37 hours per week / £32,565 per annum / fixed-term until 31 March 2027 / working Monday - Thursday 9.00-1700, Friday 9.00-16.30. At YMCA DownsLink Group, our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health. Our Values - we do what s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other. YMCA What is Sexual Exploitation (WiSE) works to prevent and disrupt the sexual exploitation of children and young people aged 5-25 across East Sussex, Brighton and Hove, and Surrey. We are a specialist team of passionate, dedicated professionals who support each other to work in this challenging area. We deliver trauma informed, consent-based work with young people, schools, statutory services and Sussex Police. The WiSE SOLAH ("safer online at home") project focuses on one-to-one interventions as well as group work, training for professionals and creation of resources to challenge the risk presented from the online space. We have an exciting opportunity to join the WiSE team as a Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Practitioner - SOLAH. We are looking for someone who is passionate about safeguarding children and young people, working creatively around promoting healthy relationships, online safety whilst creating safe spaces for children and young people to be heard. You will provide early intervention support to children and young people 5-25 years who have been identified as being at risk of sexual or criminal exploitation. Working primarily across Rye, Eastbourne, Robertsbridge and Hastings , you will support children and young people to stay safe online and within their communities by providing consultation, guidance and professional support to those working directly with individuals at risk of exploitation. As the role involves travel across East Sussex, you will ideally need access to a car and the ability to drive. Your work will include exploring key topics with young people such as risk, healthy and unhealthy relationships, sex and consent, negotiation and assertiveness, protective behaviours, personal boundaries, harmful sexual behaviours, gender identities, and concepts of masculinity. Key responsibilities are: Manage a caseload of vulnerable young people and supporting them to stay safe and leave the influence of perpetrators Work with other professionals to deliver tailored care packages and provide consultation Maintain accurate case records and contributing to timely reports Liaise with Children s Services, Sussex Police and other agencies to disrupt abuse and support prosecutions Deliver training and awarenessraising workshops to professionals and foster carers Contribute to strategic development and deputising at relevant meetings This is a challenging role where children and young people do not always identify the level of risk they are exposed to or the abusive nature of the relationships they are in. The support of victims can be distressing and emotionally demanding for the workers, consequently 1-to-1 clinical supervision, weekly team meetings and regular line management supervision of cases and wellbeing. If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but don t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your skills and experiences may be more transferable than you think, and you could be exactly the person we re looking for. Qualifications, experience and knowledge: Qualification in Youth Work/Social Work or equivalent, or comparable experience working with vulnerable young people Proven experience in safeguarding young children Experience providing casework support young people aged 10 to 25 years old Group work experience with young people Safeguarding children and young people at risk of serious harm Delivering and risk assessing outreach work with young people Knowledge of risks posed to vulnerable young people through sexual exploitation and harmful sexual behaviour If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this secondment opportunity, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at . CLOSING DATE: Sunday 15 February 2026 at midnight. Please note that we are unable to offer a work permit or visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children s and Adults Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
37 hours per week / £32,565 per annum / fixed-term until 31 March 2027 / working Monday - Thursday 9.00-1700, Friday 9.00-16.30. At YMCA DownsLink Group, our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health. Our Values - we do what s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other. YMCA What is Sexual Exploitation (WiSE) works to prevent and disrupt the sexual exploitation of children and young people aged 5-25 across East Sussex, Brighton and Hove, and Surrey. We are a specialist team of passionate, dedicated professionals who support each other to work in this challenging area. We deliver trauma informed, consent-based work with young people, schools, statutory services and Sussex Police. The WiSE SOLAH ("safer online at home") project focuses on one-to-one interventions as well as group work, training for professionals and creation of resources to challenge the risk presented from the online space. We have an exciting opportunity to join the WiSE team as a Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) Practitioner - SOLAH. We are looking for someone who is passionate about safeguarding children and young people, working creatively around promoting healthy relationships, online safety whilst creating safe spaces for children and young people to be heard. You will provide early intervention support to children and young people 5-25 years who have been identified as being at risk of sexual or criminal exploitation. Working primarily across Rye, Eastbourne, Robertsbridge and Hastings , you will support children and young people to stay safe online and within their communities by providing consultation, guidance and professional support to those working directly with individuals at risk of exploitation. As the role involves travel across East Sussex, you will ideally need access to a car and the ability to drive. Your work will include exploring key topics with young people such as risk, healthy and unhealthy relationships, sex and consent, negotiation and assertiveness, protective behaviours, personal boundaries, harmful sexual behaviours, gender identities, and concepts of masculinity. Key responsibilities are: Manage a caseload of vulnerable young people and supporting them