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We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p>We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join the team in Wirral’s Domestic Abuse Hub.</p>\n<p>About the role:<br>The role of IDVA involves providing a pro-active service to all victim survivors of domestic abuse who have been assessed as high-risk of further harm.<br>The role including assessing risk and delivering an individualised service which aims to address the safety needs of victim survivors and any children and/or dependents.<br>The IDVA will advocate on behalf of the victim survivor, ensuring that they remain at the centre of all that we do, providing advice and support from the point of crisis and referring on to relevant agencies once the risk has reduced.<br>The IDVA aims to support clients to improve their safety, to support their recovery and to achieve long term safety and reduce repeat victimisation.<br><br>As an IDVA you will be:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>working with victims at high risk of serious harm through domestic abuse, supporting them to keep themselves safe, understand their rights and options and support them through the Criminal Justice process.</li>\n<li>completing risk assessments and safety plans</li>\n<li>working with partner agencies to develop multi-agency plans to support victims effectively</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You will need:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>a good understanding of the dynamics of domestic abuse</li>\n<li>preferably experience of working with victims at high risk of harm</li>\n<li>an IDVA accreditation or willingness to work towards one</li>\n<li>excellent communication skills as well as empathy</li>\n<li>good levels or organisation and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This role is based in Wirral. This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is preferred. Hybrid working is available. <br>Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.</p>\n<p><br>About Us:<br>The Domestic Abuse Hub is a multi-disciplinary service providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by domestic abuse across Wirral. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims, where strive to:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be there when needed</li>\n<li>Increase safety for those at risk, without adding to their trauma</li>\n<li>Reduce opportunities for perpetrators to abuse</li>\n<li>Support people to live the lives they want after harm occurs</li>\n<li>Create a brighter, kinder future for the next generation.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>For an Informal discussion about this role, please contact emmagraham2@wirral.gov.uk</p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></p>\n<p><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.  Forms received via the post will not be processed.</em></p>\n<p><em>All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.  Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.</em></p>\n<p><em>The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.</em></p>\n<p><em>We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. 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Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p>We support Social Workers with excellent training and development opportunities through local partnerships and nationally funded education programmes as well as role-specific commissioned learning courses. We have supported NQSWs to complete their ASYE; non-registered social care staff have achieved a social work degree via an apprenticeship programme whilst being employed with us; and we have social workers who have trained as Best Interests Assessors and also Practice Educators who share their knowledge and experience with a new generation of social workers. We are proud to recognise that many of our senior management team have developed their practice and progressed through their career within Adult Social Care at Wirral Council.</p>\n<p>Wirral are using the 3 Conversations model (3C’s) across all Adult Social Care teams. The ethos of the model is to identify individual’s strengths and aspirations to maximise their independence and wellbeing. If you are qualified Social Worker looking for a career where you can make a difference, we have opportunities for you within the Wallasey Adult Social Care Community Team.</p>\n<p>Wallasey Adult Social Care Community Team - Whilst working with us you will be completing strengths-based Care Act assessments and person-centred support planning with a wide variety of service user groups aged 18 and over.</p>\n<p>The work is diverse, and the aim is to promote the wellbeing of adults with care and support needs to continuously improve their outcomes, creating lasting connections with their local community.</p>\n<p>Requirements:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Social Work England registration</li>\n<li>Relevant social work qualification</li>\n<li>Evidence of Continuous Professional Development</li>\n<li>Driving licence and access to a car for work purposes</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Appointment to the posts will be subject to successful interview, references, DBS clearance and an Occupational Health check.</p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>The Council has a visa sponsorship license and is therefore able to offer certificates of sponsorship to non-UK residents through the skilled-worker route for this role. In order to qualify for this, applicants must be Registered with Social Work England and require sponsorship.</p>\n<p>Please note that the certificate of sponsorship alone is not a visa: an individual will still need to apply for and receive their visa to have the Right to Work in the UK.</p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. 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We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></p>\n<p><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.  Forms received via the post will not be processed.</em></p>\n<p><em>All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.  Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.</em></p>\n<p><em>The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.</em></p>\n<p><em>We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. 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We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce.<br><br>Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.<br><br>Making A Difference as a ICT Services Support Officer in the Policy & Transformation Department.<br><br>A vacancy has become available for a highly motivated individual who wants to play a key part in the delivery of ICT services and support to our customers.<br><br>Working within the IT Technical Service Desk, you will primarily be responsible for user administration including the creation, modification and deletion of Active Directory network accounts and Microsoft Outlook email accounts as part of our Microsoft 365 environment.<br><br>The individual we’re looking for will have;<br><br>· Experience of Active Directory administration<br>· Experience of Microsoft 365 administration<br>· Experience of working within a demanding customer-focused front-line service, ideally within an IT Service Desk environment<br>· Good written, telephone and face-to-face communication skills<br>· Ability to work on your own and use your initiative and multitask<br>· Good IT skills and use of IT hardware, software operating systems and packages<br><br>It is important that you can cope with a demanding workload, work to tight deadlines, and be able to support other team members with the overall responsibilities of the service in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. You must be flexible in your approach to work to meet the needs of the service and have a desire to develop and learn further skills.<br><br>This post is primarily home based but the individual would be expected to attend site a minimum of once per week.<br><br>For any further information about this post, please contact.<br><br>This post is subject to Disclosure.<br><br>Interested to Find Out More?<br><br>You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.<br><br>You are also welcome to contact us for a chat before applying by contacting Jennifer Platts on jenniferplatts@sthelens.gov.uk<br><br>Thank you for your interest in working for us. If you are experiencing issues with applying online, you can contact a member of the team at Recruitment@sthelens.gov.uk and a form will be sent to you to complete.<br><br>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.<br><br>Equality & Diversity<br><br>St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality & Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality<br><br>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Employer. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.<br><br>NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life.<br><br>All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"From: £25,584.00 To: £27,269.00 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-24T11:34:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-02T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7c6165a1-abef-4a68-b382-e2ad0fb91218.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"84f62899-895d-4fd2-bc2b-ed1edde93bf2","title":"Care Navigator","employer":"Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"Pennant House","locationType":2,"description":"<p>There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint a Care Navigator to join our South Wirral Community Team You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the personalisation and inclusion pathways for Adults and Carers ensuring legal framework of the Care Act 2014.</p>\n<p>You will ensure strength and asset-based practice, personalisation and social inclusion is embedded and applied effectively throughout. The role will involve assessing and implementing a range of social care services and providing guidance/advice and information for adults, older people and carers. You will work autonomously and independently, assessing, formulating, implementing, and agreeing care and support plans with adults and carers.</p>\n<p>You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of health and social care functions for adults/carers for the people of Wirral. You will be responsible for working in partnership with other agencies supporting adults/carers to access services/support in the independent and non-statutory sector. If you enjoy integrated Health and Social Care practice and think you have what it takes to be the difference for our residents, then this could be the perfect job for you. About the candidate We are looking for someone who can be part of an integrated and supportive team, planning, monitoring and evaluating work with the MDT care team.</p>\n<p>You’ll need to have experience working in Hospital Discharge. Your experience should include supporting adults/carers/families and helping to promote self-determination, choice and autonomy. You will have knowledge and understanding of Care Act (2014), Equality Act (2010), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and the Human Rights Act (1998).</p>\n<p>Above all, you will be looking to improve the outcomes for the residents of Wirral and improve the way we engage with our residents to ensure they are at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n<p>If you have any questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:dominicduffy@wirral.gov.uk\">dominicduffy@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></p>\n<p><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.  Forms received via the post will not be processed.</em></p>\n<p><em>All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.  Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.</em></p>\n<p><em>The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.</em></p>\n<p><em>We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. 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We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the borough. We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce.</p>\n<p>Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.</p>\n<p><strong>Making A Difference as A General Kitchen Assistant in School Traded Service</strong></p>\n<p>Our General Kitchen Assistants have an incredibly important role in the council delivering catering services across the borough. These services run throughout the local schools as well as local council buildings. </p>\n<p>This role requires flexibility to meet the needs of the service, with possible changes in hours and duties to successfully complete the service requirements. </p>\n<p>Our General Kitchen Assistants will be responsible for the day-to-day operations which include assisting with the preparation, cooking and service of food. As well as cleaning kitchen and dining room spaces before, during and after service. </p>\n<p>Our team members require strong communication skills to work together with staff members and interacting with members of the public. </p>\n<p>Those interested in this role will have a strong understanding of health and safety procedures in the kitchen environment and will comply with council policies. </p>\n<p>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure </p>\n<p><strong>Interested to Find Out More?