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Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow &amp; Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.<br><br><strong>Other information<br><br></strong>Support for candidates visit:<a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/support-candidates?documentId=12517&amp;categoryId=210277\" target=\"_blank\">Harrow.gov.uk</a>Our behavioural indicators roles&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23864/behavioural-indicators-below-g11\" target=\"_blank\">below G11</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/file/23865/behavioural-indicators-above-g11\" target=\"_blank\">above G11</a>Here at Harrow Council, the vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow'&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.harrow.gov.uk/jobs/jobs-harrow-council/2\" target=\"_blank\">Please click here to view Harrow Council's benefits</a><br><br><strong>Important Note<br></strong></p>\n<p>Our staff are our greatest asset and therefore no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. 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If you would like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process, or provide any information in an alternative format please contact us at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:resourcing@harrow.gov.uk\">resourcing@harrow.gov.uk</a><br></p>\n<p><strong>HARROW REDEPLOYEES WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY CONSIDERATION</strong></p>\n<p>We particularly welcome female applicants, individuals under 25 years of age, those from the Black and Multi Ethnic community, LGBTQIA+ applicants and disabled applicants, as they are under-represented within Harrow Council at this level. Appointment will always, however be made on merit.</p>\n<p>The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, any your data protection rights, can be found by visiting<a href=\"mailto:www.cifas.org.uk/fpn\" target=\"_blank\">www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.</p>","shortDescription":"<p>Legal and Governance Support Administrator Apprentice sought by Harrow Council. Excellent customer service, admin and IT skills required. 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We are pleased to open the opportunity to join the team in the role of Technical Coordinator.</p>\n<p>The role reports to the Lead Building Safety Managers. You will work in close collaboration with Assistant Building Safety Managers, Building Safety Managers, Head of Service, and Director of Building Compliance, alongside the Strategic Building Safety Team.</p>\n<p>The Technical Coordinator will provide relevant technical administrative and coordination support to the Operational Building Safety Team (for the Northwest, London and Southeast). You will be the initial point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. You will be a confident communicator and be able to deal with a wide range of internal and external people. You will be initial point of contact for Building Safety related queries, contractors and other external stakeholders and effectively resolve or refer queries following L&Q’s policies and procedures.</p>\n<p>You will support the Operational Building Safety Team with its objectives and collaborative working will be key to the success of this position. Delivering and supporting the Building Safety Managers and Assistant Building Safety Managers with the initial information gathering for creation of the Building Safety Case Reports.</p>\n<p>The Technical Coordinator will ensure any queries and actions arising from other teams, building inspections, the Building Safety Case Report process are raised and tracked appropriately and concluded in a timely manner. Ensuring H&S, regulatory & governance compliance for areas under the job holder’s control are actioned. 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This role has direct influence over L&Q’s reputation; the focus will be high quality work and on first time fix approach.   </p>\n<p>You will be confident to give advice to operatives on complex jobs and hard fixes. You will be responsible for interacting and engaging regularly, taking ownership of developing capability and ongoing professional development of the individuals in the team.</p>\n<p>You will already ideally have had experience in leading a dispersed team, and will have a proven track record in managing performance through informal and formal processes, alongside experience in managing absence and will have had past input into recruitment decisions.</p>\n<p>L&Q are a values-focused organisation, and our people managers are confident to challenge unwanted behaviours. You will always take an inclusive approach with the team you manage and will give constructive feedback that supports our values and creates a positive impact.</p>\n<p>We are focused on meeting targets, both financial and customer related. We expect our Supervisors to have a firm knowledge and be able to actively contribute to ensuring that the Direct Maintenance KPI's are met. You will be able to analyse data, predict outcomes and will give advice on how to get things back on track when needed. Good financial acumen is a must, and you will have experience managing budgets.</p>\n<p>You will be confident in managing contractors, meeting regularly with the commercial team and reporting any relevant information on performance to them.</p>\n<p>We expect our Supervisors to have a good understanding of Health and Safety, including knowledge of Asbestos and for them to pass this knowledge onto their teams. 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We work closely with our families and have effective partnerships with a range of agencies including Family Support Workers, Social Workers and Health Visitors, towards improving the outcomes for our children.<br><br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.</strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>This is a fixed term contract for 12 months, on a term-time only basis. </strong><br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br>They will be reliable and patient, whilst working under the direction of their room lead, has the confidence to use their initiative and work on their own.<br><br>They will use their knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development to support children's learning and development, whilst keeping them safe. <br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an inspirational, professional Early Years practitioner who will understand and value the importance of providing outstanding learning and care in a fun, safe environment, giving all children a positive and successful start in life. You will need to be a strong team player who can also demonstrate initiative, nurture, and joy. You will be reliable, friendly, passionate, reflective, and committed to delivering an outstanding child centred approach to Early Years in keeping with our Ashcombe ethos.<br><br>It is essential that you actively promote and support the safeguarding of children, ensuring policies and procedures are always observed.<br><br>We are looking for a practitioner who promotes our Nursery's positive values, attitudes (including British Values) and child behaviour, support children through co-regulation and encourage children to be problem solvers. Has the ability to build warm and positive relationships with children and their families and a willingness to work as part of a team.<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>A competent level of understanding in English.</li> <li>Prepared to work or be working to achieve NVQ level 2 or 3 in Early Years and Care and Education.</li> <li>Some experience of direct working with children in a Care, Early Years Education and/or Play setting.</li> <li>Understanding of Child development and the needs of young children in a childcare setting.</li> <li>Awareness of the Early Years Foundation Stage.</li> <li>An understanding of children with SEND.</li> <li>Awareness of Safeguarding/Child Protection policies and procedures.</li> <li>Awareness of OFSTED requirements.