skills to make robust recommendations and plans.</li><li>Effective rapport building skills and ability to demonstrate professional curiosity.</li><li>Ability to maintain a good standard of work in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of SEND</li><li>Additional specialisms in areas such as child exploitation or contextualised safeguarding would be welcomed as such knowledge and expertise would enhance the function and performance of our newly developed Gateway.</li></ul>If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role offers the chance to work within an “Outstanding” rated local authority and contribute to improving good outcomes for vulnerable children and families. In return, we can offer you support and professional development, along with a range of competitive benefits including local government pension scheme.This job role is within the Health and Social Care Services, level HSC8 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:natalie.searle@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">natalie.searle@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: 16th SeptemberBenefits 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>Please note we are not able to consider part time hours for this role.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.Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Childrens Practitioner

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>We are seeking an enthusiastic and self motivated Operational Hub Lead for the South Midlands Careers Hub to lead the team in improving the careers outcomes for young people in the region.Our role is to connect together local employers with careers leaders in schools, colleges and training providers to coordinate careers education and enhance each student's early experiences of the work place. The South Midlands Careers Hub supports around 150 schools, colleges and providers across Bedfordshire and Luton, Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire.Hub supported programmes bring partners together, to act with the shared aims of inspiring young people, and giving students the knowledge and practical skills to make decisions about their next steps.The South Midlands Careers Hub has a focus on tackling disadvantage, with three priority areas:&nbsp;1. &nbsp; &nbsp;Continuous improvement of careers provision in schools and colleges against the Gatsby Benchmarks through support, training for the education workforce and quality assurance.2. &nbsp; &nbsp;Increasing the number of high-quality work experience opportunities available for young people&nbsp;3. &nbsp; &nbsp;Boosting apprenticeships and technical pathways, including supporting the implementation of the Provider Access Legislation (PAL)Interviews for this role are expected to be on 17 or 20 October 2025.<h2>Additional information</h2>You will have excellent communication skills and experience of working collaboratively with partner organisations, developing strong links with internal colleagues and external partners.You will be able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of a subject relevant to the role, such as a strong understanding of local and national policy relating to skills and economic development, issues and barriers to employment faced by young people, and understanding of post-16 landscape.You’ll use your professional expertise and knowledge to support the delivery of the Careers Hub programme so that it is efficient and suitable to meet the needs of schools, partners, businesses and providers in line with the funding agreement requirements and strong project management skills.You will need to have a solutions driven and adaptable approach to working, thrive in a busy environment and have a positive approach to challenges.You will be able to smoothly manage processes whilst being able use your own initiative to 'think outside of the box’ whilst having strong leadership and line management skills to lead the team with a full complex workload.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Operational Hub Lead

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The Governors of Linacre Primary School would like to appoint an 1:1 TA role to support a pupil. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant who can make a difference to children's lives.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will need to be
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<li>Commited to supporting an inclusive learning environment.</li>
<li>Committed to ensuring children achieve their full potential in acquiring the essential skills needed in reading, writing and numeracy</li>
<li>Committed to raising standards and reducing the barriers to learning</li>
<li>Experienced in supporting pupils who have special needs and behavioural difficulties</li>
<li>Committed to working in partnership with colleagues, other professionals and families</li>
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 We can offer the successful candidate:
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<li>A supportive team of colleagues</li>
<li>A vibrant, engaging and safe environment</li>
<li>Well behaved and happy children</li>
<li>programme of CPD relevant to an individuals needs</li>
<li>Caring and supportive parents and families</li>
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 This post is temporary in the first instance until 31.8.26 or sooner if funding should stop for the individual pupil.&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 Criminal Records Bureau.

