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This site will provide the customs and transit checks required for hauliers following Brexit.\nThe Role: \nReporting to the Principal Port Health Officer you will be responsible for undertaking a range of statutory duties to safeguard public health. Conducting Official Controls you will be carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high risk food not of animal origin in order to ensure that only products that are safe to eat enter the food chain. \nIn addition you will direct the work and activities of the Technical Officer, and Technical Assistant.\nWho are we looking for? We are looking for someone who:\n•    can manage and prioritise a busy work load and who is capable of working independently or as a team.  •    can make justifiable decisions based on facts.  •    has excellent communication skills.  •    is adaptable, self-reliant, dependable, confident, creative problem solver. \nAs an employee of Ashford Borough Council you will have the opportunity to work with other environmental health professionals across the organisation to broaden your experience. \nFor an informal discussion about this role please contact Ben Clemons on 01233 648365 or Gill McIver on 01233 648341.\nClick to view a <a href=\"https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/sumhy4db/6840a-technical-assistant-nov-2023.docx\" target=\"_blank\">job description</a>\nWe can offer VISA certificates of sponsorship for this role. Please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>  for more information.\nIf you are interested in this role then please apply now as we are currently shortlisting and interviewing and will be looking at applications as they are submitted. To apply by completing an application form via the Council’s e-recruitment system <a href=\"https://ce0872li.webitrent.com/ce0872li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=1955714v4Y&WVID=9966750H9s&LANG=USA\">click here.</a>\nWhen applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>\nAlternatively, should you wish to apply by submission of a curriculum vitae (CV) please send your CV to <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> indicating where you saw the advert for this role. \nVisit the jobs page of our website <a href=\"http://www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs\">www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs</a>\nWe offer a competitive remuneration package, an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.\nAshford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide.\nWe welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community","shortDescription":"The Border Control facility in Ashford seeks a Technical Officer to carry out checks on imported animal products & high-risk food. 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This site will provide the customs and transit checks required for hauliers following Brexit.\nThe Role:\nThe services at the Border Control Facility are being delivered through 7 functional teams covering 24 hour and 7 day week pattern of operation and we are looking for an officer to manage assigned staff in the service.\nYou will have extensive experience in food control as you will be responsible for acting as lead signatory for fishery products and composite goods along with:\n•    Conducting Official Controls including carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high risk food not of animal origin. •    Undertaking checks of organic food, illegal unreported and unregulated fishing, animal composites and other relevant controlled goods. •    Managing assigned staff within the service and take lead responsibility for aspects of Border Control Post work.\nTo make an effective contribution to the development and achievement of the Ashford Border BCP health protection and business objectives it is essential that you have MSc, Degree or Diploma in Environmental Health and Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board EHRB (CIEH). \nIn addition you will have extensive enforcement experience covering a wide range of food areas including inspection of premises, monitoring and food sampling plus prosecution experience, along with experience in:\n•    Operational and/or technical lead role within a food related service •    Managing of people &/or and resources including performance management\nAs an employee of Ashford Borough Council you will have the opportunity to work with other environmental health professionals across the organisation to broaden your experience. \nFor an informal discussion about this role please contact Karis Valli on 01233 330204, or Ben Clemons on 01233 648365 or Gill McIver on 01233 648341. \nClick to view a <a href=\"https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/d1hppw1n/6839a-principal-port-health-officer-nov-2023.docx\" target=\"_blank\">Job Description </a>\nWe can offer VISA certificates of sponsorship for this role. Please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>   for more information.\nIf you are interested in this role then please apply now as we are currently shortlisting and interviewing and will be looking at applications as they are submitted. To apply by completing an application form via the Council’s e-recruitment system <a href=\"https://ce0872li.webitrent.com/ce0872li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=2124434v4Y&WVID=9966750H9s&LANG=USA\">click here.</a> \nPlease ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> \nAlternatively should you wish to apply by submission of a curriculum vitae (CV) please send your CV to <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> indicating where you saw the advert for this role. \nVisit the jobs page of our website at <a href=\"http://www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs\">www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs</a>\nWe offer a competitive remuneration package, an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.\nAshford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide.\nWe welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community","shortDescription":"Manage staff and conduct official controls on food, imports, and animal goods in a 24/7 team at a Border Control Facility in Ashford.","salaryDescription":"Salary from £47,616 to £52,776 pa, depending on skills and experience, plus 14% Shift Allowance","publishDate":"2024-10-29T10:54:29.474Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-29T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7e78e6d1-8688-4207-86c4-9c1d789dbd2c.png","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"15367999-3632-48d9-bb02-0013b4a8527f","title":"Port Health Technical Officer ","employer":"Ashford Borough Council","department":"","location":"Ashford","locationType":3,"description":"About Us: \nA Border Control facility has been set up in Ashford on the Sevington site, near junction 10A of the M20. This site will provide the customs and transit checks required for hauliers following Brexit.\nThe Role: \nReporting to the Principal Port Health Officer you will be responsible for undertaking a range of statutory duties to safeguard public health. Conducting Official Controls you will be carrying out checks on imports of products of animal origin and high risk food not of animal origin in order to ensure that only products that are safe to eat enter the food chain. \nIn addition you will direct the work and activities of the Technical Assistant.\nWho are we looking for? \nWe are looking for someone who: \n•    can manage and prioritise a busy work load and who is capable of working independently or as a team.  •    can make justifiable decisions based on facts.  •    has excellent communication skills.  •    is adaptable, self-reliant, dependable, confident and a creative problem solver. \nFor an informal discussion about this role please contact Ben Clemons on 01233 648365 or Gill McIver on 01233 648341.\nClick to view a <a href=\"https://www.ashford.gov.uk/media/j4ylequs/6837a-port-health-technical-officer-nov-2023.docx\" target=\"_blank\">Job Description </a>\nWe can offer VISA certificates of sponsorship for this role. Please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>  for more information.\nWe have a range of hours available from Monday to Friday, condensed or hours worked over a shift pattern. Hours worked in a shift pattern attracts a 14% shift allowance.\nIf you are interested in this role then please apply now as we are currently shortlisting and interviewing and will be looking at applications as they are submitted. To apply by completing an application form via the Council’s e-recruitment system <a href=\"https://ce0872li.webitrent.com/ce0872li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=5407584v4Y&WVID=9966750H9s&LANG=USA\">click here.</a>\nWhen applying - Please ensure that you have received confirmation of a submitted application once completed. For any assistance in completing the application form, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a>\nAlternatively, should you wish to apply by submission of a curriculum vitae (CV) please send your CV to <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@ashford.gov.uk\">recruitment@ashford.gov.uk</a> indicating where you saw the advert for this role.\nVisit the jobs page of our website <a href=\"http://www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs\">www.ashford.gov.uk/jobs</a>\nWe offer a competitive remuneration package, an excellent salary linked pension scheme, generous annual leave, free life insurance, supportive relocation package and opportunities for training and development.\nAshford Borough Council recognises the need to ensure the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults when they come into contact with the services we provide.\nWe welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community","shortDescription":"Job role in Ashford Border Control facility to conduct checks on imported animal products and ensure public health safety. 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The district includes a vast stretch of coastline, and the estate also encompasses beaches, country parks, play areas and the proposed Otterpool Park Garden Town. No day is ever the same but with your wealth of property experience you will be able to step up to be a guardian of the estate, facilitating effective management of the property portfolio including maximisation of revenue and delivering excellent customer service to all stakeholders.\nRanked in the Sunday Times as one of the best places to live in the UK, and in Lonely Planet as one of the best places to visit in the world, the District is an exciting place to work. Based in our office in the heart of Folkestone, you’ll have easy access to transport links including the High Speed 1 railway, Folkestone’s regenerated town centre, the seafront and old town creative quarter. Recognised by Best Companies as an outstanding organisation to work for, the council has a real focus on supporting career development, wellbeing and family friendly initiatives, and a hybrid working culture that enables flexible and remote/home working.\nYou can also expect an excellent benefits package that includes corporate membership, discount and salary sacrifice schemes, reimbursement of professional membership fees, up to 31 days holiday and Christmas office closure and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.\nThe role \nThe Property Executive will be part of a small team responsible for managing the council’s corporate property estate. You will lead on marketing and new lettings, assignments, sub-lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews, and re-gearing of leases, to ensure that the estate income of £2m pa is maximised. You will advise council tenants, officers, members and the public, as required, on the Council’s land and property interests, rights and responsibilities. This will include writing briefing notes reports, emails and legal instructions as required. As well as working with various stakeholders, you will conduct property inspections and ensure compliance with regulations.\nAbout You\nThe key qualifications, skills and experience required for this role:\n<ul>\n<li>A minimum of three years recent and relevant experience in property management</li>\n<li>Experience negotiating commercial landlord and tenant matters</li>\n<li>Working knowledge of commercial landlord and tenant legislation</li>\n<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills when working with all stakeholders</li>\n</ul>\nPlease see the attached full job description and person specification for further details. We would welcome applications from candidates who have relevant transferable skills and are interested in developing into this role.