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Virtual School Advisory Teacher £43,545 - £52,767 per annum Permanent Full Time (36 Hours) Wandsworth, London Are you adynamic teacher who has extensive experience of working in a Virtual School? Working as part of Wandsworth Virtual School, you will support the educational outcomes for looked after children and care leavers aged 3-25 years. Your role will be to enable a 'class' of looked after children up to 18 years old to achieve the very best educational outcomes and high aspirations. This includes supporting the wider network with meeting their statutory responsibilities to ensure that education is prioritised in all care planning. About the Role Your role will be crucial to ensure that every learner in their 'class' has an up to date, robust and effective Personal Education Plan that targets learning, and progress completed each term. You will navigate the multi-professional network to ensure barriers to learning and progress are overcome. As a teacher, it will be your responsibility to monitor and track pupil progress and to recommend interventions to enable pupils and students to achieve and succeed. Part of your role will be supporting and equipping the network with skills and experience they need to support our learners, and this will include training to social worker, schools and foster carers. As looked after children are placed throughout the UK, the role will include travelling to meetings at schools outside London. The role will also include leading and co-facilitating enrichment opportunities that take place after school and occasionally during school holidays and weekends. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You will have Qualified Teacher Status and are educated to degree level 2:2 or above. Have proven knowledge of education systems in schools, assessment frameworks and how to challenge under-achievement. A strong understanding of child development, attachment, trauma and its impact. Clear understanding of the barriers children may experience in accessing their learning. Effective team player with the experience of compiling professional reports for a variety of audiences and ability to meet deadlines. Effective communication and presentation skills and with the ability to develop positive relationships with vulnerable children, young people and a range of professionals. If you meet the above criteria and have proven experience of raising attainment for vulnerable pupils, including those with special educational needs and English as a second language - we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Nova Levine (Virtual School Headteacher) on . Closing Date: Friday 6 February 2026 Shortlisting Date: w/c 9 February 2026 Interview Date : w/c 23 February 2026 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Digital Engagement Support Officer 24 Month Fixed Term £37,602 36 Hours Twickenham/Wandsworth plus remote working Are you passionate about digital communication and community engagement?Do you want to help improve how local people interact with their council and influence decisions that affect their lives? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Digital Engagement Support Officer to join the Consultation Team at the London Boroughs of Richmond and Wandsworth, supporting a busy and dynamic digital engagement function. Richmond and Wandsworth Councils form the largest local authority staff group in London and are recruiting for this role on an initial one-year contract (with the possibility of further extension). If you have experience in digital communications, content creation, and data analysis - or are keen to develop these skills - this could be the role for you. About the team The team works across both councils, delivering public consultation and engagement projects, analysing feedback, and using data to provide insight to officers and councillors. This work is vital to help the councils understand what matters most to our communities and make informed decisions about services. You'll work with a wide range of people across the organisation and the variety of projects means no two days are ever the same. About the role As a Digital Engagement Support Officer, you'll help manage the councils' online engagement platforms, build and maintain public-facing sites, and create engaging digital content. You'll also support data collection and analysis, contributing to reports that inform decision-making and improve services. You'll be based in the corporate Consultation team and work closely with colleagues across the organisation, including Communications and Community Engagement teams, to increase participation and ensure our digital engagement is inclusive, accessible, and impactful. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, on a hybrid working basis. Our offices are based in Twickenham and Wandsworth. Key responsibilities: Digital content design Create and schedule digital content and news updates Support the creation of questionnaires and interactive maps Ensure content follows brand guidelines and accessibility standards Monitor trends and best practices in digital engagement Communication and engagement Keep engagement sites up to date with accessible and engaging content Support internal communications and stakeholder relationships Act as a point of contact for queries and liaise with software providers Help promote engagement activities to a range of audiences Analytics and performance monitoring Assist with data collection and organisation Help prepare reports and visual summaries Contribute to 'You Said, We Did' reports Monitor engagement metrics and