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North Somerset Council is on an exciting journey of transformation and improvement in Children's Services, and we're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team.<br><br><strong>About the Team</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team, a specialized service committed to supporting the most vulnerable children and young people in North Somerset. Our team is dedicated to understanding the unique challenges faced by children with disabilities, ensuring that our support is tailored to meet their complex needs. We are driven by a strong ambition to improve outcomes for all children and young people, focusing on building meaningful relationships with them and their families through a creative and individualized approach.<br><br><strong>About the Role</strong> <br> <br>As a Senior Social Worker, you will be a key leader within Children's Services, providing expert guidance, mentorship, and continuous professional development to your team members. You will manage a reduced caseload, allowing you to focus on mentoring and providing high-level support to your colleagues.<br><br>Your role will involve direct service delivery, offering technical support to develop and empower your colleagues, and providing professional consultation for the most vulnerable families. You will lead by example, offering direction and support to your team while setting the standard for best practice.<br><br><strong>This is a permanent role with the flexibility to work full-time or part-time hours.</strong><br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Provide technical advice and guidance to team members.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Step in for the team manager when needed.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Lead on specific cases, particularly those involving families with multiple needs.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Supervise and support the professional development of other team members.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>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.</strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>To succeed in this role, you should be:<br> <br> <ul> <li>A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with a deep commitment to working with children and their families to improve their outcomes and keep them safe using a strengths-based approach</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Knowledgeable about relevant childcare legislation, including a thorough understanding of 'Working Together to Safeguard Children' and fostering regulations.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Skilled in building effective, trust-based relationships with children, young people, and their families.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Dedicated to developing purposeful, outcome-focused relationships with families based on partnership and mutual respect.</li> </ul> <br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Bally Nagra, Interim Service Improvement Lead, </strong>on <strong>01934 427579.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong><br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 9:- £40,221 - £45,441 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-09-30T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6bc39c47-f8d3-40fe-8055-2bd43474576f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"077e02e5-86bc-4428-bb0c-bb4292dedf6a","title":"Senior Social Worker, Family Support & Safeguarding, Children's Services","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>Join Our Transformative Journey in Children's Services at North Somerset Council! </strong><br><br><strong>Are you a passionate and creative Social Worker with a child-centered approach? North Somerset Council is on an exciting path of transformation and improvement in our Children's Services, and we're looking for dedicated professionals like you to make a real difference.</strong><br><br><strong>About the Role</strong> <br> <br>We're seeking an experienced and qualified Senior Social Worker to be a vital part of our Family Support and Safeguarding team. In this senior role, you will be the go-to social work professional, providing expert guidance, support, and continuous development to your colleagues. While you'll manage a smaller caseload to focus on mentoring, your impact will be far-reaching as you shape best practices and support the most vulnerable families.<br><br>As a Senior Social Worker, you'll play a key role in direct service delivery, offering technical support and professional consultation. You'll also take on leadership responsibilities, providing direction and acting as a role model within the team.<br><br><strong>This is a permanent position with the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours.</strong><br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Provide expert advice and guidance to team members.</li> <li>Step in for the team manager when needed.</li> <li>Lead on specific cases, supporting families with complex needs.</li> <li>Supervise and support the professional development of other team members<strong>.</strong>\n</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>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.</strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>To thrive in this role, you should be:<br> <br> <ul> <li>A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, driven by a passion for improving outcomes for children and their families through a strengths-based approach.</li> <li>Well-versed in relevant childcare legislation, including 'Working Together to Safeguard Children' and fostering regulations.</li> <li>Skilled at building effective, trust-based relationships with children, young people, and their families.</li> <li>Committed to developing purposeful, outcome-focused relationships with families, based on mutual respect and partnership.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Shelley Caldwell, Head of Family Support & Safeguarding, </strong>on <strong>07824 085762</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>As Head of Planning, you will provide cross-council leadership to shape and support the delivery of sustainable growth and placemaking across North Somerset.<br><br>With an emerging national housing target approaching 24,000 homes, you will take us forward in developing and implementing a Local Plan that responds to the expected shift in delivery whilst also protecting quality of place and the special characteristics of North Somerset.<br><br>You will design operational improvements and reform of our day-to-day planning and building control services to deliver high quality and efficient customer focussed provision within the context of an increasingly constrained financial environment.<br> <br>You will have strong technical knowledge and experience and will need to be able to work at all levels, both internally and externally to the council to develop strategy, find solutions, and ensure effective delivery.<br><br>Most of all, you will know how to retain the focus on the creation of great places that will benefit our residents and businesses now and for the future.<br><br><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong><br> <br><ul> <li>Management of a team of 50 - 60 professionals.</li> <li>Development and implementation of Local Plan and associated policies.</li> <li>Efficient processing of over 1,500 applications, appeals and enforcement cases each year, with increasing use of Planning Performance Agreements.</li> <li>Management of Building Control and other regulatory services.</li> <li>Delivery and infrastructure planning for strategic locations.</li> <li>Revenue budget of c. £3m/year (+ £6 - 7m development contributions and strategic reserves); requirement to meet MTFP saving and income targets.</li> <li>Member of wider Directorate Leadership Team.</li> <li>Representation of council at external partnerships, particularly the West of England Combined Authority (WECA).</li> </ul> <br> <br>The post holder will work closely with other teams across Placemaking and Growth and across the wider council in support of sustainable growth and effective service delivery.<br><br><strong>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.