You will lead the directorate’s business architecture approach, with responsibility for a broad strategic delivery portfolio. Operating at the heart of the directorate you will lead and continuously improve the organisation’s design, maintaining a delivery model that is consistently right sized and capable of delivering our Property Strategy and Business Plan activity. Maturing and embedding a refreshed operating framework will ensure our governance, risk and assurance processes provide end to end oversight and alignment across the property portfolio. As such, this is a uniquely high-profile people-centred role, that puts you at the centre of departmental decision-making. You will also be responsible for offering counsel and advice to the department’s Permanent Secretary and Directors General. The role will include development and management of strategic asset opportunities and threats (at building level, acquisitions, disposals) and management of information, data and systems, underpinned by sound governance processes, analysis/use of data to inform decisions underpinning strategy, policy and planning. This strategic management of the Estate wide priorities would see the role working closely with stakeholders such as His Majesty’s Prisons and Probation Service (HMPPS). Working directly to the Chief Property Officer, as a member of the Property Directorate Senior Leadership Team, you will plan and oversee a professional function, managing performance, risk, change and organisational design of the function to ensure that it delivers on its strategy and for its stakeholders.. Location : UK

Newham CAMHS are excited to be recruiting to a full time post as a Children & Young People’s CBT Practitioner within the Wellbeing in Newham Schools Team. (Mental Health Support Team - MHST). The post-holder will work within Newham CAMHS WINS providing assessments and interventions in and around local schools. The successful candidate will need to be a registered EMHP. We are looking for confident CAMHS professionals who are keen to provide CBT evidence based interventions to children and young people within schools. You will have a demonstrable track record of providing collaborative and supportive interventions with children, young people, families, and parents/carers. The community served is multi-ethnic and culturally diverse and we welcome applicants who are skilled at working with the richness and complexity of this multicultural context. We offer an exciting and dynamic environment where your ideas and career development will be valued. You will be supported directly by senior colleagues as we develop the service together. 1. Delivery of CBT based interventions for low mood and anxiety in educational settings across the borough, as per the MHST model and supporting development of the service. 2. As the post holder will be working within the community, they will establish and maintain positive relationships with professionals, agencies, charities and teams who also provide services to children and/or young people in the community. 3. Actioning the 3 core functions of an MHST: to deliver evidence-based interventions for mild-to-moderate mental health issues, support the senior mental health lead in each school or college to introduce or develop their whole school or college approach and, give timely advise to school and college staff and liaise with external specialist services to help children and young people to get the right support and stay in education. Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Please see the attached job description to review the main elements of the role including; Clinical Care, Administration, Performance and Quality plus training and supervision. This advert closes on Sunday 31 Aug 2025. Location : London, E138AL

Job Title: Art Teacher Location: Sheffield (S36) Pay Rate: £155 – £220 per day (depending on experience) Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Part-time / Full-time Do you have a flair for creativity and a passion for inspiring young artists? GSL Education are seeking a committed and imaginative Art Teacher to join a vibrant school in Sheffield. This is an excellent chance to motivate learners and help them unlock their artistic abilities through stimulating and inclusive lessons. As an Art Teacher, you’ll guide students through a broad curriculum including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, encouraging both creativity and skill development. Responsibilities as an Art Teacher: Plan and deliver exciting art lessons across various Key Stages. Foster artistic growth and support students in building their portfolios. Promote visual literacy and critical thinking in the arts. Maintain a supportive and inspiring learning environment. Assess and monitor student progress, offering constructive feedback. Requirements for Art Teacher: UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is preferred. Experience teaching Art in a school setting is highly beneficial. Excellent communication and classroom management skills. A deep enthusiasm for art education and student achievement. An enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply. Please provide a full, up-to-date CV with a 10-year work history and all employment gaps explained. Why Work with GSL Education? Competitive rates reflective of your experience. Supportive consultants who prioritise your career development. Access to a wide network of schools and career opportunities. Transparent, ethical recruitment process. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. To apply for the Art Teacher position, please click "apply now" and submit your most recent CV. One of our consultants will contact you shortly. LogicMelon. Location : Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

