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Issue Dated: 6 November 2020
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Administration/Clerical/Customer Service
Business Services Assistant JOB/20/02835 Grade 4 £18,561.00 per annum ● 37 hours per week ● County Hall, Matlock Full Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
Live Life Better Derbyshire supports people to identify their holistic health and wellbeing needs, and provides weight management, smoking cessation and physical activity services across Derbyshire.
The post holder will contribute to the delivery of the Live Life Better Derbyshire service by assisting with the various referral processing pathways within the central hub team. A wide variety of duties will be undertaken including answering incoming queries, dealing with potential and current clients and carrying out a range of ad hoc administration tasks.
In addition, the Business Services Assistant will also support Live Life Better Derbyshire in the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapies to Smoking Cessation clients, as well as supporting the weight management and physical activity services with a variety of administration tasks.
The post will be based within the Live Life Better Derbyshire Hub Team. Working within a very busy office, the successful candidate will require a good level of IT literacy including proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook along with the ability to adapt to bespoke databases. The ability to use Microsoft Office 365 and its associated applications would be an advantage. It is also essential that the successful candidate has excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with a wide range of individuals whilst maintaining a professional attitude.
Due to the nature of the service the successful candidate must demonstrate the ability and commitment to undertaking a comprehensive range of duties as well as demonstrating flexibility in order to meet the demands of the service.
For a confidential and informal conversation about the position please contact: Jenny Earnshaw (Service Development Officer) on 07966 153478 or email [email protected]
Provisional Interview Date: 1 December 2020
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care/Social Work
Please note that if you already work in another health and social care setting (e.g. another care home, home care provider or hospital ward) and intend to remain in that job, we will be unable to offer you a post with us at the moment. This is due to Public Health England guidance that advises care staff should not move between facilities due to the risk of transferring coronavirus.
Family Support Worker (0 to 5 team) JOB/20/02778 Grade 8 £11,625 £12,564 per annum ● 18 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Eckington Children Centre, Eckington Part Time ● Permanent ● Childrens Services
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic worker who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people. Persuading, empowering and motivating families to engage and overcome barriers to change. To ensure that vulnerable children and their families are identified and supported so that they can aim to achieve stability, safety and permanence to enable them to thrive within their community and achieve their full potential. The work will include case management and direct work with children and their families, including evidence based group programmes to parents, providing timely support and interventions to address safeguarding concerns and reduce risks to children and young people.
The successful candidate will be leading on the Team around the Family and Child in Need plans.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02787 Grade 5 £13,048.68 - £13,309.20 per annum ● 25 hours and 30 minutes per week ● East Clune Home for Older People, Bolsover Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We’re recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you’ll be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing and dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you.
You don’t need previous experience as we’ll give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There’ll also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff.
Working hours are based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (prorata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Senior Care Worker JOB/20/02800 Grade 7 £7,849.92 - £8,561.28 per annum ● 14 hours per week ● East Clune Home for Older People, Bolsover Part Time ● Fixed Term - Covering for maternity leave ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are looking to appoint a fixed term Senior Care Worker to join our Team to help our residents lead dignified lives. The successful applicants will work alongside care staff and provide leadership and mentoring support to them whilst delivering all aspects of personal care. You will be responsible for allocating day to day tasks within the care team, administering medication and personal service planning with an emphasis on person centred care, under the direction of the Unit and Deputy Unit Managers. You will be required to promote good practice and deliver high quality care and support to residents with a range of care and support needs.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral are required to promote teamwork and deliver quality handovers for each shift. You will be the senior person on duty for intervals during the working day and will be required to offer support and guidance appropriate to the grade. Full training will be provided appropriate to the level of the post.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Senior Care Worker JOB/20/02813 Grade 7 £14,577.48 - £15,898.56 per annum ● 26 hours per week ● Goyt Valley House, Home for Older People, New Mills Part Time ● Fixed Term - Covering for secondment 12 months ● Adult Social Care and Health
The successful applicants will work alongside care staff and provide leadership and mentoring support to them whilst delivering all aspects of personal care. You will be responsible for allocating day to day tasks within the care team, administering medication and personal service planning with an emphasis on person centred care, under the direction of the Unit and Deputy Unit Managers. You will be required to promote good practice and deliver high quality care and support to residents with a range of care and support needs.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral are required to promote teamwork and deliver quality handovers for each shift. You will be the senior person on duty for intervals during the working day and will be required to offer support and guidance appropriate to the grade. Full training will be provided appropriate to the level of the post. We are looking to recruit an individual to work two shifts covering a mixture of early, and late shifts.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Social Worker JOB/20/02825 Grade 9-11, £25,753 - £36,155 per annum ● Various hours available ● Various Locations across Derbyshire Part Time and Full Time hours available ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
Derbyshire County Council Adult Social Care and Health has a number of qualified social work positions available throughout the county, both full time and part time hours on permanent and temporary contracts. Positions are available in a variety of settings, including as part of our new short term service offer and within acute hospital as well as working in the community. Applications are welcomed from those who have experience in working in adult social work, those who have social work experience in another area of practice, from newly qualified social workers and from those looking to return to the profession.
