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<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £33,143 – £36,363 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAs an Early Years SEND Advisor, you will lead and take responsibility for the planning, delivery, and evaluation of Early Years educational programmes across Luton, including the Portage service. You will train, support, and supervise Portage practitioners within the borough and other local authorities through regular meetings, professional guidance, and quality assurance, and provide statutory data and reports to the National Portage Association.You will promote and support high-quality inclusive practice across private, voluntary, and independent early years settings by working closely with Inclusion Co-ordinators and Children’s Centre Advisory Boards, advising on service delivery to disabled children and their families. This will include planning, writing, and delivering training for Inclusion Co-ordinators and early years staff, in line with DfES and Children and Learning guidance.The role involves providing written guidance and professional advice to settings on observation, assessment and monitoring tools, reviewing the progress of children with SEND and supporting the review, development and implementation of inclusive policies and practice. You will identify, assess, and support pre-statutory school-aged children with SEND, developing and reviewing Individual Education Plans in collaboration with parents, early years providers and partner professionals, while maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.You will initiate and manage statutory assessments under the Education Act 1996 and contribute high-quality educational advice for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) as requested by the local authority, including attendance at week 14 EHCP meetings when required. You will provide advice and support to families of children with SEND below statutory school age, including guidance on appropriate provision and the effective management of transitions from non-maintained settings into maintained schools, ensuring positive and smooth transition experiences for children and families.You will develop and maintain strong multi-agency partnerships with professionals such as Educational Psychologists, Advisory Teachers, and health colleagues, and contribute to multi-disciplinary assessments at the Child Development Centre. As part of the wider Early Years SEND service, you will manage referrals and caseloads and participate in decision-making processes.The post also involves supporting the Government’s two-year-old funding programme by contributing to policy development and best practice. You will manage submissions to the Early Years Panel in relation to funding, monitor the Early Years budget in collaboration with the Senior Advisory Teacher, attend Early Years Panel meetings, and communicate funding decisions to relevant agencies.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You will have substantial experience of working with pre-statutory aged children and their families, developing, and maintaining positive, supportive relationships with parents and carers. You will have significant experience of supporting young children with special educational needs using the Portage model, working collaboratively with families, and engaging effectively with relevant agencies.You will bring in-depth experience of multi-disciplinary working and be confident in assessing special educational needs and producing clear, accurate reports for a range of professional purposes. You will be able to work autonomously within policy and procedural guidelines, demonstrating sound judgement, initiative, and the ability to manage conflict and pressure effectively and diplomatically.You will have proven experience of planning, delivering, and evaluating high-quality training for professionals and early years staff. You will be skilled in observing and assessing pre-school children with special educational needs and in developing and maintaining effective professional relationships with colleagues and partner agencies.You will be able to write clear, well-structured, and objective reports and contribute constructively to the work of a multi-disciplinary team. You will be organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage your own workload, meet deadlines and respond flexibly to service priorities. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, with the ability to recognise and appropriately challenge discrimination.You will have demonstrable knowledge of current SEND legislation, including the SEN Code of Practice, alongside a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and Early Support materials. You will also have substantial knowledge of child development.You will hold a relevant qualification such as Nursery Nurse, NNEB, BTEC or equivalent, be Portage trained, and have undertaken additional training in SEND. You will be adaptable and willing to meet service demands, including working occasionally outside normal contracted hours (up to once per month).<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitiousLuton 2040 Vision– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1673262&amp;ptId=12236" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1694119&amp;ptId=12236" target="_blank">download: 6708574BUV 201307 L6 Special Education Needs SEN Advisor Early Years.docx</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Early Years SEND Advisor

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £60,379 - £63,721 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you passionate about driving transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across complex systems and processes? Do you have the leadership skills to shape compliance frameworks while keeping people and outcomes at the heart of decision-making? If so, we’d love to hear from you.We are seeking a Policy, Performance and Systems Manager to provide strategic leadership across our procurement ecosystem. This is a pivotal role where you’ll ensure our systems, processes and performance data are used effectively to deliver strong outcomes and embed a culture of integrity and openness.Working closely with senior managers, you’ll take the lead in designing and improving systems that not only support the council’s strategic objectives - including Luton 2040 - but also help us achieve meaningful Social Value outcomes from our contracts. You’ll play a key role in removing unnecessary barriers, introducing pragmatic solutions, and making sure that business needs remain central to the way our systems are configured.In this role, you will:<ul><li>Lead on compliance and performance, using data and systems controls to strengthen transparency and accountability.</li><li>Ensure procurement systems are effectively configured to deliver expected outcomes while staying aligned to business objectives.</li><li>Provide insight through data analysis and reporting, sharing findings with colleagues at all levels to support effective decision-making.</li><li>Develop strong working relationships with local partners and anchor institutions, co-designing initiatives that support supplier development and capacity building.</li><li>Collaborate with the Economic Growth team to engage local suppliers, helping to grow their capability and confidence to bid for contracts.</li><li>Regularly prepare and present reports, grounded in research and consultation, to support evidence-based strategies for improvement.</li></ul><h2>About you</h2>You will bring substantial experience of ensuring compliant processes and systems are in place to demonstrate value for money, alongside a strong background in purchasing and procurement with excellent commercial understanding of markets and the economics that underpin them. With in-depth expertise in procurement policy, system and tool development, and commissioning processes, you will be confident working in partnership with departments to embed best practice.Your career to date will demonstrate leadership - both in managing teams and supporting staff development - as well as experience of working within a unitary authority or similarly complex, multi-functional organisation that serves the public good. You will be adept at acting on your own initiative while building positive relationships across all levels of the organisation, ensuring consistency, and escalating issues appropriately when required.Highly skilled in preparing and presenting complex reports to senior management, you will combine strong analytical ability with excellent communication skills to inform decision-making. You will also be able to lead, motivate, and engage colleagues across different teams, fostering collaboration and improvement.Your up-to-date knowledge of UK procurement legislation and relevant EU directives will ensure all activity is compliant, supported where necessary through liaison with legal experts. You will also have a demonstrable understanding of how legislation impacts markets, finance, and contractual arrangements. Ideally, you will be working towards, or already hold, membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or be able to evidence equivalent professional knowledge and experience.<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitiousLuton 2040 Vision– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1636906&amp;ptId=12239" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1645821&amp;ptId=12239" target="_blank">download: M6 Policy Performance and Systems Manager_FINAL.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Policy, Performance and Systems Manager

