67 jobs in Hertfordshire County Council

Statutory School Exclusion Officer

Starting Salary: £38,220 progressing to £41,771 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: St Albans (Main office Stevenage (for training and team meetings) - with travel across Hertfordshire as required

Contract Type: Permanent

Directorate: Children's Services

Can you work in a highly challenging, demanding, fast paced yet dynamic service? Do you have a tenacity and passion for education and supporting vulnerable children and families to ensure positive outcomes? We are looking for a Statutory School Exclusion Officer to join the Statutory School Exclusion Team. You will be the bridge between schools and families, navigating the complexities of school exclusion and the Hertfordshire Fair Access Protocol. You will challenge, support, and influence Head Teachers to help ensure that every young person has a path to success.

The Statutory School Exclusion Officer will ensure the Local Authority meets its statutory responsibility for securing mainstream school places for those pupils who meet the threshold for the Hertfordshire Fair Access Protocol (FAP) and provide advice on all matters relating to school suspension and permanent exclusion.

• Ensuring robust scrutiny whilst also supporting and influencing Head Teachers and senior school staff in seeking alternatives to permanent exclusion and in securing school places, in line with the Team’s Key Performance Indicators.
• Negotiating and liaising with schools, Education Support Centres and other specialist services to secure support packages for pupils.
• Providing advice and guidance to Head Teachers, parents, carers and school governors often in challenging circumstances.
• Chairing and minuting complex multi-agency Inclusion Panel meetings and seeking successful resolutions for vulnerable pupils.
• Leading on strategic conversations with Head Teachers and senior school staff in driving forward strategies to reduce permanent exclusion.
• Ensuring the LA’s safeguarding duties.

• A-level educated or substantial experience in a relevant field
• Resilient, able to work effectively under pressure with sound professional judgement
• Confident in constructively challenging and influencing senior leaders to achieve positive outcomes
• Knowledge of (or ability to quickly learn) exclusion processes, statutory guidance, and Fair Access Protocols
• Excellent communicator, skilled in managing sensitive and complex discussions with professionalism and empathy
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including managing complex casework
• Collaborative, building effective relationships with schools, families, and agencies
• Skilled negotiator, resolving challenging situations through calm, persuasive approaches
• Highly competent administrator with strong Microsoft Office skills and accurate record-keeping ability
• Proven success in improving outcomes for vulnerable children
• Solutions-focused, creative, and impact-driven
• Experienced in chairing and minuting multi-agency meetings
• Proactive team player with commitment to continuous development
• Able to work independently, managing and prioritising a complex caseload
• Holds a full driving licence with access to a vehicle

We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.

Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Hertfordshire County Council is seeking a Statutory School Exclusion Officer to ensure the LA meets its duties by securing mainstream school places for pupils under the Fair Access Protocol. You will advise on suspensions, exclusions and related processes, working across schools and families.

The role requires strong negotiation and leadership to influence Head Teachers, with duties including safeguarding and complex case management across Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire County Council’s Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Team is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to lead Best Interests Assessments and support professional development across the Supervisory Body in Hertfordshire.

You will provide expert guidance on the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS, supervise BIAs, and help ensure compliant, rights-based practice within a collaborative county-wide framework.

Advanced Practitioner - DoLS Team

Salary: £48,226 progressing to £53,460 per annum – pay award pending
Hours: 37
Location: Stevenage
Contract: Permanent
Department: Adult Care Services

Are you passionate about protecting people’s rights and ensuring the highest standards of practice under the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards? We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Best Interests Assessor (BIA) to join Hertfordshire County Council’s Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Team as an Advanced Practitioner.

Working as one of three Advanced Practitioners within the Hertfordshire Supervisory Body, you will play a key leadership role in promoting excellent practice, supporting professional development, and ensuring that individuals who may lack capacity have their rights safeguarded through robust and legally compliant decision‑making.

Our dedicated DoLS Team is committed to upholding the rights, dignity, and freedoms of some of Hertfordshire’s most vulnerable residents. We work closely with social care professionals, health colleagues, care providers, legal services, and partner organisations to ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.

As part of our supportive and highly skilled team, you will receive regular supervision, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to contribute to service improvement and best practice across the county.

As an Advanced Practitioner, you will provide professional leadership and expert guidance in relation to Best Interests Assessments and deprivation of liberty practice across Hertfordshire.

You will undertake complex assessments, support the development of both qualified and trainee BIAs, and contribute to maintaining high‑quality standards and legal compliance within the Supervisory Body.

• Undertaking complex Best Interests Assessments on behalf of the Supervisory Body.
• Providing professional guidance and expert advice on the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, and Community Deprivation of Liberty matters.
• Supporting, mentoring, and developing qualified and trainee Best Interests Assessors across Hertfordshire and partner organisations.
• Leading and facilitating Best Interests Assessor forums, promoting reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Working collaboratively with care providers and partner agencies to improve understanding and implementation of DoLS legislation.
• Reviewing and scrutinising assessments to ensure they meet statutory requirements and support lawful decision‑making.
• Completing authorisation documentation and contributing to quality assurance processes.
• Designing and delivering training sessions to internal and external stakeholders.
• Representing the Supervisory Body at meetings, forums, and partnership events.
• Contributing to the development of policy, practice, and service improvements in response to evolving legislation and case law.

You will be an experienced and knowledgeable practitioner with a passion for safeguarding people’s rights and promoting person‑centred, rights‑based practice.

