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Through a strengths and outcome-focused strategy, we empower young individuals to develop essential life skills and lead fulfilling lives.</p>\n<p><strong>Transition Support:</strong> We go beyond the ordinary by assisting young people up to the age of 25, guiding them seamlessly into adulthood. Our workers collaborate closely with the individuals, parents, carers, and partner agencies to facilitate a smooth transition, making us pioneers in social work practice. The Senior Occupational Therapist will assist in this by working in partnership with Adult OT’s to ensure a smooth transition at 25 years of age. </p>\n<p><strong>Diverse and Supportive Environment:</strong> Join a team with a diverse skill set and wealth of experience. Our welcoming atmosphere encourages collaboration, ensuring you thrive while contributing your unique talents to our collective mission.</p>\n<p><strong>Continuous Learning:</strong> We cherish passion and commitment. 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Building Surveyor

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 8 (£39,513 - £43,693 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Team Manager - Supporting Change Team

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 11 (£52,805 – £56,085 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago

Engineer

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 8 (£39,513 - £43,693 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 10 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Senior Trading Standards Officer

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 9 (£43,693 - £47,754 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 10 days ago

Educational Psychologist

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Soulbury A 3-8 (£46525 - £56540 per annum) +SPA

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 11 days ago

Solicitor - Litigation & General Support

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 9 (£43,693 - £47,754 per annum)

Home Worker (Remote)

Posted 11 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Community Support Worker

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 5 (£28,624 – £31,586 pro rata/per annum)

Various throughout Blaenau Gwent (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Teacher

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

MPS - UPS3

Rhos y Fedwen Primary School, Rassau, Ebbw Vale (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Senior Occupational Therapist (0-25 Disability Team)

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 9 (£43,693 – £47,754 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 16 days ago

Closing in 1 day

School Clerk - Pen Y Cwm School

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 5 £27,334 – £30,296 per annum/pro rata - term time only

Pen-y-Cwm Special School, Ebbw Vale (On-Site)

Posted 30+ days ago

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