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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) Education Support Worker to join our wider Participation and Inclusion Service. The Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Achievement Team are responsible for supporting all Gypsy, Roma and Traveller pupils to thrive in education and achieve to their full potential.
In this role, you will provide specialist outreach, access, transition, retention and advocacy support to identified GRT pupils and their respective parents/carers within the wider Participation and Inclusion Team. Under the line management of the Advisory Teacher for GRT, the post holder will support all GRT children and young people to access, remain and thrive in education leading to improved attendance, attainment, well-being, enjoyment, and academic outcomes in a multi-agency context, (with for example, Elective Home Education, Education Welfare Service, Early Years, School Admissions, children’s centres, and family wellbeing services).

Key Responsibilities:
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<li>To provide advice and guidance to parents, pupils and professionals on issues related to access and continuity of education for GRT children, including transition into Early Years provision, Reception, Infant to Junior schools, Year 6 to Year 7, Early College placements and Year 11 into post-16, as well as for those families moving into the area permanently or temporarily.</li>
<li>To visit authorised and unauthorised sites of GRT communities, promoting the positive uptake of education by their children, supporting school applications and including re-engagement for children from Elective Home Education and working with GRT Families to support the quality of EHE where this is the choice of the family.</li>
<li>Establish, develop and maintain appropriate links between families, school staff and other professionals to encourage a clear understanding of each other's priorities and ways of working and to move towards a consensual approach to improve educational outcomes.</li>
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<li>Attendance of meetings including in schools and settings to support access and retention in school, deliver advocacy support for parents navigating school admissions processes, deliver advocacy for children with SEND and EHCP processes where relevant and attending meetings and reviews e.g. Case Conferences, school meetings.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Short-term targeted support for GRT pupils in school who are at risk of placement breakdown</li>
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This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. 

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

Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
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<li>2-3 days in the office</li>
<li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li>
<li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li>
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About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about inclusion, equality and improving educational outcomes for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller children, and who possesses the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria:
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<li>Vocational qualification or experience to level 3 or 4 relevant to the service users or equivalent</li>
<li>Maths and English GCSE grade 4 to - 9 or Numeracy and Literacy Level 2 on the NQF or equivalent</li>
<li>Ability to manage own workload without close supervision and good understanding and recognition of professional &amp; personal boundaries</li>
<li>Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding protocols and the threshold levels for service users’ groups.</li>
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Desirable Criteria:
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<li>Knowledge and understanding of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller culture, their rights under the Equalities Act and of legislation that specifically enhances access to Education.</li>
<li>Significant practical experience of public service delivery, giving rise to a variety of technical skills and sound understanding of the services available, work practices and processes relevant to the role</li>
<li>TA Foundation Degree HLTA&nbsp;</li>
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What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
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<li>Competitive salary and benefits</li>
<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>
<li>Local Government Pension</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development</li>
<li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li>
<li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li>
<li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li>
<li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li>
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Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.

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

Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Rachel Ballin, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Advisory Teacher, at <a href="mailto:rachel.ballin@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">rachel.ballin@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 07823 362043.
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: 23rd July 2025

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

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Education Support Worker

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For full details and an application form, please download directly from our own website: <a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.epschool.org%2Fstaff-vacancies%2F&amp;data=05%7C01%7Csara.allan-canty%40bracknell-forest.gov.uk%7C9d64c655396444c4deca08db15b7ef16%7Cf54c93b70883478fbf3d56e09b7ca0b7%7C0%7C0%7C638127652259666870%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=wxJuC1v6KjTrtt4kAN%2FZC3iUaBDKYWHMpMLtdBCyX5k%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">https://www.epschool.org/staff-vacancies/</a>.
King’s Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young students and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
Employment is with King's Academies and not Bracknell Forest Council. The Trust is very popular and for most posts a large number of applications are received - it is therefore not possible to notify all applicants of the outcome. Please accept that if you have not heard within two weeks of the closing date then, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful - in which case we offer our best wishes for the future.

