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About the Team – Building Your Futures

Building Your Futures is an aspirational team who are passionate about children and young people's futures. The team are creative, and child focussed and strive for positive outcomes for the children we care for.

The Building Your Futures Team supports children and young people who are looked after in foster care, cared for by connected carers or family, and specialist care, and where there is a plan to support children Going Home (reunification). The team, work alongside a wide range of professionals and multi-agencies to support effective care planning for the children we care for. 

The Role

As a Social Worker in the Building Your Futures team, you will:

• Support some of the most vulnerable children in our service.
• Lead on care planning, direct work, and life story work.
• Promote positive outcomes and ensure permanence plans are in place.
• Contribute to the Going Home pathway where appropriate.
• Deliver a high-quality, responsive service that reflects the wishes and feelings of children and young people.
• Be encouraged to adopt creative and solution-focused approaches tailored to individual needs.
• Engage children and young people meaningfully in all aspects of their care planning.

All social workers in the team are offered training in DDP and have the support of CAMHS consultations to aid direct work.

The ideal candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a Diploma or Degree in Social Work and is registered with Social Work England (ASYE must be completed).
• Has a sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the Children Acts 1989/2004, and is willing to develop expertise in legislation specific to this role.
• Demonstrates insight into the challenges faced by children in care.
• Communicates effectively with children and professionals across agencies.
• Possesses strong analytical skills to assess children's needs.
• Thrives in a dynamic environment and can manage competing demands with resilience.
• Is motivated and committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for children.
• Understands anti-oppressive practice and applies restorative approaches.
• Is child-centred, empowering children to make informed choices and respecting their views.
• Values diversity and promotes inclusive practice.
• Works collaboratively within a supportive team environment.
• Is proficient in using MS Word, Outlook, and relevant databases.
• Demonstrates empathy, diplomacy, and respect in interactions with service users.
• Applies learning effectively in practice.

Please ensure that you read the full job profile attached for the details and expectations of this role, paying particular attention the section 'Who is the person' as you will need to refer to this when completing your Personal statement.

Hybrid working arrangements :

Attendance requirements to the designated workplace will be 2 days required in the office. 

Informal Enquiries:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Vicky Laybourne –

Interviews:

Interviews will be held on or after 3rd November 2025

Application process

We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. 

As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person ' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work/personal experience.

We are a Disability Confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria. 

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

About Portsmouth City Council

What we can offer you:

Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.

Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council

Portsmouth City Council is  committed  to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to  share  this  commitment .

DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.

Should you require any  support  in completing the application form please contact . or call the recruitment team on

Our focus is assisting hiring managers with their Gardening and Cleaning needs by providing a high calibre of capable candidates. We pride ourselves on supporting candidates registering with the agency and matching their skills and experience to future potential temporary assignments.

Why not register your interest with us!

If you do decide to register, it’s important that you are available at short notice, because assignments become available daily.

If you’re what we’re looking for, we’ll invite you in to finalise your registration. If we’re unable to use your experience and skills, we will contact you and let you know.

Our focus is assisting hiring managers with their Gardening and Cleaning needs by providing a high calibre of capable candidates. We pride ourselves on supporting candidates registering with the agency and matching their skills and experience to future potential temporary assignments.

Why not register your interest with us!

If you do decide to register, it’s important that you are available at short notice, because assignments become available daily.

If you’re what we’re looking for, we’ll invite you in to finalise your registration. If we’re unable to use your experience and skills, we will contact you and let you know.

Our focus is assisting hiring managers with their administrative needs by providing a high calibre of skilled and capable candidates. We pride ourselves on supporting candidates registering with the agency and matching their skills and experience to future potential temporary assignments.

Why not register your interest with us!

If you do decide to register, it’s important that you are available at short notice, because assignments become available daily.

If you’re what we’re looking for, we’ll invite you in to finalise your registration. If we’re unable to use your experience and skills, we will contact you and let you know.

Portsmouth Local Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children’s Board safer recruitment procedures.

We have posts available at the following sites:

Milton Park Primary School

Victory Primary School

Court Lane Academy, Court Lane / Hilary Avenue

Penbridge Junior School - Shearer Road / George Street

Portsmouth City Council

At Portsmouth City Council we’re all about developing our staff, because we want to build a bigger and better city but we need the best employees to do so. With a little over 207,000 residents and 7,000 businesses throughout this city, this unitary authority’s main goal is to ensure the best care and development of all those within the city. From customer service to Multi-million pound projects, our residents are at the heart of everything we do.

Your New Role

You will ensure that children and other pedestrians cross the road safely at the designated crossing point. You will be working in all weather conditions which can include the cold, wet, snow and heat. It is a legal requirement to wear a uniform and use equipment provided for your own safety.

What you’ll need to succeed

You need to:

1. Have an awareness of potential hazards when working on or near roads.

2. Have good communication skills as you will be liaising with children and adults of all levels.

3. Ability to demonstrate good time keeping.

4. Have the ability to use your own initiative and think on your feet as you will be unsupervised for the majority of the time.

