This role has a starting salary of 11,514 per annum (pro rata to 27,634 FTE), based on a 15 hour working week. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Senior Library Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will be based at Warlingham Library, you will also be required to work at Oxted Library. Libraries are spaces for social interaction, learning and cultural experiences, acting as an economic enabler providing support for local communities and businesses. Surrey's libraries offer vital services to all members of their communities. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Surrey Libraries hold a unique place in our communities offering something for everyone, and no two days are the same. They provide universal access through a programme of reading, learning, digital, and health and wellbeing activities. Our vision is for our libraries to become hubs of the community that all are proud of. With excellent customer service at its heart, we need people who share this passion to become more successful. Library Assistants greet each person with a positive attitude and resilient approach to any request. Customer service is at the forefront of our library service, making them busy, lively places to work. Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are key. Your responsibilities will include: Supervise and direct the operational activities of volunteers to support transactions and deliver a programme of activities to customers Support and assess volunteer needs and lead on the delivery of training Liaise and work closely with the volunteer coordinator appointed by Warlingham Parish Council Helping with reading recommendations Creating new themes for book displays Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock Leading craft events, Rhymetime, and Storytime sessions Engaging with schools to organise visits and class assemblies Assisting with or leading activities for both children and adults Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the followingskills: Proven experience in providing or receiving excellent customer service. Evidence of observing or contributing to a community service that made a positive impact. Creative ideas for attracting more people to our libraries, aligned with the Surrey Frame Work To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions. Please highlight your strengths and any transferable skills or experience: What has motivated you to apply for the Surrey Library Service? (150 words) Can you please provide an example when you either provided, or received, excellent customer service? (150 words) Our libraries are a vital community resource. Describe an instance where you observed or contributed to a community service making a positive impact. (150 words) Can you name 3 things you would do to attract more people to our libraries and highlight how they align with aspects of our Surrey Way framework? (150 words) If shortlisted for interview, you will be sent interview questions in advance. You will be asked to share an idea for a library event and be asked to read a short story. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jun 16, 2026
Contractor
This role has a starting salary of 11,514 per annum (pro rata to 27,634 FTE), based on a 15 hour working week. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Senior Library Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will be based at Warlingham Library, you will also be required to work at Oxted Library. Libraries are spaces for social interaction, learning and cultural experiences, acting as an economic enabler providing support for local communities and businesses. Surrey's libraries offer vital services to all members of their communities. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Surrey Libraries hold a unique place in our communities offering something for everyone, and no two days are the same. They provide universal access through a programme of reading, learning, digital, and health and wellbeing activities. Our vision is for our libraries to become hubs of the community that all are proud of. With excellent customer service at its heart, we need people who share this passion to become more successful. Library Assistants greet each person with a positive attitude and resilient approach to any request. Customer service is at the forefront of our library service, making them busy, lively places to work. Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are key. Your responsibilities will include: Supervise and direct the operational activities of volunteers to support transactions and deliver a programme of activities to customers Support and assess volunteer needs and lead on the delivery of training Liaise and work closely with the volunteer coordinator appointed by Warlingham Parish Council Helping with reading recommendations Creating new themes for book displays Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock Leading craft events, Rhymetime, and Storytime sessions Engaging with schools to organise visits and class assemblies Assisting with or leading activities for both children and adults Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the followingskills: Proven experience in providing or receiving excellent customer service. Evidence of observing or contributing to a community service that made a positive impact. Creative ideas for attracting more people to our libraries, aligned with the Surrey Frame Work To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions. Please highlight your strengths and any transferable skills or experience: What has motivated you to apply for the Surrey Library Service? (150 words) Can you please provide an example when you either provided, or received, excellent customer service? (150 words) Our libraries are a vital community resource. Describe an instance where you observed or contributed to a community service making a positive impact. (150 words) Can you name 3 things you would do to attract more people to our libraries and highlight how they align with aspects of our Surrey Way framework? (150 words) If shortlisted for interview, you will be sent interview questions in advance. You will be asked to share an idea for a library event and be asked to read a short story. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Our client Barnsley hiring is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Child Protection team. Responsibilities Work in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers and, through building effective relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations, applying an understanding of the benefits and limitations of partnership work. Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service. Anticipate, assess and manage risk to children and young people in more complex situations and produce high quality assessments. Plan, implement and review a range of interventions for children, young people, families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service. Manage a complex workload independently, establishing a network of internal and external colleagues from whom to seek advice and expertise. Model and help others with effective workload management skills. Make pro-active use of supervision to support effective practice, reflection and career development and to meet the objectives of Professional Development Reviews. Maintain accurate, up to date records safely and confidentially in accordance with the Council's policies and procedures. Produce succinct, well-structured records and reports, clearly recording and reporting analysis and judgements. Pro-actively engage with colleagues and a range of organisations to identify, assess, plan for and support the needs of children, young people, families/carers in order to promote positive change and independence, whilst demonstrating confident and effective judgement about risk to children and young people. Play a positive role in practice development within the team, through mentoring and modelling good practice in assessment, interventions, inter- professional and inter-agency work. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
Jun 16, 2026
Seasonal
Our client Barnsley hiring is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Child Protection team. Responsibilities Work in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers and, through building effective relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations, applying an understanding of the benefits and limitations of partnership work. Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service. Anticipate, assess and manage risk to children and young people in more complex situations and produce high quality assessments. Plan, implement and review a range of interventions for children, young people, families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service. Manage a complex workload independently, establishing a network of internal and external colleagues from whom to seek advice and expertise. Model and help others with effective workload management skills. Make pro-active use of supervision to support effective practice, reflection and career development and to meet the objectives of Professional Development Reviews. Maintain accurate, up to date records safely and confidentially in accordance with the Council's policies and procedures. Produce succinct, well-structured records and reports, clearly recording and reporting analysis and judgements. Pro-actively engage with colleagues and a range of organisations to identify, assess, plan for and support the needs of children, young people, families/carers in order to promote positive change and independence, whilst demonstrating confident and effective judgement about risk to children and young people. Play a positive role in practice development within the team, through mentoring and modelling good practice in assessment, interventions, inter- professional and inter-agency work. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
Pastoral Support Worker - Secondary Location: Wandsworth, London Pay: £108 - £120 per day Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent Start Date: ASAP Commutable from: Lambeth, Merton, Richmond, Kingston, Croydon, and Central London. Long Term Futures is recruiting a compassionate and proactive Pastoral Support Worker for a full-time role within a welcoming secondary school in Wandsworth. This position is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people's emotional well-being, behaviour, and personal development, helping students overcome barriers to learning and thrive within the school environment. The successful candidate will work closely with pastoral leads, teaching staff, SEN teams, and senior leadership to provide targeted support for students who may require additional guidance both academically and emotionally. The role focuses on promoting positive behaviour, attendance, engagement, and student welfare across the school. Responsibilities Providing pastoral and emotional support to students across KS3 and KS4. Supporting students with behavioural, social, or emotional needs both inside and outside the classroom. Building positive relationships with students to encourage engagement, confidence, and personal development. Assisting with behaviour management strategies in line with the school's policies and procedures. Supporting attendance, punctuality, and student welfare initiatives. Delivering targeted interventions and mentoring sessions for identified students. Working collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN teams, parents/carers, and external agencies where required. Monitoring and reporting on student progress, behaviour, and well-being. Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students. Essential Candidate Requirements Previous experience working as a Pastoral Support Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Teaching Assistant, or in a similar role. Experience supporting secondary-aged students is desirable. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and positive relationships quickly. A calm, patient, and resilient approach when supporting students with additional needs or challenging behaviour. A genuine passion for supporting young people's well-being and educational outcomes. The ability to work effectively as part of a wider pastoral and support team. Must hold a valid enhanced DBS check on the update service. What Long Term Futures Offers Competitive daily rates paid weekly. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions. Access to CPD and safeguarding training opportunities. A quick and straightforward registration process. A wide range of opportunities across London schools. Ready to Apply? Our Simple Process If you are interested in this Pastoral Support Worker role, please submit your CV to our team by clicking Apply Now. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial screening, and the completion of compliance & safeguarding checks, before attending a trial day / interview. By applying for this role, you consent to Long Term Futures storing your personal data and CV for the purpose of recruitment. Your information will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except for the purposes of securing employment. Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Jun 16, 2026