to stay safe and leave the influence of perpetrators Work with other professionals to deliver tailored care packages and provide consultation Maintain accurate case records and contributing to timely reports Liaise with Children s Services, Sussex Police and other agencies to disrupt abuse and support prosecutions Deliver training and awarenessraising workshops to professionals and foster carers Contribute to strategic development and deputising at relevant meetings This is a challenging role where children and young people do not always identify the level of risk they are exposed to or the abusive nature of the relationships they are in. The support of victims can be distressing and emotionally demanding for the workers, consequently 1-to-1 clinical supervision, weekly team meetings and regular line management supervision of cases and wellbeing. If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but don t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your skills and experiences may be more transferable than you think, and you could be exactly the person we re looking for. Qualifications, experience and knowledge: Qualification in Youth Work/Social Work or equivalent, or comparable experience working with vulnerable young people Proven experience in safeguarding young children Experience providing casework support young people aged 10 to 25 years old Group work experience with young people Safeguarding children and young people at risk of serious harm Delivering and risk assessing outreach work with young people Knowledge of risks posed to vulnerable young people through sexual exploitation and harmful sexual behaviour If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this secondment opportunity, please contact . Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at . CLOSING DATE: Sunday 15 February 2026 at midnight. Please note that we are unable to offer a work permit or visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently. An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us. YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children s and Adults Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.
Development Lead - Adult Social Care Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £46,412 - £51,357 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Shute End, Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Yes Closing Date: 01/03/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 713343 We have a fantastic opportunity for a Development Lead to join our Adult Social Care Team at Wokingham Borough Council on a full time, permanent basis. In this role, you will lead the development and improvement of our Adult Social Care case management system, Mosaic, ensuring it is used effectively and supports staff and residents in the best possible way. Working closely with the Adult Social Care Development and Insight Manager, you will enhance Mosaic's functionality, improve user experience, and strengthen the quality of management information required for statutory reporting and informed decision making. You will also play a key role in identifying opportunities to improve systems and business processes across Adult Social Care-defining requirements, proposing practical solutions, and helping shape how the service uses its digital tools to deliver better outcomes. Wokingham Borough Council is proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, committed to helping people live in a place they call home, with the people and things they love, doing what matters to them. This is a fantastic chance to join an award winning local authority and contribute to a service recently recognised as one of the highest performing in the country following our CQC inspection. Staff Benefits Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 31 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And more! Key responsibilities: To ensure that Mosaic business processes align with Adult Social Care service requirements and deliver information for officer and management decision making, taking responsibility for identifying and driving improvements with systems and business processes. To support the Development and Insight Manager in leading Mosaic projects with the aim of maximising the use of available technology within all social work processes. Lead on the system change request process for Mosaic (Adult Social Care), manage any required meetings and discussions in relation to system changes, advise all stakeholders on system functionality with regards to operational requirements. Actively monitor changes to legislation and statutory reporting requirements and lead on any required system development and business process changes. To produce Project Plans including key milestones, key outputs, resource requirements documented, testing and training plans developed, detailed outcomes and evaluation and monitoring criteria considered. Candidate requirements: Experience of Mosaic or other similar case management systems Experience with Business Analysis and Project Management Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to think 'outside of the box' for process improvements Our area: Wokingham Borough sits in the heart of Berkshire and is well connected to Reading and central London. It includes a historic market town, welcoming villages and miles of beautiful green spaces. We have excellent schools, a strong local economy and a safe, thriving community. We're growing as a borough and have committed to becoming a Marmot borough, making fairness, prevention and early support central to everything we do. It's a place with real opportunities to make a positive impact. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Nick Hammond (Service Manager; Development and Insight) via email Closing date: 1st March 2026, 11pm Interviews: TBC If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Development Lead - Adult Social Care Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £46,412 - £51,357 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Shute End, Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Yes Closing Date: 01/03/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 713343 We have a fantastic opportunity for a Development Lead to join our Adult Social Care Team at Wokingham Borough Council on a full time, permanent basis. In this role, you will lead the development and improvement of our Adult Social Care case management system, Mosaic, ensuring it is used effectively and supports staff and residents in the best possible way. Working closely with the Adult Social Care Development and Insight Manager, you will enhance Mosaic's functionality, improve user experience, and strengthen the quality of management information required for statutory reporting and informed decision making. You will also play a key role in identifying opportunities to improve systems and business processes across Adult Social Care-defining requirements, proposing practical solutions, and helping shape how the service uses its digital tools to deliver better outcomes. Wokingham Borough Council is proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement, committed to helping people live in a place they call home, with the people and things they love, doing what matters to them. This is a fantastic chance to join an award winning local authority and contribute to a service recently recognised as one of the highest performing in the country following our CQC inspection. Staff Benefits Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 31 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And more! Key responsibilities: To ensure that Mosaic business processes align with Adult Social Care service requirements and deliver information for officer and management decision making, taking responsibility for identifying and driving improvements with systems and business processes. To support the Development and Insight Manager in leading Mosaic projects with the aim of maximising the use of available technology within all social work processes. Lead on the system change request process for Mosaic (Adult Social Care), manage any required meetings and discussions in relation to system changes, advise all stakeholders on system functionality with regards to operational requirements. Actively monitor changes to legislation and statutory reporting requirements and lead on any required system development and business process changes. To produce Project Plans including key milestones, key outputs, resource requirements documented, testing and training plans developed, detailed outcomes and evaluation and monitoring criteria considered. Candidate requirements: Experience of Mosaic or other similar case management systems Experience with Business Analysis and Project Management Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to think 'outside of the box' for process improvements Our area: Wokingham Borough sits in the heart of Berkshire and is well connected to Reading and central London. It includes a historic market town, welcoming villages and miles of beautiful green spaces. We have excellent schools, a strong local economy and a safe, thriving community. We're growing as a borough and have committed to becoming a Marmot borough, making fairness, prevention and early support central to everything we do. It's a place with real opportunities to make a positive impact. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Nick Hammond (Service Manager; Development and Insight) via email Closing date: 1st March 2026, 11pm Interviews: TBC If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
Location: Victoria Gate, Woking, Surrey, GU21 6JD Description This role has a starting salary of £36,873 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. This is a fixed-term contract or secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027, with the possibility of extension. We have an exciting new opportunity for a Be Your Best Schools Programme Lead. 'Be Your Best' is a fully funded, tier 2 commissioned healthy lifestyle programme for families with children aged 5-17 years, who are above a healthy weight range. We have been delivering the targeted programme since 2020; more information can be found on the Be Your Best website. You will be working collaboratively with colleagues from Active Surrey, Surrey County Council and other professionals working with children across the county. The contractual location for this role is Victoria Gate in central Woking however we support hybrid working. Attendance in the office will be required at least once a week in addition to frequent travel to primary schools across Surrey to deliver the Be Your Best Schools Programme. We support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service, pro rata for part time staff Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About Active Surrey We are Active Surrey, one of 43 national Active Partnerships funded by Sport England to tackle inactivity driven by inequalities. We believe in the power of physical activity and the benefits it can offer as a mood booster, confidence lifter, social enhancer and a life extender. Less than half Surrey's children and young people are doing enough physical activity every week, which falls to only 4 out of 10 children amongst lower-income families. That's why we need YOU to join our 'Movement for Change' and help us challenge and change the status quo to get more people moving, and help us create a fairer, better and healthier future for everyone. Childhood obesity is a growing concern in Surrey, with more than one in four children leaving primary school above a healthy weight. NCMP data shows a 10percentage-point increase between Reception and Year6, highlighting the need for a prevention-led approach. About the Role The Be Your Best Healthy Lifestyle programme now includes a fully funded, in-school healthy lifestyle initiative designed to support children's physical and emotional wellbeing through engaging, interactive sessions. This new programme takes a whole-class approach. This role will report to the Active Surrey Health Manager. The purpose of this new role is to project manage and deliver the new Be Your Best Schools programme to meet the agreed key performance indicators as part of the Child & Family Healthy Weight Programme commission from Surrey Public Health. Key Responsibilities Promote the programme to prioritised schools across Surrey in order to meet targets Project manage all aspects of the Be Your Best Schools programme to meet defined targets Deliver the Be Your Best Schools workshops in primary schools across Surrey Be responsible for continuous improvement of the programme content based on feedback to optimise programme outcomes (with support from a Dietician) Lead the monitoring and evaluation of the programme. Report summaries of these outcomes to internal and external stakeholders Brief and support other staff who may also deliver the