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Policy &amp; Performance Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and provide support to colleagues and external partners across the Council in applying the Procurement and Contract Management Policy, ensuring that our tendering and purchasing systems are effective, compliant, and efficient.In this role, you will review and interrogate existing processes, identifying opportunities to implement performance improvements. You will work closely with Finance and Audit teams to validate internal controls and ensure they are effective and aligned with organisational standards.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide guidance and support to internal teams and external stakeholders on the application of the Council’s Procurement and Contract Management Policy.</li><li>Review current procurement processes and procedures to identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Finance and Audit colleagues to assess and validate internal controls.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement operations, ensuring compliance and value for money.</li><li>Monitor and report on procurement performance metrics, highlighting key insights and recommendations.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You will have strong experience and understanding in the use of e-procurement and P2P technologies, with the ability to provide guidance and training to colleagues on their effective use. You are experienced in managing back-office infrastructure, systems, and procedures, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, and proactively identifying opportunities to develop and implement continuous improvements in procurement processes.With excellent analytical and data manipulation skills, you are highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and prioritise effectively, with exceptional attention to detail. You have outstanding interpersonal and teamworking abilities, communicating clearly and positively with colleagues across the organisation and with external suppliers.Confident in the use of office IT systems, spreadsheets, and e-procurement and finance systems, you have demonstrable knowledge of their functionalities and how they support effective procurement operations. You can offer support, guidance, and training to colleagues on best practice usage of these systems. Additionally, you have a sound knowledge of current UK procurement legislation and EU directives, and are working towards CIPS membership status, hold an NVQ Level 3 - 4 qualification, or can demonstrate equivalent knowledge through experience.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitiousLuton 2040 Vision– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1631455&amp;ptId=12240" target="_blank">download: NEW M1 Procurement Policy &amp; Performance Officer _FINAL.docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1645759&amp;ptId=12240" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Procurement, Policy and Performance Officer

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £39,152 - £41,771 a year Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Permanent&nbsp;We are seeking a committed and forward-thinking Social Value &amp; Responsible Procurement Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead on embedding social value and responsible procurement practices across the Council, supporting both internal colleagues and external partners.In this role, you will champion the integration of social value into tender activity and contract management, ensuring that our procurement processes deliver positive and measurable outcomes for our communities. You will also play a key role in demonstrating how Council policies are being achieved through relevant contracts, and in reporting on the wider impacts of our approach.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and provide guidance to colleagues and suppliers on embedding social value and responsible procurement into tender activity and contract management.</li><li>Ensure Council policies are effectively delivered through procurement activity and evidenced in contract performance.</li><li>Monitor, evaluate, and report on the impact of social value initiatives, particularly in relation to:</li><ul><li>Environmental sustainability and delivery of the Council’s Net Zero Carbon Plan.</li><li>Social value contributions to communities, including wellbeing and resilience.</li><li>Economic growth and the development of skills across the borough.</li></ul><li>Work collaboratively with stakeholders to promote best practice and continuous improvement in responsible procurement.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You will have strong experience and understanding in the use of e-procurement and contract performance systems, as well as social value and responsible procurement tools, to ensure compliance and drive improved outcomes, delivering value for money. You are experienced in managing back-office infrastructure, systems, and procedures, demonstrating adherence to organisational policies while taking initiative to develop and implement continuous improvements in procurement processes.With excellent analytical and data manipulation skills, you are highly organised, able to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and prioritise effectively, with exceptional attention to detail. You have strong interpersonal and teamworking abilities, communicating clearly and positively with colleagues across the organisation and with external suppliers.Confident in the use of office IT systems, spreadsheets, and online procurement/contract management platforms, you have demonstrable knowledge of systems that capture social value and responsible procurement performance. You can provide support, guidance, and training to colleagues on best practice approaches to specifying and evaluating social value and responsible procurement outcomes. Working towards CIPS membership status, NVQ Level 3-4 qualified, or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge through experience, you bring both expertise and a proactive approach to your role.This is a public facing role so you’ll need to show off your fluency in speaking and writing English<h2>About us</h2>Our ambitiousLuton 2040 Vision– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application Process</h2>On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received. <h2>Benefits</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: - From 25 to 32 days’ annual leave: linked to length of service and grade - Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave - Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area - Pension scheme: with generous employer contributions of up to 20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant - Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility) - Employee Assistance Programme: a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home - Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns - Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways - Staff offers: includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons - Arriva Travel Club: great value savings on local bus travel<h2>How to apply</h2>We understand that job applications take time and effort, but a high-quality application shows that you are professional with a good attention to detail. The recruiting manager may receive a number of applications for each job advertised so you want yours to stand out! Our ‘How to apply' page has more tips to help with your application:&nbsp;<a href="https://m.luton.gov.uk/Page/Show/Jobs_and_careers/recruitment/Pages/How-to-apply.aspx" target="_blank">How to apply</a><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1631457&amp;ptId=12242" target="_blank">download: NEW M1 Social Value and Responsible Procurement Officer _FINAL.docx</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1645799&amp;ptId=12242" target="_blank">download: Luton Values Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Social Value and Responsible Procurement Officer

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for public service and operational excellence? We are looking for a Shared Service Manager – Revenues to join our senior management team within the Revenues &amp; Benefits Shared Service. About the RoleAs a key member of the leadership team, you will be responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of the Council Tax and Business Rates functions across our shared service. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams across multiple sites and remote settings, ensuring high performance, compliance, and excellent customer service.You will also:<ul><li>Oversee the collection of over £200 million in revenues and support benefit payments exceeding £60 million.</li><li>Lead on the administration and collection of Council Tax and National Non-Domestic Rates (NNDR).</li><li>Ensure accurate maintenance of the tax base, collection fund records, and valuation lists.</li><li>Drive performance, innovation, and continuous improvement across the service.</li><li>Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including government bodies and auditors.</li><li>Support the Assistant Director and deputise as required.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For We are seeking a confident and experienced professional who can demonstrate:<ul><li>At least 5 years of relevant management experience in Revenues and/or Benefits.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Council Tax, NNDR, and associated legislation.</li><li>Proven leadership and team management skills across diverse operations.</li><li>Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making abilities.</li><li>IRRV Technician qualification or equivalent experience is desirable.</li></ul>Key Competencies <ul><li>Personal effectiveness and resilience</li><li>Analytical thinking and problem-solving</li><li>People management and team leadership</li><li>Customer focus and service delivery</li><li>External and commercial awareness</li><li>Resource and budget management</li></ul>What can we offer you? <ul><li>A stimulating and supportive work environment</li><li>Blending working (remote/office)</li><li>Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time</li><li>26-29 days annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service</li><li>Employee well-being programme</li><li>Free parking when you are in the office</li></ul>Whilst this role is offered on a full-time basis, we are prepared to consider part time applications or requested for compressed working hours (subject to business need)How to apply For an informal discussion about the role and to find out more about East Herts Councils ambition please contact Carol Bulloch, Assistant Director Revenues &amp; Benefits on 01279 502077Closing date: 8th February 2026 at 5pm Interviews will be held w/c 16th February 2026 We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.<ul></ul>

