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



About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. That’s why we are launching our Social Care Academy in September! Join us for your first year of practice, and we will support you to be the best social worker you can be, and make a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a newly qualified social worker to join North Somerset’s Youth Justice (YJPS) and Prevention Service which is a successful partnership between key partners including North Somerset Council, Police, Health Integrated Care Board and Education partners. We aim improve outcomes and wellbeing for children and victims of crime in North Somerset by embedding a child first and identity focused approach to practice across the Partnership. We see collaboration and participation with children, families and victims as central to our approach to achieving the overarching aim to improve the lives of children, victims and communities in North Somerset.
&nbsp;As part of this role you will also join our Social Care Academy. In our Academy, you will undertake your assessed and supported year in employment in a supported and scaffolded learning environment, and develop the skills you need to join a social work team when you are ready.
You will have a development plan will be individualised to your unique learning needs. You will be supported by the Academy manager, and a dedicated Practice Teacher to support your ASYE, as well as the support from the Youth Justice Team manager.
In the Academy, we will equip you with a working knowledge of our “Building Connection” practice approach, based on relational, restorative, trauma-informed practice. We will offer you regular learning &amp; development sessions on key areas of practice, an experienced buddy in your destination team to shadow and support you, and lots of opportunities to spend time with all our teams, to understand all stages of a child’s journey through support and intervention.&nbsp;
If you are committed to relationship-based, family led practice, and would like to undertake your first year of practice in a supportive, reflective learning environment, we’d love to hear from you!
We will be holding our NQSW Assessment Day on Thursday 10th July , at the Town Hall in Weston-Super-Mare, so keep this date free! If you are shortlisted for our Assessment Day, we will contact you on Thursday 9th July to let you know.
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. 

Valid driving licence and own transport, or an alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment, so you can work flexibly, at home and in the office. Please note that during the induction period, we’ will expect you to spend more time in the office to get to know your colleagues, and support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style.
As this role falls into the category of Flexible Worker, this means you can expect to work in the following way:
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<li>2-3 days in the office</li>
<li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li>
<li>You will be expected in the office for team meetings, supervision, and reflective learning sessions.</li>
<li>Training is available to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li>
</ul>

About You
You must possess the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria:
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<li>Social Work Qualification, or pending completion of qualification.</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work England, or eligible for registration after graduating</li>
<li>Effective written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Be able to create effective working relationships with families and professionals</li>
<li>Commitment to relational, trauma-informed practice.</li>
</ul>

Desirable Criteria:
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<li>Have had a social work placement in a statutory setting</li>
<li>Have had experience of working in Youth Justice</li>
<li>Experience of working in a multi-agency environment</li>
</ul>

What We Offer
Our Social Work Academy provides robust support and training in your first year as a Social Worker.&nbsp; Our Academy model has been recognised by Skills for Care and supports Social Workers through a Secure Base Model, to ensure that practitioners are psychologically safe and as such, can ask questions, make mistakes, learn, and thrive, and achieve their fullest potential as relational, trauma-informed social workers.&nbsp; You will start your year within the Academy, linked to your ‘destination team’, and you will gradually increase your time in this team, in line with your skills, knowledge and confidence.&nbsp;
In addition, at North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
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<li>Competitive salary and benefits</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development</li>
<li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li>
<li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days’ annual leave each year</li>
<li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li>
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Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.

How to Apply
If you share our&nbsp;<a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Laura Dixey, Youth Justice Team Manager at <a href="mailto:laura.dixey@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.dixey@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or Melanie Holt, Practice Development Lead at <a href="mailto:melanie.holt@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">melanie.holt@n-somerset.gov.uk</a>.
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Assessment Centre Date: Thursday 10th July

Equal Opportunities
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.&nbsp; We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.&nbsp; We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.&nbsp;
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