</li> <li>Occasional working in the evenings and weekends</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Paediatric First Aid.</li> <li>Food & Hygiene Certificate</li> <li>Experience working with children with special educational needs and disabilities</li> <li>Ability to provide a flexible and calm response to children and families.</li> </ul> <br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Lucy Thie, Ashcombe Nursery Manager,</strong> at <strong> lucy.thie@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong> or <strong>01934 426807</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. 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Are you looking for your next career move?</strong><br><br>Join us as Head of Asset Information, an exciting new role pivotal to delivering our Asset Management Strategy!<br><br><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE:</strong><br><br>The successful candidate will develop and apply solutions to complex datasets and asset management systems, working closely with key business stakeholders to ensure data quality standards. You will be relationship-driven, capable of managing change and improving reporting functions. Leading data integration and transformation projects, you will ensure lean and digitally enabled processes to support decision-making and spearhead initiatives for smarter data use, including data analytics from various sources.<br><br>You can be based at either one of our main offices in London or Sittingbourne with the option of hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days in the office. <br><br><strong>WHAT YOU'LL NEED:</strong><ul> <li>Experience at a comparable organisation and level of responsibilities within a regulated sector.</li> <li>Knowledgeable in configuration of larger databases, analysing complex data sets to provide clear and concise reporting with recommendations and conclusions.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; well-developed, ambassadorial, influencing, networking, promotional and negotiating skills.</li> <li>Ability to lead, motivate and manage a large team to achieve targets and provide a high standard of service.</li> <li>Able to plan, prioritise and deliver under pressure to ensure the effective use of own time and that of other staff, and the delivery of work plans to timetable.</li>\n</ul><strong> WHY JOIN US?</strong><br><br>This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and grow a talented team of data professionals and make a meaningful impact on the organisation's strategic direction through data. You will be working in a collaborative and innovative environment where data-driven solutions are valued and supported<strong>. </strong><br><br>Your wellbeing is important to us and we want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without sacrificing the other important aspects of your life. You will have various forms of support and excellent benefits such as:<ul> <li>Annual leave: 27 days + bank holidays and a day off for your birthday. The opportunity to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year.</li>\n</ul><ul> <li>Bupa Health Cash plan</li> <li>Bupa Employee Assistance Programme and anytime health line</li> <li>Pension Scheme: You can contribute up to 6% of your basic pay with Southern Housing matching up to 10%. </li> <li>Access to: 60% gym discounts through Hussle, Colleague discounts programme via Perkz, the nudge education platform, Unmind app</li> <li>Additional discounts: cycle to work, season ticket loan, kids camp</li>\n</ul>At Southern Housing, we're committed to building communities, not just homes. Our vision is to create places where everyone has a safe home, they're proud to live in. 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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. <br><br>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. <br><br><strong>About the role:</strong> <br><br>The Principal Accountant Capital provides support to the Group Accountant Capital in being financial team leading on capital accounting within the organisation. They will be responsible for:<br> <ul> <li>Supporting the production of the capital accounts and notes to the accounts; and</li> <li>providing financial information for management and decision-making in relation to the Capital Programme.</li> </ul>The post holder must be a technically capable Accountant, who can provide support to the organisation's capital decision-making and business planning. They must have sufficient technical expertise to provide financial analysis for the purposes of financial accounting, grant claims, government returns, recharges, pricing etc. They must possess the technical skills to produce accurate accounts, produce relevant notes, undertake quality checks for consistency, and make sure that the organisation is compliant with the CIPFA Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting in the United Kingdom.<br><br><strong>>></strong><a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/LBWF%20Role%20Profile%20Principal%20Accountant%20Capital%20PO6.pdf\"><strong> Click here to download the Role Profile</strong></a><strong> <<</strong> <br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> <br><br><ul> <li>Collecting, collating and analysing the information inputs required for the production and maintenance of the organisation's capital strategy, and liaising with and advising managers across the organisation to meet deadlines required for budget and reporting purposes.</li> <li>Preparing and monitoring the capital budget and ensuring that capital project budgets are in line with the approved Capital Programme and coordinating any required changes to capital budgets. </li> <li>Supporting on capital strategy including reporting to relevant boards and providing financial input to capital bids. </li> <li>Supporting on the financial evaluation of capital schemes as part of the development of relevant business cases and the preparation of the financial implications for all Cabinet approvals. </li> <li>Support in providing strategic leadership on the capital reporting process including reporting to CSAMG and Cabinet on capital including forecasts and variances to capital budgets. </li> <li>Manage and maintain the asset register and taking responsibility for asset valuations and ensuring that the process is managed effectively. </li> <li>Support on processing of year-end journals for capital. </li> <li>Lead on capital grants. </li> <li>Support the preparation of capital notes for the Statement of Accounts, including all asset related notes and IFRS16 lease notes. </li> <li>Advising on technical decisions relating to capitalisation. </li> <li>Support on implementation of technical updates to the CIPFA Code of Practice on Local Authority Accounting in the United Kingdom and other legislative and regulatory changes. </li> <li>Ensuring integrity of financial information and compliance with audit requirements. </li> <li>Assisting with the efficient and timely completion of specific tasks within the annual closing of accounts process and ensuring that information presented in the financial statements complies with the CIPFA Code of Practice and reporting standards. </li> <li>Supporting effective liaison with external and internal auditors, including the efficient filing and retention of documentation, maintaining appropriate audit trails for subsequent retrieval as and when required. </li> <li>Assisting with the production and presentation of complex and diverse financial information to members and other senior stakeholders, that informs service and corporate decision-making. </li> <li>Undertaking specialist project work of a complex nature, preparing reports, representing accountancy services on working groups (including some external groups), and providing financial management and related expertise as and when required.</li> <li>Providing support to other areas of Finance, as directed by the Group Accountant Capital or Chief Accountant.