\nFor an informal conversation about the role please contact Helen Hensel (Estates & Assets Manager) at <a href=\"mailto:helen.hensel@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk\">helen.hensel@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk</a> or 01303 853483.\nThe closing date for receipt of completed applications is 9.00am on Monday 27th January 2025.","shortDescription":"Property Executive role in Folkestone & Hythe Council managing a diverse estate, maximising revenue and delivering excellent customer service. 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You will represent Bracknell Forest Council’s Children’s Services at key regional and national events and will be a source of expert professional advice on SEND reforms relating to social care within the borough and will seek to learn nationally from the evidence base of best practice.\nIf you are looking to work in a team that is inclusive, ambitious, and always learning, we would welcome your application to join us.\n<h3>About the team...</h3>\nWe are a small and friendly local authority. The leaders and managers know that it is essential for social care workers to have a secure physical and psychological base from which to be the best workers they can be. Working collaboratively with families to keep them together, where it is safe to do so, is at the heart of our embedded Family Safeguarding Model and our approach is underpinned by Motivational Interviewing (MI) across all of our social care teams.\nThe Children’s Specialist Support Team (CSST) is a highly skilled team working with children who have disabilities and/or complex health needs. We are an experienced, friendly and supportive team who focus on ensuring that children are at the centre of all we do.\nOur workforce tells us:\n<ul>\n<li>There is a supportive and approachable leadership and management team.</li>\n<li>All teams offer each other good peer support; there is a strong focus on shared problem solving.</li>\n<li>They feel appreciated and their development is prioritised.</li>\n<li>Supervision is of high quality, reflective and routinely provided.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\nThis role will strategically lead in framing and developing social care elements of the SEND strategy across the local authority, and strengthen collaborative working between Education, Health and Social Care, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements of the SEND Code of Practice (2015), and that statutory responsibilities under the Children and Family Act (2014) and Care Act (2014) are met.\nThe role will directly inform and influence the direction of wider SEND services through intelligence and insight. The DSCO will have in-depth knowledge and understanding of both social care processes and the SEND reforms agenda and will look to strengthen practice and generate solutions.\nThe DSCO will report to the Head of Children’s Specialist Support but work across all of Children’s Social Care to ensure that the outcomes for children and young people with SEND, are maximised by working to improve quality of life, school attendance, social care provision, personal autonomy and involvement in further education and employment, independent living and community inclusion. The DSCO will also work closely with and support colleagues in Adult Social Care, supporting them to meet their statutory duties for young people with SEND aged 18-25.\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Sports and social club. </li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our Values...</h3>\nAt Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. \nWe are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. \n<h3>Interview date</h3>\nInterviews will be held on Friday 31st January 2025.\nInterviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.\nWe will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.\nPlease note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\nFor an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:\nLou Richer, Head of Children’s Specialist Family Safeguarding\nTel.: 01344 353112\nEmail: Lou.Richer@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\n \nAt Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.\nBracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.\nAny successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying.\n Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.\nSocial Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. \nWe can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. \nCandidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.\nNo agencies please. \n ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£57,753 - £59,808 inclusive of Essential Car User Allowance and London Weighting","publishDate":"2024-12-27T14:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/82ab65ff-f4ca-4fbb-a743-80635e110d39.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dd7d0337-d30a-4cb1-a447-066b60000156","title":"Team Manager - Emergency Duty Service","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"EDS Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"As the Team Manager of Berkshire Emergency Duty Service you will hold a degree in social work, and have a wealth of experience as a social care professional with a distinguished track record of managing multi-disciplinary and/or generic teams effectively.\nYou are committed to a person-centred approach and possess an in-depth understanding of professional, legal, and policy frameworks pertinent to social care and health. Ideally, you bring extensive expertise in social care to the role.\nYou will have a proven history of driving service enhancements, showcasing innovative and forward-thinking solutions that have delivered tangible, measurable improvements.\nYou will have:\n<ul>\n<li>Skills and ability to manage complex services and target resources effectively in an environment of competing priorities.</li>\n<li>Extensive experience in operational leadership in Social Care services</li>\n<li>Ability to challenge and support partners and providers to ensure the best possible services are provided to meet the needs of children and vulnerable adults in Berkshire. </li>\n<li>Ability to use systems to provide management information, to evaluate performance and improve service outcomes.</li>\n<li>Extensive experience of budget monitoring </li>\n<li>Extensive workforce development experience.</li>\n<li>An Extensive customer relations experience investigating sensitive complaints.</li>\n<li>As a manager you will have strong leadership skills and the ability to be innovative whilst inspiring those who work for you</li>\n</ul>\nThe successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to inspire and implement meaningful change, working alongside a dedicated and dynamic team of colleagues.\nThis role promises to be challenging, diverse, and fulfilling, offering the satisfaction of making a tangible impact. You’ll collaborate with committed staff across six unitary authorities in Berkshire, and engage closely with management teams, as well as key partners including health, police, politicians, providers, and the voluntary sector.\n<h3>About our team...</h3>\nWe are deeply committed to the wellbeing of Berkshire residents, and our dedicated out-of-hours social care team plays a crucial role in safeguarding some \nof our most vulnerable community members. Our specialist team includes Approved Mental Health Professionals, Senior Social Workers (Children’s Services), Adult Safeguarding Care Coordinators, and Call Screening Officers. Collaborating closely with health professionals, the police, and families, we provide vital support and intervention for individuals facing social care crises outside regular hours.\nThis is a challenging yet highly rewarding role, where you’ll be supported by a strong management team and have access to expert guidance whenever you need it. You’ll also be empowered to think creatively, offering ideas and solutions to help enhance our service and make a real difference in people’s lives.\nThe Berkshire Emergency Duty Service (hosted by Bracknell Forest Council) provides unique, out-of-hours emergency social care across the entire Berkshire region. We take pride in our community, the care we deliver, and the meaningful partnerships we’ve built with key stakeholders. However, we’re always striving to improve, giving our team the time, support, and resources to do their best work while also shaping the future of the service. Here, your ideas matter.\nA career with us means more than just fulfilling a role—it’s about making a lasting impact. We prioritize learning, development, and collaboration, ensuring you have what you need to grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to bettering our communities.\nThis is an exciting time to join the team. Following a recent service restructuring, EDS has been recognized as a safe and effective service that safeguards children and vulnerable adults, earning positive feedback from Ofsted and CQC. Our team is a diverse group of highly skilled professionals, each an expert in their respective fields, working together to deliver expert crisis intervention and specialized social care.\nIf you’re looking for an opportunity to work alongside outstanding colleagues, make a tangible difference, and drive innovative approaches to social care, this is your chance to leave a lasting mark.\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\nThe Team Manager will serve as the Operational Lead for all six unitary authorities in Berkshire, overseeing and ensuring the efficient delivery and coordination of social service responses to emergencies and statutory duties outside regular office hours. This includes managing cases involving children and families, mental health crises, adult social care and safeguarding concerns, as well as housing-related incidents.\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure positive outcomes for individuals and families in the context of emergency out of hours social care.</li>\n<li>Provide operational leadership to our multi-disciplinary service.</li>\n<li>Help deliver our ambitious performance management and workforce development.</li>\n<li>Working with a highly effective management team and service area to achieve excellence.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Sports and social club. </li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n*(pro rata for part time).\n<h3>Our values...</h3>\nAt Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. \nWe are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. \n<h3>Interview date</h3>\nInterviews will be held on 27th January 2025. \nInterviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.\nWe will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.\nPlease note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\nFor an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:\nDorcas Nyabunze, EDS Head of Service\nor\nShelli Read, Business Manager\nTel.: 01344 353465 (please note this phone number is only available between 9.00 a.m. -5.00 p.m.)\n \nAt Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for\nmore details.\nBracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.\nCandidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.\nSocial Work England registration fees can be claimed back from the Council. \nWe can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. \nCandidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.\nNo agencies please. \n ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£65,822 - £68,173 inclusive of 10% Responsibility Allowance and London Weighting","publishDate":"2024-12-27T12:12:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-15T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/61faf63e-6289-4395-a5d4-550c408036d8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"39ebb806-5678-4ff9-9de9-dc6a7802d71b","title":"Finance Manager","employer":"CDS Co-operative","department":"","location":"Borough, London SE1, CDS","locationType":2,"description":"CDS is a unique organisation with an unusual mission – to provide, support and promote community-led housing and co-operation – so that more people can shape the things that matter most to them. We are a social landlord in our own right, with more than 820 rented and shared ownership homes. Alongside that, we are the largest co-op services agency in the South East, providing landlord finance and governance expertise as a service provider to over 30 housing co-ops and their 1,800 homes. We are also a promoter of co-operation and Community Led Housing, setting aside a proportion of our surplus each year to invest in projects and ideas that can help to scale up the sector to expand the use of co-operation as an effective and empowering business model.