Employment and Training Advisers £30,559 with the opportunity to progress to £33,366 37 hour a week, opportunities in local teams across Hertfordshire. Hertfordshire County Council Services for Young People (HCC SfYP) is the primary provider of youth work, career education, information advice guidance and work-related learning in Hertfordshire. Our vision for young people is clear. We want young people to succeed, and by working for us you'll be key to enable this to happen. We work with vulnerable young people to address emerging needs, improve life chances, and reduce escalation to more expensive and intensive services. This includes supporting those challenged in education, their community or home life, to ensure a successful transition to adulthood. The young people we work with are typically 11-17 and 18 to 25 if they are Care Leavers or have SEND. You will work with young people who are not in employment, education or training providing employment and training opportunities through job brokering and marketing vacancies. You will enhance the employability skills of young people by offering a range of services to include CV writing and interview preparation. This is a varied role working as part of a team and will include direct contact with local employers to source a range of work-related opportunities for young people and after appropriate training, carry out Health & Safety checks with employers to support work experience placements. To find out more, please contact Kips Green: or . For more information regarding the work of Services for Young People please visit Closing Date: 31 August 2025. Interview Date: Week commencing 8th September.
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
Employment and Training Advisers £30,559 with the opportunity to progress to £33,366 37 hour a week, opportunities in local teams across Hertfordshire. Hertfordshire County Council Services for Young People (HCC SfYP) is the primary provider of youth work, career education, information advice guidance and work-related learning in Hertfordshire. Our vision for young people is clear. We want young people to succeed, and by working for us you'll be key to enable this to happen. We work with vulnerable young people to address emerging needs, improve life chances, and reduce escalation to more expensive and intensive services. This includes supporting those challenged in education, their community or home life, to ensure a successful transition to adulthood. The young people we work with are typically 11-17 and 18 to 25 if they are Care Leavers or have SEND. You will work with young people who are not in employment, education or training providing employment and training opportunities through job brokering and marketing vacancies. You will enhance the employability skills of young people by offering a range of services to include CV writing and interview preparation. This is a varied role working as part of a team and will include direct contact with local employers to source a range of work-related opportunities for young people and after appropriate training, carry out Health & Safety checks with employers to support work experience placements. To find out more, please contact Kips Green: or . For more information regarding the work of Services for Young People please visit Closing Date: 31 August 2025. Interview Date: Week commencing 8th September.
HCC Services for Young People is the primary provider of youth work, career information advice guidance and work-related learning in Hertfordshire. Our vision for young people is clear. We want young people to succeed, and by working for us you'll be key to enable this to happen. We work with vulnerable young people to address emerging needs, improve life chances, and reduce escalation to more expensive and intensive services. This includes supporting those challenged in education, their community or home life, to ensure a successful transition to adulthood. We predominantly work with young people aged 11-17 and up to 25 for those with SEND and Care Leavers. Youth Work Development Worker £40,749 to £43,765 per annum JNC qualified, working across the north and east of the county Senior Youth Worker £39,751 to £42,760 per annum JNC qualified, across Dacorum Youth Worker (Development) £32,818 to £35,236 per annum JNC qualified, working across the north and east of the county Youth Workers £32,818 to £35,236 per annum JNC qualified, opportunities in North Herts and Broxbourne and East Herts and Welwyn Hatfield. If you do not already hold a JNC qualification, we will fully fund your qualification - you'll start with us as a trainee on £28,724 to £32,040. All positions are permanent and full time (37 hours a week), in line with JNC terms and conditions. What's involved in the roles? You'll be delivering important targeted work, working with the most vulnerable young people. This will involve leading on group work projects with support from Youth Support Workers and delivering one to one support. By delivering this work, you can make a real difference to young people's lives. You would be giving young people support at an early stage, preventing their issues from seriously affecting their daily life, health, development, or safety. We are looking for candidates who can quickly establish positive relationships with diverse groups of young people and respond flexibly to their needs and the priorities of the service. Who we are looking for: Youth Workers & Youth Worker (Development) You'll either need a nationally recognised JNC qualification or the ability to complete the JNC high education qualification. Recent experience of working with young people Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to prioritise workload and planning. Ability to work regular evenings in line with JNC terms and conditions. Confident in using ICT. Previous line management experience is desirable. You will be required to travel across the county so access to a vehicle is essential. Where we are funding your JNC qualification, the funding is repayable if you leave within two years of post-qualification. Senior Youth Worker & Youth Work Development Worker You must hold a nationally recognised JNC Have a wealth of recent experience of working with young people, the ability to demonstrate clear learning outcome and achieve targets. Comprehensive ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with young people, adults, and others e.g., report writing, making presentations and facilitation of groups. Ability to work regular evenings in line with JNC terms and conditions. Previous experience of staff performance management. You will be required to travel across the county so access to a vehicle is essential. To find out more, please contact Kips Green: or . We will review your application on receipt. Please apply as soon as possible. For more information regarding the work of Services for Young People please visit
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
HCC Services for Young People is the primary provider of youth work, career information advice guidance and work-related learning in Hertfordshire. Our vision for young people is clear. We want young people to succeed, and by working for us you'll be key to enable this to happen. We work with vulnerable young people to address emerging needs, improve life chances, and reduce escalation to more expensive and intensive services. This includes supporting those challenged in education, their community or home life, to ensure a successful transition to adulthood. We predominantly work with young people aged 11-17 and up to 25 for those with SEND and Care Leavers. Youth Work Development Worker £40,749 to £43,765 per annum JNC qualified, working across the north and east of the county Senior Youth Worker £39,751 to £42,760 per annum JNC qualified, across Dacorum Youth Worker (Development) £32,818 to £35,236 per annum JNC qualified, working across the north and east of the county Youth Workers £32,818 to £35,236 per annum JNC qualified, opportunities in North Herts and Broxbourne and East Herts and Welwyn Hatfield. If you do not already hold a JNC qualification, we will fully fund your qualification - you'll start with us as a trainee on £28,724 to £32,040. All positions are permanent and full time (37 hours a week), in line with JNC terms and conditions. What's involved in the roles? You'll be delivering important targeted work, working with the most vulnerable young people. This will involve leading on group work projects with support from Youth Support Workers and delivering one to one support. By delivering this work, you can make a real difference to young people's lives. You would be giving young people support at an early