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We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. </p><p>In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to <a href=\"https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/\">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a></p><p><strong>Our recruitment process:</strong></p><p>As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities</p><p>As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£53,885 - £58,185","publishDate":"2025-03-31T15:43:19.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-27T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/606ea3f6-a950-4030-9aa5-5868f5858ece.png","score":2628.0808,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d53e46e8-75bb-449d-881a-aa305316dd80","title":"External Funding Manager","employer":"Birmingham Children's Trust","department":"","location":"Birmingham","locationType":3,"description":"<div>Birmingham Children's Trust is recruiting for an External Funding Manager. 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Our training packages are hugely comprehensive, with programmes to help you develop and progress into management roles or achieve new diplomas.</p>\n<p>We also provide a broad range of wellbeing support, such as staff counselling, occupational health support and the Able Futures ‘Access to Work’ scheme.</p>\n<p>Flexible working opportunities are also on offer, providing you are available to fulfil the duties of your role.</p>\n<p>For more in-depth details about <a href=\"https://stokechildrensocialcarecareers.co.uk/#our-offer\">our benefits</a> and life at Stoke-on-Trent, please visit our careers site: <a href=\"https://stokechildrensocialcarecareers.co.uk\">https://stokechildrensocialcarecareers.co.uk</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Additional information</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Please note that this role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.</strong></p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this role, please contact a member of our management team:</p>\n<p>Stacey Hegarty – Registered Care Manager: <a href=\"mailto:Stacey.Hegarty@stoke.gov.uk\">Stacey.Hegarty@stoke.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p>Chris Whalley – Head of CWD Residential Services and Outreach: <a href=\"mailto:Chris.Whalley@stoke.gov.uk\">Chris.Whalley@stoke.gov.uk</a></p>\n<p><strong>We will be shortlisting on a rolling basis, with interviews taking place bi-weekly on Wednesdays. </strong></p>\n<p>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment.  This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).</p>\n<p>Stoke-on-Trent City Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this – we therefore encourage applications from all sections of our community. 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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. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.</p><p>We look forward to receiving your application!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£54,138 - £57,130 (advertised salary is inclusive of a market supplement - please see advert for more detail)","publishDate":"2025-04-06T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-04T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0f0fafca-e47f-495e-b07e-15f96450c57a.png","score":2442.3816,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fa456376-7477-4d59-9466-f2b2f3749faf","title":"School Business Manager","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"COVENTRY","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Our school is at the heart of its community located on the south edge of Coventry in an economically disadvantaged area.  Our two-form entry primary school, with a 68 place nursery, prides itself in the work we do to support our spirited community.  We are a committed and diverse group of teachers and support staff, unified in our approach to ensuring that our pupils become the best they can be. We do this with the belief that all pupils, can achieve excellent outcomes when surrounded and supported by skilled teachers with high expectations.</p><p>The school has a culture of developing and rewarding potential through continuing professional development. We have the highest expectation of all of our staff and pupils, with a strong commitment to promoting their well-being. Our curriculum is strongly rooted in the needs of our pupils and our value-led education with pupil involvement, enjoyment and achievement at its heart.</p><b>Our Values</b><br><p><strong>‘As individuals we are unique. Together we build a community’</strong></p><p>Learning in primary school can transform a child's life and we aim to make the difference for our children.</p><p>Every person in our school strongly promotes the values of kindness, honesty, respect, responsibility and growth. These values are encompassed by the value we place on community; belonging to and contributing to the school and wider community.</p><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>The Headteacher and Governors are looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic and forward-thinking professional to join our senior leadership team as the School’s Business Manager.</p><p>This is a key leadership role in our exciting and innovative primary school and you will need to have a proven track record working as a school business manager and leading a number of school teams.  </p><p><strong>Key Duties include:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>A strategic leadership role as a member of the School’s senior leadership team</li>\n<li>Responsibility for the School’s finances </li>\n<li>Oversee management of the premises </li>\n<li>Lead on Health and Safety</li>\n<li>Lead HR practice and policy</li>\n</ul><p>In addition, you will lead a team of non-teaching support staff, acting as the Line Manager for the Office Manager, the School’s Site Services Manager and Senior Lunchtime Supervisor.