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Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is launching its first-ever Children’s Residential Home, and we’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Senior Children’s Residential Worker to help lead this pioneering service. This is a unique opportunity to be part of something new and meaningful— creating a nurturing, supportive environment where children can truly thrive.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>\n<p><br>As a Senior Children's Residential Worker, you’ll step into a role that is both exciting and rewarding. Not only will you provide exceptional care, but you’ll also play a key role in shaping a brand-new service from its very beginnings. In this leadership position, you’ll have the chance to drive innovation, helping to establish a caring home environment that meets the individual needs of young people. You’ll be instrumental in leading a dedicated team, mentoring and supporting staff to ensure the highest standards of care and safeguarding are upheld.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Beyond direct care, you’ll be involved in modernising the service, contributing to business plans, and influencing the strategic direction of the home. This role offers fantastic opportunities for personal and professional growth, with access to specialist training and ongoing development to enhance your leadership skills. Most importantly, you’ll be joining at a pivotal moment, as this is the first service of its kind in the area—offering you the rare chance to help shape and define something new, innovative, and truly transformative.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About You</strong></p>\n<p><br>We’re seeking someone who embodies our values and shares our deep commitment to making a difference in children’s lives. You’re caring, compassionate, and genuinely driven to provide the best possible outcomes for young people. With a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and leadership experience, you bring a calm, steady presence even in the most challenging situations, always putting the child’s well-being at the centre of everything you do.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You approach every challenge with optimism and see each difficulty as an opportunity to support and empower young people. Leading by example, you inspire your team to create a nurturing and safe environment where children can grow, learn, and develop independence. Your values of respect, kindness, and empathy shine through in your work, and you’re passionate about building a home where each child feels truly supported.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>\n<p><br>Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is dedicated to delivering high-quality, child-centred care that focuses on meeting each young person’s individual needs and aspirations. As a forward-thinking local authority, we’re proud to be launching our first-ever residential home for children. By joining us, you’ll be part of a passionate, supportive team, committed to creating a safe and nurturing space where children can thrive.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We also recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, along with fantastic benefits designed to help you grow and succeed:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Competitive Salary: </strong></p>\n<p>We value your experience and expertise and offer a highly competitive salary package.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Local Government Pension Scheme: </strong></p>\n<p>Enjoy peace of mind with our excellent pension benefits.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Ongoing Learning & Development: </strong></p>\n<p>Take advantage of training and development opportunities to enhance your career.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Generous Annual Leave: </strong></p>\n<p>Benefit from a substantial leave allowance to support your work-life balance.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Supportive Team Environment: </strong></p>\n<p>Work within a collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contributions.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Ready to Make a Lasting Difference?</strong></p>\n<p><br>If you’re excited by the prospect of being part of this groundbreaking new service and helping to transform the lives of children and young people, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step toward being part of something truly special—building brighter futures for children in Blaenau Gwent.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact: Josh O’Leary</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. 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Our work is summarised by our three key messages as:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>capacity building using evidence-based systemic approaches;</li>\n<li>consultation with school staff and others to ’unstick’ barriers to learning; and,</li>\n<li>working at an individual level, informed by psychological and therapeutic theories and practice.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The Service contributes to a wide range of local, regional and national initiatives, often on a multi-agency basis.</p>\n<p><em>The post will have a focus on developing and facilitating effective interventions to promote psychological wellbeing and social, emotional and behavioural development of children and young people.</em></p>\n<p>Applicants should possess an Honours degree in Psychology, recognised by the British Psychological Society.</p>\n<p>For further information or an informal discussion about the post please contact: Dr Robert Smith (Principal EP) (<a href=\"mailto:robert.smith@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk\">robert.smith@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk</a>)</p>\n<p>Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement.</p>\n<p>Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. 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Do you have the creativity and compassion to help individuals live independent, fulfilling lives? If you’re looking for a meaningful role that’s dynamic, rewarding, and focused on transforming lives, then look no further. We are calling on motivated, empathetic individuals to join our Community Options Team as a Community Support Worker. This is more than just a job—this is a chance to shape futures and build brighter communities.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p>As a Community Support Worker in the Community Options Team, you’ll be at the heart of a mission to enhance the lives of adults with disabilities who rely on our services. You will play a hands-on role in creating tailored support plans that align with each person’s unique needs, talents, and aspirations. You’ll be supporting adults to rebuild confidence, develop essential life skills, and reconnect with their community through leisure activities, education, and independent living. No two days are ever the same, as you’ll be working in a variety of settings—whether it’s helping someone gain work experience, encouraging an individual to try a new hobby, or providing personal care as outlined in their Care and Support Plan.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Your role will also involve building strong, trusting relationships with families, carers, and professionals from other agencies to create a truly collaborative approach. You’ll be the person others look to for insight and guidance at review meetings, where you’ll provide detailed, objective feedback to help shape the future care of the people you support. We know that great support is built on creativity, flexibility, and an eye for opportunity, which is why we’re seeking someone who can think outside the box and spot new ways to encourage and inspire those around them.</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You are the kind of person who lights up a room with your positive energy and passion for helping others. You believe that every person has untapped potential waiting to be unleashed, and you have the drive and patience to be the person who helps unlock it. You have strong communication skills and a natural ability to connect with people from all walks of life, building trust and confidence through kindness, respect, and professionalism.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You enjoy being part of a team, but you’re also confident enough to work independently when needed. 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Cleaning Operative

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 3 (£24,404 - £25,183 per annum, pro rata) – The grade for this post is temporary pending a service review in 2025

Ebbw Fawr Learning Community, Primary Phase, Ebbw Vale, Ebbw Fawr Learning Community 3-16 (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Family Time Worker

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 4 (£25,584- £27,711 per annum)

Family Resource Centre, Beaufort Road, Ebbw Vale, NP23 5LH (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Engineer

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 8 (£39,513 - £43,693 per annum)

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Community Options Assistant Team Manager

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 8 (£39,513 - £43,693 pro rata/per annum)

Various throughout Blaenau Gwent (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Children's Residential Worker x11

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 5 - £28,624 - £31,586 (pro rata/per annum) (Sleep In Allowance in addition)

Children's Residential Home (On-Site)

Posted 13 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Children's Residential Worker - Nights x6

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 5 - £28,624 - £31,586 (pro rata/per annum) (Night Shift Allowance in addition)

Children's Residential Home (On-Site)

Posted 13 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Senior Children's Residential Worker x3

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Grade 7 - £36,124 - £39,513 (pro rata/per annum) (Sleep In Allowances in addition) (On Call Allowances in addition)

Children's Residential Home (On-Site)

Posted 13 days ago

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Assistant Educational Psychologist

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council

Soulbury AEP 1-4 £35,228 - £39,341 p/a

Agile Working (Hybrid)

Posted 13 days ago

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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 13 days ago

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