Transforming our service to put the needs of families and children at its heart. The challenge Diverse, vibrant and growing, Bristol is the largest city in the South West and home to some 82,200 children. Our Children and Families team is determined to make Bristol a city where every child belongs and every child gets the best start in life, whatever circumstances they are born into. We are especially proud of our strengths-based work in systemic practice and the positive culture in our team. As our Head of Service for Strategic Safeguarding and Quality Assurance, you will work alongside other senior members of the directorate to respond to the national changes and our Transformation Programme, Families First. It's a busy and interesting role, with real opportunities to make a difference. You'll use your expertise to ensure our social work professionals have the training, support and resources they need to work effectively with families, vulnerable children and those in care. Your role Joining a stable, committed and innovative senior leadership team, your focus will be on developing our new systemic practice hub and the evolution of our child protection service in line with our systemic principles. Responsible for the children's workforce development team, you will shape our recruitment and retention strategy. You will also lead the Directorate in policy, performance and quality assurance work and collaborative working under the Keeping Bristol Safe Partnership. Responsibility for the Child Protection Conference Service, Independent Reviewing Officers and LADO also falls within your remit. About you We're looking for someone with the vision and capability to develop services that improve outcomes for citizens and customers. You'll therefore have well-developed leadership skills, including the ability to manage, motivate and inspire people through change. A registered and qualified social worker, with strong frontline experience in children's services, you'll know what good practice looks like and how to achieve it with and through others. You'll also be used to partnership working, analytical problem-solving and budgetary management. Highly developed advocacy, negotiation and presentation skills are important. The benefits In return you'll have access to a range of valuable benefits including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement. We place high value on creating an inclusive, healthy workplace and offer a range of flexible working options and family friendly policies. How do I apply? To apply, please click the apply button. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your covering letter. No agencies please. For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or for informal enquiries please contact We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career. Closing date: Thursday 13th March 2025 Interviews to be held: w.c. 1 st April 2025 At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Women, Black, Asian, and racially minoritised candidates, and Disabled candidates who are currently under-represented within senior leadership roles of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.
Mar 07, 2025
Full time
Transforming our service to put the needs of families and children at its heart. The challenge Diverse, vibrant and growing, Bristol is the largest city in the South West and home to some 82,200 children. Our Children and Families team is determined to make Bristol a city where every child belongs and every child gets the best start in life, whatever circumstances they are born into. We are especially proud of our strengths-based work in systemic practice and the positive culture in our team. As our Head of Service for Strategic Safeguarding and Quality Assurance, you will work alongside other senior members of the directorate to respond to the national changes and our Transformation Programme, Families First. It's a busy and interesting role, with real opportunities to make a difference. You'll use your expertise to ensure our social work professionals have the training, support and resources they need to work effectively with families, vulnerable children and those in care. Your role Joining a stable, committed and innovative senior leadership team, your focus will be on developing our new systemic practice hub and the evolution of our child protection service in line with our systemic principles. Responsible for the children's workforce development team, you will shape our recruitment and retention strategy. You will also lead the Directorate in policy, performance and quality assurance work and collaborative working under the Keeping Bristol Safe Partnership. Responsibility for the Child Protection Conference Service, Independent Reviewing Officers and LADO also falls within your remit. About you We're looking for someone with the vision and capability to develop services that improve outcomes for citizens and customers. You'll therefore have well-developed leadership skills, including the ability to manage, motivate and inspire people through change. A registered and qualified social worker, with strong frontline experience in children's services, you'll know what good practice looks like and how to achieve it with and through others. You'll also be used to partnership working, analytical problem-solving and budgetary management. Highly developed advocacy, negotiation and presentation skills are important. The benefits In return you'll have access to a range of valuable benefits including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement. We place high value on creating an inclusive, healthy workplace and offer a range of flexible working options and family friendly policies. How do I apply? To apply, please click the apply button. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your covering letter. No agencies please. For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or for informal enquiries please contact We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career. Closing date: Thursday 13th March 2025 Interviews to be held: w.c. 1 st April 2025 At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Women, Black, Asian, and racially minoritised candidates, and Disabled candidates who are currently under-represented within senior leadership roles of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.