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We are looking to appoint a Personal Assistant to the Head of School who will also support and work closely with the Deputy Headteacher and the wider members of the Leadership Team.
This is a high-profile post which involves a variety of activities relating to the day-to-day running of the school.&nbsp; Applicants will need to be highly efficient, able to take responsibility and enjoy exercising initiative. You will need to demonstrate the utmost integrity and have a positive, warm personality.
Previous experience of working in a busy administration/office environment is essential. Previous experience of working in a school is desirable.&nbsp; We believe in setting the highest standards in all areas of school life and are looking for a dedicated and purposeful individual who wants to be part of and enhance our strong team.
King’s Academy Easthampstead Park is a co-educational, community comprehensive serving Bracknell South.&nbsp; As a school we strive to give our students every opportunity to be happy, healthy and successful. We aim to deliver the best quality teaching and learning in a school where staff and students have respect and pride in themselves, their school and their community.
We work with our students to develop their aspirations and talents to achieve their full potential in a safe, caring and supportive environment. We have a friendly and supportive staff who enjoy working with a student body that fully reflects our community. There is a strong sense that the school is moving forward and we believe that this is an exciting time to join us.&nbsp; King’s Academy Easthampstead Park, values diversity and promotes equality.
Our vision is to deliver a school judged as outstanding, that lives up to its values and beliefs. Our sense of community is built around the quality of relationships between staff, students and parents with the emphasis on respect and pride.
Should you require any further information, please telephone our Personnel Officer on 01344 390826 or email <a href="mailto:recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@kgaeasthampstead.uk</a>.
Closing:&nbsp; 9am on Thursday 17 July 2025
Interviews:&nbsp; Tuesday 22 July 2025
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.&nbsp; An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.

PA to the Head of School and Leadership Support

<h4>The Role</h4>Do you see yourself making a lifelong difference in a child’s life through adoption?Can you use your experience to help create safe, loving, and stable families for children across South London?Does the idea of joining a forward-thinking and inclusive regional adoption agency inspire you?If yes, we have the perfect role for you!At Adoption London South Regional Adoption Agency we are looking for a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join us and help make a difference today.About the Role:We are currently recruiting a qualified Social Worker to join our South East Assessment. This role involves preparing and supporting adoptive families, working directly with children, partners and stakeholders.The post is based at our vibrant London Bridge office, but agile working is well established, with visits and meetings taking place across our region of 10 South London boroughs.About You:We are looking for experienced and committed social workers who are:<ul><li>Qualified and have completed their ASYE, with over 2 years experience</li><li>Experienced in planning for permanence and interested in adoption</li><li>Skilled at building positive relationships with diverse families and professionals</li><li>Committed to anti-racist and inclusive practice, with a focus on reducing race disparity in adoption</li><li>Confident using Mosaic Case Management systems</li><li>Knowledgeable in childcare and adoption legislation and statutory guidance</li><li>Open to personal development and keen to develop group work and training skills</li></ul>About the Team:Adoption London South (ALS) is a dynamic regional partnership working across 10 South London councils. ALS is committed to delivering inclusive, therapeutic, and forward-thinking adoption services. We are focused on providing high-quality outcomes and have a strong commitment to collaboration, training, and reducing disparities in adoption. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:<ul><li>A systemic framework of social work practice</li><li>28 days annual leave, a local government pension, and flexible/agile working</li><li>Ongoing professional development opportunities</li><li>Access to pan-London projects and partnerships</li><li>A culture of innovation and support</li></ul>For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.Contact Information:For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lorraine Miller at <a href="mailto:Lorraine.Miller@southwark.gov.uk" target="_blank">Lorraine.Miller@southwark.gov.uk</a>Additional Information:<ul><li>You need to be a qualified Social Worker and have completed your ASYE</li><li>This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.</li></ul>Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our <a href="https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/" target="_blank">Staff Benefits</a> page.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert close date: 11:59pm on 20th July 2025Shortlisting date/s: 23rd July 2025Interview date/s: 31st July 2025The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul><li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li><li>Are currently in care, or have previously been in care</li><li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li></ul>We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2528781&amp;ptId=105180" target="_blank">Job Description Social Worker</a></li></ul>





