The main purposes of this position are as follows: 1. Lead the planning and delivery of one-to-one support for children and young people allocated in the youth justice services assessed as high risk and meeting Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) criteria. This requires excellent engagement skills with vulnerable young people subject to statutory intervention from the youth justice service as part of a Court order. 2. To create alongside the Youth Justice Service Case Manager a weekly Intensive ISS timetable. To plan, deliver and review support packages designed to ensure a high standard, smooth and consistent delivery of timetabled activities for young people and their families including the services of other agencies. 3. To deliver specific interventions with children and young people on a one-to-one and group work basis contributing towards supporting children's desistance from offending, safety & well being and risk of harm to others. 4. Developing, organising and facilitating community reparation placements. Supervising children/young people attending these community reparation placements and monitoring attendance to support Youth Justice Service practitioners to manage interventions. Keeping records up-to-date and ensuring compliance and enforcement in line with the Youth Justice Service breach procedure, and through the Court process when necessary. 5. Lead the planning, facilitation and evaluation of the Youth Justice Service 'youth forum'. The hours of this role as 35 hours per week. For more information, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums.
Apr 03, 2026
Seasonal
The main purposes of this position are as follows: 1. Lead the planning and delivery of one-to-one support for children and young people allocated in the youth justice services assessed as high risk and meeting Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) criteria. This requires excellent engagement skills with vulnerable young people subject to statutory intervention from the youth justice service as part of a Court order. 2. To create alongside the Youth Justice Service Case Manager a weekly Intensive ISS timetable. To plan, deliver and review support packages designed to ensure a high standard, smooth and consistent delivery of timetabled activities for young people and their families including the services of other agencies. 3. To deliver specific interventions with children and young people on a one-to-one and group work basis contributing towards supporting children's desistance from offending, safety & well being and risk of harm to others. 4. Developing, organising and facilitating community reparation placements. Supervising children/young people attending these community reparation placements and monitoring attendance to support Youth Justice Service practitioners to manage interventions. Keeping records up-to-date and ensuring compliance and enforcement in line with the Youth Justice Service breach procedure, and through the Court process when necessary. 5. Lead the planning, facilitation and evaluation of the Youth Justice Service 'youth forum'. The hours of this role as 35 hours per week. For more information, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums.
Brokerage Officer Children & Adults Services Pay Rate: £16.35 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Work Pattern: Hybrid minimum of two days per month in the office, with flexibility required to attend more frequently depending on service needs. Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and motivated Brokerage Officer to source, negotiate and coordinate care and support arrangements for children and adults. You will work closely with social workers, providers, families and commissioning teams to ensure high-quality, cost-effective placements that meet individual needs and outcomes. This role plays a critical part in supporting vulnerable children and adults by ensuring appropriate placements, safeguarding, and compliance with legislation. Key Responsibilities Receive and manage referrals for care and support packages Source appropriate placements and negotiate best value with providers Liaise with families, service users, social workers and providers throughout the placement process Ensure placements meet individual needs, preferences and outcomes Complete contract documentation, approvals and panel submissions Maintain accurate records using placement and case management systems Provide advice, information and signposting to families and professionals Support market development and maintain strong provider relationships Ensure safeguarding and legal compliance at all times Contribute to commissioning, procurement and service improvement activity Experience using placement or case management systems (e.g. CONTROCC) Understanding of safeguarding, SEND and supported accommodation Awareness of national and local priorities in children s services Required Experience Experience in brokerage, commissioning, placements or social care Experience working with children, families or vulnerable people Liaising with multi-disciplinary teams and external providers Placement finding or supported accommodation experience Understanding of Children s Social Care and SEND This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference while working in a professional, fast-paced environment that supports children and vulnerable adults. To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
Brokerage Officer Children & Adults Services Pay Rate: £16.35 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Work Pattern: Hybrid minimum of two days per month in the office, with flexibility required to attend more frequently depending on service needs. Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and motivated Brokerage Officer to source, negotiate and coordinate care and support arrangements for children and adults. You will work closely with social workers, providers, families and commissioning teams to ensure high-quality, cost-effective placements that meet individual needs and outcomes. This role plays a critical part in supporting vulnerable children and adults by ensuring appropriate placements, safeguarding, and compliance with legislation. Key Responsibilities Receive and manage referrals for care and support packages Source appropriate placements and negotiate best value with providers Liaise with families, service users, social workers and providers throughout the placement process Ensure placements meet individual needs, preferences and outcomes Complete contract documentation, approvals and panel submissions Maintain accurate records using placement and case management systems Provide advice, information and signposting to families and professionals Support market development and maintain strong provider relationships Ensure safeguarding and legal compliance at all times Contribute to commissioning, procurement and service improvement activity Experience using placement or case management systems (e.g. CONTROCC) Understanding of safeguarding, SEND and supported accommodation Awareness of national and local priorities in children s services Required Experience Experience in brokerage, commissioning, placements or social care Experience working with children, families or vulnerable people Liaising with multi-disciplinary teams and external providers Placement finding or supported accommodation experience Understanding of Children s Social Care and SEND This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference while working in a professional, fast-paced environment that supports children and vulnerable adults. To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