Project Surveyor BG12: £38,296 - £41,496 Full Time, Permanent Based at: 100 Temple Street, Bristol, BS1 6AG Can you help us deliver more high quality, affordable homes in Bristol to help ensure the city's success benefits all our citizens? The Council's Housing Delivery Team is looking to recruit an experienced Project Surveyor to run new build housing development projects from contractor tender to completion of new homes. Acting as the principal point of contact for contractors, the role will problem solve, agree any required changes and manage the project delivery from arranging site surveys and site preparation works to handover of the new homes. You will ideally have new build construction and contract management experience to support the aims of Project 1000. With a diverse and growing population, Bristol is regularly voted one of the best places to live in the UK - and we need to deliver more homes to tackle the crisis of housing affordability and supply that the city faces. The Council's Project 1000 Affordable Housing Delivery Plan 2022-25 sets out how we intend to focus our land, resources and influence to create a step change in the way Affordable Housing is delivered in Bristol, and significantly increase delivery of high-quality market and affordable homes. Project 1000 aims to accelerate delivery so that half of all homes delivered by the Council and its partners each year by 2024 are truly affordable for Bristol's citizens. Bristol City Council is embarking on its biggest affordable housing delivery drive for decades. We have launched our Project 1000 Affordable Housing Delivery Plan 2022-25 and are looking to see the completion of 1000 Affordable Homes a year from 2024. Alongside delivery through its Registered Provider Partners and own housing development company, Goram Homes, the Council also has ambitious council house building plans, both through direct delivery and acquisitions from external developers. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or alternatively, please contact Holly Lang on or At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, Disabled, LGBTQ+ and Female candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.
Dec 07, 2022
Full time
Project Surveyor BG12: £38,296 - £41,496 Full Time, Permanent Based at: 100 Temple Street, Bristol, BS1 6AG Can you help us deliver more high quality, affordable homes in Bristol to help ensure the city's success benefits all our citizens? The Council's Housing Delivery Team is looking to recruit an experienced Project Surveyor to run new build housing development projects from contractor tender to completion of new homes. Acting as the principal point of contact for contractors, the role will problem solve, agree any required changes and manage the project delivery from arranging site surveys and site preparation works to handover of the new homes. You will ideally have new build construction and contract management experience to support the aims of Project 1000. With a diverse and growing population, Bristol is regularly voted one of the best places to live in the UK - and we need to deliver more homes to tackle the crisis of housing affordability and supply that the city faces. The Council's Project 1000 Affordable Housing Delivery Plan 2022-25 sets out how we intend to focus our land, resources and influence to create a step change in the way Affordable Housing is delivered in Bristol, and significantly increase delivery of high-quality market and affordable homes. Project 1000 aims to accelerate delivery so that half of all homes delivered by the Council and its partners each year by 2024 are truly affordable for Bristol's citizens. Bristol City Council is embarking on its biggest affordable housing delivery drive for decades. We have launched our Project 1000 Affordable Housing Delivery Plan 2022-25 and are looking to see the completion of 1000 Affordable Homes a year from 2024. Alongside delivery through its Registered Provider Partners and own housing development company, Goram Homes, the Council also has ambitious council house building plans, both through direct delivery and acquisitions from external developers. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or alternatively, please contact Holly Lang on or At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic, Disabled, LGBTQ+ and Female candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.
Technical Lead - Flood Risk Management Full Time, Permanent We are recruiting for an experienced flood risk management professional to join our team, which is currently leading high profile and exciting flood mitigation schemes such as the Bristol Avon Flood Strategy, Avonmouth and Severnside Ecology Mitigation and Flood Defences Project and Bedminster Green River Restoration. This role will primarily focus on the delivery of our Resilient Frome project which will deliver a mix of flood resilience measures and river restoration that mirror the rural to city nature of the Frome catchment. The Bristol River Frome is sourced in the southern Cotswolds, with the headwaters of the river flowing through predominantly rural (agricultural) land and the towns of Yate and Chipping Sodbury before flowing downstream and entering the heavily urbanised area of Bristol in the north of the city. Building on the existing River Frome Reconnected Partnership (RFR), you will work with project partners South Gloucestershire Council, the Environment Agency, Wessex Water and catchment partnerships to deliver the project from full business case to delivery over the next 5-year period. You will have proven ability to deliver flood risk management projects from feasibility to construction, monitor project progress and outcomes, manage risk, and maximise opportunities to secure investment and make efficiencies. You will generate and provide key financial and programme information to the RFR Steering group and Project Director's Board. It will also be helpful to have a demonstrable working relationship with public, private and third sector organisations. To succeed in this role, it is expected that you will possess proven analytical and problem-solving skills in relation to flood risk management, with excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to ensure milestones and deliverables are set and achieved to time and to a high quality. We are seeking a dynamic, self-motivated person with experience providing local leadership to influence and deliver outcomes within the context of water and river catchment planning. This is a highly rewarding role in terms of the contribution you will make towards influencing the strategy and policies that will shape and enable the delivery of a more resilient water environment for the well-being of wildlife, people and our local economy through a catchment-based approach. You will work with key partners and work package leads to establish, co-ordinate and deliver a forward-thinking whole river corridor approach through the Resilient Frome project. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Asian, Disabled, LGBTQ+ and Female candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.