</strong><br>You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.</p>\n<p>Thank you for your interest in working for us.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n</div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-9 JT-section JT-text JT-text-75-right JT-nine JT-column JT-last JT-pt\"><div class=\"JT-container cke_focus\">\n<p><strong>Equality & Diversity</strong><br>St Helens Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality & Diversity at St Helens Council can be found here https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</p>\n<p>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Employer. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. <br><strong>NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life. </strong><br>All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n</div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-3 JT-section JT-images JT-image-25-right JT-three JT-column JT-last JT-pt\"><div class=\"JT-container naokdbpcldpmlefocioeomehimnnmdmo\">\n<img class=\"remove-filter-invert naokdbpcldpmlefocioeomehimnnmdmo\"><span class=\"naokdbpcldpmlefocioeomehimnnmdmo-inner\"></span>\n</div></div>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£5952.43 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-23T19:01:58.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-07T00:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ad2a3913-40a2-48de-bbf4-09163b92df74.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"43807dda-bec6-47f2-ae94-d6570e149fe5","title":"Experienced Social Worker x 2 posts","employer":"Knowsley Council","department":"","location":"Hybrid Working, Huyton Municipal, Municipal Buildings, Archway Road, Huyton, Knowsley, L36 9UX","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. Come join us and be part of our success.</p>\n<p>We are looking for dedicated Social Workers to join our Adult Community Team.<br><br></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are you passionate about social work</li>\n<li>Do you have the skills and experience to deliver in a busy community based social work team.</li>\n<li>Do you enjoy helping others achieve their outcomes.</li>\n<li>If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this role.<br><br>As a Social Worker in our Adult Community Team, you will conduct thorough Social Care Needs Assessments to understand and address the needs of adults in the community. You will develop and implement effective support plans, coordinate and manage services to meet individual needs, and assess and manage risks, including attending MARAMS. Your role will involve safeguarding vulnerable adults, applying Mental Capacity Act (MCA) principles to support decision-making, handling legal aspects related to the protection of adults through the Court of Protection (COP), ensuring compliance with Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS), and utilizing the Decision Support Tool (DST) for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) assessments. 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We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.</p>\n<p>At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:</p>\n<p>Hayley Smith (Team Manager) 07350400534, Louise McCarrick (Team Manager) 07966861608 or Joanne Lane (Service Manager) 07385945190.</p>\n<p>Interviews due to take place week commencing 20<sup>th</sup> January 2025.</p>\n<p>If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. 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We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.</p>\n<p>We are looking to appoint a highly skilled and motivated Local Authority Research Practitioner to join our dynamic Public Health team. This role will support the research and intelligence function in developing and implementing a comprehensive research governance framework across the council, focusing on building research capacity, facilitating strategic and academic collaborations, and securing external funding to advance public health initiatives.</p>\n<p>The aim of the role will be to ensure that local decision-making on policy and interventions are routinely based on robust evidence, which will ultimately improve health outcomes and the wider determinants of health for local residents.</p>\n<p>Based in the public health team, the post holder will work with a broad range of local stakeholders across the Council, NHS and VCFS partners, to enable the development and embedding of research infrastructure, to ensure that research activity becomes part of the culture of the Council and broader local system.</p>\n<p>The post holder will be able to work autonomously and at a high level to achieve the following objectives:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Build strategic and collaborative working relationships with colleagues across the Council, local stakeholders and wider academic networks, in order to promote the use of research.</li>\n<li>Develop a strategic plan to implement the LARP programme across the Council, in line with NIHR guidance and within funding timescales.</li>\n<li>Provide guidance and support for those looking to engage with research in the Council, through networking and sharing knowledge of best practice and current legislation/guidance.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The role is part funded by the NIHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health, and the postholder will be expected to actively promote, support and contribute to the activity of the NHR RSS Specialist Centre for Public Health, alongside their work within the Council.</p>\n<p>If you have any questions, please contact <a href=\"mailto:nicolajones1@wirral.gov.uk\">nicolajones1@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href=\"https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment\">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href=\"mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk\">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.