</strong><br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>Alongside your planning knowledge and experience, you will be able to demonstrate excellent strategic leadership, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. You will be able to communicate clearly to officers, members and partners to set direction, resolve issues and ensure effective delivery. You will have a strong ability to retain focus on core outcomes, whilst also understanding the mechanics of operational delivery in order to effect change.<br><br>Your experience will include experience and achievement at a senior management level in a comparable organisation, including robust financial, people and performance management.<br><br>Further details are available in the attached Job Description and Person Specification. <br><br><strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Jenny Ford, Assistant Director for Placemaking & Growth</strong>, at <strong> jenny.ford@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>Lucy Shomali, Director of Place</strong> at <strong> lucy.shomali@n-somerset.gov.uk .</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>Week commencing 28th October 2024.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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(NSEC) works in partnership with North Somerset Council and delivers the following services: <br> <br><ul> <li>Collecting recycling and waste from over 100,000 homes and commercial businesses across North Somerset and the wider area</li> <li>Managing Household Waste Recycling Centres at Backwell, Portishead and Weston along with two Waste Transfer Stations in Weston.</li> <li>Maintaining 1,100km of North Somerset highways including surface repairs, winter maintenance, gully management, drainage and kerbing repairs, signage and linemarking, and 24/7 emergency response services.</li> <li>HGV Driver and mobile plant training, vehicle servicing and maintenance, event cleaning and other environmental and highway maintenance specialisms to commercial businesses</li> </ul><br> <br>At NSEC, we're more than just a company - we're a community dedicated to making a positive impact right here in North Somerset. Our commitment extends beyond our services; it's at the heart of everything we do, including our approach to employment.<br><br>We are seeking an experienced and qualified Commercial Vehicle Technician to be part of its commercial maintenance team, responsible for the safe and effective maintenance of our high profile, front-line fleet. The role is based at our Weston super Mare workshop facility.<br><br><strong>The ideal candidate will have:</strong> <ul> <li>Apprenticeship trained inclusive of City & Guilds HGV parts 1,2,3 qualification or equivalent. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>An LGV Class C / HGV Class 2 licence is desirable, but not essential. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ability to work independently both safely and competently in a physically demanding role. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Proven experience of maintaining commercial vehicles to a high standard inclusive of servicing, repair and fault diagnosis. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Excellent understanding of vehicle and body electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, particularly in the waste management sector.</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong> What we're offering: </strong><ul> <li>Company Pension up to 5% employer contribution.</li> <li>Free Life Policy.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme.</li> <li>Seasonal burger van and ice cream van on site - free for all staff!</li> <li>Promotional Opportunities with internal recruitment.</li> <li>Upskill to become a professional Driver with our in-house Driver Training Academy.</li> <li>Career Development including formal qualifications and vocational certificates.</li> <li>Free Parking on site.</li> <li>Mental Health: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household.</li> <li>Physical Health: local Gym Discount at various sites in north somerset (including swimming pool access and gym classes).</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>Email your up-to-date CV and completed application form to: </strong> <strong>jobs@nsecltd.co.uk</strong> <strong> to apply, or for more information. If you don't have a CV, give us a call on 07917 092785. Visit our website at www.nsecltd.co.uk to find out more about the business and our other vacancies. </strong><br><br>#wastemanagement #recycling #careers #mechanic #localjobs","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,356pa OTE","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-31T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e21f1ff4-d72a-40cb-a84c-d61fa825201a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9fffcdd5-1db6-40f6-9627-5aceba9af819","title":"Specialist Inclusion Worker (SEMH)","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Clevedon","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Specialist Inclusion Worker (SEMH) to join our School Placement Support Team. The School Placement Support Team are responsible for working with children and young people identified at risk of permanent exclusion and supporting them within their current school as well as staff at the school with strategies to support the child or young person within the school.<br><br>In this role, you will be required to undertake a number of diverse specialist or technical activities within the Education Partnership Service, using skills that would have been gained through formal qualifications and/or considerable relevant work experience. Roles at this level are expected to work unsupervised for much of the time, accessing and assessing information independently.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Hold own case/work load</li> <li>Provide support and advice to school based professionals as detailed within an appropriate assessment framework and implement or commission planned interventions to keep students engaged within their school community</li> <li>Introduce or give information and advice to staff in schools and members of the Inclusion Panel about other ways to work with challenging students. Establish & maintain appropriate links between service users and other professionals to encourage a clear understanding of each other's priorities and ways of working.</li> <li>Communicate effectively with multi agency partners, colleagues and service users, both verbally and in writing through the appropriate use of case notes and other record keeping within information sharing protocols and record keeping policies</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>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. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closed by 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.</strong><br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about education, working with children at risk of exclusion, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Vocational qualification or experience to at least level 3 or 4 relevant to Teaching and Learning or equivalent.</li> <li>Significant practical experience of working with young people in an education setting, 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>Understand Safeguarding protocols.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Anthony Webster, Head of SEND,</strong> at <strong> Anthony.webster@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>01275 888 299</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>Monday 07 October 2024.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced <strong>Senior Social Worker</strong> (<strong>Adolescent Safety Co-ordinator) </strong>to join our Front Door Team.<br><br>In this role, you will:<ul> <li>Lead the coordination of the Adolescent Safety Framework from the Front Door,</li> <li>Support partners with contextual safeguarding responses,</li> <li>Support threshold and statutory social work responses,</li> <li>Co-ordinate wider context based responses such as place, school, peer group based interventions,</li> <li>Will also support to lead our response to children missing from home and education.