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The service is delivered in a range of settings including supported living, respite and day services.</p>\n<p>This varied and rewarding role will involve providing person centred and bespoke care and support, assisting people to engage in opportunities that are meaningful to them, and this includes providing dignified personal care.</p>\n<p>You will be required to work flexibly across any of the Adult Provider Services throughout the borough, and the role can involve any of the following: shift work, waking nights, weekends and bank holidays. In some parts of the service, you will be required to lone work.</p>\n<p>You will join a friendly team where training and ongoing support is provided.</p>\n<p>The post is subject to enhanced hours and sleep in payments. An enhanced DBS check will also be undertaken.</p>\n<p>We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. 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Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.  Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad. </span></p><p><br></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£39,513 - £44,711 / £44,711 - £49,764","publishDate":"2025-04-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-10T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/366b5917-11d1-4707-b4fc-6897ea8aff11.png","score":7836.9185,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1ff51329-e336-45d0-921e-eaeff2fcc192","title":"Adult Social Worker","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Job Introduction</strong><br>Halton is a thriving and vibrant Borough where people can learn and develop their skills; enjoy a good quality of life with good health; a high quality, modern urban environment; the opportunity for all to fulfill their potential; greater wealth and quality, sustained by a thriving business community; and safer, stronger and more attractive neighbourhoods.</p>\n<p>We have a range of Full & Part-time Social Work/Occupational Therapy vacancies at present across Adult Social Care,</p>\n<p>Intermediate Care (Community and Bed based)<br>Hospital Teams based in Whiston NHS hospital<br>Safeguarding Team<br>Initial Assessment Team<br>Occupational Therapy Team<br>Complex Care Teams <br>Mental Health Team<br>Older People Mental Health Team<br>Some of the roles we have available are:</p>\n<p>Approved Mental Health Professionals –  £41,511 to £44,711 per annum AMHP’s will also attract an additional £2000 per annum Retainer Allowance. </p>\n<p>Advanced Practitioners – £41,511 to £44,711 per annum </p>\n<p>Social Workers – £37,938 to £40,476 per annum </p>\n<p>Occupational Therapist – £37,938 to £40,476 per annum </p>\n<p>Halton Borough Council covers Runcorn and Widnes, and we are committed to a strengths-based approach for Adults aged over 18 years. 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The teams work in partnership with other teams and departments internal to Halton Borough Council including Children and Family Services, and the Positive Behaviour Support Service.</p>\n<p>You will have experience in completing assessments under the Care Act, an understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and the completion of Continuing health care assessments.</p>\n<p>You will have a recognised professional qualification Social Work Degree, Occupational Therapist Degree, MA, Dip SW or equivalent, good interpersonal and communication skills a flexible approach and a willingness to continually improve your practice; in addition, you must hold a full driving licence.</p>\n<p>Some of the many benefits at working with us here at Halton include a supportive and enthusiastic service and excelllent peer support as well as structured supervision and training. 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We are looking for someone who is ambitious, has clear career aspirations and has the drive to make a significant change within our school.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The successful candidate must be an excellent practitioner and will need to provide our pupils with an outstanding education, as well as providing a strong and effective leadership to staff and building positive relationships. You must be able to positively influence the behaviour of others, motivating staff and pupils to engage fully with the core values of our school.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We are seeking a candidate who has an organised and methodical approach to work. They can demonstrate a passion for continual improvement and achievement, with an ability to inspire the confidence of pupils, parents and colleagues with their enthusiasm and commitment to the role.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> In addition, you will:</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Be an excellent team player, who is highly organised;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Have good understanding of developing and delivering a quality primary curriculum</p>\n<p>and learning experience;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Lead English and another subject across school;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Have a flexible, fair and empathic approach and will be able to meet the changing</p>\n<p>needs of our children;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Have high expectations of pupils and be committed to the school's aim of achieving</p>\n<p>excellent outcomes for all learners;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Have strong communication skills with the ability to build effective and positive</p>\n<p>relationships with both pupils, parents and staff;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Have the ability to develop excellent working relationships across the school,</p>\n<p>providing support, guidance and inspiration to all staff;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Have a strong belief that every child is unique and can, and should, achieve their</p>\n<p>maximum potential;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Lead subject leaders in Year 5/6 team and work in partnership with Lower KS2 lead;</p>\n<p>Monitor and evaluate teaching and learning;</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Work as part of SLT and liaise with SLT at St John’s Infant school.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please telephone the school office to arrange an appointment.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Please return completed Catholic Education Service application forms & the consent to obtain references form to Mrs Elaine Mullins, Headteacher.  