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

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<h2>Offshore Health and Safety Policy Adviser</h2>
<h2>Starting Salary: ££ - dependent on skills and experience.</h2>
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Salary package also includes:</h3>
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<li>Eligibility for a 25% taxable gratuity</li>
<li>This role is eligible for a 30% market supplement based on basic salary</li>
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Flights package for you and any accompanying dependents</li>
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41 days paid leave (includes Public and Government Holidays)</li>
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Relocation allowance to help with moving costs.</li>
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Government housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.</li>
<li>A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in. </li>
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The post is for a fixed term of up to 4 years in the first instance with the possibility of extension. Secondment and Interchange opportunities will be considered.
<h3>THE OPPORTUNITY</h3>
The Falkland Islands Government is pleased to announce a number of new opportunities following the expansion of its Minerals Resources Department.
If you are looking for an exciting and unique opportunity to be at the forefront of facilitating a frontier oil field development then apply now and enjoy the added benefit of living and working overseas in a stunning part of the world with a vibrant island community.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>THE ROLE</h3>
You will provide support, guidance and expert advice, including regulatory advice, to the Director, and the Senior Project Manager with regards to all aspects of Health and Safety requirements. The post will also involve completing the development of offshore safety policy proposals, working closely with colleagues to deliver appropriate drafting instructions, ready for the legal team. The role will also include activities such as conducting primary and secondary research as required, identifying best practices in other jurisdictions and analysing policy alternatives to recommend fit-for-Falklands solutions that are aligned with developing best practice in the oil and gas industry worldwide.
<h3>THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE:</h3>
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<li>Able to demonstrate a solid track record of relevant public sector policy experience, ideally in off-shore Health and Safety.</li>
<li>An extremely proficient communicator both verbally and in writing, with the ability to express ideas and impart key messages clearly, concisely and effectively.</li>
<li>Comfortable working within a dedicated team with a high degree of autonomy and have the tact, sensitivity and judgement to manage sensitive confidential information.</li>
<li>Organised, articulate and persuasive and have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to establish excellent working relationships with colleagues, senior government leaders, elected officials, industry representatives and external partners.</li>
<li>Enthusiastic, self-motivated and proactive, as well being as a strategic thinker, skilled problem solver and a supportive team player.</li>
<li>Flexible, adaptable and responsive.</li>
<li>Qualified to degree level (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area such as public policy, law or health &amp; safety and possess a Masters/post-graduate diploma (or equivalent) in a discipline containing significant content relevant to the offshore hydrocarbons industry.</li>
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<h3>How to Apply</h3>
Interested candidates can download the job description and view further information from our online vacancy page.&nbsp;
For further information regarding the position please contact Lee Carman, Project Director, by emailing <a href="mailto:lcarman@mineralresources.gov.fk" target="_blank">lcarman@mineralresources.gov.fk</a> or by calling (+500) 27260.
To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page <a href="http://www.jobs.gov.fk/" target="_blank">www.jobs.gov.fk</a>, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form.&nbsp; Alternatively, download an offline form from the same page and email to <a href="mailto:medwards@sec.gov.fk" target="_blank">medwards@sec.gov.fk</a> before the closing date.
Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process
Closing Date for Applications -&nbsp;26 September 2025
Interviews commencing week beginning -&nbsp;W/C 06 October 2025
<h3>ABOUT US </h3>
<h3>The Falkland Islands Government (FIG)</h3>
The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.
As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.
For more information about working for Falkland Islands Government, take a look at our recruitment microsite: <a href="http://www.jobs.gov.fk/" target="_blank">www.jobs.gov.fk</a>
<h3>The Falkland Islands</h3>
Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8,000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!
The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore.
For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.

Offshore Health & Safety Policy Adviser

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Completed application forms to be sent to <a href="mailto:doconnell@mylhs.org" target="_blank">doconnell@mylhs.org</a>

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Business Administration Apprentice 
Litherland High School, Part of The Heath Family (NW) MAT
Dates&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Apply by Friday 21th September 2025. Job start October 2025.
Salary&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Dependent on age of apprentice, minimum £7.44 per hour or minimum wage will be paid.
Location&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Sefton, Merseyside
Contract Type&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 30 hours pw, term time + 5 days&nbsp;
Contract Term&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Fixed term: initially to successful completion of qualification, reviewed annually thereafter
The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and positive Business Administration Apprentice to join our highly effective team from September 2025, to provide additional support to our administration team in our main office. This role will require you to work within a team of 4 administrators, covering the front reception desk to welcome visitors to the school, answering the main school telephone lines and directing calls to the appropriate colleagues as well as undertaking a range of other administrative duties. This will allow you to develop a range of knowledge and skills to support you in the successful completion of your Level 3 Apprenticeship, and pursue a career in Business Administration within or outside of the education sector.
The ideal candidate will have GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above (or the equivalent functional skills qualifications), experience in an administrative or customer service role and most importantly, will have outstanding communications skills with a positive and resilient nature.
At Litherland High School we believe in providing our students with excellent and exciting educational opportunities based on the core values of kindness, integrity and tenacity. We are incredibly proud that our relentless focus on improvement was validated by Ofsted in February 2024, securing Good in all areas. We are resolutely on our journey to provide an outstanding education for our students.&nbsp;
One of the foundations of our success is our place in the heart of our community; the relationships between our staff, students and families are fundamental to securing the high levels of engagement. 96% of parents would recommend our school to other parents. This partnership helps us to ensure strong behaviour, which means our staff can work in a happy and safe environment. Our staff are committed to our school and community; many of them have been here for most of their career – indeed several are alumni and live locally - and staff turnover is low, which we believe is indicative of a happy work environment and a commitment to staff well-being.
If you can inspire children, enjoy working with young people and are determined to make a real difference to the students you teach then you could be the kind of person we are looking for.
Litherland High School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the wellbeing of young people.&nbsp; An appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS), and will be subject to references. All documentation can be downloaded for this post (see below).&nbsp; Please submit an application form, covering letter, and equal opportunities form directly to Debbie O’Connell, HR, Litherland High School, Sterrix Lane, Litherland, Liverpool L21 0DB or applications can be emailed to <a href="mailto:doconnell@mylhs.org" target="_blank">doconnell@mylhs.org</a>