</li> <li>Acting as deputy to the Group Accountant Capital. </li> </ul><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong> <br><br><ul> <li>Fully qualified or part qualified accountant (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA)or equivalent experience</li> <li>Evidence of post-qualification continuing professional development </li> </ul><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br><br>The below terms and conditions apply to this role: <br><br><ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; </li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest; </li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check; </li> </ul>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. <br><br><strong>How to Apply:</strong> <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer:</strong> <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>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>. <br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong> <br><br>If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact <a href=\"mailto:mohammed.ahmed01@walthamforest.gov.uk\">mohammed.ahmed01@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> <br><br>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>. <br><br>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. <br><br>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":"£52,584 £55,620","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-05T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a028c384-fc0a-4fe1-a049-025561dbcf77.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cfa417d1-497b-4a43-b08f-355dcf6fffe5","title":"SEND Placement Commissioning Officer","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEND Placement Commissioning Officer to join our SEND Placement Commissioning Team. The SEND Placement Commissioning Team are responsible for:<br> <br> <ul> <li>Managing commissioning and contractual arrangements for providing SEND placements in Alternative Learning Provision (ALP) and Independent Non-Maintained Special Schools (INMSS)</li> <li>Ensuring that the educational providers we use are giving children with SEND the best experience possible and ensuring they are safe, happy, and able to learn and achieve</li> <li>Understanding and forecasting SEND need in order to inform school place planning</li> <li>Developing plans to make the most efficient use of our resources to meet SEND needs effectively in education</li> </ul> <br> <br>The team will be comprised of two members of staff: the SEND Placement Commissioning Manager, and the SEND Placement Commissioning Officer (this role).<br><br>This role will assist the SEND Placement Commissioning Manager with determining the right numbers of SEND school places, planning how these needs will be met, and providing support throughout the cycle of commissioning and monitoring placements from independent schools and alternative provision settings. The role is to assist the directorate in securing the highest quality provision within robust contractual arrangements and terms which represent excellent value for public money. This includes the provision of services provided by private and third sector providers as well as school placements for children whose needs cannot be met within the mainstream or local provision.<br><br>You will make use of rigorous contract monitoring regimes to assist with the management of the performance of contracts, and in particular outcomes for children and young people; promoting good commercial relationships where consistency in quality and value for money are established. You will work alongside colleagues in their and the SEND Teams and will also need to work in partnership with key agencies and stakeholders to assist with the co-produce and jointly commissioning of some services.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>To work with Commissioning and Procurement colleagues to help ensure contracts with providers are secure and robust</li> <li>To support with organising, preparing for, and writing reports about quality assurance visits to alternative provision settings and independent school providers, as well as supporting desktop monitoring</li> <li>To support with supplier engagement, tender evaluation, and moderation panels, as part of regular commissioning and procurement cycles for SEND placements</li> <li>To assist with the development and implementation of robust processes within the council to support individual placement agreements and negotiation prior to the placement start date</li> <li>To assist with fee negotiations and the commissioning of contracts to provide value for money</li> <li>To liaise with schools, colleges and early years settings to support appropriate placements in mainstream and SEND settings and contribute towards strategic place planning</li> <li>To gather, update and analyse data sets that support strategic place planning work</li> <li>To support with reporting at regular intervals for internal Boards and Working Groups that monitor, track and evaluate progress in SEND placements</li> <li>To effectively contribute to the development of local strategies</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. </strong><br><br><strong>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.</strong><br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about ensuring children and young people with SEND receive the highest quality education possible, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Experience of working in a contracts and commissioning function within a local government setting, or an ability to adapt approaches used in other sectors to a local government from initial scoping to evaluation of contract performance</li> <li>Some experience of working proactively with the market within a commercially sensitive environment to understanding its capacity, appetite and capability in order to attract the highest quality suppliers</li> <li>Experience of providing verbal and written reports for both lay and expert audiences to communicate progress and increase participation and ownership of commissioning activity</li> <li>Ability to critically analyse data, information and in-person observations to accurately report on commissioning performance</li> <li>Child-centred and outcomes driven approach to all commissioning activity</li> <li>Good skills in partnering and the ability to influence positive change through effective partnership</li> <li>Ability to work effectively in a local government context (legal, financial, political)</li> <li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li> <li>The ability to assimilate quickly across multiple data-sets and sources of intelligence and information</li> <li>Ability to work as part of a strong and committed team</li> <li>Ability to identify and manage risk, including financial risk</li> <li>Strong organisation and administrative skills</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programmes</li> <li>A good member of the team showing cooperation and flexibility</li> <li>A good problem solver developing solutions, with confidence in making decisions within guidelines and legislative framework</li> <li>A good understanding of the contribution the role makes to the team, service area, the directorate and the organisation as a whole and recognises how the actions of others impact on own role</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>Desirable Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Experience of engaging in a contracts and commissioning function within a school or SEND environment</li> <li>Knowledge of SEND needs in schools and the options available for pupils locally and out of the area</li> <li>Understanding of legislation and best practice around safeguarding in education</li> <li>Understanding of public sector procurement practices</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Finley Kidd, SEND Placement Commissioning Manager,</strong> at <strong> Finley.Kidd@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong>or <strong>01934 426839</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>To be confirmed.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 5:- £26,421 - £28,770 per annum","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-19T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4be05777-a04f-42d9-82a1-7d979ef3b53f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2b71cd1c-4f3d-453b-a3a7-2f2b5453601a","title":"SEND Officer","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"Weston-super-Mare","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>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.