</p>\n<p><strong>Working at Wirral</strong></p>\n<p>You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:</p>\n<p>Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.</p>\n<p>We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.</p>\n<p>We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.</p>\n<p>We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.</p>\n<p>Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.</p>\n<p>We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk\">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><em>Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.</em></p>\n<p><em>It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.</em></p>\n<p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.</em></p>\n<p><em>Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.  Forms received via the post will not be processed.</em></p>\n<p><em>All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.  Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.</em></p>\n<p><em>The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.</em></p>\n<p><em>We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. 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We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the borough. We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce.<br>Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.<br><br>Making A Difference as A Staying Close Support Worker<br>Are you ready to welcome a new challenge in a “BRAND NEW” purpose-built development, specifically for young people making a journey from a children’s home to independence. A staying close support worker is going to play a vital role in the development and in the promotion of independence to our care leavers. The young people will be living in “trainer flats”<br>You will be located on site and on hand to offer support and outreach to our young people who have reached an age where they can live independently and ready for learning new skills and gaining the experience of the adult world.<br>You will be required to work closely with partners from housing, education, health, community and families, this is a fantastic opportunity to start a service from new and to shape it in the way our children/young people need it to be.<br>You will form part of a new staff team, there will be plenty of opportunity to attend training and development, this will be an exciting journey for you and there will be plenty of scope for further development.<br>You will be supported by an experienced Registered Manager.<br>You will receive monthly supervisions and annual appraisals. The manager will be on hand to support you through your journey with us.<br><br>To be successful in this role you will need to be focused on working as a team on promoting independence. As corporate parents, you will be on hand for emotional support as well as an advice giver.<br><br>You will be required to work shifts on a rolling rota, the shift pattern is 2 on – 3 off. This role does NOT require sleep in's or waking nights. If this role is for you then we welcome your application.<br><br>Interested to Find Out More?<br><br>You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.<br>You are also welcome to contact us for a chat before applying by emailing us at recruitment@sthelens.gov.uk<br><br>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure<br>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.<br><br>Equality & Diversity<br>St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. 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As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.<br><br>With our ILACS inspection now over and an increasingly stable workforce it’s a great time to join us! We have a limited number of vacancies remaining.<br><br>St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce. 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We encourage applications from all sections of the community to enable us to represent the neighbourhoods in which we serve.<br><br>Making a difference at St Helens as an experienced Social Worker.<br><br>Joining us means you will provide expertise commensurate with your role, experience and grade, acting as an invaluable resource to the team and department working in a diverse, challenging and rewarding environment.<br><br>St Helens is a great place to work so why not see what our colleagues have to say and to discover our full range of in work benefits. We understand that you may have some questions, so if you would like to explore any aspect of this role before applying, you are welcome to contact socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk<br><br>This is a hybrid position with some home working, however the post will require you to be based at our offices in St Helens and be able to attend the St Helens area regularly as part of your work.<br><br>Thank you for your interest in working for us at Children’s Services St Helens Borough Council and we look forward to receiving your application.<br><br>Interested to Find Out More?<br><br>You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.<br><br>St Helens is a great place to work so why not visit our Children’s Services web page https://socialcarerecruitment.sthelens.gov.uk/ to see what our colleagues have to say and discover our full range of in work benefits.<br><br>You can also contact us first for a chat before applying or to submit your CV in the first instance you can do this by emailing us at socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk<br><br>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Employer. 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Do you have the drive and dedication to support those who need it most? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! </p>\n<p><strong>About the Role:</strong> As a Missing From Home Intervention Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing support and advocacy for children and young people who have been reported missing. Your primary responsibilities will include: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Conducting Return Home Interviews:</strong> Engage with children and young people to understand the reasons behind their missing episodes and ensure their voices are heard. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Influencing Care Planning:</strong> Record and analyze the factors impacting the child or young person to contribute to effective care planning. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Providing Independent Advocacy:</strong> Advocate for the needs and rights of children during and after missing episodes. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Collaborating with Partners:</strong> Work closely with social workers, police, and other agencies to ensure a coordinated response. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Educating and Preventing:</strong> Advise young people on the dangers and risks associated with running away, aiming to prevent future incidents. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Engage proactively with young people who run away. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintain accurate records and monitor service activity. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure the needs of children and their families are met by service providers. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Represent the service positively in various environments. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Promote the use of Young Peoples Centres by other agencies and local partners. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Qualifications:</strong> Level 3 Safeguarding/Designated Safeguard Lead Training or equivalent, and a good standard of general education including English and Maths at Level 2. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Experience:</strong> Proven experience working with children and young people, particularly those at risk of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and those reluctant to engage. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Skills:</strong> Ability to build positive relationships, produce high-standard written material, and engage and motivate young people. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Knowledge:</strong> Understanding of the causes of youth crime, anti-social behavior, and other adverse outcomes for young people. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Personal Attributes:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Flexible and willing to work according to the needs of the council. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Committed to continuous professional development. </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Able to travel as required for the role. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>Join us in making a real difference. Apply now to become a Missing From Home Intervention Worker and help shape a brighter future for our children and young people. </p>\n<p><strong>Apply Today!</strong> </p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this advert early if the demand is met.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Grade F (12-19) £27,711 - £31,067","publishDate":"2024-12-23T13:07:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-26T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a7fdd4cd-372e-4255-96a3-fd78476f2a81.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"15a720fa-b9bd-4fd4-83a1-8d4023405281","title":"SEND School Teaching Assistant","employer":"Cheshire West & Chester Council","department":"Abbey School","location":"Chester","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a tour of the School for individuals who are interested in applying for our Learning Mentor role. This tour will take place on 22nd January 2025 at 16:00. Please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com\">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a> if you wish to attend. Alternatively, you can call our main school number on 01244 960 000 to express your interest in attending.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>This tour will allow you to see our provision and learn about our Learning Mentor job role in detail. Please note that you must pre-book before attending. We look forward to seeing you soon!</strong></p>\n<p><strong>About the post</strong></p>\n<p>As a Learning Mentor (SEND School Teaching Assistant), your work will be instrumental in helping these young people achieve their full potential and overcome challenges in their educational journey.</p>\n<p>Bring your experience working with children and young people with complex needs, or apply transferable skills from related fields, to make a meaningful impact in this role.</p>\n<p><strong>What you will do:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Play a key role in providing tailored support to pupils with special educational needs throughout all aspects of the school day</li>\n<li>Work with pupils both individually and in small groups supporting them to overcome barriers to learning, delivering teaching, providing positive behaviour support and delivering other focused interventions.</li>\n<li>Work as part of a class team, under the direction of the class teacher and trans-disciplinary colleagues, to deliver effective and appropriate teaching, learning and behaviour support in all areas of school life</li>\n<li>Monitor and track progress, providing regular feedback as needed</li>\n<li>Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We are looking for people with:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience of supporting children and young people with complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields</li>\n<li>A strong level of resilience</li>\n<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team</li>\n<li>A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs</li>\n</ul>\n<p>For further information please download our recruitment pack below which contains details of the job description and person specification.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Why join Abbey School?</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Join Something Exceptional: </strong>Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.</p>\n<p><strong>State-of-the-Art Resources: </strong>Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.</p>\n<p><strong>Professional Development: </strong>Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.</p>\n<p><strong>Inspiring Location: </strong>Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.</p>\n<p><strong>Additional Benefits:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Paid holidays - Learning Mentors are not required to work when the school is closed over half terms, Easter, Christmas, and summer holidays - the annual salary is split between 12 months and paid monthly.