\nWe are seeking a skilled and experienced manager to become our new Finance Manager – Transactions. This experienced problem-solver will have an ACA, ACCA or equivalent financial qualification (or partial qualification) and will effectively oversee our Finance Transactions Team, which includes accounts payable, accounts receivable and rent accounting and provides service to CDS and our clients. You will inspire the team you lead and will be a visible and active member of the broader management team at CDS. You will be responsible for ensuring our internal controls are in place and operating effectively, that we fulfil our contractual obligations to our clients and to suppliers by making payments on time and that a culture of continuous improvement in embedded in your team.\nOur values are:\nUnity We work as one team, with one reputation Trust We thrive to be reliable, fair and to act with integrity Intention We know why we do things, we have plans and we monitor them Impact We care about the impact we have on others Collaboration We achieve more when we work with others Communication We seek understanding as a basis for win/win solutions Kindness We are brave and honest, facing difficult issues with empathy\nThese values drive everything we do, and we expect the same from you. With a strong sense of accountability and integrity, you will make decisions with intention and tirelessly pursue facts, resolve complex issues and go toward difficult things, seeking always to leave things better than you found them. Apart from the opportunity to make your mark at CDS by serving as Finance Manager - Transactions and getting to prove your ability to make quantitative improvements in our Finance Transactions Team, we offer a competitive salary, bonus scheme and generous benefits. We take our employee engagement seriously and will invest in your development and training. Furthermore, we offer the ability to primarily work from home, with a minimum expectation that you come into the office twice a month. We maintain space at our Central London office for those who prefer to work away from home, as well.\nWe are actively working toward becoming an anti-racist and inclusive organisation, open to challenge and learning in all our work. We are committed to looking for all kinds of talent to build a diverse workforce that represents the people we serve and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.\nClosing date: Monday 13th January 2025 at 9am\nFirst interviews: Wednesday 22nd January 2025 (virtual)\nSecond interviews: Tuesday 28th January 2024 (in person at our Central London offices)","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£59,504 per annum, plus the opportunity to earn a performance-related bonus","publishDate":"2024-12-27T11:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-13T11:13:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a68b809b-8726-4144-a1b7-ed9652c178c0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0036ffc8-7abd-44c8-9191-1248c6ae78c6","title":"Lead Approved Mental Health Professional","employer":"Bracknell Forest Council","department":"","location":"EDS Bracknell","locationType":2,"description":"We are seeking a highly experienced professional in mental health services with exceptional leadership and team management capabilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in coordinating and guiding a multidisciplinary team of practitioners, even in high-pressure environments.\nAs the Lead AMHP, you should bring a comprehensive understanding of the Mental Health Act, related legislation, and associated policies, alongside a strong grasp of current best practices in mental health and social care. This role requires a collaborative approach to leadership while maintaining the legal autonomy and accountability intrinsic to the position.\nThe successful candidate will excel in managing and supporting a team of seasoned practitioners, fostering effective partnerships, making sound decisions under pressure, and ensuring accountability across the board. A steadfast commitment to social work values and principles is fundamental to this role.\nYou will:\n<ul>\n<li>Possess a current AMHP warrant.</li>\n<li>Be part of a dedicated leadership team that values collaboration, professional growth, and the well-being of both clients and staff.</li>\n<li>Coordinate the AMHP arrangements in the service as well as undertaking Mental Health Act assessments in a range of settings, including hospital, custody and other community settings.</li>\n<li>Have a solid working knowledge of all relevant Mental Health Act, Social Care legislation and relevant Codes of Practice.</li>\n<li>Be able to work flexibly and effectively within multi-disciplinary and inter-agency environments as well as a robust understanding of how to apply leadership and the social perspective when working in a pressured generic social work environment.</li>\n<li>Have good computer literacy and excellent report writing skills.</li>\n</ul>\nJoin a service that truly values your skills and expertise. This is a dynamic and engaging workplace where you can take pride in delivering high-quality work, backed by strong organisational support.\n<h3>About our team...</h3>\nWe care about the wellbeing of Berkshire residents and our dedicated out of hours social care provision helps us to protect some of our most vulnerable residents. We are a specialist team of Approved Mental Health Professionals, Senior Adults and Childrens Social Workers, Adult Safeguarding Care Coordinators and Call Screening Officers. \nBased on partnership with our health colleagues, the police and other stakeholders, we work with service users across all age groups to assist those experiencing a social care and/or mental health crisis. The Lead AMHP role is a challenging one but you will have excellent support from the management team as well as expert guidance on hand whenever you need it. You will also have learning opportunities and space to share your ideas about how we can continue to maintain our excellent service delivery.\nBerkshire Emergency Duty Service provides unique out of hours emergency social care for the whole of Berkshire. We are proud of our community, the care we give, the services we provide and the effective collaborative networks we create in doing so, but we are also committed to continuous development. As such, we ensure that staff have the support and resources they need to do their job well and to help define the way we improve our service delivery. There will always be room for you to share your ideas and you are encouraged to take ownership. We provide you with opportunities to learn, develop and progress within a strong team, with excellent management relationships. This chance is yours, to make a lasting impact.\nThis is an exciting time to join our recently remodelled service. Berkshire EDS is considered as attentive and effective in safeguarding the children and vulnerable adults of Berkshire, with positive feedback from both Ofsted and CQC. Our key obligation is to provide professional support in the out of hours to promote the welfare of service users within our statutory accountabilities and wider policies. The Lead AMHP role involves coordinating the work of the AMHP workforce and working in a generic model of an all age out of hours social care service.\n<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Oversee the delivery of high-quality emergency mental health assessments and interventions during out-of-hours periods, ensuring the service operates effectively and meets the needs of individuals in crisis.</li>\n<li>Manage and support the EDS AMHP team, maintaining adherence to the Mental Health Act and all relevant legislation, while ensuring best practices are consistently applied.</li>\n<li>Provide strong leadership during emergencies, guiding the team in making sound decisions under pressure and maintaining a focus on safe and effective care.</li>\n<li>Foster the professional development of the EDS AMHP team, promoting continuous learning and skill enhancement.</li>\n<li>Contribute as a member of the operational management team to the planning and delivery of services that improve outcomes for vulnerable adults, children, young people, and their families, with a thorough understanding of the relevant legal framework.</li>\n<li>Undertake shift lead responsibilities as part of the operational management team, coordinating and managing evening, weekend, and bank holiday shifts on a rotational basis.</li>\n<li>Collaborate with partner agencies to enhance service delivery, ensuring the provision of a safe, efficient, and effective emergency duty service.</li>\n</ul>\n<h3>Our benefits...</h3>\n<ul>\n<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>\n<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>\n<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. </li>\n<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. </li>\n<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>\n<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>\n<li>Sports and social club. </li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. </li>\n<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities. </li>\n<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. </li>\n<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. </li>\n<li>Staff dental and health plans. </li>\n<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. </li>\n<li>Supermarket discount. </li>\n</ul>\n*(pro rata for part time). \n<h3>Our values...</h3>\nAt Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. \nWe are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk\">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. \n<h3>Interview date</h3>\nInterviews will be held on 25th January 2025.\nInterviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.\nWe will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.\nPlease note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.\n<h3>Want to ask us a question?</h3>\nFor an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:\nDorcas Nyabunze, EDS Head of Service\nor\nShelli Read, Business Manager\nTel.: 01344 355050 (please note this phone number is only available between 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.)\n \nAt Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.\nBracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.\nWe can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. \nCandidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.\nNo agencies please. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£68,006 - £70,472 inclusive of 20% Responsibility Allowance and London Weighting","publishDate":"2024-12-27T10:42:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-12T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/36fce267-54f8-4aa7-8587-49d4470fb389.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"03875bb0-c8b1-4d91-8ac5-60f509afd957","title":"Commissioning Manager - Service Improvement and Transformation","employer":"Wokingham Borough Council","department":"","location":"Wokingham Borough Council, Shute End/Home Working","locationType":2,"description":"Wokingham Borough Council has a fantastic opportunity available for a Commissioning Manager (Service Improvement & Transformation) to join our Award-Winning Adult Social Care Team on a Full time, Permanent basis.\nWokingham Borough Council is one of the top performing councils for Adult Social Care nationally, and is signed up to delivering the national Social Care Futures Programme within its future local strategy, as well as setting the ambition to become a ‘Marmot Borough’ place where everyone can thrive.\nAs the Commissioning Manager (Service Improvement & Transformation), you will work together with the Head of Service for Strategic Commissioning and the Strategy, Commissioning and Performance Team to lead and implement the fast-paced transformation of the Adult Social Care and Health services.\nFollowing our strategic goals outlined in the Adult Social Care Strategy, the aim is to provide the residents across the borough of Wokingham with high-quality, sustainable adult social care that improves value for money and outcomes for individuals.