Contractor
Pastoral Support Worker - Secondary Location: Wandsworth, London Pay: £108 - £120 per day Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent Start Date: ASAP Commutable from: Lambeth, Merton, Richmond, Kingston, Croydon, and Central London. Long Term Futures is recruiting a compassionate and proactive Pastoral Support Worker for a full-time role within a welcoming secondary school in Wandsworth. This position is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people's emotional well-being, behaviour, and personal development, helping students overcome barriers to learning and thrive within the school environment. The successful candidate will work closely with pastoral leads, teaching staff, SEN teams, and senior leadership to provide targeted support for students who may require additional guidance both academically and emotionally. The role focuses on promoting positive behaviour, attendance, engagement, and student welfare across the school. Responsibilities Providing pastoral and emotional support to students across KS3 and KS4. Supporting students with behavioural, social, or emotional needs both inside and outside the classroom. Building positive relationships with students to encourage engagement, confidence, and personal development. Assisting with behaviour management strategies in line with the school's policies and procedures. Supporting attendance, punctuality, and student welfare initiatives. Delivering targeted interventions and mentoring sessions for identified students. Working collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN teams, parents/carers, and external agencies where required. Monitoring and reporting on student progress, behaviour, and well-being. Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students. Essential Candidate Requirements Previous experience working as a Pastoral Support Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Teaching Assistant, or in a similar role. Experience supporting secondary-aged students is desirable. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and positive relationships quickly. A calm, patient, and resilient approach when supporting students with additional needs or challenging behaviour. A genuine passion for supporting young people's well-being and educational outcomes. The ability to work effectively as part of a wider pastoral and support team. Must hold a valid enhanced DBS check on the update service. What Long Term Futures Offers Competitive daily rates paid weekly. Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions. Access to CPD and safeguarding training opportunities. A quick and straightforward registration process. A wide range of opportunities across London schools. Ready to Apply? Our Simple Process If you are interested in this Pastoral Support Worker role, please submit your CV to our team by clicking Apply Now. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial screening, and the completion of compliance & safeguarding checks, before attending a trial day / interview. By applying for this role, you consent to Long Term Futures storing your personal data and CV for the purpose of recruitment. Your information will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except for the purposes of securing employment. Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
We are working with a number of schools across Shropshire that are seeking experienced Attendance & Welfare Officers to join their support staff teams. Opportunities are available within primary, secondary, and SEN schools for candidates who have strong administration skills and experience managing pupil attendance and welfare procedures within education settings.Schools are looking for confident and professional individuals who can build positive relationships with families, maintain accurate attendance records, and support wider safeguarding responsibilities across school.Role ResponsibilitiesOverseeing daily attendance processes and identifying absence patternsContacting parents/carers regarding pupil absence and punctuality concernsMonitoring persistent absence and supporting attendance improvement strategiesUpdating pupil records using ARBOR, SIMS, and BROMCOMPreparing attendance reports and data analysis for senior leadership teamsSupporting safeguarding and child protection procedures linked to attendanceWorking collaboratively with teachers, SEN teams, pastoral staff, and external agenciesManaging confidential documentation and attendance-related communicationsAssisting with front office and general administrative support when requiredCandidate ProfilePrevious experience within a school attendance or administration role is essentialExperience working within primary, secondary, or SEN schools is advantageousConfident using ARBOR, SIMS, and/or BROMCOMStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to manage workload effectively in a busy school environmentGood attention to detail and data accuracyProfessional understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality proceduresAdditional InformationThese roles require candidates who can start confidently with minimal supervisionNo training will be providedAn Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is preferredCandidates without an Enhanced DBS will be expected to obtain and fund their own checkAll appointments are subject to safeguarding, DBS, and reference clearanceThis is a great opportunity for experienced school support staff looking for flexible or long-term opportunities within welcoming schools across Shropshire.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Jun 16, 2026
Seasonal
We are working with a number of schools across Shropshire that are seeking experienced Attendance & Welfare Officers to join their support staff teams. Opportunities are available within primary, secondary, and SEN schools for candidates who have strong administration skills and experience managing pupil attendance and welfare procedures within education settings.Schools are looking for confident and professional individuals who can build positive relationships with families, maintain accurate attendance records, and support wider safeguarding responsibilities across school.Role ResponsibilitiesOverseeing daily attendance processes and identifying absence patternsContacting parents/carers regarding pupil absence and punctuality concernsMonitoring persistent absence and supporting attendance improvement strategiesUpdating pupil records using ARBOR, SIMS, and BROMCOMPreparing attendance reports and data analysis for senior leadership teamsSupporting safeguarding and child protection procedures linked to attendanceWorking collaboratively with teachers, SEN teams, pastoral staff, and external agenciesManaging confidential documentation and attendance-related communicationsAssisting with front office and general administrative support when requiredCandidate ProfilePrevious experience within a school attendance or administration role is essentialExperience working within primary, secondary, or SEN schools is advantageousConfident using ARBOR, SIMS, and/or BROMCOMStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to manage workload effectively in a busy school environmentGood attention to detail and data accuracyProfessional understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality proceduresAdditional InformationThese roles require candidates who can start confidently with minimal supervisionNo training will be providedAn Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is preferredCandidates without an Enhanced DBS will be expected to obtain and fund their own checkAll appointments are subject to safeguarding, DBS, and reference clearanceThis is a great opportunity for experienced school support staff looking for flexible or long-term opportunities within welcoming schools across Shropshire.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Senior Carer Kirkcaldy £13.82 per hour £20.73 per hour for extra shifts Temp to perm for the right candidate TM Scotland has an exciting opportunity and is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a family-run business, Abbotsford Care (Glenrothes) Ltd, to add a Senior Care Support Worker to their existing team based in a popular Residential Care Home in Kirkcaldy click apply for full job details
Jun 16, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Carer Kirkcaldy £13.82 per hour £20.73 per hour for extra shifts Temp to perm for the right candidate TM Scotland has an exciting opportunity and is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a family-run business, Abbotsford Care (Glenrothes) Ltd, to add a Senior Care Support Worker to their existing team based in a popular Residential Care Home in Kirkcaldy click apply for full job details
Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, permanent Fostering Senior Placements Officer.The Placement Officer plays a central and strategic role within the Fostering Service, ensuring that children and young people who require care are matched with the most appropriate in-house foster carers click apply for full job details
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Your new role Southend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time, permanent Fostering Senior Placements Officer.The Placement Officer plays a central and strategic role within the Fostering Service, ensuring that children and young people who require care are matched with the most appropriate in-house foster carers click apply for full job details
KM Education Recruitment Ltd
Bristol, Gloucestershire
KM Recruitment is a specialist UK wide recruiter for the Skills & Employability sectors. Job Title: Health and Social Care Assessor Location: Bristol - Home/Field based Salary: £27,000 - £33,000 + BONUS of up to £12k per annum (Salary is dependent on level of delivery) Type: Full Time, Permanent Essential Criteria: Must be a qualified Assessor, holding D32/33, A1, CAVA or TAQA. Must have experience of assessing full Apprenticeships in Health and Social Care (Frameworks OR Standards) Must hold a minimum of a Level 3 in Health and Social Care. Hold a minimum of 3-5 years occupational competency in Health and Social Care (Elderly) at Senior Carer level - or above. Confident to deliver Maths and English Functional Skills. Happy to conduct online remote assessments - and face to face when required Must have a good level of ICT skills Full, clean driving licence and use of a vehicle. Must be flexible with travel Duties include: Assess and support learners working towards Apprenticeships in Health and Social Care Levels 2, 3 or 5 (depending on level of competency). Deliver training and support learners with Functional Skills Maths and English to level 2. Managing your diary efficiently to ensure timely visits and reviews are conducted. Organise and maintain documentation on learners' progress. Support, advise and motivate learners. Overcome barriers to learning and adapt delivery to meet learner s needs. Meet Assessor KPI s in terms of timely visits, quality paperwork and general administration. Please note: KM Recruitment receive a high number of applications for each role advertised and although we would like to we are not always able to deliver feedback to unsuccessful candidates. If you have not been contacted within 4 days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest and keep an eye on our website for future opportunities.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
KM Recruitment is a specialist UK wide recruiter for the Skills & Employability sectors. Job Title: Health and Social Care Assessor Location: Bristol - Home/Field based Salary: £27,000 - £33,000 + BONUS of up to £12k per annum (Salary is dependent on level of delivery) Type: Full Time, Permanent Essential Criteria: Must be a qualified Assessor, holding D32/33, A1, CAVA or TAQA. Must have experience of assessing full Apprenticeships in Health and Social Care (Frameworks OR Standards) Must hold a minimum of a Level 3 in Health and Social Care. Hold a minimum of 3-5 years occupational competency in Health and Social Care (Elderly) at Senior Carer level - or above. Confident to deliver Maths and English Functional Skills. Happy to conduct online remote assessments - and face to face when required Must have a good level of ICT skills Full, clean driving licence and use of a vehicle. Must be flexible with travel Duties include: Assess and support learners working towards Apprenticeships in Health and Social Care Levels 2, 3 or 5 (depending on level of competency). Deliver training and support learners with Functional Skills Maths and English to level 2. Managing your diary efficiently to ensure timely visits and reviews are conducted. Organise and maintain documentation on learners' progress. Support, advise and motivate learners. Overcome barriers to learning and adapt delivery to meet learner s needs. Meet Assessor KPI s in terms of timely visits, quality paperwork and general administration. Please note: KM Recruitment receive a high number of applications for each role advertised and although we would like to we are not always able to deliver feedback to unsuccessful candidates. If you have not been contacted within 4 days then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest and keep an eye on our website for future opportunities.
SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)Permanent Full-Time ASAP Start or September 2026 NorthamptonshireWorking on behalf of a Large Multi-Academy TrustA forward-thinking and highly regarded Multi-Academy Trust is seeking an experienced and passionate SENCO to join one of its thriving schools on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed education professional to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and well-resourced environment.The Trust is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to ensuring every pupil achieves their full potential. With excellent professional development opportunities and a collaborative network across multiple schools, this role offers both stability and progression.The RoleThe successful candidate will lead and manage SEND provision across the school, ensuring pupils with additional needs receive high-quality support and intervention. You will work closely with senior leaders, teachers, external agencies, and families to drive inclusive practice and positive outcomes for all learners.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee the strategic development of SEND provisionIdentify and assess pupils with special educational needsCoordinate EHCP processes and annual reviewsSupport staff with effective differentiation and inclusive teaching strategiesMonitor pupil progress and ensure appropriate interventions are in placeWork collaboratively with parents, carers, and external professionalsEnsure compliance with SEND legislation and statutory requirementsPromote an inclusive culture across the school communityThe Ideal Candidate Will HaveQualified Teacher Status (QTS)National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete)Proven experience working within a SENCO or SEND leadership roleStrong knowledge of the SEND Code of PracticeExcellent communication and organisational skillsA child-centred and collaborative approachThe ability to lead, inspire, and support colleagues effectivelyThe Trust OffersA permanent opportunity within a respected Multi-Academy TrustSupportive and experienced leadership teamsAccess to excellent CPD and career progression opportunitiesCollaborative working across a network of schoolsA strong commitment to staff wellbeing and developmentCompetitive salary package dependent on experienceStart DateASAP or September 2026How to ApplyIf you are an enthusiastic and dedicated SENCO looking for your next permanent opportunity within a supportive Multi-Academy Trust, we would love to hear from you.Apply today or contact us on for further information regarding this opportunity.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)Permanent Full-Time ASAP Start or September 2026 NorthamptonshireWorking on behalf of a Large Multi-Academy TrustA forward-thinking and highly regarded Multi-Academy Trust is seeking an experienced and passionate SENCO to join one of its thriving schools on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed education professional to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and well-resourced environment.The Trust is known for its inclusive ethos, strong leadership, and commitment to ensuring every pupil achieves their full potential. With excellent professional development opportunities and a collaborative network across multiple schools, this role offers both stability and progression.The RoleThe successful candidate will lead and manage SEND provision across the school, ensuring pupils with additional needs receive high-quality support and intervention. You will work closely with senior leaders, teachers, external agencies, and families to drive inclusive practice and positive outcomes for all learners.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and oversee the strategic development of SEND provisionIdentify and assess pupils with special educational needsCoordinate EHCP processes and annual reviewsSupport staff with effective differentiation and inclusive teaching strategiesMonitor pupil progress and ensure appropriate interventions are in placeWork collaboratively with parents, carers, and external professionalsEnsure compliance with SEND legislation and statutory requirementsPromote an inclusive culture across the school communityThe Ideal Candidate Will HaveQualified Teacher Status (QTS)National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete)Proven experience working within a SENCO or SEND leadership roleStrong knowledge of the SEND Code of PracticeExcellent communication and organisational skillsA child-centred and collaborative approachThe ability to lead, inspire, and support colleagues effectivelyThe Trust OffersA permanent opportunity within a respected Multi-Academy TrustSupportive and experienced leadership teamsAccess to excellent CPD and career progression opportunitiesCollaborative working across a network of schoolsA strong commitment to staff wellbeing and developmentCompetitive salary package dependent on experienceStart DateASAP or September 2026How to ApplyIf you are an enthusiastic and dedicated SENCO looking for your next permanent opportunity within a supportive Multi-Academy Trust, we would love to hear from you.Apply today or contact us on for further information regarding this opportunity.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Our client Yorkshire collaboration is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Targeted Early help team. Responsibilities Work in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers and, through building effective relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations, applying an understanding of the benefits and limitations of partnership work. Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service. Anticipate, assess and manage risk to children and young people in more complex situations and produce high quality assessments. Plan, implement and review a range of interventions for children, young people, families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service. Manage a complex workload independently, establishing a network of internal and external colleagues from whom to seek advice and expertise. Model and help others with effective workload management skills. Make pro-active use of supervision to support effective practice, reflection and career development and to meet the objectives of Professional Development Reviews. Maintain accurate, up to date records safely and confidentially in accordance with the Council's policies and procedures. Produce succinct, well-structured records and reports, clearly recording and reporting analysis and judgements. Pro-actively engage with colleagues and a range of organisations to identify, assess, plan for and support the needs of children, young people, families/carers in order to promote positive change and independence, whilst demonstrating confident and effective judgement about risk to children and young people. Play a positive role in practice development within the team, through mentoring and modelling good practice in assessment, interventions, inter- professional and inter-agency work. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
Jun 16, 2026
Seasonal
Our client Yorkshire collaboration is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Targeted Early help team. Responsibilities Work in partnership with children, young people and their families/carers and, through building effective relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations, applying an understanding of the benefits and limitations of partnership work. Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service. Anticipate, assess and manage risk to children and young people in more complex situations and produce high quality assessments. Plan, implement and review a range of interventions for children, young people, families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service. Manage a complex workload independently, establishing a network of internal and external colleagues from whom to seek advice and expertise. Model and help others with effective workload management skills. Make pro-active use of supervision to support effective practice, reflection and career development and to meet the objectives of Professional Development Reviews. Maintain accurate, up to date records safely and confidentially in accordance with the Council's policies and procedures. Produce succinct, well-structured records and reports, clearly recording and reporting analysis and judgements. Pro-actively engage with colleagues and a range of organisations to identify, assess, plan for and support the needs of children, young people, families/carers in order to promote positive change and independence, whilst demonstrating confident and effective judgement about risk to children and young people. Play a positive role in practice development within the team, through mentoring and modelling good practice in assessment, interventions, inter- professional and inter-agency work. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
We're looking for a Senior Support Worker to join our supported living and outreach service in Blackpool, providing person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, including those with autism spectrum conditions and complex needs. This role is ideal for an experienced carer ready to lead a team and support individuals at our Blackpool service click apply for full job details
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Support Worker to join our supported living and outreach service in Blackpool, providing person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, including those with autism spectrum conditions and complex needs. This role is ideal for an experienced carer ready to lead a team and support individuals at our Blackpool service click apply for full job details
Nursery Manager Location: Bexley, South East London Contract: Full-Time Permanent Start date: September 2026 Start Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 per annum (Shift Pattern Basis) Are you an experienced and passionate early years professional ready to lead an exciting new nursery provision? We are seeking an ambitious and dedicated Nursery Manager to lead a brand-new nursery opening within a highly regarded and well-established primary school in Bexley. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and develop a new early years setting from the ground up, creating an inspiring, nurturing, and stimulating environment where young children can thrive. The nursery forms part of a successful primary school community that has been recognised by Ofsted for its strong leadership, positive learning culture, inclusive ethos, and commitment to ensuring pupils achieve their full potential. Staff are highly valued, professional development is actively encouraged, and children benefit from a warm and supportive environment where they feel safe, happy, and motivated to learn. The Role As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and day-to-day operation of the nursery. You will play a pivotal role in establishing outstanding practice, ensuring high standards of care and education, and building strong relationships with children, families, staff, and the wider school community. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading the successful launch and ongoing development of the nursery provision • Managing and supporting nursery staff to deliver exceptional early years education and care • Ensuring compliance with EYFS requirements, safeguarding procedures, and all relevant regulations • Creating a stimulating, inclusive, and child-centred learning environment • Monitoring children's progress and ensuring high-quality learning experiences • Managing nursery budgets, resources, and operational procedures • Building positive partnerships with parents and carers • Driving continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards across the setting • Working collaboratively with the wider school leadership team The Ideal Candidate The successful Nursery Manager will have: • A recognised Early Years qualification (Level 3 minimum, Level 5 or above desirable) • Previous experience in a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, or senior leadership role within an early years setting • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements • Proven leadership and staff management experience • Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills • A genuine passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for young children • The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team What We Offer • The opportunity to lead a brand-new nursery from its inception • A permanent full-time position within a successful and supportive school community • Competitive salary of £35,000 - £39,000 per annum • Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities • A welcoming and collaborative working environment • The chance to make a lasting impact on children's early learning experiences To apply for this Nursery Manager role, please get in touch today. We are recruiting for this Nursery Manager position now and will be interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Nursery Manager, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Nursery Manager candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This Nursery Manager position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent, must be declared.