</li>\n<li>Competitive salary</li>\n<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme</li>\n<li>Technology appropriate for your job</li>\n<li>Comprehensive staff training programme</li>\n<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>\n<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits</li>\n<li>The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others</li>\n</ul>\n<p>For further information please visit <a href=\"https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor\">https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor/</a></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor\">ning-mentor/</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£23,539 - £27,563 - (Not pro-rata, meaning salary is split evenly across each calendar month)","publishDate":"2024-12-23T13:06:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-17T08:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d3ce4065-219d-4567-8d9d-7d1708248bcf.JPG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"72705767-2f5b-4075-8e79-3c5e2c7c9604","title":"SEND School Specialist Speech and Language Therapist","employer":"Cheshire West & Chester Council","department":"Abbey School","location":"Chester","locationType":3,"description":"<p>As a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, you’ll play a vital role at Abbey School, working alongside a passionate team that shares your dedication to making a difference. Nestled in the heart of Chester, our historic Grade II* listed building blends timeless beauty with modern, high-tech learning facilities.</p>\n<p><strong>Specialist Speech and Language Therapist</strong></p>\n<p>Join our team as a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our pupils. Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals who share your passion for making a lasting difference.</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Full time</li>\n<li>Starting salary from £37,338 depending on skills and experience</li>\n<li>Start Date: As soon as possible</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please note that this role is not suitable for newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists. This role would be suitable for candidates with knowledge and experience in line with agenda for change band 6. We would also consider applications from individuals looking for a band 5/6 development post.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>What you will do</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Deliver specialised speech, language, and communication support to children and young people (aged 4-19) with complex autism, learning difficulties, and behaviours that challenge, within a school setting. </li>\n<li>Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure every pupil's needs are understood, accurately planned for, and closely monitored.</li>\n<li>Empower teaching staff with expert advice to support pupils' communication development, driving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.</li>\n<li>Provide both direct and indirect therapy to individuals and groups of pupils, ensuring tailored care and support.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Who we’re looking for</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A qualified Speech and Language Therapist with HCPC registration</li>\n<li>Experience working with children with autism and complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields</li>\n<li>A commitment to evidence-based practices and a passion for helping children thrive</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you’re ready to make a profound impact, download our recruitment pack for a full job description and person specification. The ideal candidate will meet the essential criteria listed.</p>\n<p>Please see <a href=\"https://abbeyschool.com/job/speech-and-language-therapist\">https://abbeyschool.com/job/speech-and-language-therapist/</a> for more information </p>\n<p><strong>Why join Abbey School?</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Join Something Exceptional:</strong> Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.</p>\n<p><strong>State-of-the-Art Resources:</strong> Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.</p>\n<p><strong>Professional Development:</strong> Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.</p>\n<p><strong>Inspiring Location:</strong> Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle</p>\n<p><strong>Additional Benefits:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Competitive salary</li>\n<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme</li>\n<li>Technology appropriate for your job</li>\n<li>Comprehensive staff training programme</li>\n<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>\n<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits</li>\n<li>Refer-a-friend bonus scheme </li>\n<li>The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others</li>\n</ul>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Starting salary from £37,338 depending on skills and experience","publishDate":"2024-12-23T13:06:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-17T09:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/603dc7d9-b48c-41ee-ab0d-a1ff00e432d9.JPG","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e67d069e-7f7c-4328-a7cc-01cef9b41c19","title":"Social Worker, Assessment","employer":"St Helens Borough Council","department":"","location":"St Helens Metropolitan Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce. St Helens Borough Council is on a mission to be a leading Council for best practice and an employer of choice for individuals seeking a rewarding role and career.<br><br>Working as part of our Assessment Team at St Helens Borough Council means you will enjoy a wide range of competitive salary and benefits, flexible working, and continuous development at all career stages. We are a strong, resilient Council, that respects and values the individuality and diversity that every employee brings We encourage applications from all sections of the community to enable us to represent the neighbourhoods in which we serve.<br><br>Making a difference at St Helens as a Social Worker in Assessment.<br><br>Joining us as a Social Worker in Assessment means you will provide expertise commensurate with your role, experience and grade acting as invaluable resource to the team and department working in a diverse, challenging and rewarding environment. If you are a social worker who really likes to make a difference, is keen to develop and is keen to take on the challenge then, you can read our full job description and person specification criteria documents for full information along with application submission information.