37 hours per week Are you a highly organised administrator with great attention to detail and a methodical approach? If so, this could be the job for you as we are looking for someone to work within our friendly Business Support Corporate Landlord team as a Helpdesk Officer. The Helpdesk Officer is a key role as it is the first point of contact for all enquiries relating to Corporate Landlord Facilities Management and dealing directly with customers for repairs or planned maintenance on BCBC buildings. You'll be liaising with colleagues from across the council ensuring repairs are done in a timely manner. A strong communicator, you will be dealing with customer requests to address both reactive and planned maintenance issues. This will include allocating the jobs to the appropriate section, liaising between clients and both internal/external contractors and maintaining the records on the relevant computerised system. You will be comfortable working with databases and digital system and ideally will have some experience in a business support function. Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 06 August 2025 Shortlisting Date: 08 August 2025 Interview Date: 15 August 2025 Bridgend County Borough Council. Location : Bridgend, Wales, United Kingdom

CQC Deputy Director of Governance Executive Level 3: £73,150 per annum Contracted Hours: Full time 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Home-based, with travel to meetings as required Closing Date: Tuesday 12th August 2025 at 11.59pm Interview Date: TBC via MS Teams For an informal discussion or further information on the role, please contact Chris Usher via his PA olivia.dean-goodchild@cqc.org.uk and for general enquiries please contact recruitment@cqc.org.uk Make a difference Every role at CQC contributes to our mission. If you're looking for a new role in Governance that gives a true sense of meaning and purpose, then you've found it! As our Deputy Director of Governance, you'll ensure our Board and Executive Team are supported by strong governance, enabling confident, transparent, and accountable leadership. Picture this Imagine being the trusted Advisor to the Board and Executive Team, ensuring decisions are made with clarity, integrity, and in line with best practice governance. In the last year as a Deputy Director of Governance, you might have led the development of CQC's annual governance statement, providing public assurance on our internal controls. In the last year as a Deputy Director of Governance, you might have negotiated with the Department of Health to strengthen CQC's accountability framework and improve collaboration with key partners. The role You'll play an important part in delivering our mission. In this role, you'll: Lead governance: Oversee the Board's governance framework, ensuring compliance with statutory and best practice standards, and managing key governance documents. Support executive leadership: Provide high-quality secretariat support to the CEO, Chair, Executive and Non-Executive Directors, enabling effective decision-making and leadership. Embed the CQC way: ensure the way you lead and that governance and decision making across CQC embodies with the CQC way. Show us We will be looking for specific skills, knowledge and experience in your application form: Experience leading corporate governance functions, including Board support and statutory reporting in a public or regulatory setting. Proven ability to influence and negotiate with senior stakeholders, including government departments and executive leaders, to shape governance and accountability frameworks. Strong leadership and team development skills, with experience managing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. Join us and help CQC shape the future of health and care. Compliance To progress your application, you'll need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Without valid right to work you won't be eligible for the role. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Some roles may also be subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Next steps You can read the full details of the role in the following Job Description & Candidate Pack: If you apply, you'll need to create a profile and complete an online application form. Your application will be completely anonymous. Please see our information for applicants for more details on the process. We contact every applicant to let them know the outcome of their application, so you will hear from us whether or not you are shortlisted. How to apply To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV and Supporting Statement (no more than 750-words) via the Recruitment System: Your Supporting Statement should cover the following: How your previous experience makes you suitable for this role? What strengths will you bring to the role? You will also be required to complete additional role specific questions at the beginning of your application. The Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including: Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually 8 days per year). Training and development opportunities. Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation. NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution. Discount schemes (including eligibility for Blue Light card, costing £4.99 and valid for 2 years), reward vouchers, car leasing and more! Please see our benefits page for the full list Equity for all We know job descriptions can feel intimidating. Research shows they can cause some people to doubt whether they're a good fit. This happens more often to people from underrepresented groups (e.g. ethnic minority backgrounds). If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, skills, and experience could be exactly what we need. We want every candidate to feel supported and able to do their best. If you need adjustments to our process, we'll work with you to remove any barriers. Visit our accessibility page for more on this. If you'd like to chat, please contact recruitment@cqc.org.uk. We promote a workplace where fairness, respect and inclusion are a priority. Diverse teams make our work better, help us deliver our mission and make our culture stronger. See our ED&I page for more about this. We welcome applications from everyone, and colleagues can find support and community among our many employee networks. This includes people of any: Age Sex Gender identity or expression Sexual orientation Religion or belief Ethnicity Disability A Note on AI AI tools can be great for research and refining ideas, but we want to learn about you. If you use AI or Chatbots to help you with your application, keep these points in mind: . AI can support research, structuring and refining your writing, but your application must reflect your real skills and experience. . Spell-checking and condensing word counts are great ways to use AI effectively. . Do not copy and paste AI generated answers. These will not