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Starting after Easter 2025 or earlier if possible.  1-year temporary contract initially. </strong></p>\n<p><strong>MPS M1 – M6</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The Headteacher and Governors of Grange Community Nursery and Primary School wish to appoint two inspirational and enthusiastic class teachers who have the drive, vision, energy and commitment to join their hardworking and passionate team. We welcome applications from ECTs and more experienced teachers. One post will be to teach in KS1 and one to teach in KS2.  </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint an individual who:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Is an excellent classroom practitioner who values all children;</li>\n<li>Has knowledge and understanding of what constitutes excellent provision and outcomes for pupils;</li>\n<li>Has comprehensive knowledge of the curriculum;</li>\n<li>Demonstrates high expectations of individual achievement and behaviour;</li>\n<li>Is creative and enthusiastic;</li>\n<li>Has good organisational and interpersonal skills;</li>\n<li>Has flair, talent and initiative;</li>\n<li>Demonstrates a commitment to raising standards;</li>\n<li>Is able to work in close partnership with the whole Trust community.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The successful applicant will benefit from:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Support, inspiration, passion, creativity and the chance to make a real difference to children’s lifelong learning;</li>\n<li>The privilege of engaging with children who enjoy school and rise to the challenges it provides;</li>\n<li>A supportive, dedicated team and a happy working environment;</li>\n<li>The opportunity to further develop their skills through a bespoke career pathway available working for Weaver Trust.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you have the skills, energy and enthusiasm to successfully do this job we would be delighted to hear from you.  A full training package will be on offer to the successful candidate. We would like to hear from ambitious people who are keen to make a difference to children’s lives. This is a great opportunity for someone to start, or develop, their career in the education profession, in a school where staff are incredibly valued.     </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please complete an application form and provide a supporting statement outlining your interest, expressing how you feel you could contribute further to meet the needs of our pupils, on no more than 1 side of A4.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please send your application FAO our Headteacher, Miss Sara Albiston to <a href=\"mailto:head@grange-pri.cheshire.sch.uk\">head@grange-pri.cheshire.sch.uk</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Tours around the school will be held on: Wednesday 12<sup>th</sup> February at 4.00pm or Thursday 27<sup>th</sup> February at 1.30pm</p>\n<p>Closing date: 12.00pm at Friday 7<sup>th</sup> March 2025.</p>\n<p><em>Our school community places the highest priority on keeping our children safe. 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You will work closely with our partner agencies to deliver high quality care and support to our children and young people.</p>\n<p>The team works closely alongside the care leaving service with the Personal Advisors, Independent reviewing managers and outreach workers.</p>\n<p>The team specialises in conducting brief enquiries and age assessments where necessary for those children seeking asylum and age assessment training so experience within this area is desirable not essential, as age assessment training is provided to all social workers within the team.</p>\n<p>The team focus on those older adolescent children who need specific support in preparing them for independence when they turn 18 years of age and transfer from a Social Worker to a Personal Advisor.</p>\n<p>Young people transfer from frontline teams at the point of a permanency plan being agreed either within court or via section 20 Southwark judgement for homeless 16/17 year olds alongside unaccompanied asylum seeking children and transferring from within the service from the Children in Care wider team already with a plan of permanency.</p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer:</strong></p>\n<p>Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li>\n<li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li>\n<li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Investment in your personal development</li>\n<li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li>\n<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>\n<li>Car leasing schemes</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p>\n<p>Here at Halton we are committed to supporting Social Workers to achieve their aspirations and you will have real opportunities for further promotion and training, as the Council is keen to develop advanced practitioners and also future leaders.</p>\n<p>Halton offer a nurturing ASYE programme for newly qualified workers through our Social Work Academy. 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Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. </p>\n<p>Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.</p>\n<p>We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. </p>\n<p><em><strong>Our Team:</strong></em></p>\n<p>The Virtual School team includes our incredible PEP leads, as well as our excellent Education to Employment Advisor, Safeguarding Children in Education Officer and those involved in the wider duties of the VS.  The Virtual School works closely with our EP team, social care and health colleagues and of course the amazing Designated Teachers in all of our schools!</p>\n<p><br><em><strong>Your Contributions:</strong></em></p>\n<p>Striving for the best possible educational outcomes for Children in Care and other children under its charge, you will become the strategic lead of the Virtual School; working collaboratively with our school leaders, social workers and other key stakeholders across Halton to provide a joined-up approach to delivering this aim. You will oversee Halton's statutory duties of the Virtual School, as well as having strategic responsibility for safeguarding in education in Halton. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>As a champion for our children, you will demonstrate your experience of working with Children in Care, Care Leavers and children who have been previously Looked After, as well as QTS and senior leadership experience in improving outcomes for children and young people in an education or local authority setting. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em><strong>Our Offer:</strong></em></p>\n<p>Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<br>•    A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service<br>•    Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions<br>•    3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme<br>•    Investment in your personal development <br>•    Free Car Parking at HBC sites <br>•    Flexible working arrangements <br>•    Car leasing schemes</p>\n<p>•    Car User Allowance</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>As this role may involve regular travel across the borough and sometimes further afield, a driving license and access to a vehicle are essential requirements.  Where appropriate, reasonable adjustments will be made in accordance with the provisions of the Equality Act.</p>\n<p><br><em><strong>Next Steps:</strong></em></p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Ben Holmes, Director of Education, Inclusion & Provision, on 0151 511 7817. </p>\n<p>Interviews will take place on 12th March 2025. <span><strong>Please note that, in line with Safer Recruitment, references will be requested prior to interview. </strong></span></p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – resourcing@halton.gov.uk</p>\n<p>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. </p>\n<p>We look forward to receiving your application!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£65,794 to £69,586 per annum","publishDate":"2025-02-03T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-23T23:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c76802cd-2d86-411a-9037-f3a8c746c873.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"04e76d32-d045-4320-b723-353817ec7d16","title":"Teaching Assistant","employer":"Cheshire East Council","department":"Middlewich Primary School","location":"Park Road, Middlewich","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Teaching Assistant – AAAD5024  </p>\n<p>Temporary maternity cover to 31.12.2025   32.5 hours per week</p>\n<p>Grade 5 - £25584.00 pro rata per annum</p>\n<p>Primary School – Middlewich Primary School, Middlewich</p>\n<p>The headteacher and governors of Middlewich Primary School are looking for a suitable candidate to join our team of teaching assistants to start from the 22<sup>nd</sup> April 2025 on a temporary maternity contract to 31<sup>st</sup> December 2025. The hours for the job are 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will be highly committed to working closely with class teachers to ensure our pupils achieve their very best. They will be a positive and enthusiastic induvial who shows care and warmth. They will have excellent communication skills and be flexible in their approach.</p>\n<p>Our school places the highest priority on keeping pupils safe and applicants for the post will be subject to stringent vetting procedures. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check prior to commencing the role.</p>\n<p>If you would like to discuss to role further, please contact Mrs Bev Stephens, School Business Manager on 01606 652321.</p>\n<p>Closing Date – Friday 7<sup>th</sup> March, 12 noon</p>\n<p>Interviews will be held on Tuesday 18<sup>th</sup> March</p>\n<p>Completed applications should be returned to the Headteacher, Mrs Gemma Reynolds, Middlewich Primary School, Park Road, Middlewich, CW10 9BS or via e-mail to <a href=\"mailto:admin@middlewichpri.cheshire.sch.uk\">admin@middlewichpri.cheshire.sch.uk</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,000 - £29,999","publishDate":"2025-01-31T14:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-03-07T12:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/80a9c5d5-f00e-42ca-b85c-7cd363295b34.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dea92385-bca3-462e-8a77-d50f680b298d","title":"Recruitment & Resourcing Officer","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Our Story:</strong></p>\n<p>Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.</p>\n<p>Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services</p>\n<p><strong>We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘<em>our colleagues’</em>.</strong> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Team:</strong></p>\n<p>We are seeking highly motivated and suitably skilled Recruitment and Resourcing<strong> </strong>Officers to join our friendly and supportive team. The team includes a Service Manager, Team Leader and Recruitment & Resourcing Officers who are supported by a Resourcing Assistant, as well as an Agency Contracts Manager who we work closely alongside to provide guidance on the most appropriate resourcing need.</p>\n<p>Work is underway to implement a new Applicant Tracking System (ATS) as we continue to improve our recruitment processes, increase our advertising channels, and improve our employee offering. We’ve been significantly involved in the Council’s ongoing Transformation Programme and continue to input into that ongoing work.</p>\n<p>This is an excellent opportunity for you to develop your career in a supportive and team orientated environment and contribute to Reimaging Halton!</p>\n<p>The roles:</p>\n<p>Recruitment and Resourcing Officer – 37 hour (Monday to Friday)</p>\n<p>Recruitment and Resourcing Officer – 18.5 hour (Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday AM)</p>\n<p><strong>Your Contributions:</strong></p>\n<p>As one of our Recruitment and Resourcing Officers, you will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Advise on resourcing needs including advertisements and selection methods, prepare recruitment documentation, carry out pre-appointment checks, process DBS checks, respond to queries on T&Cs of employment, and issue contracts.  </li>\n<li>Demonstrate competency in the use of electronic document management systems.</li>\n<li>Be experienced working in an administrative environment, ideally Human Resources, together with knowledge, understanding and experience of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.