<br><br>St Helens is a great place to work so why not see what our colleagues have to say and to discover our full range of in work benefits. We understand that you may have some questions so if you would like to explore any aspect of this role before applying you are welcome to discuss this with us by submitting an expression of interest request to socialcarerecruitment@sthelens.gov.uk and a member of the Assessment team will be in touch to discuss any questions you might have.<br><br>This is a hybrid position with some home working, however the post will require you to be based at our offices in St Helens and be able to attend the St Helens area regularly as part of your work.<br><br>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration.<br><br>Thank you for your interest in working for us at Children’s Services St Helens Borough Council and we look forward to receiving your application.<br><br>Thank you for your interest in working for us.<br>If you are experiencing issues with applying online, you can contact a member of the team at Recruitment@sthelens.gov.uk and a form will be sent to you to complete.<br><br>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Employer. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.<br><br><br>Equality & Diversity<br><br>St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality & Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality<br><br>St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident Employers lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.<br><br>NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life.<br>All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"From: £37,366 per annum To: £45,511 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-23T13:03:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-06T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1857bf8e-4bf8-4dae-988b-0fc9f926669b.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"643d916e-f1e3-463a-92de-e733c7700bb0","title":"SEND Classroom Teacher","employer":"Cheshire West & Chester Council","department":"Abbey School","location":"Chester","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Based in the heart of Chester City Centre, Abbey School is an Independent Special School for young people with autism aged 4-19 years whom may have additional learning difficulties and behaviours that challenge.</p>\n<p>Due to the continued growth and success for Abbey School, we are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic teachers to join our team. From Early Years Foundation Stage to Key Stage 3, we have opportunities for educators eager to support the next generation.</p>\n<p>This role is full-time</p>\n<p>Salary: Main Pay Scale</p>\n<p>Opportunities available: EYFS all the way through to KS3</p>\n<p>Start date: February half-term, Easter and May starts are available</p>\n<p>This role is not suitable for NQT/ECT's.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Duties will include, but not limited to:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Planning, preparing and delivering learning activities to enable children and young people to enjoy learning, make progress and experience a sense of wellbeing.</li>\n<li>Creating a positive learning environment, reflective of the school’s culture and ethos as set out in its curriculum purpose statement.</li>\n<li>Leading a class team to provide outstanding teaching and learning for all children and young people.</li>\n<li>Assessing, recording and reporting progress for children and young people within the class.</li>\n<li>Preparing for and contributing to Person Centred Reviews.</li>\n<li>Working in partnership with parents, colleagues and other professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>You will be joining a friendly, enthusiastic and well qualified staff team and will find this post challenging, stimulating and rewarding. An excellent comprehensive in-service training and an induction programme will be provided by the school.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>We are seeking Teachers who are:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Committed to supporting students with special educational needs.</li>\n<li>Skilled at motivating and inspiring learners across a range of abilities.</li>\n<li>Dedicated to supporting the unique needs of every pupil, ensuring individualised support.</li>\n<li>Effective communicators with outstanding interpersonal abilities.</li>\n<li>A collaborative team member who can also excel independently.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>For further information please download the recruitment pack which contains a detailed job description and person specification. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Why join Abbey School?</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Join Something Exceptional: </strong>Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.</p>\n<p><strong>State-of-the-Art Resources: </strong>Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.</p>\n<p><strong>Professional Development: </strong>Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.</p>\n<p><strong>Inspiring Location: </strong>Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. 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We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce.<br><br>Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey.<br><br>Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support.<br><br>Making A Difference as A Mechanical Sweeper in the Operations Department<br><br>St. Helens Borough Council is looking to recruit several enthusiastic, motivated operatives to work on our Mobile Teams to provide all aspects of the street cleansing service.<br><br>This is a great opportunity to join an existing team of highly trained staff responsible for the maintenance of Parks, Playing Fields, Open spaces, Cemeteries and Schools, highways throughout the borough. It is essential for these areas to be maintained to a safe and high standard throughout the seasons.<br><br>St Helens Council will offer you an attractive salary with 185 hours annual leave (rising to 207.2 hours after 5 years' service) plus Bank Holidays per year.