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SEND Officer to join our SEND Team, based in the Town Hall, Weston-super-Mare. The SEND Team is responsible for ensuring that the Local Authority's statutory duties towards individual children and young people with SEND are met.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <br> <ul> <li>Assess and address the needs of children and young people by developing and managing Education Health Care Plans, overseeing a complex caseload.</li> <li>Act as the main point of contact for an assigned area or caseload, offering a responsive and supportive service to children, families, schools, and service providers.</li> <li>Handle complex cases directly, contributing to service improvements within an integrated service plan.</li> <li>Provide targeted support and advice as specified in Education Health Care Plans, ensuring interventions are implemented to meet professional standards.</li> <li>Develop services related to SEND legislation, focusing on outcomes aligned with the overall service plan.</li> <li>Support tribunal and funding processes as required.</li> <li>Collaborate with SEN officers and caseworkers to enhance service standards.</li> <li>Partner with service users and agencies to deliver multi-agency services, fostering clear communication and understanding between professionals.</li> </ul> <br> <br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. </strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>Work Style</strong> <br> <br>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.<br><br>This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<br> <br><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> <br> <br> <strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><br> <br><ul> <li>\n<strong>Relevant Qualification or Experience:</strong> Degree-level vocational qualification or equivalent experience related to the service user group, providing essential knowledge for the role.</li> <li>\n<strong>Approved Professional Qualification:</strong> Relevant to the area of work, with practical experience that builds technical skills and a thorough understanding <strong>of services, legal responsibilities, and work practices.</strong>\n</li> <li>\n<strong>Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice:</strong> Familiarity with the guidelines and standards for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.</li> <li>\n<strong>Supervisory Experience:</strong> Demonstrated experience in overseeing and guiding others' work.</li> <li>\n<strong>Analytical and Decision-Making Skills:</strong> Ability to assess work processes and make improvements.</li> <li>\n<strong>Understanding of Safeguarding Protocols:</strong> Knowledge of safeguarding practices and thresholds, with the ability to investigate and address potential concerns.</li> <li>\n<strong>Effective Communication and Engagement:</strong> Ability to work collaboratively with service users and partner agencies, upholding values such as dignity and respect.</li> <li>\n<strong>Organisational Skills:</strong> Ability to manage personal workload and coordinate tasks for others to meet deadlines.</li> <li>\n<strong>Professional Boundaries:</strong> Clear understanding and respect for professional and personal boundaries.</li> <li>\n<strong>Driving Requirement: </strong>Full UK driving licence with access to a personal vehicle for work, or ability to arrange suitable travel alternatives.</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>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> <br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong>vision and values</strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the <strong>apply online</strong> button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information</strong> <br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>Dawn Hedges, Senior SEND Inclusion Officer,</strong> at <strong> dawn.hedges@n-somerset.gov.uk </strong>or <strong>Mandy Plumridge, SEND Manager</strong>, at <strong> mandy.plumridge@n-somerset.gov.uk .</strong><br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.<br><br><strong>Anticipated Interview Date: </strong>Tuesday 3 rd December 2024.<br><br><strong>Please note: </strong>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 7:- £34,314 - £37,035 per annum, pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-26T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d29fb933-390e-48cd-a298-d5d1b7bcd0ff.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8c63dbca-da6f-4ebe-bdc7-e747a44f0efe","title":"Senior Electrician","employer":"Southern Housing","department":"","location":"Bow","locationType":3,"description":"*Internal job title - Electrical Lead Technician<br><br>We have an exciting opportunity for someone to lead a team of Electricians within our Direct Repairs team across East London and Essex, ensuring Southern Housing provides a comprehensive, efficient and responsive property repairs service.<br><br>The primary focus is to provide a high-quality responsive maintenance service to all residents, internal colleagues, and our partners. You will achieve this by managing your own time and that of your direct reports, in a productive, efficient and value for money way as to ensure that all KPI's are met; co-ordinating within the team to ensure that all works are completed with a 'can do, first time fix' ethos; execute all works to a high quality, and as detailed within the initial works' orders; whilst providing excellent Customer Satisfaction through detailed, regular, and accurate communication, on time, within contractual obligations. A company van will be provided for work purposes.<br><br><strong>What you'll have</strong><ul> <li>A proven track record of successfully working within or managing a Direct Labour Service, where customer satisfaction is at the heart of service delivery - at least two years' experience.</li> <li>Experience in a range of repairs and maintenance work.</li> <li>The following recognised trade qualifications: <ul> <li>Part 1 & 2 City and Guilds for electrical installation.</li> <li>City & Guilds 18th Edition, Amendment 2: BS7671.</li> <li>City & Guilds 2391 testing and inspection.</li> <li>Formal technical qualification in electrical engineering.</li> </ul> </li> <li>A thorough working knowledge of all the statutory and regulatory rules and / or codes of practice that underpin the delivery of an efficient and effective property related direct labour service.</li> <li>Excellent knowledge of the requirements of the Health and Safety Act, and any other relevant legislation and / or regulatory requirements.</li> <li>A full UK driving licence is essential.</li>\n</ul><strong>In your supporting statement, please address how you meet the above criteria providing examples.</strong><br><br><strong>Advert closing date: 3rd December 2024 at 23:59 (We may close the advert early if we receive a suitable number of applications).</strong>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,000","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-03T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/af976109-f41a-4c6b-9a71-7a358cc5b899.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"379b23df-25b3-4749-b68e-7884c0788497","title":"Maingrade Educational Psychologist","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b><br><br> <strong>Organisation</strong>: London Borough of Waltham Forest<br><br><strong>Salary: </strong>£46,525 - £61,848<br> <br><strong>Retention Bonus/ Market Supplement: </strong> Recruitment and Retention bonus of £2000 paid annually in June and December. <br> <br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full Time / Permanent<br> <br><strong>Working hours per week: </strong>36<br> <br><strong>Weeks per year:</strong> 52<br> <br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> 18th October 2024 <br><br><strong>Proposed Interview Date(s): </strong>30th October 2024 (TBC)<br><br><strong>Reference:</strong>1453<br><br><strong>About Us:</strong> <br><br>Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br> <br><strong>The Council's preference is for online application. However, if you have a disability and are unable to complete an online application, please email </strong><a href=\"mailto:recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk\"><strong>recruitment@walthamforest.gov.uk</strong></a><strong> so we can arrange an alternative application method.