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Nursery Manager Location: Bexley, South East London Contract: Full-Time Permanent Start date: September 2026 Start Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 per annum (Shift Pattern Basis) Are you an experienced and passionate early years professional ready to lead an exciting new nursery provision? We are seeking an ambitious and dedicated Nursery Manager to lead a brand-new nursery opening within a highly regarded and well-established primary school in Bexley. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and develop a new early years setting from the ground up, creating an inspiring, nurturing, and stimulating environment where young children can thrive. The nursery forms part of a successful primary school community that has been recognised by Ofsted for its strong leadership, positive learning culture, inclusive ethos, and commitment to ensuring pupils achieve their full potential. Staff are highly valued, professional development is actively encouraged, and children benefit from a warm and supportive environment where they feel safe, happy, and motivated to learn. The Role As Nursery Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and day-to-day operation of the nursery. You will play a pivotal role in establishing outstanding practice, ensuring high standards of care and education, and building strong relationships with children, families, staff, and the wider school community. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading the successful launch and ongoing development of the nursery provision • Managing and supporting nursery staff to deliver exceptional early years education and care • Ensuring compliance with EYFS requirements, safeguarding procedures, and all relevant regulations • Creating a stimulating, inclusive, and child-centred learning environment • Monitoring children's progress and ensuring high-quality learning experiences • Managing nursery budgets, resources, and operational procedures • Building positive partnerships with parents and carers • Driving continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards across the setting • Working collaboratively with the wider school leadership team The Ideal Candidate The successful Nursery Manager will have: • A recognised Early Years qualification (Level 3 minimum, Level 5 or above desirable) • Previous experience in a Nursery Manager, Deputy Manager, or senior leadership role within an early years setting • Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements • Proven leadership and staff management experience • Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills • A genuine passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for young children • The ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a high-performing team What We Offer • The opportunity to lead a brand-new nursery from its inception • A permanent full-time position within a successful and supportive school community • Competitive salary of £35,000 - £39,000 per annum • Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities • A welcoming and collaborative working environment • The chance to make a lasting impact on children's early learning experiences To apply for this Nursery Manager role, please get in touch today. We are recruiting for this Nursery Manager position now and will be interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Nursery Manager, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Nursery Manager candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This Nursery Manager position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent, must be declared.
JOB SPEC Job Specification Sales & Business Development The Opportunity Join a rapidly growing Credit Control firm based on the south side of Glasgow. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Sales & Business Development Assistant to support our continued expansion. This role is ideal for someone who is ambitious, organised, and keen to build a long-term career in sales and business development within a growing company. As we continue to expand, you will have genuine opportunities for career progression, including the potential to move into a team management role. This is a full-time, office-based position at our Glasgow office. However, we can offer flexibility in working hours, including arrangements to accommodate postgraduate study or school term-time schedules for parents or carers. Key Responsibilities & Duties Lead Generation & Prospecting: Identify new prospects, market trends, and business opportunities through research and data analysis. Client Engagement: Conduct initial outreach to prospective clients, follow up on leads, and arrange meetings for senior management. Marketing Support: Assist with the planning and execution of marketing initiatives, including drafting marketing materials and social media content. Database Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client information, leads, and sales activity. Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with management to support business development strategies and broader growth initiatives. Reporting: Monitor sales activity and performance, providing regular reports and insights to management. Required Skills & Qualifications Experience: Previous experience in sales support or business development is essential, unless you hold the qualifications outlined below. Education: Candidates without direct business development experience will be considered if they hold a degree-level qualification (e.g. Business Management, Marketing, or a related field). Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. Personal Attributes: Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment. What We Can Offer You Competitive salary of (depending on experience) Company bonus scheme Fully funded, role-specific training leading to recognised qualifications Potential advancement into a team management role as the company grows Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle Free onsite parking Excellent public transport links
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
JOB SPEC Job Specification Sales & Business Development The Opportunity Join a rapidly growing Credit Control firm based on the south side of Glasgow. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Sales & Business Development Assistant to support our continued expansion. This role is ideal for someone who is ambitious, organised, and keen to build a long-term career in sales and business development within a growing company. As we continue to expand, you will have genuine opportunities for career progression, including the potential to move into a team management role. This is a full-time, office-based position at our Glasgow office. However, we can offer flexibility in working hours, including arrangements to accommodate postgraduate study or school term-time schedules for parents or carers. Key Responsibilities & Duties Lead Generation & Prospecting: Identify new prospects, market trends, and business opportunities through research and data analysis. Client Engagement: Conduct initial outreach to prospective clients, follow up on leads, and arrange meetings for senior management. Marketing Support: Assist with the planning and execution of marketing initiatives, including drafting marketing materials and social media content. Database Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client information, leads, and sales activity. Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with management to support business development strategies and broader growth initiatives. Reporting: Monitor sales activity and performance, providing regular reports and insights to management. Required Skills & Qualifications Experience: Previous experience in sales support or business development is essential, unless you hold the qualifications outlined below. Education: Candidates without direct business development experience will be considered if they hold a degree-level qualification (e.g. Business Management, Marketing, or a related field). Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. Personal Attributes: Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment. What We Can Offer You Competitive salary of (depending on experience) Company bonus scheme Fully funded, role-specific training leading to recognised qualifications Potential advancement into a team management role as the company grows Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle Free onsite parking Excellent public transport links
The starting salary for this role is £38,090 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are excited to be hiring a new Assistant Traffic Operations Engineer - Design to join our expanding team. The team has a central base in Leatherhead, but you will be required to work across the entire county to facilitate site visits and meetings. We will as part of Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution split to new locations in the East and West Surrey Councils in late April 27. You will also be required to work from local office on nominated days, you will have the ability to work from home, therefore hybrid working is applicable. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The Traffic Operations team of Surrey County Council work together to ensure traffic flow is managed, delivering reliable and efficient low-carbon journeys through effective maintenance, innovative design and technology. Using smart data to manage congestion to the benefit of people travelling on the road network, while mitigating the impact of events and incidents that occur on Surrey roads. The Design Team compliments the wider Traffic Operations structure, totalling 5 separate teams each with their own specialisations and focus. The teams have a vast range of skills and experience providing opportunities to learn from peers and colleagues. We deliver design elements on numerous projects ranging from multimillion-pound regeneration and improvement schemes down to minor improvement or alteration works. This includes construction of new installations or modifications to existing assets. About the Role We are looking for an Assistant Design Engineer who will be one of a small team of engineers, working for clients both in and outside the SCC organisation, undertaking a range of Traffic System related works focused on design elements, including site surveys, client and customer engagement and assisting the wider Traffic Operations Team. Your day will predominantly be spent carrying out design works and document creation specific to individual jobs. There will be a mixture of interacting with clients and supporting the Senior and Design Engineer with elements of Schemes and Projects, including site visits and elements of contractor monitoring. Support of the wider team will also form a key part of your role. You will use AutoCAD drawing packages and internal processes to ensure delivery within specification, scope, time and budget. Carrying out individual work elements of schemes from concept to installation and handover overseen by the Senior and Design Engineer, including designing signal timings, CAD drawing, systems setup, site meetings, handling enquiries, commissioning the installations. Work will include a mixture of office work and visits to sites throughout the year. The work split is likely around 85% office/home based and 15% out on site. You will be required to work in an open office environment on a weekly basis, typically on pre-selected days. Your Application This job is suited to individuals with an engineering mindset or those with previous experience in the Highways industry with design experience. In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Experience of using design and drawing packages such as AutoCAD. Along with good working knowledge and ability to use IT equipment and Microsoft Office suite such as Word, Excel, Outlook. Experiencing is designing and setting up UTC systems or MOVA junctions. A good standard of following national guidance, standards and policies applying these in your work. Ability to manage workloads and deal with conflicting priorities. Experience of working with and instructing contractors to achieve project goals. Relevant level 4 qualifications (HNC or CertHE equivalent) in an engineering subject. A full UK driving license and a willingness to travel around the county, when necessary, use of their own personal vehicle is required to facilitate this role. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and a personal statement as to why you should be considered for this role. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28.06.2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact Alex Allen via email at . Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