stage, preventing their issues from seriously affecting their daily life, health, development, or safety. We are looking for candidates who can quickly establish positive relationships with diverse groups of young people and respond flexibly to their needs and the priorities of the service. Who we are looking for: Youth Workers & Youth Worker (Development) You'll either need a nationally recognised JNC qualification or the ability to complete the JNC high education qualification. Recent experience of working with young people Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to prioritise workload and planning. Ability to work regular evenings in line with JNC terms and conditions. Confident in using ICT. Previous line management experience is desirable. You will be required to travel across the county so access to a vehicle is essential. Where we are funding your JNC qualification, the funding is repayable if you leave within two years of post-qualification. Senior Youth Worker & Youth Work Development Worker You must hold a nationally recognised JNC Have a wealth of recent experience of working with young people, the ability to demonstrate clear learning outcome and achieve targets. Comprehensive ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with young people, adults, and others e.g., report writing, making presentations and facilitation of groups. Ability to work regular evenings in line with JNC terms and conditions. Previous experience of staff performance management. You will be required to travel across the county so access to a vehicle is essential. To find out more, please contact Kips Green: or . We will review your application on receipt. Please apply as soon as possible. For more information regarding the work of Services for Young People please visit
Hertfordshire County Council
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Job Title: Head of SEND Sufficiency Salary range: £81,803 to £90,664 pa Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services About the team As part of our Making SEND Everyone's Business (MSEB) programme, we are further expanding our directorate with this Head of Service post, as we make significant progress with our improvement journey towards excellence for our children and young people with SEND. Our team is dedicated to supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Hertfordshire, ensuring they have access to high-quality education and specialist support. We work to develop and maintain a network of special schools and Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs) that meet the diverse needs of our community, striving to create an inclusive education system where every child can thrive. The Head of SEND Sufficiency plays a critical role in shaping this provision, leading on strategic planning, commissioning, and performance management to ensure there are enough high-quality places for children with the most significant needs. Working closely with panel managers, placement officers, and commissioning specialists, this role ensures that resources are effectively allocated and that services align with both local and national SEND policies. They will also hold responsibility for overseeing critical decision making on EHC Needs Assessments and specialist placements, alongside the operational team that manages complaints and appeals process when these decisions are not agreed with, so experience and understanding of leading on the implementation of SEND legislation is essential. Collaboration is key to our work, and this role interacts with a wide range of internal and external partners, including schools, multi-agency teams, parents, carers, and national SEND networks. The team is well established but evolving, offering the Head of SEND Sufficiency a unique opportunity to influence future developments and drive improvements in SEND provision across the county. If you're passionate about making a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with SEND, this is a role where your expertise and leadership can truly shape the future. About the role You will lead the strategic planning and commissioning of special school placements and Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs), ensuring there are enough high-quality places to meet the needs of children and young people with SEND. By analysing demographic trends and working with schools and local partners, you will identify gaps in provision and implement solutions to improve sufficiency and accessibility. You will manage the budget of £84m for Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs), SEN units & Special Schools, overseeing contracts with special schools, specialist SEND units, Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs), Delivering Specialist Provision Locally (DSPL) providers, and Special School Outreach to ensure the highest standards and value for money, evaluating the effectiveness of existing SEND provisions, using data-driven approaches to identify strengths and areas needing enhancement. You will also lead on compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice, ensuring all commissioned services meet statutory requirements and deliver positive outcomes for children and young people in Hertfordshire. You will work closely with schools, parents, carers, and multi-agency partners to develop an inclusive and effective SEND system. Leading a team of four Panel Managers and indirectly overseeing four Specialist Placement Officers and panel clerks, you will ensure that EHCNA and placement decisions are needs-led, transparent, and fair. You will oversee the work of the Resolutions and Reconciliation Team as we work to resolve disputes at the earliest opportunity, within both a council and legal framework, delivering Accurate, Compassionate and Timely (ACT) communications and working with partners and families towards the best outcomes. Your leadership will also support service improvements across areas such as Home to School Transport, making a real difference to families across Hertfordshire. About you Extensive experience in SEND strategic planning, commissioning, and provision development, with a strong understanding of special school and resource provision sufficiency. Your background will include working at a senior level within education, local government, or a related field, where you have successfully delivered service improvements and managed complex projects. Evidence of working with data to inform decision-making and future planning will be essential. Strong leadership and partnership skills are key to this role. You will have experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and working collaboratively with schools, local authorities, health and social care partners, and parents/carers to improve SEND provision. A proven ability to influence and negotiate at a senior level, along with experience presenting strategic reports to senior management and elected members, will be highly valued. A thorough knowledge / experience of leading on SEND legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice, is essential. Stakeholder engagement and co-production - ability to work effectively with parents, carers, and young people to shape services. You will also demonstrate financial acumen, with experience managing and allocating budgets effectively. A relevant degree or equivalent experience is required. This role will involve travel across Hertfordshire, so access to transport is essential. Experience in capital planning and school place sufficiency - understanding how to forecast and develop SEND provision to meet future demand. Knowledge of education funding models - particularly High Needs Block funding, to ensure effective resource allocation. Project management expertise - experience in overseeing large-scale initiatives, from planning through to implementation. Change management skills - experience in driving organisational or service transformation within SEND or education settings. Familiarity with data analysis tools - to interpret trends and make evidence-based decisions. Understanding of wider social care and health services - to ensure joined-up working across education, health, and social care. A background in education, social care, or a related sector would be beneficial. This job role is within the Organisational Leadership, level LDR16 job profile. Please locate this via: Job families. To hear more about this opportunity please contact who will arrange an informal conversation to take place with Hero Slinn. 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 Disability Confident employer 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. 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.