</p><p>You will work 37 hours per week, but start and finish times can be negotiated. The post is term-time only plus 5 Teacher Days and a further 3 weeks during school closure periods. This is likely to be at the start and end of the summer holidays, and one further week to be negotiated.</p><p><strong>We can offer you:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Delightful children who are eager to learn</li>\n<li>A collaborative, supportive and caring team that puts the children at the centre of all that they do</li>\n<li>A commitment to staff welfare and work-life balance</li>\n<li>A strong culture of professional development to support staff to achieve highly and enjoy a successful career</li>\n<li>The opportunity to be part of an aspirational school</li>\n<li>The option to work flexibly, including some working from home if this suits the needs of the school.</li>\n</ul><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p><strong>We are looking for someone who:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Is a strategic thinker, who leads by example – setting high standards for themselves and others</li>\n<li>Is truly passionate about making a difference to the life chances of our children</li>\n<li>Has a strong and successful educational background working at Leadership level</li>\n<li>Works on their own initiative and is calm in a busy working environment</li>\n<li>Is appropriately qualified in School Business Management, administration, management, finance or HR</li>\n<li>Can demonstrate an ongoing commitment to their professional development</li>\n<li>Has a comprehensive understanding of IT systems</li>\n<li>Has a deep understanding of customer service and sees parents as partners in education</li>\n<li>Wants to affect change</li>\n</ul><p>If you have experience of leadership or management in an education setting and wish to embrace a new and exciting challenge, we would love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>We strongly recommend you visit us to see if we are a good match for your ambitions. This can be arranged by emailing: <a href=\"mailto:lsmedmore@willenhallprimary.org\">lsmedmore@willenhallprimary.org</a></strong></p><p>Interview date 19 May 2025.</p><p>Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.</p><p><strong><em>Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.</em></strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£40,832 - £47,463 (this is the actual salary, pro rata to reflect term time only plus 3 weeks)","publishDate":"2025-04-14T14:07:58.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8b5b4d5a-9f68-4ce2-ad64-44b8d98c2437.jpg","score":2432.4998,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dc73b187-8ef3-4cce-b4dc-fbdd84afe1f5","title":"Practice Manager - Social Work Academy","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Practice Manager - Social Work Academy </strong></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, 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.</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 ‘our colleagues’. </p><p><strong>Our Team:</strong></p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our Social Work Academy in Halton. </p><p>The Social Work Academy collaborates with the entire children’s workforce, utilising quality assurance, collaborative feedback, and Ofsted findings to address areas requiring development. </p><p>Additionally, and potentially more impactful for long-term workforce retention and ongoing practice improvement, you will be integral in the continuing development of the centre of excellence for learning and development. This centre offers social work professionals and related social care roles ongoing professional development through an inclusive training programme.  </p><p>We're looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting the workforce to improve outcomes for our children and families. Our approach focuses on developing good practice in all areas of our work, in order to provide the best support to the children and families in Halton.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have experience in practice improvement and quality assurance as well as substantial experience in frontline social work. They will have managerial and/or supervisory experience and have been part of an improvement journey where they have developed the skills to motivate and shape the practice of others. </p><p>Our priorities are ever changing, therefore the individual will be able to adapt to our evolving improvement journey in order to be instrumental in supporting Halton’s improvement journey.  </p><p><strong>Hours:</strong> 37 per week</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><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 Kadie Molyneux, Service Manager Social Work Academy, 01515117557 or kadie.molyneux@halton.gov.uk </p><p>Interviews will take place on 20/05/2025 at DCBL stadium, Lower House Ln, Widnes WA8 7DZ.</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. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.</p><p>We look forward to receiving your application!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,718 - £48,710 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-15T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4fc98401-8aae-4b9f-950b-a792ad241671.png","score":2428.336,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"46bb1317-8226-4d53-b393-9f0bceecff7b","title":"BI and Insights Manager","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"Coventry, One Friargate, Station Square, Coventry","locationType":3,"description":"<p>The post is within the Planning and Performance Directorate, which is at the heart of the City Council. It helps us drive performance and understand how we can best meet the diverse needs of our residents and services. The Performance and Insights Team champions a culture of better decisions through evidence and engagement across the city and the Council. We utilise our unique position of having oversight of the interdependencies and impact of multiple changes to influence important decisions for the city and its citizens.  </p><p>We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.</p><b>Our Values</b><br><p>In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.</p>\n\n<p>Our Values are:</p>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n\t<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n\t<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n\t<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n\t<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n\t<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul>\n\n<p><img alt=\"The Image “Our Values” is an image of text. It is a logotype for our One Coventry Values - Open and fair, Nurture and develop, Engage and empower, Create and innovate, Own and be accountable, Value and respect\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/images/ONE_COV_infographic.jpg\" width=\"687\"></p>\n<b>What is the job role?</b><br><p>We are looking for a Business Intelligence and Insights Manager to join the Performance and Insights Team. Your focus will be on supporting Adult Social Care within a very busy, innovative, forward-thinking team.</p><p><strong>  The BI and Insights Manager role will be to:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Lead on delivering Adult Services insight by extracting information from our data systems, interpreting data, and using it to drive business decisions and actions.</li>\n<li>Be responsible for making valuable data accessible to colleagues and stakeholders, assisting the organisation in data-driven decision-making.</li>\n<li>Oversee the collection and interpretation of performance data by working with stakeholders to articulate performance objectives and success indicators and create appropriate dashboards and performance reporting to support the delivery of high performance.</li>\n<li>Develop strategies and methods for data collection, analysis, and reporting.</li>\n<li>Deliver statutory returns, support CQC Inspections and any other submissions, accurately and on time</li>\n</ul><p> This is a temporary post for 15 months to cover maternity leave.</p><p><br></p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p><strong>To be successful in this role you will;</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Have the ability to lead and develop a team of analysts.</li>\n<li>Have the ability to work with and business partner cross-functional teams to gather and interpret business requirements, managing high levels of expectation to deliver projects to tight timescales.</li>\n<li>Have excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex data insights and research to both technical and non-technical stakeholders</li>\n<li>Experience and competency across a range of analytical tools such as Power BI, SQL</li>\n<li>Previous working experience in a Local Authority (Adult Social Care would be preferable) and in a Business Intelligence Manager or similar role </li>\n</ul><p>Within our team, women and people from a global majority background are currently under-represented across our middle-management team, as a result we would like to encourage women and people from global majority backgrounds to apply for this post.  This does not prevent any other applicants with a protected characteristic or a non-protected characteristic from applying.</p><p>When applying for this role, you will be asked to write a personal statement. Please include the following information in your statement:</p><ul>\n<li>Your ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams and to earn credibility and trust with senior colleagues to provide expert advice and challenge.</li>\n<li>Your advanced research, data analysis and ICT Skills to extract, report and present data</li>\n<li>Your experience and knowledge of local government, including working as a Business Intelligence Analyst or similar role</li>\n</ul><p>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility\">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.</p><p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong> - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. 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The IFT service is contactable 24/7 to ensure the most effective and timely support to families and you will be required to participate in a rotational on-call rota (which is subject to an additional payment as per Birmingham City Council policy).</p><p><em>Travel is an essential part of this job and therefore it would be extremely difficult for you to do your job effectively if you did not use a car for all or most of the time.  Therefore, it is essential that you hold a full and valid driving licence and it is expected that you will have access to use of a vehicle.</em></p><p><strong>In order to be considered for this role please complete an application form demonstrating how you meet the competencies required as outlined in the attached person specification.  CVs will not be accepted</strong>.</p><p><strong>For informal enquiries please contact Andy Pepper on 07766922599.</strong></p><p><strong>The closure date is 8th May 2025.</strong></p><p><strong>Help us to change children and young people’s lives</strong><strong>!</strong></p><p>At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. 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Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.</p><p>Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.</p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. </p><p>Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.</p><p>The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. </p><p>We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. 