Business Administration Apprenticeship

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



Brighter Futures for Children is a not-for-profit company, owned by, but independent of, Reading Borough Council. Although we are independent, we are very much part of the Reading Family. Our people enjoy all of benefits as other Council employees including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and continuous service.&nbsp;
We work closely with partners in the local community and key organisations including Reading Borough Council, policy, public health, and voluntary groups. We are responsible for the delivery of children&amp;©s social care, early help &amp; prevention, education services (including SEND). This also includes fostering and adoption, the Youth Justice Service, and traded services with schools.
Our main aim is to protect and enhance the lives of the children of Reading. We help families find long-term solutions to ensure children lead happy, healthy, and successful lives.
About the team
The Lodge is a well established nursery providing high quality, affordable and free childcare to local families in Reading.
The nursery is set out over two bright rooms which connect to a private garden space. Our local community is diverse with children attending our setting from a range of different backgrounds and with many different languages represented. Our educators are completely focused on ensuring that all children achieve and have an equal chance of success in an environment which is inclusive, inspiring, and nurturing.
The children are very important and so is our team. We work closely with our educators to ensure that they continue to learn, develop, and share good practices.
We are currently looking for two level 3 early years educators who can work collaboratively with our team, families, and wider professionals in the best interests of the children.
Skills and experience
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<li>Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare.</li>
<li>Experience of working with children aged 0-5 years in an early years&amp;© setting.</li>
<li>Excellent understanding of child development.</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills.</li>
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Desirable
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<li>Post qualified experience.</li>
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Offer
You will be part of a supportive, hardworking, and passionate team. We offer a supportive framework to develop your career. You&amp;©ll work in a friendly and collaborative environment where we are committed to delivering positive outcomes.
We offer a competitive salary, and you will be paid above the average market rates for this area.
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
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<li>Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution</li>
<li>Incremental holidays starting with 26 days plus public holidays (rising to 33 after 10 years&amp;© service)</li>
<li>Discounted Child Care (on site nursery)</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme.</li>
<li>Season train ticket loans</li>
<li>Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme</li>
<li>A range of local shopping discounts</li>
<li>Remote/Agile working</li>
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Inclusion and Diversity
We want Brighter Futures for Children to be a great place to work and to ensure that our children, young people and families are represented in leadership roles and positions of power. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our children, young people and families so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.
Asking for Adjustments
Brighter Futures for Children is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please let us know.
Closing date: Sunday 21st September 2025
Interview date: To be confirmed.
We look forward to hearing from you!
In January 2025 the decision was made to bring Children’s Services (currently operating as Brighter Futures for Children Ltd (BFfC)) back in-house to Reading Borough Council (RBC).
All staff employed by BFfC on 30 September 2025 will transfer, via the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE), to the Council on 1 October 2025.
For new starters who BFfC confirms before 27 September 2025 their pre-employment checks are completed and a start date agreed will be issued with a BFfC contact and will transfer to RBC.
For new starters whose pre-employment checks have not been completed and / or a start date has not been agreed before 27 September, you will be issued with an RBC contract and your start date will not be before 6 October 2025.

Brighter Futures for Children

Early Years Educator

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Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024 and is an Accredited employer under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.Come join us and be part of our success.
Are you passionate about helping families thrive in the face of complex challenges? Do you have the skills and experience to deliver life-changing therapeutic harmful sexual and exploitation interventions that make a real difference? Do you enjoy working directly with families to empower them and build lasting resilience? If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this exciting opportunity to join the Shield Team as an Advanced Social Worker.
As Shield team’s practice has developed in relation to exploitation, we are seeing harmful sexual behaviour at times intertwine with the sexual and criminal exploitation cohorts.&nbsp;&nbsp; The remit of the team is therefore being expanded to offer specialist harmful sexual behaviour interventions.&nbsp;
You should have a good understanding of child development, safeguarding, and the challenges families face when dealing with exploitation and harmful sexual behaviour and other external harms. Strong communication, planning, and partnership working skills are essential, as is the ability to build trusted relationships with parents and carers.
The primary focus will be working with children and delivering parenting support to families facing multiple and complex challenges mainly harmful sexual behaviours and/or exploitation. This is a key role in delivering targeted, coordinated interventions to parents, carers, and families with children and young people aged 0–25.
The targeted interventions will help parents and carers develop the skills and confidence they need to support their children’s wellbeing and development. You will deliver hands-on children and parenting support and therapeutic interventions using a relationship-based approach, aiming to improve outcomes for the whole family. You will also support parents in managing challenging behaviour and preventing escalation, helping them respond confidently and constructively to complex situations at home.
You will also undertake holistic child harmful sexual (AIM) and exploitation assessments and lead on the development and delivery of outcome-focused family plans. You will work closely with families, professionals, and partner agencies to reduce harms associated with harmful sexual behaviour and exploitation and anti-social behaviour. In this role, you will be expected to contribute to safeguarding processes and risk management and take the lead in coordinating support, ensuring services are responsive and effective.
A key aspect of the role is working in partnership with the police and other agencies to identify and respond to threats and risks in the community. This includes supporting intelligence gathering, mapping activity, and attending multi-agency forums to ensure timely action and joined-up working.&nbsp;
As part of the Advanced social worker role you will assist and deputise in the absence of the Team Manager and provide high quality professional supervision, reflective supervision, appraisal, and support to others as appropriate identify and develop potential within other staff.
This is a challenging but rewarding role that offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people, and their families. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact through partnership working and therapeutic practice, we encourage you to apply.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Chloe Vose, Shield Team Manager: 07810053551&nbsp; Email:<a href="mailto:chloe.vose@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">chloe.vose@knowsley.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;
Interviews to be held - 25th September 2025
If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