</li>\n<li>Have a sound understanding of pre-employment requirements and an up-to-date working knowledge of employment legislation, applicable to resourcing, recruitment, selection and issuing of employment contracts, including that of schools and Agency Worker legislation.</li>\n<li>Contribute to the social media recruitment strategy, including uploading and maintaining content on our social media channels.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Our Offer:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A generous leave package of 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (Increasing after 5 years’ service)</li>\n<li>Flexible working arrangements</li>\n<li>Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>Investment in your personal development</li>\n<li>Free car parking at HBC sites</li>\n<li>Access to a range of discount schemes</li>\n<li>Access to a car leasing scheme</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We are pleased to offer a hybrid working approach to this role, with 2 days expected to be worked in the office in Widnes and the remaining 3 days at home (full time post)</p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Gemma Haining (Service Manager) on 0151 511 5016, or Alysha Bibby (Team Leader) on 0151 511 5025.</p>\n<p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p>\n<p>Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 26<sup>th</sup> February 2025.</p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk\">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values</strong>.</p>\n<p>We look forward to receiving your application!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Full Time £27,711 - £30,060 / Part Time £13855.50 - £15,030.00","publishDate":"2025-01-31T12:49:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-16T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4b22d0ed-f301-4124-b001-8c21d85012e5.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cb080e00-ca21-489e-92e0-d3e7b51720ce","title":"YOT officer - support officer","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p> </p>\n<p><em><strong>Please be aware this is a Cheshire West and Chester Council post, applicants will not be applying to work at Halton Borough Council.</strong></em></p>\n<p>Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive – through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.</p>\n<p>Cheshire Youth Justice Service</p>\n<p>YOT Worker (support worker)</p>\n<p>37 hours per week</p>\n<p>Permanent Post</p>\n<p>Grade 7. £30,060 to £33,366 p.a.</p>\n<p>We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Youth Justice Support worker position within Cheshire Youth Justice Service. A high performing, nationally recognised, award winning Youth Justice Service rated as 'Good' in our last inspection.</p>\n<p>Youth Justice Services (Incorporating Cheshire East, Cheshire West, Halton & Warrington) is a multi-agency service with the principal aim of diverting children from entering the criminal justice system, reducing youth crime and anti-social behaviour and improving the quality of life for all who live and work in the areas of Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester Council, Halton Borough Council and Warrington Borough Council.</p>\n<p>The YJS support worker role aims to provides support to children on the cusp of the youth justice system, working collaboratively with a range of key agencies with the aim of diverting children away from offending. Building on our existing award winning diversion programme, we are seeking a dynamic individual who will bring knowledge and understanding of holistic assessments along with experience of delivering interventions that are relationship based and trauma informed to achieve positive outcomes for children.</p>\n<p>We are looking for passion, creativity and an experienced candidate who can demonstrate tenacity and enthusiasm in making a positive difference to the lives of children in the Youth Justice Service. The post holder will be required to effectively manage a caseload of children (between the ages of 10-17), who are subject to a range of Out of Court Disposal outcomes. The ability to complete  assessments, develop intervention plans with children and deliver a range of interventions using a strength based approach to support desistance are crucial.</p>\n<p>Child First principles are at the heart of the work we do, so the candidate should have relevant experience of working with children and their families and have a clear understanding of some of the complex issues affecting them. Risk management, public safety and safeguarding are fundamental aspects to our work and therefore candidates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these requirements as they are integral to the post being offered.</p>\n<p>If you are passionate about working with children and young people and have a creative approach to direct work, this is a fantastic opportunity. The Youth Justice Service is committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable and flexible workforce. The post holder will have an established base at Municipal Buildings in Widnes, but  may be required to work across the  Cheshire footprint. Hybrid and flexible working, including working from home and other bases across Cheshire is a key feature of this role. Our technology platform enable staff to connect and collaborate remotely, so that a healthy work-life balance can be achieved.</p>\n<p>What We Offer:</p>\n<p>This is an agile post which means the opportunity of working  from home along with the ability to work from offices across the CWAC area where staff from Youth Justice Services work from.  </p>\n<p>The benefits of working for the Council go well beyond making a difference to people’s lives, as well as working within a supportive environment with people who share your values you will have access to a huge range of benefits including discounts on:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>High street and supermarket shopping</li>\n<li>Gym membership</li>\n<li>Holidays</li>\n<li>Days out</li>\n<li>Cinemas</li>\n<li>Childcare vouchers</li>\n<li>Cash back scheme on any medical treatment that you may require via Medicash</li>\n<li>Car lease scheme (Brand new fully maintained and insured car for 3 years in return for a fixed monthly payment via salary sacrifice)</li>\n<li>Cycle Scheme (Save up to £320 on the cost of a brand-new bike and equipment)</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We also offer:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Competitive salary</li>\n<li>Generous holiday allowance of 26 days (pro rata), increasing to 31 days after five years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase extra leave and access bank holidays.