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Leaving Care","employer":"Birmingham Children's Trust","department":"","location":"Birmingham","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>With substantial additional investment to further improve and enhance our offer to CiC and care leavers post 16, Teams Managers with the passion and experience in improving outcomes are sought to help us realise our aspiration of wanting the best for all the children and young adults that we support.</strong></p><p>Our Leaving Care service is one of the Nation’s biggest and supports care experienced young adults in their transition from care to independence now from the age of 16+</p><p>Our priority is to support and enable care experienced young adults to realise their aspiration and ambition and have a sense of feeling cared for, cared about and able to care for themselves. Champion their voice as Corporate Parents in all that we do.</p><p>A commitment to a systemic, strength, relationship and solution focused practice model that contextualise the needs of care leavers through a trauma informed/adverse childhood experiences lens is essential.</p><p>You will be a Social Work England registered social worker, bringing to the role a track record of working with children in care or care leavers. A skilled supervisor, having a proven ability to develop individuals and teams, enabling them individually and collective to a make a difference in the outcomes for our care leavers.</p><p><strong>For further information please contact:- Liz Davenport, HOS on <a>Liz.Davenport@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk</a></strong></p><p><strong>Help us to change children and young people’s lives</strong><strong>!</strong></p><p>At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.</p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Impactful Work</strong> - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Supportive Environment</strong> - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Development</strong> - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous Benefits</strong> - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Our Values</strong></p><p>We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.</p><p>We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.</p><p>We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.</p><p>Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.</p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. </p><p>Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.</p><p>The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. </p><p>We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£50,788 - £62,801 per year","publishDate":"2025-04-07T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-28T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1381b95b-a83e-4bfc-8880-60d4bd3e1ba9.png","score":2376.034,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0d858718-9500-4db1-b70c-3fa0de79878a","title":"Deputy Team Manager","employer":"Birmingham Children's Trust","department":"","location":"Birmingham","locationType":3,"description":"<div><p>Birmingham Youth Justice Service is in the middle of an exciting and extensive modernisation programme with a clear goal to become the sector leading youth justice service.  We are creating a progressive, creative, energetic and inspiring Service that is best equipped to understand and reduce offending behaviour amongst children and we are looking for the right people to help us to achieve this. </p></div><div><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right person to join Birmingham Youth Justice Service as a Deputy Team Manager.As a valued member of the service, you will have a key role in supportingreform,contributing tothe setting and delivery of strategic priorities, and ensuring the smooth and efficientdeliveryof services. </p></div><div><p>You are the right person for this role if you: </p></div><div><ul><li><p>Can see beyond the offence and see the child </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Want to tackle head on disproportionality and inequality across youth justice </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Believe that behaviour is a form of communication and offending is symptomatic of their experiences </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Are committed to hearing the voice of the child, their families/carers and their victims and bringing this into the centre of what we do    </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Want to work with children to build on their strengths and promote a childhood removed from the justice system. </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Are passionate, motivated, and enthusiastic about delivering high quality services to children, victims, caregivers, and communities. </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Have experience and skills matched to the relevant job description and person specification. </p></li></ul></div><div>\n<ul><li><p>Have a desire to work with and alongside others, to learn, innovate and deliver improvements</p></li></ul>\n<div><div>Interview dates will be held on Thursday 22nd May 2025.</div></div>\n</div><br><p><strong>Help us to change children and young people’s lives</strong><strong>!</strong></p><p>At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.</p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Impactful Work</strong> - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Supportive Environment</strong> - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Career Development</strong> - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Generous Benefits</strong> - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Our Values</strong></p><p>We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.</p><p>We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.</p><p>We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.</p><p>Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.