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Senior Social worker as part of the front door team-with a focus on Adolescent Safety,</li> <li>Co-ordination of the adolescent safety response and support for partners,</li> <li>Oversight of the co-ordination of the children missing from home and education response and the missing co-ordinator.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>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 c</strong><strong>heck.</strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about partnership working, supporting adolescents and addressing contextual harm, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Qualified Social Worker</li> <li>Experience of working with adolescents</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of contextual safeguarding</li> <li>Ambitious for children and young people</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Background in statutory safeguarding or Youth Justice</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Michelle Jennings, Team Manager, Front Door </strong>at <strong> michelle.jennings@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or on <strong>01275 884218.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong><br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 9:- £40,221 - £45,441 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-02T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0816665e-f6e2-4aff-9fee-f644ba9ffc53.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"61e31650-dd0f-461c-ac62-f715b985d9d4","title":"Early Years Nursery Worker (Little Waves Nursery)","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>Little Waves Nursery is one of three maintained nurseries for children aged 2 -3 years old located in Weston-Super-Mare. Little Waves has a Good Ofsted judgement and our dedicated team continually strive to seek innovative ways to further improve and develop practice. We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our aspirational team.<br><br>You will be part of a dynamic work family who support each other and value staff wellbeing and diversity. We are forward thinking and embrace new continuous professional development opportunities including Five to Thrive, Attention-Strategy, Emotion Coaching, Theraplay and evidence informed practice.<br><br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>You will actively contribute and support high quality care and education to children aged 2-3 years attending the nursery, ensuring developmental needs are met. Working positively in partnership with parents/carers whilst creating a safe and nurturing environment as part of the nursery team.<br><br>We are proud of our strong Children's Centre links and the shared core values which are embedded throughout our nursery. We work closely with our families and have effective partnerships with a range of agencies including Family Support Workers, Social Workers and Health Visitors, towards improving the outcomes for our children.<br><br><strong>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. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>To be an early educator and a key person to a key group of children, whilst working under the direction on their room lead.<br><br>They will use their knowledge of the EYFS framework and experience of working with children aged 2 - 5 years, so that they can effectively support children's learning and development, whilst keeping them safe. <br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about early education. You will contribute and provide, value and promote the indoor and outdoor environments.<br><br>It is essential that you actively promote and support the safeguarding of children, ensuring policies and procedures are always observed.<br><br>We need an early educator who has a strong knowledge of the EYFS framework as well as experience working with children aged 2-5 years.<br><br>We are looking for a practitioner who promotes our Nursery's positive values, attitudes (including British Values) and child behaviour, dealing promptly with conflicts and encouraging children to independently find solutions/become problem solvers. Has the ability to build warm and positive relationships with children and their families and a willingness to work as part of a team.<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><br> <br>The successful candidate will need:<ul> <li>Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years and Care</li> <li>English and Maths GSCE Grade C or above (or equivalent)</li> <li>Experience of working in an Early Years environment and providing outstanding care and provision</li> <li>Good communication skills, both written and verbal</li> <li>The ability to build relationships and work in partnership with children and families</li> <li>The practitioner will share the settings passion about children's learning and have a strong knowledge of the EYFS including the ability to plan to support individuals' progress.</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of both child protection/safeguarding and working exclusively with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.</li> <li>Awareness of OFSTED requirements</li> <li>Occasional working in the evenings and weekends</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Paediatric First Aid.</li> <li>Food & Hygiene Certificate</li> <li>Experience of working with children with special educational needs and disabilities</li> <li>Ability to provide a flexible and calm response to children and families.</li> </ul> <br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Lucy Thie, Little Waves Manager,</strong> at <strong> lucy.thie@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>01934 427450.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 4:- £16,227 per annum (based on 38 weeks per year).","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-03T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/2835b56a-0392-4d2c-a7a2-4beb3f1b7f90.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c9c039a9-d701-4b26-9f86-bb017e43b534","title":"Career Graded Planning Officer/Senior/Principal","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our busy planning policy team. </strong><br><br><strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>About the role</strong> <br> <br>You will be working as part of a friendly and supportive team contributing to the formulation of planning policies, development briefs, neighbourhood development plans, design guidance, supplementary planning guidance and similar through evidence gathering and analysis. Whilst working within the wider planning policy team, this role offers input into a range of projects with an emphasis on delivery of development including major development sites, and various infrastructure projects. You will engage with other teams across the Council providing planning policy advice and contributing to the delivery of high-quality development across North Somerset.<br><br>Our work means balancing significant development pressures in a constrained area which includes Green Belt, Mendip Hills National Landscape, extensive areas vulnerable to flooding and other sensitive environments. Our challenges are wide ranging and as a result there will be plenty of opportunity to develop your career.<br><br>This is a career graded post rising from £24,294 to £45,441 per annum, depending on skills and experience. Typical activities for this role are dependent on the grade, based on the knowledge, skills and experience you have. Further information can be found in the attached Job description.<br><br>Progression through the grades will be based on the needs of the service, attainment of the required competencies and managerial assessment at annual appraisal and 121 meetings. <br><br><strong>About you</strong> <br> <br>You will be motivated and proactive working across a range of projects at any given time. Whilst relevant experience is required for the more senior role, we would also consider less experienced candidates who can show they have the knowledge, skills and attributes to support our team in progressing the local plan, other areas of planning policy, and the delivery of high-quality development.