Online applications will be acceptable and should be emailed to: schooloffice@stjohns-junior.wirral.sch.uk)</p>\n<p>Please refer to the M23 for further details - CVs will not be accepted.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The interview process for shortlisted candidates will include an observation of you teaching.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Safeguarding is taken very seriously, and appointment is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced Level DBS. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The school is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of our children and expects the same level of commitment from all staff.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>The closing date for applications is: 02/05/2025 12 noon</p>\n<p>Shortlisting: 02/05/2025</p>\n<p>Interviews: 06/05/25 and 07/05/2025</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,650 - £49,084","publishDate":"2025-03-21T10:51:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-02T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9a6ce58d-5a8d-4302-818a-2089602e0226.jpg","score":5968.3203,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c698fa8a-d61d-4597-baf5-a5dd33e3e508","title":"Social Worker - Children in Care 0-16","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Job Introduction</strong><br>Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of children in care?</p>\n<p>We are interested in hearing from both experienced and newly qualified Social Workers who would like to join our Children in Care Team working with children aged between 0-16 years.</p>\n<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. 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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><strong>Our Team and the role: </strong></p>\n<p>The team is responsible for ensuring that all Children in Care are matched with carers able to meet their needs with a long-term plan of permanency and supported to achieve positive outcomes in all areas.</p>\n<p>The children in care service have stable teams of social workers, community support workers and team managers as well as service manager and head of service.</p>\n<p>As a social worker in the team, you will be responsible for care planning for children in care ensuring they are safe, happy and achieving their aspirations and goals. 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This includes a protected caseload, dedicated time for study, a tailored training package and additional reflective supervisions. You will be allocated an ASYE assessor who works alongside you and your line manager to ensure you are supported throughout your first year in practice and beyond.</p>\n<p>For experienced workers we offer the opportunity for progression and continued professional development which includes a focus on your development including opportunities to become a practice educator, work with our local universities on delivering course material to student and progression to advanced practitioner. We have strong links to our local Universities, and we offer specialist training and membership of Research in Practice. We aim to support you throughout your career whether you want to progress through a specialism, management pathways or teaching.</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 Lyndsey Ratcliffe (Service Manager Children in Care) on 0151 511 8594.</p>\n<p>Interviews will provisionally take place on 29th May 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. 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Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.</strong></p><p>We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!</p><p>Liverpool Children’s Services have high ambitions and are on an improvement journey to become outstanding.  We have an inspirational leadership team who have a fresh vision, dedicated to driving practice forward.  It’s an exciting time to join us and be part of that change.</p><p><strong> </strong><strong>The Role: </strong></p><ul>\n<li>In the role of SEND Communication Lead, you will develop and embed a co-produced SEND Communications Strategy. 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If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.</strong></p><p>If you would like to talk to a member of the team about the role or have an informal discussion, please contact Kelly Carey, Head of SEND and Inclusion at <a href=\"mailto:kelly.carey@liverpool.gov.uk\">kelly.carey@liverpool.gov.uk</a></p><p>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.</p><p><span class=\"fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable\"><span class=\"fr-mk fr-draggable\"> </span></span></p><p>Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. </p><p>If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk.</p><p>Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including spam/junk folder, after the closing dates for notifications. Please ensure you complete your full profile, work, and education history in Tribepad.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£39513 - £44711","publishDate":"2025-04-08T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-27T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1826a62b-8d10-4486-b1a4-ea48d96f8f4f.png","score":4972.4106,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"27c332c6-30a8-4140-a859-3bdc93829013","title":"EYFS Lead & Class Teacher","employer":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Schools","location":"St Oswald's CE Primary School","locationType":3,"description":"<p>To commence 01.09.2025.</p>\n<p>A permanent opportunity for an Early Years Lead / Reception Class Teacher has arisen at our school following the resignation of our current outstanding leader who has been in post since 2014.  We are looking for an outstanding, enthusiastic practitioner to ensure all our pupils get the best start in their education and achieve a good level of development.<br> <br>The Governors are looking to employ a committed, reflective and experienced Early Years Lead / Reception Class Teacher, full time, (32.5 hours per week) who will lead, manage, develop and maintain high quality teaching and provision across our Early Years and to teach in Reception class.</p>\n<p>This as an exciting opportunity for an experienced Reception class teacher to work at our school, as a leader who is dedicated to providing the best outcomes for all of our pupils.