East Hertfordshire District Council

Shared Service Manager – Revenues 

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on resident’s lives? Do you have excellent communication and problem-solving skills? We are looking for a Housing Options Officer to help provide an effective and proactive homeless prevention and relief service, ensuring outstanding customer service and service delivery standards are achieved and providing a critical source of support for local people seeking help with their housing needs.The Role You will work as part of the wider Housing Services service area. This role is responsible for providing comprehensive housing information, advice, and assistance to the public in order to prevent or delay homelessness and to promote local housing options. You will also assess homeless applications advising applicants of their options and ensure they receive appropriate information and, where necessary, are signposted to other useful sources of help.Who we’re looking for:<ul><li>Experience in Housing options within a local authority or Registered Provider setting. </li><li>Experience of housing advice and casework. </li><li>Experience of working with external agencies to deliver successful outcomes.</li><li>Ability to deal with complex cases through multi-agency working. </li><li>People skills with the ability to communicate well with customers, Councillors, and external agencies. </li><li>Able to interpret policy, procedures, and strategies in relation to Housing Needs. </li><li>Self-sufficient in the use of databases and MS Office products and the use of CRM (Customer Relationship Management Systems. </li><li>Able to write accurate and clear correspondence and reports. </li><li>Able to plan and prioritise when under pressure. </li><li>Ability and commitment to working with individuals and groups to problem solve and achieve positive service outcomes. </li><li>Able to innovate by both conceiving and implementing new services or improvements to existing services. </li><li>Pragmatic, creative, and flexible approach to problem solving and committed to taking initiative and achieving practical solutions. </li><li>An understanding of local government services and functions and the major issues facing local government.</li><li>Experience of working with Elected Members and of dealing with politically sensitive issues.</li></ul>What we offer When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.We believe in balancing hard work with fun. Our active social team organises two to three events a year, ranging from Staff Awards, quiz nights to rounders in the park, helping the workplace to be productive and enjoyable. We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.Please visit our website for more information about working for us <a href="http://www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs" target="_blank">www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs</a> and download our Working for Tandridge guide. Diversity statement At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do, and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.Want to know more?If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.If you would like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail David Wilcox at <a href="mailto:dwilcox@tandridge.gov.uk" target="_blank">dwilcox@tandridge.gov.uk</a>Local Government ReorganisationSurrey is part of the government’s plans for local government reorganisation. This means the current two tier system, where services are split between Surrey County Council and district and borough councils like Tandridge, will be replaced with larger councils, which handle all local services. Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, we need to continue to provide services. When local government is reorganised, most staff will transfer to the new council on their current terms and conditions. Being part of a larger organisation may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety. The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc. Find out more about what <a href="https://www.tandridge.gov.uk/Your-council/Local-government-reorganisation-LGR" target="_blank">local government reorganisation</a> means for us.





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Tandridge District Council

Housing Options Officer

We are recruiting a Principal Contract Management Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Office based / Home working / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Procurement and Information ServicesThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Reporting to the Contract Management Support Services Manager and Contract Manager, this role will develop contract management maturity within Waste Management and across the Council. It will push value for money and compliance through agreed strategies and processes, working collaboratively with the Transformation programme, Digital &amp; Procurement Services, and Waste Management teams. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A relevant Level 4 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example, Contract Management, Level 4 ILM.</li><li>Willingness to complete a Contract Management Capability Programme within a timescale to be agreed with line manager if not already completed.</li><li>Strength of character and presence of mind to liaise effectively and authoritatively with representatives of organisations.</li><li>Experience of Contract Management and gaining insight from a range of stakeholders.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gareth Day on 01495 235530 or email <a href="mailto:dayga@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">dayga@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Caerphilly County Borough Council

Principal Contract Management Officer

We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: 2 x Full Time, Permanent Location: Tredomen HouseTeam: 16 Plus TeamThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering services to children and young people in accordance with their assessed needs, and based on the assessment plan which has been agreed to meet those needs, and in accordance with statutory and directorate requirements. You will provide high quality assessment and/or care management to children and families who have been assessed as requiring ongoing intervention while reviewing progress within statutory timescales ensuring plans for children are achieving the identified outcomes. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Up to date knowledge of current legislation and statutory regulations, research and practice in relation to the relevant service area.</li><li>Experience of multi-agency working.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Williams on 07971 781534 or email <a href="mailto:willik19@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willik19@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Senior Practitioner - 16 Plus

We are recruiting a Senior Care Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 hours per week - These hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below. Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Min y Mynydd Residential HomeTeam: Older People Residential ServicesThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £31,537 - £34,434 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Min y Mynydd Residential Home is a registered service with Care Inspectorate Wales providing long-term and short-term accommodation, for older people living with a dementia. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the team working alongside the Manager and Deputy Manager, who have the necessary skills, experience and commitment to manage and provide leadership to the staff team. Ensuring people who live in the Home experiences the highest standard of care and live a fulfilled, meaningful life. The Senior Care Officer takes responsibility of the Home in the absence of the Registered Team Manager and Deputy Manager. This is an office-based role, although when required will provide direct support to people living in the Home. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care Services or equivalent as recognised by the Social Care Wales and/or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Services or equivalent as recognised by the Social Care Wales.</li><li>Knowledge of Care Inspectorate Wales and National Minimum Standards for Care Homes for Older People.</li><li>Experience of working in a care environment.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Heber Moseley on 01685 840595 or email <a href="mailto:moselh@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">moselh@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Senior Care Officer