Successful candidates in any of our available roles will take a strengths based approach to assessing care and support needs under the Care Act 2014, provide information and advice, undertake person centred support planning and provide professional social work support. They will work in partnership with colleagues from other agencies, including close working with the NHS, and will be integral to the investigation of safeguarding concerns. We welcome and encourage applicants from a black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) background as well as newly qualified social workers.
Closing Date 15 November 2020
Social Worker JOB/20/02828 Grade 9 - 11, £12,876.48 - £18,077.52 per annum ● 18 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Shirevale Resource Centre, Mansfield Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
Due to the retirement of the current post holder, there is opportunity for a qualified and registered professional to join Bolsover South Adult Care Prevention and Personalisation team as a permanent part time social worker. The base for this post is Shirevale Resource Centre in Shirebrook, though currently we are working from home. We cover the area of Bolsover from Shirebrook down through Tibshelf, Blackwell and South Normanton to Pinxton, and you will need the ability to travel within and at times beyond this area.
Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation is essential, as is an understanding of social work theory and a commitment to social work values. The team works with all adults who are vulnerable and require long term support or advice to gain or maintain independence and meet care and support needs, focusing on their outcomes and wellbeing. We undertake person centred strength based assessment, review and support plans, which include informal support networks, formal services, and provision of equipment to promote independence, working alongside health colleagues and other professionals and services. We are responsible for undertaking or arranging safeguarding enquiries, supporting assessment for Continuing Health Care funding, and providing ongoing professional support.
The successful applicant will join a friendly and supportive team. You will be provided with regular reflective supervision, peer support meetings, opportunity for professional development through training and workshops, and be encouraged to develop your own area of interest and expertise.
Provisional Interview Date: 10 December 2020
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02845 Grade 5 £17,142 - £17,484.24 per annum ● 33 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People, Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you.
You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff.
Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02847 Grade 5 £11,513.16 - £11,743.08 per annum ● 22 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People, Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you. You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff. Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02849 Grade 5 £7,675.44 - £7,828.68 per annum ● 15 hours per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People,Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you. You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff. Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02851 Grade 5 £16,119.60 - £16,441.44 per annum ● 31 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People, Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising. Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you.
You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff. Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02852 Grade 5 £11,001.96 - £11,221.68 per annum ● 21 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People, Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you. You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff.
Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02853 Grade 5 £7,675.44 - £7,828.68 per annum ● 15 hours per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People, Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you. You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff.
Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02854 Grade 5 £7,675.44 - £7,828.68 per annum ● 15 hours per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People, Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you. You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff.
Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02855 Grade 5 £11,513.16 - £11,743.08 per annum ● 22 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People, Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you. You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff.
Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker (3 Posts) JOB/20/02857 Grade 5 £9.81 - £10.01 per hour ● As and when required ● Holmlea Home for Older People Tibshelf No Guaranteed Hours ● Relief ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you. You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff.
Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Care Worker JOB/20/02858 Grade 5 £11,513 - £11,743.08 per annum ● 22 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Holmlea Home for Older People, Tibshelf Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are recruiting Care Workers to help our residents lead dignified lives. Working as part of a valued care team you will be ensuring our residents stay happy, healthy and well by helping them with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals, taking medication and socialising.
Understanding the needs of older people, including those with dementia, is an important part of the work. If you think you can make a positive difference to an older or disabled person’s life and would like a rewarding job with room for progression, we want to hear from you. You don’t need previous experience as we will give you all the training and support that you will need to do the job. There will also be ongoing support and mentoring from experienced staff.
Working hours are flexible based on a three-shift pattern and we offer good rates of pay and a good pension, free uniform, high quality training and many other benefits including a minimum of five weeks holiday and eight Bank Holidays a year (pro rata), and extra pay for unsocial hours.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Caretaking/Cleaning/Security
Domestic JOB/20/02704 Grade 3 £14,262.84 per annum ● 29 hours per week ● Briar Close House Home for Older People, Borrowash Part Time ● Permanent ● Adult Social Care and Health
Responsible for contributing to the provision of a comfortable, safe and hygienic environment for residents and staff. Knowledge of health and safety is required. Must hold or be willing to gain NVQ I Cleaning. Please note that if you already work in another health and social care setting (e.g. another care home, home care provider or hospital ward) and intend to remain in that job, we will be unable to offer you a post with us at the moment. This is due to Public Health England guidance that advises care staff should not move between facilities due to the risk of transferring coronavirus.
Provisional Interview Date: 9 December 2020
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Catering
Catering Supervisor JOB/20/02281 Grade 5 £13,144.92 - £13,407.36 per annum ● 30 hours per week ● Ripley St John's CE VC Primary School Part Time ● Permanent ● Childrens Services
Working as part of the catering team, the post-holder will have the responsibility for managing all aspects in our busy kitchens. This will include general kitchen duties, food preparation, clerical duties completed on an electronic system and service of meals for approximately 160 pupils per day. Good customer service and communication is also essential.
This post includes furniture duties. You will need to demonstrate all-round catering experience. Working to pre- planned menus, it is essential that potential candidates possess an awareness of portion control ,costings, good customer service and have the passion and enthusiasm for cooking and marketing the school meals service.
