Job Details

Edmonton Children’s Centre is based in the heart of the Edmonton community and acts as a service hub for families and children from pre birth to five years old. Due to a recent restructure we are looking to develop our dedicated team to provide local families with access to all manner of advice, guidance and early education, with a primary focus on strengthening and supporting families.

• Do you have the knowledge to recognise and understand who the community is and who they can be? * Do you have the skills to help them achieve it?

We are looking to recruit a team that is enthusiastic, flexible and motivated. To work within the children’s centre delivering community services we require: * Knowledge of child development and a play based curriculum in line with the EYFS * Experience of working in an early years environment and supporting families * Minimum Level 3 Qualification in Childcare and Early Years
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Bernadette Frain-Atallah on 020 8350 5573 for an informal discussion.
Closing and Interview Dates

Closing date: Sunday 3rd June 2012 Midnight

Additional Information

If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Selina Ofoegbu on 020 8379 3363. A textphone (minicom) is provided for those with a hearing or speech impairment on 020 8379 4419. “This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment”.

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Working with our County Community Forensic Service, you’ll be part of a an integrated staff group that include psychologists, CPNs, AMHPs and psychiatrists who work closely together as a dedicated group committed to balancing public interest and improving the lives of those with serious mental health problems and serious offending.

We are looking for an individual with AMHP experience who is an effective team player in a high profile and specialist small service where you will be required to have excellent risk assessment skills, report writing skills and an awareness of criminal justice services and part 3 of the Mental Health Act. You will be required to manage a small complex caseload of clients with severe and enduring mental health problems and risk of serious public offences.

In relation to the mental health act you will be responsible for undertaking statutory duties and be part of a duty rota for the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) service. You’ll also manage the supervision, training and professional development of staff, students and volunteers, and be responsible for your own personal training in order to maintain up-to-date knowledge of mental health issues.

To join us, you should have a Professional Qualification in either Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health Nursing or Psychology in addition to Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) status, advanced mental health training and substantial post qualifying experience that should include direct work with those who have mental health problems.

You should have a working knowledge of legislation, assessments, preparation of care plans, monitoring and reviewing outcomes.

For an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Andrea Killick (Senior AMHP) or Danny Jones (Service Manager) on 01932723188.

Surrey County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice, reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

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Mental Health services are delivered through the integrated partnership of Surrey County Council and Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

We currently have vacancies in a various dynamic community settings including the AMHP Frontline Services, Assertive Outreach Teams, Community Forensic Services and other Integrated Community Mental Health Teams. These posts offer an exciting opportunity to help us provide a multi-disciplinary service, raise social work standards, and promote social inclusion within an integrated setting.

We are looking for enthusiastic qualified Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) who can effectively manage complex caseload of clients with severe and enduring mental health needs whilst assessing the social care needs of individuals to deliver comprehensive care plans to meet specific needs.

You will be responsible for undertaking statutory duties and be part of a duty rota for the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) service. We will offer clear vprofessional leadership and great opportunities to develop your career. You will be supported to offer supervision, training and professional development of staff, students and volunteers, and be responsible for your own personal training in order to maintain up-to-date knowledge of mental health issues.

To join us, you should have a Professional Qualification in either Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health Nursing or Psychology in addition to Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) status, post qualifying experience that should include direct work with those who have mental health needs.

You should have a working knowledge of legislation, assessments, preparation of care plans, monitoring and reviewing outcomes.

For an informal discussion about these roles please call Gus Blankson on 07968833228 or Chrissie Caines on 07968 832858.

Surrey County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice, reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

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Are you a strong team player able to rely on your research knowledge and skills to solve practical problems whilst handling a demanding workload with changing priorities?

You will be supporting and developing the Council’s use of geographic information and so will be operating within a high profile service area and liaising right across the organisation, as well as with external customers and suppliers.

You will have proven influencing and persuading skills – a key part of the post initially will be to both understand customer needs and influence behaviours to make the best use of GIS in IT services.

Experience of Map Info, Map Basic and Oracle is preferable.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Linda Frame, IT Development Manager on 01483 523157.

To find out more download a form from the Application Options below or alternatively, email jobs@waverley.gov.uk or call 01483523383 (24 hours). Strictly no agencies please.

Closing date for applications: 12.00noon on Wednesday 6 June 2012.

Interview date: Monday 18 June 2012.

Please note we do not accept applications after the time given on the closing date.

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We are looking for an enthusiastic and self motivated individual to join our busy and well established Private Sector Housing Team. You will be required to undertake inspections of properties within the district, manage disabled facilities grants cases and provide advice, guidance and enforcement on a range of private sector housing issues.

You will be responsible for inspecting properties using HHSRS, dealing with disabled facilities grants, signposting and assisting residents in accessing energy efficiency grants and schemes and provide advice, guidance and enforcement on a range of landlord and tenant issues.

Experience of working in a similar role is essential along with a clear understanding of relevant legislation.

You must be well organised with a methodical approach and have excellent communication skills. You must also have the ability to work as part of a team and to work to strict deadlines.

Based in Thrapston, Northamptonshire this role will be varied and challenging.

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact Jenny Walker, Environmental Protection Manager on 01832 742209.

Closing date: 5pm on Wednesday, 6 June 2012.