We are recruiting Case Managers at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Full Time/Permanent Location: Ty Graddfa / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Community Resource Team. We pay an attractive salary of £31,537 - £34,434 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The Community Resource Team are looking for enthusiastic people to join our service. The role is a busy one and will involve carrying out functional assessments in a hospital or community setting, completing Integrated assessments and Care and Support Plans, and undertaking reviews for packages of care. The role will also involve building and maintaining positive working relationships with our health colleagues.The postholder will need to be flexible, hardworking, and be able to work at a fast pace, as well as being motivated and enthusiastic about helping individuals to find solutions to achieve what matters to them and achieve their identified outcomes.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Level 2 qualification/s on the Credit and Qualification Framework for Wales. For example, GCSE Grade A*-C, NVQ Level 2 in Care.</li><li>Knowledge of social services and hospital interfaces and need for community-based care.</li><li>Experience of working with a Social Services/Health setting</li><li>A full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit clients at their home, attend meetings in various locations.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Martin Williams on 07825634177 or email <a href="mailto:willim15@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willim15@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk </a>This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Case Manager (HART)

We are recruiting a Senior Residential Child Care Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Various Locations across the BoroughTeam: Residential ServicesThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £35,412 - £38,220 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Caerphilly Residential Services are expanding their homes and we need sufficient staff within each home to satisfy Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) requirements. Within each home children will be cared for 24/7 by residential care staff, with 3 staff on shift in the larger homes at all times and 2 staff on shift for the smaller homes at all times.The core purpose of the role is to assist the Registered Manager in providing an emotionally secure, consistent, warm, supportive and caring environment for the young people and to encourage their social, physical, emotional, intellectual and moral development so that they may realise their own potential.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>NVQ 3 Caring for Children and Young People Or NVQ 4 Care, Or Predecessor QCF Diploma Level 3 Health and Social Care Children and Young People.</li><li>At least 2 years experience in a Residential child care setting.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to undertake home visits, to transport children, young people and parents / carers during the week. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Williams on 07971781534 or email <a href="mailto:willik19@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">willik19@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.The Social Care Wales (Registration) Rules 2023 set out the requirement for all residential childcare workers, domiciliary care workers, adult care home workers, residential family centre workers to be registered with Social Care Wales within six months from your start date in post. The Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) National Minimum Standards for Children’s Homes state that individuals providing care must be at least 18 years old and must be at least 4 years older than the oldest child accommodated. This is a protected characteristic under the occupational requirement of the post in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.





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Senior Residential Child Care Worker

We are recruiting a Social Worker at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Ty Siriol, CaerphillyTeam: Drug and Alcohol Team This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £39,152 - £41,771 and offer access to training and development opportunities.The Social Services Drug and Alcohol Team is looking to recruit a full time Social Worker in a permanent position. The team is statutory service within Adult Services, supporting individuals affected by drugs, alcohol and/or other substance use across Caerphilly County Borough. The team is based at Ty Siriol in Caerphilly alongside Aneurin Bevan Specialist Drug and Alcohol Service.The team offer a person-centered, trauma-informed approach, working collaboratively to reduce harm, promote recovery, and support safety and wellbeing. The team work closely with partner agencies, including mental health services, safeguarding teams, criminal justice, housing and community providers.The successful candidate will be required to practice in accordance with National Occupational Standards for Social Work and Code of Practice for Social Care Workers to deliver assessment and care management services.You will need to have a good understanding of current legislation and policy. You will also be required to work closely with carers, other professionals and team members or alone using your own initiative. You will be required to support and safeguard vulnerable service users through difficult periods in their lives, therefore effective communication and organisational skills are essential.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>Knowledge of the safeguarding responsibilities for social workers in working with vulnerable adults and children.</li><li>Experience of working with people who have issues around substance misuse.</li><li>A Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit clients and attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vanessa Thomas on 02920 859872 or email <a href="mailto:thomav2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">thomav2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Social Worker

We are recruiting a Ranger at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Contract Type: 2 x Full Time, Fixed Term Until 4th October 2026 Location: Cwmcarn Forest DriveTeam: Regeneration Services – Visitor EconomyThis position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £25,583 - £25,989 and offer access to training and development opportunities.Two seasonal Rangers are required to support the full time Ranger in the day-to-day management of the Forest Drive through Main season. The primary responsibility of the post is to ensure that the land managed by the council is safe, well maintained and accessible. The post-holders will work with the full time Ranger to maintain the destination to ensure that visitors have an excellent experience. This is an exciting role at the front line of the Team as the destination aims to grow to become one of the most outstanding tourist attractions in Wales. The successful candidates will have experience in a similar role, ideally in a comparable working environment. The post will commence on 17th March 2026 and terminate on 4th October 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be expected to attend an interview to be held at Cwmcarn Forest Drive Visitor Centre. For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example, NVQ Level 2 or GCSEs.</li><li>Working knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations.</li><li>Previous experience in a similar role.</li><li>Full UK (Category B) driving licence to drive Council vehicles. For example, buggy, 4x4.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tracy Hughes on 01495 272001 or email <a href="mailto:hughetw@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">hughetw@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> / Michael Owen on 01495 272001 or email <a href="mailto:owenm3@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">owenm3@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Ranger

We are recruiting a Senior Practitioner Mental Health at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 Hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: North Integrated Health and Social Care CentreTeam: North Community Mental Health Team This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £42,839 - £46,142 and offer access to training and development opportunities.This post attracts a Market Supplement of £2,995 per annum, in addition to the annual salary, which will be paid in 12 monthly instalments for partaking in the AMHP Rota.The postholder will work with service users aged 18 and over who have mental health needs. The team is multi-disciplinary, dynamic and forward thinking and the successful candidate will be required to practice in accordance with National Occupational Standards for Social Work and Code of Practice for Social Care Workers to deliver assessment and care management services.You will need to have a good understanding of current legislation and policy. You will also be required to work closely with carers, other professionals and team members or alone using your own initiative. You will have a varied role and have the ability to deal with crisis situations and will be expected to facilitate safe discharge for service users from hospital into the community. You will be required to support and safeguard vulnerable service users through difficult periods in their lives, therefore effective communication and organisational skills are essential.The successful applicant must possess Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification and Post Qualifying Awards for Consolidating Practice and Enabling Practice or equivalent. If you do not hold the Approved Mental Health Professional Award you will be expected to undertake this training in order to fulfil the role.For the role, we ask that you have:<ul><li>A Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification.</li><li>An Approved Mental Health Professional Award.</li><li>Knowledge of the current social care legislative framework and national drivers within social work and social care including Social Services and Wellbeing Act Wales (2014), Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity, Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010 and Deprivation of Liberty safeguards.</li><li>Experience of undertaking the duties of an Approved Mental Health Professional.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to visit clients and attend meetings.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rhian Llewellyn on 01685 846444 or email <a href="mailto:llewer1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">llewer1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.You must possess a Diploma/Degree in Social Work or predecessor and be registered as a Social Worker with Social Care Wales (or able to transfer from another recognised body). The current registration requirements state that completion of the Consolidation of Practice qualification within your first 3 years of practice is mandatory (if you qualified after 1st April 2016). Failure to successfully complete this qualification will result in you being unable to renew your Social Work Registration or practice as a Social Worker.