identify areas for improvement To be shortlisted for interview, your CV should demonstrate: Essential skills and experience: Experience in a digital or communications role, including content creation Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with tools such as Canva, survey platforms, dashboards-or a willingness to learn Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks A collaborative approach and attention to detail Desirable: Experience working in a public sector or political environment Awareness of Richmond and Wandsworth's communities Understanding of GDPR, copyright, and digital accessibility standards We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Children's & Adults Generic Senior Social Worker & (AMHP) - Out of Hours Team £46,206 - £55,992 per annum + allowances Permanent Full Time (36 hours) Home based but expected to travel around Wandsworth 10% OOH Allowance + AMHP allowance + Car Allowance Are you an experienced Social Worker who has maintained excellent post qualifying learning and interest across the full range of social work practice, including Child Protection, Vulnerable Adults, and Mental Health (AMHP)? You will join our Emergency Out of Hours Team providing a comprehensive generic social work service out of hours via a duty system.As an experienced Social Worker, you will be required to have the confidence to work independently in an out of hours environment, with minimum management support. About the role As a Children's & Adults Social Worker & (AMHP), you will manage contacts/referrals within an out of hours environment and ensure that reports are appropriately detailed in respect of assessments, care plans and any court proceedings to safeguard service users. You will work in partnership with service users who require social work intervention out of hours and with those partner agencies who are accessible out of hours. Maintaining high standards of professional practice, working at all times in the best interests of vulnerable children and adults, you will ensure that there are clear reports recorded on the relevant data bases and available to the day staff on the next working day. Your role will be key in participating in meetings, working groups and panels as appropriate, including the AMHP forum and other professional meetings, at the direction of your Team Manager. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: You will be a qualified and experienced Social Worker who is highly skilled and motivated person with a can-do compassionate attitude. A trained Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) with excellent knowledge in respect of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children. Have contemporary social work knowledge of statutory social work for both adults and children. Confidence to work alone, whilst making high level decisions. Ability to work with service users in a challenging out of hours environment, whilst maintaining a caring attitude. Ability to drive and have access to a car. If you meet the above criteria and want to make a difference to children and vulnerable adults in an out of hours setting, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. Closing date: 1st February 2026. Shortlisting date: w/c 2nd February 2026. Interview date: w/c 9th February 2026. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Parks and Events Police Sergeant £40,737 to £47,925 Full Time, Fixed Term 6 months Parks Police Office, Battersea Park, London, SW11 4NJ Other essential information: Required to work alternating shift patterns, including weekends, Bank Holidays and unsociable hours. Objective of role The Parks and Events Police Service are responsible for the routine patrolling of the parks, commons, and open spaces within Wandsworth; the enforcement of byelaws, dog control public spaces protection orders and other park regulations; and the policing of events.Parks and Events Police officers are attested as constables by a magistrate and have powers within the parks, commons, and open spaces. They also have a specific duty to ensure that these spaces remain safe and welcoming places for everyone to visit.The Parks and Events Police Service provide a service 365 days a year and officers are on duty during peak hours. About the role We have an exciting opportunity opened up within the Parks and Events Police Service as a Parks and Events Police Sergeant. Your routine duties will include patrolling the borough's parks and open spaces, enforcing byelaws and other park regulations, policing events, crowd management and event traffic control. You also will beresponsiblefor the day-to-day supervision of the Parks and Events Police Constables and their dutiesTraining will be given to the right candidate who has demonstrated an aptitude towards law enforcement or experience in other areas of law enforcement. They must also be a good communicator, with a level of grammar to prepare witness statements and prepare cases for court or other agencies, be customer focused and have an ability for solution focused problem solving. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience You will have recent experience of working in a policing role, with a working knowledge of Criminal Law and the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984. You must also hold a full UK driving licence (manual). Recent experience of working within one of the following services: Home Office Police Service, Parks Police Service, British Transport Police or other Police Service where enforcing the law, rules and regulations have been necessary. Experience of supervising a team of constables working in dispersed locations. Experience of devising, planning, and executing large scale enforcement operations. Experience of dealing either with traffic control and / or the control of crowds at events. Experience of attending court and presenting evidence Experience of assisting members of the public both face to face and on the telephone. Experience of monitoring and operating CCTV. Experience of using Microsoft IT packages and databases. Closing Date: 26th January 2026. Shortlisting Date: 2nd February 2026. Interview Date :W/C 9th February 2025. Test/Presentation: Written Exercise and Presentation. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