Interview date: Week commencing 9 July 2012.

Application Information

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With high-quality leisure centres offering a wide-range of activities, the most outdoor gyms in the UK, and an exciting and inclusive sports and physical activity offer Camden is committed to helping the local community lead healthy and active lives.

We are looking for someone who can continue to develop a sports and physical activity service that everyone can enjoy and feel a part of and foster our vibrant and effective strategic partnerships.

This is an unique opportunity to help shape a lasting legacy of sports and physical activity in a high-profile central London borough.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ACCEPT JOB SHARE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POST

• Experience of working in the public, voluntary or charity sectors in a Strategic Management role Background in sport and physical activity
• A relevant degree in sports development, management or business studies is desirable
• Demonstrate strategic thinking Evidence strong partnership working
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Candidates must be analytical and methodical

Camden is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

How to apply: To apply for this job please follow the “Apply for this job” link. As part of the application form you will be asked to explain how you meet the key requirements for this role listed in the advert. When explaining how you meet each of the requirements, please give examples that clearly demonstrate your skills, knowledge and experience. When writing your examples give a brief description of the situation or task but focus on the actions you took and the result of your actions.

Closing date for applications: Friday 1st June 2012, 23.59

Interviews to be held: w/c 15th & 22nd June 2012

Please quote reference: LBC1945

For further information about this role, please refer to the Job Profile

Equal Opportunities

Camden Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

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About Hillingdon

Hillingdon Council: Putting our residents first

About the job

This post currently attracts a £2,000 Market Factor Supplement.

We’re always on the lookout for qualified Social Workers in our Children’s Services. Currently we are inviting applications from Social Workers who have worked in a front line and/or statutory role for a minimum of two years and have proven child protection and court work experience

About the person

With your comprehensive understanding and practical experience of working with the Children’s Act 1989 and associated legislation, you’ll be a GSCC registered Social Worker looking to progress your Social Work career with a forward thinking London Borough. With your diverse background you will be particularly skilled at working with professionals from other disciplines and be able to identify and work with vulnerable young people, those with complex problems and those who may present a risk to others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced CRB check as well as other employment clearances.

Positive about disability & Investors in people

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School Business Manager

Grade: PO17 £47,655 – £50,986

Commencing 1st September 2012 to work 37 hours per week.

The Governors of this large, successful and popular school are seeking to appoint a Business Manager with strategic vision, passion and commitment to join our Senior Leadership Team.

The role focuses on the leadership and management of finance, personnel and premises matters.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in financial and personnel management with relevant qualifications and experience and a good understanding of education finance, ideally working in one or more school or a local authority. The post holder must also have excellent communication and wider interpersonal skills and be able to lead teams and work as a member of a team. S/he will be able to demonstrated commitment to on-going professional development.

This is an excellent career development opportunity for someone with a strong track record to work in a successful forward looking organisation and to support that continued success by ensuring that the non-academic functions support the teaching and learning of the students in school.

This post involves working with children and therefore, if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.direct.gov.uk

Closing date: 25th May 2012 at 12.30pm

Interviews to be held over two days week commencing: 11th June 2012

Further details and applications packs are available from Mrs J Fenton at the school or from the school’s website: wathcomp.rgfl.org

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We undertake to make any reasonable adjustments to a job or workplace to counteract any disadvantages a disabled person may face.

Rotherham Heritage Services is looking to appoint a full time Archivist on a temporary 12 month contract to work as part of the Collections Development Team. The Collections Development Team is responsible for all of the collections within Heritage Services, including archives, local studies, museums and gallery collections. This is a temporary post for 12 months.

You will have experience of working in an archive including with customers. You will also have experience of collections management within an archives environment including having a working knowledge of ISAD. You will have current knowledge of issues relating to the provision of collections care of archives collections, and practical knowledge of collections management databases e.g. Calm. You are also likely to have an archives qualification.

The post is a professionally graded post Band F/G with progression to Band G dependent on gaining professional accreditation.

You will be required to undertake some public Searchroom duties on a rota basis, including working at least an average of one Saturday in four.

For further information please contact Frances Yeo on (01709) 336633 or e-mail frances.yeo@rotherham.gov.uk

Closing date: 25 May 2012

For more information about the above posts, or to see our full range of job opportunities and apply online, take a look at our websitewww.rotherham.gov.uk/jobs

London is moving east and Newham is at the centre of that change. We are the future of the capital in terms of regeneration and opportunities and a host borough for the 2012 Games. We are a great place to do business, a great place to visit, and a great place where people choose to live, work and stay.

We are looking to recruit a highly-talented marketing and information manager to our communications team who shares our ambition for the borough and wants to be part of a success story. We need an experienced person to lead, manage and deliver a council-wide programme of marketing and design communications in line with our corporate priorities. We need someone who can promote a positive image of the council and explain our policies and campaigns to residents, businesses, visitors, council employees, tourists and other target groups, as well as managing the council brand.

The Person

The ideal candidate will be experienced in marketing communications, channels and methods; creating strategic marketing campaigns that have achieved results; service communications in a large organisation and managing complex workloads effectively, allocating resources accordingly and managing performance and professional development of staff.

Additional Information

Closing date for applications 27th May 2012

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