</p><p><strong>Safeguarding</strong></p><p>At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. </p><p>Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.</p><p>The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people. </p><p>We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.</p><div>Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,511 - £49,764 per year","publishDate":"2025-04-10T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-04T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9b8717b0-a1a7-49a6-b800-f1d2fad291e6.png","score":2365.6277,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ebd00c9f-fd3f-4b59-a8b6-03e93b99ffc7","title":"Team Manager - DAT","employer":"Halton Borough Council","department":"","location":"Halton Borough Council, United Kingdom","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Team Manager – Duty & Assessment</strong></p><p>X1 Permanent position</p><p>X1 12 month maternity cover</p><p><strong>Do you have a passion to make a difference to the lives of children?</strong></p><p><strong>Are you looking for somewhere where you can make as much of a difference to the life chances of children and young people as possible? </strong></p><p><strong>A place where you are always looking forward; where there’s a big focus on continuous learning and career progression?</strong></p><p>Halton Children’s Social Care are looking to recruit two Team Managers for our Duty and Assessment Team. We have one permanent position and one 12-month fixed-term contract (covering maternity leave). If you are an experienced manager and looking for a new challenge, 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><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><p><strong>Our Team:</strong></p><p>We have a strong vision for social work practice in Halton and we are currently reviewing our practice model, though embedding a relationship-based practice model with a systemic practice and trauma informed approach is essential. We’re on an improvement journey and we’ve made it our mission to ensure that children and young people get the best service from us, so they are able to thrive and achieve.</p><p>For experienced workers we offer the opportunity for progression and continued professional development including a Practice Educator pathway and Leadership Programmes. We have strong links to our local Universities and we offer specialist training and membership of Research in Practice.</p><p>Team Manager posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration.</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><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 the Head of Service for ICART and DAT Sarah.Ellison@halton.gov.uk.</p><p>Interview dates are TBC.</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. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.</p><p>We look forward to receiving your application!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£54,138 - £57,130 (advertised salary is inclusive of a market supplement - please see advert for more detail)","publishDate":"2025-04-04T22:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-04T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/8383bd3c-c790-4353-b739-268aaebe2896.png","score":2248.4983,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6b980ff0-d9dd-49f5-80b5-2900df8bc487","title":"HMO Licensing Team Manager","employer":"Coventry City Council","department":"","location":"Coventry, One Friargate","locationType":3,"description":"<p><span>Coventry is expanding with a growing population, a buoyant and increasing private rented sector. A key strategic priority for the Council is to therefore keep residents safe and tackle poor housing conditions. </span></p><p><span>The Council currently responds to complaints in the Private Rented Sector and implements the Mandatory and Additional HMO licensing schemes to deal with issues caused by the poor management of privately rented HMO properties. These services and schemes offer an opportunity to work in a busy high-profile environment dealing with the inspection and enforcement all private rented homes, HMOs and HMO licensing. </span></p><p><span>If you are motivated, professional in your approach and have adept organisational skills then Coventry could be the place for you! </span></p><p><span>We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.</span></p><b>Our Values</b><br><p>In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.</p><p>Our Values are:</p><ul>\n<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>\n<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>\n<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>\n<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>\n<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>\n<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>\n</ul><p><img alt=\"The Image “Our Values” is an image of text. It is a logotype for our One Coventry Values - Open and fair, Nurture and develop, Engage and empower, Create and innovate, Own and be accountable, Value and respect\" height=\"150\" src=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/images/ONE_COV_infographic.jpg\" width=\"687\"></p><b>What is the job role?</b><br><p><span>We are looking for an HMO Licensing Team Manager to join our Safer Housing and Communities Team. You will be working under the general direction of the Head of Safer and Communities, delivering key services to landlords, tenants, and residents in the city.  </span></p><p><span>You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the HMO Licensing Team, providing leadership, motivation and supervision to the team; and will deputise where necessary for the Head of Safer Housing and Communities. </span></p><p><span>The full list of duties and responsibilities is in the Job description attached.  </span></p><b>Who are we looking for?