Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been 'our colleagues'. Your Contributions: As a Child & Family Support Worker Lead, you will support Community Support Workers in the creation, implementation and reviewing of individual care plans for children, young people and their families to meet their assessed need. You will supervise the team, contribute to the development of services and promote a learning and teaching culture / environment with children and families, with the aim of improving outcomes. Also, you will quality assure interventions / support provided and will support staff by being available when they work out of hours, evening and weekends. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long serviceMembership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sam Edwards - Interviews are expected to take place on 11th September 2025. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Aug 14, 2025
Full time
Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been 'our colleagues'. Your Contributions: As a Child & Family Support Worker Lead, you will support Community Support Workers in the creation, implementation and reviewing of individual care plans for children, young people and their families to meet their assessed need. You will supervise the team, contribute to the development of services and promote a learning and teaching culture / environment with children and families, with the aim of improving outcomes. Also, you will quality assure interventions / support provided and will support staff by being available when they work out of hours, evening and weekends. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long serviceMembership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sam Edwards - Interviews are expected to take place on 11th September 2025. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Do you have a passion for supporting vulnerable children and those with SEND in the Early Years? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We have an exciting opportunity for x3 experienced Early Years Professionals to join our team as Early Years Interventions Officer. Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ' our colleagues' . Our Team: Our Early Years Team works closely with early years providers and schools to support the development of high-quality, inclusive provision and early education. The postholder will operate under the direction of the Early Years Team Lead to ensure the Council's statutory responsibilities for promoting high inclusive practice in Early Years settings; ensuring effective SEND intervention and on-going support is available to children, families and settings. Your Contributions: As an Early Years Interventions officer, you will; Support the development of high-quality, inclusive practice in early years settings by working collaboratively with providers and SENCos to identify and meet individual children's needs through the effective implementation of the Graduated Approach. Model effective strategies and interventions to build practitioner confidence and skills in meeting the additional needs of individual children, providing written reports as required. Advise on the appropriate application and effective use of SEND Inclusion Funding, ensuring it is monitored and utilised to maximise outcomes for children. Contribute to the design and delivery of SEND specific training, enhancing the knowledge, skills, and confidence of early years practitioners. Work in close partnership with multi-agency professionals and early years providers to ensure timely and appropriate referrals, supporting early identification and smooth transitions for children. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible / hybrid working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme. Essential Monthly Car User Allowance Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Campbell Early Years Team Lead . Interview date to be confirmed. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values . We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Aug 14, 2025
Full time
Do you have a passion for supporting vulnerable children and those with SEND in the Early Years? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We have an exciting opportunity for x3 experienced Early Years Professionals to join our team as Early Years Interventions Officer. Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ' our colleagues' . Our Team: Our Early Years Team works closely with early years providers and schools to support the development of high-quality, inclusive provision and early education. The postholder will operate under the direction of the Early Years Team Lead to ensure the Council's statutory responsibilities for promoting high inclusive practice in Early Years settings; ensuring effective SEND intervention and on-going support is available to children, families and settings. Your Contributions: As an Early Years Interventions officer, you will; Support the development of high-quality, inclusive practice in early years settings by working collaboratively with providers and SENCos to identify and meet individual children's needs through the effective implementation of the Graduated Approach. Model effective strategies and interventions to build practitioner confidence and skills in meeting the additional needs of individual children, providing written reports as required. Advise on the appropriate application and effective use of SEND Inclusion Funding, ensuring it is monitored and utilised to maximise outcomes for children. Contribute to the design and delivery of SEND specific training, enhancing the knowledge, skills, and confidence of early years practitioners. Work in close partnership with multi-agency professionals and early years providers to ensure timely and appropriate referrals, supporting early identification and smooth transitions for children. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible / hybrid working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme. Essential Monthly Car User Allowance Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Campbell Early Years Team Lead . Interview date to be confirmed. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values . We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Social Worker - DAT Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of children? Are you looking for somewhere that allows you to truly shape the life chances of children and young people? We are looking to recruit experienced Social Workers to support us on our improvement journey. Join a team where we're always looking ahead - a place that's deeply committed to continuous learning, growth, and career progression. Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority area encompassing Widnes and Runcorn, with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ' our colleagues' . Our Team: The Duty and Assessment Team are a dedicated and impactful team, who are at the heart of positive change - working directly with children, families, and partner agencies to ensure every child's needs are met swiftly and effectively. With a strong focus on collaboration and timely support, this is a team where your work truly makes a difference. Hours: 37 Your Contributions: As a Social Worker within our Duty and Assessment Team, you will identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need of support and or looked after. If the child/young person requires longer term support you will assist in ensuring that they are allocated to a social worker in our Child in Need team. This role is based in our office in Widnes with some travel across the Borough. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme We have a strong vision for social work practice in Halton and we are currently embedding a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We're on a journey for excellence and we've made it our mission to ensure that children and young people get the best service from us, so they are able to thrive and achieve. We are committed to supporting our Social Workers and Managers to achieve their aspirations too. Working with us, you will have real opportunities to progress your career through training and development as an advanced practitioner, or future leader. We have a stable and experienced Senior Leadership Team, who lead from the front. The Head of Service, Service Manager and Team Manager are well established staff members in Halton, who are supportive and nurturing. You will receive bespoke support from the Social Work Academy who are integral in supporting this team in our improvement journey, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues in this service area. The Market Supplement applicable to the advertised role is as follows: For salaries of HBC 7 and HBC8 - £2,710 per annum For salaries of HBC 9 - £3,710 per annum Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so. Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Ellison, Head of Service, on . We are actively reviewing applications throughout the duration of this advert and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview asap. Therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application as soon as possible and enjoy the many benefits of working for Halton Borough Council . At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Aug 14, 2025
Full time
Social Worker - DAT Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of children? Are you looking for somewhere that allows you to truly shape the life chances of children and young people? We are looking to recruit experienced Social Workers to support us on our improvement journey. Join a team where we're always looking ahead - a place that's deeply committed to continuous learning, growth, and career progression. Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority area encompassing Widnes and Runcorn, with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ' our colleagues' . Our Team: The Duty and Assessment Team are a dedicated and impactful team, who are at the heart of positive change - working directly with children, families, and partner agencies to ensure every child's needs are met swiftly and effectively. With a strong focus on collaboration and timely support, this is a team where your work truly makes a difference. Hours: 37 Your Contributions: As a Social Worker within our Duty and Assessment Team, you will identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need of support and or looked after. If the child/young person requires longer term support you will assist in ensuring that they are allocated to a social worker in our Child in Need team. This role is based in our office in Widnes with some travel across the Borough. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme We have a strong vision for social work practice in Halton and we are currently embedding a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We're on a journey for excellence and we've made it our mission to ensure that children and young people get the best service from us, so they are able to thrive and achieve. We are committed to supporting our Social Workers and Managers to achieve their aspirations too. Working with us, you will have real opportunities to progress your career through training and development as an advanced practitioner, or future leader. We have a stable and experienced Senior Leadership Team, who lead from the front. The Head of Service, Service Manager and Team Manager are well established staff members in Halton, who are supportive and nurturing. You will receive bespoke support from the Social Work Academy who are integral in supporting this team in our improvement journey, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues in this service area. The Market Supplement applicable to the advertised role is as follows: For salaries of HBC 7 and HBC8 - £2,710 per annum For salaries of HBC 9 - £3,710 per annum Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so. Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Ellison, Head of Service, on . We are actively reviewing applications throughout the duration of this advert and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview asap. Therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application as soon as possible and enjoy the many benefits of working for Halton Borough Council . At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been 'our colleagues'. Your Contributions: As a Child & Family Support Worker Lead, you will support Community Support Workers in the creation, implementation and reviewing of individual care plans for children, young people and their families to meet their assessed need. You will supervise the team, contribute to the development of services and promote a learning and teaching culture / environment with children and families, with the aim of improving outcomes. Also, you will quality assure interventions / support provided and will support staff by being available when they work out of hours, evening and weekends. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long serviceMembership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sam Edwards - Interviews are expected to take place on 11th September 2025. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been 'our colleagues'. Your Contributions: As a Child & Family Support Worker Lead, you will support Community Support Workers in the creation, implementation and reviewing of individual care plans for children, young people and their families to meet their assessed need. You will supervise the team, contribute to the development of services and promote a learning and teaching culture / environment with children and families, with the aim of improving outcomes. Also, you will quality assure interventions / support provided and will support staff by being available when they work out of hours, evening and weekends. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long serviceMembership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sam Edwards - Interviews are expected to take place on 11th September 2025. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Do you have a passion for supporting vulnerable children and those with SEND in the Early Years? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We have an exciting opportunity for x3 experienced Early Years Professionals to join our team as Early Years Interventions Officer. Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ' our colleagues' . Our Team: Our Early Years Team works closely with early years providers and schools to support the development of high-quality, inclusive provision and early education. The postholder will operate under the direction of the Early Years Team Lead to ensure the Council's statutory responsibilities for promoting high inclusive practice in Early Years settings; ensuring effective SEND intervention and on-going support is available to children, families and settings. Your Contributions: As an Early Years Interventions officer, you will; Support the development of high-quality, inclusive practice in early years settings by working collaboratively with providers and SENCos to identify and meet individual children's needs through the effective implementation of the Graduated Approach. Model effective strategies and interventions to build practitioner confidence and skills in meeting the additional needs of individual children, providing written reports as required. Advise on the appropriate application and effective use of SEND Inclusion Funding, ensuring it is monitored and utilised to maximise outcomes for children. Contribute to the design and delivery of SEND specific training, enhancing the knowledge, skills, and confidence of early years practitioners. Work in close partnership with multi-agency professionals and early years providers to ensure timely and appropriate referrals, supporting early identification and smooth transitions for children. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible / hybrid working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme. Essential Monthly Car User Allowance Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Campbell Early Years Team Lead . Interview date to be confirmed. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values . We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
Do you have a passion for supporting vulnerable children and those with SEND in the Early Years? If so, we'd love to hear from you! We have an exciting opportunity for x3 experienced Early Years Professionals to join our team as Early Years Interventions Officer. Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ' our colleagues' . Our Team: Our Early Years Team works closely with early years providers and schools to support the development of high-quality, inclusive provision and early education. The postholder will operate under the direction of the Early Years Team Lead to ensure the Council's statutory responsibilities for promoting high inclusive practice in Early Years settings; ensuring effective SEND intervention and on-going support is available to children, families and settings. Your Contributions: As an Early Years Interventions officer, you will; Support the development of high-quality, inclusive practice in early years settings by working collaboratively with providers and SENCos to identify and meet individual children's needs through the effective implementation of the Graduated Approach. Model effective strategies and interventions to build practitioner confidence and skills in meeting the additional needs of individual children, providing written reports as required. Advise on the appropriate application and effective use of SEND Inclusion Funding, ensuring it is monitored and utilised to maximise outcomes for children. Contribute to the design and delivery of SEND specific training, enhancing the knowledge, skills, and confidence of early years practitioners. Work in close partnership with multi-agency professionals and early years providers to ensure timely and appropriate referrals, supporting early identification and smooth transitions for children. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible / hybrid working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme. Essential Monthly Car User Allowance Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Campbell Early Years Team Lead . Interview date to be confirmed. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values . We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Social Worker - DAT Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of children? Are you looking for somewhere that allows you to truly shape the life chances of children and young people? We are looking to recruit experienced Social Workers to support us on our improvement journey. Join a team where we're always looking ahead - a place that's deeply committed to continuous learning, growth, and career progression. Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority area encompassing Widnes and Runcorn, with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ' our colleagues' . Our Team: The Duty and Assessment Team are a dedicated and impactful team, who are at the heart of positive change - working directly with children, families, and partner agencies to ensure every child's needs are met swiftly and effectively. With a strong focus on collaboration and timely support, this is a team where your work truly makes a difference. Hours: 37 Your Contributions: As a Social Worker within our Duty and Assessment Team, you will identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need of support and or looked after. If the child/young person requires longer term support you will assist in ensuring that they are allocated to a social worker in our Child in Need team. This role is based in our office in Widnes with some travel across the Borough. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme We have a strong vision for social work practice in Halton and we are currently embedding a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We're on a journey for excellence and we've made it our mission to ensure that children and young people get the best service from us, so they are able to thrive and achieve. We are committed to supporting our Social Workers and Managers to achieve their aspirations too. Working with us, you will have real opportunities to progress your career through training and development as an advanced practitioner, or future leader. We have a stable and experienced Senior Leadership Team, who lead from the front. The Head of Service, Service Manager and Team Manager are well established staff members in Halton, who are supportive and nurturing. You will receive bespoke support from the Social Work Academy who are integral in supporting this team in our improvement journey, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues in this service area. The Market Supplement applicable to the advertised role is as follows: For salaries of HBC 7 and HBC8 - £2,710 per annum For salaries of HBC 9 - £3,710 per annum Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so. Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Ellison, Head of Service, on . We are actively reviewing applications throughout the duration of this advert and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview asap. Therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application as soon as possible and enjoy the many benefits of working for Halton Borough Council . At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