Attendance Officer requried in Birmingham. Your new company You will be joining a large and well established local authority dedicated to ensuring that every child has access to suitable education. Their Attendance & Inclusion Service provides targeted support to children who are currently not in school, working in partnership with families, schools, and wider agencies to secure positive outcomes. Your new role As an Attendance Support Officer, you will play a key role in helping children access education by: - Engaging with families to support acceptance of appropriate school placements. - Progressing non engaging cases through the formal legal process, including preparing and issuing statutory letters. - Identifying suitable school places for children not on waiting lists and supporting parents through the admissions process. - Working collaboratively with schools, services, and external agencies to achieve timely placements. - Conducting occasional home visits when all other attempts at contact have been exhausted, always attended with another officer present. This role is primarily home based and will involve managing your own caseload while adhering to statutory timescales. Rate of pay: £14.12 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)35 Hours per Week Enhanced DBS Required What you'll need to succeed - Experience at a senior administrative level, preferably in a casework or family support environment.- Excellent communication skills and confidence in having persuasive, constructive conversations with families. - Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage time, deadlines, and complex information effectively. - Professionalism, sensitivity, and a high regard for confidentiality. - A commitment to safeguarding and supporting children's educational outcomes. - Flexibility to attend occasional local home visits. - An Enhanced DBS What you'll get in return - A competitive rate of £14.12 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay).- The flexibility of a predominantly home based role. - The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's access to education. - Support from both the local authority and Hays throughout your assignment. - Experience within a well respected service, adding valuable expertise to your CV. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
Attendance Officer requried in Birmingham. Your new company You will be joining a large and well established local authority dedicated to ensuring that every child has access to suitable education. Their Attendance & Inclusion Service provides targeted support to children who are currently not in school, working in partnership with families, schools, and wider agencies to secure positive outcomes. Your new role As an Attendance Support Officer, you will play a key role in helping children access education by: - Engaging with families to support acceptance of appropriate school placements. - Progressing non engaging cases through the formal legal process, including preparing and issuing statutory letters. - Identifying suitable school places for children not on waiting lists and supporting parents through the admissions process. - Working collaboratively with schools, services, and external agencies to achieve timely placements. - Conducting occasional home visits when all other attempts at contact have been exhausted, always attended with another officer present. This role is primarily home based and will involve managing your own caseload while adhering to statutory timescales. Rate of pay: £14.12 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)35 Hours per Week Enhanced DBS Required What you'll need to succeed - Experience at a senior administrative level, preferably in a casework or family support environment.- Excellent communication skills and confidence in having persuasive, constructive conversations with families. - Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage time, deadlines, and complex information effectively. - Professionalism, sensitivity, and a high regard for confidentiality. - A commitment to safeguarding and supporting children's educational outcomes. - Flexibility to attend occasional local home visits. - An Enhanced DBS What you'll get in return - A competitive rate of £14.12 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay).- The flexibility of a predominantly home based role. - The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's access to education. - Support from both the local authority and Hays throughout your assignment. - Experience within a well respected service, adding valuable expertise to your CV. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Attendance Officer - Primary School, North Sheffield Are you an organised, detail-focused professional looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a welcoming Primary School in North Sheffield who are seeking an Attendance Officer to join their team as soon as possible. The Role As Attendance Officer, you will play a vital part in ensuring pupils are fully supported to achieve excellent attendance. You will: Monitor daily registers and follow up absences promptly. Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies to promote good attendance. Maintain accurate records and prepare attendance reports for senior leaders. Support the school's safeguarding processes by identifying patterns of absence and working proactively to address concerns. About You We're looking for someone who is: Confident using Bromcom (or similar school management systems). Highly organised with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work sensitively and effectively with children, families, and professionals. Experienced in a school or educational setting (preferred but not essential). The School This friendly and supportive primary school has a strong community ethos and is committed to giving every child the best start in life. They are looking for a reliable and compassionate team member who will positively contribute to their safeguarding and pastoral provision. Why work with Tradewind Recruitment? Access to free CPD training to support your professional growth. A dedicated consultant available to guide and support you every step of the way. Competitive pay rates, paid weekly. Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression. Location: North Sheffield Start date: ASAP If you're ready to take on this rewarding role and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today with your CV or contact Tradewind Recruitment Sheffield for more information.