</p>\n<p>Our school is an inclusive one-form entry, Church of England primary school with a Nursery in Netherton, Bootle.</p>\n<p>Our modern and inspired school building and brand new Early Years unit reflect our ambition to work creatively to build a better future for all our pupils, our parents, our staff and the local community. </p>\n<p>Our children learn to be well behaved, polite and respectful towards each other and members of staff.  They are encouraged to be motivated in their learning, have high aspirations and good relationships which make them fantastic ambassadors for our school.  </p>\n<p>Our parents are keen to work with the school to both enhance their children's learning and achievement as well as ensure the school provides a positive focal point for the local community.</p>\n<p>Our staff benefit from our strong emphasis on professional development, shared leadership and an innovative approach to all that we do. </p>\n<p>We are committed to protecting and promoting children’s rights and our commitment to this has been recognised by UNICEF in their Rights Respecting School Award.</p>\n<p><strong>As a school, we can offer:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A warm, family orientated school based on Christian faith</li>\n<li>Enthusiastic and motivate pupils, staff, families and governors</li>\n<li>Dedicated, hardworking and friendly colleagues</li>\n<li>Polite and motivated pupils who are keen to learn</li>\n<li>CPD to support the needs of the school and personal professional development</li>\n<li>An up to date, modern working environment</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>We are looking for someone who:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Is an outstanding practitioner</li>\n<li>Has a strong background and specialist qualification in Early Years</li>\n<li>Has commitment and passion for inclusion, ensuring individual pupil needs are identified early and are met through targeted provision</li>\n<li>Has successfully led a subject across the whole school</li>\n<li>Has undertaken NPQ in leadership or is prepared to undertake the training</li>\n<li>Has worked effectively with external agencies</li>\n<li>Has a desire to work closely with families to enhance children’s experiences</li>\n<li>Is a team player, able to inspire others to approach their practice creatively so that all learners believe in themselves</li>\n<li>Will work strategically alongside the Leadership Team in the school</li>\n<li>Will work with teachers to help to monitor pupil progress throughout the key stages and drive up standards</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You will bring a real passion to raising the achievement and outcomes for our pupils, working alongside the Early Years team and ensure that the needs of all pupils are met within the classroom. 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You will also be competent in accurately maintain clear and concise written records and producing reports.</p>\n<p><strong>Hours available:</strong></p>\n<p>2 x 23.5 hours</p>\n<p>2 x 30 hours</p>\n<p>1 x 28 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 18 hours</p>\n<p>1 x 23 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 21 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 27.5 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 20 hours</p>\n<p>1 x 32 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 28.25 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 17 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 22 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 34.5 hours </p>\n<p>1 x 36 hours</p>\n<p><br><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<p>•A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 26 days per year + bank holiday entitlement, increasing with long service</p>\n<p>•Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</p>\n<p>•3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</p>\n<p>•Investment in your personal development </p>\n<p>•Free Car Parking at HBC sites </p>\n<p>•Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme<br><br><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 Hayley Grimes, hayley.grimes@halton.gov.uk</p>\n<p><strong>Interviews will take place on 7/5/25 and 9/5/25</strong></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><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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This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive, growth oriented school community that values and champions its staff. </p>\n<p>About Grove Street Primary School: </p>\n<p>Grove Street Primary is a Centre of Excellence for Inclusion, a Therapeutic School, a Centre of Excellence for Oracy (Voice 21), and a School of Sanctuary. We are fully committed to ensuring every child has a champion, meeting their emotional, social, and academic needs with the utmost care and support. Our inclusive approach means all children are valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. </p>\n<p>As a local Family Hub, we support children from birth, with Early Years Provision starting at age 2. 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At Grove Street, mental health and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do, not only for our children and families, but for our staff too. </p>\n<p>Please apply by application form (with personal statement) to the Headteacher, Mrs Lisa Walsh.<br>Visits to school: Wednesday 23rd April 4.00pm and Thursday 24th April 4.00pm (please ring our office to book a visit) <br>Closing Date: 9am Monday 28th April 2025 <br>Observation / task and interviews are to be held on Tuesday 6th May 2025 </p>\n<p>The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. <br>Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). <br>All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability. </p>\n<p>Grove Street Primary School <br>Grove Street, <br>New Ferry, <br>CH62 5BA</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26959 to £27409","publishDate":"2025-04-02T07:57:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T08:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0dd8e680-059c-41d0-9951-53c2a51f6af1.jpg","score":4354.9146,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0e858c87-c81c-4149-b0a5-93bebd74b3b8","title":"Social Worker","employer":"St Helens Borough Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"JT-inner\">\n<div class=\"JT-row JT-col-12 JT-section JT-text JT-text-100 JT-site JT-twelve JT-column\"><div class=\"JT-container\">\n<p><br><strong>We are St Helens Borough Council</strong></p>\n<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 Adults and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put people firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.