</li>\n<li>An excellent career average pension scheme with employer contributions of 22.3%. (Employer contributions elsewhere are typically 3%)</li>\n<li>The opportunity to develop your skills and career.</li>\n<li>Rewards and Recognition for going above and beyond such as additional annual leave and shopping vouchers.</li>\n<li>Supportive team and culture</li>\n<li>Opportunity to purchase up to 10 days additional annual leave.</li>\n<li>An Employee Assistance Programme, which offers free 24/7 confidential assistance, practical information, and emotional support.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>All posts are exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</p>\n<p>If you are ready to take on a rewarding new challenge impacting positively on the lives of children and communities, we want to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Green (Team Manager) on 0345 145 0055</p>\n<p>Please note that this job is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.</p>\n<p>To find out more information about what it is like to work for Cheshire West and Chester Council including our rewards and benefits please see <a href=\"http://www.cwcrecruitment.co.uk/\">www.cwcrecruitment.co.uk</a></p>\n<p>No candidate will meet every single requirement - if your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!</p>\n<p>Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment.  Please see the <a href=\"https://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/your-council/policies-and-performance/equality-and-diversity/policies-schemes-and-reports/policies-schemes-and-reports.aspx\">Equality Policy</a> for more information.</p>\n<p>Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £12 per hour for all contracted hours.</p>\n<p>For any technical enquiries please email <a href=\"mailto:Sourcingteam@ecwip.co.uk\">Sourcingteam@ecwip.co.uk</a> and quote job reference number in all correspondence.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,060 to £33,366","publishDate":"2025-01-31T11:32:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-28T17:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/aadb82bb-a40a-46ba-82e6-2773db65871d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"42735761-f748-4422-81d0-368b56d0e9ae","title":"Teaching Assistant","employer":"Cheshire West & Chester Council","department":"The Russett Learning Trust","location":"The Russett School","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Teaching Assistant</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary:                                  Grade 4 SCP 13-16 £24,405 - £25,183 FTE</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Actual Salary:                    £18,206 - £18,786</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Working hours:                 32.5 hours, Term time only 38 weeks per year</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Contract type:                   Permanent  </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Start date:                          As soon as possible</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who are committed to our vision for education and individuals who support our Russett values. We believe that our values are the foundation from which we grow and develop.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We are looking for someone who is:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Caring in nature; someone who values a nurturing approach</li>\n<li>Positive in their attitude and disposition</li>\n<li>Committed and keen to learn all about SEN, in particular pupils who have severe and complex learning needs.</li>\n<li>Motivated to support our learners, someone who wants to makes difference</li>\n<li>An excellent team player who enjoys working collaboratively with others</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our pupils would like someone who is:</p>\n<p>Funny, happy, caring, keeps us safe and helps us to learn!\"</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We value……. Community – Resilience – Wellbeing – Respect - Empowerment</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At the Russett School we seek to prepare our learners for life through prioritising skills required to meet their full potential. Through our specialist curriculum, our children and young people are empowered through a strong emphasis on the development of individual communication strategies and life skills. Our Russett team provide enriching and safe environments, where our pupils are encouraged to develop independence, whilst promoting well-being for a happy and fulfilled future.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our Special settings cater for children and young people with a wide range of Special Educational Needs from children with profound medical needs and life limiting conditions, those with severe, moderate and sensory needs through to young people with social emotional and mental health needs that require support and understanding to help them to navigate their world.</p>\n<p>Whether you are a teacher, a teaching assistant, a healthcare professional or work in facilities, admin or operations all of our Special Schools offer you the opportunity to work within an establishment that has a ‘family’ feel that puts the children, young people and their families at the heart of what they do.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>All the pupils within our Special Schools have an individualised education and are educated in small classes and groups with enhanced support to ensure that all of their needs are met. There is nothing more rewarding than being part of a team that supports a child or young person with Special Educational Needs to reach their goals. You truly will make a difference to the life of a young person and their family.