</strong><br><br><strong>About the role:</strong> <br> <br><strong>3 Maingrade Educational Psychologists - Permanent, Full-time (36hrs) and Part time applications are equally welcomed.</strong><br> <br>We are looking for creative and enthusiastic Educational Psychologists to become members of our friendly and supportive team. Our service encourages collaborative and flexible working, whilst being committed to developing EPs professional skills. Waltham Forest EPS encourages the use of positive and evidence-based psychology to support children and families in a diverse borough while prioritising professional wellbeing.<br> <br>This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team who:<br> <ul> <li>Value ongoing team and peer supervision.</li> <li>Have varied opportunities (project work, ELSA, Cygnet, Alternative Provisions, 16+ settings, YOT, LAC, Early Years, training, school commissioned work and statutory work).</li> <li>Value EP interests and professional autonomy.</li> <li>Provide quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD).</li> <li>Is part of a successful traded business unit within the Local Authority.</li> </ul>The London Borough of Waltham Forest offers permanent staff a recruitment and retention bonus of £2000 paid annually in June and December. New recruits (permanent posts) joining us will receive £1000 on commencement and £1000 on successful completion of the first 12 months (pro rata).<br> <br>Waltham Forest is in the top 20 most diverse areas in the country. Waltham Forest is an ambitious and supportive borough where educational standards across the majority of indicators are above national average and most schools are judged good or better by Ofsted. <br> <br>Waltham Forest enjoys very good transport links by Underground, Overground, bus, bike and car (with free parking and access to E-car schemes).<br> <br>The Educational Psychology Service offices are co-located within spacious and bright accommodation in a primary school.<br> <br>We are looking for Educational Psychologists to join our team who:<ul> <li>Are excellent practitioners with good communication, interpersonal, organisation and time management skills.</li> <li>Are reliable, flexible and able to show initiative.</li> <li>Are committed to a consultation model of service delivery and understand the issues of working within a traded environment.</li> <li>Have a sound knowledge of evidenced based interventions.</li> </ul><br><a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/EducationalPsychologistA38.pdf\"><strong>>> Click here to download the Role Profile <<</strong></a> <br><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong> <br><br>To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements: <br><br><ul> <li>Have professional Educational Psychology qualifications recognised by the BPS</li> <li>Have HCPC registration. </li> <li>This post is subject to a DBS check.</li> </ul><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br><br>The below terms and conditions apply to this role: <br><br><ul> <li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults</li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check</li> <li>Continued professional body registration</li> <li>Satisfactory employment references checks</li> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks</li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest </li> <li>As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any 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. </li> </ul><br><strong>How to Apply:</strong> <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer:</strong> <br><br>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. <br> <br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>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>. <br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong> <br><br>If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Leonie Thomas, Principal Educational Psychologist] at Leonie.Thomas@walthamforest.gov.uk or 07870 220206. <br><br>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>. <br><br>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":"£46,525 - £61,848","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-18T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/36f77767-8dcb-422e-9127-ae0dc04d6946.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a801eea2-0047-40a6-b7ed-dbf408c3a02d","title":"Lecturer","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b><br><br> <strong>Organisation</strong>: London Borough of Waltham Forest<br><br><strong>Salary:</strong> equivalent hourly rate £26.75- £36.36 (pro rata salary £25,295- £34,384 including London Allowance<br>two positions available<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Part-time, Permanent<br><strong>Working hours per week: </strong>minimum 6hr<br> <br><strong>Weeks per year:</strong> 52<br> <br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> 06/12/24<br> <br><strong>Proposed Interview Date(s): </strong>12/12/24<br><br><strong>Reference:</strong>1515<br><br><strong>About Us:</strong> <br> <br>Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. <br> <br>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. <br> <br> 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. <br> <br><strong>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. </strong><br><br><strong>About the role:</strong> <br> <br>Are you an enthusiastic and innovative lecturer passionate about adult education? Waltham Forest Adult Learning Service, rated \"Good\" by OFSTED, is expanding to include two dynamic Lecturers in <strong>Creative, Textiles and Horticulture </strong>to help us achieve our \"Outstanding\" goal.<br><br><strong>What We Offer:</strong><br> <ul> <li>\n<strong>Supportive Team:</strong> Collaborate in an environment that values high standards and inclusivity.</li> <li>\n<strong>Meaningful Impact:</strong> Empower diverse learners to achieve their goals and develop essential skills.</li> <li>\n<strong>Career Growth:</strong> Access pathways to enhance your teaching practice and contribute to excellence.</li> </ul><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br> <ul> <li>\n<strong>Course Delivery:</strong> Plan and deliver courses that inspire learners from varied backgrounds.</li> <li>\n<strong>Inclusive Focus:</strong> Promote equal opportunities and foster a supportive environment for all learners.</li> <li>\n<strong>Team Collaboration:</strong> Contribute to a team committed to educational excellence.</li> <li>\n<strong>Quality Assurance:</strong> Ensure sessions meet high standards and comply with Ofsted requirements.</li> <li>\n<strong>Innovative Teaching:</strong> Create quality materials that enhance participation.</li> <li>\n<strong>Innovative Teaching:</strong> Create quality materials that enhance participation.</li> <li>\n<strong>Learner Support:</strong> Track and assess progress, providing feedback and maintaining accurate records.</li> </ul><br><strong>Learner Support:</strong> <br> <br>If you're committed to educational excellence and are ready to make a difference, apply today to join our dedicated team!<br><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong><br> <ul> <li>Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.</li> <li>Either hold or be working towards an introductory Level 3 post-16 teaching qualification.</li> <li>Possess or be pursuing an internal quality assurer award or equivalent.