\nBenefits:\nNot only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:\n⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of days 31 (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays\n⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme\n⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline\n⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts\n⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)\n⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes\n⭐ And much more! \nKey responsibilities: \n<ul>\n<li>Support the delivery of our ambitious Adult Social Care transformation programme, ensuring the delivery of better outcomes for people, improved value for money, and a sustainable high quality Adult Social Care system</li>\n<li>Working with Optalis Ltd to shape and deliver local priorities as set out in the Adult Social Care Strategy.</li>\n<li>Ensuring that the services we commission are high quality, effective, demonstrate value for money and enable us to meet the requirements of the Care Act 2014.</li>\n<li>Ensuring that the local social care market remains sustainable through strategic planning, workforce development. To develop and delivery our Market Position Statement and associated market sustainability plan.</li>\n<li>Understanding our local market of care providers, stimulating a diverse range of care and support services to ensure sustainability and maximise outcomes for working aged adults in Wokingham.</li>\n<li>The strategic development of a suite of policies for Adult Social Care, working with the whole department to keep these current and oversee implementation</li>\n</ul>\nCandidate requirements\n<ul>\n<li>Degree-level, equivalent relevant professional qualifications or expertise is essential </li>\n<li>Able to develop, lead and deliver effective strategies/projects </li>\n<li>Good IT skills including office software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel </li>\n<li>Excellent working knowledge of the political landscape, legislative frameworks, and regional and national drivers surrounding the area of Adult Social Care </li>\n<li>Maximising outcomes, driving commissioning activities, ensure best value and achieve a balanced budget, creatively drawing on a wide range of resources and assets as appropriate</li>\n</ul>\nOur Area \nWokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. \nWe’re home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. \nClick the link below and apply today. Alternatively, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail chris.clark@wokingham.gov.uk\nClosing date: 26th January 2025, 11pm Interviews: TBC \nIf your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.  \nPlease note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. \nPlease be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.      \nWokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.\nWokingham is an equal opportunities employer. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£57,179 - £62,667 Per Annum, Plus Benefits","publishDate":"2024-12-27T10:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-26T23:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/76f8d544-3b01-45f8-9466-3b7587c22c14.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"083246b1-178b-422d-bdf0-c4f92d912beb","title":"Senior Project Manager","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"JOB DESCRIPTION Organisation: London Borough of Waltham Forest Salary: PO6 £52,584 - £55,620 Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary (9 months) Working hours per week: 36 Application Deadline: 12 January 2025 Proposed Interview Date(s): TBC Reference:1576 About Us: Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. We are a highly ambitious borough. Driven by culture and the innate creativity of our residents, we have developed new and innovative ways to build our communities. Our Council is relentlessly resident-focused, insight-led, digitally driven and commercially minded; a Council focused on meeting the needs of our existing and future residents. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the <a href=\"https://www.london.gov.uk/good-work-standard\">Mayor of London's Good Work Standard</a> employers. This accreditation is a proof of our commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression and diversity and recruitment. The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk so we can arrange an alternative application method. About the role: Waltham Forest has set an ambitious vision for a changed borough by 2030 with the development of our new Corporate Plan, Mission Waltham Forest. Local government is also facing unprecedented financial challenges, and Mission Waltham Forest sets out how we will respond to complex societal challenges whilst keeping a firm financial footing. To deliver on this agenda, we have mobilised a multi-year programme of transformation work and savings activities, including a significant number of restructures across a number of directorates. We are now seeking to recruit two Senior Project Managers to plan, develop and drive forward the restructures, working together with key stakeholders in Strategy & Change, HR and relevant Service Areas to ensure the timely delivery of these vital initiatives. You will be project managing a range of restructures at any given time, as well as getting directly involved in the work itself - drafting consultation documents, updating role profiles and structure charts, coordinating meetings with staff. <a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/Role%20profile%20-%20Senior%20Project%20Manager%20PO6.pdf\">>> Click here to download the Role Profile <<</a> Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Lead on the delivery and management of the organisational restructures workstream, ensuring it is delivered to quality, time and cost. </li> <li>Provide specialist business change advice and coaching to colleagues to support the delivery of their restructure projects</li> <li>Work as part of a matrix managed team with HR, Finance and service colleagues, to ensure restructures are delivered and managed in accordance with Council policy</li> <li>Support service leads and SROs in managing expectations for deliverables, creating stakeholder communications, and helping to implement an effective system of project governance </li> <li>Secure compliance and engagement with the project amongst the necessary stakeholders. </li> <li>Manage, lead, and support the project team to ensure that they meet their objectives and address any issues as appropriate.</li> <li>Create and update project plans and deliverables, reporting on project activity on a regular basis</li> </ul> Qualifications and Requirements: <ul> <li>Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities at the same time. </li> <li>Experience of managing large-scale projects in complex and challenging environments. </li> <li>Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ability to interact effectively with people at all levels in an organization including senior level executives.</li> <li>Possess strengths in organisational, attention-to-detail, reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Experience of delivering projects and products using the appropriate agile project management methodology, learning & iterating frequently. </li> </ul> Terms and conditions: The below terms and conditions apply to this role: Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; Satisfactory declaration of interest; As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications online by pressing the 'Apply' button below. This includes a supporting statement that outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Equal Opportunity Employer: Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy. We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below or feel free to discuss this during your interview. For more information on the benefits of working for the Council, please visit <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us\">https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/find-jobs-and-other-opportunities/working-us</a>. Contact Information: If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Ed Wildish, Head of Assurance & Oversight at <a href=\"mailto:edmund.wildish@walthamforest.gov.uk\">edmund.wildish@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post, please contact our Recruitment Team via email at <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\">recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</a>. Click here for further information on the <a href=\"https://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/council-and-elections/your-data-and-privacy/our-privacy-notices/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice\">Human Resources recruitment privacy notice</a>.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"PO6 £52,584 - £55,620","publishDate":"2024-12-27T09:15:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-12T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3f2ddbcb-e1a3-4980-9758-9f7b2c94cfc0.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d8eb4079-eb31-4e5f-b970-7aa8c8350cbb","title":"Teacher of Design Technology","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"Heathcote School & Science College, Normanton Park, Chingford, London,","locationType":3,"description":"Teacher of Design Technology\nMPS/UPS \nOfsted Good – 2024\nCommencing as soon as possible\nHeathcote School and Science College is an inclusive community school with key values to Encourage, Challenge and Succeed. The values are integral in everything we do to support and nurture pupils to achieve the best possible outcomes in a safe and happy learning environment. Feedback from our recent Ofsted report (February 2024) confirmed Staff greatly enjoy working at the school. They hugely value the support they receive for their workload and well-being.\n \nWe are looking for a qualified and talented Teacher of Design Technology to teach across the ability range to GCSE and A Level. You will be working with and be supported by an experienced team of strong teachers and leaders. The successful candidate will work within the DT department and should be able to offer a range of DT subjects at Key Stage 3 and specific specialism beyond this. DT offers a carousel of opportunities at Key Stage 3 and many pupils take up specialist pathways at Key Stage 4 and 5, which provide unique opportunities for pupils to gain experiences and take up careers in these industries. We have strong links with Barratt Developments, Gardiner and Theobald, ISG and LLDC who provide work experience for our pupils. There are many enrichment and extra-curricula opportunities on offer at all levels, including projects with Barratt Developments and TfL. The department is also supported by experienced technicians.\n \nWe welcome applications from newly qualified or more experienced teachers that can demonstrate ambition, passion and impact whatever their journey so far. As an NQT or Beginner Teacher at Heathcote School, you will be supported by experienced colleagues on a range of issues relating to planning, teaching and assessing with a dedicated mentor and a skills development programme that will provide you with the experience required to be a successful practitioner in education. \n \nThe school puts well-being and development at the heart of its work, and we have very talented staff who are encouraged to grow and develop collaboratively, within school and with local schools, to be the best they can be. We are working to raise standards in a ‘high challenge, low threat’ way and enable robust systems which ensure consistency in all areas and encourage growth and development for all. We are part of the North East London School Teaching Hub, Seven Kings Teaching Alliance, and the West Essex Teaching School Alliance. The school has excellent resources and an impressive, spacious site on the edge of Epping Forest including a staff car park and surrounding roads that do not require a parking permit. We are also a 15-minute walk from Chingford Station which has great links into the City.\n \nWe aim to ensure our staff body reflects the diversity of our community and use anonymised-recruitment processes in our short-listing. We employ staff with diverse skills and backgrounds and this ensures that our policies and systems are always inclusive of all our stakeholders. We value and respect everyone’s identity and our Equality Information and Objectives Policy confirms our commitment to the 2010 Equalities Act.\n \nIf you are interested, please look at our school website <a href=\"http://www.heathcoteschool.com/\">www.heathcoteschool.com</a> where you will find application forms and further information. We encourage you to visit the school before making an application and please contact us on the below email if you wish to do so.