Feb 11, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Head of SEND Sufficiency Salary range: £81,803 to £90,664 pa Hours: 37 Location: Stevenage Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Childrens Services About the team As part of our Making SEND Everyone's Business (MSEB) programme, we are further expanding our directorate with this Head of Service post, as we make significant progress with our improvement journey towards excellence for our children and young people with SEND. Our team is dedicated to supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across Hertfordshire, ensuring they have access to high-quality education and specialist support. We work to develop and maintain a network of special schools and Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs) that meet the diverse needs of our community, striving to create an inclusive education system where every child can thrive. The Head of SEND Sufficiency plays a critical role in shaping this provision, leading on strategic planning, commissioning, and performance management to ensure there are enough high-quality places for children with the most significant needs. Working closely with panel managers, placement officers, and commissioning specialists, this role ensures that resources are effectively allocated and that services align with both local and national SEND policies. They will also hold responsibility for overseeing critical decision making on EHC Needs Assessments and specialist placements, alongside the operational team that manages complaints and appeals process when these decisions are not agreed with, so experience and understanding of leading on the implementation of SEND legislation is essential. Collaboration is key to our work, and this role interacts with a wide range of internal and external partners, including schools, multi-agency teams, parents, carers, and national SEND networks. The team is well established but evolving, offering the Head of SEND Sufficiency a unique opportunity to influence future developments and drive improvements in SEND provision across the county. If you're passionate about making a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with SEND, this is a role where your expertise and leadership can truly shape the future. About the role You will lead the strategic planning and commissioning of special school placements and Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs), ensuring there are enough high-quality places to meet the needs of children and young people with SEND. By analysing demographic trends and working with schools and local partners, you will identify gaps in provision and implement solutions to improve sufficiency and accessibility. You will manage the budget of £84m for Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs), SEN units & Special Schools, overseeing contracts with special schools, specialist SEND units, Specialist Resource Provisions (SRPs), Delivering Specialist Provision Locally (DSPL) providers, and Special School Outreach to ensure the highest standards and value for money, evaluating the effectiveness of existing SEND provisions, using data-driven approaches to identify strengths and areas needing enhancement. You will also lead on compliance with the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice, ensuring all commissioned services meet statutory requirements and deliver positive outcomes for children and young people in Hertfordshire. You will work closely with schools, parents, carers, and multi-agency partners to develop an inclusive and effective SEND system. Leading a team of four Panel Managers and indirectly overseeing four Specialist Placement Officers and panel clerks, you will ensure that EHCNA and placement decisions are needs-led, transparent, and fair. You will oversee the work of the Resolutions and Reconciliation Team as we work to resolve disputes at the earliest opportunity, within both a council and legal framework, delivering Accurate, Compassionate and Timely (ACT) communications and working with partners and families towards the best outcomes. Your leadership will also support service improvements across areas such as Home to School Transport, making a real difference to families across Hertfordshire. About you Extensive experience in SEND strategic planning, commissioning, and provision development, with a strong understanding of special school and resource provision sufficiency. Your background will include working at a senior level within education, local government, or a related field, where you have successfully delivered service improvements and managed complex projects. Evidence of working with data to inform decision-making and future planning will be essential. Strong leadership and partnership skills are key to this role. You will have experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and working collaboratively with schools, local authorities, health and social care partners, and parents/carers to improve SEND provision. A proven ability to influence and negotiate at a senior level, along with experience presenting strategic reports to senior management and elected members, will be highly valued. A thorough knowledge / experience of leading on SEND legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and the SEND Code of Practice, is essential. Stakeholder engagement and co-production - ability to work effectively with parents, carers, and young people to shape services. You will also demonstrate financial acumen, with experience managing and allocating budgets effectively. A relevant degree or equivalent experience is required. This role will involve travel across Hertfordshire, so access to transport is essential. Experience in capital planning and school place sufficiency - understanding how to forecast and develop SEND provision to meet future demand. Knowledge of education funding models - particularly High Needs Block funding, to ensure effective resource allocation. Project management expertise - experience in overseeing large-scale initiatives, from planning through to implementation. Change management skills - experience in driving organisational or service transformation within SEND or education settings. Familiarity with data analysis tools - to interpret trends and make evidence-based decisions. Understanding of wider social care and health services - to ensure joined-up working across education, health, and social care. A background in education, social care, or a related sector would be beneficial. This job role is within the Organisational Leadership, level LDR16 job profile. Please locate this via: Job families. To hear more about this opportunity please contact who will arrange an informal conversation to take place with Hero Slinn. 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 Disability Confident employer 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. 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.
Job Title: Assistant Customer Service Supervisor Location: St Albans Library Starting Salary: £23,500 with the opportunity to progress to £25,979 per annum (pro rata for part-time) Hours: 37 per week Contract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Do you want to make a difference in the community and help people to enrich their lives, whilst progressing in a whole new career? Then apply for a job with Hertfordshire Libraries. Hertfordshire's libraries are more than collections of books. They are hubs for community activities, places to access digital technology, creative spaces, and gateways to reading, information and wellbeing. Our service points include small village libraries, town and city libraries, and performing arts libraries. Hertfordshire Libraries exists to help people to live better lives for longer. All of which means today's Assistant Customer Service Supervisors need to be passionate about proactively helping people of all ages and from all backgrounds as well as being able to lead from the front working alongside the Library Manager. Responsibilities To support the delivery of the Inspiring Libraries 10-year strategy. To support the Library Manager to actively supervise the team at St Albans Library, including staff timetabling, training and development. You will also support the Library Manager with statistic and financial data, Health & Safety as well as act as the senior on duty as and when required. You will compile, maintain and provide effective returns for monthly statistical information. You will also actively engage with the delivery and promotion of all frontline services in the library and outreach activities as required. Requirements We look for people who are friendly, confident, and outgoing. You will have excellent communication and admin skills and you will be passionate about providing great customer care. You will have demonstrable experience in leading a team in a supervisory role, working collaboratively to achieve aims and objectives as set by the Library Manager and wider Library teams. You will have excellent time management skills and organisational skills, being able to manage workloads alongside supervisory responsibilities in a methodical manner You will be a competent user of Microsoft Packages including Word and Excel in order to collate and present data, and have an ability to support others in using technology. Above all, you will be a reliable and flexible team player who is willing and able to engage with the full range of services, activities, and events that libraries offer. Assistant Customer Service Supervisor roles offer successful applicants the opportunity to get involved in a hugely varied range of activities. You will be actively promoting and supporting the use of all our library resources and helping customers to find the information that they need. You will help to deliver a programme of library activities and events, as well as supporting the Library Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the library. All our Library Assistant Customer Service Supervisor roles help to make a positive difference to people's lives. Closing Date: 4th February 2024 Interview Date: To be confirmed