To apply you will be ideally qualified to City & Guilds 706/1 level/NVQ Level II or have relevant experience, with a sound knowledge of Health & Safety and possess a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
Closing Date 15 November 2020
Childrens Social Care/Social Work
Community Care Worker (3 Posts) JOB/20/02769 Grade 8 £23,250 - £ £25,128 per annum, pro rata ● 37 hours and 18 hours and 30 minutes per week ● Various locations Various hours available ● Permanent ● Childrens Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit to Community Care Worker positions across two localities within Derbyshire. The role involves a range of tasks linked to social work practice in the Locality and would include parenting assessments, supporting family time, direct work with children and supporting plans for children and families. Each area benefits from an experienced management team, a dynamic group of practice supervisors and dedicated and skilled social work staff.
We are looking for motivated and dedicated applicants who are able to demonstrate a passion for working with vulnerable individuals within society and making a difference to children and families. You will have knowledge of Child Protection, child development and parenting abilities and possess communication and assessment skills and an ability to work with other agencies.
You will have knowledge of Child Protection, child development and parenting abilities and possess communication and assessment skills and an ability to work with other agencies. Please refer to job description and specification, this post requires applicants to hold NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care (Children).
Post 1 – Erewash - 37 hours per week, £23,250 - £25,128 per annum
Post 2 – Erewash - 37 hours per week, £23,250 - £ £25,128 per annum
Post 3 – Chesterfield – 18 hours and 30 minutes per week, £11,625.00 - £12,564 per annum
Provisional Interview Date: 30 November 2020
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Practice Supervisor JOB/20/02730 Grade 12 £37,263 - £40,589 per annum ● 37 hours per week ● Shand House, Darley Dale Full Time ● Permanent ● Childrens Services
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a position of Practice Supervisor in Starting Point - which is Derbyshire’s front door service. This service considers requests for services for children and their families across Derbyshire with reference to the threshold document to consider the threshold for intervention. Critical to the role is the development of positive working relationships with partner agencies and the localities across Derbyshire to ensure effective working together.
This post does not currently have direct face to face contact with service users or the members of the public however work is being undertaken in terms of continuing professional development in this area in order to meet Social Work England standards. The pace of the work is fast at the front door, Practice Supervisors need to have confidence in decision making and an ability to work within a team. Practice Supervisors support the Management team in implementing practices within the service, support development of the team, undertake reflective supervision sessions and manage divisions of the work undertaken within Starting Point.
We work hard to ensure that our Practice Supervisors and Social Workers have the time and resources to be the best they can be and deliver good outcomes for children and families. Our vision means working creatively to inspire and empower children, young people and their families to make sustainable change in their homes. We believe that hard work and commitment to your role should be rewarded, so we offer a package to our practice Supervisors and Social Workers that will ensure you always feel supported and valued:
A manageable case load Accelerated pay progression opportunities Access to an excellent range of training and development opportunities, worth over £5000 Systemic training equivalent to Post Graduate Certificate Excellent supervision and a supportive peer network Effective leadership and management Fantastic opportunities for career progression and further formal qualifications Diverse range of cases providing an exciting, challenging and rewarding career High morale within the teams DBS fee covered and Social Work England registration fee reimbursed
Derbyshire is a fantastic place to live and work, with the miles of peaceful countryside and quaint villages making the county extremely appealing. In addition to location, there are a number of perks to being a Derbyshire County Council employee:
Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave and flexi time scheme Travel expenses Discount on leisure centre memberships Free car parking at most sites Free eye tests for employees who regularly use a computer An in-house counselling service Occupational Health service Access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist Cycle to work scheme Easy access to a number of large cities, with excellent travel links Close proximity to Peak District National Park
If you are Social Work qualified and have Social Work England registration, we would love to hear from you. Apply today, or for more information, email [email protected]
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Public Health
Advanced Public Health Practitioner (Infecton Control) JOB/20/02755 Grade 13 £41,782 - £45,362 per annum ● 37 hours per week ● County Hall, Matlock Full Time ● Fixed Term - Due to finite funding 18 months from start date ● Adult Social Care and Health
We are wishing to recruit an infection control nurse to support the Public Health Lead in delivering Public Health functions across the health, healthcare, social care and public health systems.
To provide leadership of the specific elements of Public Health/Infection Prevention and Control practice for health protection and the test and trace programme. To support the delivery of the Public Health function of Derbyshire County Council/Derby City, relating to the Covid-19 Test and Trace programme. Ensure a high quality, equitable, responsive and efficient delivery to support the test and trace programme. To be able to function effectively across organisational boundaries, which may include businesses, community and voluntary sector provision and others as identified. Develop and maintain key relationships to ensure the Test and Trace programme is effectively managed.
Please Contact: Abid Mumtaz Group manager – Public Health Commissioning/ Head of Test & Trace on 07954090648.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Advanced Public Health Practitioner (Infection Control) JOB/20/02758 Grade 13, £41,782 - £45,362 per annum ● 37 hours per week ● County Hall, Matlock Full Time ● Fixed Term - Due to finite funding for 18 months from start date ● Adult Social Care and Health
Derbyshire County Council are seeking an infection control practitioner to support the Public Health Lead in delivering Public Health functions across the health, healthcare, social care and public health system.