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Shaw Education Trust</strong> are a thriving mix of diverse and growing schools including Primary, Secondary and Special Schools all working together to improve the lives of young people in our communities. We are sponsored by Shaw Trust a charity organisation that focuses on transforming lives. We’re a growing group of dynamically awesome academies providing education to children of all ages and abilities. Staff across our team of schools are dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to be successful, whatever their starting point in life.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our schools span from Birmingham to Bury, meaning that we can support students from all walks of life, no matter their background or socioeconomic status. In doing this, we are able to help ensure all children are able to access a high standard of education, with all being treated equally.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please visit our Careers site for more information on The Russett School on <a href=\"https://therussettlearningtrust.schoolrecruiter.com/\">https://therussettlearningtrust.schoolrecruiter.com/</a></p>\n<p> Or click the QR Code to see all vacancies with The Russett School</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Shaw Education Trust offer the following benefits with your Teaching or Support Staff employment:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Support Staff only</strong> based on working <strong>full time, all year</strong> - Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (<strong>37 days holiday</strong> <strong>rising to 39 days</strong> after 5 years’ service including Bank Holidays)</li>\n<li>Access to health and wellbeing support via Occupational Health</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you <strong>grow, contribute</strong> and <strong>flourish</strong> in your role and in the Trust.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We know <strong>our people </strong>are the key to <strong>our success</strong> and so <strong>we’re committed</strong> to ensuring the employment experience at Shaw Education Trust is a <strong>rewarding one.</strong>   </p>\n<p>The Russett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, click here to review Safeguarding and Pupil Protection Policy <a href=\"https://www.shaw-education.org.uk/our-trust/key-information\">https://www.shaw-education.org.uk/our-trust/key-information</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an online checks and criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions.</p>\n<p>All shortlisted candidates will undergo an online search as part of Trust safer recruitment checks.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are an Equal Opportunities employer and will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.</p>\n<p><strong>In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CV’s alone will not be accepted.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Application deadline:    9.00am 7<sup>th</sup> February 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date:                 11<sup>th</sup> February 2025</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date as we review applications on an on-going basis and interviews may be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, therefore, we encourage early applications.</strong></p>\n<p>Successful candidates will be subject to a fully Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24,405 - £25,183 - FTE","publishDate":"2025-01-30T15:39:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-07T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6f994c69-ccba-462c-b895-234f058b27de.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"97a112f8-3dd8-4be7-b944-fb2699de2383","title":"Teaching Assistant","employer":"Cheshire West & Chester Council","department":"The Russett Learning Trust","location":"The Russett School","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Teaching Assistant</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Salary:                                  Grade 6 SCP 20 – 24, £26,409 - £29,093 FTE</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Actual Salary:                    £20,219 - £22,274</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Working hours:                 32.5 hours, Term time plus 5 inset days (working 39 weeks)</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Contract type:                   Permanent  </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Start date:                          As soon as possible</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who are committed to our vision for education and individuals who support our Russett values. Our pupils aged 2 to 19 years whose primary need is associated with having a Severe Learning Difficulty (also known as SLD) and/or Complex Learning Needs.</p>\n<p>This rewarding role will contribute enormously to the children in our school offering them the life chances that they deserve. Our students are hard-working, polite and extremely resilient so the role will be one filled with joy … and hard work!</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We are looking for someone who is:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Caring in nature; someone who values a nurturing approach</li>\n<li>Positive in their attitude and disposition</li>\n<li>Committed and keen to learn all about SEN, in particular pupils who have severe and complex learning needs.</li>\n<li>Motivated to support our learners, someone who wants to makes difference</li>\n<li>An excellent team player who enjoys working collaboratively with others</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our pupils would like someone who is:</p>\n<p>Funny, happy, caring, keeps us safe and helps us to learn!\"</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We value……. Community – Resilience – Wellbeing – Respect - Empowerment</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At the Russett School we seek to prepare our learners for life through prioritising skills required to meet their full potential. Through our specialist curriculum, our children and young people are empowered through a strong emphasis on the development of individual communication strategies and life skills. Our Russett team provide enriching and safe environments, where our pupils are encouraged to develop independence, whilst promoting well-being for a happy and fulfilled future.