</b><br><p><span><span>We want you to have extensive, s</span></span><span><span>ubstantial knowledge and understanding of managing a team delivering the regulation of HMOs across the city of Coventry. You will lead our efforts in ensuring the highest standards of service through the delivery of our HMO licensing schemes aimed at improving the management and quality of HMOs in the city. </span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span>You will need to demonstrate that you have supervisory/ management skills to manage, motivate and develop a team to achieve business goals. You will have experience in working in a political environment and a relevant environmental health environment. </span> </span></p><p><br></p><p><span><span>We value and respect the diversity of our team and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities. Within our team, people from minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented across our middle-management team, as a result, we would like to encourage people from minority ethnic backgrounds to apply for this post. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability or who are neurodiverse.</span></span><span> </span></p><p>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility\">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you. </p><p><strong>Guaranteed Interview Scheme</strong> - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:</p><ul>\n<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>\n<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>\n<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>\n</ul><p>For full details on the application process please read the attached document labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.</p><p>Interview date(s):</p><p> </p><b>About Coventry</b><br><p><strong>Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.</strong></p>\n\n<p>We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.<br>\n<br>\nAt Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.</p>\n\n<p>To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.</p>\n\n<p>If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href=\"https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies\">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49764 - £55623","publishDate":"2025-04-10T15:30:16.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e7ee3d0f-120b-45a4-952b-924a26c03719.jpg","score":2191.482,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dc1488cf-7238-4fe0-8da1-21277b9829a6","title":"Group Accountant","employer":"Chesterfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"Chesterfield","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Reference:</strong> CBC25024<br><strong>Salary details: </strong>£48,710 to £51,802 per year<br><strong>Job term:</strong> permanent<br><strong>Appointment type:</strong> full time (x2 posts)<br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37 hours per week <br><strong>Location:</strong> Town Hall<br><strong>Department: </strong>Finance<strong> </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Post 1 - </strong><a title=\"(Group accountant financial management job description and person specification (opens in new window)):\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/media/ielhw05g/group-accountant-financial-management-job-description-and-person-specification.pdf\"><strong>Financial Management - Job description and person specification.</strong></a></p>\n<p><strong>Post 2 - </strong><a title=\"(Group Accountant Technical And Capital Job Description And Person Specification (opens in new window)):\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/media/jr2n5x3h/group-accountant-technical-and-capital-job-description-and-person-specification.pdf\"><strong>Technical and Capital - Job description and person specification.</strong></a></p>\n<p>If you would like an accessible version of a job description then please <a title=\"Contact Human Resources\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/jobs-training-skills-and-apprenticeships/looking-for-employment/jobs-at-chesterfield-borough-council/contact-human-resources/\">contact the Human Resources team</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.</strong></p>\n<p>The role of group accountant here at Chesterfield Borough Council offers an exciting opportunity to lead a small finance team and contribute significantly to the council’s financial operations. These newly created roles will play a key part in providing accurate financial reporting, driving efficiencies, as well as shaping the finance service. This is a fantastic opportunity to join us and help make a real difference to local services which are valued by the people of Chesterfield.</p>\n<p>The group accountant financial management role is to lead on the development, implementation and maintenance of processes and models to provide medium and long-term strategic information for the council’s financial planning and decision making. </p>\n<p>The group accountant technical and capital accounting role is to lead on statutory financial reporting, taking ownership of monthly reporting, year-end processes, and internal controls, while playing a vital role in strengthening financial governance across the organisation.