To provide leadership of the specific elements of Public Health/Infection Prevention and Control practice for health protection and the test and trace programme. To support the delivery of the Public Health function of Derbyshire County Council/Derby City, relating to the Covid-19 Test and Trace programme. Ensure a high quality, equitable, responsive and efficient delivery to support the test and trace programme To be able to function effectively across organisational boundaries, which may include businesses, community and voluntary sector provision and others as identified Develop and maintain key relationships to ensure the Test and Trace programme is effectively managed.
Please Contact: Abid Mumtaz Group manager – Public Health Commissioning/ Head of Test & Trace on 07954090648.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Schools and Academies Administration/Clerical/Customer Service
Attendance Officer – Trust (Derbyshire) JOB/20/02912 Band 8, Scale point 36-40 £19,398 - £21,411 per annum ● 37 hours per week, term time plus two weeks ● Based at Tupton Hall School (Redhill Academy Trust) Full Time ● Permanent
The Trust is looking to appoint a motivated and experienced individual to work across the Trust to improve the attendance of students. Required as soon as possible. This role will involve managing a changing caseload working at the Tupton Hall School and visiting families of students.
The Redhill Academy, as an outstanding school in Nottingham, converted to academy status in 2010, forming the Redhill Academy Trust. The Trust now sponsors fifteen schools across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. For further details, or a full job description and application form please visit our website www.redhillacademytrust.org.uk or email [email protected]
Please do not apply via The Derbyshire County Council Website
Closing Date 12 November 2020 Caretaking/Cleaning/Security
Cleaner JOB/20/02903 Grade 3 £6,641.04 per annum ● 15 hours per week, 41 weeks per year ● Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School Part Time ● Permanent
Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is a successful, oversubscribed school with 1914 students on roll including 378 in the Sixth Form. It is situated close to the centres of Sheffield and Chesterfield on the edge of the Peak District National Park.
The Governors are seeking to appoint a cleaner to start as soon as possible to become part of a large busy cleaning team responsible for maintaining a clean, high quality environment for all users of the site. The successful candidates would be an integral part of a strong team. Previous experience of being a cleaner is not essential, although experience of working as part of a team is an advantage.
DHFS is a school that stands out. Our aim is for “Success with Care” and we achieve that as a result of our philosophy of “Commitment Not Compliance”. We are a learning community dedicated to providing an exceptional education for our students as a result of the exceptional skill and dedication of our staff. At DHFS “every person matters”.
Application packs are available from Stephanie Dunne ([email protected] ) at the above address or from the school website.
Please apply directly to the school, for the attention of the Headteacher.
Please do not apply using the Derbyshire County Council website.
Closing Date 15 November 2020
Education - Non Teaching/Support Services
Special Educational Needs Teaching and Learning Assistant JOB/20/02879 Grade 7 £12,482.76 - £13,614.00 per annum ● 26 hours per week, 39 weeks per year ● Denby Free CE (Aided) Primary School Part Time ● Fixed Term - Due to pupil numbers until end March 2021
The Governors at Denby Free Aided Primary School are looking to appoint an experienced, conscientious and motivated Teaching and Learning Assistant to support children in a Y3/Y4 mixed class, including children with SEN.
The successful candidate will be expected to work alongside the class Teacher and support both individual pupils and groups of pupils to enable them all to access learning in the classroom and to assist in the delivery of interventions. Candidate should have experience of working within KS2 as well as demonstrating good communication and nurturing skills.
The candidates will be joining a school team with a strong Christian ethos.
Denby Free Aided Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children.
Visits to the school are welcome, please contact the Headteacher, Mrs J Bell on 01332 880416
Closing Date 8 November 2020
Midday Supervisor JOB/20/02901 Grade 3 £2,392.56 per annum ● 5 hours and 50 minutes per week, 38 weeks per year ● Riddings Infant and Nursery School Part Time ● Permanent
Do you enjoy working with children? Are you calm, patient, fair and kind?
If so, you could be who we are looking for! The governing body are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed individual to join our wonderful staff team. We are extremely keen to recruit someone who enjoys working with children and will fully engage with the children, joining in their games and encouraging positive play.
Duties include the supervision of children from reception to Year 2, during eating lunch in the school dining areas while promoting healthy eating and good table manners. Duties also include supervising on the playgrounds, or inside (weather dependent) and interacting with children in play whilst also ensuring the welfare and safety of pupils. Due to COVID restrictions, duties involve only working with one class group throughout the lunch period at this time.
The working pattern will be Monday to Friday for 1 hour and 10 minutes daily, currently 11:30 – 12.40 per day. Successful applicants will be informed about interview arrangements via e-mail. Interviews dates are tbc and induction for the successful candidate will be arranged.
Visits to the school can be arranged by appointment only. Please contact the school office on 01773 602767. If you require any further information, please ask for Mrs. Emily Kelsall (School Business Officer).
Closing Date 15 November 2020
Pastoral Suppport Assistant JOB/20/02884 £17,977.70 - £19,843.98 per annum pro rata ● 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year ● Brookfield Community School (Redhill Academy Trust) Full Time ● Permanent
Starting as soon as possible, we are looking for an outstanding candidate to join our Pastoral Team who has a passion for supporting young people. The successful applicant will be skilled and experienced in working with young people and have excellent interpersonal skills. They will work in close partnership with the Head of Year and liaise with school staff, parents and external agencies. First Aid is part of this role; full training will be given, if required.