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our Special settings cater for children and young people with a wide range of Special Educational Needs from children with profound medical needs and life limiting conditions, those with severe, moderate and sensory needs through to young people with social emotional and mental health needs that require support and understanding to help them to navigate their world.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Whether you are a teacher, a teaching assistant, a healthcare professional or work in facilities, admin or operations all of our Special Schools offer you the opportunity to work within an establishment that has a ‘family’ feel that puts the children, young people and their families at the heart of what they do.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>All the pupils within our Special Schools have an individualised education and are educated in small classes and groups with enhanced support to ensure that all of their needs are met. There is nothing more rewarding than being part of a team that supports a child or young person with Special Educational Needs to reach their goals. You truly will make a difference to the life of a young person and their family.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Shaw Education Trust</strong> are a thriving mix of diverse and growing schools including Primary, Secondary and Special Schools all working together to improve the lives of young people in our communities. We are sponsored by Shaw Trust a charity organisation that focuses on transforming lives. We’re a growing group of dynamically awesome academies providing education to children of all ages and abilities. Staff across our team of schools are dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to be successful, whatever their starting point in life.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our schools span from Birmingham to Bury, meaning that we can support students from all walks of life, no matter their background or socioeconomic status. In doing this, we are able to help ensure all children are able to access a high standard of education, with all being treated equally.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please visit our Careers site for more information on The Russett School on <a href=\"https://therussettlearningtrust.schoolrecruiter.com/\">https://therussettlearningtrust.schoolrecruiter.com/</a></p>\n<p> Or click the QR Code to see all vacancies with The Russett School</p>\n<p><strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Shaw Education Trust offer the following benefits with your Teaching or Support Staff employment:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Support Staff only</strong> based on working <strong>full time, all year</strong> - Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (<strong>37 days holiday</strong> <strong>rising to 39 days</strong> after 5 years’ service including Bank Holidays)</li>\n<li>Access to health and wellbeing support via Occupational Health</li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you <strong>grow, contribute</strong> and <strong>flourish</strong> in your role and in the Trust.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We know <strong>our people </strong>are the key to <strong>our success</strong> and so <strong>we’re committed</strong> to ensuring the employment experience at Shaw Education Trust is a <strong>rewarding one.</strong>   </p>\n<p>The Russett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, click here to review Safeguarding and Pupil Protection Policy <a href=\"https://www.shaw-education.org.uk/our-trust/key-information\">https://www.shaw-education.org.uk/our-trust/key-information</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an online checks and criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions.</p>\n<p>All shortlisted candidates will undergo an online search as part of Trust safer recruitment checks.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are an Equal Opportunities employer and will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.</p>\n<p><strong>In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CV’s alone will not be accepted.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Application deadline:    9.00am 7<sup>th</sup> February 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Interview date:                 11<sup>th</sup> February 2025</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date as we review applications on an on-going basis and interviews may be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, therefore, we encourage early applications.</strong></p>\n<p>Successful candidates will be subject to a fully Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26409 - £29093 - FTE","publishDate":"2025-01-29T13:29:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-07T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e330c0ff-a28d-4941-9df8-1be10f65ab4d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"06350ef5-b755-4a5e-845d-2fd159ea6b32","title":"Teacher of Drama/Performing Arts","employer":"Cheshire East Council","department":"Middlewich High School","location":"Middlewich High School, King Edward Street, Middlewich","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Middlewich High School is seeking to appoint a teacher of drama/performing arts on a permanent basis. Full time and part time applications for this role will be considered.</p>\n<p>The successful candidate will be someone who is passionate and enthusiastic for all performing arts, with outstanding knowledge in drama who will ensure success for our students across KS3 and KS4. This person will work as part of a team to ensure highest standards of academic progress of all students who study drama, continually driving and improving achievement. Cultural capital is crucial for our students, so the successful candidate will also be committed to actively supporting the department’s rich and vibrant extra-curricular provision, as well as seeking additional opportunities to enrich this area of the department.</p>\n<p><strong>Why choose Performing Arts at Middlewich High School?