programme when extra capacity is required Support wider Be Your Best and Active Surrey projects and programmes as demand requires You'll love this job if: You are passionate about supporting children's physical and emotional wellbeing You enjoy delivering engaging and interactive workshops to large groups of children in a school environment You are at ease networking with Head Teachers, Home School Link Workers, PSHE leads and other professionals working in educational settings to promote the programme You enjoy analysing data to demonstrate the programme/project impact You work well independently and also collaboratively as part of a wider team. Your Application To be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A good knowledge of current health and wellbeing messages relating to nutrition and physical activity for primary school age children Experience of delivering engaging and inclusive group workshops to primary school aged children, ideally in a school environment Proven track record of building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage complex projects Excellent IT skills and competency in Microsoft Office Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work independently to analyse data and complete reports to demonstrate impact. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Be Your Best Schools Programme Lead and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability? Please share an example of when you have had to generate interest in a programme or area of work, ideally with primary schools. Please share how you went about this and the outcome. Please share your experience of working with data, giving a specific example where data has helped you with a project or programme. We work in an environment where we are encouraged to try new things and be curious to help us meet our goals. Please provide examples of where you have developed an idea that has helped you achieve an outcome or a goal. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and as this is a Surrey-wide programme you will need to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition, to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15/02/2026 with interviews planned to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Part time applicants would be considered for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Feb 02, 2026
Full time
Location: Victoria Gate, Woking, Surrey, GU21 6JD Description This role has a starting salary of £36,873 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. This is a fixed-term contract or secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027, with the possibility of extension. We have an exciting new opportunity for a Be Your Best Schools Programme Lead. 'Be Your Best' is a fully funded, tier 2 commissioned healthy lifestyle programme for families with children aged 5-17 years, who are above a healthy weight range. We have been delivering the targeted programme since 2020; more information can be found on the Be Your Best website. You will be working collaboratively with colleagues from Active Surrey, Surrey County Council and other professionals working with children across the county. The contractual location for this role is Victoria Gate in central Woking however we support hybrid working. Attendance in the office will be required at least once a week in addition to frequent travel to primary schools across Surrey to deliver the Be Your Best Schools Programme. We support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service, pro rata for part time staff Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About Active Surrey We are Active Surrey, one of 43 national Active Partnerships funded by Sport England to tackle inactivity driven by inequalities. We believe in the power of physical activity and the benefits it can offer as a mood booster, confidence lifter, social enhancer and a life extender. Less than half Surrey's children and young people are doing enough physical activity every week, which falls to only 4 out of 10 children amongst lower-income families. That's why we need YOU to join our 'Movement for Change' and help us challenge and change the status quo to get more people moving, and help us create a fairer, better and healthier future for everyone. Childhood obesity is a growing concern in Surrey, with more than one in four children leaving primary school above a healthy weight. NCMP data shows a 10percentage-point increase between Reception and Year6, highlighting the need for a prevention-led approach. About the Role The Be Your Best Healthy Lifestyle programme now includes a fully funded, in-school healthy lifestyle initiative designed to support children's physical and emotional wellbeing through engaging, interactive sessions. This new programme takes a whole-class approach. This role will report to the Active Surrey Health Manager. The purpose of this new role is to project manage and deliver the new Be Your Best Schools programme to meet the agreed key performance indicators as part of the Child & Family Healthy Weight Programme commission from Surrey Public Health. Key Responsibilities Promote the programme to prioritised schools across Surrey in order to meet targets Project manage all aspects of the Be Your Best Schools programme to meet defined targets Deliver the Be Your Best Schools workshops in primary schools across Surrey Be responsible for continuous improvement of the programme content based on feedback to optimise programme outcomes (with support from a Dietician) Lead the monitoring and evaluation of the programme. Report summaries of these outcomes to internal and external stakeholders Brief and support other staff who may also deliver the programme when extra capacity is required Support wider Be Your Best and Active Surrey projects and programmes as demand requires You'll love this job if: You are passionate about supporting children's physical and emotional wellbeing You enjoy delivering engaging and interactive workshops to large groups of children in a school environment You are at ease networking with Head Teachers, Home School Link Workers, PSHE leads and other professionals working in educational settings to promote the programme You enjoy analysing data to demonstrate the programme/project impact You work well independently and also collaboratively as part of a wider team. Your Application To be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A good knowledge of current health and wellbeing messages relating to nutrition and physical activity for primary school age children Experience of delivering engaging and inclusive group workshops to primary school aged children, ideally in a school environment Proven track record of building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage complex projects Excellent IT skills and competency in Microsoft Office Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work independently to analyse data and complete reports to demonstrate impact. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Be Your Best Schools Programme Lead and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability? Please share an example of when you have had to generate interest in a programme or area of work, ideally with primary schools. Please share how you went about this and the outcome. Please share your experience of working with data, giving a specific example where data has helped you with a project or programme. We work in an environment where we are encouraged to try new things and be curious to help us meet our goals. Please provide examples of where you have developed an idea that has helped you achieve an outcome or a goal. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and as this is a Surrey-wide programme you will need to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition, to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15/02/2026 with interviews planned to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Part time applicants would be considered for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
This role has a starting salary of 36,873 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. This is a fixed-term contract or secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027, with the possibility of extension. We have an exciting new opportunity for a Be Your Best Schools Programme Lead. 'Be Your Best' is a fully funded, tier 2 commissioned healthy lifestyle programme for families with children aged 5-17 years, who are above a healthy weight range. We have been delivering the targeted programme since 2020; more information can be found on the Be Your Best website. You will be working collaboratively with colleagues from Active Surrey, Surrey County Council and other professionals working with children across the county. The contractual location for this role is Victoria Gate in central Woking however we support hybrid working. Attendance in the office will be required at least once a week in addition to frequent travel to primary schools across Surrey to deliver the Be Your Best Schools Programme. We support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service, pro rata for part time staff Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About Active Surrey We are Active Surrey, one of 43 national Active Partnerships funded by Sport England to tackle inactivity driven by inequalities. We believe in the power of physical activity and the benefits it can offer as a mood booster, confidence lifter, social enhancer and a life extender. Less than half Surrey's children and young people are doing enough physical activity every week, which falls to only 4 out of 10 children amongst lower-income families. That's why we need YOU to join our 'Movement for Change' and help us challenge and change the status quo to get more people moving, and help us create a fairer, better and healthier future for everyone. Childhood obesity is a growing concern in Surrey, with more than one in four children leaving primary school above a healthy weight. NCMP data shows a 10 percentage-point increase between Reception and Year 6, highlighting the need for a prevention-led approach. About the Role The Be Your Best Healthy Lifestyle programme now includes a fully funded, in-school healthy lifestyle initiative designed to support children's physical and emotional wellbeing through engaging, interactive sessions. This new programme takes a whole-class approach. This role will report to the Active Surrey Health Manager. The purpose of this new role is to project manage and deliver the new Be Your Best Schools programme to meet the agreed key performance indicators as part of the Child & Family Healthy Weight Programme commission from Surrey Public Health. Key Responsibilities Promote the programme to prioritised schools across Surrey in order to meet targets Project manage all aspects of the Be Your Best Schools programme to meet defined targets Deliver the Be Your Best Schools workshops in primary schools across Surrey Be responsible for continuous improvement of the programme content based on feedback to optimise programme outcomes (with support from a Dietician) Lead the monitoring and evaluation of the programme. Report summaries of these outcomes to internal and external stakeholders Brief and support other staff who may also deliver the programme when extra capacity is required Support wider Be Your Best and Active Surrey projects and programmes as demand requires You'll love this job if: You are passionate about supporting children's physical and emotional wellbeing You enjoy delivering engaging and interactive workshops to large groups of children in a school environment You are at ease networking with Head Teachers, Home School Link Workers, PSHE leads and other professionals working in educational settings to promote the programme You enjoy analysing data to demonstrate the programme/project impact You work well independently and also collaboratively as part of a wider team. Your Application To be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A good knowledge of current health and wellbeing messages relating to nutrition and physical activity for primary school age children Experience of delivering engaging and inclusive group workshops to primary school aged children, ideally in a school environment Proven track record of building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage complex projects Excellent IT skills and competency in Microsoft Office Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work independently to analyse data and complete reports to demonstrate impact. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Be Your Best Schools Programme Lead and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability? Please share an example of when you have had to generate interest in a programme or area of work, ideally with primary schools. Please share how you went about this and the outcome. Please share your experience of working with data, giving a specific example where data has helped you with a project or programme. We work in an environment where we are encouraged to try new things and be curious to help us meet our goals. Please provide examples of where you have developed an idea that has helped you achieve an outcome or a goal. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and as this is a Surrey-wide programme you will need to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition, to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15/02/2026 with interviews planned to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Part time applicants would be considered for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jan 30, 2026