The successful candidate will:
Be passionate about supporting young people. Be able to build effective and supportive relationships with students, parents and other agencies in order to secure the best life chances for young people. Be experienced in working with young people in a secondary school or other relevant setting. Be highly organised and be a team player.
We offer:
A shared moral commitment to secure the best outcomes for all students. An opportunity to work with talented and committed staff. Support from a forward thinking and dynamic team of leaders across the school. A wonderfully diverse range of students who are keen to learn and participate in life at the school. A committed Governing Body and supportive parents Brookfield Community School is part of the Redhill Academy Trust. The school is also a member of Redhill Teaching School Alliance and, as such, there are excellent CPD opportunities. Brookfield Community School became a member of The Redhill Academy Trust on 1st March 2019.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mrs Wendy Fox, Operations Manager, on 01246 568115 or [email protected].
An application form can be downloaded from our website or by contacting Gillian Rhodes, PA to the Headteacher on [email protected]
Please ensure your completed application form is returned no later than noon on the Closing Date.
Please do not apply via The Derbyshire County Council Website.
Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 6 November 2020.
Closing Date 6 November 2020
Inclusion Officer JOB/20/02886 Band 9 Actual salary, £22,480.08 - £24,814.01 ● 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year ● Brookfield Community School, Chesterfield Full Time ● Permanent
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional colleague as an Inclusion Officer to support the students and families of our school. Brookfield Community School is an 11-18 mixed comprehensive school striving to become outstanding in the near future. There are approximately 1090 students on roll including 210 in the Sixth Form.
The successful candidate will:
Be passionate about supporting young people to help them remove barriers to learning. Be able to build effective and supportive relationships with students, parents and other agencies in order to secure the best life chances for young people. Be experienced in working with young people in a secondary school or other relevant setting. Be organised, proactive and creative in developing successful intervention strategies for vulnerable students.
We offer:
A shared moral commitment to secure the best outcomes for all students. An opportunity to work with talented and committed staff. Support from a forward thinking and dynamic team of leaders across the school. A wonderfully diverse range of students who are keen to learn and participate in life at the school. A committed Governing Body and supportive parents
Brookfield Community School is part of the Redhill Academy Trust. The school is also a member of Redhill Teaching School Alliance and, as such, there are excellent CPD opportunities. Brookfield Community School became a member of The Redhill Academy Trust on March 2019.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mrs Helen Dafforne, Assistant Headteacher, on [email protected] . An application form can be downloaded from our website or by contacting Gillian Rhodes, PA to the Headteacher on [email protected] Please do not apply using the Derbyshire County Council website.
Brookfield Community School is committed to safeguarding children practices. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful references.
Please ensure your completed application form is completed by 12 noon on the Closing Date.
Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 9 November 2020
Closing Date 6 November 2020
Teaching and Learning Assistant JOB/20/02893 Grade 5 £13,728.60 - £14,002.68 per annum ● 31 hours and 20 minutes per week, 39 weeks per year ● Brackenfield Special School, Long Eaton Part Time ● Fixed Term - Due to pupil numbers until 31 March 2021
Brackenfield School is an area special school for the South of Derbyshire, providing an exciting and relevant education for young people with complex needs including communication and comprehension difficulties. The Head Teacher and Governors wish to appoint a Grade 5 Teaching and Learning Assistant to support teaching and learning within the communicate pathway.
The successful candidates will join an experienced team of teachers and STLAs who support young people aged 4 to 16, ranging in ability from pre formal to formal learners (equivalent range from previous Pscale P3i to end of Y2- KS1 expectations).
All of our young people have complex learning needs. We have a specific focus on pupils with complex communication and comprehension needs and those with significant visual and auditory impairments. Pupils in Brackenfield school are not chronologically age grouped and instead are grouped by their cognitive, social, communication and sensory needs. We are looking for someone to join our highly skilled team, who can build excellent relationships with our children and is committed to high standards in the classroom as part of a highly motivated and hardworking team. You should have knowledge and understanding of specialist education and early childhood development. You will be required to demonstrate good verbal communication skills and an ability to annotate pupils work. Successful applicants will need an understanding of the issues and support strategies relating to children with complex special educational needs.
The successful applicant will promote the school ethos through high levels of expectation, being an adaptable team player, promoting growth mindset through recognition of character education and be able to encourage pupil independence. In specific we are looking for applicants who have experience in working with pupils with sensory needs. However, other relevant experience will also be considered.
Brackenfield School is committed to the safeguarding of all children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Brackenfield SEND School is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, preventing unlawful discrimination in all of its activities and to valuing diversity.
If you would like more information or to visit the school please contact [email protected] or call 0115 9733710.
Provisional Interview Date: 18 November 2020
Closing Date 15 November 2020
Technology Technician JOB/20/02895 Scale 3-5, Actual salary: £15,894 - £16,536 per annum ● 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year ● Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy Full Time ● Permanent
If you are someone who is passionate about their job, enjoys working with young people and is determined to make a real difference to the children, then this could be the role for you.
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, Technology Technician. We are seeking to employ staff who have a thirst to develop young people and build teams committed to academic and pastoral success. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in influencing positive learning outcomes for our students.