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Customer Service Supervisor Location: St Albans Library Starting Salary: £23,500 with the opportunity to progress to £25,979 per annum (pro rata for part-time) Hours: 37 per week Contract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Do you want to make a difference in the community and help people to enrich their lives, whilst progressing in a whole new career? Then apply for a job with Hertfordshire Libraries. Hertfordshire's libraries are more than collections of books. They are hubs for community activities, places to access digital technology, creative spaces, and gateways to reading, information and wellbeing. Our service points include small village libraries, town and city libraries, and performing arts libraries. Hertfordshire Libraries exists to help people to live better lives for longer. All of which means today's Assistant Customer Service Supervisors need to be passionate about proactively helping people of all ages and from all backgrounds as well as being able to lead from the front working alongside the Library Manager. Responsibilities To support the delivery of the Inspiring Libraries 10-year strategy. To support the Library Manager to actively supervise the team at St Albans Library, including staff timetabling, training and development. You will also support the Library Manager with statistic and financial data, Health & Safety as well as act as the senior on duty as and when required. You will compile, maintain and provide effective returns for monthly statistical information. You will also actively engage with the delivery and promotion of all frontline services in the library and outreach activities as required. Requirements We look for people who are friendly, confident, and outgoing. You will have excellent communication and admin skills and you will be passionate about providing great customer care. You will have demonstrable experience in leading a team in a supervisory role, working collaboratively to achieve aims and objectives as set by the Library Manager and wider Library teams. You will have excellent time management skills and organisational skills, being able to manage workloads alongside supervisory responsibilities in a methodical manner You will be a competent user of Microsoft Packages including Word and Excel in order to collate and present data, and have an ability to support others in using technology. Above all, you will be a reliable and flexible team player who is willing and able to engage with the full range of services, activities, and events that libraries offer. Assistant Customer Service Supervisor roles offer successful applicants the opportunity to get involved in a hugely varied range of activities. You will be actively promoting and supporting the use of all our library resources and helping customers to find the information that they need. You will help to deliver a programme of library activities and events, as well as supporting the Library Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the library. All our Library Assistant Customer Service Supervisor roles help to make a positive difference to people's lives. Closing Date: 4th February 2024 Interview Date: To be confirmed
County Lead for Early Years SEND/ISL Area Manager Job Number: HCC24857 Directorate: Childrens Services Location: Hertfordshire with an identified area management role in one of the 4 quadrants Starting Salary: £68,319 with the opportunity to progress to £75,687 pa (pro rata for part-time) Hours: 37 per week Contract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce What does the role involve? An opportunity has arisen for a County Lead for Early Years, who will act as the lead for Early Years SEND across the Hertfordshire. You'll be shaping the strategic direction of Early Years SEND provision, facilitating change and improvement across the sector and lead the Early Years SEND specialist education advisory service. We'll be looking for you to: Be operational leadership of the specialist advisory Early Years SEND service across the County, ensuring quality and equity of service delivery of strategic objectives across Early Years SEND, ISL and wider directorate and HCC corporate objectives Lead and manage the casework of children in the Early Years being assessed or in receipt of an Education, Health and Care Plan, to ensure practice is fully compliant with statutory duties as outlined in the Children and Families Act 2014 and associated Regulations and Code of Practice Plan, manage and monitor the financial budgets of the Early Years SEND education advisory service Make recommendations to senior managers or Members relating to the resolution of complex service issues within Early Years SEND Act as a champion for Early Years SEND within the council, and as a representative to external stakeholders and service users Provide leadership and management of integrated service delivery across one of the four ISL areas (East Herts & Broxbourne, Welwyn & Hatfield) Manage and monitor the area team's performance and make information regularly available to stakeholders, including ISL Managers Ensure complaints and concerns are responded to promptly and effectively and where appropriate make service improvements Contribute to the development of ISL and leadership of the service. Support the Head of ISL and other ISL Area Managers to ensure services are delivered coherently and equitably Secure best outcomes for children by empowering settings to meet their needs effectively in line with the SEND Code of Practice, the Hertfordshire Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Strategy Effectively lead on the co-ordination of the local area response to ensure the needs of Children is in line with Hertfordshire Children's Service SEND Transformation ambition Work collaboratively with other colleagues both within and outside ISL, including the delivering local partnerships, to promote early intervention, assessment and high-quality inclusive practice Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the Early Years SEND landscape to provide integrated support, making the best use of resources Coordinate the local delivery of integrated ISL services within a quadrant of the county. We'll need you to have: Educated to degree level Senior leadership experience in a school or local authority Significant experience of working with and leading provision for children with additional needs and SEND In depth knowledge of SEND statutory legislation and frameworks Qualified Teacher Status is desirable For an informal discussion and more information please contact: Fiona Nnanyere (acting Head of ISL) or Deena Wallworth (current Early Years County Lead) Benefits of working for us: Hybrid Working Excellent Career Development Salary Exchange for Additional Benefits Excellent Pension Scheme with Employer Contributions Shopping Discounts Support Groups & Wellbeing Schemes Closing Date: 1 February 2024.
Feb 01, 2024
Full time
County Lead for Early Years SEND/ISL Area Manager Job Number: HCC24857 Directorate: Childrens Services Location: Hertfordshire with an identified area management role in one of the 4 quadrants Starting Salary: £68,319 with the opportunity to progress to £75,687 pa (pro rata for part-time) Hours: 37 per week Contract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce What does the role involve? An opportunity has arisen for a County Lead for Early Years, who will act as the lead for Early Years SEND across the Hertfordshire. You'll be shaping the strategic direction of Early Years SEND provision, facilitating change and improvement across the sector and lead the Early Years SEND specialist education advisory service. We'll be looking for you to: Be operational leadership of the specialist advisory Early Years SEND service across the County, ensuring quality and equity of service delivery of strategic objectives across Early Years SEND, ISL and wider directorate and HCC corporate objectives Lead and manage the casework of children in the Early Years being assessed or in receipt of an Education, Health and Care Plan, to ensure practice is fully compliant with statutory duties as outlined in the Children and Families Act 2014 and associated Regulations and Code of Practice Plan, manage and monitor the financial budgets of the Early Years SEND education advisory service Make recommendations to senior managers or Members relating to the resolution of complex service issues within Early Years SEND Act as a champion for Early Years SEND within the council, and as a representative to external stakeholders and service users Provide leadership and management of integrated service delivery across one of the four ISL areas (East Herts & Broxbourne, Welwyn & Hatfield) Manage and monitor the area team's performance and make information regularly available to stakeholders, including ISL Managers Ensure complaints and concerns are responded to promptly and effectively and where appropriate make service improvements Contribute to the development of ISL and leadership of the service. Support the Head of ISL and other ISL Area Managers to ensure services are delivered coherently and equitably Secure best outcomes for children by empowering settings to meet their needs effectively in line with the SEND Code of Practice, the Hertfordshire Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Strategy Effectively lead on the co-ordination of the local area response to ensure the needs of Children is in line with Hertfordshire Children's Service SEND Transformation ambition Work collaboratively with other colleagues both within and outside ISL, including the delivering local partnerships, to promote early intervention, assessment and high-quality inclusive practice Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the Early Years SEND landscape to provide integrated support, making the best use of resources Coordinate the local delivery of integrated ISL services within a quadrant of the county. We'll need you to have: Educated to degree level Senior leadership experience in a school or local authority Significant experience of working with and leading provision for children with additional needs and SEND In depth knowledge of SEND statutory legislation and frameworks Qualified Teacher Status is desirable For an informal discussion and more information please contact: Fiona Nnanyere (acting Head of ISL) or Deena Wallworth (current Early Years County Lead) Benefits of working for us: Hybrid Working Excellent Career Development Salary Exchange for Additional Benefits Excellent Pension Scheme with Employer Contributions Shopping Discounts Support Groups & Wellbeing Schemes Closing Date: 1 February 2024.