The role Clerk to School Governing Boards £38,976 - £47,229 per annum (pro rata) Permanent Part time Wandsworth, London 1.5 days per year: equivalent to 32 meetings per year predominantly evenings. Are you highly organised, detail-oriented and passionate about supporting school governance? Join our dedicated team as a Clerk to School Governing Boards. This is a key role providing professional clerking services to governing boards across our schools, ensuring effective governance and compliance with statutory requirements. About the Role This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to school improvement and governance. You will be part of a supportive team with access to professional development and progression opportunities. In this varied role you will: Prepare agendas and distribute papers in advance of meetings.Attend governing board meetings (including evenings and early mornings) and produce accurate minutes.Advise on governance legislation, procedural matters and conflicts of interest.Maintain membership records and support the appointment / election process.Ensure statutory policies and documentation are up to date and accessible.Provide guidance and support to governors, including new members.Promote a culture of challenge and continuous improvement within boards.Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Strong organisational and time management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.Experience in record keeping, data management and minute-taking.Knowledge of school governance procedures and relevant legislation.Willingness to attend training, including the NGA Clerks Programme.Additional Requirements Flexibility to attend meetings outside standard working hours.Ability to travel to school sites as required.Reliable IT access for remote working (equipment provided).Commitment to safeguarding and promoting equality and inclusion.If you meet the above criteria and want to contribute to the efficient running of governing boards, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. For further information please contact Theresa Palmer, Governor Services Manager by emailing Closing Date: 25th January 2026 Shortlisting Date: w/c 26th January 2026 Interview Date: w/c 2nd February 2026 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Job Title: FM Hard Services and Accommodations Officer Salary Range: £43,545 - £59,220 per annum Permanent - Fulltime Location: Wandsworth Town Hall, room 217, SW18 2PU and York House, Richmond Road, Twickenham, TW1 3AA Other essential information: This role requires the candidate to work from various locations across Richmond and Wandsworth depending on business need. Role Objective Join a progressive and results-driven Corporate Facilities Management (FM) team, delivering high-quality services across approximately 300 buildings within Richmond and Wandsworth. Our remit encompasses a broad range of critical functions, including: •Reactive and planned maintenance, ensuring full statutory compliance •Delivery of small works and capital projects •Cleaning, postal, and print services •Energy management and implementation of decarbonisation strategies •Halls and events management We are seeking a proactive and experienced professional to play a pivotal role within the FM Hard Services team, reporting directly to the FM Hard Services Manager. Key Responsibilities •Lead and manage accommodation and office moves across the estate •Oversee and coordinate the FM Hard Services Tracker for maintenance and project delivery across all operational properties •Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the service •Act as relationship manager for a designated portfolio of sites, fostering strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and service users •Serve as the FM lead for election-related activities •Collaborate across teams to ensure service excellence and operational efficiency This is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a high-profile public sector environment, shaping the future of facilities management across two boroughs. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience What We're Looking For: Extensive experience in Facilities Management within high-pressure environments Demonstrated leadership and proven team management capabilities Exceptional communication skills with strong stakeholder engagement expertise Committed to continuous service improvement and sustainability initiatives Holder of NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) with a strong focus on Health & Safety compliance Skilled in managing tight deadlines and adapting to changing priorities Indicative Recruitment Timeline: Closing Date: Sunday 01st February 2026 Shortlisting Date: Week commencing Monday 16th February 2026 Interview Date : WC 23rd February 2026 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment Useful Information Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Marketing and Events Assistant £27,781 - £31,134 Fixed Term until 31 December 