Knowsley Council

Shield Advanced Social Worker

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You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.



Fixed Term for 12 months
Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. Come join us and be part of our success.
Knowsley Council is an Accredited employer under the <a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Are you interested and passionate in empowering families to make their own plans to keep their children safe?
The Family Group Conference service empowers families with the right information and resources to make good and safe decisions for their children. The Family Group Conference service delivers high quality Family Group Conferences for children and young people who are open to Children's Social Care.
The Family Group Conference sits within Early Help and prevention service Family Group Conferencing helps to support&nbsp;children and young people to remain within their family network. It is a systemic, solution focused, child centred model.
Are you interested and passionate in empowering families to make their own plans to keep their children safe?
A nationally recognised accredited professional qualification relevant to working with families or Family Group Conferencing.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Hannah Nicholl -&nbsp; <a href="mailto:Hannah.nicholl@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Hannah.nicholl@knowsley.gov.uk</a> / 07551140704
Interview date - 23rd September 2025
If you are interested in this post, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.&nbsp;

Family Group Conference Coordinator X 2

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</ul><h2>About the role</h2>Southfields Care home Rated GOOD by CQC provides exceptional levels of support to older persons living with Dementia, Physical disabilities or /and Sensory impairments.Situated in a residential suburb in Northampton, offering a wonderful living environment in which residents can enjoy an enhanced quality of life.We have teams of friendly and committed staff who provide the highest level of dementia care and residential care.&nbsp;With our great accommodation and facilities and a programme of activities, our care home evoke a home from home atmosphere in which our residents can feel comfortable, content and very well cared for.<h2>Additional information</h2>As we offer full hands-on training with relevant certifications, you don't have to have experience. BUT you do need to have the want and will to make individuals feel seen and cared for.At minimum we offer 2.5 weeks induction training and a further 2-4 weeks "Buddy scheme" too. We will settle you in, gradually.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We may close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications for the role early.<h2>Company information</h2>Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>At West Northants Council, it's about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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Training &amp; Development ManagerHours: 35 hours per week Salary: £44,331 to £47,532 Service: Street Services (Business Support Team) Location: Birchmere Centre, Eastern Way, Thamesmead, SE28 8BFShape the Future of Street Services - Transform Our Team!Are you an enthusiastic training professional ready to make a real impact? The Royal Borough of Greenwich's Street Services is looking for an exceptional Training and Development Manager who will revolutionize how we onboard, develop and empower our 446-strong team.Our Street Services department is the backbone of the borough's cleanliness and sustainability efforts, delivering vital waste collection, disposal, and street cleansing services to residents and businesses across Greenwich. Now, we need your expertise to ensure our team has the skills, knowledge, and confidence to deliver excellence.What You'll Do:As our Training and Development Manager, you will design and implement a comprehensive training programme that caters to diverse learning styles through classroom sessions, e-learning modules, hands-on training, and practical exercises. Your work will directly impact service delivery quality while ensuring staff safety and compliance.You will:<ul>
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</ul>You will be a dynamic training professional who can identify needs, develop engaging programs, and deliver training that inspires and motivates. You will understand the challenges of frontline service delivery and can adapt your approach to accommodate diverse learning needs and operational constraints.Essential qualifications include Train the Trainer (Level 3) and Level 3 Award in Education and Training (formerly PTLLS). Experience with or willingness to train as a JAUPT trainer for Driver CPC is required. You will need to be flexible, occasionally working weekends to support service delivery.Join us and be pivotal in building a skilled, confident workforce that delivers exceptional public services across the Royal Borough of Greenwich.For more information and to apply please visit: <a href="https://jobsearch.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/" target="_blank"> https://jobsearch.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/</a>Royal Borough of Greenwich reserves the right to close any vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should there be a high volume of applications received.