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Southwark Council

Adoption Social Worker

<h4>The Role</h4>Southwark Council are working everyday towards becoming the legal disrepair service of choice, being respected in the marketplace and known for our pragmatic approach, excellent service and outstanding results. In this role, you will deliver professional surveys, prepare schedules and tender reports with effective financial appraisals. You will be our resident expert in the use of devices, aids and instruments for assessing and diagnosing building failures, challenging recommendations, delivering training and, where necessary, representing the Council in court. You will also take the lead in providing specialist advice around the selection, appointment, retention and fees for specialist contractors and will manage and monitor service and maintenance contracts to ensure compliance. Most importantly, you will have the gravitas and expertise to act as Southwark’s voice on landlord/tenant matters, leaseholder consultation requirements and contract dispute and resolution to help our residents benefit from better services every day. About You To be successful in this role, you will need: • A relevant surveying qualification. Degree level, Diploma or equivalent • Substantial experience of repairs and maintenance service delivery; sustainability and construction, and contract administration at a senior level • Proven working knowledge of the Housing Disrepair protocol • A Strong understanding of landlord/tenant matters, leaseholder consultation requirements and contract dispute and resolution • Excellent communication skills - from writing reports to answering the public’s questions<h4>About Southwark</h4>We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population. At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.Benefits and more information:In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Staff Benefits page. In addition to the salary grade and spinal point column for this role, there is an enhanced pay structure available as follows: • Additional supplement payment of 20% of the agreed salary per annum. This is paid throughout the financial year on a monthly basis. The payment will be made to you on the basis that you remain in this post and this payment is reviewed annually. • Hard to fill payment of £2,327. Please note that this payment can NOT be taken as cash.<h4>Recruitment timetable</h4>Advert closing date: 11:59pm on 13th July 2025 Interview Date: week commencing Monday 21st July 2025.Guaranteed Interview Scheme:As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans • Are currently in care, or have previously been in care • If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionWe are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our <a href="https://www.southwark.gov.uk/engagement-and-consultations/southwark-stands-together" target="_blank">Southwark Stands Together programme</a>. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.Attachments<ul><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com//tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PEHFK026203F3VBQB796G7VQF&amp;nDocumentID=2527362&amp;ptId=105129" target="_blank">Click to view the Job description and Person specification</a></li></ul>





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Legal Disrepair Surveyor

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £41,511 - £44,711 a year plus £963 essential car user allowance plus £5,500 market supplement allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: PermanentAre you an experienced fostering professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a&nbsp;Senior Practitioner&nbsp;to support the delivery of a high-quality fostering service that transforms the lives of children and young people.This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with the&nbsp;Deputy Team Manager&nbsp;and&nbsp;Team Manager, playing a key role in recruiting, assessing, supervising, and developing foster carers. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to achieving excellent outcomes for children in care, ensuring that every placement offers a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment.<h3>About the Role:</h3><ul><li>Support the management team in delivering a high-quality fostering service aligned with LBC values and standards.</li><li>Recruit, assess, train, and support foster carers to ensure safe and stable placements for children and young people.</li><li>Supervise and guide carers, maintaining regular contact and offering advice to promote professional development and effective caregiving.</li><li>Promote best outcomes for children by ensuring all work is completed in accordance with current safeguarding, child protection legislation, and National Minimum Standards.</li><li>Deliver a service that prioritizes the needs and welfare of children, working collaboratively with their birth families and carers.</li><li>Contribute to service development by identifying opportunities for improvement and initiating change where needed.</li></ul>Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>You will be a confident and knowledgeable practitioner, passionate about fostering and committed to professional excellence.We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:<ul><li>Substantial post-qualifying experience in fostering and child and family social work.</li><li>A high level of competence in fostering practices aligned with national standards and best practice.</li><li>A strong commitment to quality improvement through co-working, coaching, mentoring, and team support.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and the social care needs of children and families.</li><li>The ability to lead and influence practice, develop team members’ skills, and drive service improvements through research and innovation.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the confidence to support carers and colleagues alike in challenging situations.</li><li>A relevant professional qualification (e.g., DipSW, CQSW, CSS) and registration with Social Work England.</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:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;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:&nbsp;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:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;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=1547023&amp;ptId=11470" target="_blank">download: Senior Practitioner Fostering Recruitment &amp; Assessment Function JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1553617&amp;ptId=11470" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Luton Borough Council