This is an exciting time to be joining our new Academy. Our new building houses the English, science and mathematics departments in state of the art facilities. Our Academy is a vibrant and friendly place to teach, with 880 students currently on roll 11-16 yrs. We are pleased to announce that we have recruited to full capacity in Year 7 for September 2019 with regular in-year enquiries to join our academy. We offer excellent CPD opportunities for staff at all levels.
For an informal chat or to arrange a visit please contact Ailsa Pape, Assistant Principal, on 0115 9303724.
If you are interested in applying please download the information and complete the application form which can be found at www.OIEA.co.uk/vacancies Please return your completed application form together with a covering letter saying why you feel you are suitable for the post to [email protected]
Please do not apply using the Derbyshire County Council website.
Please ensure your completed application form is returned no later than 4.00pm on the Closing Date.
Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy is committed to safeguarding all our students. Successful candidates will be required to undergo enhanced DBS checks and reference requests will indicate specific questions relating to their suitability to work with children.
Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 9 November 2020
Closing Date 9 November 2020
Finance
Finance Officer JOB/20/02902 Grade 7 £20,745 - £22,625 per annum ● 37 hours per week ● Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School Full Time ● Permanent
Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is a successful, oversubscribed school with 1,914 students on roll including 378 in the Sixth Form. It is situated close to the centres of Sheffield and Chesterfield on the edge of the Peak District National Park.
The Governors are seeking to appoint a Finance Officer to assist in the operation of the school’s finance accounting system, including processing orders, invoices and payments and nominal journals and providing financial information to the Payroll and Finance Manager in accordance with stated requirements. The successful candidate would be an integral part of a strong department. Previous experience of working in an accounting or finance role is essential, and experience of working in school or education setting would also be an advantage.
(For further information please see overleaf)
DHFS is a school that stands out. Our aim is for “Success with Care” and we achieve that as a result of our philosophy of “Commitment Not Compliance”. We are a learning community dedicated to providing an exceptional education for our students as a result of the exceptional skill and dedication of our staff. At DHFS “every person matters”. Our international work is highly valued and recognised nationally.
Application packs are available from Stephanie Dunne ([email protected] ) at the above address or from the school website.
Please apply directly to the school, for the attention of the Headteacher.
Please do not apply using the Derbyshire County Council website.
Closing Date 15 November 2020
Teaching - Primary
Class Teacher JOB/20/02832 MPS ● 1.00 FTE ● Ridgeway Primary School, Sheffield Full Time ● Fixed Term - Covering for maternity leave
We at Ridgeway Primary School wish to appoint an excellent and inspirational classroom practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated team from January 2021 as maternity cover for our current maternity cover! The post is expected to end in May but might continue until the summer holidays.
Our aims are encapsulated by the motto – Believe, Endeavour, Succeed Together and we continually aim to provide excellent educational experiences for all of our children to enable them to be the BEST they can be.
We can offer:
A good school Well behaved and motivated pupils. A strong, supportive team Caring ethos. Belief that all children are special and deserve the best educational experience possible.
We are looking for a Year 1 teacher who:
Is an excellent practitioner who is able to inspire the children Has a willingness to learn and improve. Is creative and passionate about children’s learning. Has high expectations and a belief that all children can succeed.
If you feel that you have the qualities above, we would welcome your application for this post.
Whilst visits to the school cannot take place at the moment, please contact the school office to book a ‘telephone chat’ with the Head Teacher on: 0114 248 6249
Closing Date 15 November 2020
EYFS Teacher JOB/20/02842 MPS ● 0.4 FTE ● Hadfield Infant School, High Peak Part Time ● Fixed Term - Due to funding until the end of August 2021
Our ideal candidate will be positive and energetic, with high expectations of themselves and others. You will also have a caring attitude to pupils and parents and demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding. We are happy to consider any particular subject strengths, specialism or expertise but will be particularly interested in music and/or Art/DT.
In addition, we expect the successful candidate to have excellent classroom behaviour management skills, plus the ability to:
build strong and effective relationships with children, staff, parents, governors and the wider community and to communicate effectively with them in a variety of situations deliver high quality teaching and learning work effectively as a flexible member of a strong team work creatively and sensitively with children and demonstrate excellent primary practice enhance teaching and learning through creativity and use of ICT
Please contact the school, on 01457 853958, to discuss the role with the Headteacher
Closing Date 15 November 2020
Class Teacher JOB/20/02900 MPS ● 1.00 FTE ● Etwall Primary School Full Time ● Fixed Term - Pending restructure until end August 2021
Our Governors wish to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and conscientious teacher to join the dedicated and professional team here at Etwall from 01 January 2020. Although the post is fixed term, the position may become permanent.
We are looking for a strong, primary practitioner and would particularly welcome applications from teachers with a passion for teaching in EYFS. Applications are welcome from NQTs and main scale teachers.
We are a school that expects high standards and aims to provide an enjoyable curriculum that motivates pupils and helps them develop the skills to become lifelong learners. We are a welcoming, supportive and hardworking staff and our children are a joy to work with.
To join our fantastic team, you must be able to demonstrate the ability to inspire our wonderful children to be the very best that they can be. Excellent teaching skills and a desire to continually improve are qualities that we are looking for.
