Connect2Halton

Are you passionate about helping people build confidence in the water? Comfortable in a swimming baths and confident guiding others through their swimming journey - from floating to freestyle? We're looking for enthusiastic Swimming Instructors to join our team and deliver high-quality lessons through the Swim England Learn to Swim Pathway . Whether you're helping someone swim their first length or refine their technique, your support makes a real difference. What You'll Be Doing Leading engaging, safe, and structured lessons for all ages Using your knowledge of Swim England's framework to guide learners Supervising participants and ensuring poolside safety at all times Encouraging progress, celebrating achievements, and handing out the occasional badge (and yes, they matter!) Setting up and tidying away poolside equipment - because nobody likes floating noodles in the deep end What We're Looking For A Level 2 Swimming Teaching Qualification (or equivalent) NRASTC or NPLQ Strong communication and motivational skills A calm, patient approach and the ability to adapt to different learners Someone who can keep cool under pressure What You'll Get Flexible hours that work around you A supportive team and ongoing training opportunities The chance to work in a rewarding role that really makes a difference A workplace where flip-flops are part of the uniform If you're ready to dive into a role where no two lessons are the same, we'd like to hear from you. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

We are currently seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join our Change Delivery Unit and support a programme of work across Education (SEND Reform) and Childrens services. The successful candidate will; Bring strategic insight into education and SEND reform, helping the Council align children's social care transformation with wider changes across education, inclusion and special educational needs and disabilities, while strengthening joint working, improving outcomes and ensuring services are sustainable and affordable. Provide senior level children's social care expertise to support and accelerate an established programme of transformation, working alongside existing corporate and service leadership arrangements Bring a proven track record of leading complex change within children's social careand/or education and SEND, with experience of translating strategic priorities into deliverable plans across workforce, service redesign, commissioning, placements, early help and statutory social care services. Provide constructive challenge and specialist advice to ensure proposals are evidence-based, operationally credible and capable of improving the quality, consistency and impact of services for children, young people and families. Continue and strengthen the focus on long-term sustainability and affordability, helping the Council to identify opportunities to manage demand, reduce reliance on high-cost provision and agency staffing, improve value for money and ensure that financial benefits are realistic and deliverable. Work collaboratively with senior leaders, managers, practitioners, partners and programme colleagues to resolve barriers, maintain pace and support effective implementation, while ensuring that safeguarding, statutory duties, workforce capacity and service quality remain central to decision-making. Duties Duties will include but are not limited to; Working with officers and leaders to develop proposals into robust business cases Working closely with Financial Management colleagues to develop financial modelling and track progress against trajectories. Developing and overseeing project plans and schedules. Coordinating and communicating with stakeholders, team members, and external partners. Monitoring and tracking project progress and identify any potential issues or risks. Leading and directing project officers and other project team members to ensure objectives are met on time and savings are achieved. Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and clients to provide support and challenge where appropriate. Produce regular, meaningful status updates and reports for a variety of audiences both internal and external, presenting these at meetings where appropriate. Highlight issues and challenges and proactively problem-solve, working in a positive and supportive manner with the senior leaders and officers. Reporting on project performance and outcomes in accordance with programme governance and reporting requirements of the wider change governance Ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards and requirements. Evaluating project outcomes and providing recommendations for future projects as part of the ongoing programme. About the Candidate An experienced programme manager with experience of managing complex change programme Experience and knowledge of SEND Excellent planning and organisational skills to develop programmes of work and manage against them. Strong project and budget management skills. Experience of preparing board level reports Knowledge and understanding of project management software packages specifically MS Project Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills Experience within environment services would be beneficial but is not essential. Successful candidate will be required to work one day per week on site. Initially more frequent to support relationship building Hours of work 37 per week Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Connect2Halton is currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Duty and Assessment Team within Halton Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive team environment where your skills and experience will make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Responsibilities: Undertake assessments of children in need and those at risk of harm. Work collaboratively with families, partner agencies, and professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Manage a caseload of children and families, ensuring timely and effective interventions. Prepare clear and concise reports for a variety of audiences including court. Qualifications & Experience: Social Work England registration. Experience within Duty and Assessment or similar. Ability to work under pressure and manage caseloads. Assessment and analytical skills. 3 years perm experience. Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.