Hertfordshire County Council

Job Title: Assistant HR Officer Starting Salary: £27,694 opportunity to progress to £31,022 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage - Office based whilst training Contract Type: Fixed Term - end date Directorate: Resources About the team This is an exciting opportunity to join the Transactions Management Team.as an Assistant HR Officer supporting the delivery of a consistent, high-quality payroll and contract production service to council departments and traded companies. This role forms part of an experienced, dedicated team, who work in a fast-paced environment. About the role A key part of this role is the processing of payroll changes in the SAP system including new starters and contractual changes to terms and conditions. The role also involves producing contracts of employment and contract variation letters for employees. The successful candidate will be responsible for their own allocation of a council department, including managing the inbox and handling all work relating to this area, as well as working with the wider the team and supporting colleagues to ensure important payroll deadlines are met. In addition, all system changes will be checked by carrying out a validation exercise. The role will also require involvement in the monthly net pay checking before the final payroll signoff, responding to queries through email, phone, and a query management portal.You will work closely with colleagues across the wider HR and Payroll Team to ensure important payroll deadlines are met. About you Essential: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in working with Microsoft applications. Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines. Desirable: Knowledge of local government terms and conditions Experience of SAP system would be an advantage. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to enhance their existing HR and Admin skills in a Local Government environment with a diverse range of terms and conditions.This is the perfect role for an organised, pro-active individual, with strong admin skills looking to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This job role is Level 7. Please locate the job profile here: To hear more about this opportunity please contact or for an informal discussion about the role. Interview Date: 21 and 22 May 2026 How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities.You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Secondment This role is open to secondments for eligible employees who work for HCC.If you wish to apply on a secondment basis, you must have your line manager's approval before submitting your application. You will be asked to confirm this within your application form. If you are not eligible for a secondment (e.g., you are currently on a fixed-term contract that would end before this positions ends) or you indicate that your manager cannot support a secondment, your application will be considered on a fixed-term contract basis instead. Additional information DisabilityConfident We are proud to be a and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).

Job Title: Academy Residential ARC Worker Starting Salary: £25,583 per annum plus 6% market enhancement Hours: 37 Location: Countywide Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Children's Services About the team Always had a passion for working with children and young people but don't have any experience in Social Care?HertfordshireCounty Council has developed an Academy programme as the first step in your journey into social care.Our Residential service for children, this consists of 7 homes, including 2 very specialist homes, 1 disability and the rest mainstream multi bedded homes. About the role Our Academy programme is designed to give you the foundation blocks needed, to become an excellent childcare worker to enable our children and young people to achieve all they can. This is an intensive 6-month programme with access to specialist training.You will have the opportunity to undertake work placements in two different homes within the service working with our most vulnerable and traumatised young people whilst receiving a high level of support and training. The role will entail working with young people who have challenging behaviours, supporting young people to access education, and undertaking activities with the young people. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be assigned to 1 home permanently and your salary will increase to £30,559 per annum plus market enhancement. Working in our team will give you the opportunity to further your career through accessing further training opportunities. As part of this role, you will be expected to undertake diploma level 4. About you Whilst no specific skills or experience in social care is required, your passion and commitment to learn is essential for working with our children and young people. Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and regular access to a car We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This job role is within the %openingfff_19620% , level %openingfff_19621% job profile. Please locate this via: For an informal discussion and more information please contact: Sabika Sabeen - . Assessment Centre Dates: 19th May, 20th May and 4th June How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities.You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Additional information Disability Confident We are proud to be a and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Driving required You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).

Job Title: Hertfordshire Senior Youth Worker (North Herts) Starting Salary: £41,023 progressing to £44,128 per annum Hours: 37 Location: North Herts Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Children's Services About the team Hertfordshire Services for Young People provides informal education / youth work, careers education information advice guidance, work related learning, work experience and the review and maintenance of education health and care plans for young people post-16 / post school. Our vision is clear. We want young people to succeed. By joining us, you will play a vital role in helping them overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve positive futures. About the role As the Senior Youth Worker, you will support vulnerable young people aged 11-17 (and up to 25 for Care Leavers and young people with SEND). You'll support those experiencing difficulties at school, at home, or in the community, helping them navigate early challenges and prevent escalation to more intensive services. This role will see you: Deliver targeted youth work, including evening group projects Support young people missing from education to successfully re-engage Work with young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Lead youth work practice across the North Herts team Support training and development across the area team and Service About you We are looking for someone who can build positive relationships quickly, adapt to diverse needs, and respond confidently to service priorities. You will have: Essential: A nationally recognised JNC youth work qualification Substantial experience working with young people aged 11-17 Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work flexibly and at pace Ability to work 37 hours per week, including regular evenings, some weekends, and school holidays (in line with JNC terms and conditions) Confidence using ICT systems including recording data Experience of line / performance management of staff A full UK driving licence and daily access to a vehicle We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will make a meaningful difference to young people's lives and their transition to adulthood. Find Out More If you would like an informal conversation, please contact: Interview Date: 11.06.26 (Skills Interviews including Presentations & Written Tasks) Personal Interview/s: 18.06.26 How to apply As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. Additional information Disability Confident We are proud to be a and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Driving required You'll need to have the ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to travel to other locations. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).