School visits would follow all protocol for social distancing in our COVID-secure school and would take place on Monday 16 or Monday 23 November. Visits are desirable as our Head Teacher will discuss the journey that our school is on and the role that you would play in that. Please contact the office to arrange an appointment on 01283 732301.
Provisional Interview Date: 4 December 2020
Closing Date 29 November 2020
Class Teacher JOB/20/02906 MPS ● 1.00 FTE ● St Lukes CE Primary School, Glossop Full Time ● Permanent
St Luke’s Primary School in Glossop would like to appoint 1 full time permanent teacher from January 2021 or as soon as possible from that date.
We are looking for an experienced teacher to initially teach a challenging class with a large number of children with additional needs in it. The teacher needs to be able to organise the work for several adults as well as the children. We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and optimistic teacher to join our caring committed team. Someone happy to teach across the primary age range. We can offer happy, motivated pupils who love to rise to a challenge.
Provisional Interview Date: 27 November 2020.
Closing Date 22 November 2020
Partner Organisations
Bolsover District Council
Health and Safety Adviser – Streetscene JOB/20/02889 Grade 6 £25,471 - £27,720 per annum ● 37 hours per week ● Bolsover District Council, Riverside Depot, Doe Lea. Full Time ● Permanent
Applications are invited for the above post which will provide general support to the Streetscene Team in the delivery of a quality Health and Safety advisory service. The post holder will assist the Joint Head of Streetscene and the Joint Health & Safety Manager in ensuring compliance with the requirements of current Health and Safety legislation and best practice.
To be short-listed for interview candidates must demonstrate they meet the following:-
Raising awareness about health and safety, promoting good practice and a positive health and safety culture; undertaking, maintaining and enhancing health and safety risk assessment and method statement systems; demonstrating influencing skills including the ability to communicate and maintain the trust of Members / Officers at all levels within the Department; evaluating and developing own practice; contributing to the development and review of the Department’s health and safety strategy; influencing improvements in health and safety practice; identifying learning and development needs in relation to health and safety; managing the use of financial resources; identifying the financial resources for delivery of health and safety plans; good IT skills with the ability to produce reports and statistics Qualified to or prepared to undertake the NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health (or equivalent) Experience of Health and Safety arrangements in an operational service delivery environment Ability to work as a member of a team Ability to work under minimal direct supervision Ability to maintain confidentiality, dealing with individuals with tact and discretion The ability to demonstrate strong customer focus and a commitment to service improvements Current full driving licence in order to carry out daily activities Alternative arrangements may be agreed with applicants with a relevant disability Contact Details
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Steve Brunt, Head of Streetscene on 01246 217264 or email [email protected]
If you are interested in this post, please visit the Jobs pages on the Bolsover District Council website for more information.
Alternatively, if you do not have internet access, application packs are available from: Telephone the BDC Contact Centre on 01246 242424 Email [email protected]
Please return completed application forms to Human Resources, District Council Offices, 2013 Mill Lane, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6NG or to [email protected] by the advertised closing date.
Please do not apply using the Derbyshire County Council website. Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application Please note that CV’s will not be accepted.
If you have not received any communication from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, assume you have been unsuccessful and we thank you for your application. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Interview Date: Monday 7 December 2020
Closing Date 17 November 2020
Erewash Borough Council
Architects/Engineers/Surveyors/Technical
Mechanic JOB/20/02836 £23,541 - £27,041 ● 37 hours per week ● Merlin House, Ilkeston Full Time ● Permanent
The council is seeking to appoint an experienced mechanic to undertake maintenance, servicing and repairs to the municipal fleet based at the council’s depot in Merlin Way, Ilkeston.
The main requirements of the role will be: -
To carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs to HGV vehicles such as refuse collection vehicles and road sweepers and light to medium sized commercial vehicles. To diagnose vehicle defects and carry out repairs in a timely manner. To carry out inspections on hackney carriage and private hire vehicles. To maintain agricultural type vehicles and plant such as tractors and mowers. A clean driving licence including HGV Category C1 is essential, a Category C is desirable.
You’ll also be required to participate in an out of hour’s standby service on a rota basis when the fleet is operational outside normal working hours and at weekends. You will also be expected to attend vehicle breakdowns and where possible rectify defects at roadside. An additional stand-by allowance is payable when on-call.
Other benefits attach to this role include:
28 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 32 days after 5 years completed service plus Bank Holidays. Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. Employee Assistance programme. Job related training. Free on-site parking.
If you would like an informal discussion regarding this opportunity please call Steve Draper, Senior Mechanic, on 07854 998060.
Alternatively an application form and job description are available from Personnel, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP. Telephone: 0115 931 6049 (24 hr voicemail) or e-mail: [email protected]
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
Closing Date 9 November 2020
Environmental Health/Trading Standards
Temporary Environmental Health Officer JOB/20/02891 Grade G - £32,234 to £35,745 ● 37 hours per week ● Merlin Way, Ilkeston Full Time ● Fixed Term - for up to 2 years
A temporary, externally funded post has arisen to provide support in the council’s Food Health and Safety team. This full time position is expected to continue for up to 2 years.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual qualified to Diploma or Degree level in Environmental Health (or equivalent). This must include holding the relevant Certificate of Registration with the Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) or equivalent.