</li> </ul><br><a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/Role%20profile%20-%20Lecturer%201.pdf\"><strong>> Click here to download the Role Profile <</strong></a><br><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br> <br>The below terms and conditions apply to this role:<ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references </li> <li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults; </li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check</li> </ul>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. <br><br><strong>How to Apply:</strong> <br> <br>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. <br> <br>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. <br><br><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer:</strong> <br> <br>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. <br> <br>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. <br> <br>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. <br> <br>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>. <br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong> <br> <br>If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Sharon Tassell at <a href=\"mailto:Sharon.Tassell@walthamforest.gov.uk\">Sharon.Tassell@walthamforest.gov.uk</a> <br> <br> 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>. <br> <br> 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":"GBP 26.75 - 36.36 per hour;GBP 25,295.00 - 34,384.00 per year","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-06T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dc034757-888d-41d3-aa48-a507e5ac44fd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f0135b37-87a6-405c-9e42-247acd619462","title":"Maingrade Education Psychologist","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b><br><br> <strong>Organisation</strong>: London Borough of Waltham Forest<br><br><strong>Salary: </strong>£46,525 - £61,848<br> <br><strong>Retention Bonus/ Market Supplement: </strong> Recruitment and Retention bonus of £2000 paid annually in June and December. <br> <br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full Time / Permanent<br> <br><strong>Working hours per week: </strong>36<br> <br><strong>Weeks per year:</strong> 52<br> <br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> TBC<br><br><strong>Proposed Interview Date(s): </strong>TBC<br><br><strong>Reference:</strong>1230<br><br><strong>About Us:</strong> <br><br>Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br><strong>About the role:</strong> <br> <br><strong>2 Maingrade Educational Psychologists - Permanent, Full-time (36hrs) and Part time applications are equally welcomed.</strong><br> <br><strong>1 Maingrade Educational Psychologist - (Maternity cover) Full-time (36hrs) Fixed Term contract, Part time applications are equally welcomed.</strong><br> <br>We are looking for creative and enthusiastic Educational Psychologists to become members of our friendly and supportive team. Our service encourages collaborative and flexible working, whilst being committed to developing EPs professional skills. Waltham Forest EPS encourages the use of positive and evidence-based psychology to support children and families in a diverse borough while prioritising professional wellbeing.<br> <br>This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team who:<br> <ul> <li>Value ongoing team and peer supervision.</li> <li>Have varied opportunities (project work, ELSA, Cygnet, Alternative Provisions, 16+ settings, YOT, LAC, Early Years, training, school commissioned work and statutory work).</li> <li>Value EP interests and professional autonomy.</li> <li>Provide quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD).</li> <li>Is part of a successful traded business unit within the Local Authority.</li> </ul>The London Borough of Waltham Forest offers permanent staff a recruitment and retention bonus of £2000 paid annually in June and December. New recruits (permanent posts) joining us will receive £1000 on commencement and £1000 on successful completion of the first 12 months (pro rata).<br> <br>Waltham Forest is in the top 20 most diverse areas in the country. Waltham Forest is an ambitious and supportive borough where educational standards across the majority of indicators are above national average and most schools are judged good or better by Ofsted. <br> <br>Waltham Forest enjoys very good transport links by Underground, Overground, bus, bike and car (with free parking and access to E-car schemes).<br> <br>The Educational Psychology Service offices are co-located within spacious and bright accommodation in a primary school.<br> <br>We are looking for Educational Psychologists to join our team who:<ul> <li>Are excellent practitioners with good communication, interpersonal, organisation and time management skills.</li> <li>Are reliable, flexible and able to show initiative.</li> <li>Are committed to a consultation model of service delivery and understand the issues of working within a traded environment.</li> <li>Have a sound knowledge of evidenced based interventions.</li> </ul><br><a href=\"https://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/EducationalPsychologistA38.pdf\"><strong>>> Click here to download the Role Profile <<</strong></a> <br><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong> <br><br>To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements: <br><br><ul> <li>Have professional Educational Psychology qualifications recognised by the BPS</li> <li>have HCPC registration. </li> <li>This post is subject to a DBS check.</li> </ul><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br><br>The below terms and conditions apply to this role: <br><br><ul> <li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults; </li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check; </li> <li>Continued professional body registration; </li> </ul><br><strong>How to Apply:</strong> <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer:</strong> <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>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>. <br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong> <br><br>If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Leonie Thomas, Principal Educational Psychologist] at Leonie.Thomas@walthamforest.gov.uk or 07870 220206. <br><br>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>. <br><br>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. <br><br>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":"£46,525 - £61,848","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-12-18T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/cb1269a2-4863-4341-b3bd-b2162995e177.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"93b3efb3-7620-48dd-938f-21b2f75a34ab","title":"Multi Trade Technician","employer":"Southern Housing","department":"","location":"Croydon","locationType":3,"description":"Do you have a proven track record of carrying out repairs and maintenance works? Then this may just be the perfect role for you! We're looking to bring on board <strong>Multi Trade Technicians</strong>, who thrive in a challenging, fast paced environment. The role will be based across London, and you will be provided with a company van for work purposes.<br><br>You'll be an essential member of the Direct Repairs department providing a comprehensive, efficient, and responsive property service delivery. You'll successfully deliver the works required to a high quality, and as detailed within the order, to maximise first time fix criteria, appointment objectives, enhance resident satisfaction, with efficient working practices.<br><br><strong>What you'll have</strong><ul> <li>A proven track record of working in a Housing/Maintenance/Construction industry.</li> <li>You'll possess the relevant trade qualification and/or experience in relation to building maintenance & repairs.</li> <li>You'll have a thorough understanding and commitment to ensure that all relevant health and safety statutory obligations and methods of good practice are effectively incorporated within all operations.</li> <li>A valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel between sites and offices across London.</li>\n</ul><strong>In your supporting statement, please address how you meet each of the above criteria providing real examples.