<br><br>Ideally you should hold a degree in Town and Country Planning or equivalent and be eligible for membership of the RTPI with a good understanding in the preparation of statutory development plans and an up-to-date knowledge of national planning policy, including the implications of recent legislation changes. Experience and knowledge of development management processes is desirable. Good written and verbal communication skills are required.<br><br><strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Marcus Hewlett, Planning Policy Team Lead - Delivery</strong> on <strong>01934 426331</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Career Graded:- Level 4 to Level 9, £24,294 to £45,441 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-09T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/60cb09c9-87ef-4767-9cbb-60bb4a60b821.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"44b9bcd8-0cf2-44de-b34c-8b4b2e764285","title":"Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Professional","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset is an attractive, rural local authority area which includes the popular coastal towns of Weston-Super-Mare, Clevedon and Portishead. Its coastline and the nearby Mendip Hills attract visitors from throughout the surrounding area. Bordering with Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset (BANES) and Somerset, and with easy access from the M5, North Somerset is easily commutable from a wide range of nearby towns and cities, making it a highly desirable place to work.<br><br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Social Worker/AMHP within the Recovery & Social Care integrated mental health service with North Somerset Council Adult Care and Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership Trust (AWP).<br><br>You will be a qualified AMHP or experienced social worker willing to undertake AMHP training. You will be working primarily with adults of working age with severe and enduring mental illness, and you will provide a strength-based social work perspective within a multi-disciplinary setting. You will be expected to undertake various duties, including Care Act (2014) assessments and reviews, best interest decision-making, capacity assessments, risk assessments, and provide social work as an intervention to maximise independence and wellbeing for the people in our service.<br><br>Working closely with other professionals and agencies, you will ensure people using our service receive an excellent standard of social care alongside their mental health care. You will work within key legislative frameworks such as the Care Act (2014), The Mental Health Act (1983) and the Mental Capacity Act (2005).<br><br>This role is part of a career-graded structure, meaning that your specific responsibilities, job title, and salary will be tailored to your experience, skills, and professional development. We would welcome applicants from experienced Social Workers/AMHPs and BIA's and may consider new qualified social workers with Mental Health experience.<br> <br> Level 7:- £33,024 - £35,745 per annum, pro rata - Newly Qualified may be considered with the right experience in Mental Health. <br> <br> Level 8:- £36,648 - £39,186 per annum, pro rata - Main social work Grade <br> <br> Level 9:- £40,221 - £45,441 per annum, pro rata - AMHP <br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>To work within the community MH Recovery team to provided support and intervention for people with severe and enduring mental illness within the remit of adult social care and AWP care coordination. To co-ordinate team around the person to promote mental wellbeing, reduce and mitigate risk and promote positive outcomes for service uses.</li> <li>To work with service users and families/carers to provide advice and support, assess risk and care needs of service users under the Care Act and S117 to develop a framework for care plans/programme of intervention to meet their needs, managing a complex caseload of service users.</li> <li>To carry out Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decision making.</li> <li>To communicate effectively with multi-agency partners and service users within community and inpatient settings to manage and mitigate risk, facilitate safe discharge planning and ongoing interventions.</li> <li>To undertake a full range of social work tasks and statutory tasks, provide a strong social work presence and social care knowledge within the integrated team. You will be a role model for best practice and promote a strengths based approach with proportionate and least restrictive outcomes for service users.</li> <li>To provide timely review in line with AWP and N-Somerset organisational procedures/polices and statutory duties.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>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. </strong><br> <br><strong>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.</strong><br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about working in Mental Health and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Vocational qualification or experience to at least level 4 or above, relevant to the service user group such as Certificate of Qualification in Social Work, Degree in Social Work or DipSW. Registered with Social Work England.</li> <li>Approved professional qualification relevant to the area of work and practical experience of working with service user groups giving rise to a variety of technical skills and thorough understanding of the principles of the services available, legal responsibilities, work practices and processes.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Working Knowledge of The Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act and safeguarding vulnerable adults, as well as good general knowledge of Social Care to uphold Human Rights and promote least restrictive practice.</li> <li>Sound assessment skills and ability to analyse eligible needs and think creatively to meet needs under the Care Act and S117.</li> <li>Have strong social work values base din promoting choice, independence and wellbeing to engage with service users and partner agencies within the relevant codes of practice values.</li> <li>Ability to manage and prioritise challenging caseloads and statutory demands to meet agreed deadlines.</li> <li>Understanding and recognition of professional & personal boundaries.</li> <li>The ability to work within a fast paced integrated team and cope with the duties & responsibilities and with the associated working environment.</li> <li>Understanding financial constraints and monitoring budgets.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ability to travel widely throughout North Somerset and out of area.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Willingness to train as AMHP in the future.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure certificate (relevant applications and checks will be carried out before any job offer is confirmed).</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Qualified AMHP/BIA</li> <li>PEPS qualified or experience with supporting social work students.</li> <li>Previous experience working in statutory Mental Health services.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Mel Williams, Integrated Mental Health Recovery Team Manager,</strong> at <strong> Melwilliams@nhs.net </strong> or <strong>01934 523700</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>Tuesday 05 November 2024.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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.<br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Career graded:- Level 7 to Level 9:- £33,024 - £45,441 dependant on experience.","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-22T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/17308172-5d2f-4780-9f4f-0dc2464547ff.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fd1e003f-900c-4967-87e1-50fab5f799a3","title":"Adult Social Care Worker / Social Worker for the Deaf","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"North Somerset","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br><strong>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent 18.5-hour Adult Social Care Worker/ Social Worker to work alongside Deaf/Deafblind people in North Somerset. If you are a qualified Social Worker, the starting salary would be commensurate of your Social Work qualification. </strong> <br><br>Based within the well-established and supportive Single Point of Access Team in the Town Hall, Weston-super-Mare, your overarching remit will be to work alongside the Deaf community across North Somerset, working with Deaf people with British Sign language as their first language. <br><br>You will need:<ul> <li>A passion for working with the Deaf community in a strength-based way.