Youth Justice Newly Qualified Social Worker

Job DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary:&nbsp;PO1 – PO4 &nbsp;£39,855 -£50,574 Retention Bonus:&nbsp;This position will attract the retention bonus of £3000 per year in two instalments of £1500Contract Type:Full-time permanentWorking hours per week:&nbsp;36Application Deadline: 10/07/2025Proposed Interview Date(s):&nbsp;WC 11.07.2025 Reference: 1794About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp;About the role:&nbsp;We're seeking dedicated, qualified, and experienced Social Workers to join our Corporate Parenting teams.&nbsp;Corporate Parenting service is a place where you can realise yours. If you are a dedicated and creative social worker looking to make your mark in working with children in care, develop your career and improve the lives of children and their families, our forward-thinking Children’s Directorate should be your next career destination.We are a supportive, focused, and inspirational service. Our shared purpose is to nurture independence and freedom of choice in our children, young people, and families, helping them to achieve the best possible outcomes. All our staff work together to build and maintain a centre of excellence and best practice. In return for your hard work, we will give you the time and active support you need to make a difference.&nbsp;Promoting creativity is at the heart of our agenda to develop social work; you will be encouraged to share ideas, bring about positive change, and strive to continuously improve outcomes for our vulnerable children and young people.<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Role%20Profile%20-%20Childrens%20Social%20Worker%20(1794).pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;</a>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul><li>To undertake statutory social work with children who are Looked After, providing support, assessment of their ongoing and changing needs and interventions which will secure their welfare</li><li>To undertake assessments of the needs of children, their families and formulate plans for those children in accordance with statutory responsibilities and departmental policies.</li><li>Attend any Court hearings as appropriate and give evidence when necessary.</li><li>To ensure timescales are met for Court reports and panel papers when necessary.</li><li>To ensure each child has a detailed Care Plan which can be presented to Review, in consultation with the team manager.</li><li>To promote placement stability and permanence for looked after children.</li><li>To maximise the life chances of looked after children through education, health care and leisure opportunities.</li><li>To ensure child protection procedures and processes are followed in relation to looked after children.</li></ul>Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;<ul><li>Proven social work experience/placement in children and families setting/minimum of one year’s post-qualifying experience</li><li>Demonstrable knowledge and experience of issues relating to children in need, child protection and looked-after children, including relevant legislation, guidance and procedures</li><li>Experience of service delivery which is culturally sensitive and responsive to the needs of a multi-cultural community</li><li>Able to prioritise and effectively work under pressure</li><li>Managing a quality service by ensuring key performance indicators relating to service areas are met</li><li>Ability to work well within a team and maintain clear and regular reporting lines to line manager and senior team members</li><li>Display agile behaviours and understand change at any given moment and respond to it effectively</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, and to follow through on required actions</li><li>Commitment to the participation of children, young people and their families both at an individual and service level</li><li>In rare emergency situations, the ability to work flexible or unsocial hours at short notice.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Have an understanding of the Children Acts 1989 and 2004 and other relevant legislation, procedures and guidance relating to children and families</li><li>Awareness of current issues in childcare policy and practice</li><li>Commitment to the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and acceptance of responsibility for its practical application.</li><li>To understand and comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.</li></ul>Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2023-03/Pay%20Policy%20statement%202023-24.pdf" target="_blank">Retention Bonus</a></li><li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks&nbsp;</li><li>Satisfactory declaration of interest&nbsp;</li><li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults</li><li>Satisfactory DBS check;&nbsp;Enhanced</li><li>Continued professional body registration</li><li>Suitable driver’s license; Desirable but not essential</li><li>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.</li></ul>How to Apply:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Adejumoke Adeoti (Team Manager) at <a href="mailto:Adejumoke.Adeoti@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Adejumoke.Adeoti@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;Ciick here for further information on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Social Worker