\n \nCompleted application forms should be emailed to <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@heathcote.waltham.sch.uk\">recruitment@heathcote.waltham.sch.uk</a>.\n \n \nClosing date for receipt of applications: Friday 17th January 2025 at 9am. Please do contact the school as soon as you can if you are interested.\n \nPlease note: applications will be considered as they are received and we reserve the right to close this position before the date specified above. We therefore urge candidates to submit an application as soon as possible. \n \nHeathcote School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"MPS/UPS","publishDate":"2024-12-27T08:29:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-17T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/480f9a23-2763-4336-bb29-99c5d05a79e1.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"156a1225-8499-42cd-afbf-e7ab7c49ac57","title":"Principal Ecologist","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Clevedon","locationType":3,"description":"About Us 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. The Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal Ecologist to join our Natural Environment Team. The Natural Environment Team are responsible for managing North Somerset Council-owned trees and the rights of way network, responding to planning applications and delivering the Council's Green Infrastructure Strategy. In this role, you will manage a small ecology team with the work area comprising primarily of prioritising responses to planning applications, compiling reports (including the completion of Habitat Regulation Assessments), providing planning advice and advising colleagues on the Council's major projects. You will also support the Natural Environment Manager with the delivery of the Council's Nature Park initiative and Biodiversity Net Gain on council-owned land. Key Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Leading on advice for the emerging Local Plan including developing supplementary planning guidance, helping to deliver Biodiversity Net Gain, collaboration on nature recovery networks and the delivery of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy, exploring opportunities for wetland restoration, engaging with colleagues and partners across the West of England and being part of a wide-ranging project to better understand and protect our greater and lesser horseshoe bats and create strategic mitigation habitat.</li> <li>Supporting service delivery of the Natural Environment Team Plan and Green Infrastructure Strategy with particular emphasis on professional ecological advice to the Development Management Planning service.</li> <li>Providing technical support for the most complex cases to develop and support colleagues in providing professional consultation, direction and support to team members on case work and be a role model for best practice.</li> <li>Supporting the curation of ecological records within North Somerset for determination of Planning Applications and Strategic Planning purposes with the support of NSC ICT and GIS Teams.</li> </ul> Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role. 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. About You We are looking for an individual who is passionate about ecology and who possesses the following skills and experience: Essential Criteria:<ul> <li>Professional vocational qualification or experience to at least level 6 or above, relevant to the Ecology and the Natural Environment field.</li> <li>An understanding of ecological planning issues.</li> <li>Experience undertaking Habitat Regulations Assessments.</li> <li>Phase 1 Extended Ecological surveys & UK Habitat Mapping and Classification.</li> <li>A good understanding of protected species, particularly bats.</li> <li>A broad working knowledge of wildlife and the relevant legislation and policy in place to protect and enhance it.</li> <li>Ability to manage/organise own work and that of colleagues to meet agreed deadlines.</li> <li>Member of CIEEM (or eligible).</li> </ul> Desirable Criteria:<ul> <li>Familiarity with biodiversity net gain.</li> <li>Knowledge of the North Somerset and Mendip Bats Special Area of Conservation (SAC) Guidance on Development: Supplementary Planning Document and the associated Habitat Evaluation Protocol (HEP).</li> <li>Line management/supervision experience.</li> <li>Arboricultural surveys.</li> </ul> What We Offer 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 Benefits booklet . How to Apply If you share our vision and values 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. Contact Information: For further information about the role, please contact Esther Coffin-Smith, Natural Environment Manager, at esther.coffin-smith@n-somerset.gov.uk or 07385 039453. Important Information Interview Date: Thursday 30 January 2025. We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. Equal Opportunities 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. 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. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 9:- £41,511 - £46,731 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-27T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-22T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/aab6bcae-1484-4260-a19e-4e7a7e99b382.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"03875984-c13a-47d1-8bdc-d785047fc459","title":"Early Years Nursery Assistant - Ashcombe Children's Centre Nursery","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"About Us 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. Ashcombe Children's Centre Nursery is one of three North Somerset Council nurseries, based in Weston Super Mare. Ashcombe has an Outstanding 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. You will be part of a close 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. 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. The Role 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. 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. This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role. Key Responsibilities: 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. They will use their knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development to support children's learning and development, whilst keeping them safe. About You 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. It is essential that you actively promote and support the safeguarding of children, ensuring policies and procedures are always observed. 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. Essential Criteria:<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> Desirable Criteria:<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> What We Offer 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 Benefits booklet . How to Apply If you share our vision and values 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. Contact Information: For further information about the role, please contact Lucy Thie, Ashcombe Nursery Manager at lucy.thie@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 426807. Important Information We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. Equal Opportunities 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. 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. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 3: £24,790 - £25,183 per annum, pro rata (£12.85 - £13.05\\/hour)","publishDate":"2024-12-27T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-05T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/7440437d-aa64-408d-99b0-86a2599387fe.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"45e6eab5-df36-462d-a755-d0c08b0146e8","title":"Social Worker, North Locality - Adult Social Care and Housing","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"North Somerset","locationType":3,"description":"About Us North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent Social Worker to join a well-established and supportive Adult Social Care Team. The team covers the more rural north patch of North Somerset including the towns of Clevedon, Portishead and Nailsea as well as all the surrounding villages. We welcome applicants who are Experienced Social Workers and those who are Newly Qualified. We have an excellent ASYE programme for those who are newly qualified or already undergoing their ASYE. Our mentoring programme will enable professional growth and stimulate your professional curiosity assuring outstanding practice. We are happy to consider applications for part-time hours. Working within key legislative frameworks, including the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, as a Social Worker, you will:<ul> <li>Undertake Care Act Assessments and co-produce care and support plans with individuals, identifying their strengths and assets to determine person-centred outcomes.</li> <li>Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and be involved in Best Interest Decision-making.</li> <li>Hold a manageable caseload and share responsibility for coordinating safeguarding enquiries in a person-centred way.</li> </ul> Using your social work knowledge, skills, and values 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 taking by applying defensible decision-making principals to promote and balance the independence, safety, and wellbeing of people with care and support needs. We offer:<ul> <li>Access to regular reflective supervision which empowers you to make evidence informed professional judgements drawing on the latest research, theories, legislation, and policy frameworks.</li> <li>The freedom to practice in a truly strength-based way which recognises the importance of prevention and goes beyond traditional case management.</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 the opportunity to train in specific areas and access to regular legal and practice updates.</li> </ul> We are passionate about peer learning and offer group supervision and peer support groups where you can share your experience and learn from others. 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. Our commitment to our team includes:<ul> <li>An Annual Staff Awards event to recognise and celebrate individual and team achievements.</li> <li>A supportive environment where Social Workers are valued for their skills, knowledge, and experience.</li> </ul> Join us in delivering an outstanding service for the most vulnerable residents in North Somerset. This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role. 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. Work Style At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated. This role falls into the category of Mobile/Field Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way: <ul> <li>0-1 day in the office</li> <li>Includes field workers who primarily work remotely.</li> <li>Comes into the office for meetings or focused work. Virtual connections with the team are essential, with portable technology supporting work on the go.</li> </ul> What We Offer 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>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet . How to Apply If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role. Contact Information For further information about the role, please contact Claire Gumus, Adult North Team Manager, on 07825453770 or at Claire.gumus@n-somerset.gov.uk . Important Information As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role. Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. Equal Opportunities 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 7:- £34,314 - £37,035 per annum (ASYE) to Level 8:- £37,938 - £40,476 per annum (Qualified)\\n","publishDate":"2024-12-27T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-10T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e68e60d4-53a1-4727-b070-9eca56d32a0a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d8e8f2a2-4bae-4134-ab74-8bdab7dc8c59","title":"Senior Social Worker - Children in Care Team","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"About Us At North Somerset Council, we are passionate about delivering exceptional services to our community. We are committed to fostering a fairer, greener, and more inclusive environment, where every resident can thrive. When you join us, you'll be making a real difference to the lives of vulnerable children and families, helping us shape a brighter future for all. The Role We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Social Worker to join our Children in Care Team. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children in our care, helping them feel safe, supported, and empowered. As a key member of our team, you will manage a caseload of children with varied plans, including adoption, special guardianship, long-term fostering, or reunification with their families. Your role is vital in ensuring that each child's voice is heard and that their unique history is respected as they grow into young adults. At North Somerset Council, we see ourselves as passionate corporate parents, and we strive to give the children in our care the same opportunities as our own. In this role, you will work closely with each child, providing guidance, support, and advocacy. You'll help them access the best possible education, healthcare, and activities, ensuring they grow up in a stable, loving home. You'll also work collaboratively with their foster carers, residential providers, and families to ensure positive, lifelong outcomes. Key Responsibilities:<ul> <li>\nCaseload Management: Handle complex cases involving children subject to care proceedings and child protection plans, ensuring their safety and well-being.</li> <li>\nMentorship & Consultation: Provide support to less experienced social workers, fostering a culture of reflective practice, particularly during court proceedings and multi-agency assessments.</li> <li>\nHigh Standards of Practice: Lead by example, ensuring high-quality case recording, report writing, and effective planning for each child.</li> <li>\nDirect Work: Engage directly with children, young people, and families to manage risk and achieve sustained, positive outcomes.</li> <li>\nProfessional Collaboration: Maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, including foster carers, educational professionals, and healthcare providers, to ensure seamless support for each child.</li> <li>\nTraining & Development: Continuously develop your expertise, staying up to date with best practices, and mentor others to do the same.</li> <li>\nChild Protection: Safeguard the welfare of children and young people in line with legal frameworks, always advocating for their best interests.</li> </ul> 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. About You We're seeking a dedicated, compassionate individual with a strong commitment to supporting children and families. You will bring a wealth of experience in child social work, particularly with children in care, and demonstrate an unwavering dedication to their well-being. Essential Skills & Experience:<ul> <li>Extensive knowledge of frameworks for assessment and intervention.</li> <li>Deep understanding of attachment, separation, loss, change, and resilience, with the ability to apply these concepts in practice.</li> <li>Commitment to promoting identity and diversity, and supporting others in this area.</li> <li>Strong risk management and critical analysis skills, with the ability to guide others.</li> <li>Experience with legal frameworks, and confidence in communicating complex legislative issues to a wide range of professionals.</li> <li>Ability to anticipate and assess risks, developing clear, effective plans to manage them.</li> <li>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.</li> </ul> Desirable:<ul> <li>Post-qualification awards, or a willingness to work towards them.</li> <li>Practice Teachers Award, or Practice Educator Stage I and II qualifications, or a willingness to achieve these.</li> </ul> Why Work With Us? At North Somerset Council, we offer a collaborative and supportive working environment where your contribution will be valued. We are committed to your professional growth, offering ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential. Join us and help create positive, meaningful change for children in care. What We Offer 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>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet . How to Apply If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role. Contact Information For further information about the role, please contact Alex Humphries, Team Manager at alex.humphries@n-somerset.gov.uk or 07824 085764. Important Information As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role. Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. Equal Opportunities 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 9:- £41,511 - £46,731 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-27T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-22T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e3c2951d-c328-4f5a-8775-059e3fb12c5f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f89a62c3-0b30-47d5-a3b9-f38f7d579b94","title":"Independent Scrutineer - North Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"North Somerset","locationType":3,"description":"Please note, this is not a North Somerset Council vacancy and the successful applicant will not be employed by North Somerset Council but will invoice for their services. Can you help us become a better safeguarding partnership, with children at the heart of what we do? Are you motivated by making a difference to the most vulnerable children in our society? North Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership (NSSCP) is recruiting an Independent Scrutineer, initially for 12 months with the opportunity to extend. The NSSCP is the multi-agency arrangement in North Somerset that oversees the safeguarding of children in North Somerset. The three statutory safeguarding partners who lead the work of the NSSCP are North Somerset Council, Avon & Somerset Constabulary and BNSSG Integrated Care Board. Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023 (WT23) sets out the requirements for independent scrutiny of these partnership arrangements, including critical challenge and appraisal of the multi-agency safeguarding arrangements established by the three safeguarding partners. In line with WT23 our new arrangements will include an independent scrutineer. This role is intended to focus on the work of local safeguarding systems; be multi-disciplinary in nature and review how partners are working together effectively to safeguard children. It will: •Consider the overall effectiveness of local safeguarding arrangements •Consider how well the safeguarding partners are providing strong leadership •Provide independent scrutiny of the annual report of the safeguarding partners •Support a culture and environment conducive to robust scrutiny and constructive challenge The post holder will lead activity to scrutinise safeguarding systems for children, and this will include: •Conducting any scrutiny activity as identified by the NSSCP •Offering scrutiny of progress against the NSSCP priorities as set out in the strategic plan • Any other activity as identified by the partnership The NSSCP would like to hear from you if you have: •Experience of effective leadership at a senior level within a safeguarding field •Experience of working at a senior level within a multi-disciplinary context •Experience of deploying quality assurance to improve outcomes •A degree or equivalent and hold a recognised professional qualification in a discipline which could include social care, health, police with experience at a strategic management level •Capacity to offer approximately 18 days p.a. to undertake this work. Subject to mutual agreement, we may request more. You will bring: •Integrity, openness and trustworthiness •Excellent communication and presentation skills •The confidence, authority and objectivity to challenge practices and hold agencies to account •The ability to empower multi-agency activity for change and improvement •The ability to digest and analyse complex information Please submit your CV and a covering letter of application/interest to zoe.gartland@n-somerset.gov.uk by 31st December 2024. This should detail how your suitability and experience is relevant to the experience required for this role. Interviews will take place on 6th January 2025.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£600 per day, 18 days per year.","publishDate":"2024-12-27T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-31T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/130ee8a3-9804-4b9a-97fd-87b1eaea06a4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4e399324-b6ed-4eca-b509-d1da14a78e5c","title":"Planning Policy Manager","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"About Us North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community. The Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Planning Policy Manager to lead our Planning Policy Team. The Planning Policy Team are responsible for supporting North Somerset to be a great place to live, work and visit by developing and managing the implementation the Local Plan to shape sustainable development in line with social and economic demand, council objectives, placemaking concepts and national planning policy and regulations. In this role, you will develop coherent planning policy and oversee the preparation and adoption of a sound Local Plan based on the identification of local need, within the context of changing national planning policy and an evolving legislative framework (English Devolution White Paper and Planning and Infrastructure Bill). Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Contribute to the strategic direction of the function with service intelligence, knowledge and expertise</li> <li>Provide expert advice and leadership in meeting the authorities housing delivery mandatory targets</li> <li>Ensure planning policy is in line with national legislation and guidance</li> <li>Oversee public consultations to gather feedback on planning policies and proposals</li> <li>Respond to and resolve questions and issues arising from developers, communities and other stakeholders</li> <li>Provide expert guidance and advice on the interpretations and application of planning policies and legislation</li> </ul> Work Style At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more or less frequently, this can be negotiated. This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way: <ul> <li>2-3 days in the office</li> <li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li> <li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li> </ul> About You We are looking for an individual who is passionate about the local plan making and the planning professions ability to deliver sustainable communities that people want to live and work in, and who also possesses the following skills and experience: Essential Criteria:<ul> <li>Significant experience of delivering and leading on planning policy and local plan preparation</li> <li>Extensive experience in supporting the Development Management process by providing planning policy advice and acting as an expert witness at Public Inquiries planning appeals</li> <li>Communication: able to clearly, succinctly and accurately explain complex planning issues both verbally at council meetings and within written reports</li> <li>Leadership: able to coach, mentor and motivate a team, and other stakeholders as a subject matter expert</li> <li>Organisation and time management: able to meet multiple deadlines</li> <li>Strategic thinking: able to align programmes and function plans with the wider organisational vision and direction</li> <li>Budget management</li> </ul> Desirable Criteria:<ul> <li>Degree in planning or related discipline</li> <li>Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) of similar professional body</li> </ul> What We Offer Working at North Somerset Council is a great place to balance a rewarding career with a quality home life. Located south of Bristol, it's a scenic rural area with access to the coast and the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Benefits include:<ul> <li>Generous leave with up to 34 off days per annum (depending on length of service), plus up to 12 additional days off per annum under our flexitime scheme</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Options for flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Working primarily from home but with easy access to modern offices</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Tax deductible electric vehicle lease scheme (via salary sacrifice)</li> <li>Entry into the excellent local government pension scheme</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Access to Health Assured Employee Assistance programme</li> <li>Access to BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan</li> </ul> Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet . How to Apply If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role. Contact Information For further information about the role, please contact Jason Beale, Head of Planning, at jason.beale@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 426011. Important Information As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role. Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. Equal Opportunities 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 12:- £61,437 - £69,610 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-27T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-02T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/0e47cb69-55c5-4eb7-a7d0-47a341ea4938.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"40697866-06c6-4cda-b0ef-8304afe92c41","title":"Early Years Nursery Worker (Little Waves Nursery)","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"About Us 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. 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. 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. The Role 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. 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. This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role. Key Responsibilities: To be an early educator and a key person to a key group of children, whilst working under the direction on their room lead. 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. About You 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. It is essential that you actively promote and support the safeguarding of children, ensuring policies and procedures are always observed. 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. 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. Essential Criteria: 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> Desirable Criteria:<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> What We Offer 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 Benefits booklet . How to Apply If you share our vision and values 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. Contact Information: For further information about the role, please contact Lucy Thie, Little Waves Manager, at lucy.thie@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 427450. Important Information Interview Date: To be confirmed We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. Equal Opportunities 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. 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. As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 4:- £25,584 per annum, pro rata. (£13.26 per hour)","publishDate":"2024-12-27T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-04T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/53a9a90a-9e70-4dce-b6ca-1be40d6278e8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c4f1ce9c-3ace-40ba-92ee-710a5a8cad75","title":"Woodspring Children and Young People Social Prescribing Link Worker","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Various","locationType":3,"description":"About Us North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community. The Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Children and Young People Social Prescribing Link Worker to join our Family Wellbeing team. The Family Wellbeing team are responsible for supporting the early help offer within North Somerset. In this role, you will respond to the needs of children and young people who are registered with GP practices in the Woodspring area (Gordano Valley, Tyntesfield and Mendip Vale Primary Care Networks), particularly those that are missing or not in education, via the implementation of a children and young people's social prescribing model. You will connect children and young people to a broad range of activities, groups, services and interventions in their local area in a timely and effective way for practical and emotional support. Led by the wants and needs of the young people themselves, this postholder will increase young person's active involvement with their local communities, enabling them to take control of their health, wellbeing and lives whilst also reducing health inequalities using a holistic approach. You will also support existing groups to be accessible and sustainable and help young people to start new groups, working collaboratively with all local partners and being responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with statutory services, children centres / family hubs, community groups, youth organisations and other stakeholders - including practice staff at Woodspring GP surgeries. Key Responsibilities:<ul> <li>To receive referrals, identifying children and young people that would benefit from social prescribing, after they have been assessed by a GP, health professional, or via North Somerset Council's Front Door.</li> <li>Effectively manage and prioritise a caseload of participants, ensuring ambitious performance targets and project objectives are met.</li> <li>To liaise and work with a range of agencies within and outside North Somerset Council, to deliver effective, intervention packages. This includes local VCSE organisations, community groups, children centres and family hubs,</li> <li>To be a positive role model and to challenge attitudes and behaviours placed on young people.</li> <li>Empower participants (and their families) to maximise the control they have over their lives through enabling them to assess their own abilities, identify goals, take charge of decisions which affect them and improve their ability to self-care. This will involve co-producing action plans and facilitating their follow-through.</li> </ul> This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role. Work Style At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated. This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way: <ul> <li>2-3 days in the office</li> <li>Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.</li> <li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li> </ul> About You We are looking for an individual who is passionate about empowering children and young people to take control of their health and wellbeing, and who possesses the following skills and experience: Essential Criteria:<ul> <li> Educated to a minimum of level 3 in relevant health, education, wellbeing or youth related qualification. </li> <li> Experience of promoting health and wellbeing in education, health care, social care, public health or a voluntary and community context. </li> <li> Passion, empathy and desire to support children and young people to lead healthier, happier lives and to motivate others to reach their full potential. </li> <li> Ability to listen to and empathise with children and young people and provide person-centred support in a non-judgemental way, respecting lifestyles and diversity and inspiring trust and confidence. </li> <li> Confidence in having difficult conversations, particularly in mental health, anxiety or self-harming behaviours and ability to use motivational interviewing. </li> <li> Experience of the change process and eliciting and maintaining changes in behaviours. </li> <li> Experience of implementing monitoring, evaluation systems and capturing the child/young person's voice. </li> <li> Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with a range of professionals and stakeholder, promoting collaborative working and finding creative solutions to community issues. </li> <li> Excellent IT skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, web research. </li> <li> Understanding of protocols and legislation regarding confidentiality and data protection. </li> <li> Ability to work independently and proactively on own initiative and to work flexibly and enthusiastically as a valued member of a team. </li> <li> Excellent organisation skills, with the ability to complete administration tasks effectively and efficiently and to organise, plan and prioritise on own initiative including when under pressure and meeting deadlines. </li> <li> Willingness to undertake any other duties commensurate with this post as well as working outside normal office hours and across multiple sites. </li> </ul> What We Offer 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>Local Government Pension</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li> </ul> Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet . How to Apply If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role. Contact Information For further information about the role, please contact Laura Brain, Supporting Families Team Leader, at laura.brain@n-somerset.gov.uk or 07386963285. Important Information As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role. Interview Date: Wednesday 29 January 2025. Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK. Equal Opportunities 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. 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.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 5:- £27,711 - £30,060 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-27T06:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-19T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/6c12eb31-969f-4c0d-ba9a-749cb9f8900a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"61d3b355-7dd1-44b2-b716-a5859f7e2397","title":"Community Facilities Assistant","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"North Somerset","locationType":3,"description":"About Us North Somerset Council provides high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community. The Role We're excited to offer an opportunity for a Community Facilities Assistant to join our Facilities Team. Based primarily at The Campus, a vibrant hub for Herons' Moor Academy, Baytree School, Locking Castle Children's Centre, and various leisure and library facilities, you will play a key role in keeping our spaces functional, safe, and welcoming. This hands-on role involves a variety of physical tasks and occasional manual handling, making it ideal for someone who enjoys an active workday. You'll work a 3 week rolling rota schedule that includes early shifts (6 am-12:30 pm), late shifts (2 pm-10 pm), and one weekend in three. As part of your duties, you'll also support other North Somerset Council sites, such as Somerset Hall in Portishead, where you will perform tasks like setting up for events, cleaning beer lines, and conducting compliance checks. Key Responsibilities: In this varied role, your daily tasks will include: <ul> <li> Facilities and Maintenance Support: Respond to staff and user queries, address building issues, and handle room setup requests. Perform small DIY repairs such as fixing cupboard doors, putting up notice boards, or reactive Health & Safety works. </li> </ul><ul> <li> Waste and Environmental Compliance: Ensure safe waste disposal in line with North Somerset Council (NSC) guidelines and ISO14001 standards. </li> </ul><ul> <li> Routine Checks and Maintenance: Conduct plant room inspections, fire alarm testing, fire extinguisher audits, and other safety checks to ensure facilities remain compliant and secure. </li> </ul><ul> <li> Contractor Management: Oversee contractors on-site, ensuring adherence to safety policies and site protocols. </li> </ul><ul> <li> Building Security and Response: Open and close the building, respond to any immediate issues, and monitor activities throughout the day using a two-way radio. </li> </ul><ul> <li> Event and Site Support: Support additional sites as needed, including setup for events and cleaning or maintenance tasks. </li> </ul> If you're a hands-on individual with a knack for solving problems and a flexible, proactive attitude, this role offers a dynamic work environment with a dedicated team and a range of responsibilities. 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. About You We're looking for someone with a positive, proactive attitude who thrives in a customer-focused environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks are essential. Experience in building maintenance or repairs is beneficial but not required—we'll support you as you learn on the job. Essential Criteria: <ul> <li> Customer service experience: You should have worked in a similar environment (schools, community buildings, etc.). </li> </ul><ul> <li> Teamwork and adaptability: You'll be working with colleagues, external contractors, and a range of community members, so flexibility and people skills are key. </li> </ul><ul> <li> Health and Safety: Basic knowledge is essential, especially regarding safe manual handling. </li> </ul><ul> <li> Driving License: A full UK driving licence is required as you will be required to use a fleet vehicle on occasions. </li> </ul> Desirable Criteria: <ul> <li> Experience in building maintenance or general repairs. </li> </ul><ul> <li> Experience working in schools or community settings. </li> </ul><ul> <li> A minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent qualification </li> </ul> What We Offer At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. 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Ashford Borough Council