Fostering Assessing Senior Practitioner (General Fostering)

<h2>About the job</h2>Salary: £58,507 - £61,745 a year pro rata plus £3,203 car benefit allowance Hours per week: 37 Contract type: Fixed Term until 31st March 2026This position is available as a secondment opportunity for 1 year. If you are a permanent LBC employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our leadership team as the Deputy Head of Service for Children with Disabilities.The Children with Disabilities (CWD) service offers a comprehensive service to children with significant learning disabilities, physical disabilities and life limiting health conditions. The Deputy Head of Service for Children’s with Disabilities is a key leader responsible for coordinating multi-agency services to protect and promote the wellbeing of disabled children.We put children, young people and their families at the heart of everything we do.In this strategic role, you’ll be responsible for the development, management, and operational delivery of key Children’s Services and Statutory Social Work interventions. You’ll provide vital support to a team of managers, working alongside the Head of Service to ensure the delivery of services that achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people, and families.You’ll help set the strategic direction of the service, delivering on the Council’s vision and values while implementing evidence-based practices and reflecting current good practice. This role also involves promoting the professional development of staff and creating a sustainable, effective workforce to meet the needs of the most vulnerable in our communities.You’ll have the authority to make critical decisions within statutory and legal frameworks, ensuring a robust response to the needs of children and families. As part of your remit, you will assist the Head of Service in achieving the Council’s strategic objectives and play a pivotal role in improving service delivery through effective performance management and problem-solving.Key Responsibilities:- Collaborate with the Head of Service to set strategic direction and ensure effective performance management across services.- Implement evidence-based practices that reflect research and current good practices in service delivery.- Promote the professional development of all staff, fostering a culture of learning and growth.- Make decisions in line with statutory regulations and ensure positive outcomes for children, young people, and families.- Support in the resolution of complex problems, ensuring vulnerable children and young people receive timely, appropriate, and proportionate responses.- Lead the coordination of service delivery to meet the needs of children, young people, and families across diverse settings.Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.<h2>About you</h2>We are looking for a strategic and hands-on leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful services. As the successful candidate, you will have:- Substantial experience in a senior leadership role, having led and developed services in partnership with multi-agency groups across public and voluntary sectors.- Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate teams, ensuring effective performance management aligned with organisational objectives.- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across a wide range of stakeholders in a political context, managing complex issues and planning service delivery.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to develop professional working relationships at all levels, with strong influencing, negotiation, and accountability abilities.- Experience in managing significant budgets and diverse funding streams, ensuring efficient use of resources to meet service objectives.- In-depth knowledge of key policies impacting children and young people, particularly in safeguarding, health &amp; safety, and urban multicultural environments.- Professional qualifications in social work and management (or equivalent experience), backed by substantial relevant experience, training, and competence.This role is pivotal to ensuring the success of Children’s Services, and we are looking for a dedicated leader to help shape the future of the service. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!<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&nbsp;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?<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:&nbsp;linked to length of service and grade</li><li>Buying annual leave scheme:&nbsp;buy up to 20 days additional annual leave</li><li>Career Pathways:&nbsp;step up in your career or move into a specialist area</li><li>Pension scheme:&nbsp;with generous employer contributions of up to&nbsp;20.2 per cent (at July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant</li><li>Generous relocation package:&nbsp;up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility)</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme:&nbsp;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:&nbsp;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:&nbsp;unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support and clear career pathways</li><li>Staff offers:&nbsp;includes discounts on your MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons</li><li>Arriva Travel Club:&nbsp;great value savings on local bus travel</li><li>Friday Funday Socials -&nbsp;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=1500739&amp;ptId=11469" target="_blank">download: Deputy Head Of Service Children WIth Disabilities - JD.pdf</a></li><li><a href="https://emea3.recruitmentplatform.com/tlk/pages/fo/download_job_file.jsp?ID=PSKFK026203F3VBQB686G8N7P&amp;nDocumentID=1500740&amp;ptId=11469" target="_blank">download: Luton_Values_Flyer.pdf</a></li></ul>





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Deputy Head of Service - Children with Disabilities