Job DescriptionOrganisation: London Borough of Waltham ForestSalary: SO2&nbsp;£38,934 to £40,755 &nbsp;Contract Type: Full time Fixed term (24 Months) &nbsp;Working hours per week: 36&nbsp;Application Deadline: 10/07/2025Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC &nbsp;Reference: 1787About Us:&nbsp;Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work.&nbsp;We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents.&nbsp;London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href="https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard" target="_blank">Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard</a>&nbsp;employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment.&nbsp;The Council’s preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> so we can arrange an alternative application method.&nbsp;About the role:&nbsp;Waltham Forest Legal Services is a high performing in house legal service which plays an essential part in the achievement of the priorities and objectives of Waltham Forest.&nbsp; Our objective is to provide high quality and efficient professional services that meet our clients’ expectations and provides a business and solution focused approach.&nbsp; The Service has been accredited to Lexcel since 2005. &nbsp; We are looking for a Legal Officer specialising in Housing to join our Litigation and Public Law Team.&nbsp; Whilst working to a generic job description we are looking for lawyers experienced in the area of Housing.&nbsp; &nbsp;You will be responsible for a challenging caseload, you will be line managed by Principal or Senior Lawyers or solicitors and supported by other legal officers and paralegals in the team. The ideal candidates will be experienced litigators, able to demonstrate experience in one or more of the following areas: Residential Possession; access injunctions; and costs.&nbsp; You will be willing and able to undertake advocacy in County Courts. &nbsp;<a href="https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/govRoleProfiles/Legal%20Officer%20(Advocacy)%201787.pdf" target="_blank">&gt;&gt; Click here to download the Role Profile &lt;&lt;&nbsp;</a>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;To be responsible for giving legal advice, undertaking advocacy and providing support to clients in one or more areas of the Litigation Team’s work as follows; residential possession, access injunctions and costs.&nbsp;Responsible for conduct of litigation (including advocacy)&nbsp;in the areas of responsibility as assigned by the Senior Lawyer and/or Head of Law (Litigation).To contribute to the effective operational management of the Legal Services team in order to deliver a high quality and cost-effective legal service which includes undertaking advocacy in other areas of Legal Services where required and competent to do so.&nbsp;Qualifications and Requirements:&nbsp;At least one years’ experience in the legal profession.Proficiency in office software&nbsp;Qualifications are not required but the following or higher are desirable: Law Degree, FILEX (or working towards)Terms and conditions:&nbsp;The below terms and conditions apply to this role:&nbsp;Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;&nbsp;Satisfactory declaration of interest;&nbsp;As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.&nbsp;How to Apply:&nbsp;Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the ‘Apply’ button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy.&nbsp;We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Equal Opportunity Employer:&nbsp;Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value.&nbsp;To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.&nbsp;We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview.&nbsp;For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us" target="_blank">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>.&nbsp;Contact Information:&nbsp;If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Glenn Craig, Principal Housing Solicitor at <a href="mailto:Glenn.Craig@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Glenn.Craig@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;or Arandeep Hundal, Senior Lawyer Litigation at <a href="mailto:Arandeep.Hundal@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">Arandeep.Hundal@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href="mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Click here for further information on the <a href="https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.&nbsp;





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legal officer (advocacy)

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





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Hertfordshire County Council

Commissioning Manager

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





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Information Analyst

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself leading a dynamic team to support young people with disabilities to thrive?Can you use your experience to shape inclusive, empowering programmes that build independence and confidence?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Within our Adult Social Care our Adults Provider Services is looking for a passionate and dedicated Support Coordinator to join our team at the Southwark Resource Centre and help make a difference today.About the Role:As a Support Coordinator, you will play a vital leadership role in delivering and coordinating Southwark Gateway, a person-centred programme for young adults (aged 19–25) with learning disabilities, autism, sensory needs, and physical disabilities. You will:<ul><li>Support the Centre Manager in developing, planning and delivering a personalised and exciting Educational programme in accordance with individual Enhanced Health Care Plans- promoting skills, confidence, and wellbeing.</li><li>Supervise, lead and develop a team of support staff, embedding Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches and safeguarding best practices.</li><li>Monitor service delivery to ensure it is safe, high-quality and meets both individual and programme-level outcomes.</li><li>Manage performance and contribute to continuous service improvement, helping young people achieve greater independence and social inclusion.</li></ul>About You:We’re looking for someone who is:<ul><li>Experienced in working with young people with SEND, this may be in an education, community or day service settings.</li><li>Confident leading and motivating teams, with a solid understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management practices.</li><li>Experienced in developing strength-based activities and educational sessions.</li><li>Skilled in applying Positive Behaviour Support approaches and supporting staff through incidents of behaviour that challenges.</li><li>Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and able to model and promote these values in everyday practice.</li></ul>You will also bring:<ul><li>Strong organisational and communication skills.</li><li>A flexible and person-centred approach.</li><li>Experience planning and monitoring programmes or activities that lead to positive, measurable outcomes.</li></ul>About the Team:The Southwark Resource Centre is a vibrant, inclusive hub supporting people with a wide range of needs. As part of the Gateway Service, you’ll help young adults gain life experience, confidence, and skills through an award-winning programme that’s designed to be fun, meaningful and transformative.You’ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to person-led practice, professional development, and making a genuine impact.If you're passionate about enabling young people to grow, connect and achieve, we want to hear from you!Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Emma Bracewell at <a href="mailto:Emma.Bracewell@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Emma.Bracewell@southwark.gov.uk</a>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 6th July 2025Shortlisting date/s: 10th July 2025Interview date/s: 16th July 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care </li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2523610&amp;ptId=105161" target="_blank">Click here to view the Job Description</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Support Coordinator