help you stand out; remember we want to hear about your skills and experience. . Providing false and insincere examples goes against our core values of honesty and integrity and may lead to your application being withdrawn or termination of your employment. Values and vision We are guided by our core values, which shape our work and our culture. Excellence - being a high-performing organisation. Caring - treating everyone with dignity and respect. Integrity - doing the right thing. Teamwork - learning from each other to be the best we can. We are a disability confident employer and a carer confident employer. Care Quality Commission. Location : United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Sponsorship is not available Introduction Are you an experienced Clinical Psychologist looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference and changes lives for the better? Join the team at The Chimneys as a Clinical Psychologist and Head of Therapies and enjoy support from a regional network of healthcare professionals. You will be working at The Chimneys a Level 2 mental health rehabilitation inpatient services (higher support needs). The Chimneys is a 23 bed service, set across two wards. The service supports women who have a mental health need and/or a diagnosis of a Personality Disorder. People may also have other co-morbid diagnoses such as mild learning disability and co-existing physical health conditions or be transitioning from CAMHS services. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and CPD at The Chimneys, where you will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. You will be responsible for the overall clinical leadership of the therapies team at The Chimneys which will include developing of clinical pathways, clinical governance and provision of high-quality clinical supervisions. You will be responsible for the systemic development and provision of specialist psychological and occupational therapy services for service users, including the development and provision of services that meet the agreed service priorities. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead and oversee the specialised psychological programme and the transdisciplinary team where you will provide supervision and training to your peers to ensure they understand the concepts and principles underpinning the framework and the specialised skills required to work successfully within this service model. You will have experience and knowledge in carrying a designated caseload, including assessing service users with complex needs, and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatment within a Level 2 mental health rehabilitation inpatient services. We value your professional growth and offer numerous career development opportunities. Our extensive range of courses is designed to help you grow and succeed in your career. It's a career that brings pride and fulfilment a true representation of what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As part of the senior leadership you will be required as part of your duties to have on call responsibilities. As a Clinical Psychologist Therapy Lead, you will be: Deliver strategic and clinical strategies to grow and further develop a Level 2 mental health rehabilitation inpatient services care pathway. Support in regional development projects Identify and develop new services Ensure all non-medical therapeutic approaches are underpinned by a conceptual model, have an empirical evidence base, and that their effectiveness is measured. Ensure that all members of the Multi-disciplinary team have access to and understanding of the concepts and principles underpinning framework and the specialised skills Working autonomously to provide a specialist psychology service to service users as agreed by Consultant Psychiatrist, and in discussion with wider MDT To be successful in this role you will need: Doctoral Degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology Further training in at least one relevant specialist therapy Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council Knowledge of current national policies, legislation, and professional standards in practice. Chartered Member of the BPS Evidence of engagement in ABI networks. Post-doctoral level knowledge and application of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis What you will get: Offering competitive annual salary 25 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. 24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Elysium Healthcare. Location : Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom

Please Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle is an Essential Requirement. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Turning Point's Leicestershire Substance Misuse Service as a Young People and Young Adult's Recovery Worker. You will join our large integrated service which delivers treatment across the whole of Leicestershire and Rutland. You will join our specialist Young People and Young Adult Team delivering substance misuse treatment to service users to under 18's and young adults up to the age of 25. You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths. Whether you are looking to progress into a management and leadership role or to be a specialist in your field as an Advanced Substance Misuse Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey. Role Responsibility You will support a caseload of Young People and Young Adults; undertaking assessments, developing person centred recovery plans and running evidence-based substance misuse interventions in groups and on a 1:2:1 basis. You will deliver interventions both face to face and via telephone and video technology where appropriate. Multi-agency working with partner agencies including Youth Offending Teams, Schools, Police, Children's Homes and Social Services is an essential part of this role. You will spend your time out and about, working within the Youth Offending Team, going into Schools across the county and seeing young people wherever meets their needs. The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be a highly effective communicator, efficient and organised and have a real passion for supporting service users to achieve recovery. The ability to engage with young people and young adults is a fundamental skill required for this role. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 25 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Turning Point. Location : Rutland, United Kingdom