</li> <li>Good knowledge of Deaf awareness.</li> <li>British Sign Language preferable at level 2 or above.</li> <li>A background or understanding of health and social care or transferable skills related to the job description.</li> <li>IT skills to enable training on various in-house IT systems.</li> <li>To maintain and expand links with our Health and social care colleagues and voluntary sector agencies on behalf of North Somerset and the Deaf community.</li> <li>To organise Deaf Awareness week annually in May alongside our partner agencies.</li> <li>To attend existing Deaf community groups to provide support, information and advice as needed.</li> <li>To consider any equipment needs for people who are Deaf/deafblind/hard of hearing in their home environment.</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>This post 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. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br>This role will include development opportunities to understand the Deaf Community and their needs currently and into the future.<br><br>As an Adult Social Care Worker / Social Worker, you will work within key legislative frameworks including the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.<br><br>Part of your role will be to undertake Care Act Assessments, drawing up care plans with individuals, identifying their strengths and person-centred outcomes. You will complete Mental Capacity Assessments and be involved in Best Interest Decision making where appropriate.<br><br>We will utilise your transferable skills and provide training to enable you to promote the rights and choices of people with care and support needs, you will support people to identify and build upon their existing assets as well as access new resources to meet their identified outcomes. This can include supporting positive risk to promote independence, safety, and wellbeing of the Deaf community.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Access to regular reflective supervision both peer group and 1:1. Supporting shared learning.</li> <li>Full Learning and Development programme, Quality Assurance Framework and membership to Research in Practice (RIP): providing every member of staff access to their resources.</li> <li>Opportunities to access various training to enhance your skills, knowledge and performance as well as providing opportunities to progress your career in Health and Social Care.</li> <li>Hybrid working with flexible working hours policy.</li> <li>Employee assist programme to support staff wellbeing.</li> </ul> <br> <br>We hold an annual conference for our Social Care staff inviting a range of high-profile speakers to the event to demonstrate our investment in our staff as well as provide time to reflect on and challenge our practice.<br><br>We invest in a team approach and recognise individuals for their commitments. We hold an Annual Staff Awards event where individuals as well as teams get recognised and congratulated on their achievements.<br><br><strong>Benefits of Working Here!</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Jodie Birchall, SPA Team Manager, </strong>at jodie.birchall@n-somerset.gov.uk or <strong>07917265627</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Adult Social Care Worker Level 6:- £29,777 - £32,076 per annum pro rata \\/ Social Worker Level 8:- £36,648 - £39,186 per annum pro rata","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-14T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/1c8e9d48-4e65-4df0-b82c-d81ff017c0b0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0eddcf13-14ce-4047-99c8-4a68a49db6bb","title":"Civil Enforcement Officer","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"North Somerset","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>The Parking Services Team are looking to recruit a Civil Enforcement Officer (CEO) to cover enforcement of parking restrictions and Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) offences across the whole of North Somerset district. </strong><br><br><strong>About the role</strong><br> <br>As a CEO you will be expected to patrol Council car parks and on street areas covered by parking enforcement and offer a consistent and fair approach to enforcement and management of North Somerset parking. You will also be required to enforce PSPO Offences, such as littering, dog fouling and smoking in a Children's play area. You will operate as an individual and with other team members and act as a Council ambassador, offering help and guidance to the public over a range of topics. You will be expected to have excellent communication skills and be professional at all times particularly when dealing with potential confrontational situations.<br><br>Working hours will be on a fixed rota basis, 4 days on 2 days off, to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Full uniform and training provided.<br><br><strong>The post-holder must have a valid driving licence or be able to use suitable alternative methods of travel throughout the district. </strong><br><br><strong>This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check. </strong><br><br><strong>Duties will include:</strong><br> <br>- Checking vehicles in car parks and on-street enforcement areas to ensure they comply with the parking order and legislation<br> <br>- Issuing parking enforcement notices and collecting evidence<br> <br>- Collecting evidence of PSPO offences<br> <br>- Maintenance and checking of pay and display machines<br> <br>- Health and Safety checks to car parks<br> <br>- Displaying signage and equipment as required<br> <br>- Maintenance of car parks as required<br> <br>- Ensure visitors to North Somerset receive excellent standards of customer care and professionalism<br> <br>- Assisting with local events as required<br> <br>- Checking of Blue Badges<br><br><strong>Why North Somerset Council?</strong><br> <br>We understand working for a local authority is more than just a job. We want to ensure our employees remain passionate about what they do and enjoys their time at North Somerset. Whether that means you want training and development opportunities or a flexible working arrangement to fit around family commitments, we will work with you to ensure you are getting the best out of your employment.<br><br>Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days per year. Further details of the rewards package on offer can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> <strong>.</strong><br><br><strong>Want to know more and apply?</strong><br> <br>For an informal discussion, please contact <strong>Adrian, Civil Enforcement Supervisor,</strong> on <strong>07392 138018</strong>.<br><br><strong>Anticipated interview date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br><strong>North Somerset Council - Open, Fairer, Greener.</strong><br><br>Please note: We are currently only accepting applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 4:- £24,294 - £25,979 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-17T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c1bb8c2c-feeb-4d62-aee7-159e6b203b1c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b1b9838d-b962-427b-b7dc-d8731f985b93","title":"Causal Events Staff","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"North Somerset","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us:</strong><br> <br>Somerset Hall in Portishead and The Campus in Weston-super-Mare are lively community venues hosting a wide range of events, including weddings, parties, corporate functions, and community activities. We are looking for enthusiastic and dependable Casual Event Staff to join our teams, helping us deliver exceptional experiences at both venues.<br><br><strong>About the Role:</strong><br> <br>As a member of our Casual Event Staff, you will be an essential part of our operations, ensuring events run smoothly at Somerset Hall and The Campus. Responsibilities include setting up and dismantling event spaces, assisting with catering and bar services, handling cash transactions, welcoming guests, and maintaining high standards of customer service.