2026 Full time Richmond Hybrid working pattern, with approximately 2-3 days per week from the office and working from home. Objective of the Role Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are seeking a Marketing and Events Assistant to support the Tourism and Investment Marketing Manager in delivering visitor action plans, promotional programmes and high quality events.A key part of the role is helping to develop, maintain and promote the Visit Richmond brand and its digital platforms. This is a creative and proactive role requiring strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and confidence in producing engaging social media content, including videos showcasing events, attractions and heritage locations. About the Role You will play an active role in promoting Richmond upon Thames as a leading visitor destination. Your responsibilities will include: Marketing & Content Creating and updating content for the Visit Richmond website and social media channels. Supporting the development of promotional materials such as guides, leaflets, trails, videos and campaign assets. Copywriting for digital platforms, marketing materials and visitor publications. Producing marketing content linked to the Visit Richmond Partnership, including the annual guide. Events Assisting with the organisation, marketing and delivery of Council-led or partner led events. Supporting on the day logistics where required. Data & Administration Collecting and organising tourism and campaign data to inform marketing activity. Maintaining accurate contact databases in line with information governance policies. Monitoring shared inboxes and social media channels, responding to enquiries or directing them as needed. Providing support to the Visit Richmond Partnership (e.g., invitations, minute taking). Supporting broader High Streets and Local Growth initiatives as directed. Essential Skills and Experience Excellent written and spoken English. Strong understanding of social media and digital marketing. Confident IT skills. An interest in tourism, the visitor economy and place promotion Key Dates Closing Date: 22 January Shortlisting Date: 28 January Interview Date: 6 February Test/Presentation: (delete if not applicable) Secondment All internal applicants for this secondment must seek permission from their current line manager before applying. Failure to do so may result in the secondment not being authorised. This is a fixed term contract ending on the 31/12/2026. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. Please note the application process for this role is anonymised. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Centre Manager, Full-Time Teddington Sports Centre, TW11 9PJ SO2: £37,602pa _ Are you a friendly and confident communicator who enjoys working with a team to provide great service? Do you hold a suitable sport/leisure/recreation or relevant management qualification and have previous experience in a leisure environment? Then we need you to join our team and lead on centre and programme development at Teddington Sports Centre Where you'll be working Teddington Sports Centre, Teddington School, Broom Road, Teddington TW11 9PJ. Facilities here include a multi-purpose sports hall, tennis courts, all-weather pitch, squash courts, studios, multi-use games area and beach volleyball courts. The centre is open to the public weekdays from 5pm to 10pm and weekends from 9am to 6pm. You'll be working 36 hours per week on a rota and this will include a mix of daytime, evening and weekends shifts. What you'll be doing You'll manage the Borough's dual-use Sports Centre and work with internal and external partners to improve the facilities, develop services and run a comprehensive and balanced adult and junior programme, in line with the Council's Sport and Leisure Strategy. You'll have direct supervision for a team of permanent staff (and a bank of casual staff members). You'll be developing your staff through 1-2-1s, appraisals and team meetings. Your workload will cover programming, finance, health & safety, marketing, quality assurance, facility development and staff management. You'll also be expected to step in and act as Duty Manager when required, getting involved in the day to day operations. Have a look at the job profile online for full details on the varied role you can expect to be doing. What we'll need from you You must hold a suitable sport/leisure/recreation or relevant management qualification in order to apply for this role andmust be First Aid qualified. Good communication and organisational skills are key essential for this role. We're looking for someone with significant previous experience of working withing a leisure/fitness environment, ideally at management level. You'll also need a good working knowledge of the operational management of a sports and fitness centre, Health & Safety procedures, and an understanding of Diversity and Equality in employment and provision of service. What we can offer you This SO2 level role initially starts at £37,602pa (with a progression range of up to £45,564pa ). This post will also have the developmental opportunity to progress to grade PO1, with additional areas of responsibility being undertaken. (PO1 salary progression range is £38,976 to £47,229pa ) . progression up a salary scale is achieved through positive annual appraisals. We can also offer working arrangements that will enhance your work-life balance.These include a 36 hour working week and a generous holiday allowance of 40 paid days per year (includes bank holidays), plus a wide range of learning and development opportunities. In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts with many leisure activities, restaurants, shops and other establishments. Apply now If you are suitably qualified and experienced for this role, submit your CV application and a supporting statement - tell us what makes you the best person for the job! Please ensure you fully complete all stages of the application process as incomplete applications will be rejected. Closing Date: Sunday 25 January 2026 at Midnight. We will contact you by email after the closing date to let you know if you have been shortlisted for interview. The closing date is given as a guide and we reserve the right to close this advert early, or once sufficient applications have been received. We strongly advise you complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Interviews Interviews are provisionally scheduled for 10 and 11 February 2026 and will be held in person at our offices in Twickenham. Candidates will be required to give a short presentation as part of the interview assessment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Talent Management Officer £37,602 - £45,564 Fixed Term Full Time Wandsworth / Richmond / Home Working (office based 3 - 4 times a week) Fixed Term Contract - March 2029 Objective of role Work Match, Richmond and Wandsworth council's jobs and skills brokerage is recruiting for a Talent Management Officer to add further resource to an already successful employment delivery team. The Talent Management Officer is the key link between our resident engagement process and the identification of a resident's skills, ambition and development needs prior to supporting them on their employment pathway.The Talent Management Officer will develop a talent pool of residents to support the ambition of Work Match in supporting local people to gain local employment. About you You will be an ambitious self-starter, ready to take on the challenge of joining a successful job brokerage service for talented residents of Wandsworth.Your employability and employment support skills will deliver a high-quality resident focused employment support and resourcing service by engaging with local people. The ideal candidate will be able to deliver high quality advice and guidance, CV preparation, job readiness preparation and be able to successfully match local people to jobs created in the associated boroughs that Work Match operates alongside our Business Engagement teams. This is an exciting time to join Work Match and help in the continued delivery of high-quality business engagement activity and to help residents to realise their potential and raise their aspirations to enter the local labour market. The Role The primary purpose of this position is to effectively engage with a wide range of Wandsworth residents who have registered with the councils Work Match service.To assess the work readiness of these residents and enable them to access appropriate employment support or training.To Manage a talent pool of work ready Wandsworth residents and liaise with Work Match colleagues to ensure these residents can be placed into local job openings. The post holder will also work closely with Work Match's Partnerships and Commissioning team to ensure training delivered is resident responsive and demand led, based on evidence gathered from the local area Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Knowledge of barriers to work for the unemployed and underemployed. Knowledge of a range of suitable provision to help further enhance an individual's work readiness. Experience of delivering high impact and innovative programmes of employability. Experience of managing a wide-ranging caseload of people looking to access employment and training opportunities. Experience of providing advice, guidance and developing action plans for those wishing to enter employment and training. Ability to ascertain the work readiness of a resident engaging with Work Match, to establish their barriers to employment and create interventions to help address these. Closing Date : Sunday 8th February 2026 Shortlisting Date: Monday 9th February 2026 Interview Date: TBC (week 23rd February 2026) Presentation: Details to be confirmed after offer of interview For an informal conversation please contact Andrew Harland Employment Delivery Manager via Secondment All internal applicants for this secondment must seek permission from their current line manager before applying. Failure to do so may result in the secondment not being authorised. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Assistant Service Manager £48,873 to £59,220 Permanent Teddington Health and Social Care Centre, and Whitton Corner Health and Social Care Centre Objective of role We have an exciting opportunity to recruit an Assistant Locality Manager to work within our Teddington and Twickenham Locality Team. We are looking for positive, experienced, social work managers who share our values and commitment.We are offering this opportunity to candidates who are passionate about improving the lives of residents and want to support staff to provide excellent standards of social work. The teams consist of Assistant Service Managers, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers and Social Care Assessors who provide a holistic, personalised, strength-based service to residents over the age of 18 who have physical disabilities and older people with physical and mental health disabilities. About the role Your primary duties will include: To facilitate service user choice and empowerment through promoting independence and strength-based practice to enable residents to maintain their independence and local community connections for as long