The starting salary for this role is £38,090 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are excited to be hiring a new Assistant Traffic Operations Engineer - Design to join our expanding team. The team has a central base in Leatherhead, but you will be required to work across the entire county to facilitate site visits and meetings. We will as part of Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution split to new locations in the East and West Surrey Councils in late April 27. You will also be required to work from local office on nominated days, you will have the ability to work from home, therefore hybrid working is applicable. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The Traffic Operations team of Surrey County Council work together to ensure traffic flow is managed, delivering reliable and efficient low-carbon journeys through effective maintenance, innovative design and technology. Using smart data to manage congestion to the benefit of people travelling on the road network, while mitigating the impact of events and incidents that occur on Surrey roads. The Design Team compliments the wider Traffic Operations structure, totalling 5 separate teams each with their own specialisations and focus. The teams have a vast range of skills and experience providing opportunities to learn from peers and colleagues. We deliver design elements on numerous projects ranging from multimillion-pound regeneration and improvement schemes down to minor improvement or alteration works. This includes construction of new installations or modifications to existing assets. About the Role We are looking for an Assistant Design Engineer who will be one of a small team of engineers, working for clients both in and outside the SCC organisation, undertaking a range of Traffic System related works focused on design elements, including site surveys, client and customer engagement and assisting the wider Traffic Operations Team. Your day will predominantly be spent carrying out design works and document creation specific to individual jobs. There will be a mixture of interacting with clients and supporting the Senior and Design Engineer with elements of Schemes and Projects, including site visits and elements of contractor monitoring. Support of the wider team will also form a key part of your role. You will use AutoCAD drawing packages and internal processes to ensure delivery within specification, scope, time and budget. Carrying out individual work elements of schemes from concept to installation and handover overseen by the Senior and Design Engineer, including designing signal timings, CAD drawing, systems setup, site meetings, handling enquiries, commissioning the installations. Work will include a mixture of office work and visits to sites throughout the year. The work split is likely around 85% office/home based and 15% out on site. You will be required to work in an open office environment on a weekly basis, typically on pre-selected days. Your Application This job is suited to individuals with an engineering mindset or those with previous experience in the Highways industry with design experience. In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Experience of using design and drawing packages such as AutoCAD. Along with good working knowledge and ability to use IT equipment and Microsoft Office suite such as Word, Excel, Outlook. Experiencing is designing and setting up UTC systems or MOVA junctions. A good standard of following national guidance, standards and policies applying these in your work. Ability to manage workloads and deal with conflicting priorities. Experience of working with and instructing contractors to achieve project goals. Relevant level 4 qualifications (HNC or CertHE equivalent) in an engineering subject. A full UK driving license and a willingness to travel around the county, when necessary, use of their own personal vehicle is required to facilitate this role. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and a personal statement as to why you should be considered for this role. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28.06.2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact Alex Allen via email at . Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Deputy Nursery Manager Location: Bexley, Southeast London Contract: Full-Time Permanent Start date: September 2026 Start Salary: £29,000 - £34,000 per annum ( Shift Pattern Basis) Are you an experienced and passionate early years professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? We are seeking an ambitious and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to join a brand-new nursery opening within a highly regarded and well-established primary school in Bexley. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping and developing a new early years provision, helping to create an inspiring, nurturing, and stimulating environment where young children can thrive. The nursery forms part of a successful primary school community that has been recognised by Ofsted for its strong leadership, positive learning culture, inclusive ethos, and commitment to ensuring pupils achieve their full potential. Staff are highly valued, professional development is actively encouraged, and children benefit from a warm and supportive environment where they feel safe, happy, and motivated to learn. The Role As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager in the leadership, management, and day-to-day operation of the nursery. You will help establish outstanding practice, ensure high standards of care and education, and build strong relationships with children, families, staff, and the wider school community. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the successful launch and ongoing development of the nursery provision Assisting with the management and development of nursery staff to deliver exceptional early years education and care Ensuring compliance with EYFS requirements, safeguarding procedures, and all relevant regulations Creating a stimulating, inclusive, and child-centred learning environment Monitoring children's progress and supporting high-quality learning experiences Supporting operational procedures and the effective use of nursery resources Building positive partnerships with parents and carers Driving continuous improvement and maintaining high standards across the setting Deputising for the Nursery Manager when required Working collaboratively with the wider school leadership team The Ideal Candidate The successful Deputy Nursery Manager will have: A recognised Early Years qualification (Level 3 minimum, Level 5 or above desirable) Previous experience in a Deputy Nursery Manager, Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, or similar leadership role within an early years setting Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements Experience supporting and developing nursery staff Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills A genuine passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for young children The ability to motivate and inspire colleagues while maintaining high standards of practice What We Offer The opportunity to help establish and develop a brand-new nursery provision A permanent full-time position within a successful and supportive school community Competitive salary of £29,000 - £34,000 per annum Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities A welcoming and collaborative working environment The chance to make a lasting impact on children's early learning experiences To apply for this Deputy Nursery Manager role, please get in touch today. We are recruiting for this Deputy Nursery Manager position now and will be interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Deputy Nursery Manager, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Deputy Nursery Manager candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This Deputy Nursery Manager position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent, must be declared.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Deputy Nursery Manager Location: Bexley, Southeast London Contract: Full-Time Permanent Start date: September 2026 Start Salary: £29,000 - £34,000 per annum ( Shift Pattern Basis) Are you an experienced and passionate early years professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? We are seeking an ambitious and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to join a brand-new nursery opening within a highly regarded and well-established primary school in Bexley. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping and developing a new early years provision, helping to create an inspiring, nurturing, and stimulating environment where young children can thrive. The nursery forms part of a successful primary school community that has been recognised by Ofsted for its strong leadership, positive learning culture, inclusive ethos, and commitment to ensuring pupils achieve their full potential. Staff are highly valued, professional development is actively encouraged, and children benefit from a warm and supportive environment where they feel safe, happy, and motivated to learn. The Role As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will support the Nursery Manager in the leadership, management, and day-to-day operation of the nursery. You will help establish outstanding practice, ensure high standards of care and education, and build strong relationships with children, families, staff, and the wider school community. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the successful launch and ongoing development of the nursery provision Assisting with the management and development of nursery staff to deliver exceptional early years education and care Ensuring compliance with EYFS requirements, safeguarding procedures, and all relevant regulations Creating a stimulating, inclusive, and child-centred learning environment Monitoring children's progress and supporting high-quality learning experiences Supporting operational procedures and the effective use of nursery resources Building positive partnerships with parents and carers Driving continuous improvement and maintaining high standards across the setting Deputising for the Nursery Manager when required Working collaboratively with the wider school leadership team The Ideal Candidate The successful Deputy Nursery Manager will have: A recognised Early Years qualification (Level 3 minimum, Level 5 or above desirable) Previous experience in a Deputy Nursery Manager, Room Leader, Senior Practitioner, or similar leadership role within an early years setting Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements Experience supporting and developing nursery staff Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills A genuine passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for young children The ability to motivate and inspire colleagues while maintaining high standards of practice What We Offer The opportunity to help establish and develop a brand-new nursery provision A permanent full-time position within a successful and supportive school community Competitive salary of £29,000 - £34,000 per annum Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities A welcoming and collaborative working environment The chance to make a lasting impact on children's early learning experiences To apply for this Deputy Nursery Manager role, please get in touch today. We are recruiting for this Deputy Nursery Manager position now and will be interviewing suitable candidates as applications are received. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Deputy Nursery Manager, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Deputy Nursery Manager candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to references. This Deputy Nursery Manager position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent, must be declared.