Oct 06, 2025
Seasonal
Attendance Officer - Primary School, North Sheffield Are you an organised, detail-focused professional looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Tradewind Recruitment is delighted to be working with a welcoming Primary School in North Sheffield who are seeking an Attendance Officer to join their team as soon as possible. The Role As Attendance Officer, you will play a vital part in ensuring pupils are fully supported to achieve excellent attendance. You will: Monitor daily registers and follow up absences promptly. Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies to promote good attendance. Maintain accurate records and prepare attendance reports for senior leaders. Support the school's safeguarding processes by identifying patterns of absence and working proactively to address concerns. About You We're looking for someone who is: Confident using Bromcom (or similar school management systems). Highly organised with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to work sensitively and effectively with children, families, and professionals. Experienced in a school or educational setting (preferred but not essential). The School This friendly and supportive primary school has a strong community ethos and is committed to giving every child the best start in life. They are looking for a reliable and compassionate team member who will positively contribute to their safeguarding and pastoral provision. Why work with Tradewind Recruitment? Access to free CPD training to support your professional growth. A dedicated consultant available to guide and support you every step of the way. Competitive pay rates, paid weekly. Opportunities for long-term placements and career progression. Location: North Sheffield Start date: ASAP If you're ready to take on this rewarding role and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today with your CV or contact Tradewind Recruitment Sheffield for more information.
Temporary Accommodation Officer About The Role Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Housing, Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of Cotswold District Council. The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements. The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation. • You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation. • The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B s) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from temporary accommodation as soon as possible. • Create bespoke Tenancy Ready plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this. • You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation. • Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel s, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. What we are looking for Someone who values structure, confidentiality, and professionalism as much as they do empathy and support. You will be expected to handle sensitive personal information with the utmost discretion, in line with GDPR and safeguarding protocols. Maintaining client confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role. This role requires a strong understanding of professional boundaries and the ability to maintain them even in emotionally complex situations. This is a rewarding but demanding role ideal for someone who thrives on helping others in crisis, but who understands the importance of clear boundaries, resilience, and confidentiality. You will need resilience and adaptability as you will often work with people experiencing stress, crisis, or confrontation, so it is essential you can manage these situations calmly and confidently. Being emotionally resilient and understand how to support others without becoming personally involved or emotionally entangled. Teamwork is essential for this role to work effectively with colleagues and external agencies. Please note you will be based at the hostel 5 days a week and will need the ability to travel as required. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. You will need • GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English) • Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service • Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes • DBS Check Publica is a unique place to work we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 7% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. About Us You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Temporary Accommodation Officer About The Role Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Housing, Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of Cotswold District Council. The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements. The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation. • You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation. • The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B s) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from temporary accommodation as soon as possible. • Create bespoke Tenancy Ready plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this. • You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation. • Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel s, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. What we are looking for Someone who values structure, confidentiality, and professionalism as much as they do empathy and support. You will be expected to handle sensitive personal information with the utmost discretion, in line with GDPR and safeguarding protocols. Maintaining client confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role. This role requires a strong understanding of professional boundaries and the ability to maintain them even in emotionally complex situations. This is a rewarding but demanding role ideal for someone who thrives on helping others in crisis, but who understands the importance of clear boundaries, resilience, and confidentiality. You will need resilience and adaptability as you will often work with people experiencing stress, crisis, or confrontation, so it is essential you can manage these situations calmly and confidently. Being emotionally resilient and understand how to support others without becoming personally involved or emotionally entangled. Teamwork is essential for this role to work effectively with colleagues and external agencies. Please note you will be based at the hostel 5 days a week and will need the ability to travel as required. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. You will need • GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English) • Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service • Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes • DBS Check Publica is a unique place to work we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 7% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. About Us You will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Salary: £14.62 per hour Hours: Casual, Zero Hours Contract: Zero Hours Start date: November 2025 Be the difference between exam stress and exam success! We are recruiting for Exams Invigilators to join our Exams team.This is a flexible role that provides full training and the opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team. You're someone who'll be able to: Commit and maintain the appropriate standards of professional conduct at all times; Attend any training necessary as directed by the exams officer; Maintain confidentiality and security of examination materials. About Lift Kingsley Lift Kingsley, is a 'Good' 11-18 secondary school that has made remarkable progress in recent years. Our school has grown significantly and is now full in every year group, with waiting lists across all years-a testament to our success, positive culture, and exceptional student behaviour. At Kingsley, we are proud to be an inclusive and supportive community school, committed to giving every student the opportunity to achieve academic excellence. This is more than a school-it's a place where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of young people, helping them to reach their full potential and prepare for bright futures. Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: Comprehensive training : Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits : From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks : Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. The role is due to commence November 2025. This is a zero hours, casual contract. Closing date: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Follow us on and . Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click to view the website for further details. Downloads