Salary from £38,964 to £45,117 pa depending on skills and experience, plus 14% Shift Allowance

Ashford (On-Site)

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The Border Control facility in Ashford seeks a Technical Officer to carry out checks on imported animal products & high-risk food. Apply now!

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Principal Port Health Officer

Ashford Borough Council

Salary from £47,616 to £52,776 pa, depending on skills and experience, plus 14% Shift Allowance

Ashford (On-Site)

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Manage staff and conduct official controls on food, imports, and animal goods in a 24/7 team at a Border Control Facility in Ashford.

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Port Health Technical Officer

Ashford Borough Council

Salary from £34,692 to £37,905 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus 14% Shift Allowance

Ashford (On-Site)

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Job role in Ashford Border Control facility to conduct checks on imported animal products and ensure public health safety. Shift work available.

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Commercial Property Executive

Folkestone & Hythe District Council

£35,601 - £40,464 (Grade F) £41,567 - £47,516 (Grade G) - dependent on qualifications and experience)

Civic Centre, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone, Kent CT20 2QY (Hybrid)

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Property Executive role in Folkestone & Hythe Council managing a diverse estate, maximising revenue and delivering excellent customer service. Full-time.

Designated Social Care Officer (FTC to 30/04/2026)

Bracknell Forest Council

£57,753 - £59,808 inclusive of Essential Car User Allowance and London Weighting

Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid)

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Team Manager - Emergency Duty Service

Bracknell Forest Council

£65,822 - £68,173 inclusive of 10% Responsibility Allowance and London Weighting

EDS Bracknell (Hybrid)

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Finance Manager

CDS Co-operative

£59,504 per annum, plus the opportunity to earn a performance-related bonus

Borough, London SE1, CDS (Hybrid)

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Lead Approved Mental Health Professional

Bracknell Forest Council

£68,006 - £70,472 inclusive of 20% Responsibility Allowance and London Weighting

EDS Bracknell (Hybrid)

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Commissioning Manager - Service Improvement and Transformation

Wokingham Borough Council

£57,179 - £62,667 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Wokingham Borough Council, Shute End/Home Working (Hybrid)

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Senior Project Manager

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

PO6 £52,584 - £55,620

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Teacher of Design Technology

London Borough Of Waltham Forest

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Heathcote School & Science College, Normanton Park, Chingford, London, (On-Site)

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Principal Ecologist

North Somerset Council

Level 9:- £41,511 - £46,731 per annum

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Early Years Nursery Assistant - Ashcombe Children's Centre Nursery

North Somerset Council

Level 3: £24,790 - £25,183 per annum, pro rata (£12.85 - £13.05\/hour)

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Social Worker, North Locality - Adult Social Care and Housing

North Somerset Council

Level 7:- £34,314 - £37,035 per annum (ASYE) to Level 8:- £37,938 - £40,476 per annum (Qualified)\n

North Somerset (On-Site)

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Senior Social Worker - Children in Care Team

North Somerset Council

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Independent Scrutineer - North Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership

North Somerset Council

£600 per day, 18 days per year.

North Somerset (On-Site)

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Planning Policy Manager

North Somerset Council

Level 12:- £61,437 - £69,610 per annum

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Posted 9 hours ago

Early Years Nursery Worker (Little Waves Nursery)

North Somerset Council

Level 4:- £25,584 per annum, pro rata. (£13.26 per hour)

Weston-super-Mare (On-Site)

Posted 9 hours ago

Woodspring Children and Young People Social Prescribing Link Worker

North Somerset Council

Level 5:- £27,711 - £30,060 per annum

Various (On-Site)

Posted 9 hours ago

Community Facilities Assistant

North Somerset Council

Level 4:- £25,584 - £27,269 per annum, pro rata

North Somerset (On-Site)

Posted 9 hours ago

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