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities: </strong><ul> <li>Set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment for events</li> <li>Assist with bar and catering services, including handling cash and card transactions</li> <li>Provide a warm welcome and friendly service to all guests</li> <li>Ensure the venue is clean, safe, and presentable at all times</li> <li>Follow health and safety guidelines and support with emergency procedures if needed</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>About You:</strong><ul> <li>Excellent communication and customer service skills</li> <li>Positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team</li> <li>Flexible, reliable, and willing to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays</li> <li>Previous experience in hospitality or events is an advantage but not essential—training will be provided</li> <li>Ability to handle physical tasks, such as lifting and moving equipment</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Why Join Us?</strong><ul> <li>Flexible hours that fit around your schedule</li> <li>Opportunity to work at a variety of exciting events</li> <li>Be part of a friendly and supportive team</li> <li>Gain valuable experience in the events and hospitality industry</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>How to Apply:</strong><br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact Becky Kehoe, <strong>Community Venues Operations Manager</strong>, at <strong>Becky.Kehoe@n-somerset.gov.uk</strong> or <strong>01934 427 427.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information:</strong><br> <br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities:</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 1:- £12.99 per hour including 12.07% holiday pay","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-31T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d488977b-5546-4f9f-8778-f1173676728c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dbecac87-cef6-4bf7-a89e-2be147c565b9","title":"Social Worker Children in Care Team x 2","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking dedicated and experienced Social Workers to join our Children in Care Team. The Children in Care team provide Social Work services to children and young people who are in the care of North Somerset Council and have a care plan to remain in care on a long term basis. Our team work closely with the Fostering Service, Leaving Care Service and Virtual School.<br><br><strong>We have two permanent positions available, one full time, 37hrs position and one part time, 22.2hrs position. </strong><br><br>We are looking for qualified Social Workers who have the necessary skills, experience and motivation to promote positive outcomes for children in care. The team work well together, and you will be supported by regular supervision.<br><br>In this role, you will be the allocated social worker for a number of children and young people who are in care and whose care plan is long term care. You will undertake assessments, care planning and therapeutic interventions to support children in care. You will work collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.<br><br>You will be supported by a strong and consistent senior management team, with a manageable caseload, high quality reflective supervision working in supportive and creative social work teams.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Working collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.</li> <li>Working with a small number of children and families, to achieve permanence and the best possible long-term outcomes for children in care.</li> <li>Continuously improve your practice by developing your knowledge and skills through post qualifying training.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>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.</strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Children, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br> <br><ul> <li>Be a <strong>qualified Social Worker</strong> (with a Social Work England Registration) with a passion for working with children and their families to help improve their outcomes and to keep them safe from harm using a strengths-based approach.</li> <li>Have sound knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, including a clear understanding of 'Working Together to Safeguard Children' and fostering regulations and legislation.</li> <li>Have an ability to build effective relationships with children, young people and families.</li> <li>Develop purposeful and productive outcome focused relationships with children, young people, and their parents/carers based upon partnership and mutual respect.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>What We Offer</strong><br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact: <strong>Dianah Griffiths Interim Head of Service for Corporate Parenting,</strong> via email: Dianah.Griffith@n-somerset.gov.uk <br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 7:- £34,834 - £35,745 per annum pro rata (ASYE) to Level 8:- £36,648 - £39,186 per annum, pro rata.","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-31T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/84b624f5-5e11-4ef7-8954-d346c408792a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7f3ef554-6e6b-4136-ac6e-a08b150e71c7","title":"Adult Social Care Worker (CTPLD) x2","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Clevedon","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated Adult Social Care Worker to join our Social Care Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD). The team is responsible for meeting the social care needs of people with learning disabilities in North Somerset. This is an exciting and challenging time for Adult Care Services. We need an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the team and assist in the development and reviewing of services being provided to people who use our service.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Assessment and Review care and support using the Care Act (2014)</li> <li>Responsibility for care management of case load using a Strengths based approach.</li> <li>Work alongside the duty social worker and provide flexible same day responses.</li> <li>Build productive relationships with people who use our service, their carers and service providers, to ensure the best outcomes for individuals</li> <li>Uphold North Somerset Council's social care duties.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>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. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role<strong>.</strong><br><br><strong>This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closed by 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.</strong><br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Significant experience of working with people who have social care needs.</li> <li>Ability to analyse information and recommend solutions to ensure best outcomes for the people who use our service.</li> <li>Ability to write clear reports which are consistent and of a high quality</li> <li>Ability to use a variety of IT systems competently.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Knowledge and experience of Safeguarding Adults</li> <li>Knowledge and application of the Mental Capacity Act (2005)</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> <li>Carer Development Plan, including the Social Work Apprenticeship Scheme</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our<strong> vision and values </strong>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Shelley Nathan, Team Manager, </strong>at <strong> Shelley.Nathan@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or call <strong>01934 888 801.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>Wednesday 23 October 2024.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 6:- £29,777 - £32,076 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-10-14T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4809341a-b705-416b-8fff-c12199233488.