as safely possible To assist with the management of budgets, ensuring that processes and procedures are carried out in a timely and effective way within available resources To undertake statutory intervention when people are at risk or may be neglected or abused. This will include chairing Section 42 Safeguarding Adults Enquiries. To provide operational and motivational leadership of staff, promoting a positive working environment with the primary aim of delivering high quality services To manage the team's performance to achieve the Department's vision. The person interested in this post will: Have a 'can do' attitude to work Continuously seek better value for money while meeting resident's outcomes at lower cost Have the interests of residents and service users at heart, and ensuring they receive the highest standards of service provision Take a team approach that values collaboration and partnership working Have knowledge of current developments in relevant legislation, national guidance and frameworks and how to access more detailed information when necessary, including the local authority's responsibility to safeguard adults at risk Be able to make rapid judgments, at times in emergencies To apply please upload your CV and complete a supporting statement detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact: Clare Nelson-Hench, Service Manager on Closing Date: Sunday 25th January 2026 Shortlisting Date: W/C Monday 2nd February 2026 Interview Date : W/C Monday 16th February 2026 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

Senior Educational Psychologist £57,171 - £72,186 per annum Permanent Full Time (36 hours) Wandsworth, London Are you a qualified and experienced Educational Psychologist keen to deliver a high-quality psychological service to children and young people? The Schools and Community Psychology Service (SCPS) is a team of Psychologists, Trainee Psychologists and Primary Mental Health Workers (PMHWs).As part of Wandsworth Council, you will join a key service contributing to work that aims to improve educational, social and mental health outcomes for children and young people living and being educated in Wandsworth.We have a strong traded presence with our local schools as well as strong links with other teams and university organisations. About the role As a Senior Educational Psychologist, you will include a small amount of schoolwork with both commissioned and statutory casework, supervision of qualified EPs and TEPs (if needed), various strategic roles within the team, as well as the wider Children's Services department. Our Offer: Balanced and efficient workload - You will work within a team that maintains no EHCNA backlog and ensures statutory time remains at a manageable 30% of your overall allocation. Strong professional development and support - You will benefit from regular 1:1 and peer supervision, access to CPD and engagement in reflective practice, all within a psychologically informed department. Innovative and respected environment - You will be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team with a great reputation, contributing to innovative practice and strategic work within Children's Services. The SCPS is committed to the following current priority areas: Anti-racism and inclusion - Actively promoting diversity, reducing societal barriers, and integrating anti-racist practice into reflective spaces. Consultation-driven service delivery - Prioritising collaborative approaches with schools and refining report writing to increase meaningful face-to-face engagement. Values-led practice and team wellbeing - Embedding shared values in work with schools, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring wellbeing through annual surveys and a dedicated working group. Professional development and specialisation - Supporting EPs in individual areas of interest, offering protected CPD time, and maintaining high-quality psychological supervision. Balanced and strategic psychological work - Ensuring a mix of statutory, commissioned, and project work while championing psychology at all levels of strategic influence. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge: Qualified and HCPC registered Educational Psychologist with proven experience of practice post EP qualification. Creative thinking and ideas for further developing and supporting a dynamic and multi-talented team. Interest in strategic thinking and contribution to cross-departmental partnership work, including strategic thinking in early years and developing quality statutory processes. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in offering psychological supervision and commitment in developing professional skills and distributed leadership in others. Interest in applying psychology in team leadership within the context of a wider organisation. Interest in Early Years and the key role EPs can play in delivering support for families and practitioners working with children 0-5 years. If you meet the above criteria and want to join a creative, friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team and help shape our innovative practice, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Theodora Theodoratou (Principal Educational Psychologist) on Check out our team website for more information Wandsworth Schools & Community Psychology Service Closing Date: Sunday 25 January 2026. Shortlisting Date: Monday 26 January 2026. Interview Date: w/c 2 February 2026. We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are alsocommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactoryresponse to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.