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Female Assistant Support Worker - AriadniPart-time - 30 hours per weekHourly Rate: £12.60Join us atAriadni, a warm and welcoming 5-bedroom supported living service where we support adults with learning disabilities and social care needs. Our dedicated team provides 24-hour, person-centred care tailored to each individual’s unique needs-including waking night shifts.We are looking for compassionate, confident, and capable Assistant Support Workers to become part of our close-knit team. In this rewarding role, you will help with personal care, medication, health appointments, cooking, cleaning, shopping, and community engagement. You will also be a calm and reliable presence in emergency situations, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of those we support.About YouNo previous experience in care? No problem! We provide a structured induction, comprehensive training, and the opportunity to gain an accredited vocational qualification.We are looking for people who are:<ul>
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</ul>Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment 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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Assistant Support Worker

Job Title: Assistant Service Finder Starting Salary: Permanent contract - £27,694 progressing to £31,022 per annum Fixed Term or Secondment - £27,694 per annum Hours: 37 Location: Farnham House, Stevenage, or Apsley, Hemel Hempstead Contract Type: Permanent, 6 month and 16 month Fixed Term or Secondment opportunities available. Directorate: Adult Care ServicesSecondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>About the team</h4>An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Hertfordshire’s high-performing, fast paced Brokerage team in Adult Social Care. We help adults access social care services quickly and ensure providers are paid promptly, guided by our Connected Lives principles. The Brokerage Solutions Team delivers the OP, ADT-025 and OP mental health services, with Assistant Service Finders playing a key role. The team includes 40+ staff across various roles, with Assistant Service Finders primarily liaising with internal social care teams and external providers via email, phone, and Microsoft Teams.<h4>About the role</h4><ul><li>Source and commission a variety of social care services&nbsp;based on adult social care assessments.</li><li>Collaborate closely with operational teams&nbsp;across Hertfordshire’s Adult Care Services—including community and hospital teams—as well as colleagues in Finance, Commissioning, and external service providers.</li><li>Support commissioning capacity&nbsp;to ensure business continuity and deliver improved outcomes for Hertfordshire residents.</li><li>Follow service operational procedures accurately and promptly&nbsp;across multiple social care commissioning services.</li><li>You would be expected to work from the office base at least two times per week, working from home the rest.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>Essential<ul><li>Excellent IT skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communications skills</li><li>Good organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Proven ability to prioritise and manage a workload and deadlines.</li><li>Ability to travel to an office base, either Stevenage or Apsley</li><li>You will need to be able to work at pace, maintain accurate records, follow business processes and contribute towards process development.</li></ul> Desirable:<ul><li>Relevant qualification and/or relevant experience in Social Care</li><li>Previous experience or knowledge of the ACSIS System</li><li>Previous experience or knowledge of the E-brokerage System</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 Health and Social Care Services, level HSC7 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Health and social careTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:jordan.illing@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">jordan.illing@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.Interview Date: week commencing 29 SeptemberBenefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This position is open to secondments. If you work for HCC or any other Local Authority and would like to be considered as a Secondment contract, please ensure you complete the Secondment Form as part of your application. If you do not, your application will be considered as a Fixed Term Contract only.<h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) check.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.





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Job Title: Digital Services Support Manager Starting Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,459 per annum Hours: 37 per week Location: Stevenage with hybrid working opportunities. Travel across the county will be required from time to time Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Community Protection<h4>About the team</h4>The Digital Services team are responsible for supporting all applications, infrastructure, and communications systems across the Community Protection Directorate (CPD) and Fire Collaboration (FC). This team delivers critical application and system support to Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, operating 24x7x365 to ensure the reliable mobilisation of fire engines and crews in response to emergencies.<h4>About the role</h4>We’re looking for a proactive and experienced IT Support Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in managing IT operations, service delivery, and supplier relationships. This is a dynamic position that blends technical oversight, project management, and team leadership to ensure the smooth running of critical digital services across the organisation.You will be responsible:<ul><li>For the day-to-day support of all, applications, infrastructure and communications equipment</li><li>Work and liaise with users, 3rd party providers, stakeholders and other team members to resolve technical issues and problems which have been escalated to you</li><li>Creating technical designs and specifications</li><li>Deliver projects within timescales and within budget</li><li>Responsible for the Incidents and Problems process for Digital Services</li><li>Be an active member of the Change Control Board, Service Reviews and Project meetings</li></ul>You will also be required to provide out of hours escalation support to the out of hours engineers on every other week<h4>About you</h4>Essential &nbsp;<ul><li>Strong knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, particularly ITIL v4.</li><li>Proficient in using Service Management platforms such as ServiceNow, Remedy, or equivalent tools.</li><li>Skilled in developing and managing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure service quality and accountability.</li><li>Experienced in implementing and maintaining change control processes to support stable and secure service delivery</li><li>Capable of chairing service review meetings with third-party vendors and partners to monitor performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement</li><li>This role requires the ability to travel independently throughout the county including to locations, and during times, where public transport may not be available </li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Hands-on experience working within Microsoft Azure environments, including familiarity with its services, architecture, and operational best practices</li><li>Experience working with SQL databases, including querying and data management.</li><li>Proficient user of Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint, with an understanding of collaboration and document management features.</li><li>Familiarity with Fire Service practices and procedures, supporting operational effectiveness.</li><li>Experience in supporting Fire Service-specific applications, ensuring reliability and user satisfaction</li><li>Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination.</li><li>Understanding of public sector procurement processes, including compliance and vendor engagement.</li><li>Experience in asset management, including tracking, lifecycle management, and reporting.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.This job role is within the Corporate Services, level 12 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Corporate servicesTo hear more about this opportunity please contact <a href="mailto:Mark.Green1@hertfordshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">Mark.Green1@hertfordshire.gov.uk</a> for an informal discussion about the role.InterviewDate: week commencing 29th September 2025Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.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.