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Senior Practitioner Mental Health

We are recruiting Level 3 Teaching Assistants at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 35 Hours Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time, Term Time Only (39 Weeks) Location: Various Locations across the BoroughTeam: Educated Other Than at School (EOTAS) This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £21,966 - £23,413 and offer access to training and development opportunities. Are you passionate about make a real difference in the lives of young people who need alternative approaches to education?We are seeking dedicated and resilient level 3 teaching assistants to join our supportive team within an EOTAS (educated other than at school) secondary setting.This is a unique opportunity to support learners who are not currently accessing mainstream education due to emotional, behavioural or medical needs. You will need to demonstrate patience, creativity and a trauma informed approach and be able to work flexibility across different sites, including a pupil referral unit. Relevant, recent experience is desirable.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Relevant Level 3 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example NVQ3 for Teaching Assistants or experience.</li><li>Level 2 qualifications on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales in numeracy and literacy. For example NVQ Level 2 in English and Maths.</li><li>Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes.</li><li>Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Chris Aplin/Rebecca Hendy on 01495 235600 or email <a href="mailto:aplinc5@hwbcymru.net" target="_blank">aplinc5@hwbcymru.net</a><a href="mailto:hendyr1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">hendyr1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.Under the Education (Wales) Act 2014 all Learning Support staff in schools, (which includes the post referred to herein), must be registered with the Education Workforce Council for Wales (EWC) from 1 April 2016.Your employment will be subject to satisfactory documentary evidence of registration, and continuing registration, as a Learning Support Assistant with the EWC.Information on how to register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) can be found on the following website <a href="https://www.ewc.wales/site/index.php/en/" target="_blank">https://www.ewc.wales/site/index.php/en/</a> or by telephoning, 02920 460099. It is your responsibility to ensure you register and continue to register as part of your terms and conditions of employment.





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Teaching Assistant Level 3

We are recruiting for various school catering positions within Caerphilly County Borough's Area 2 Catering Team. Locations covered by the team are as follows: Bedwas, Trethomas, Machen, Graig y Rhacca, Rudry and Caerphilly Town. If you’d like to be part of our award-winning catering team, that promotes a warm atmosphere and can make a difference to people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re looking for morning work, or something to fit around a busy schedule – we have something for everyone. We cater for every school in the borough, so we are likely to have opportunities around your preferred location. We have the following vacancies available in Area 2:Breakfast Club Assistant – Grade 1<ul><li>The Twyn School - 5 hours per week</li><li>Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Caerffili - 5 hours per week</li></ul>Breakfast Club Supervisor – Grade 3<ul><li>Cwrt Rawlin Primary School - 5 hours per week</li><li>Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Y Castell - 5 hours per week</li></ul>Assistant Cook - Grade 3<ul><li>Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni Y Gwyndy - 32.50 hours per week</li></ul>Catering Assistant - Grade 1<ul><li>Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Caerffili - 10 hours per week</li><li>Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Caerffili - 15 hours per week</li><li>Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni Y Gwyndy - 10 hours per week</li><li>Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni Y Gwyndy - 12.5 hours per week</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Corrine Harris on 07713092807 or email <a href="mailto:HARRIC1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">HARRIC1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. 





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School Catering Vacancies Area 2

We are recruiting an Administrative Officer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 18.5 Hours (Week 1 – 7.24 Thursday – Friday) / (Week 2 -7.24 Wednesday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Part time Location: Ty Penallta / Working hours can be split between home and office depending on specific task requirements.Team: Housing This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £13,201 - £14,071 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will join Caerphilly Homes and play a key role in delivering a customer-focused Community Housing Service.The postholder will provide essential back-office administrative support functions while also helping to deliver accurate advice, information, and assistance to our customers.You must be an excellent communicator, have strong organisational skills, an attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You will work with colleagues to ensure services run smoothly and in compliance with our current processes and procedures, while meeting the highest standards of customer service.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A Relevant Level 2 qualification/s on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example, NVQ2 Administration, GCSEs Grade A*-C.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, communicating effectively with customers and colleagues both verbally and in writing, demonstrating a caring and customer focused approach.</li><li>Experience of providing administrative support, including data entry and file management. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jane Pitman/Michael Constance on 01443 873535 or email <a href="mailto:pitmaj2@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">pitmaj2@caerphilly.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:constm@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">constm@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. This role requires a basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.





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Administrative Officer

We are recruiting for various school catering positions within Caerphilly County Borough's Area 4 Catering Team. Locations covered by the team are as follows: Llanbradach, Ystrad Mynach, Penallta, Hengoed, Gelligaer, Nelson, Gilfach, Fleur De Lys, Tir y Berth and Pengam. If you’d like to be part of our award-winning catering team, that promotes a warm atmosphere and can make a difference to people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re looking for morning work, or something to fit around a busy schedule – we have something for everyone. We cater for every school in the borough, so we are likely to have opportunities around your preferred location.We have the following vacancies available in Area 4:Breakfast Club Assistant - Grade 1 <ul><li>Ystrad Mynach Primary School - 5 hours per week</li><li>Various Locations - Casual/Relief</li></ul>Catering Assistant – Grade 1<ul><li>Various Locations - Casual/Relief</li></ul>Breakfast Club Supervisor - Grade 3 <ul><li>Coed y Brain Primary School - 5 hours per week</li><li>Tir y Berth Primary School – 5 hours per week</li></ul>Assistant Cook – Grade 3<ul><li>Ystrad Mynach Primary School – 22.5 hours per week</li><li>Coed y Brain Primary School - 15 hours per week</li><li>Greenhill Primary School - 10 hours per week</li></ul> We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Karen Stockwood on 01443864055 or email <a href="mailto:stockk@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">stockk@caerphilly.gov.uk </a>This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information. 