Job Title: Team Manager - Money Advice UnitLocation: CountywideStarting Salary: £43,516 with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £48,587 (pro rata for part-time)Hours: 37 per weekContract: Fixed Term/Secondment - 2 years As part of the application, you must answer the 4 key questions. If you do not complete this, then your application will be automatically withdrawn. A new role and a chance to make a real difference. The cost of living crisis and the covid pandemic have created enormous new demands on the public, and the County Council is responding with new and innovative projects. The manager will have a dual role. Firstly, they will support benefit advisers employed in Children Services and the voluntary sector who are working with care-leavers and young people in care, to ensure that benefit income is maximised. This is at present a new two-year project. Secondly, they will be managing two new benefit advisers embedded in the Mental Health service, working alongside our existing team and their manager to provide a more comprehensive service than ever before. This is a one-year project, with the aim of establishing a longer-term service. The post-holder will provide specialist back-up, expertise, mentoring and supervision on welfare benefit issues facing both care-leavers and people with mental health problems. They will also work with Children Services to update and formulate policy around financial support, and with the Mental Health Service to develop the financial inclusion work of NHS-employed support staff. No formal qualifications are required but the person appointed must be confident and highly competent across these two quite diverse and specialist areas within the benefits advice field. Are you adaptable enough to manage and balance two very different sets of demands, and prove how vital such work is - not just during this cost of living crisis but beyond? Closing Date: 28th December 2022Interview Date: 13th January 2023
Dec 18, 2022
Full time
Job Title: Team Manager - Money Advice UnitLocation: CountywideStarting Salary: £43,516 with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £48,587 (pro rata for part-time)Hours: 37 per weekContract: Fixed Term/Secondment - 2 years As part of the application, you must answer the 4 key questions. If you do not complete this, then your application will be automatically withdrawn. A new role and a chance to make a real difference. The cost of living crisis and the covid pandemic have created enormous new demands on the public, and the County Council is responding with new and innovative projects. The manager will have a dual role. Firstly, they will support benefit advisers employed in Children Services and the voluntary sector who are working with care-leavers and young people in care, to ensure that benefit income is maximised. This is at present a new two-year project. Secondly, they will be managing two new benefit advisers embedded in the Mental Health service, working alongside our existing team and their manager to provide a more comprehensive service than ever before. This is a one-year project, with the aim of establishing a longer-term service. The post-holder will provide specialist back-up, expertise, mentoring and supervision on welfare benefit issues facing both care-leavers and people with mental health problems. They will also work with Children Services to update and formulate policy around financial support, and with the Mental Health Service to develop the financial inclusion work of NHS-employed support staff. No formal qualifications are required but the person appointed must be confident and highly competent across these two quite diverse and specialist areas within the benefits advice field. Are you adaptable enough to manage and balance two very different sets of demands, and prove how vital such work is - not just during this cost of living crisis but beyond? Closing Date: 28th December 2022Interview Date: 13th January 2023
Job Title: Customer Support Officer - Ukraine SpeakerLocation: CountywideStarting Salary: £21,575 progressing to a maximum of £24,054 (pro rata for part-time)Hours: Zero Hour ContractContract: Fixed Term - 6 Months Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Job Duties: We are looking for three bright articulate and caring people to join our team helping Ukrainian guests thrive in Hertfordshire. Helping Ukrainian guests to access support through services and agencies. Explaining available options and helping them to understand the best course of action. Supporting Ukrainian guests who are moving on from their initial sponsors. Accompanying guests to visit potential new sponsors and offering translation support. Accompanying guests to visit letting agents and offering translation support. You will be working independently but will be supported by the team. You will need the confidence to contact our guests and lead and support them through the challenges of finding new accommodation and other support services.This is a flexible role, and we will try to work around your other commitments e.g., school runs. You will need to be a fluent Uranian speaker, preferably with experience in a community support role. You will have excellent communication skills and an ability to quickly develop trusting relationships with our guests. Closing Date: Tuesday 27th December 2022Interview Date: Week Commencing - Monday 9th January 2022
Dec 15, 2022
Full time
Job Title: Customer Support Officer - Ukraine SpeakerLocation: CountywideStarting Salary: £21,575 progressing to a maximum of £24,054 (pro rata for part-time)Hours: Zero Hour ContractContract: Fixed Term - 6 Months Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Job Duties: We are looking for three bright articulate and caring people to join our team helping Ukrainian guests thrive in Hertfordshire. Helping Ukrainian guests to access support through services and agencies. Explaining available options and helping them to understand the best course of action. Supporting Ukrainian guests who are moving on from their initial sponsors. Accompanying guests to visit potential new sponsors and offering translation support. Accompanying guests to visit letting agents and offering translation support. You will be working independently but will be supported by the team. You will need the confidence to contact our guests and lead and support them through the challenges of finding new accommodation and other support services.This is a flexible role, and we will try to work around your other commitments e.g., school runs. You will need to be a fluent Uranian speaker, preferably with experience in a community support role. You will have excellent communication skills and an ability to quickly develop trusting relationships with our guests. Closing Date: Tuesday 27th December 2022Interview Date: Week Commencing - Monday 9th January 2022
Job Title: Tribunals OfficerLocation: Hertfordshire based, with home and office working Starting Salary: £33,820 with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £37,261Hours: 37 hours per weekContract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Job Duties: Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, have great knowledge of SEND legislation and excel in working to meet deadlines? You can play your part in sharing our vision to develop and support the work of the Tribunal team. In the Tribunal team, we're constantly responding to changing priorities and our Tribunal officers must be just as flexible. The appeals are wide-ranging so there's a lot of variety to being a Tribunal Officer (TO). The role requires close attention to detail, analytical skills, excellent communication skills, teamwork and professionalism. In turn, you will deliver complex casework for cases that are currently in the SEND tribunal following appeals relating to the identification and assessment of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and the production, review and maintenance of Education, Health and Care plans. You will provide oversight, coordinate and lead complex casework for children and young people (0-25) where an appeal is open. We're looking for people who have previously worked in a Local Authority or Health Care setting with experience of the SEND processes and are proud to support our families of children and young people with special educational needs. This is a fast-paced environment; you'll need to be able to work under pressure and be extremely well organised, taking a pro-active approach to your workload. We'll need you to have a proven track record of: Building and maintaining relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, and ability to negotiate and influence. 2-3 years' experience of working in or aligned to SEND with an awareness of the services provided. Excellent organisation skills including an ability to work unsupervised, systematically and an ability to manage constraints and conflicting demands and work to tight deadlines. Excellent communication skills using verbal and written communication methods. If you are confident, have a flare for negotiation and are solution focussed, we would love to hear from you! Closing Date: Saturday 24th December 2022Interview Date: To be confirmed