</strong><br><br><strong>Advert closing date: 1st December 2024 at 23:59</strong><br><br><strong>Please note, we'll be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis. 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You'll be responsible for providing a full range of administrative and support services to facilitate the effective and efficient operation of the team and department.<br><br>Some of your main duties will include:<ul> <li>Booking appointments and co-ordinating these with residents, contractors, and other stakeholders.</li> <li>Raising jobs across a wide range of systems.</li> <li>Providing administrative support for meetings e.g., booking rooms, sending out invites, producing agendas, taking minutes, producing action trackers, etc.</li> <li>Monitoring compliance email inboxes and responding with prompt and accurate information.</li>\n</ul>This role is being offered on a permanent full-time contract, working 2-3 days from our Croydon office and the remaining days from home.<br><br><strong>What you'll have</strong><ul> <li>Experience within an administrative role.</li> <li>Strong Computer skills sufficient to operate data systems and other software packages to effectively manage compliance streams.</li> <li>You'll be able work under pressure, manage workloads and prioritise your tasks.</li> <li>You'll have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with a fine eye for detail.</li>\n</ul><strong>In your supporting statement, it is important that you address how you meet each of the above criteria providing real examples.</strong><br><br><strong>Advert closing date: 24th November 2024 at 23:59<br>Shortlisting: 25th November 2024</strong><br><br><strong>Interview date: Week Commencing 2nd December 2024</strong><br><br><strong>We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a suitable number of applications.</strong>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,032","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-24T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/79ef25fc-8594-4c59-828f-7d924a427e98.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7552e6a9-b92f-469b-9528-6ce90235487e","title":"Scheduler","employer":"Southern Housing","department":"","location":"Maidstone","locationType":3,"description":"This is a unique opportunity for someone who is willing to act as the key leader for specific patches within the Scheduling Diary.<br><br>As the Scheduler, you will oversee the maintenance scheduling diary , you will work with the Property Administration and Customer Services Team to ensure repairs are diagnosed and scheduled correctly.<br><br>You will be the first point of contact for scheduling enquiries and you will be liaising directly with all internal and external customers to solve problems using standard procedures in a timely, efficient and effective manner. This is an office based role working 5 days a week.<br><br><strong>This role is a full time contract until 31/10/2025.</strong><br><br><strong>What you'll need</strong><ul> <li>Qualified to GCSE/O'Level standard or similar.</li> <li>Experience of scheduling work in a maintenance environment and can demonstrate.</li> <li>Experience of delivering a front line, customer focussed service.</li> <li>Experience of working in a housing management or maintenance environment.</li> <li>Experience of working on an inner city, multi-cultural environment and working closely with tenants</li>\n</ul><strong>In your supporting statement, it is important that you address how you meet each of the above criteria providing real examples.</strong><br><br><strong>Closing Date: 22nd November 2024 at 23:59</strong>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£29,033","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-22T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/07766f40-cb24-432b-847f-7a9bb96f5791.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"96feea46-f9ba-4b6a-abed-ec8f366e7a23","title":"Family Support Worker","employer":"North Somerset Council","department":"","location":"North Somerset","locationType":3,"description":"<strong>About Us</strong> <br> <br>North Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.<br><br>North Somerset's Children, Young People and Family Services are looking for a Family Support Worker who is a motivated and professional team member to support to develop and deliver services in North Somerset. Working alongside Social Workers, you will work intensively with vulnerable children and young people and their families to support and enabling positive change in a variety of ways.<br><br><strong>The Role</strong> <br> <br>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Support Worker to join our Family Support & Safeguarding Team. <br><br>In this role, you will take the lead role for the family and work with them to ensure they have the skills to manage their difficulties.<br> <br>The persistence and assertiveness of the key worker is critical to keeping families engaged and following agreed steps. Family Support workers also deliver direct support to children and parents to develop parenting and life skills, self-confidence, motivation and set family and individual goals.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><ul> <li>Carry out the duties and responsibilities under a range of legislation including the Children Act 1989 and 2004, Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2010 and the Care Quality Commission (Registration) Regulations 2009 and Working Together to safeguard children.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Build effective and purposeful relationships with parents, children and young people using a strength-based approach to help, motivate and encourage behaviour change that is underpinned by a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Work in partnership with other agencies and social workers to assess and plan appropriate support, regularly reviewing family's interrelated strengths, resources, needs and risks using a Signs of Safety and a trauma informed approach.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Provide community-based support and opportunities for children, young people and their families. Supporting children to live within their family wherever possible. Refer or signpost parents, to other services (generic and specialist) with consent where appropriate.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Work as outlined in the plan for the child, young person or family (Early Help, Children in Need, Child Protection, Children Looked After, multi-agency panels) Agree with families and other agencies the aims and the purpose of your involvement, setting out, clear outcomes and improvements expected from the intervention</li> </ul><br> <br><strong>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.</strong><br><br>Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.<br><br><strong>About You</strong> <br> <br>We are looking for an individual who possesses the following skills and experience:<br><br><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong><ul> <li>Experience of practical aspects of childcare, domestic routines, health and hygiene.</li> <li>Proven experience of working directly with children and families in difficult situations.</li> <li>Some experience of acting as a lead professional or key worker for a child or family.</li> <li>Experience of working with adults (group work with adults would be desirable).</li> <li>Experience of using IT systems (email, word processing & spreadsheet).</li> </ul><br> <br> <strong>What We Offer</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.<br><br>We offer:<ul> <li>Competitive salary and benefits</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements</li> <li>Opportunities for professional development</li> <li>Staff groups</li> <li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li> <li>Dedicated Wellbeing Team</li> <li>Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes</li> </ul><br> <br>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <strong>Benefits booklet</strong> .<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong> <br> <br>If you share our <strong> vision and values </strong> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.