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As a key member of the PYC team, you’ll help shape a vibrant, inclusive youth club experience. You’ll: •	Have excellent communication skills and be able to motivate and effectively engage young people, with the ability to converse at ease and provide advice in accurate spoken English. •	Have relevant experience of working with young people aged 11–19, preferably in a youth club or another informal setting. •	Build trusting relationships with young people to encourage participation and personal growth. •	Plan and deliver creative, engaging activities that reflect young people’s interests and needs. •	Lead on the club’s Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme, including all related administration and coordination. •	Take charge of the club in the Youth Managers absence, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. •	Support staff, volunteers, and students, and role model professional practice in all settings. •	Be open-minded but recognise and challenge inappropriate behaviour or language when necessary. •	Conduct occasional detached (outreach) work across Portsmouth, offering support to young people and signposting to other agencies. •	Make sound decisions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of young people, staff, and the wider community. •	Lead debrief sessions with the team and submit accurate monitoring data to service managers. •	Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding progress, behaviour, or safeguarding concerns. •	Represent PYC at meetings and collaborate with other services. •	Carry out essential administrative tasks, including: •	Data entry and record keeping •	Planning and booking off-site trips •	Completing risk assessments for activities •	Managing social media accounts •	Completing safeguarding referrals •	You will be based at one of our youth clubs in Portsmouth working during the day plus a minimum of 4 weekday evenings until 2100 hours. You will be flexible to provide cover at any of our youth clubs when needed. Skills: You’re someone who: •	Connects easily with young people and understands their world. •	Has experience in informal education or youth work settings. •	Can lead and support a team with confidence and compassion. •	Is passionate about youth voice and participation—you believe young people should help shape the services they use. •	Can recognise when young people are having issues and respond appropriately, offering support and signposting. •	Is organised and confident in managing administrative responsibilities. •	Can manage challenging behaviour using restorative approaches and de-escalation techniques. •	Champions inclusivity and equality, and isn’t afraid to challenge discrimination. •	Can track and celebrate young people’s achievements, including through DofE and other accreditations. •	Has up-to-date working knowledge of safeguarding children and young people. •	Is resilient when faced with difficult and challenging situations. •	Is flexible and willing to support other PYC youth clubs across Portsmouth.

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Senior Social Worker/Social Worker Working Age Team
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join and be part of the Working Age, Adult Social Work Team on a permanent basis. We welcome applications from experienced Social Workers.
The Working Age Social Work Team is responsible for adults from the age of 18 to 67 with a Learning Disability, Physical Disability, or a Diagnosis of a Severe and Enduring Mental Health Need. The team is also responsible for the statutory provisions under the Mental Health Act 1983 and runs the Council’s AMHP rota. 
The Social Work team is extremely busy, and the work undertaken is complex and challenging. As a Social Worker on the team, you will be expected to carry a complex caseload made up of all the different client groups the team works with, you will also be undertaking investigations under Safeguarding, Assessments including those under the Care Act, Care Planning and Reviewing. 
The team also undertakes a huge amount of legal work and has an excellent working relationship with the Council’s Legal Team. The successful candidate will have the BIA qualification or be willing to undertake this. The team works very closely with colleagues in Merseycare, we have a social work presence in all the Merseycare in-patient wards which are now across the whole footprint of the Merseycare region. We are also proud to have implemented a new Homelessness Social Work post, which works with the homelessness population in St Helens, this post is attached to the Social Work team however operates within the outreach service, YMCA, and Salvation Army. 
The successful candidate will be a qualified AMHP or willing to undertake AMHP training. You will have the opportunity to develop your social work skills and knowledge by supporting the AMHPs when undertaking Mental Health Act Assessments in the community and hospital settings. The AMHP rota is managed by our AMHP Lead and runs until 8pm Monday to Friday so there may be times when you are asked to work past your normal working hours. Staff who are on the AMHP rota will receive an additional allowance of £2000, plus an additional £2000 subject to review annually.
In return you will be provided with management support from the team manager, AMHP Lead and 2 Advanced Practitioners and you will be part of a very supportive team, receive monthly supervision, informal supervision, appraisals, one to one support and monthly team meetings and have access to on-going training and development. 
For an informal chat please contact Gemma Johnson, Team Manager, Working Age on 01744 675259 or if you would like to come and visit the team prior to applying we would be happy to arrange an informal meeting, where you can meet the team and ask any questions. 
 