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Farnham Salary Scale: £13.80 to £15 per hour Start Date: ASAP Are you a caring and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant ready to provide individualised support and empower students to thrive in a supportive and inclusive school environment? About the Role: GSL Education are looking for a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a school in Farnham. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for someone committed to positively impacting the lives of students with diverse needs, helping them succeed in both their academic journey and personal development. Key Responsibilities of a SEN Teaching Assistant: Provide personalised support to students with a range of special educational needs, including autism and social-emotional challenges. Work closely with teachers and fellow SEN staff to foster a positive, inclusive learning atmosphere. Implement tailored strategies to encourage positive behaviour and active participation in learning activities. Assist with behaviour management, helping to maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment. Adapt your approach to meet each student's unique needs, ensuring they feel a sense of belonging and can thrive both academically and emotionally. Requirements for the SEN Teaching Assistant role: Strong knowledge of behaviour management techniques. Proven experience supporting children with special educational needs, including physical disabilities, language disorders, and autism spectrum disorders. Relevant qualifications in early childhood education or special education. Excellent communication skills with a strong ability to collaborate with families and other professionals. A compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach to working with children. Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN strategies and best practices. To work with GSL Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you should: Have the right to work in the UK. Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years. Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments. Please be advised that this SEN Teaching Assistant role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of SEN Teaching Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online. LogicMelon. Location : Farnham, Surrey, United Kingdom

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! With your support as a Kitchen Assistant at Harvester - Lowry Centre, everything will run smoothly! You’ll make sure the kitchen is stocked up, clean, tidy and ready for the shift ahead; supporting the chefs to serve food to be proud of. Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken, sizzling grills and unlimited salad bar, we pride ourselves on offering feel good dining for the nation. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Flexible shifts to fit around you. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family. Wagestream – A financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS KITCHEN ASSISTANT YOU’LL… Set up the kitchen ready for the day. Help keep the kitchen clean during a busy shift. Work as part of a team, supporting the chefs to serve food to be proud of. Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply. Location : Salford, , M50 3AG

Job summary In this important role, you will be part of a duty rotation of social workers receiving assessments as they are referred by our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub. You will also be responsible for leading Section 47 child protection investigations where they are necessary, all with the support of experienced permanent managers. The role of a children's assessment social worker is critical in ensuring our children and their families receive thoughtful, evidence-based assessments that help them identify and make changes, and where necessary have a well developed further plan of intervention to support lasting changes. Main duties of the job This is a key safeguarding role and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful and child-focused service. Therefore, for such an important role, you should be a qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration, and have completed the ASYE (or equivalent). You should have experience of working with children and their families in a statutory setting. Most importantly, you should share our commitment to delivering respectful, proportionate and evidence-based assessments that are child-focused and ensures children's voices really make a difference to what we do. About us The Childrens Assessment Service provides an early response to support children and their families who may be in need or at risk of harm without our help. The team's purpose is to complete comprehensive child and family assessments in partnership with children and their families, so we can ensure they receive the right help, at the right time. We do this with the support of our multi-agency partners with whom we have developed strong relationships as part of Oxfordshires commitment to the Family Safeguarding Model. As you may expect, a children's assessment team is a fast-paced environment providing a wealth of professional development opportunities and our social worker's have the privilege of supporting families at one of the earliest points of contact with children's services. We maintain a OFSTED rating of 'Good' overall and now we continue to work to ensure children and families receive an Outstanding service. Details Date posted 01 August 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £37,938 to £43,693 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number VPFD17F28C Job locations Abingdon OX14 1AG Job description Job responsibilities About Us The Childrens Assessment Service provides an earlyresponse tosupport children and their families who may be in need or at risk of harm without our help.The team's purpose is to complete comprehensivechild and family assessments in partnership with children and their families, so we can ensure they receive the right help, at the right time.We do this with thesupport of our multi-agency partners with whom we have developed strong relationships as part of