Dec 05, 2022
Full time
Job Title: Tribunals OfficerLocation: Hertfordshire based, with home and office working Starting Salary: £33,820 with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £37,261Hours: 37 hours per weekContract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Job Duties: Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, have great knowledge of SEND legislation and excel in working to meet deadlines? You can play your part in sharing our vision to develop and support the work of the Tribunal team. In the Tribunal team, we're constantly responding to changing priorities and our Tribunal officers must be just as flexible. The appeals are wide-ranging so there's a lot of variety to being a Tribunal Officer (TO). The role requires close attention to detail, analytical skills, excellent communication skills, teamwork and professionalism. In turn, you will deliver complex casework for cases that are currently in the SEND tribunal following appeals relating to the identification and assessment of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and the production, review and maintenance of Education, Health and Care plans. You will provide oversight, coordinate and lead complex casework for children and young people (0-25) where an appeal is open. We're looking for people who have previously worked in a Local Authority or Health Care setting with experience of the SEND processes and are proud to support our families of children and young people with special educational needs. This is a fast-paced environment; you'll need to be able to work under pressure and be extremely well organised, taking a pro-active approach to your workload. We'll need you to have a proven track record of: Building and maintaining relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, and ability to negotiate and influence. 2-3 years' experience of working in or aligned to SEND with an awareness of the services provided. Excellent organisation skills including an ability to work unsupervised, systematically and an ability to manage constraints and conflicting demands and work to tight deadlines. Excellent communication skills using verbal and written communication methods. If you are confident, have a flare for negotiation and are solution focussed, we would love to hear from you! Closing Date: Saturday 24th December 2022Interview Date: To be confirmed
Job Duties: The Mental Health and Wellbeing of Children and Young People is a key priority in Hertfordshire. Our mental health and wellbeing affects everything we do, and with 50% of mental health issues starting before the age of 14, working to prevent mental illness in children and young people is incredibly important to ensuring they are able to thrive and have the best possible health outcomes. This post is an exciting opportunity for someone with an interest in public health, mental health and wellbeing. You will support the work of the Health Improvement Lead by driving forward a number of workstreams including our pastoral leads networks through which we engage with and support education settings across Hertfordshire, and our children and young people's suicide prevention work which you will lead, taking a whole systems approach by working closely with a range of stakeholders and responding to emerging research and insight. Mental Health is everybody's business, so you will work with a wide range of partners including health, education, and the voluntary sector, to identify and implement opportunities to promote good mental health. This role will include working on multiple projects simultaneously, so you'll be familiar with project management principles as well as confident to manage your own workload. The post holder will need a Driving Licence as you will be required to travel within Hertfordshire. We are a small hard working and supportive team, dedicated to innovation and co-production with families, but always guided by research and evidence. If you share our passion and commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of Hertfordshire families, and you have experience and knowledge of promoting good mental health, then we would love to hear from you. Closing Date: Sunday 25th September 2022Interview Date: Tuesday 18th or Wednesday 19th October 2022
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Job Duties: The Mental Health and Wellbeing of Children and Young People is a key priority in Hertfordshire. Our mental health and wellbeing affects everything we do, and with 50% of mental health issues starting before the age of 14, working to prevent mental illness in children and young people is incredibly important to ensuring they are able to thrive and have the best possible health outcomes. This post is an exciting opportunity for someone with an interest in public health, mental health and wellbeing. You will support the work of the Health Improvement Lead by driving forward a number of workstreams including our pastoral leads networks through which we engage with and support education settings across Hertfordshire, and our children and young people's suicide prevention work which you will lead, taking a whole systems approach by working closely with a range of stakeholders and responding to emerging research and insight. Mental Health is everybody's business, so you will work with a wide range of partners including health, education, and the voluntary sector, to identify and implement opportunities to promote good mental health. This role will include working on multiple projects simultaneously, so you'll be familiar with project management principles as well as confident to manage your own workload. The post holder will need a Driving Licence as you will be required to travel within Hertfordshire. We are a small hard working and supportive team, dedicated to innovation and co-production with families, but always guided by research and evidence. If you share our passion and commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of Hertfordshire families, and you have experience and knowledge of promoting good mental health, then we would love to hear from you. Closing Date: Sunday 25th September 2022Interview Date: Tuesday 18th or Wednesday 19th October 2022
Hertfordshire County Council
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Job Duties: The Deputyship/Appointee Service is a crucial service which manages the property and financial affairs of vulnerable adults who have been assessed to lack mental capacity, where there is no one else suitable, able or willing to undertake this role for them. The team is based within the Adult Social Care Department and has a strong client-centred and advocacy focus. The case work is varied and interesting. You will support the care teams to make applications to the Court of Protection for Deputy Orders and Department for Work and Pensions for Appointeeships. You will be required to keep accurate records in line with department procedures and liaise with external partners. Maximising income and ensuring that benefits are claimed correctly, and problems resolved. Ensuring rent, care fees, bills and liabilities are correct and paid on time Supporting Care Management Teams with service user tenancy moves, or moves into or out of care Creating financial statements / spending plans and ensuring that the client receives a personal allowance for their day-to-day needs that is affordable and meets their need Making payments in relation to additional requests for funds, goods and services. Pro-actively working with care teams and service users care and support providers to utilise their monies to improve health and wellbeing. Maintaining client and financial records Annual reviews for client contributions for care and completing reports for the Office of the Public Guardian Financial safeguarding and working alongside social workers in managing risk Essential requirement You will receive training and support to carry out this role, but to be successful in your application you will need to demonstrate: Previous experience of working with financial matters, in particular connected to individual client casework. This could come from a variety of paid or voluntary work experience. A background in social welfare law advice and advocacy would be ideal for this role Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders, and deliver great customer service to a diverse range of people Closing Date: 25th September Interview Date: W/C 10th October
Sep 22, 2022
Full time