• Qualified Social Worker, Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist.
• Qualified Best Interests Assessor (BIA).
• Significant experience applying the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
• Sound understanding of current and emerging case law and its impact on practice.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence, advise, and support professionals across a range of disciplines.
• Commitment to high‑quality practice, continuous improvement, and professional development.

• Experience in a leadership, supervision, mentoring, or practice development role.
• Experience supporting or supervising qualified and trainee BIAs.
• Knowledge of triaging and prioritising complex workloads within a statutory environment.
• Experience of Court of Protection processes, including preparation of reports for Section 21A challenges and other legal proceedings.
• Experience delivering training, workshops, or professional forums.
• Strong advocacy skills and a commitment to promoting the rights and best interests of people who may lack capacity.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected specialist team where your expertise will directly influence practice and help safeguard the rights of vulnerable adults across Hertfordshire.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Regular supervision and professional support.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to shape and influence BIA practice across the county.
• Challenging and rewarding work that makes a real difference to people’s lives.

• Safeguarding: This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Driving Required: Ability to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car.
• English Fluency: Ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English.
• Disability Confident: We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

We encourage you to include evidence of the necessary qualifications and experience in your application.
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Job Overview

Job Title: Projects Officer – Woodland Creations

Salary: £31,537 progressing to £34,434 per annum (pay award pending)

Hours: 37 per week

Location: Stevenage

Contract: Fixed Term until March 2028

Directorate: Growth and Environment

We work with private landowners, communities, and other local authorities and agencies to enhance the environment and fulfil a commitment to establish 1.8 million trees across Hertfordshire by 2030.

The Land Management team has a broad project portfolio including woodland and grassland management, chalk river restoration, tree and hedge planting, and active travel route development.

You will manage a diverse range of planting projects, from small to large, urban and rural, on public and private land.

• Work with landowners to identify and develop opportunities for tree and hedgerow planting.
• Design and specify tree and hedgerow planting schemes.
• Prepare cost estimates for planting and secure external funding.
• Lead the implementation of planting projects, including procurement of contractors and suppliers, and ensure robust aftercare protocols.
• Manage project budgets and expenditure.
• Produce and maintain project records, including mapping to support monitoring and reporting.
• Develop a pipeline of future tree and hedgerow planting projects.

• Demonstrable track record in environmental land management delivery.
• Excellent personal communication and consensus building with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a range of colleagues and partners.
• Proactive project management from start to finish, prioritising appropriately.
• Flexible, adaptable, problem solving and outcome oriented.
• Structured and well‑organised approach to work planning and time management.
• Competent management of allocated resources.
• Full, current driving licence and ability to work in rural locations with difficult terrain.

We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

English fluency is essential for the post; the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in spoken English is required.

Hertfordshire County Council in Stevenage is seeking a Projects Officer – Woodland Creations to manage diverse planting projects on public and private land. The role is a fixed-term contract until March 2028 and 37 hours per week, with a salary in the £31,537 to £34,434 range.

You will work with landowners, design schemes, prepare cost estimates, secure funding, and lead procurement and aftercare. The role sits in Growth and Environment, focusing on woodland and hedgerow planting as part of

Hertfordshire County Council is seeking a senior procurement adviser to shape the council's procurement strategy and provide expert guidance to managers and staff. You will influence negotiations, ensure robust business cases, and oversee contract management across major procurement projects.

You will lead on developing procurement strategies, manage performance, and deputise for senior procurement leadership when required, strengthening external networks and learning across the council.

To form part of the team responsible for the provision of strategic procurement advice, best practice guidance, and delivering robust and commercially sound procurement processes.

To provide advice and challenge to managers and staff across company as an expert on procurement matters and to work with them to fulfil company's strategic objectives, ensuring the highest standards of professional excellence in procurement.

Including:

• Support senior officers with negotiation planning, dispute resolution, procurement challenges, advice on financial assessments and provision of appropriate training. On occasion to lead negotiations with suppliers.
• Guide the preparation and review of robust, detailed business cases and commercial assessments by officers across the company, ensuring that all proposed major procurements are subject to robust examination of market assessment, demand management, solutions considered, process undertaken and contract management arrangements.
• Work with the Head of Procurement to develop, implement and monitor the Council's new Procurement Strategy.
• Provide effective performance management and development of direct reports.
• Act as a senior procurement adviser on a range of major procurement projects.
• Drive and inspire improvements in procurement processes across the organisation, providing appropriate challenge.
• Support the Head of Procurement and Asst. Director, Finance in the effective management of all key relationships, including deputising for the Head of Procurement as required and representing the function as appropriate in the corporate and regional arenas, establishing strong external procurement networks and ensuring the learning and experience obtained is brought back into the council.

• Member of CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or working towards a CIPS qualification or equivalent procurement related qualification with wide experience of procurement and contracting within the public sector.

• Proven track record of ability to influence and motivate others. Able to create and present thoughts and ideas and demonstrate this using a high level of presentation techniques (both written and verbal)
• Experience of designing and delivering presentations and / or training to senior managers or elected members

• Significant involvement in the development of procurement strategies
• In-depth understanding of procurement and contract management best practice

• Evidence of having managed teams or individual members of staff Demonstrable commitment to staff development and ability to have difficult conversations with regard to performance

• Use of management information to inform decisions and strategy
• Ability to provide effective (evidence based) challenge to services about procurement proposals ensuring maximum benefit to the public purse.
• Effective negotiator providing strategic advice to services in order to deliver maximum benefit from procurement exercises.
• Ability to champion commercial awareness across the wider organisation