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This role has a starting salary of 36,873 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. This is a fixed-term contract or secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027, with the possibility of extension. We have an exciting new opportunity for a Be Your Best Schools Programme Lead. 'Be Your Best' is a fully funded, tier 2 commissioned healthy lifestyle programme for families with children aged 5-17 years, who are above a healthy weight range. We have been delivering the targeted programme since 2020; more information can be found on the Be Your Best website. You will be working collaboratively with colleagues from Active Surrey, Surrey County Council and other professionals working with children across the county. The contractual location for this role is Victoria Gate in central Woking however we support hybrid working. Attendance in the office will be required at least once a week in addition to frequent travel to primary schools across Surrey to deliver the Be Your Best Schools Programme. We support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service, pro rata for part time staff Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About Active Surrey We are Active Surrey, one of 43 national Active Partnerships funded by Sport England to tackle inactivity driven by inequalities. We believe in the power of physical activity and the benefits it can offer as a mood booster, confidence lifter, social enhancer and a life extender. Less than half Surrey's children and young people are doing enough physical activity every week, which falls to only 4 out of 10 children amongst lower-income families. That's why we need YOU to join our 'Movement for Change' and help us challenge and change the status quo to get more people moving, and help us create a fairer, better and healthier future for everyone. Childhood obesity is a growing concern in Surrey, with more than one in four children leaving primary school above a healthy weight. NCMP data shows a 10 percentage-point increase between Reception and Year 6, highlighting the need for a prevention-led approach. About the Role The Be Your Best Healthy Lifestyle programme now includes a fully funded, in-school healthy lifestyle initiative designed to support children's physical and emotional wellbeing through engaging, interactive sessions. This new programme takes a whole-class approach. This role will report to the Active Surrey Health Manager. The purpose of this new role is to project manage and deliver the new Be Your Best Schools programme to meet the agreed key performance indicators as part of the Child & Family Healthy Weight Programme commission from Surrey Public Health. Key Responsibilities Promote the programme to prioritised schools across Surrey in order to meet targets Project manage all aspects of the Be Your Best Schools programme to meet defined targets Deliver the Be Your Best Schools workshops in primary schools across Surrey Be responsible for continuous improvement of the programme content based on feedback to optimise programme outcomes (with support from a Dietician) Lead the monitoring and evaluation of the programme. Report summaries of these outcomes to internal and external stakeholders Brief and support other staff who may also deliver the programme when extra capacity is required Support wider Be Your Best and Active Surrey projects and programmes as demand requires You'll love this job if: You are passionate about supporting children's physical and emotional wellbeing You enjoy delivering engaging and interactive workshops to large groups of children in a school environment You are at ease networking with Head Teachers, Home School Link Workers, PSHE leads and other professionals working in educational settings to promote the programme You enjoy analysing data to demonstrate the programme/project impact You work well independently and also collaboratively as part of a wider team. Your Application To be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A good knowledge of current health and wellbeing messages relating to nutrition and physical activity for primary school age children Experience of delivering engaging and inclusive group workshops to primary school aged children, ideally in a school environment Proven track record of building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage complex projects Excellent IT skills and competency in Microsoft Office Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work independently to analyse data and complete reports to demonstrate impact. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Be Your Best Schools Programme Lead and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability? Please share an example of when you have had to generate interest in a programme or area of work, ideally with primary schools. Please share how you went about this and the outcome. Please share your experience of working with data, giving a specific example where data has helped you with a project or programme. We work in an environment where we are encouraged to try new things and be curious to help us meet our goals. Please provide examples of where you have developed an idea that has helped you achieve an outcome or a goal. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and as this is a Surrey-wide programme you will need to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition, to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15/02/2026 with interviews planned to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Part time applicants would be considered for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