Dec 06, 2022
Full time
Technical Lead - Flood Risk Management Full Time, Permanent We are recruiting for an experienced flood risk management professional to join our team, which is currently leading high profile and exciting flood mitigation schemes such as the Bristol Avon Flood Strategy, Avonmouth and Severnside Ecology Mitigation and Flood Defences Project and Bedminster Green River Restoration. This role will primarily focus on the delivery of our Resilient Frome project which will deliver a mix of flood resilience measures and river restoration that mirror the rural to city nature of the Frome catchment. The Bristol River Frome is sourced in the southern Cotswolds, with the headwaters of the river flowing through predominantly rural (agricultural) land and the towns of Yate and Chipping Sodbury before flowing downstream and entering the heavily urbanised area of Bristol in the north of the city. Building on the existing River Frome Reconnected Partnership (RFR), you will work with project partners South Gloucestershire Council, the Environment Agency, Wessex Water and catchment partnerships to deliver the project from full business case to delivery over the next 5-year period. You will have proven ability to deliver flood risk management projects from feasibility to construction, monitor project progress and outcomes, manage risk, and maximise opportunities to secure investment and make efficiencies. You will generate and provide key financial and programme information to the RFR Steering group and Project Director's Board. It will also be helpful to have a demonstrable working relationship with public, private and third sector organisations. To succeed in this role, it is expected that you will possess proven analytical and problem-solving skills in relation to flood risk management, with excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to ensure milestones and deliverables are set and achieved to time and to a high quality. We are seeking a dynamic, self-motivated person with experience providing local leadership to influence and deliver outcomes within the context of water and river catchment planning. This is a highly rewarding role in terms of the contribution you will make towards influencing the strategy and policies that will shape and enable the delivery of a more resilient water environment for the well-being of wildlife, people and our local economy through a catchment-based approach. You will work with key partners and work package leads to establish, co-ordinate and deliver a forward-thinking whole river corridor approach through the Resilient Frome project. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young People, Asian, Disabled, LGBTQ+ and Female candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.
Would you like to support Bristol's community and voluntary sector in creating real change in the city? The Community Resources team is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced person with strong project management skills and knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and learning, who can apply their skills to grow the power of communities experiencing the greatest inequality. The role will involve: Working with community and voluntary sector organisations and an external evaluator to embed a learning approach in the Bristol Impact Fund: Growing the Power of Communities. Developing and using monitoring and grant management systems and information to inform our conversations across the city and ensure that funding is delivering impact where it is most needed. Supporting the Area Committee process to invest local Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 monies to make improvements within neighbourhoods. Developing our current working practices to strengthen our contribution to addressing inequality and working on ways that the council can support communities in shaping the public life of the city. The Community Resources Team sits alongside the Community Development Team within the Council's Neighbourhoods and Communities Service. You'll be working within a highly-committed, dynamic service which is passionate about supporting people to make a difference where they live and promoting equity in all aspects of our work. The role is generally during normal working hours (Monday to Friday) and can be structured to fit around caring or other responsibilities. While based at City Hall, we support flexible working between home and office. The role very occasionally involves some evening work (e.g. for community or councillor meetings) and potentially occasional weekend work, which you will be able to take back as flexi time. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey, please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. It is Bristol City Council's practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview. Please contact if you have any queries about this role. Closing date: 23 September 2022. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic and Young People candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit
Sep 20, 2022
Full time
Would you like to support Bristol's community and voluntary sector in creating real change in the city? The Community Resources team is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced person with strong project management skills and knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and learning, who can apply their skills to grow the power of communities experiencing the greatest inequality. The role will involve: Working with community and voluntary sector organisations and an external evaluator to embed a learning approach in the Bristol Impact Fund: Growing the Power of Communities. Developing and using monitoring and grant management systems and information to inform our conversations across the city and ensure that funding is delivering impact where it is most needed. Supporting the Area Committee process to invest local Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 monies to make improvements within neighbourhoods. Developing our current working practices to strengthen our contribution to addressing inequality and working on ways that the council can support communities in shaping the public life of the city. The Community Resources Team sits alongside the Community Development Team within the Council's Neighbourhoods and Communities Service. You'll be working within a highly-committed, dynamic service which is passionate about supporting people to make a difference where they live and promoting equity in all aspects of our work. The role is generally during normal working hours (Monday to Friday) and can be structured to fit around caring or other responsibilities. While based at City Hall, we support flexible working between home and office. The role very occasionally involves some evening work (e.g. for community or councillor meetings) and potentially occasional weekend work, which you will be able to take back as flexi time. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey, please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. It is Bristol City Council's practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview. Please contact if you have any queries about this role. Closing date: 23 September 2022. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic and Young People candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit
VCSE Investment & Social Action Officer Ref: VAC003278 Location: City Hall, College Green, City Centre, Bristol BS1 5TR Salary: BG12: £36,371 - £39,571 Would you like to support Bristol's community and voluntary sector in creating real change in the city? The Community Resources team is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced person with strong project management skills and knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and learning, who can apply their skills to grow the power of communities experiencing the greatest inequality. The role will involve: Working with community and voluntary sector organisations and an external evaluator to embed a learning approach in the Bristol Impact Fund: Growing the Power of Communities. Developing and using monitoring and grant management systems and information to inform our conversations across the city and ensure that funding is delivering impact where it is most needed. Supporting the Area Committee process to invest local Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 monies to make improvements within neighbourhoods. Developing our current working practices to strengthen our contribution to addressing inequality and working on ways that the council can support communities in shaping the public life of the city. The Community Resources Team sits alongside the Community Development Team within the Council's Neighbourhoods and Communities Service. You'll be working within a highly-committed, dynamic service which is passionate about supporting people to make a difference where they live and promoting equity in all aspects of our work. The role is generally during normal working hours (Monday to Friday) and can be structured to fit around caring or other responsibilities. While based at City Hall, we support flexible working between home and office. The role very occasionally involves some evening work (e.g. for community or councillor meetings) and potentially occasional weekend work, which you will be able to take back as flexi time. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey, please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. It is Bristol City Council's practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview. Closing date: 23 September 2022. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic and Young People candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.
Sep 14, 2022
Full time
VCSE Investment & Social Action Officer Ref: VAC003278 Location: City Hall, College Green, City Centre, Bristol BS1 5TR Salary: BG12: £36,371 - £39,571 Would you like to support Bristol's community and voluntary sector in creating real change in the city? The Community Resources team is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced person with strong project management skills and knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and learning, who can apply their skills to grow the power of communities experiencing the greatest inequality. The role will involve: Working with community and voluntary sector organisations and an external evaluator to embed a learning approach in the Bristol Impact Fund: Growing the Power of Communities. Developing and using monitoring and grant management systems and information to inform our conversations across the city and ensure that funding is delivering impact where it is most needed. Supporting the Area Committee process to invest local Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 monies to make improvements within neighbourhoods. Developing our current working practices to strengthen our contribution to addressing inequality and working on ways that the council can support communities in shaping the public life of the city. The Community Resources Team sits alongside the Community Development Team within the Council's Neighbourhoods and Communities Service. You'll be working within a highly-committed, dynamic service which is passionate about supporting people to make a difference where they live and promoting equity in all aspects of our work. The role is generally during normal working hours (Monday to Friday) and can be structured to fit around caring or other responsibilities. While based at City Hall, we support flexible working between home and office. The role very occasionally involves some evening work (e.g. for community or councillor meetings) and potentially occasional weekend work, which you will be able to take back as flexi time. Why Bristol City Council? At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. How do I apply? If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey, please select the apply button below. To be shortlisted for interview you'll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. It is Bristol City Council's practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview. Closing date: 23 September 2022. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic and Young People candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.