Due to service demands our preference is to appoint an officer with experience in food safety and health and safety at work if possible. However we would also welcome applications from less experienced officers that are EHRB registered (or equivalent).
Some of the key responsibilities of the role include
Proactive and reactive food hygiene, health & safety interventions and initiating statutory action where necessary. Responding to requests for service. Supporting other officers undertaking enforcement duties Carry out investigations and controls in relation to infectious disease. You may also be required to undertake inspections and or licence visits with regards to skin piercing and Animal Welfare.
You will be an excellent communicator with a strong commitment to excellent customer service and be able to deal effectively with difficult situations achieving positive outcomes. A commitment to team working is paramount to this post as is the requirement and ability to analyse complex information and make informed decisions with often conflicting demands.
This is a demanding job with a varied workload and a requirement to meet strict deadlines with a risk based approach, therefore a high level of self-motivation and the ability to take the lead and make decisions on specific pieces of work are essential qualities.
Interviews will be held week commencing 30 November 2020
Alternatively an application form and job description are available from Personnel, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP. Telephone: 0115 931 6049 (24 hr voicemail) or e-mail: [email protected]
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
Closing Date 13 November 2020
North East Derbyshire District Council
Finance
Chief Accountant JOB/20/02839 £43,856 to £46,844 per annum pro rata ● 24 hours per week ● Council Offices, Mill Lane, Wingerworth, Chesterfield Part Time ● Permanent
North East Derbyshire District Council is an ambitious, high performing local authority which operates within a Strategic Alliance with Bolsover District Council. The two Council’s have a joint management team.
We are looking to fill the post of Chief Accountant. The post which reports directly to the Head of Finance and Resources is in charge of the Financial Services Team comprising 8 staff, and will work closely with senior managers across the authority. It provides an opportunity to play a key role in a changing environment within a progressive authority which has a strong commitment to staff development.
We are looking for a qualified accountant with significant experience within a local authority or similar background. You should have strong accountancy skills, be able to effectively manage the accountancy team, and have the networking skills to maintain and develop strong links with managers across both the Council and partner organisations. In the role of Chief Accountant you will have a real opportunity to shape the development of the Council, to drive improvements in our financial management arrangements, and to develop the skills necessary to further develop your own career.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jayne Dethick, Head of Service – Finance & Resources, (01246) 217078 [email protected]
If you are interested in this post, please visit the Jobs pages on the North East Derbyshire District Council website for more information.
To apply using our online application form, please visit the Derbyshire Jobs website. Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application Please note that CV’s will not be accepted.
Alternatively, if you do not have internet access, application packs are available from: The NEDDC Contact Centre on 01246 217640 Email [email protected]
Please return completed application forms to Human Resources, District Council Offices, 2013 Mill Lane, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6NG or to [email protected] by the advertised closing date.
If you have not received any communication from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, assume you have been unsuccessful and we thank you for your application.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing Date 15 November 2020
Health and Housing
Temporary Housing Options Triage Officer JOB/20/02878 £22,182.70 per annum, Grade 7 SCP 12-17 ● 37 hours per week ● Council Offices, Mill Lane, Wingerworth, Chesterfield Full Time ● Fixed Term for 2 years from start date
Do you have the passion, drive and energy to make a difference to help prevent homelessness?
We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual who is experienced with the Homelessness Reduction Act legislation.
As the Housing Options Triage Officer you will be working with our housing options team providing proficient homelessness prevention and housing options services. You will need to be able to handle a high volume of individuals presenting themselves as at risk of homelessness, alongside other duties as below:
Key responsibilities of the Triage Officer: Provide a professional and friendly front of house triage service for residents requiring homelessness assistance.
Acknowledging and responding to all new homelessness and housing advice enquiries that are received by the Housing Options Service. Managing Triage cases and making relevant rapid referrals to support organisations in preparation for case hand over to the Housing Options Team. Providing advice and assistance to applicants to prevent homelessness including liaising with housing options advisors, landlords, registering on the housing register, private renting options and liaising with housing and support providers to develop viable housing options. Managing appointment calendars. Assisting the Housing Options Officers with their homelessness investigations through speaking to customers and key agencies.
Previous practical experience of working in a busy housing or welfare benefits organisation or environment with experience of interviewing clients, debt management and financial inclusion issues would be advantageous. Good written, oral, communication and negotiation skills together with being proficient in IT and a full current driving licence and access to a vehicle are all essential requirements. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Basic/Enhanced level.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Lee Pepper, Housing Options Manager 01246 217625 or email [email protected]
If you are interested in this post, please visit the Jobs pages on the North East Derbyshire District Council website for more information.
To apply using our online application form, please visit the Derbyshire Jobs website. Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application. Please note that CV’s will not be accepted.
Alternatively, if you do not have internet access, application packs are available from: The NEDDC Contact Centre on 01246 217640. Email [email protected]
Please return completed application forms to Human Resources, District Council Offices, 2013 Mill Lane, Wingerworth, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6NG or to [email protected] by the advertised closing date.
If you have not received any communication from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, assume you have been unsuccessful and we thank you for your application. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing Date 15 November 2020