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Salary: £14.62 per hour Hours: Casual, Zero Hours Contract: Zero Hours Start date: November 2025 Be the difference between exam stress and exam success! We are recruiting for Exams Invigilators to join our Exams team.This is a flexible role that provides full training and the opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team. You're someone who'll be able to: Commit and maintain the appropriate standards of professional conduct at all times; Attend any training necessary as directed by the exams officer; Maintain confidentiality and security of examination materials. About Lift Kingsley Lift Kingsley, is a 'Good' 11-18 secondary school that has made remarkable progress in recent years. Our school has grown significantly and is now full in every year group, with waiting lists across all years-a testament to our success, positive culture, and exceptional student behaviour. At Kingsley, we are proud to be an inclusive and supportive community school, committed to giving every student the opportunity to achieve academic excellence. This is more than a school-it's a place where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of young people, helping them to reach their full potential and prepare for bright futures. Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: Comprehensive training : Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits : From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks : Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. The role is due to commence November 2025. This is a zero hours, casual contract. Closing date: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Follow us on and . Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click to view the website for further details. Downloads
Salary: £11.95 per hour + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: Casual Contract: zero hours Start date: October 2025 Are you passionate about education? We are recruiting for Exams Invigilators to join our Exams team.This is a flexible role that provides full training and the opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team. You're someone who'll be able to: Commit and maintain the appropriate standards of professional conduct at all times; Attend any training necessary as directed by the exams officer; Maintain confidentiality and security of examination materials. Looking to make a difference every day? Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring our students receive the education they deserve. You'll provide invaluable support to delivering an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. You're someone who has: Experience of a busy work/school environment Experience of working as part of a team Excellent communication skills About Lift Bexleyheath Lift Bexleyheath is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school with a strong sense of community. Our school serves a diverse student population, and we are proud of the relationships we build with our families and wider community. The school is located in Bexleyheath, just 30 minutes from central London by train, and offers an excellent environment to both live and work. With a brand-new sixth form centre and investment in teaching spaces, it's an exciting time to join our team. We're proud to say that Lift Bexleyheath is on a journey of sustained improvement and innovation. You'll be joining a school with strong leadership and a shared determination to achieve the very best for every student. Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: Comprehensive training : Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits : From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks : Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. The role is due to commence November 2025. This is a zero hours, casual position. Closing date: 25 October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Follow us on and . Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click to view the website for further details. Downloads
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Salary: £11.95 per hour + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits Hours: Casual Contract: zero hours Start date: October 2025 Are you passionate about education? We are recruiting for Exams Invigilators to join our Exams team.This is a flexible role that provides full training and the opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team. You're someone who'll be able to: Commit and maintain the appropriate standards of professional conduct at all times; Attend any training necessary as directed by the exams officer; Maintain confidentiality and security of examination materials. Looking to make a difference every day? Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring our students receive the education they deserve. You'll provide invaluable support to delivering an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. You're someone who has: Experience of a busy work/school environment Experience of working as part of a team Excellent communication skills About Lift Bexleyheath Lift Bexleyheath is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school with a strong sense of community. Our school serves a diverse student population, and we are proud of the relationships we build with our families and wider community. The school is located in Bexleyheath, just 30 minutes from central London by train, and offers an excellent environment to both live and work. With a brand-new sixth form centre and investment in teaching spaces, it's an exciting time to join our team. We're proud to say that Lift Bexleyheath is on a journey of sustained improvement and innovation. You'll be joining a school with strong leadership and a shared determination to achieve the very best for every student. Who is Lift Schools? We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation. We offer you: Comprehensive training : Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career. Generous benefits : From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered. Lifestyle perks : Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives. The role is due to commence November 2025. This is a zero hours, casual position. Closing date: 25 October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Follow us on and . Further details can be found on our careers page. Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click to view the website for further details. Downloads
Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Housing, Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts' most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of Cotswold District Council.The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements.The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation.• You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation.• The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B's) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from temporary accommodation as soon as possible.• Create bespoke 'Tenancy Ready' plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this.• You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation.• Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel's, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. What we are looking for Someone who values structure, confidentiality, and professionalism as much as they do empathy and support. You will be expected to handle sensitive personal information with the utmost discretion, in line with GDPR and safeguarding protocols. Maintaining client confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role. Please note you will be based at the hostel 5 days a week and will need the ability to travel as required. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. You will need • GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English)• Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service• Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes• DBS CheckPublica is a unique place to work - we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)• 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice• Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care• Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 7% of your earnings• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues• Cycle to work scheme• Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars• Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances)• Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements• Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury• Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary• These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us!To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd.Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV.Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.About The OrganisationYou will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Do you have experience in working with vulnerable people with complex needs in a Housing, Hostel or Supported Accommodation environment? We have a new Housing job opportunity where you will be working with a team of Housing professionals with the aim of supporting some of the districts' most vulnerable adults to move on from temporary accommodation. You will be managing all temporary and emergency accommodation placements on behalf of Cotswold District Council.The role involves working closely with homeless clients in various emergency accommodation arrangements.The aim is to assist these individuals in accessing affordable housing options and ultimately reducing the time they spend in short-term accommodation.• You will be based primarily within one of our Hostels working intensively with homeless clients to enable them to access the full range of affordable housing options with the aim of reducing time spent in short term accommodation.• The role involves travel across our district to visit homelessness households in their temporary accommodation (including Hostels and various B&B's) with the aim of assisting them with maximising all of the housing options available to them to ensure that they are able to move on from temporary accommodation as soon as possible.• Create bespoke 'Tenancy Ready' plans for each client and ensure that they have access to the appropriate support and resources to achieve this.• You will also take part in assisting the Temporary Accommodation Supervisor in ensuring that full risk assessments are carried out on each client before being offered a placement in Council managed accommodation.• Assist with the daily running of the homeless hostel's, ensure repairs are promptly reported to the Property Service Team and assist with ensuring H&S risk assessments are up to date and adhered to. What we are looking for Someone who values structure, confidentiality, and professionalism as much as they do empathy and support. You will be expected to handle sensitive personal information with the utmost discretion, in line with GDPR and safeguarding protocols. Maintaining client confidentiality is non-negotiable in this role. Please note you will be based at the hostel 5 days a week and will need the ability to travel as required. For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. You will need • GCSEs (5 A-Cs or equivalent, including Maths and English)• Experience of working in a Housing, Supported Housing or Homelessness focused service• Experience of working with vulnerable people and people with complex needs Special Conditions • Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle for work purposes• DBS CheckPublica is a unique place to work - we are a local government organisation with a twist! Publica wants to transform the way local services are delivered. To help do this we have started to fundamentally rethink the way we design our services in the digital era so that Publica is a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs. What can we do for you • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role)• 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice• Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care• Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 7% of your earnings• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues• Cycle to work scheme• Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars• Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances)• Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements• Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury• Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary• These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us!To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd.Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV.Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.About The OrganisationYou will be employed by Publica Group Ltd which was created by four partner Councils (West Oxfordshire District Council, Cotswold District Council, Cheltenham Borough Council and Forest of Dean District Council) to deliver more efficient and improved services. Publica is a unique place to work, established to transform the way local services are delivered, fundamentally rethinking the way our services are designed and delivered in a digital era, making us a customer-focused organisation driven by real user needs.
Placements Officer - Children's Services Location: Wokingham (Hybrid Working) Contract: 3 months with the view for extension Rate: £22.98 per hour paye We are seeking an experienced Placements Officer to join our Children's Services team in Wokingham on a hybrid working basis click apply for full job details
Sep 22, 2025
Contractor
Placements Officer - Children's Services Location: Wokingham (Hybrid Working) Contract: 3 months with the view for extension Rate: £22.98 per hour paye We are seeking an experienced Placements Officer to join our Children's Services team in Wokingham on a hybrid working basis click apply for full job details