</p>\n<p><strong>Making a Difference as Social Worker in Adults Services</strong></p>\n<p>Our Social Workers are pivotal to our teams. When you join us in Adult Services you will undertake needs led assessments and provide specialist support to adults and their carers, service users, and colleagues.</p>\n<p>It is essential that you have a knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and guidance, risk factors and difficulties relevant to client groups, understanding of rehabilitation processes, particularly in relation to older people, knowledge of user and carer issues and a thorough understanding of the care management process.</p>\n<p>To apply you will also have experience of developing care packages, working with those 18 plus, older/disabled people and working in a muliti-agency setting.</p>\n<p>CQSW, DipSW or CSS or BA Hons in Social Work is essential and willingness to undertake all essential training.</p>\n<p>This is an exciting opportunity for you to utilise existing skills and develop new ones. You will receive continuous support, development, and career progression opportunities on your journey with us. The posts will require you to regularly attend the St Helens office and travel around the St Helens and surrounding areas.</p>\n<p><strong>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.</strong></p>\n<p>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.</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>Contact Cares is a large and busy multi-disciplinary team and is the single point of access for health and social care referrals. As the team continues to develop, we are looking to recruit a motivated Assessment and review worker to join our assessment and discharge team within the service. 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A place where you're always looking forward, with a strong focus on continuous learning and career progression? Look no further!</p><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for two individuals to join our Care Leavers Team in Halton.</p><p>If you are a children's social care manager or an experienced social worker looking to make your next move, we would love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Our Story:</strong></p><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.</p><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><p>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>. </p><p><strong>The roles:</strong></p><p>As the Team Manager for Care Leavers, you will supervise a team of Personal Advisors who support young people who have left care up to the age of 25, in line with legislation. Our team works with young people aged 16-25 and also collaborates with social workers who support most 16-18-year-old children in care to help plan transitions into adulthood.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of Leaving Care legislation, good practice, and guidance, as well as Children in Care legislation. A passion for what it is to be a corporate parent and supporting care-experienced young people is vital for this role.</p><p>For the second Team Manager role, you will be responsible for managing a team of 16 Plus Social Workers and USAC Social Workers. Previous experience in this area is essential</p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> 37</p><p><strong>Our Offer:</strong></p><p>Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:</p><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>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n</ul><p>The Social Work Academy plays an integral part in supporting our staff in all service areas, with the aim of improving outcomes for our children. </p><p>We’re a learning and developing Local Authority, with our Executive Director and Director for Children’s Social Care fully involved and supportive of our developing and improvement journey.</p><p>There is a stable and very experienced Senior Leadership Team in Halton, with supportive and nurturing Service Managers working in our looked after service.</p><p><strong>The Market Supplement applicable to the advertised role is as follows:</strong></p><p><strong>For salaries of HBC10 - £8,420</strong></p><p><strong>Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.</strong></p><p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p><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 Emma Wright – Emma.Wright@halton.gov.uk.</p><p><strong>We are actively reviewing applications throughout the duration of this advert and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview asap. Therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application as soon as possible and enjoy the many benefits of working for Halton Borough Council<em>. </em></strong></p><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><p><strong>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.</strong></p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. 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Your role will ensure that our communications are clear, consistent and inclusive, making sure that key stakeholders both internal and external are actively involved and kept informed throughout the process</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the person</strong></p>\n<p>We are looking for a proactive and experienced leader with a proven track record in extensive stakeholder engagement, ideally within a public sector or transport focused environment.  You will have the ability to develop and implement an engagement strategy that ensures messaging is clear, consistent, inclusive and reaches a wide audience including hard to reach groups. </p>\n<p>Your passion for developing and managing stakeholder relationships and surpassing their expectations is a quality that we are looking for and would make you a great candidate for this role</p>\n<p>Your commitment to our Liverpool City Region and passion for how public transport drives our ambition to be the best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business should be the core of what drives you in this role. And as with all our CA colleagues, a commitment to diversity and inclusion must run through everything you do</p>\n<p><strong>If you think you match the job description and our values then click on the link to apply, indicating how you meet the person specification.</strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the organisation</strong></p>\n<p>The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.</p>\n<p>The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Staff benefits </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>•‍Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>\n<li>•‍Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>\n<li>•‍Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>\n<li>•‍Flexible and hybrid working</li>\n<li>•‍24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>\n<li>•‍Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme</li>\n<li>•‍Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>\n<li>•‍Bike to Work Scheme</li>\n<li>•‍Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Equality, Diversity & Inclusion </strong></p>\n<p>We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all candidates who met the essential criteria in the job description and who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.</p>\n<p>The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£47,461 - £51,387","publishDate":"2025-04-10T08:52:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T11:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3e828618-f03e-4f6f-9dd3-a42f66006ad5.jpg","score":3926.4448,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"33a5b3e1-dfd4-4ca4-b169-069deabfae90","title":"Social Worker - Children in Need","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Are you ready to make a real impact? Join us in making a difference!</strong></p>\n<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.</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>Why join us?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Be part of a transformation</strong>: This is more than just a job—it's a chance to be a key player in turning our services around. Your skills, insights, and energy will be crucial in driving the change we need.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Investment in services</strong>: We recognise that in order for good Social Work practice to flourish, our offer of services needs to improve. As a Local Authority, we are already committed to developing our contextual safeguarding service, edge of care, and family network coordinators, to name just a few.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Supportive environment</strong>: We understand the complexities and demands of Social Work. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you will have the opportunity to work alongside many of the great Social Workers and managers within our service. Our managers support a small number of Social Workers to ensure that they can provide the required and appropriate level of support.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Professional development</strong>: We are committed to investing in our team with continuous training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Hours: </strong>37</p>\n<p><strong>Your Contributions:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Passion and resilience</strong>: We’re looking for individuals who are not just looking for a job, but are passionate about making a positive difference and committed to transforming our service.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Strong ethical foundation</strong>: A deep commitment to ethical practice and a compassionate approach are essential as we work to rebuild trust and deliver high-quality support to those in need.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Commitment to continuous improvement</strong>: Continuous improvement is one of our core values in Halton. Whether we are inadequate or outstanding, we believe that improvement should never stop, so we are seeking Social Workers who are aligned with this.</li>\n</ul>\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>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>A relevant market supplement amount is included in the advertised salary for each grade as follows:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Grade HBC7 - £2,710</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Grade HBC8 - £2,710</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Grade HBC9 - £3,710</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.</strong></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 Jill Evans (0151 511 8047), Sarah Daly (0151 511 7575) or Alicia Lambley (0151 511 6252).</p>\n<p><strong>This is a rolling advert, therefore applications will be continuously reviewed and applicants invited to interview before the advertised end date. </strong></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><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. 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":"£37,024 - £48,421 (advertised salary is inclusive of a market supplement - please see advert for more detail)","publishDate":"2025-04-04T22:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-02T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/799d7f96-a91d-4e24-8aa1-4e7ae312fd53.png","score":3876.8704,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4385a8bc-4a48-45b8-ac35-ab5dce19b926","title":"Assessment and Review Worker - Contact Cares","employer":"St Helens Borough Council","department":"","location":"To be confirmed","locationType":3,"description":"<div class=\"JT-inner\">\n<div class=\"JT-row JT-col-12 JT-section JT-text JT-text-100 JT-site JT-twelve JT-column\"><div class=\"JT-container\">\n<p><strong>We are St Helens Borough Council</strong></p>\n<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.</p>\n<p>An opportunity has arisen for a driven and innovative Assessment and Review Worker to join People’s Services within Contact Cares. This large and busy multi-disciplinary team and is the single point of access for health and social care referrals. As the team continues to develop, we are looking to recruit a motivated Assessment and Review worker to join our assessment team within the service. The team consists of both qualified and unqualified Social Care, Nursing and Therapy staff. We offer planned and urgent assessments and provide a 2-hour response under Urgent Community Response Criteria.<br><br>The Contact Cares team also provide initial contact, care planning, onward referrals, and signposting services for a wide range of adult clients across health and social care. With a focus that stretches from prevention and early intervention, to reducing hospital admissions and readmissions the work is varied and interesting.<br><br>The team operate from 8.00 am until 10.00 pm 7 days per week to include Bank Holidays. This post will be shift working to a rota over 7 days.