Making a Difference
Whatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer..<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page</a>


Roles That Matter
 
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We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Senior Housing Standards Officer/Housing Standards Officer x 2
About the Role:
We have a new opportunity within our Housing Standards Team to drive forward our housing agenda and passion to support our customers as well as prepare for new legislation in the Renters Rights Bill.
In these roles, you'll be responsible for mentoring less experienced housing standards officers in their development into confident enforcement officers across the Borough by working pro-actively, providing advice and guidance, undertaking more complex property inspections.
You will undertake more complex caseloads for statutory enforcement using relevant housing legislation, conduct interviews, brief legal officers, prepare cases for court and attend tribunals, court hearings and public enquiries as required.
About the candidate:
We would like to hear from you if you have a keen interest in developing, managing and monitoring initiatives including Mandatory HMO and Selective Licensing, Healthy Homes, Empty Properties, Financial Assistance and our emerging response to damp &amp; mould complaints and other new approaches to improving private sector housing.
Ultimately, we are looking for candidates who have a passion to drive up standards.
We would welcome candidates who have a demonstrable and strong track record in housing enforcement and want to develop their careers in a board multi-disciplinary environment where training and development of individuals is key.
You should be customer focused with excellent interpersonal skills as well a detailed practical knowledge of the legislative powers under the Housing Act; sound knowledge of building construction and competence using Information and Communication Technology, including Microsoft Office, &amp; Teams and case management systems.
For more information or an informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please contact Emma Foley, Strategic Housing Services Senior manager, via email <a href="mailto:emmafoley@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">emmafoley@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If your skills, knowledge, or experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you - as subject to the skills, knowledge, or experience levels within the candidate pool we may explore a traineeship for this role.
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress, and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things, and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing, and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions difference and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible, please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
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We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

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Senior Housing Standards Officer/Housing Standards Officer

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Assistant Team Manager (Here4U team)
We have an exciting opportunity for a new Assistant Team Manager in our Children we care for and young people who are leaving our care team (“Here4U Team”).
As a member of the Here4U team you will have limitless opportunities to make a huge difference to the lives of children and young people up to 25 years old in our care and leaving care.&nbsp; The team support these children and young people to ensure they receive the best possible opportunities in life.
The main focus of this Assistant Team Manager role, will be to support children we care for in Wokingham. The successful candidate will manage a small team of Social Workers, who ensure that the needs of our children are being met with long term aspirations for their lives.
We know that the success of any team will be dependent upon the people we employ.&nbsp; We are keen to hear from those that are flexible, dynamic and willing to work with safe uncertainty, to achieve the best outcomes for our children and young people.
To enable you to work to your best we will develop you in your role and as part of the team; additional training and support will be provided, and you will have an opportunity to develop the range of interventions and skills you bring to make a difference to children and young people.
The Assistant Team Manager role - is for those qualified social work managers who want to develop their skills to work systemically, within a trauma informed and Signs of Safety framework. You will provide support to the Team Manager, whilst delivering quality supervision and support to the team for the young in our care.
Our Offer
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<li>Salary: £52,414 - £56,732 (plus additional £3k market supplement).</li>
<li>Annual Leave: 30 days, plus 8 bank holidays (rising to 35 days with 5 years continuous service).</li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme.</li>
<li>Continuous professional development with full access to our broad Learning and Development offer.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li>
<li>Supportive management.</li>
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Closing date: Sunday 28th September 2025, 11pm
Interview Date: week commencing Monday 6th October, in person.
The successful candidate will be required to deliver a short presentation at the interview, details of which will be communicated with interview confirmation.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information or an informal discussion, please contact either:
Holly Potter (Here4U Team Manager) <a href="mailto:Holly.Potter@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">Holly.Potter@wokingham.gov.uk</a> or
Alix Williams (Recruitment &amp; Retention Specialist for Children’s Social Care) <a href="mailto:alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">alix.williams@wokingham.gov.uk</a>
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.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.&nbsp;
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
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.&nbsp;
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

Assistant Team Manager, Children in our care and leaving our care Team (Here4U)

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Please note that we do not accept CVs. We only accept online applications. Our applications can take up to 2hrs to complete&nbsp;but we have prepared some guidelines to help you with the application as it’s such an important part of the process.
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To apply use the "Apply Online" button below, which will take you to our Applicant Tracking System ('ATS') where, once you have applied, you can log on to your online account at any time to view the status of any of your applications. By using ATS, you can track the progress of your application(s), receive communications by email, select your own interview time online and see whether you have been made a conditional offer.