</strong></p>\n<p>We are an inclusive and supportive secondary school with a huge aspirations. Our values: Aspire, Believe, Belong, are at the heart of everything we do. We aim to encourage students to “think big”, to be resilient and to strive to be the best version of themselves. Creating a culture of belonging helps to develop confidence and mutual respect. Performing arts is new and emerging at Middlewich High School, and already students are delving deeply into the new KS3 curriculum for both drama and music. Extra-curricular groups are popular and growing every week. We are working towards a musical production of Moana Jr, due to perform in March; this is a very aspirational project with students leading from the heart of the show; student choreography, set design and more. Students at Middlewich High School have big dreams, believe they can happen and work together to get there.<br>If you would like to find out more about performing arts at Middlewich High School, please contact the head of performing arts, Lisa Clarke. <a href=\"mailto:lclarke@mhs.school\">lclarke@mhs.school</a></p>\n<p>Our mantra “Excellence in Learning – Achievement for All” ensures no student gets left behind and the progress and attainment of all our students is paramount. We are seeking to appoint someone who shares our commitment to high standards of professionalism and academic achievement, and is eager to make a difference for the young people.</p>\n<p>You will help to shape the future direction of the new performing arts department, and the school, working closely with department leadership to ensure students are able to succeed. Our ambition is to be in the top 20% of school nationally for student outcomes. If you have the energy, enthusiasm and experience to make that success a reality, we would welcome your application.<br><br>If you are interested in applying for this role, you are strongly encouraged to get your application forms submitted at the earliest opportunity, as we reserve the right to close our adverts earlier than advertised where sufficient applications have been received.</p>\n<p>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The school is an equal opportunities employer.<br><br>The role is to start in September 2025, or earlier. </p>\n<p>Closing date:  <strong>Monday 10th February 2025, 9am</strong></p>\n<p>Interview date:  <strong>Thursday 13th February 2025</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE) MPS1 - UPS3","publishDate":"2025-01-28T15:42:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-10T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9df672ae-409a-4c90-ac33-0e6797e8b8c4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"809ce622-ad3f-4bbc-b972-0196302b27c0","title":"Rudheath SENDCo and Trust SEND Lead","employer":"Cheshire West & Chester Council","department":"The Rudheath Senior Academy","location":"The Rudheath Senior Academy","locationType":3,"description":"<p>This is an exciting time to join NWAT as we embark on a transformative journey to expand our provision for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are proud to have secured approval for a 15-place SEN Resourced Provision at Rudheath Senior Academy, designed to enable students to remain and thrive within their local community.</p>\n<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>\n<p>As the SENDCo at <a href=\"https://rudheathsenioracademy.org.uk/\">Rudheath Senior Academy</a>, you will play a vital role in ensuring all children, especially those with SEND, receive the support they need to become confident, resilient learners.</p>\n<p>The role will be primarily based at Rudheath Senior Academy for three days a week, where you will lead and oversee the development of SEND provision within the school. 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Full training will be provided prior to the start of the exam season.</p>\n<p>For any queries please contact: </p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:admin@rudheathsenioracademy.org.uk\">admin@rudheathsenioracademy.org.uk</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"National Joint Council Pay Scales (SCP2 - £12.26 per hour)","publishDate":"2025-01-28T15:01:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-14T10:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b4f9220f-fe88-4238-9d9c-2cea62f797fb.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"655bdc69-2e69-4aee-b31e-5e19dc536da2","title":"Cleaner","employer":"Cheshire East Council","department":"Alsager School","location":"Hassall Road, Alsager","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>CLEANER - Required asap</strong></p>\n<p><strong> 15 hours per week 44 weeks.</strong></p>\n<p><strong> </strong><strong>Between the hours of 3pm to 7pm Monday to Thursday and 3pm to 6:30pm on Fridays. </strong></p>\n<p>Grade 2: £12.26 per hour £9,335 p.a. - £9,546 p.a. 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Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.</p>\n<p>Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.</p>\n<p><strong>We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘<em>our colleagues’</em>.</strong> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Team:</strong></p>\n<p><strong>‘Leaders and staff put learners at the heart of everything they do.’ (Ofsted, 2023, read the full report here: </strong><a href=\"https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50225735\"><strong>50225735</strong></a><strong>)</strong></p>\n<p>Halton Adult Learning is an Ofsted ‘Good’ graded education provider that delivers a range of accredited and non-accredited courses to adults in Widnes and Runcorn. The service offers a range of programmes including Functional Skills, ESOL, Teaching and Learning qualifications, Arts & Crafts, Creative Writing and Family Learning. We currently have an opportunity for a sessional tutor to deliver dynamic and engaging English Functional Skills qualifications to learners in our centres (Kingsway Learning Centre in Widnes and Acorn Learning Centre in Runcorn). </p>\n<p><strong>Your Contributions:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>* Deliver accredited English Functional Skills programmes from Entry Level to Level 2</li>\n<li>* Support the achievement of learners that may face significant barriers to learning</li>\n<li>* Encourage retention of learners on programme so that they have the best possible outcomes</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer:</strong></p>\n<p>Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>* Competitive Salary of £28.49 per hour for accredited teaching delivery and £24.85 for non-accredited teaching delivery. Non-teaching duties such as Team Meetings and training is £15.42 per hour. This is a sessional contract.