Oxfordshirescommitment to the Family Safeguarding Model.As you may expect, a children's assessment team is a fast-paced environment providing a wealth of professional development opportunities and our social worker's have the privilege ofsupporting families at one of the earliest points of contact with children's services.We maintain a OFSTED rating of 'Good' overall and now we continue to work to ensure children and families receive an Outstanding service About the Role In this important role, you will be part of a duty rotation of social workers receiving assessments as they are referred by our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub.You will also be responsible for leading Section 47child protection investigations where they are necessary, all with thesupport of experienced permanent managers.The role of a children's assessment social worker is critical in ensuring our children and their families receive thoughtful, evidence-based assessments that help them identify and make changes, and where necessary have a well developed further plan of intervention tosupport lasting changes. About you This is a key safeguarding role and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful andchild-focused service.Therefore, for such an important role, you should be a qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration, and have completed the ASYE (or equivalent). You should have experience of working with children and their families in a statutory setting.Most importantly, you shouldshare ourcommitment to delivering respectful, proportionate and evidence-based assessments that arechild-focused and ensures children's voices really make a difference to what we do. Rewards and benefits It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too.We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology tosupport agile working.We offer some of the very best learning and development opportunities tosupport your ongoing development. We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering. Welcome andLoyalty payment of £3,500. Relocation allowance of up to £8,000. Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays). A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Flexible working. Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport 24x7. Range of family-friendly policies. Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities. Excellent learning and development opportunities. Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all. Ourcommitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommitted to helping andsupporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Ourcommitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Ourcommitment to: Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk Job description Job responsibilities About Us The Childrens Assessment Service provides an earlyresponse tosupport children and their families who may be in need or at risk of harm without our help.The team's purpose is to complete comprehensivechild and family assessments in partnership with children and their families, so we can ensure they receive the right help, at the right time.We do this with thesupport of our multi-agency partners with whom we have developed strong relationships as part of Oxfordshirescommitment to the Family Safeguarding Model.As you may expect, a children's assessment team is a fast-paced environment providing a wealth of professional development opportunities and our social worker's have the privilege ofsupporting families at one of the earliest points of contact with children's services.We maintain a OFSTED rating of 'Good' overall and now we continue to work to ensure children and families receive an Outstanding service About the Role In this important role, you will be part of a duty rotation of social workers receiving assessments as they are referred by our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub.You will also be responsible for leading Section 47child protection investigations where they are necessary, all with thesupport of experienced permanent managers.The role of a children's assessment social worker is critical in ensuring our children and their families receive thoughtful, evidence-based assessments that help them identify and make changes, and where necessary have a well developed further plan of intervention tosupport lasting changes. About you This is a key safeguarding role and our social workers are critical in ensuring children and families receive a safe, respectful andchild-focused service.Therefore, for such an important role, you should be a qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration, and have completed the ASYE (or equivalent). You should have experience of working with children and their families in a statutory setting.Most importantly, you shouldshare ourcommitment to delivering respectful, proportionate and evidence-based assessments that arechild-focused and ensures children's voices really make a difference to what we do. Rewards and benefits It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too.We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology tosupport agile working.We offer some of the very best learning and development opportunities tosupport your ongoing development. We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering. Welcome andLoyalty payment of £3,500. Relocation allowance of up to £8,000. Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays). A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Flexible working. Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport 24x7. Range of family-friendly policies. Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities. Excellent learning and development opportunities. Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all. Ourcommitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommitted to helping andsupporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Ourcommitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Ourcommitment to: Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Oxfordshire County Council Address Abingdon OX14 1AG Employer's website https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Oxfordshire County Council Address Abingdon OX14 1AG Employer's website https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : OX14 1AG Abingdon, United Kingdom