The salary range for this role is £49,464 - £52,864 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are recruiting Senior Social Workers to join our Connect to Community (C2C) Mental Health and Learning Disability and Autism team. This is a key progression opportunity for confident practitioners who want to work with greater autonomy, take a leadership role in complex decision making, and help shape the quality of practice at the first point of contact for adults in Surrey. This role will be based either in Woking or Guildford. Hybrid working is available, so you won't need to be based out of an office all 5 days of the working week but you will be expected to be out and about in the community as needed. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About Connect to Community Connect to Community is Surrey's single front door for adult social care, supporting residents through timely, strengths-based responses following initial triage. C2C brings together professionals from different disciplines to ensure residents receive the right support, at the right time, with fewer handovers. Senior Social Workers in C2C play a critical role in: Managing complex, high risk and urgent situations Leading professional decision making Supporting consistent, high-quality practice across the team Working closely with partners across health, housing, reablement, TEC and the voluntary sector Daily multi disciplinary meetings provide a strong forum for shared learning, professional challenge and collaborative risk management. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker in Connect to Community, you will provide expert social work practice within a fast-paced, front door environment. You will work autonomously, applying professional judgement to complex situations while balancing support, risk and safeguarding responsibilities. In this role, you will undertake complex assessments, reviews and interventions in line with the Care Act, taking a leading role in high-risk safeguarding work, including Section 42 enquiries. You will apply advanced professional judgement to manage risk, uncertainty and competing demands, while also supporting urgent responses such as Mental Capacity Act assessments and best interest decision-making. You will be responsible for developing strengths-based support plans that promote independence, wellbeing and prevention, ensuring individuals receive the right support at the right time. Alongside your direct practice, you will provide professional guidance, mentoring and reflective supervision to less experienced social workers, contributing to a positive learning culture. This includes supporting ASYE development and practice education where required. As a visible source of professional leadership within Connect to Community, you will help ensure consistent decision-making and maintain high standards of social work practice across the team. You will receive regular professional supervision, opportunities to contribute to service development, and the chance to build advanced front door expertise within a supportive multi disciplinary setting. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and are registered with Social Work England Have significant post-qualification experience in adult social care qualification experience and experience of working with people with Mental ill-Health or Learning Disabilities and Autism Demonstrate confident application of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding legislation Can evidence expert practice in managing complexity, risk and uncertainty Have experience of supporting or supervising other practitioners Communicate clearly and professionally with residents, carers and partner agencies Experience in front door, duty or urgent response work is particularly relevant to this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
The salary range for this role is £49,464 - £52,864 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are recruiting Senior Social Workers to join our Connect to Community (C2C) Mental Health and Learning Disability and Autism team. This is a key progression opportunity for confident practitioners who want to work with greater autonomy, take a leadership role in complex decision making, and help shape the quality of practice at the first point of contact for adults in Surrey. This role will be based either in Woking or Guildford. Hybrid working is available, so you won't need to be based out of an office all 5 days of the working week but you will be expected to be out and about in the community as needed. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About Connect to Community Connect to Community is Surrey's single front door for adult social care, supporting residents through timely, strengths-based responses following initial triage. C2C brings together professionals from different disciplines to ensure residents receive the right support, at the right time, with fewer handovers. Senior Social Workers in C2C play a critical role in: Managing complex, high risk and urgent situations Leading professional decision making Supporting consistent, high-quality practice across the team Working closely with partners across health, housing, reablement, TEC and the voluntary sector Daily multi disciplinary meetings provide a strong forum for shared learning, professional challenge and collaborative risk management. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker in Connect to Community, you will provide expert social work practice within a fast-paced, front door environment. You will work autonomously, applying professional judgement to complex situations while balancing support, risk and safeguarding responsibilities. In this role, you will undertake complex assessments, reviews and interventions in line with the Care Act, taking a leading role in high-risk safeguarding work, including Section 42 enquiries. You will apply advanced professional judgement to manage risk, uncertainty and competing demands, while also supporting urgent responses such as Mental Capacity Act assessments and best interest decision-making. You will be responsible for developing strengths-based support plans that promote independence, wellbeing and prevention, ensuring individuals receive the right support at the right time. Alongside your direct practice, you will provide professional guidance, mentoring and reflective supervision to less experienced social workers, contributing to a positive learning culture. This includes supporting ASYE development and practice education where required. As a visible source of professional leadership within Connect to Community, you will help ensure consistent decision-making and maintain high standards of social work practice across the team. You will receive regular professional supervision, opportunities to contribute to service development, and the chance to build advanced front door expertise within a supportive multi disciplinary setting. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and are registered with Social Work England Have significant post-qualification experience in adult social care qualification experience and experience of working with people with Mental ill-Health or Learning Disabilities and Autism Demonstrate confident application of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding legislation Can evidence expert practice in managing complexity, risk and uncertainty Have experience of supporting or supervising other practitioners Communicate clearly and professionally with residents, carers and partner agencies Experience in front door, duty or urgent response work is particularly relevant to this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Zero2Five Early Years Recruitment
Forest Row, Sussex
Room Leader Zero2Five are proud to be working with a quality private nursery based near Forest Row, East Sussex, who are seeking an experienced and passionate Room Leader to lead their Two-Year-Old Room. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Early Years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive nursery environment that is committed to delivering outstanding childcare and early education. Key Responsibilities: Lead and support a team within the Two-Year-Old Room Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for children Plan and deliver engaging activities that support children's learning and development Monitor children's progress and maintain accurate learning and development records Complete and oversee two-year progress reviews Build strong partnerships with parents, carers and external professionals Support the early identification of additional needs and appropriate interventions Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and EYFS requirements are consistently met Support, mentor and develop team members within the room Maintain high standards of care, hygiene and record keeping Requirements: Relevant Early Years Qualification (Level 3 or above) Previous experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures Experience working with two-year-old children Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development Benefits: Salary up to £32,000 per year Supportive team environment Opportunities for career progression and professional development If you are a dedicated Early Years professional looking to join a quality private nursery and make a real difference to children's early experiences, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or email your most up to date CV to removed)
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Room Leader Zero2Five are proud to be working with a quality private nursery based near Forest Row, East Sussex, who are seeking an experienced and passionate Room Leader to lead their Two-Year-Old Room. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Early Years professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive nursery environment that is committed to delivering outstanding childcare and early education. Key Responsibilities: Lead and support a team within the Two-Year-Old Room Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment for children Plan and deliver engaging activities that support children's learning and development Monitor children's progress and maintain accurate learning and development records Complete and oversee two-year progress reviews Build strong partnerships with parents, carers and external professionals Support the early identification of additional needs and appropriate interventions Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and EYFS requirements are consistently met Support, mentor and develop team members within the room Maintain high standards of care, hygiene and record keeping Requirements: Relevant Early Years Qualification (Level 3 or above) Previous experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding procedures Experience working with two-year-old children Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development Benefits: Salary up to £32,000 per year Supportive team environment Opportunities for career progression and professional development If you are a dedicated Early Years professional looking to join a quality private nursery and make a real difference to children's early experiences, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or email your most up to date CV to removed)
About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Compass Fostering are looking for a knowledgeable and passionate Supervising Social Worker to join our team. Your office base will will be Syston and you will support a caseload of foster families across Stoke and Staffordshire. We offer a genuinely flexible hybrid working model, with the majority of your time spent working from home and visiting foster families. Attendance at the office is typically only required a few times each month for team meetings, training and supervision. Whether you're an experienced Supervising Social Worker, a Social Worker looking to move into fostering, or a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW / ASYE) looking to develop your career within a supportive fostering environment, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll be doing Supporting and supervising a caseload of foster families. Building positive relationships with carers and helping them to develop their skills. Undertaking visits, assessments and reviews. Promoting positive outcomes for children and young people. Providing guidance, support and challenge to foster carers where appropriate. Participating in an out of hours on call rota. Why join Compass Fostering? Career Development - We offer a variety of career pathways, recognising hard work and supporting progression into senior roles Low Caseloads - You will typically be responsible for up to 15 fostering families, enabling you to provide meaningful support and build strong relationships Competitive Salary - Structured pay grades based on your qualifications, experience and development Travel Package - 55p per mile plus a £100 monthly car allowance towards the upkeep of your vehicle Wellbeing Support - Access to therapeutic wellbeing sessions through our Therapeutic Services Team Recognition and Rewards - Receive £200 after 2 years service, £400 after 5 years and £600 after 10 years, plus up to £500 special recognition for outstanding practice MediCash Scheme - Cashback for a range of medical appointments and treatments, including dental and optical care Life Assurance - Three times your annual salary following successful completion of probation Enhanced Annual Leave - 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 after 4 years service, plus bank holidays. You'll also receive an additional 2.5 days leave each year to cover your birthday, a wellbeing day and a half a day for festive shopping What You'll Bring A recognised Social Work qualification. Registration with Social Work England. Experience within children's social care, fostering, safeguarding, looked after children, family support or a related statutory social work setting. Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Social Workers or those completing their ASYE, as well as experience social workers and fostering practitioners. A reflective, creative and child centred approach when working with foster carers and young people. The ability to build positive relationships and support foster carers to achieve the best possible outcomes for children in their care. Experience of identifying and responding to the needs of the children and young people. Knowledge of fostering regulations, childcare legislation and safeguarding, or the willingness and ability to develop this knowledge within a fostering environment. The ability to make objective and informed professional assessments. A commitment to providing wraparound support to foster families, including participation in an out of hours on call rota. Access to a vehicle and a full UK driving licence The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBC check. Compass is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that having colleagues with a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthens our ability to provide the very best support for children, young people and foster families. As we continue to grow, we are committed to attraction, developing and retaining people who share our values and passion for making difference.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