</p>\n<p><strong>About you</strong><br>We believe great service starts with great people, and we are committed to recruiting and developing passionate, enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our organisation. </p>\n<p>The successful candidates will be CCAB qualified with a strong track record of leadership within a local government finance environment. You will have recent experience of undertaking financial analysis and a good understanding and experience of working with financial management systems. You must be flexible, organised and able to meet deadlines. You will have excellent attention to detail, first class communication skills and the ability to work closely with senior management. </p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about these roles please contact Chris Wilkes, Head of Finance, at <a title=\"Email Chris Wilkes\" href=\"mailto:chris.wilkes@chesterfield.gov.uk\">chris.wilkes@chesterfield.gov.uk </a> or for further information please view the job description and person specification attached. </p>\n<p><strong>Please indicate on your covering letter which role or roles you wish to be considered for. </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,710 to £51,802 per year","publishDate":"2025-04-14T15:06:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-07T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0161edd3-3a64-45b6-b743-395d0823d5a9.jpg","score":316.052,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a032f4f4-ec22-476d-929f-cd8e46b4fe18","title":"Client Affairs Service Officer","employer":"Staffordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Staffordshire Place 1","locationType":3,"description":"<p><span>The Client Affairs Service plays a key role within Adult Social Care & Safeguarding by supporting vulnerable people who lack the mental capacity to manage their own finances by acting as court appointed Deputy or Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) approved Appointee.  </span></p><p><span>The service aims to enhance the wellbeing of our customers whilst keeping them safe from financial abuse and ensuring their independence and choice are maintained.</span></p><b>Main Responsibilities</b><br><p><span>We have a hardworking and busy administrative team which ensures that clients finances are well managed in their best interests.  </span></p><p><span>As a member of the team, you will:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span>liaise closely with the client, their carers, family and friends to enable the client to live as independently as they can.  </span></li>\n<li><span>be responsible for managing all of the client’s finances including utility bills, bank accounts, occupational pensions, DWP benefits and investments.</span></li>\n</ul><b>The Ideal Candidate</b><br><p><span>Working within The Client Affairs Service requires teamwork, good organisational skills and a good level of competency using IT systems. </span></p><p><span>You will also need:</span></p><ul>\n<li>An understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and how it applies to Deputyship</li>\n<li>Knowledge of working with vulnerable adults who lack mental capacity to manage their own finances and property</li>\n<li>To plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure</li>\n<li>Experience of working in an administrative or finance function</li>\n<li>Knowledge of benefits and pensions payable to people by DWP.</li>\n<li>The ability and experience to operate a computer-based information system and use Microsoft Office packages</li>\n<li>Experience of working with internal & external customers to provide an excellent quality service</li>\n</ul><p>“We’re happy to talk flexible working” </p><p><span>We are currently working both from the office and remotely and it is anticipated that this will continue.</span></p><p><span><strong>Interviews will be held during the week starting 12 May 2025.</strong></span></p><p><span>For more information about the role please contact: Claire Rowney on 01785 895812 or <a href=\"mailto:claire.rowney@staffordshire.gov.uk\">claire.rowney@staffordshire.gov.uk</a></span></p><p><span><strong>Our Recruitment Process:</strong> We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.</span></p><b>About Staffordshire County Council</b><br><p><strong>We are no ordinary county council:</strong></p><p><strong>Our Values:</strong></p><p>The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.</p><p>Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:</p><p><img alt=\"\" height=\"272\" src=\"https://staffscc-uploads-eu-west-2.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/63806fb8a56160f4aa0fa5dc8ac1debabf27234b.jpg\" width=\"700\"></p><p>We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.</p><p>We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. </p><p><strong>Our benefits:</strong></p><p>We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. </p><p>In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to <a href=\"https://www.careersatstaffordshire.co.uk/our-rewards-and-benefits/\">Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire</a></p><p><strong>Our recruitment process:</strong></p><p>As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities</p><p>As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. </p><p>As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,409 - £29,093 (Pro Rata)","publishDate":"2025-04-10T09:33:14.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-02T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a13c1dba-cb68-443f-8470-7272a9fa7a61.png","score":250.13074,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8f3eb62c-b1f9-43f3-a484-c6266796261e","title":"Revenues and Benefits Officer","employer":"Chesterfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"Chesterfield","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Reference:</strong> CBC25023<br><strong>Salary details: </strong>the 2 posts are on a<strong> </strong>career grade scheme (Starting grade is 4 then progression to 5 and 6):<br>grade 4 starting salary: £24,790 to £25,584 per year <br>progression (grades 5 to 6): £25,992 up to £30,559 per year<br><strong>Job term:</strong> permanent<br><strong>Appointment type:</strong> full time <br><strong>Hours:</strong> x2 posts at 37 hours per week <br><strong>Location:</strong> Town Hall / Hybrid<br><strong>Department: Post 1:  </strong>Business Rates/credit income team / <strong>Post 2:</strong>  Council Tax/rents team</p>\n<p><strong>Join our team as Revenues and Benefits Officers! </strong></p>\n<p>Are you ready for a dynamic role where every day brings new challenges? </p>\n<p>Our full-time (37-hours per week), permanent positions offer stability and growth opportunities in the heart of Chesterfield Town