<br><br>A comprehensive range of employment benefits, including access to the local government pension scheme and sick pay scheme and on-site parking.<br><br>Duties will include maintenance Streets, Parks, Open Spaces and Cemeteries<br><br>To drive any vehicle, excluding HGVs, to perform all activities that fall within the street cleansing service of St Helens Council.<br><br>To undertake driver’s daily checks, cleaning, and maintenance of vehicles.<br><br>To sign in/out vehicle keys, and to ensure that any spare vehicle used is tipped and fuelled each day.<br><br>To carry out the removal of fly tipping, emptying of dog and litter bins, street sweeping and other duties as required.<br><br>To perform all tasks to the required level of productivity and quality.<br><br>To update current information to ensure work sheets are completed as necessary.<br><br>Taking on-site decisions in non-routine circumstances.<br><br>To pass on general communications to colleagues and being the point of contact for the office.<br><br>To communicate by mobile phone/radio or in written form at the request of management.<br><br>Dealing with public enquiries relating to street cleansing.<br><br>Carry out work to written specifications, and subsequent completion of relevant documentation to agreed timescales, including timesheets & record of inspections.<br><br>Applicants must have at least 1 year experience of working for local authority<br><br>A full driving license is essential - minimum of category C1+E.<br><br>Interested to Find Out More?<br><br>You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here.<br><br>You are also welcome to contact us for a chat before applying, please contact:<br><br>Please contact:<br>paulmoreland@sthelens.gov.uk<br>darrenhaigh@sthelens.gov.uk<br>waynebloor@sthelens.gov.uk<br>garystevens@sthhelens.gov.uk<br><br>Thank you for your interest in working for us. If you are experiencing issues with applying online, you can contact a member of the team at Recruitment@sthelens.gov.uk and a form will be sent to you to complete.<br><br>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.<br><br>Equality & Diversity<br><br>St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality & Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality<br><br>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Employer. 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You will be critical in ensuring the key performance targets as they apply to the team, the service and the Council are met.</p>\n<p>If you join Sefton now, you will be part of something exciting and new as we continue our improvement journey.</p>\n<p><strong>Opportunities</strong></p>\n<p>We currently have a number of vacancies within our Support & Protect Teams which will see you work closely with children and families with the support of excellent team managers and service managers.</p>\n<p><strong>Our offer to you</strong></p>\n<p>We offer competitive salaries between SCP 36-39 £44,428 - £47,420 (pay award pending) In addition ‘Market Rate Supplements’ of up to £5,000 are available.</p>\n<p>We all know how important time away from the workplace is which is why we offer a generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 5 years continual service in addition to 8 bank holidays.</p>\n<p>Other benefits include: local government pension scheme, enhanced sick pay scheme and family friendly leave with pay, agile/flexible working opportunities and access to occupational health services. 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The Governors see this as an excellent opportunity to develop high-quality leadership and management skills alongside an experienced Headteacher.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>All Saints is set in a state-of-the-art building, extremely well-resourced indoors and outdoors.</p>\n<p>We are a designated Nature-Friendly school, with Forest School being well-established throughout.</p>\n<p>Personal development, behaviour and welfare were judged to be outstanding at the last inspection.</p>\n<p>The school employs its own Educational Psychologist, Counsellor and Speech Therapist to support and enhance classroom practice on a day-to-day basis.</p>\n<p>Governors ensure the professional development of staff is a high priority and they make a similar commitment to the successful candidate.</p>\n<p>Culturally rich, we are the most diverse primary school in Sefton and are proud to welcome children from all over the world.</p>\n<p>As the first Sefton school to receive School of Sanctuary accreditation, we seek to create a \"home from home\" for every child in our school.</p>\n<p><strong>Expressions of interest are invited from leaders who:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are practising Catholics, with a clear understanding of the Deputy's role in supporting the headteacher and governors in realising their vision for the school.</li>\n<li>Have a proven, recent track record as a Deputy Headteacher in a primary school, experienced in driving improvements and building effective relationships with colleagues, children, parents and external partners.</li>\n<li>Have an excellent understanding of the EYFS and Primary National Curriculums and planning for a range of needs, including SEND and EAL.</li>\n<li>Are outstanding classroom practitioners, keen to share their expertise, to coach, mentor and challenge staff, in order to ensure the best possible outcomes for all of our children.</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>In return we can offer you:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>An opportunity to develop and enhance your skills and experience, working in a vibrant setting.</li>\n<li>A warm, nurturing, inclusive, Catholic community, working with children who are polite, appreciative, eager to learn and a joy to be with.</li>\n<li>An experienced and committed staff team and a very supportive and forward-thinking Governing Body.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><em> </em></p>\n<p>Interested applicants must have ‘in principle’ agreement from their current Headteacher.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>In the first instance, interested candidates should forward a written expression of interest to the Clerk to Governors, Mrs L A Walker -  finance.allsaints@schools.sefton.gov.uk</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) and will be subject to an enhanced DBS certificate with a children’s barred list check. 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