</li>\n<li>* Investment in your personal development. A full training and development package. You will be actively supported and encouraged to build on your skills and knowledge to maximise the opportunities that working for the Council has to offer.</li>\n<li>* Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li>\n<li>* 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li>\n<li>* Free Car Parking at HBC sites</li>\n<li>* Car leasing schemes</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Kelly Arrowsmith on 0151 511 8453</p>\n<p>Interviews will take place w/c 24th February 2025, date to be confirmed.</p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk\">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values</strong>.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. 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Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:00, Friday 08:00 – 15:30. </p>\n<p>The role also requires you to work 4 days contractual overtime per year which falls over a weekend. </p>\n<p>A uniform will be provided and must be worn at all times whilst in the workplace.</p>\n<p><br><strong>Your Contributions:</strong><br>•    You will be expected to carry out manual work and the operation of plant and equipment under the instruction of the Streetscene Team leader. <br>•    You will undertake a wide range of horticultural and cleansing duties on both public spaces and open space facilities. <br>•    Constructional labouring including fencing, hard landscaping, paths, roads, water courses and drains. <br>•    You will be responsible for driving the divisions vehicles as part of day to day duties which can include, utility vehicles, ride-on mowers, vans, tractors, diggers, mechanical sweepers or other specialist equipment. </p>\n<p><strong>A Full UK Driving Licence is essential for this role. </strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Our Offer:</strong></p>\n<p>Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<br>•    A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service<br>•    Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions<br>•    3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme<br>•    Investment in your personal development <br>•    Free Car Parking at HBC sites <br>•    Car leasing schemes</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Rob Strain Streetscene Manager on 01515117644</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews will take place on WC 3rd March. </strong></p>\n<p><br>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – resourcing@halton.gov.uk</p>\n<p><br>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.<br>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible. </p>\n<p><br>We look forward to receiving your application!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,584 - £27,269","publishDate":"2025-01-27T09:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-23T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6bf4483a-11bc-4d68-b8a7-45cc2e837235.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7d385e58-e417-48a0-9926-42873b07182d","title":"Advanced Social Worker","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong><em>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent position within the Complex Care Runcorn Team</em></strong></p>\n<p>The Complex Care Runcorn Team consists of Social Workers and Community Care Workers. The team applies its Care Act 2014 duties and responsibilities to people who are aged 18 and above, who meet Care and Support Eligibility. 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You will also support in the development of the teams approach, including embedding the Mental Capacity Act 2005 into every day Social Care Practice.You will assist in the supervision of qualified and non qualified staff.</p>\n<p>As well as providing professional advice, mentoring and supporting your colleagues, you will provide information, advice and awareness to provider services, stakeholders and professionals, helping to ensure that the  service we offer in  health and social care is consistent, legally defensible and helps achieve the best outcomes we can for the people we support, and their families.</p>\n<p>We are committed to your continuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. We offer 26 days’ annual leave, rising incrementally to 34 days after 20 years’ service. We support flexible working and offer a generous pension. We also offer free parking as well as a hybrid working model.</p>\n<p>You will enjoy excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers.</p>\n<p><strong><em>About you </em></strong></p>\n<p><strong><em> </em></strong>You must be a qualified Social Worker who is registered to practice with Social Work England, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development. You must be a qualified Best Interests Assessor and or Approved Mental Health professional, a qualified Practice Educator and progressed to an experienced Social Worker.</p>\n<p>In Halton, the post will provide you with the opportunity to develop and enhance your skills in Social Work. And be part of the development of partnership working with health colleagues to enhance the experience of adults who use adult social care services. You must have experience of completing Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, Court work, completing Risk Assessments as well as experience of working closely with a range of services, stakeholders and professionals.</p>\n<p>Our post a carries an essential car user role, and you will need to hold a current full driving license and have access to a vehicle</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Kayleigh Wharton,  Practice Manager on 0151 511 6743 or Dean Tierney, Principal Manager on 0151 511 8776</p>\n<p>Interviews will take place on Friday 7th March 2025</p>\n<p>At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href=\"mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk\">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values</strong>.</p>\n<p><strong>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. 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