Job Duties: The Deputyship/Appointee Service is a crucial service which manages the property and financial affairs of vulnerable adults who have been assessed to lack mental capacity, where there is no one else suitable, able or willing to undertake this role for them. The team is based within the Adult Social Care Department and has a strong client-centred and advocacy focus. The case work is varied and interesting. You will support the care teams to make applications to the Court of Protection for Deputy Orders and Department for Work and Pensions for Appointeeships. You will be required to keep accurate records in line with department procedures and liaise with external partners. Maximising income and ensuring that benefits are claimed correctly, and problems resolved. Ensuring rent, care fees, bills and liabilities are correct and paid on time Supporting Care Management Teams with service user tenancy moves, or moves into or out of care Creating financial statements / spending plans and ensuring that the client receives a personal allowance for their day-to-day needs that is affordable and meets their need Making payments in relation to additional requests for funds, goods and services. Pro-actively working with care teams and service users care and support providers to utilise their monies to improve health and wellbeing. Maintaining client and financial records Annual reviews for client contributions for care and completing reports for the Office of the Public Guardian Financial safeguarding and working alongside social workers in managing risk Essential requirement You will receive training and support to carry out this role, but to be successful in your application you will need to demonstrate: Previous experience of working with financial matters, in particular connected to individual client casework. This could come from a variety of paid or voluntary work experience. A background in social welfare law advice and advocacy would be ideal for this role Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders, and deliver great customer service to a diverse range of people Closing Date: 25th September Interview Date: W/C 10th October
Hertfordshire County Council
Hertford, Hertfordshire
Job Title: Sustainable Transport Strategy & Programme ManagerLocation: Hertford with opportunity for flexible workingStarting Range: £36,371 + £2k market enhancement, with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £40,578 per annumHours: 37 per weekContract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforceJob Duties: ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SHAPING THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORT IN HERTFORDSHIRE? Hertfordshire County Council is committed to increasing sustainable transport infrastructure and enabling more journeys to be made by walking, cycling, passenger transport and other sustainable modes. We are looking to recruit Strategy & Programme Managers. The roles focus on developing transport strategies and programmes of transport projects. This will enable the county to respond to current transport challenges, provide an efficient future transport network able to accommodate proposed development growth and deliver the vision of our Local Transport Plan. We are looking for self-motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team and help us plan and deliver transport schemes which will make a real difference to how our residents and visitors are able to travel across the county. In return we can offer you an excellent package of benefits from an organisation that values its employees and invests in training and career development opportunities, these include a competitive salary and pension scheme, as well as generous leave allowance and flexible working arrangements. Closing Date: Sunday 25th September 2022Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 3rd October 2022
Sep 17, 2022
Full time
Job Title: Sustainable Transport Strategy & Programme ManagerLocation: Hertford with opportunity for flexible workingStarting Range: £36,371 + £2k market enhancement, with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £40,578 per annumHours: 37 per weekContract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforceJob Duties: ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SHAPING THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORT IN HERTFORDSHIRE? Hertfordshire County Council is committed to increasing sustainable transport infrastructure and enabling more journeys to be made by walking, cycling, passenger transport and other sustainable modes. We are looking to recruit Strategy & Programme Managers. The roles focus on developing transport strategies and programmes of transport projects. This will enable the county to respond to current transport challenges, provide an efficient future transport network able to accommodate proposed development growth and deliver the vision of our Local Transport Plan. We are looking for self-motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team and help us plan and deliver transport schemes which will make a real difference to how our residents and visitors are able to travel across the county. In return we can offer you an excellent package of benefits from an organisation that values its employees and invests in training and career development opportunities, these include a competitive salary and pension scheme, as well as generous leave allowance and flexible working arrangements. Closing Date: Sunday 25th September 2022Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 3rd October 2022
Hertfordshire County Council
Hertford, Hertfordshire
Job Title: Counter-Fraud Assistant (Intelligence Officer) / Counter Fraud Apprenticeship Location: Based in Hertford with travel across Hertfordshire Salary Range: £20,903 - £25,481 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce The Hertfordshire Shared Anti-Fraud Service (SAFS) provides an award winning counter fraud service to our partner organisations across Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire. Based on the previous success, we are now able to expand the team, providing a vacancy for someone looking for new challenges. This post requires someone willing to work in a high pressure environment to demanding targets and delivering excellent outcomes. Working as part of the Intelligence Team within the Shared Anti-Fraud Service you must be able to develop professional relationships, have excellent IT skills, be prepared to learn, and develop as well as undertake nationally accredited training. The post is based at our Hertford office with flexibility to work from home. Although not essential, experience of criminal or enforcement investigations and/or working knowledge of Local Government is desirable. This is a career scheme post with the opportunity to complete the Counter Fraud Investigator Level 4 Apprenticeship. Entry requirements for the apprenticeship are Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE A*-C/9-4 or equivalent). Applicants without this would need to achieve this alongside their apprenticeship before completing their end point assessment. Applicants with a Level 4 or higher qualification in a related area would not be eligible for the Apprenticeship. As part of this role, you will be required to travel to other HCC Sites/Residences using your own mode of transport. In light of this, the ability to drive and/or travel around the County is required. For this role a DBS check will be required on appointment. About us: Hertfordshire County Council is a leading local authority with a highly regarded Counter Fraud service. This is your chance to be part of a busy team that is flexible, responds quickly to change and is never complacent. You'll be taking on a diverse range of projects which promote Hertfordshire as an innovative, efficient authority with a commitment to helping to keep people healthy and safe and growing the economy. If you think you have what is required and you are ready for a challenging, yet very rewarding role then please apply now to find out more. Closing Date : 31st January 2022 Interview Date : 9th February 2022
Jan 20, 2022
Full time