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We are recruiting an Assistant Engineer at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 37 hours (7.24 Monday – Friday) Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Location: Ty PenalltaTeam: Highway Engineering Group This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization. We pay an attractive salary of £35,412 - £38,220 and offer access to training and development opportunities. The successful candidate will support the highways design and project management team, contributing to the delivery of infrastructure schemes including junction and highway improvements, road safety schemes, safe routes, active travel, carparks and sustainable drainage.The post involves design work, site supervision, contract administration, and stakeholder liaison. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure high-quality service delivery.If you're passionate about engineering, sustainability, and making a positive impact across the borough, this is a great opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking team.For the role, we ask that you have: <ul><li>A relevant Level 4 or 5 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework. For example HNC or HND in Civil Engineering.</li><li>A working knowledge of construction related design standards, specifications and methods of measurement.</li><li>Relevant construction industry experience with a broad based knowledge of construction.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to undertake inspections, contract supervision and attend meetings. </li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list. After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Stook on 01443 866559 or email <a href="mailto:stooksj@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">stooksj@caerphilly.gov.uk</a>Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.





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Assistant Engineer

We are recruiting Domiciliary Care Workers at Caerphilly County Borough Council. Working hours: 14 hours per week. These hours will be worked on a rotating basis, if you require further information on the available hours, please contact the recruiting manager using the details provided below. Contract Type: Permanent/Part Time Location: Community based This is an exciting opportunity to join Team Caerphilly and provide support across the wider Home Assistance Reablement Team (HART). We pay an attractive salary of £9,990 - £10,648 and offer access to training and development opportunities. H.A.R.T supports adults living within Caerphilly County Borough by working closely with health and community partners to ensure individuals receive the right support at the right time in their own homes.As a member of our assessment service, you will provide short-term support to individuals during their care and support assessment process. You will regularly update key workers on progress and work across all HART services.Depending on the level of support required, this role may involve working alone or alongside a colleague. We offer tailored, work-based training designed to enhance your existing skills and help you develop new ones. Various contracts are available. Does this sound like the right job for you? If so, we will provide you with the following: <ul><li>Comprehensive induction.</li><li>Training to promote your continued professional development.</li><li>An embedded risk assessment model.</li><li>Regular supervision, annual appraisal and opportunities for reflective practice.</li><li>Supportive and experienced Monitoring officers and Seniors.</li><li>Visible and strong leadership from the Senior Management Team. </li></ul>We welcome applications from experienced staff or people wanting to start a career in care.For the role, we ask that you have:<ul><li>Knowledge of domiciliary care regulations.</li><li>Experience of providing / assisting with care, either in present / previous employment or for a family member.</li><li>Full UK Category B (Cars) driving licence and the use of a motor vehicle insured for business / work purposes to travel throughout the borough to attend meetings, visit individuals.</li></ul>We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme and staff discount schemes. To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sian Howell on 01443 873556 or email <a href="mailto:howels6@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">howels6@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> or Kelly-Ann Cegielski on 01443 864717 or email <a href="mailto:cegiek1@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">cegiek1@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport, or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.If you have any difficulty applying online, please contact <a href="mailto:webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk" target="_blank">webrecruitment@caerphilly.gov.uk</a> for further information.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.The Social Care Wales (Registration) Rules 2023 set out the requirement for all residential childcare workers, domiciliary care workers, adult care home workers, residential family centre workers to be registered with Social Care Wales within six months from your start date in post.Permanent positions will require you to work flexibly including weekend and Bank Holiday work.





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Domiciliary Care Worker

Be a hero to a young person in care!Are you looking for a meaningful, long-term volunteering role where you can make a positive difference in a young person’s life?If yes, we have the perfect opportunity for you!We’re seeking compassionate, reliable adults to become Independent Visitors - volunteer mentors and trusted friends to children and young people in care.Please note that we are currently only considering applicants from the Kent areas or if based In London willing to support a young person in Kent or the Croydon areaWhat is an Independent Visitor?An Independent Visitor (IV) is a volunteer befriender and mentor who visits a young person in care once a month, usually on weekends, to enjoy fun, supportive activities together. As an IV, you’ll be a consistent, caring adult outside their professional network - someone who chooses to be there, just for them.This is a long-term role, and we ask volunteers to commit to at least two years to help build a strong, stable relationship.We’re especially keen to hear from volunteers based in or near London and Kent, where many of our young people live.Why it mattersYoung people in care often face instability and frequent change. Having a consistent adult who listens, encourages and simply spends time with them can be life changing.“My IV is the one person who’s always there for me. They make me feel like I matter.” Young Person in Care.Who can volunteer?You don’t need previous experience - just the right values and commitment. We’re looking for caring people who are:<ul><li>Friendly and approachable</li><li>Patient, empathetic and consistent</li><li>A good listener</li><li>Committed to visiting once a month for at least two years</li><li>Willing to complete training and safeguarding checks</li></ul>Please note that we are currently only considering applicants from the Kent areas or if based In London willing to support a young person in Kent or the Croydon area.We particularly welcome applications from male volunteers and individuals from Black, Asian and other underrepresented communities.What will you be doing?As an Independent Visitor, you’ll:<ul><li>Meet your young person once a month for activities like going to the cinema, bowling, exploring parks or just having a chat</li><li>Suggest age-appropriate outings based on their interests</li><li>Keep in touch between visits with a weekly call or message (if they’d like)</li><li>Occasionally join in on group events</li><li>Create meaningful, lasting memories</li></ul>Please note that all travel and activity expenses will be covered.Training &amp; ongoing supportBefore you start, we’ll provide:<ul><li>Full initial training</li><li>Ongoing support and one-to-one supervision</li><li>Access to additional training through Southwark’s volunteer resources</li></ul>Contact information<ul><li>For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sav D’Souza via email at Sav.D'<a href="mailto:Souza@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Souza@southwark.gov.uk</a></li></ul>Recruitment timeline<ul><li>Applications reviewed on an ongoing basis.</li><li>Interviews: To be confirmed.</li></ul>The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Ready to make a difference?If you’re looking for a rewarding, long-term volunteering opportunity where you can support a young person one to one and help them thrive, we’d love to receive an application from you today!