Job DescriptionSalary: £37,815 - £43,083 per annum (pro rata)Grade EFixed Term Contract – 2 years&nbsp;22.5 hours per week – job share supporting the Executive Director of Children’s Services&nbsp;As part of the Council's newly restructured Executive Support Team the Executive Assistant role is integral to ensuring the Executive Director and the Directorate works collaboratively supporting the One Council approach.If you have a &nbsp;proven experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role supporting senior leaders with exceptional diary management skills, the ability to prioritise and multitask we would like to hear from you. Strong organisation and problem-solving abilities are essential, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to see the bigger picture and make strategic connections to ensure smooth and efficient running of the Executive Director’s areas of accountability, supporting the strategic priorities of both the Directorate and wider organisation.Advert Closing Date:<ul> <li>Redeployment Only: 26th June 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External: 13th July 2025</li></ul>Interview Date:&nbsp;Please contact Denise Morley, Executive Support Manager –&nbsp;<a href="mailto:dmorley@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">dmorley@thurrock.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;- for more details or an informal discussion.To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EX87v3XM2GFGs2Ow01a1OycB9pYYs3acgPjjMjLxY67vag?e=aBt28R" target="_blank">Executive Assistant Job Profile - Fresh Start.pdf</a><ul></ul>

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Executive Assistant

Job DescriptionLead Officer – Domestic Nuisance and EP Public HealthBand: GSalary: £51,801 to £59,724 per annumPermanent Contract37 Hours per Week&nbsp;The post holder will be responsible for ensuring domestic nuisance and EP public health responsibilities / statutory duties are effectively completed on behalf of the council, and that the team meets its performance targets in this area.You must be a good leader with comprehensive EP domestic nuisance and public health knowledge to effectively support, lead and supervise ward area officers within the team.&nbsp;The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that ward area officers follow robust operating procedures and keep these under routine review. You will need to stay up to date with relevant EP legislation / guidance to inform the EP Team Manager where changes are required.The post holder will supervise service requests, complaint and Information Matters responses to ensure relevant government and department deadlines are met. You will supervise ward area officer planning and licensing consultation responses and ensure the competent use and effective maintenance of the team’s domestic nuisance scientific / technical monitoring equipment.&nbsp;You will need to be an excellent communicator with the ability to effectively organise workloads on your own. You will need comprehensive computer skills and be able to effectively deliver verbal communications. &nbsp;Excellent report writing skills and the ability to create / oversee comprehensive prosecution files is a paramount requirement for this role.You must hold the EH BSc or MSc qualification and be able to demonstrate current and comprehensive experience of the EP intervention area.&nbsp;At times the post holder will be required to supervise the investigation of domestic nuisance / public health work outside of normal working hours, attend relevant professional’s meetings to represent the team, and support the EP Team Manager when requested.Closing Date:&nbsp;Redeployment Only: 26th June&nbsp;2025Internal &amp; External: 6th July 2025Interview Date: &nbsp;To Be ConfirmedPeter Reynolds – Environmental Protection Team Manager&nbsp;<a href="mailto:preynolds@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">preynolds@thurrock.gov.uk</a> To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EbnV6NRSB2xIjZCW5QNhS-QBRBAY05keoeLHXFMlloS-MQ?e=if144H" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a> “If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page”About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Lead Officer

Job DescriptionSalary: £32,490 per annum pro-rata to hours worked plus 7.5% shift allowanceGrade: DPermanent Contract Part-time 12.33 hours per week - Saturday day shift working from 6.50am to 19.10pm. &nbsp;We are seeking an exceptional, engaging and committed individual to join us as a Careline Alarm Warden. This role is an interesting and exciting opportunity to work as part of a team, you will support vulnerable service users within the borough, whether this is by providing support on the phone, driving to the residents property to assist with an accident or injury, liaising with family members, contacting emergency services or other professionals or taking emergency calls for our out of hours service such as social services, emergency planning or highways.&nbsp;You will need to have excellent communication skills, ICT skills to log jobs and the ability to work on your own initiative to prioritise tasks and calls whilst remaining calm and professional.If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp; This is a rewarding role, full on the job training will be provided.&nbsp;The Careline operates 365 days of the year, 24 hours a day so flexibility to work days, nights, weekends and bank holidays are essential.&nbsp;This vacancy is for a Saturday day shift working from 6.50am to 19.10pm.An Enhanced DBS check with Adults Barred List is required for this role as is a full manual driving licence and a good knowledge of the local area.&nbsp; Advert Closing Date <ul> <li>Redeployment Only:&nbsp;26th June 2025</li> <li>Internal &amp; External:&nbsp;6th July 2025&nbsp;</li> </ul> Interview Date:&nbsp;To Be Confirmed Should you have any questions or queries about the role please email <a href="mailto:tmitchell@thurrock.gov.uk" target="_blank">tmitchell@thurrock.gov.uk</a> &nbsp; To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:<a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/EWPHX8SeN1lGpUUZeUztWpABF-4EQOhDGsQrpbG90SbPvg?e=hTG3v2" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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Careline Alarm Warden