Job Title: Counter-Fraud Assistant (Intelligence Officer) / Counter Fraud Apprenticeship Location: Based in Hertford with travel across Hertfordshire Salary Range: £20,903 - £25,481 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce The Hertfordshire Shared Anti-Fraud Service (SAFS) provides an award winning counter fraud service to our partner organisations across Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire. Based on the previous success, we are now able to expand the team, providing a vacancy for someone looking for new challenges. This post requires someone willing to work in a high pressure environment to demanding targets and delivering excellent outcomes. Working as part of the Intelligence Team within the Shared Anti-Fraud Service you must be able to develop professional relationships, have excellent IT skills, be prepared to learn, and develop as well as undertake nationally accredited training. The post is based at our Hertford office with flexibility to work from home. Although not essential, experience of criminal or enforcement investigations and/or working knowledge of Local Government is desirable. This is a career scheme post with the opportunity to complete the Counter Fraud Investigator Level 4 Apprenticeship. Entry requirements for the apprenticeship are Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE A*-C/9-4 or equivalent). Applicants without this would need to achieve this alongside their apprenticeship before completing their end point assessment. Applicants with a Level 4 or higher qualification in a related area would not be eligible for the Apprenticeship. As part of this role, you will be required to travel to other HCC Sites/Residences using your own mode of transport. In light of this, the ability to drive and/or travel around the County is required. For this role a DBS check will be required on appointment. About us: Hertfordshire County Council is a leading local authority with a highly regarded Counter Fraud service. This is your chance to be part of a busy team that is flexible, responds quickly to change and is never complacent. You'll be taking on a diverse range of projects which promote Hertfordshire as an innovative, efficient authority with a commitment to helping to keep people healthy and safe and growing the economy. If you think you have what is required and you are ready for a challenging, yet very rewarding role then please apply now to find out more. Closing Date : 31st January 2022 Interview Date : 9th February 2022
Hertfordshire County Council
Hertford, Hertfordshire
Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Would you like to join an award-winning HR team, providing support and advice to over 10,000 staff, who work every day to provide services such as adult care services, children's services, community protection, public health, highways and transport, sustainability, resources, and our traded commercial services. There has never been a more exciting time to join the team as we rethink Future Working as part of our Beyond Today transformation ambition. You will work with the HR leadership team, and report to the Director of Human Resources to provide direction on a range of workforce matters. The Employee Relations and Business Partner teams are fundamental to the HR Department's reputation and relevance to services, partners, and unions, with an expectation of continuous improvement. You need to be curious, innovative, with the ability to come to solutions and make recommendations, in an environment of increased demand and complexity. This means your ability to disrupt and rethink the way services are provided will be essential. To be considered for this exciting opportunity you will need to come with the desire to help shape the future of work here and beyond. At the heart of your application should be your demonstrable ability to lead and motivate others to ensure excellent and exemplary HR customer service. Closing Date : Wednesday 8th December 2021 Interview Date : Friday 17th December 2021 For further information, please view our job pack within 'Available documents' at the end of the advertisement. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Reuben Asamoah - who will arrange a conversation with Sally Hopper, Director of Human Resources. We are currently not considering support from recruitment agencies at this time.
Dec 02, 2021
Full time
Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Would you like to join an award-winning HR team, providing support and advice to over 10,000 staff, who work every day to provide services such as adult care services, children's services, community protection, public health, highways and transport, sustainability, resources, and our traded commercial services. There has never been a more exciting time to join the team as we rethink Future Working as part of our Beyond Today transformation ambition. You will work with the HR leadership team, and report to the Director of Human Resources to provide direction on a range of workforce matters. The Employee Relations and Business Partner teams are fundamental to the HR Department's reputation and relevance to services, partners, and unions, with an expectation of continuous improvement. You need to be curious, innovative, with the ability to come to solutions and make recommendations, in an environment of increased demand and complexity. This means your ability to disrupt and rethink the way services are provided will be essential. To be considered for this exciting opportunity you will need to come with the desire to help shape the future of work here and beyond. At the heart of your application should be your demonstrable ability to lead and motivate others to ensure excellent and exemplary HR customer service. Closing Date : Wednesday 8th December 2021 Interview Date : Friday 17th December 2021 For further information, please view our job pack within 'Available documents' at the end of the advertisement. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Reuben Asamoah - who will arrange a conversation with Sally Hopper, Director of Human Resources. We are currently not considering support from recruitment agencies at this time.
Hertfordshire County Council
Welwyn, Hertfordshire
Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Job Duties: Are you a value-driven and inclusive leader? Can you act as a visible figurehead for a large and busy community equipment service? Can you support and build a diverse team? If you can, and you are excited by the opportunity to lead an established and highly regarded service with c60 staff and a £6m pa budget, then we would like to hear from you. About You: You will be able to lead a large and busy community equipment service that provides a wide range of equipment for children and adults. You will drive a significant transformation programme implementing systems to become best in class and focus on customer service quality; end-to-end supply and stock management; and excellent customer service. With knowledge in one of the following: logistics, customer services, wholesale/retail distribution; storage; service/maintenance; supply chain; medical supplies. While you may not have experience of community equipment you must be able to champion diversity and deliver continuous service improvements. Already an inclusive leader with staff and budgetary responsibility, you will not only represent the service internally and externally, but you must also demonstrate the financial and people management skills to deliver our plans for the service. This role will offer you an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a key service in a supportive and flexible working environment where you will have the chance to make your mark. We welcome candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds who are underrepresented at this level of the organisation. To arrange an informal discussion, please e-mail Laura Ambler in confidence, Closing Date: 17 December 2021 Interview Date: 3 rd week in January 2022
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Job Duties: Are you a value-driven and inclusive leader? Can you act as a visible figurehead for a large and busy community equipment service? Can you support and build a diverse team? If you can, and you are excited by the opportunity to lead an established and highly regarded service with c60 staff and a £6m pa budget, then we would like to hear from you. About You: You will be able to lead a large and busy community equipment service that provides a wide range of equipment for children and adults. You will drive a significant transformation programme implementing systems to become best in class and focus on customer service quality; end-to-end supply and stock management; and excellent customer service. With knowledge in one of the following: logistics, customer services, wholesale/retail distribution; storage; service/maintenance; supply chain; medical supplies. While you may not have experience of community equipment you must be able to champion diversity and deliver continuous service improvements. Already an inclusive leader with staff and budgetary responsibility, you will not only represent the service internally and externally, but you must also demonstrate the financial and people management skills to deliver our plans for the service. This role will offer you an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a key service in a supportive and flexible working environment where you will have the chance to make your mark. We welcome candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds who are underrepresented at this level of the organisation. To arrange an informal discussion, please e-mail Laura Ambler in confidence, Closing Date: 17 December 2021 Interview Date: 3 rd week in January 2022