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself supporting a busy frontline service making a real difference in people’s lives?Can you use your strong administrative skills to help deliver efficient and person-centred services?Does the idea of joining a dynamic team that supports people with disabilities appeal to you?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!Our All Age Disability Service is looking for a dedicated and organised Business Support Officer to join our fantastic team and help make a difference today!About the Role:We are seeking a highly organised Business Support Officer to provide essential administrative support to the All Age Disability Service in Adult Social Care. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring frontline staff are able to focus on their core responsibilities.Your duties will include maintaining and updating data on our Mosaic and SAP systems, running and producing statistical reports, tracking financial data, and handling a variety of correspondence with professionalism and care. As part of a frontline service, regular office attendance is required.This is a Fixed-Term contract of up to 14 months.About You:We’re looking for someone who brings efficiency, attention to detail, and a team-player mindset. The successful candidate will have:<ul><li>Substantial experience in an administrative or business support role</li><li>Strong knowledge of MS Office and ability to work confidently with databases and spreadsheets</li><li>Experience working with financial data</li><li>Excellent communication and organisational skills</li><li>An understanding of disabilities, including autism and learning disabilities, and/or the adult social care sector would be an advantage</li></ul>About the Team:Our All Age Disability Service supports children, young people, and adults with disabilities and eligible social care needs. The team is made up of social workers, team managers, assistant practitioners, and business support officers. We work collaboratively with education, health, and voluntary sector partners to provide high-quality, person-centred services.We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive, and supportive team with opportunities for professional development and growth.For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Petty at <a href="mailto:Sarah.Petty@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Sarah.Petty@southwark.gov.uk</a>.Additional Information:<ul><li>This is a Fixed-Term contract of up to 14 months.</li><li>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Basic level.</li></ul>Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 13th July 2025Interview date/s: 22nd July 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:Members of the Armed Forces and veteransAre currently in care, or have previously been in careIf you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2527175&amp;ptId=105219" target="_blank">AADLD Business Support Officer JD 2020.docx</a></li></ul>





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Adult Social Care Business Support Officer

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





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Assistant Director of Finance