Centre. </p>\n<p>We're seeking individuals experienced in Council Tax billing and recovery, rent billing and collection, or Business Rates billing and recovery. </p>\n<ul>\n<li>don’t worry if you lack service-specific experience; we welcome candidates who can meet our person specifications</li>\n<li>in this role you'll be at the forefront of our service reshape, embracing a more versatile approach</li>\n<li>your responsibilities include processing changes in customer accounts, awarding discounts and exemptions, for either Council Tax or Business Rates</li>\n<li>you'll play a vital role in collecting Council Tax, Business Rates, housing rent, commercial rent and sundry debt income and arrears owed to the council</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What are we looking for? </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>a proactive team player with a 'can-do' attitude, eager to learn and adapt to evolving demands</li>\n<li>local government experience is advantageous, but isn't not mandatory</li>\n<li>excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong numeracy skills, are essential</li>\n<li>you'll handle sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism, ensuring customers feel respected and understood</li>\n<li> a<span class=\"fontstyle0\"> satisfactory DBS certificate will be required.</span> </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Tech-savvy?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>fantastic! proficiency in various software applications is a plus</li>\n<li>being well-organised, accurate, and able to thrive under pressure are also key traits we value </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>In return, we offer more than just a job:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme with immediate life insurance and secure career-average pension</li>\n<li>flexible working: comprehensive flexible working options including home working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job share opportunities</li>\n<li>generous leave: 23 to 32 days annual leave (based on service) plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas leave</li>\n<li>enhanced family leave: above statutory minimum maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave</li>\n<li>health and wellbeing: free eye tests, counselling, physiotherapy, and an in-house mental health first aid team</li>\n<li>learning and development: support for your career with paid study leave, training opportunities, and professional fee coverage</li>\n<li>discounts and savings: cycle-to-work scheme, childcare vouchers, discounted leisure memberships, car park passes, and travel discounts</li>\n<li>trade union support: recognition of trade unions (UNISON, UNITE, GMB) with facilities and leave for representatives</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Ready to take the next step?</strong></p>\n<p>For more information, please contact Carolyn Szadura at  <a title=\"Email Carolyn Szadura\" href=\"mailto:carolyn.szadura@chesterfield.gov.uka\">carolyn.szadura@chesterfield.gov.uk</a> and check out the attached job description for full details and apply today using the attached expression of interest form.</p>\n<p><strong>Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>Interested candidates should initially apply with their CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role. Please send it to <a title=\"Email the human resources team\" href=\"mailto:hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk\">hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk</a> no later than the closing date shown below.</p>\n<p>If you don't already have a CV you can use our template below. We also have <a title=\"CVs and cover letters\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/jobs-training-skills-and-apprenticeships/looking-for-employment/jobs-at-chesterfield-borough-council/cvs-and-cover-letters/\">advice about how to write your cover letter</a>.</p>\n<div> </div>\n<p><a title=\"Opens in new window\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/media/00sjj2hc/chesterfield-borough-council-cv-template.docx\">CV Template</a> <img src=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/media/wwzpyupk/Word_icon.gif\" alt=\"Word\"> (Word 52 KB)</p>\n<p><strong>Closing date:</strong> 4 May 2025<br><strong>Provisional interview date: </strong>21<strong> </strong>May 2025</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"the 2 posts are on a career grade scheme (Starting grade is 4 then progression to 5 and 6): grade 4 starting salary: £24,790 to £25,584 per year  progression (grades 5 to 6): £25,992 up to £30,559 per year","publishDate":"2025-04-15T08:25:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-04T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7b76c1bb-6800-4f8b-a74f-0ab7ba54a1e1.jpg","score":217.62126,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"56a2b3ea-bd32-4d10-b58f-4047366ff24c","title":"Waking Night Care Worker - Children and Young People","employer":"Kedleston Group","department":"","location":"Allesley","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting young people? We’re looking for a\n<strong>Waking Night Care Worker - Children and Young People</strong> to provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive!</p>\n<p>You will play a crucial role in supporting the children’s needs overnight, ensuring their safety, well-being, and security in line with our policies and procedures. 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This allows us to help children build resilience, promote social inclusion, support engagement in the community and educational and vocational activities, promote independence and support children in rehabilitation and recovery amongst other outcomes.</p>\n<p>Austen Cottage is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).</p>\n<p>We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. 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