Treasury Accountant
Salary:&nbsp; £48,091 - £56,105 (Bar £51,653 on full CCAB qualification)
References: TBC
The role 
Elmbridge’s Finance Team are looking for an experienced local government accountant to manage the financial transaction services of the Council.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
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<li>Preparation of the final accounts notes relating to financial instruments, including producing working papers and liaison with the Council’s external auditors.</li>
<li>Preparation of the annual Treasury Management Strategy.</li>
<li>Managing the Council’s investments and debt in compliance with the strategy.</li>
<li>Monthly VAT returns and reconciliation of VAT control account.</li>
<li>Preparation and presentation of treasury monitoring reports to the Audit and Standards Committee.</li>
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About you
In addition to being enthusiastic and willing to contribute to strong team environment, you will:
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<li>have a full or part CCAB qualification</li>
<li>have significant experience of working within a local government finance team</li>
<li>have a working knowledge of the CIPFA Code of Practice</li>
<li>have experience of the money market and investments</li>
<li>have proven oral and written communication skills</li>
<li>have knowledge/experience of completing VAT returns</li>
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If you would like to discuss the role further contact Paul Windust, Chief Accountant on 01372 474228 or Andrew Cooper, Head of Finance on 01372 474123 for an informal conversation.
Closing Date: 28 September 2025
Interview Dates: &nbsp;8 October 2025

Elmbridge Borough Council

Treasury Accountant

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Portsmouth City Council's Housing Needs, Advice &amp; Support Service works directly with customers to help deal with housing issues and prevent homelessness in the city. We are a busy front-line service dealing directly with customers, many of whom are vulnerable and disadvantaged. We give advice and assistance to our customers to resolve their housing need and make assessments of their housing and support needs in accordance with the Housing Act 1996, and Portsmouth City Council's Allocations Scheme. We are committed to excellent customer service, to listening to and understanding our customers' circumstances, and working collaboratively with them to identify housing solutions. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting good practice and all employees are required to adhere to internal safeguarding policies. Based in Housing Needs, Advice &amp; Support, you will be part of a team that assesses customer applications to join the Portsmouth Housing Register and allocates social housing vacancies to customers in need on the housing register. In this role, you will help manage customer demand, prioritising work to ensure enquiries are dealt with in the appropriate timescales. You will handle initial enquiries from customers wanting to join the housing register, analysing these enquiries to understand the main presenting demand and determine whether the customer has provided enough information to support an application. This will often require you to review existing notes and documents held by the department and make further enquiries with the customer. You will also handle enquiries from customers who want information regarding an existing application or to question the outcome of a recent assessment. You will be required to determine whether the enquiry should be reassessed or if it meets the threshold for a formal review. You will manage requests from the Council's social housing partners asking us to nominate new tenants to their vacant properties. You will review these requests to ensure the landlord has provided all the information needed to successfully allocate the property. Where information is missing or inaccurate you will liaise with the landlord to gather the correct details. You will record new customer enquiries and new allocation requests onto our IT systems and assigning these tasks fairly and appropriately to the Housing Register &amp; Allocation Officers. Using our IT systems, you will record appropriate system notes, ensuring a clear and auditable trail of your actions and decisions, and extract data to provide measures to help us understand and inform the work. You will provide administrative support to your manager &amp; colleagues, for example printing &amp; sending letters, helping to arrange customer appointments, or recording the minutes at meetings. You will need excellent communication skills, patience and empathy as well as resilience and an ability to think on your feet and manage multiple priorities. This is an excellent opportunity if you are looking for a career in housing as you will gain a wide range of experience and knowledge and an opportunity to enhance your skills working with customers. Skills: •	Has an interest and experience of the issues facing vulnerable households with housing needs, and a desire to assist customers to resolve these issues. •	Is able process and gather information to understand what is needed or wanted by a customer. •	Is confident and can clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, giving advice and explaining housing policy to our customers. •	The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. •	Is able to show empathy and understanding to customers and deal tactfully and sensitively with their enquiry. •	Has excellent organisational skills, and an ability to prioritise work and organise the daily demand from customers to the service. •	Is flexible and able to respond to changing priorities and levels of customer demand. •	Is emotionally resilient and able to deal with the impact of being exposed to customer's difficult circumstances, and remain professionally detached and focused even if the message you deliver involves saying no. •	Has an awareness of equalities issues and is committed to equal opportunities. •	Understands safeguarding and can recognise safeguarding concerns and take appropriate action to manage risk. •	Works proactively and can remain motivated, working on their own initiative. •	Has a good level of IT skills and is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

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