About The Role Are you a Life Changer? Do you want to lean in and transform the life of a child? Compass Community puts children first through our therapeutic, innovative approach. Integrity, Courage and Care shape how we work. We listen deeply, challenge each other and fix what needs fixing, together. This is the work. And we d like you to be part of it. Compass Fostering are looking for a knowledgeable and passionate Supervising Social Worker to join our team. Your office base will will be Syston and you will support a caseload of foster families across Stoke and Staffordshire. We offer a genuinely flexible hybrid working model, with the majority of your time spent working from home and visiting foster families. Attendance at the office is typically only required a few times each month for team meetings, training and supervision. Whether you're an experienced Supervising Social Worker, a Social Worker looking to move into fostering, or a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW / ASYE) looking to develop your career within a supportive fostering environment, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll be doing Supporting and supervising a caseload of foster families. Building positive relationships with carers and helping them to develop their skills. Undertaking visits, assessments and reviews. Promoting positive outcomes for children and young people. Providing guidance, support and challenge to foster carers where appropriate. Participating in an out of hours on call rota. Why join Compass Fostering? Career Development - We offer a variety of career pathways, recognising hard work and supporting progression into senior roles Low Caseloads - You will typically be responsible for up to 15 fostering families, enabling you to provide meaningful support and build strong relationships Competitive Salary - Structured pay grades based on your qualifications, experience and development Travel Package - 55p per mile plus a £100 monthly car allowance towards the upkeep of your vehicle Wellbeing Support - Access to therapeutic wellbeing sessions through our Therapeutic Services Team Recognition and Rewards - Receive £200 after 2 years service, £400 after 5 years and £600 after 10 years, plus up to £500 special recognition for outstanding practice MediCash Scheme - Cashback for a range of medical appointments and treatments, including dental and optical care Life Assurance - Three times your annual salary following successful completion of probation Enhanced Annual Leave - 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 after 4 years service, plus bank holidays. You'll also receive an additional 2.5 days leave each year to cover your birthday, a wellbeing day and a half a day for festive shopping What You'll Bring A recognised Social Work qualification. Registration with Social Work England. Experience within children's social care, fostering, safeguarding, looked after children, family support or a related statutory social work setting. Applications are welcomed from Newly Qualified Social Workers or those completing their ASYE, as well as experience social workers and fostering practitioners. A reflective, creative and child centred approach when working with foster carers and young people. The ability to build positive relationships and support foster carers to achieve the best possible outcomes for children in their care. Experience of identifying and responding to the needs of the children and young people. Knowledge of fostering regulations, childcare legislation and safeguarding, or the willingness and ability to develop this knowledge within a fostering environment. The ability to make objective and informed professional assessments. A commitment to providing wraparound support to foster families, including participation in an out of hours on call rota. Access to a vehicle and a full UK driving licence The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBC check. Compass is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that having colleagues with a range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthens our ability to provide the very best support for children, young people and foster families. As we continue to grow, we are committed to attraction, developing and retaining people who share our values and passion for making difference.
The starting salary for this role is £43,633 per annum, working 36 hours per week. Surrey County Council has an opportunity for a Social Worker to join Connect to Community (C2C) - a new and innovative front door service designed to transform how adults, carers and families access support. This is an exciting opportunity to join a service in its early stages and play an active role in embedding strengths based practice, shaping ways of working, and influencing how support is delivered at the first point of contact. based practice, shaping ways of working, and influencing how support is delivered at the first point of contact. This role is in our West Mental Health and Learning Disability and Autism Team and you will be based in either Woking or Guildford. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About Connect to Community Connect to Community (C2C) is Surrey's new single front door for Adult Social Care, developed to provide timely, proportionate and resident focused responses following initial triage. C2C brings together professionals from across social care, occupational therapy, reablement, technology enabled care and the voluntary sector into a multidisciplinary model. This approach reduces unnecessary handovers, improves consistency, and supports better outcomes for residents. As a developing service, C2C is continuously evolving. Staff joining now will have the opportunity to: Contribute to shaping practice models and workflows Influence how strengths-based conversations are embedded at the front door Help refine decision making processes and pathways with with partner services Be part of a learning culture that values professional insight and reflective practice Daily team meetings, led by an Assistant Team Manager, support shared decision making, professional discussion and continuous improvement. About the Role As a Social Worker in Connect to Community, you will deliver professional social work practice within a fast paced front door environment, supporting adults at times of change, risk or crisis. You will undertake strengths based assessments in line with the Care Act, working with adults, carers and families to identify outcomes and develop proportionate support plans that promote independence, wellbeing and prevention through timely advice and intervention. You will contribute to duty and intake activity, responding to urgent situations and arranging immediate support to manage risk, while identifying safeguarding concerns and contributing to safeguarding planning with guidance from senior colleagues. You will ensure that NHS Continuing Healthcare is considered as part of your assessments and work collaboratively with partners to deliver joined up, person centred responses. Alongside your casework, you will be encouraged to share feedback, ideas and learning to support the ongoing development of the service. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and are registered with Social Work England Have completed your ASYE year Have applied knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding practice Are confident working in changeable, fast-paced environments Want to contribute ideas, learning and professional insight to service development Value collaboration, reflective practice and strengths-based working Experience of working with people with Mental Ill Health or Learning Disabilities and Autism. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interview dates to be confirmed. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
The starting salary for this role is £43,633 per annum, working 36 hours per week. Surrey County Council has an opportunity for a Social Worker to join Connect to Community (C2C) - a new and innovative front door service designed to transform how adults, carers and families access support. This is an exciting opportunity to join a service in its early stages and play an active role in embedding strengths based practice, shaping ways of working, and influencing how support is delivered at the first point of contact. based practice, shaping ways of working, and influencing how support is delivered at the first point of contact. This role is in our West Mental Health and Learning Disability and Autism Team and you will be based in either Woking or Guildford. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About Connect to Community Connect to Community (C2C) is Surrey's new single front door for Adult Social Care, developed to provide timely, proportionate and resident focused responses following initial triage. C2C brings together professionals from across social care, occupational therapy, reablement, technology enabled care and the voluntary sector into a multidisciplinary model. This approach reduces unnecessary handovers, improves consistency, and supports better outcomes for residents. As a developing service, C2C is continuously evolving. Staff joining now will have the opportunity to: Contribute to shaping practice models and workflows Influence how strengths-based conversations are embedded at the front door Help refine decision making processes and pathways with with partner services Be part of a learning culture that values professional insight and reflective practice Daily team meetings, led by an Assistant Team Manager, support shared decision making, professional discussion and continuous improvement. About the Role As a Social Worker in Connect to Community, you will deliver professional social work practice within a fast paced front door environment, supporting adults at times of change, risk or crisis. You will undertake strengths based assessments in line with the Care Act, working with adults, carers and families to identify outcomes and develop proportionate support plans that promote independence, wellbeing and prevention through timely advice and intervention. You will contribute to duty and intake activity, responding to urgent situations and arranging immediate support to manage risk, while identifying safeguarding concerns and contributing to safeguarding planning with guidance from senior colleagues. You will ensure that NHS Continuing Healthcare is considered as part of your assessments and work collaboratively with partners to deliver joined up, person centred responses. Alongside your casework, you will be encouraged to share feedback, ideas and learning to support the ongoing development of the service. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and are registered with Social Work England Have completed your ASYE year Have applied knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding practice Are confident working in changeable, fast-paced environments Want to contribute ideas, learning and professional insight to service development Value collaboration, reflective practice and strengths-based working Experience of working with people with Mental Ill Health or Learning Disabilities and Autism. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interview dates to be confirmed. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Head of SEND Permanent, Full-time Contract £63,280 to £75,805 Per Annum Medway - Hybrid Working About the Role We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of SEND to lead and develop high-quality Special Educational Needs and Disabilities services for children and young people aged 0-25.This is a senior leadership opportunity for a passionate SEND professional who can drive service improvement, ensure statutory compliance, build strong partnerships, and deliver positive outcomes for children, young people and their families.The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across SEND services, ensuring effective assessment, planning and delivery of support while fostering a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage SEND services, ensuring high standards of service delivery and positive outcomes for children and young people. Oversee statutory SEND functions, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and the SEND Code of Practice. Manage and develop multi-disciplinary teams, providing effective leadership, support and performance management. Ensure robust and transparent decision-making processes, including chairing and overseeing statutory panels. Work collaboratively with education providers, health partners, social care, parents, carers and other stakeholders to improve outcomes. Lead on strategic planning, service development and continuous improvement initiatives. Monitor service performance, quality standards and compliance requirements. Use data, intelligence and performance information to inform decision-making and drive improvements. Oversee resource allocation and contribute to effective budget management. Support the development of inclusive practices across educational settings. Manage complex cases, complaints and tribunal-related activity where required. Promote safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children and young people remains central to all decision-making. Essential Requirements Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience. Qualified education professional or significant SEND leadership experience. Extensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory SEND processes. Proven experience leading SEND services within a local authority, education or similar environment. Experience managing multi-agency partnerships and stakeholder relationships. Strong understanding of EHCP processes and statutory responsibilities. Experience of service improvement, performance management and quality assurance. Ability to analyse complex data and use insights to improve service delivery. Strong communication and influencing skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders. Experience managing budgets, resources and operational performance. What We're Looking For Strategic vision and strong organisational insight. Inspirational leadership and commitment to inclusion. Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills. The ability to lead teams through change and transformation. Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities. A commitment to delivering outstanding services for children, young people and families. Why Choose Ackerman Pierce? Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Head of SEND Permanent, Full-time Contract £63,280 to £75,805 Per Annum Medway - Hybrid Working About the Role We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of SEND to lead and develop high-quality Special Educational Needs and Disabilities services for children and young people aged 0-25.This is a senior leadership opportunity for a passionate SEND professional who can drive service improvement, ensure statutory compliance, build strong partnerships, and deliver positive outcomes for children, young people and their families.The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across SEND services, ensuring effective assessment, planning and delivery of support while fostering a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage SEND services, ensuring high standards of service delivery and positive outcomes for children and young people. Oversee statutory SEND functions, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and the SEND Code of Practice. Manage and develop multi-disciplinary teams, providing effective leadership, support and performance management. Ensure robust and transparent decision-making processes, including chairing and overseeing statutory panels. Work collaboratively with education providers, health partners, social care, parents, carers and other stakeholders to improve outcomes. Lead on strategic planning, service development and continuous improvement initiatives. Monitor service performance, quality standards and compliance requirements. Use data, intelligence and performance information to inform decision-making and drive improvements. Oversee resource allocation and contribute to effective budget management. Support the development of inclusive practices across educational settings. Manage complex cases, complaints and tribunal-related activity where required. Promote safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children and young people remains central to all decision-making. Essential Requirements Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience. Qualified education professional or significant SEND leadership experience. Extensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory SEND processes. Proven experience leading SEND services within a local authority, education or similar environment. Experience managing multi-agency partnerships and stakeholder relationships. Strong understanding of EHCP processes and statutory responsibilities. Experience of service improvement, performance management and quality assurance. Ability to analyse complex data and use insights to improve service delivery. Strong communication and influencing skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders. Experience managing budgets, resources and operational performance. What We're Looking For Strategic vision and strong organisational insight. Inspirational leadership and commitment to inclusion. Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills. The ability to lead teams through change and transformation. Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities. A commitment to delivering outstanding services for children, young people and families. Why Choose Ackerman Pierce? Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce.
This role has a starting salary of £38,090 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are pleased to be recruiting an Assistant Traffic Systems Engineer to join our busy Traffic Systems Maintenance Team, responsible for assuring the traffic lights and related technology are maintained and operating to a high standard. The team is currently based in Leatherhead; however, the role is countywide and will require occasional travel across Surrey to support the maintenance and operation of traffic signals. The role operates on a hybrid working arrangement, which is currently 2 days per week in the office and 3 days working from home but may be liable to change. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The Traffic Operations team of Surrey County Council work together to ensure traffic flow is managed - delivering reliable and efficient low-carbon journeys through effective maintenance, innovative design and technology. Using smart data to manage congestion to the benefit of people travelling on the road network, while mitigating the impact of events and incidents that occur on Surrey roads. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking team and develop your career within traffic systems maintenance, helping to improve the reliability and efficiency of Surrey's Intelligent Traffic Systems network. About the Role As an Assistant Traffic Engineer, you will support the operation and maintenance of Surrey's Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS), helping to ensure the effective management of the highway network and the reduction of congestion. You will be supported by experienced colleagues and expected to demonstrate the Surrey Way behaviours of being Ambitious, Inclusive, Collaborative and Dynamic. You will work as part of a maintenance team consisting of one Senior Engineer and two Technical Assistants, collaborating closely with contractors and wider teams. With appropriate guidance and training, you will support the operation of traffic signals and the maintenance of existing Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) equipment. Your responsibilities will also include responding to damage to county assets, assisting with traffic management arrangements during repair works, and ensuring activities are carried out safely and efficiently. You will also support site chart amendments using AutoCAD and other relevant software, as well as analysing asset data and maintaining accurate records. This includes reviewing inspections carried out by contractor and ensuring compliance with required standards. In addition, you will assist with financial processes by checking bills and invoices for accuracy, you will also respond to enquiries from members of the public, councillors, and other stakeholders. If you enjoy troubleshooting and have an interest in understanding how systems work this role will be well suited to you. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: An understanding of current intelligent traffic systems (ITS), including control methodologies, controller specifications and associated software applications A basic understanding of design, operation and maintenance of traffic control systems Understanding of CAD and associated traffic signal applications such as AutoCAD An understanding of finance, checking bills, invoices for accuracy Ability to communicate professionally with contractors / consultants and stakeholders A relevant Level 4 qualification (e.g. HNC/CertHE) or relevant experience The role holder will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. To apply, please submit your CV along with a personal statement outlining why you should be considered for this role. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £38,090 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are pleased to be recruiting an Assistant Traffic Systems Engineer to join our busy Traffic Systems Maintenance Team, responsible for assuring the traffic lights and related technology are maintained and operating to a high standard. The team is currently based in Leatherhead; however, the role is countywide and will require occasional travel across Surrey to support the maintenance and operation of traffic signals. The role operates on a hybrid working arrangement, which is currently 2 days per week in the office and 3 days working from home but may be liable to change. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Team The Traffic Operations team of Surrey County Council work together to ensure traffic flow is managed - delivering reliable and efficient low-carbon journeys through effective maintenance, innovative design and technology. Using smart data to manage congestion to the benefit of people travelling on the road network, while mitigating the impact of events and incidents that occur on Surrey roads. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking team and develop your career within traffic systems maintenance, helping to improve the reliability and efficiency of Surrey's Intelligent Traffic Systems network. About the Role As an Assistant Traffic Engineer, you will support the operation and maintenance of Surrey's Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS), helping to ensure the effective management of the highway network and the reduction of congestion. You will be supported by experienced colleagues and expected to demonstrate the Surrey Way behaviours of being Ambitious, Inclusive, Collaborative and Dynamic. You will work as part of a maintenance team consisting of one Senior Engineer and two Technical Assistants, collaborating closely with contractors and wider teams. With appropriate guidance and training, you will support the operation of traffic signals and the maintenance of existing Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) equipment. Your responsibilities will also include responding to damage to county assets, assisting with traffic management arrangements during repair works, and ensuring activities are carried out safely and efficiently. You will also support site chart amendments using AutoCAD and other relevant software, as well as analysing asset data and maintaining accurate records. This includes reviewing inspections carried out by contractor and ensuring compliance with required standards. In addition, you will assist with financial processes by checking bills and invoices for accuracy, you will also respond to enquiries from members of the public, councillors, and other stakeholders. If you enjoy troubleshooting and have an interest in understanding how systems work this role will be well suited to you. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: An understanding of current intelligent traffic systems (ITS), including control methodologies, controller specifications and associated software applications A basic understanding of design, operation and maintenance of traffic control systems Understanding of CAD and associated traffic signal applications such as AutoCAD An understanding of finance, checking bills, invoices for accuracy Ability to communicate professionally with contractors / consultants and stakeholders A relevant Level 4 qualification (e.g. HNC/CertHE) or relevant experience The role holder will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. To apply, please submit your CV along with a personal statement outlining why you should be considered for this role. Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/06/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.