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cf62a6df-8647-46a6-a89f-dd2b7a0d5d63","title":"Highway Structures Graduate Engineer or Senior Technician","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Clevedon","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council has an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who has a bachelor's degree (BEng or MEng) in Civil Engineering with minimum 2yrs experience in relevant Civil/Structural Engineering discipline and a Graduate member of the ICE or IStructE working towards Incorporated (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.<br><br>This role is also open to the individuals who are educated to a minimum HNC level (NVQ level 4) or HND (NVQ level 5) with 5-10years of experience in Civil/Structural engineering discipline and construction industry.<br><br>North Somerset Council is a forward-thinking authority using the latest Highway Structures maintenance techniques to manage its structural assets and you will play a key role in this essential function. The Highway Structures Team is responsible for the management of bridges, retaining walls, subways, road safety barriers and other structures.<br><br>In this role, you will help the teams to deliver annual capital and revenue maintenance projects, as well as providing support to the Team Manager on various design, construction and maintenance duties.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Prepare calculations, drawings, details, works specifications and reports in accordance with current codes and standards for a wide range of structures and materials.</li> <li>Liaison with statutory authorities, external design consultants and contractors.</li> <li>Developing skills in the use of the latest design software e.g. MasterSeries.</li> <li>Establish and maintain technical file systems, as well as manage computer databases, providing administrative support as needed.</li> <li>Assisting in design reviews and verification checks</li> <li>Undertaking site visits, inspections and surveys.</li> <li>Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) to uphold a high level of discipline knowledge and awareness.</li> <li>Production of construction drawings and works specifications using AutoCAD.</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>Please see attached document for post holder's typical activities, performance measures and competencies.</strong><br><br><strong>Valid driving licence, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.</strong><br><br><strong>This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closed by 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.</strong><br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is enthusiastic about Civil/Structural engineering design and construction and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>The post holder should be educated to a minimum BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering or minimum HNC level (NVQ level 4) or HND (NVQ level 5) with significant years of experience in Civil/Structural engineering discipline.</li> <li>Familiarity with and understanding of relevant industry Codes and Standards (Eurocodes), references, as well as procedures and practices of verification and validation applicable to civil engineering design, construction and structural assessments.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills.</li> <li>Software experience - AutoCAD</li> <li>Computer literacy in Microsoft office applications</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Understanding of NEC3 or NEC4 contract principles.</li> <li>Experience in the management of highway structures/assets using an electronic asset management systems such as AMX or equivalent.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please <strong>contact Chandan Bhumpelly, Highway Structures Manager</strong>, at, <strong> Chandan.bhumpelly@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>07776 170 223.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Anticipated Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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. 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. <br><br>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.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 6:- £29,777 - £32,076 per annum","publishDate":"2024-09-27T03:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-09-29T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d5bd893a-cc5b-4950-a95f-74b6fba79967.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4cba4b2d-af1e-4d8c-bd58-8557c3f2d0b7","title":"Social Worker, Front Door Team (Children's Services)","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced social worker to join our small team of four social workers, one senior social worker, two referral coordinators and a team manager. <br><br>The Front Door responds to all contacts making swift decisions on directions that will best help our children and families whether that be children's social care or family wellbeing/early help. This requires workers to be able to respond to quickly changing circumstances as well as able to develop good working partnerships with our colleagues in Health, Education and the Police. <br><br>As an Authority we are committed to using a Trauma Informed approach. <br><br><strong>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. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about children, young people and their families, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Registered as a social worker with Social Work England.</li> <li>Social Work Qualification, ie Social Work Degree or Diploma in Social Work.</li> <li>Achieved or commitment to study for a specialist PQ award or equivalent</li> <li>Provide child-centred social work practice based upon social work value principles enshrined Social Work England's code of practice.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Michelle Jennings, Team Manager,</strong> at <strong> michelle.jennings@n-somerset.gov.uk . </strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed. <br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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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.<br><br>Early Birds Nursery is a Local Authority setting for children aged 6 months - 4 years old based on Birdwell Primary School site in Long Ashton. Early Birds has a Good Ofsted judgement and our dedicated team continually strive to seek innovative ways to further improve and develop practice. We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our aspirational team.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking two inspirational, professional Early Years Nursery Worker to join our Early Birds Nursery who will understand and value the importance of providing outstanding learning and care in a fun, safe environment, giving all children a positive and successful start in life. You will need to be a strong team player who can also demonstrate initiative, nurture, and joy. You will be friendly, passionate, reflective, and committed to delivering an outstanding child centred approach to Early Years in keeping with our Early Birds ethos.<br><br><strong>We have two positions available, one for 37 hours per week and one for 32.5 hours per week. Both positions are fixed term for 12 months.</strong><br><br>In this role, you will, amongst other tasks:<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Assist with the planning of the curriculum and delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage; providing safe, creative and inclusive opportunities for children to learn and progress; organising equipment, setting up and facilitating activities.</li> <li>Under the guidance of the Room Lead to act as a Keyworker to a group of children (Approx 12 children based on 1fte), liaising closely with parents/carers to ensure needs are met and progress is made.</li> <li>Take a lead on area of the nursery provision for example health and safety or an area of learning and development across the nursery - supporting provision, experiences and knowledge.</li> <li>Be responsible for making observations of children's learning and development and determining the most appropriate next steps.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>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. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Level 3 or above qualification in Early Years and Care</li> <li>English and Maths GSCE Grade C or above (or equivalent)</li> <li>Experience of working in an Early Years environment and providing outstanding care and provision</li> <li>Good communication skills, both written and verbal</li> <li>The ability to build relationships and work in partnership with children and families</li> <li>Knowledge and understanding of both child protection/safeguarding and working inclusively with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Sarah Dymmock-Morgan, Nursery Manager,</strong> at <strong> Sarah.Dymmock-Morgan@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong>, or <strong>01275 888580.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br><br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Area Officer to join our Highway Operations Team. The Highway Operations team are responsible for inspections and arranging minor repairs to keep our roads in a safe condition.<br><br>In this role, you will; Act as the primary contact for highway related enquires and respond to customer enquiries. You will complete inspections of the road network and arrange essential repairs to ensure the safety of our road users. You will also form part of an out of hours service and will be required to be a part of an on-call rota for which additional payments will be made.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Responding to customer enquiries.</li> <li>Completing planned highway inspections.</li> <li>Arranging minor repairs.</li> <li>Monitoring quality of contractor's work.</li> <li>Being part of an on-call team to respond to out of hours highway emergencies.</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role. A suitable vehicle will be provided.</strong><br><br>This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closed by 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about customer service and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Proven Organisational and Oral and Written Communication Skills</li> <li>Vocational qualification or experience to level 3 or 4 relevant to the service, or equivalent.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Able to work with a range of customers and demonstrate commitment to customer care</li> <li>Ability to travel around the district on a daily basis</li> <li>Satisfactory standard CRB disclosure certificate (relevant applications and checks will be carried out before any job offer is confirmed)</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>A qualification to HNC standard in a related discipline would be an advantage</li> <li>City & Guilds supervisor accreditation in New Roads and Street Works Act 1991</li> <li>Be a member of, or working towards full membership of a related professional institution or body</li> </ul> <br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Phil Bush, Highway Operations and Contracts Manager, </strong>at <strong> Phil.Bush@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>01934 427398.</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>Tuesday 08 October 2024.<br> <br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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Ashcombe has an <strong>Outstanding Ofsted</strong> judgement and our dedicated team continually strive to seek innovative ways to further improve and develop practice. <br><br>We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our aspirational team. You will be part of a dynamic work family who support each other and value staff wellbeing and diversity. We are forward thinking and embrace new continuous professional development opportunities including Five to Thrive, Attention-Strategy, Emotion Coaching, Theraplay and evidence informed practice.<br><br>North Somerset Council is dedicated 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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>You will actively contribute and support high quality care and education to children aged 2-5 years attending the nursery, ensuring developmental needs are met. Working positively in partnership with parents/carers whilst creating a safe and nurturing environment as part of the nursery team.<br><br>We are proud of our strong Children's Centre links and the shared core values which are embedded throughout our nursery. We work closely with our families and have effective partnerships with a range of agencies including Family Support Workers, Social Workers and Health Visitors, towards improving the outcomes for our children.<br><br><strong>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.</strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>They will be reliable and patient, whilst working under the direction of their room lead, has the confidence to use their initiative and work on their own.<br><br>They will use their knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development to support children's learning and development, whilst keeping them safe. <br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an inspirational, professional Early Years practitioner who will understand and value the importance of providing outstanding learning and care in a fun, safe environment, giving all children a positive and successful start in life. You will need to be a strong team player who can also demonstrate initiative, nurture, and joy. You will be reliable, friendly, passionate, reflective, and committed to delivering an outstanding child centred approach to Early Years in keeping with our Ashcombe ethos.<br><br>It is essential that you actively promote and support the safeguarding of children, ensuring policies and procedures are always observed.<br><br>We are looking for a practitioner who promotes our Nursery's positive values, attitudes (including British Values) and child behaviour, support children through co-regulation and encourage children to be problem solvers. Has the ability to build warm and positive relationships with children and their families and a willingness to work as part of a team.<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>A competent level of understanding in English.</li> <li>Prepared to work or be working to achieve NVQ level 2 or 3 in Early Years and Care and Education.</li> <li>Some experience of direct working with children in a Care, Early Years Education and/or Play setting.</li> <li>Understanding of Child development and the needs of young children in a childcare setting.</li> <li>Awareness of the Early Years Foundation Stage.</li> <li>An understanding of children with SEND.</li> <li>Awareness of Safeguarding/Child Protection policies and procedures.</li> <li>Awareness of OFSTED requirements.</li> <li>Occasional working in the evenings and weekends</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Paediatric First Aid.</li> <li>Food & Hygiene Certificate</li> <li>Experience working with children with special educational needs and disabilities</li> <li>Ability to provide a flexible and calm response to children and families.</li> </ul> <br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply 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.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Lucy Thie, Ashcombe Nursery Manager,</strong> at <strong> lucy.thie@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>01934 426807</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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Do you have a passion for Occupational Therapy? Whether you're newly qualified, returning to practice, or an experienced therapist considering a change, we'd love to hear from you! Find out more about the rewarding and varied role of an Occupational Therapist within our North Team in Adult Social Care and Housing.</strong><br><br><strong>Why Join Us?</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we are dedicated to providing high-quality services and creating a fair, green, and inclusive community. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents while advancing your career in a supportive environment.<br><br><strong>About the Team</strong> <br> <br>You'll join a collaborative and innovative Social Care Team, which includes Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Adult Social Care Workers. 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