<br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br> <br>For further information about the role, please contact <strong>S</strong><strong>arah Lewis, Team Manager</strong> on <strong>07385 963928</strong>.<br><br><strong>Important Information</strong> <br> <br><strong>Interview Date: </strong>Tuesday 10 December 2024.<br><br>We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.<br><br><strong>Equal Opportunities</strong> <br> <br>At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. <br><br>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br>As a <strong>Disability Confident Leader</strong>, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 6:- £31,067 - £33,366 per annum, pro rata","publishDate":"2024-11-18T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2024-11-22T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/d6ed525f-2fc6-47ac-9c2e-f39f67784108.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a8403ede-27a6-4f16-a995-d2757c426916","title":"Social Worker","employer":"London Borough Of Waltham Forest","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b><br><br> <strong>Organisation</strong>: London Borough of Waltham Forest<br><br><strong>Salary: £</strong>36,567.00 - 46,041.00<br> <br><strong>Retention Bonus/ Market Supplement: </strong>Up to £3,000<br> <br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full-time/Permanent<br> <br><strong>Working hours per week: </strong>36<br> <br><strong>Weeks per year: </strong>52<br> <br><strong>Application Deadline:</strong> Until further notice <br><br><strong>Proposed Interview Date(s): To be confirmed</strong><br><br><strong>Reference:</strong>1033<br><br><strong>About Us:</strong> <br><br>Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br><strong>About the role:</strong> <br><br>Waltham Forest's Children's Service has big ambitions for the future - and is a place where you can realise yours.<br><br>If you are a dedicated and creative Social Worker who has completed the ASYE programme and looking to make your mark, develop your career and improve the lives of Looked After Children, our forward-thinking People's Directorate should be your next career destination.<br><br>We are a supportive, challenging, and inspirational service, striving towards the shared purpose of achieving independence, choice and the best outcomes for our children, young people, and their families. Join us and you will help us to become a centre of excellence and best practice. In return for your hard work, we will give you the time and active support you need to make a difference. Promoting creativity is at the heart of our agenda to develop Social Work; you will be encouraged to share ideas, bring about positive change, and strive to continuously improve outcomes for our vulnerable children and young people.<br><br>We're seeking dedicated, qualified and experienced Social Workers to join our Looked After Children teams. LBWF offers a retention bonus of £3,000, which is paid annually i.e. £1,500 paid in the salary for June and December. This bonus is subject to conditions. <br><br><a href=\"http://fs-filestore-eu.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/Waltham_Forest/Role%20Profiles/ChildrensSocialWorker.pdf\"><strong>>> Click here to download the Role Profile <<</strong></a> <br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> <br><br>To support children and young people who are looked after.<br> <ul> <li>To formulate, prepare and implement Care Plans and Pathway Plans</li> <li>To manage a caseload including those in care proceedings, attend Court, prepare court statements and care plans and represent the Local Authority</li> <li>To prepare and present a range of reports, including reports for Court, Child Care Reviews, Professional and Planning meetings</li> <li>Complete assessments for children, young people and their families</li> <li>Involve children, young people, their families and other professionals in meetings and support them with decision making</li> <li>To have knowledge of services relevant to individuals, families, carers, groups and communities</li> <li>To work with children, young people and their families where reunification is the plan</li> <li>Conduct assessments of Children and young people's circumstances and issues to determine intervention / referral to the appropriate service.</li> <li>Plan and implement interventions and actions for allocated cases. Monitor and review cases. Assess in more complex cases, with guidance.</li> <li>Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and partner agencies supporting children and young people.</li> <li>Liaise internally and externally and work with colleagues from other agencies to ensure Children, young people and carers are supported</li> <li>Proactively develop professional knowledge, skills and behaviours.</li> <li>Supports colleagues in the team. </li> <li>Act in accordance with all policies and procedures which apply to the job and understand the reasons for this.</li> </ul><br><strong>Qualifications and Requirements:</strong> <br><br>To be considered for this position, you should meet the following requirements: <br><br><ul> <li>Proven social work experience /placement in a Children & Families setting/ minimum of one year's post qualifying experience</li> <li>Demonstrable knowledge and experience of issues relating to children in need, child protection and looked after children, including relevant legislation, guidance & procedures</li> <li>Experience of service delivery which is culturally sensitive and responsive to the needs of a multi-cultural community</li> <li>Ability to work as a team member</li> <li>Ability to work under regular supervision from a line manager</li> <li>Ability to work effectively under pressure</li> <li>Ability to prioritise work</li> <li>Ability to ensure Performance Indicators relating to service areas are met</li> <li>Ability to participate in change effectively</li> <li>Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing, and to follow through required actions</li> <li>Commitment to the participation of children, young people and their families both at an individual and service level</li> <li>Able to work flexible or unsocial hours at short notice.</li> <li>Detailed working knowledge of the Children Acts 1989 and 2004 and other relevant legislation, procedures and guidance relating to children and families</li> <li>Awareness of current issues in child care policy and practice</li> <li>Commitment to the Council's Equal Opportunities Policy and Acceptance of their responsibility for its practical application.</li> <li>To understand and comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.</li> </ul><br><strong>Terms and conditions:</strong> <br> <br>The below terms and conditions apply to this role: <br><br><ul> <li>Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks; </li> <li>Satisfactory declaration of interest; </li> <li>This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults; </li> <li>Satisfactory DBS check; </li> <li>Continued professional body registration; </li> </ul><br>This post is politically restricted therefore the post holder is disqualified from undertaking certain political activities under the Local Government Officers (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990. <br> <br>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. <br><br><strong>How to Apply:</strong> <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer:</strong> <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>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. <br><br>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>. <br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong> <br><br>If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Lisa Watson Team Manager at Lisa.Watson@walthamforest.gov.uk. <br> <br>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>. <br><br>The Council's preference is for online application. 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Legal and Governance Support Administrator Apprentice sought by Harrow Council. Excellent customer service, admin and IT skills required. Full-time permanent.

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