Social Worker - DAT Do you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of children? Are you looking for somewhere that allows you to truly shape the life chances of children and young people? We are looking to recruit experienced Social Workers to support us on our improvement journey. Join a team where we're always looking ahead - a place that's deeply committed to continuous learning, growth, and career progression. Our Story: Halton is a vibrant local authority area encompassing Widnes and Runcorn, with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester. Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It's an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services. We are immensely proud that when asked what's great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ' our colleagues' . Our Team: The Duty and Assessment Team are a dedicated and impactful team, who are at the heart of positive change - working directly with children, families, and partner agencies to ensure every child's needs are met swiftly and effectively. With a strong focus on collaboration and timely support, this is a team where your work truly makes a difference. Hours: 37 Your Contributions: As a Social Worker within our Duty and Assessment Team, you will identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need of support and or looked after. If the child/young person requires longer term support you will assist in ensuring that they are allocated to a social worker in our Child in Need team. This role is based in our office in Widnes with some travel across the Borough. Our Offer: Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including: A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme Investment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme We have a strong vision for social work practice in Halton and we are currently embedding a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We're on a journey for excellence and we've made it our mission to ensure that children and young people get the best service from us, so they are able to thrive and achieve. We are committed to supporting our Social Workers and Managers to achieve their aspirations too. Working with us, you will have real opportunities to progress your career through training and development as an advanced practitioner, or future leader. We have a stable and experienced Senior Leadership Team, who lead from the front. The Head of Service, Service Manager and Team Manager are well established staff members in Halton, who are supportive and nurturing. You will receive bespoke support from the Social Work Academy who are integral in supporting this team in our improvement journey, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues in this service area. The Market Supplement applicable to the advertised role is as follows: For salaries of HBC 7 and HBC8 - £2,710 per annum For salaries of HBC 9 - £3,710 per annum Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so. Next Steps: At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Sarah Ellison, Head of Service, on . We are actively reviewing applications throughout the duration of this advert and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview asap. Therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application as soon as possible and enjoy the many benefits of working for Halton Borough Council . At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you - Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you're interested, please complete your application as early as possible. We look forward to receiving your application!
Halton Borough Council Swimming Instructor Salary: £7,254 - £7,801 Location: Halton Borough Council Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Part Time Hours: 12 hours per week DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 02/01/2023 at 23:59 Reference: ECR/22/219733 Are you passionate about delivering fun and engaging swimming lessons? Do you want to make a difference in your local community, supporting people to learn an essential life skill? Active Halton are looking for an outstanding swimming instructor to join our team, as we look to develop and revitalise the swimming lesson programme. If you share our passion for enabling people of all ages/abilities to learn to swim in a fun and inclusive environment, making a positive impact on their lives, then we would love to hear from you. You will deliver fun and innovative swimming lessons, in accordance with the _Active Halton 'Learn to Swim' Expected Standards_, inspiring people of all ages/abilities to enjoy and be safe around the water. You will work as part of a team to deliver excellent customer service. National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers (NRASTC) or National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is preferred, although not essential as training can be provided. Contracted post (12 hours per week) Annual Leave + sickness entitlement Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Continued Professional Development and ongoing training Career progression & development opportunities For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Jodi Gossage on Interviews will be held w/c 16th January 2023. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the on-line application form. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 12 per week Salary: £7,254.00-£7,801.00 per year Work Location: One location Reference ID: ECR/22/219733
Dec 13, 2022
Full time
Halton Borough Council Swimming Instructor Salary: £7,254 - £7,801 Location: Halton Borough Council Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Part Time Hours: 12 hours per week DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 02/01/2023 at 23:59 Reference: ECR/22/219733 Are you passionate about delivering fun and engaging swimming lessons? Do you want to make a difference in your local community, supporting people to learn an essential life skill? Active Halton are looking for an outstanding swimming instructor to join our team, as we look to develop and revitalise the swimming lesson programme. If you share our passion for enabling people of all ages/abilities to learn to swim in a fun and inclusive environment, making a positive impact on their lives, then we would love to hear from you. You will deliver fun and innovative swimming lessons, in accordance with the _Active Halton 'Learn to Swim' Expected Standards_, inspiring people of all ages/abilities to enjoy and be safe around the water. You will work as part of a team to deliver excellent customer service. National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers (NRASTC) or National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is preferred, although not essential as training can be provided. Contracted post (12 hours per week) Annual Leave + sickness entitlement Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Continued Professional Development and ongoing training Career progression & development opportunities For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Jodi Gossage on Interviews will be held w/c 16th January 2023. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs. Please fully complete the on-line application form. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 12 per week Salary: £7,254.00-£7,801.00 per year Work Location: One location Reference ID: ECR/22/219733