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Independent Visitor - Volunteer Opportunity (Kent and Croydon)

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £47,181 – £50,269 a year plus £5,000 market supplement and £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentWe are seeking a committed and experiencedDeputy Team Managerto help lead ourFamily Help teamin delivering high-quality early help and child in need services across Luton. Working alongside the Family Help Team Manager, you will play a key leadership role in managing a newly integrated, multi-disciplinary team that includes:<ul><li>Social workers and family help practitioners</li><li>Educational and mental health professionals (CAMHS, psychologists, adult mental health nurses, speech and language therapists)</li><li>Community partners (youth workers, police community support officers, DWP work coaches, health visitors, social prescribers, housing officers, domestic abuse workers and more)</li></ul>You will be instrumental in prioritising support for our most vulnerable children and families, ensuring the right interventions are identified and implemented in line withLuton’s Threshold FrameworkandPractice Framework.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Supporting the operational and strategic management of the team to deliver timely, effective and coordinated services</li><li>Providing reflective supervision, practice oversight, and performance monitoring</li><li>Leading on complex casework and supporting professional decision-making in high-risk situations</li><li>Driving quality improvement through audit, feedback and case reviews</li><li>Representing the service at both internal and multi-agency forums</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families through integrated working and evidence-informed practice.To be successful, you will have:<ul><li>Social Work England registration and extensive post-qualifying experience in children’s social work</li><li>A strong understanding of child safeguarding, risk management and legislative frameworks</li><li>Experience of leading, coaching or mentoring social care staff and supporting practice development</li><li>The ability to make confident, balanced decisions in high-risk scenarios</li><li>Strong interpersonal and partnership skills with the ability to influence and negotiate across professional boundaries</li><li>A clear understanding of early help and child in need thresholds and multi-agency delivery</li></ul><h2>About us</h2>Luton Council has been selected to deliver the government’s Families First for Children Pathfinder programme.Luton is one of seven new areas in the second wave to be chosen with the aim of protecting vulnerable children from harm and improving services to help more children stay with their families in safe and loving homes.The programme is an amazing opportunity for Luton to shape future social care practice, which includes closer working relationships with our health, police, education and voluntary sector partners.Children are at the heart of everything we do in Luton, and we are very proud of the tremendous work that is already taking place together with our partners, including the development of our Family Hubs and working towards making Luton a child-friendly town where our children and young people can grow up feeling happy, healthy and secure.Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision&nbsp;– that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that&nbsp;reflects the diversity of our borough<h2>Application process</h2>Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and convictions; and also any adult cautions (simple or conditional), and spent convictions that are not protected as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). A person’s criminal record will not in itself prevent a person from being appointed to this post. Applicants will not be refused posts because of offences which are not relevant to, and do not place them at or make them a risk in, the role for which they are applying. However in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such offence, as detailed above, will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority.<h2>Additional information</h2>We offer a range of excellent staff benefits which include: <ul><li>From 25&nbsp;to 32&nbsp;days’ annual leave:linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:with generous employer contributions of up to20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:a free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service available to all employees, their partner or spouse and dependent children over 16 still living at home</li><li>Work/life balance:flexible working options including working from home where possible. We welcome requests for flexible working arrangements including part-time hours and alternative working patterns</li><li>Training and support:unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -One Friday every 2 months where we encourage our staff to get together to socialise after work</li></ul><h2>Available documents</h2>Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1677290&amp;ptId=12243" target="_blank">download: Deputy Team Manager - Family Help JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1694352&amp;ptId=12243" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Deputy Team Manager - Family Help