<br><br>St Helens is a strong and resilient Council, which respects and values the individuality and diversity that every employee brings to the Council. We seek to create a positive and open working environment.<br><br> Awarded Investors in People Gold Status<br> Attractive salary, retention, and relocation package<br> Excellent pension scheme<br> Car user allowance and car parking facilities<br><br>This post will provide an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a diverse and interesting role and contribute to the team's exciting development.<br><br>This Authority is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br><br><strong>This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure</strong></p>\n<p><strong>The post offers Enhancement for Weekends & Out of Hours </strong><br><br>Must be able to drive, have access to a car and have a valid licence</p>\n<p>Interested to Find Out More?</p>\n<p><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 contactcares@sthelens.gov.uk</p>\n<p>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.</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\">\n<p>St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. 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><strong>Equality & Diversity</strong><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</p>\n<p><br>St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.</p>\n</div></div>\n<div class=\"JT-col-3 JT-section JT-images display-unset JT-pull-right\"><div class=\"JT-container\"><img class=\"remove-filter-invert\"></div></div>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"27,711 - 30,060 per annum plus weekend enhancements","publishDate":"2025-04-15T10:01:38.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T23:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/06238c77-1fb7-48a8-b04e-c23da548557e.jpg","score":3745.1594,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5043a644-a488-481d-b2f1-27ea0f0b0bc9","title":"Senior Night Care Assistant","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Our Story:</strong></p><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><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.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><p><strong>Our Team:</strong></p><p>Madeline McKenna is a residential care home in Widnes. The home is a 23 bedded care home with staff on duty 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. </p><p>Night shift workers include 1 senior care assistant and 1 care assistant. Our care and support work shift pattern is a rolling 3 week rota which will include weekend shifts. Night worker shift commences at 10pm, and finish at 8am. Enhancements are paid for unsociable hours. </p><p>We are looking for a hard-working, compassionate individual who has the ability to confidently maintain safety of the building during the night. We require a good team member who can develop and maintain effective working relationships; this will include relationships with service users, staff members and external professional you will be liaising with.</p><p>Confidence with medication administration is desired as this will be part of your regular responsibilities. Successful candidate must have NVQ in Health and Social Care.</p><p><strong>Our Offer:</strong></p><p>Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:</p><p>• A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</p><p>• Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</p><p>• 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</p><p>• Investment in your personal development </p><p>• Free Car Parking at HBC sites </p><p>• Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</p><p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p><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 Mellor on 01515117446 or via email at kelly.mellor@halton.gov.uk. </p><p>Interviews will take place 3rd June. </p><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><p>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.</p><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><p>We look forward to receiving your application!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,711 - £30,060 FTE (£14,978.92 - £16,248.65 pro rata)","publishDate":"2025-04-22T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-18T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0f5773c6-5710-448a-a4e9-6dd4f669280b.png","score":3705.1396,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"328bd943-056a-415a-a502-00c117f14942","title":"Care Assistant - Days and Nights","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p>We are currently recruiting for Care Assistant – Day and  Nights to work at Millbrow Care Home</p>\n<p> Hours ranging from: 22 – 33 hours per week. Shifts set over a 7 day period and include weekends and bank holidays.</p>\n<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>Are you somebody who can create a safe and supportive environment for residents with a range of complex health conditions? Then this could be just the role for you! <br><br> Millbrow is a 44 bedded nursing home situated in Widnes</p>\n<p>Both roles also attract a 9.16% pay allowance with an additional 10% allowance for night working 19.45 - 08.00. </p>\n<p>We recognise that it takes an individual with inspirational passion and a kind nature to make a difference to the lives of others and our Care Homes will give you the opportunity to get to know the residents and their families and help ensure that truly personalised care is delivered.</p>\n<p>You will supervise, mentor and develop a team of care workers and provide the highest standards as well as having the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team.</p>\n<p><strong>Your Contributions:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Experienced in providing person-centred care in line with individual care plans, including addressing personal care needs and encouraging physical support.</li>\n<li>Skilled in maintaining verbal and written records and effectively communicating with service users and colleagues.</li>\n<li>Proficient in spoken English with the flexibility to work varied hours and cover shifts as needed.</li>\n<li>Strong team player committed to collaborative work within a care setting.</li>\n</ul>\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>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 Jayne Adamson on 0151 511 6584</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. 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