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives in Southwark?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!We are looking to recruit social workers for our Safeguarding &amp; Family Support Service and help play a key role in ensuring children in Southwark are safe and happy at home. If you're a qualified social worker with a passion for empowering children and families, we want to hear from you!This role is full time, 36 hours per week.About us:Our Children's Services is dedicated to providing outstanding support to vulnerable children and families in Southwark. Our systemically-informed, relationship-based approach prioritises the needs of each child, working purposefully with families to manage risk, promote positive outcomes, and create lasting change.Our most recent Ofsted inspection was graded as ‘good’ in all areas. The children in our care said we are a “special council and are like a family to them”.About the team:You will be joining a friendly team of dedicated professionals who share your passion for positive outcomes for children and families.We want you to thrive in your role whilst being supported through regular one to one and group supervisions alongside having access to key development and training opportunities to grow as a social worker.About the role:We aspire to keep your caseloads manageable, allowing you to dedicate your full attention to the children and families who need it most. As a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker, you will:<ul><li>Build positive relationships and work directly with children, their families and partner agencies – all under the guidance of our experienced Team Managers.</li><li>Run child in need and child protection plans, tailored to each child's unique needs and be the driving force behind positive change.</li><li>Experience of CP, CIN and Court work.</li></ul>For more information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification located at the bottom of the advert.About you:<ul><li>Current registration with Social Work England and a recognised social work qualification</li><li>Have passed your ASYE year</li><li>Ability to build positive relationships</li><li>Have knowledge of childcare legislation, child development, and risk/protective factors</li><li>Experience in direct social work interventions, investigations, assessments, and care planning</li><li>Ability to produce high-quality reports and manage complex information</li><li>Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills</li><li>Commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and promoting equality</li></ul>How we can support you:We have a diverse range of training courses, practitioners and teams to help support you so you can provide the best outcomes. We have Family Support Workers, a Keeping Families Together team, a Parenting Assessment Team that conducts specialised court assessments and a SWIFT / clinical service that specialises in delivering intensive therapeutic services to families.We also have Practice Group Coordinators offer administrative support, including providing training on our database.Pay and rewards:In return for all your hard work, skills and experience, you will receive:<ul><li>A competitive base salary</li><li>For roles in our Assessment &amp; Intervention and Safeguarding &amp; Family Support teams, we are offering for a time limited period a Welcome Payment of £2,500 for joining Southwark, followed by a retention payment of £3,000 per year for your first two years, and £4,000 after three years.</li><li>Strong supportive senior management team</li><li>Regular one to one supervision</li><li>Professional development &amp; training opportunities</li><li>Clear career development pathways</li><li>Agile and flexible working arrangements</li></ul>Contact details:If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Antoinette Johnson via email at <a href="mailto:Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Antoinette.Johnson@southwark.gov.uk</a>Recruitment timeline:Advert close date: We will be reviewing applications on a weekly basisInterview date/s: we have weekly interview slots available.We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together initiative</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Guaranteed interview scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2288065&amp;ptId=103892" target="_blank">Social Worker - Job Description &amp; Person Specification</a></li></ul>





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

<h4>The Role</h4>Step into a Senior Role that Makes a Lasting ImpactAre you an experienced social worker ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to play a key role in shaping high-quality, person-centred care for adults in Southwark?This could be your perfect next move.We’re looking for Deputy Team Managers – also known as a Senior Social Workers – to join our Adult Social Work Services. This role offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to hold a meaningful, senior position while remaining close to frontline practice and the people we support.You’ll be a vital part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, working alongside skilled colleagues to support adults with physical disabilities, older people, adults with dementia, and carers. You’ll bring your expertise and leadership in practice to complex cases, support less experienced team members, and contribute to a collaborative, supportive culture.Why Join Southwark?We understand that more and more professionals are valuing the long-term benefits of permanent roles—like career stability, funded development and the chance to build lasting relationships with the people they support.At Southwark, we offer:<ul><li>a stable, secure role with clear pathways for progression</li><li>generous benefits, including annual leave and pension</li><li>funded training and CPD, including leadership programmes</li><li>flexible and hybrid working, plus the tools you need to thrive</li><li>strong professional support, including from our Principal Social Worker and OT</li></ul>Who We're Looking ForYou’ll be an experienced and confident social worker who is:<ul><li>a qualified and registered Social Worker.</li><li>experienced, with post-qualification training or equivalent expertise in a relevant field.</li><li>knowledgeable about current and emerging adult social care legislation</li><li>skilled in managing complex cases and safeguarding work</li><li>a strong communicator who supports colleagues and promotes best practice</li><li>committed to high standards of care and person-centred support</li><li>ready to step into a senior position within a supportive team</li></ul>Whether you're seeking greater responsibility or looking to deepen your impact without moving fully into management, this role provides the opportunity to grow while staying rooted in practice.To apply, please indicate which team you’re interested in joining. Learn more about our teams and what they do <a href="https://www.southwarkadultsocialcarejobs.co.uk/services/" target="_blank">here</a>. This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.





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