Job DescriptionSalary: £37,815 - £43,083 per annum&nbsp;Grade: EPermanent Contract37 Hours per Week&nbsp;Thurrock Council are seeking an ASB Officer to join its specialised ASB and Enforcement Team. &nbsp;You will be working within a team providing a service for tenants, leaseholders, and Thurrock residents. The team investigates complaints of anti-social behaviour, nuisance and hate related incidents whilst providing support to victims, witnesses, and complainants.&nbsp;You must have extensive experience relating to the management of anti-social behaviour. This will include managing a diverse workload, adhering to targets, preparing witness statements, and working in partnership with the police and agencies to bring cases to a successful conclusion including attending court hearings where necessaryThe Anti-Social Behaviour Team provide a high profile, frontline, high visibility, proactive and reactive response to all aspects of nuisance, Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) and hate related incidents in and related to council tenancies.&nbsp; We are keen to promote social responsibility, community cohesion and awareness of ASB.&nbsp;Understand and apply all requirements of the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED).The role includes but is not limited to:<ul> <li>To manage a caseload of ASB and Hate Crime cases, to ensure you provide a high profile, proactive &amp; reactive ASB service across the borough.</li> <li>To utilise a comprehensive range of prevention, intervention, and enforcement (P.I.E) tactics, whilst carrying out enforcement duties within the framework of current and future relevant legislation.&nbsp;</li> <li>To carry out visits, investigations, and other duties as appropriate to ensure the gathering and collation of evidence to take the most appropriate action to meet the council’s statutory duties. This includes out of court disposals through the issuance of notices, including the issuance of Fixed Penalty Notices and formal court action through the civil or criminal courts as appropriate.</li> <li>To apply legal action protocols and in particular the Public Sector Equality Duty by working with colleagues and partners in support and intervention services.</li> <li>To consider victims a priority for our response to nuisance, ASB and hate related incidents. By supporting and assisting witnesses and victims, as a core part of case management, as appropriate.</li></ul>This role requires experience of:<ul> <li>An ability to work with other community safety partners (e.g., the police) and council departments to provide an effective and timely response to matters impacting community cohesion.</li> <li>Managing demanding workloads and to prioritise tasks and projects to meet set performance targets and standards.</li> <li>A working knowledge of the enforcement tools and powers available to tackle ASB and hate-related incidents.</li></ul>No DBS is required for this role, however the successful candidate will be required to successfully attain Essex Police vetting to NPPV-2 (Full) in order to undertake the role.Advert Closing Date:Redeployment only: 26th June 2025Internal &amp; External: 6th July 2025Interview Date: TBCIf you have the relevant skills and experience for the role and would like an informal discussion please contact&nbsp;Chris Griffiths-Beven 07749101545To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: <a href="https://thurrockc.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ThurrockCouncilPublicDocuments/ESmg7KeF--dOkuWpa7rcEXoBb9IfghKMLsmEQ7bkupZi8A?e=SqzuZp" target="_blank">Download Job Profile (PDF Document)</a>About usWhy Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.&nbsp;Our locationThurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000&nbsp;residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.Staff benefitsWe offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.Further information can be found here <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/working-for-council/employment-benefits" target="_blank">Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council</a>&nbsp; Equality, Diversity &amp; InclusionThurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thurrock.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Thurrock Council</a>





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