<h4>We are recruiting for a Group Manager, Children Looked After</h4>Division: Supporting Families Service: Children Looked After &amp; ThroughcareContract: PermanentHours: 35 hours per week Salary: £62,742 – £66,084 (Grade M) + £5,020 retention allowance + Zones 2–3 travel allowance Location: Tower Hamlets Town Hall, Whitechapel Please Note: You will be expected to be office‑based at least 3 days per week.We are not accepting agency applications for this role.<h4>About the Role</h4>Tower Hamlets is ambitious for its children, and we are proud of the strong outcomes achieved across our Children Looked After (CLA) service. Our November 2024 Ofsted ILACS, where we were judged to be Outstanding overall, highlighted:<ul> <li>Timely and needs‑based entry into care</li> <li>Robust family group conferencing and kinship planning</li> <li>High‑quality assessments with clear contingency planning</li> <li>Stable, nurturing placements that prioritise sibling relationships</li> <li>Excellent Lifelong Links practice</li> <li>Skilled, creative social work celebrated by children and families</li> <li>Powerful participation through the Children Living in Care Council</li> <li>Effective multi‑agency safeguarding</li> <li>Rapid access to emotional wellbeing and health support</li> <li>A highly aspirational virtual school offer</li> <li>Meaningful enrichment opportunities</li> <li>Timely permanence and adoption planning</li> <li>Safe, thoughtful family and friend time</li> <li>Strong foster carer recruitment, training, and support</li></ul>But our ambitions are even higher. We want to further strengthen:<ul> <li>The clarity and consistency of case recording</li> <li>Children’s understanding of their rights</li> <li>Visit frequency and purposefulness based on need</li> <li>The quality and recording of reflective supervision</li></ul>As Group Manager for Children Looked After (aged 0–16), you will lead four CLA teams, supervising Team Managers and working closely with the Head of Service and the Group Manager for Throughcare and helping to ensure that collectively, we are the best corporate parent possible for the children we care for and care experienced young people. You will play a key role in delivering the Families First for Children reforms, our commitments as corporate parents, and a range of cross‑cutting developments.<h4>Our Restorative Practice Ethos – Better Together</h4>Tower Hamlets is embedding a strong, relational, and restorative culture across all children’s services. Our Better Together approach is about:<ul> <li>Working with, not doing to families, carers, and partners</li> <li>Promoting meaningful participation and strengthening family networks</li> <li>Focusing on relationships that build safety, resilience, and belonging</li> <li>Prioritising dignity, respect, curiosity, and collaboration</li> <li>Ensuring children’s voices shape decisions and care plans</li> <li>Embedding anti‑racist and anti‑discriminatory practice in everything we do</li></ul>As Group Manager, you will champion this ethos—supporting managers and practitioners to use restorative language, tools, and approaches to achieve the best outcomes for our children.<h4>Key Responsibilities</h4><ul> <li>Provide strong, values‑led leadership to CLA Team Managers</li> <li>Drive high‑quality practice, consistent standards, and reflective supervision</li> <li>Ensure children’s voices, rights, wishes, and feelings remain central</li> <li>Lead on care planning, safeguarding, placement stability, and permanence</li> <li>Oversee quality assurance, audits, and service improvement activity</li> <li>Manage budgets effectively and contribute to strategic planning</li> <li>Strengthen multi‑agency relationships and corporate parenting ambitions</li> <li>Support workforce development and restorative leadership across the service</li> <li>Contribute to the development and implementation of the Families First for Children programme</li></ul><h4>About You</h4>You will bring:<ul> <li>A recognised social work qualification and full, unrestricted registration with Social Work England</li> <li>Substantial management and leadership experience in children’s social care</li> <li>Advanced knowledge of CLA legislation, practice, and policy</li> <li>A collaborative, relational, and restorative leadership approach</li> <li>Strong practice oversight, analytical, and quality assurance skills</li> <li>Commitment to anti‑racist, anti‑oppressive, and trauma‑informed practice</li> <li>Confidence in leading teams through change and improvement</li></ul><h4>We recognise that the use of AI tools is increasingly common. However, for this opportunity, we want to hear your authentic voice - your passion, insight, leadership approach, and personal commitment - so please ensure your expression of interest represents you, not a generated template.</h4><h4>What We Offer</h4><ul> <li>Competitive salary, retention allowance, and travel support</li> <li>Up to 29 days annual leave (33 after 5 years) plus bank holidays</li> <li>Access to leadership development and accredited training</li> <li>A supportive, reflective, and ambitious senior management team</li> <li>Manageable caseloads for your teams and quality supervision</li> <li>Employee benefits including cycle to work, discounted gym membership, and wellbeing support</li></ul>Our Benefits<ul> <li>Competitive salary plus allowances.</li> <li> Local Government Pension Scheme membership. </li> <li> Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas. </li> <li> Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance. </li> <li> Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans). </li> <li> Learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, with clear career development and leadership pathways. </li></ul><h4>How to Apply</h4> As part of your application, please submit a maximum 2‑page expression of interest, demonstrating how you meet the JD/PS and the role profile.Due to the volume of applications we receive, we encourage early submission of your application if interested, as the role may close earlier than indicated.For more information or an informal discussion, please contact: Leo Major, Head of Service, by email: <a href="mailto:leo.major@towerhamlets.gov.uk" target="_blank">leo.major@towerhamlets.gov.uk</a>Closing date: Sunday 15 February 2026 at 11.59pm Shortlisting: week commencing 16 February 2026 Interviews: 2 March 2026 BenefitsTower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.





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Group Manager - Children Looked After 

We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about helping people learn and supporting a strong, skilled workforce across Birmingham Children’s Trust. If you enjoy designing training, working with different teams, and seeing the real impact of your work, this could be a great next step for you.As our Learning And Development Officer, you’ll help plan, develop, and deliver learning activities for staff across the Trust. You’ll work closely with colleagues to understand what people need, create or adapt training materials, and support programmes that help our workforce grow and develop.You’ll also be involved in project work, organising meetings, contributing to workforce development plans, and building strong working relationships across services.What You’ll Be Doing<ul> <li>Delivering learning and development sessions to a range of staff groups</li> <li>Designing and updating training materials and resources</li> <li>Supporting leadership and management development activities</li> <li>Helping to assess programmes against national standards</li> <li> Managing your own workload and contributing to wider team projects</li> <li>Using data, feedback, and information to shape training and identify improvements</li> <li>Working with teams across the Trust to support workforce development priorities </li></ul>We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.About you:We are looking for someone who has:<ul> <li> Experience in delivering or coordinating learning and development for adults</li> <li>A good understanding of how adults learn and what makes training effective</li> <li>Strong presenting and communication skills</li> <li>The ability to plan and manage a varied workload</li> <li>Confidence working with different teams and building professional relationships</li> <li>Good IT skills and the ability to prepare reports or presentations</li> <li> A proactive, solution-focused approach</li> <li>Willingness to travel around the city and occasionally work outside normal hours</li> <li>Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive practice</li></ul>A background in learning and development, assessing, management, social care, teaching, or a related professional area would all be relevant. If you don’t already have an Learning And Development qualification, you’ll need to be willing to work towards one.Onboarding Process: Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian Including Experian Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements.Our Benefits:<ul> <li>A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.</li> <li>Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use!</li> <li>Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health &amp; Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns.</li> <li>Pension Scheme - You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the local government pension scheme.</li> <li>Opportunities to develop your skills and pursue further CP.</li> <li>and so much more!</li></ul> BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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Birmingham Children's Trust

Learning and Development Officer - Part Time

Working 36.5 hours per week, the Children’s Commissioning Team is offering the role of a full-time Placements Officer within the Children’s Placements Team.As a Placements Officer you will provide a placement finding service for Children in Care. You will promote the wellbeing of children while also working on the principle of Best Value. We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. About You:<ul> <li>You will have responsibility for managing and organising a caseload of children who require planned &amp; emergency placements into residential, fostering or supported accommodation provisions.</li> <li>You will be familiar with, and can work within the legislation and guidance governing the placements of children in care, preferably as a social worker, residential worker or in a previous safeguarding role</li> <li>You must be proficient in the use of IT, be able to interrogate multiple applications, able to multi-task and work under pressure.</li> <li>You will be required to maintain effective and concise case recording and update various information systems, relating to placements.</li> <li>Experience with the Trust’s main operating system – Eclipse, would be beneficial.</li> <li>You will have the ability to negotiate appropriate levels of service provision considering best values principles and promote good working relationships with internal &amp; external professionals</li></ul>Please note that this role requires participation in a duty system. This role is hybrid working, with a requirement to be office based when required and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship. Interviews will be held in person on 3rd or 4th of March 2026. Informal enquiries to: - Cordella Powell -Team Manager -<a href="mailto:cordella.powell@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk" target="_blank">cordella.powell@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a>. BenefitsHelp us to change children and young people’s lives!At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.Why Join Us?<ul> <li>Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li> <li>Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li> <li>Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li> <li>Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li></ul>Our ValuesWe approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.SafeguardingAt Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence. Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.





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