5. Have the ability to remain professional within the role.

6. Have an awareness of safeguarding.

7. Have the ability to work in all weather conditions and be on your feet for up to an hour at a time (twice a day) and be able to move on to and off the road.

8. You must be able to hold in one hand a SCP sign weighing up to 2 kilos up to arm's length and above.

9. Be committed to term time only working (no leave to be taken during these periods)

About Portsmouth City Council

What we can offer you:

Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.

Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the Recruitment Team on .

Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children's Partnership safer recruitment procedures.

About Portsmouth City Council

Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.

We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. Learn more about our values and behaviours .

Job introduction   

We are looking for a proactive, detailed-oriented and enthusiastic candidate to join our finance service as a Deputy Payroll and Pensions Manager. This is as full time role based at the Civic Offices with some hybrid working depending on business needs. Hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week required, however during the handover period there would be a requirement to be office based full time.

Your new role

Reporting to the Payroll and Pension Manager and part of the Financial Service's Team, you will assist in leading a section comprising 10 staff, ensuring that effective internal and external customer relationships are maintained and that the operational activities of the Payroll and Pensions Section are supported by efficient systems and transactional processes. 

Key responsibilities include overseeing end-to-end payroll processing, including starters, leavers, and statutory deductions. Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and pension scheme requirements (e.g. LGPS, TPS).

Maintaining payroll systems and support data integrity and GDPR compliance. Providing expert advice and guidance on payroll matters to staff and managers.

The post holder will proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the service is delivered to exacting standards. 

Who is the person?

The ideal candidate holds a nationally recognised payroll qualification and demonstrates a strong commitment to ongoing professional development. They bring proven success in managing large-scale payroll and pension operations, with in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, HMRC tax regulations, and transactional processes. Their experience includes implementing process efficiencies and system upgrades, supported by high-level IT skills. They possess excellent verbal and written communication abilities, capable of producing high-quality reports and managing complex stakeholder relationships. With extensive experience in customer-facing roles, both internal and external, they approach their work with positivity, proactivity, enthusiasm, and sound judgement.

Our recruitment process

Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: Support for applicants - Careers portal

Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. We offer hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office required, however during the handover period there would be a requirement to be office based full time, please ensure you can fulfil this prior to submitting your application.

You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'  points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. 

We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact  or call the recruitment team on . 

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council

Interview date: Week Commencing 1st December 2025

About Portsmouth City Council

Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.

We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. Learn more about our values and behaviours .

Job introduction 

We are looking for a Clerical Assistant to join our SensePlus Portsmouth team to provide all areas of administrative support to the team and Unit Manager. This is a part time role based at SensePlus Portsmouth full time.

Your new role

The role provides comprehensive administrative and financial support to SensePlus Portsmouth, assisting the Unit Manager, staff, and service users. Key responsibilities include maintaining and improving administrative systems, managing financial processes using Fusion and manual systems, raising purchase orders, and handling petty cash and purchase card transactions. The position also involves updating client databases, managing inventory via SharePoint, and ensuring compliance with financial procedures and health & safety regulations. Duties include word processing, correspondence, filing, and general clerical tasks to support the smooth operation of the service.

Who is the person summary: 

The ideal candidate should demonstrate a positive attitude, be approachable and creative, and work well within a team. They must possess strong literacy and numeracy skills, including the ability to proofread official documentation, and have considerable IT proficiency—particularly in Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher, and SharePoint—with a willingness to continually learn and support new systems for improved efficiency. Experience in handling business calls, accurate message recording, and familiarity with bespoke databases is preferred. A fast and accurate typing speed, understanding of data protection and confidentiality, and flexibility to work across different units are essential. The role also requires the ability to self-prioritise, work independently, manage electronic filing efficiently, and proactively suggest process improvements.

For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached.

Our recruitment process

Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: Support for applicants - Careers portal

Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. This role is based 5 days per week at SensePlus, please ensure you can fulfil this prior to submitting your application.

You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'  points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. 

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.

We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact  or call the recruitment team on . 

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Basic level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS privacy notice before submitting any information.

You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles .

About Portsmouth City Council

Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.

We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. Learn more about our values and behaviours .

Job introduction 

We are looking for a Higher Grade Rehabilitation and Reablement Assistant to join our Community Rehab Service to support services users to live as independently as possible. This is a full time role based at St Mary's Community Health Campus.

Your new role

The role focuses on promoting independence through rehabilitation, supporting service users from hospital discharge to ongoing care. It involves assessing progress, updating care plans with the MDT, and coordinating further support via Adult Social Care. Daily tasks include assisting with mobility, personal care, and community access, while ensuring safe practices and accurate documentation. The position also includes supervising Rehabilitation Assistants, providing senior cover when needed, and working both independently and collaboratively to maintain high standards of care.

Who is the person summary: 

You must have experience of working with adults in a rehabilitation setting, as well as providing personal care. You should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the impact that disability can have on individuals' independence. You must be flexible and be able to maintain confidentiality, as well as excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will be an excellent team player and have strong collaboration skills to help enhance our service.

For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached.

Our recruitment process

Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: Support for applicants - Careers portal

You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'  points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. 

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.

We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact  or call the recruitment team on . 

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS privacy notice before submitting any information.

You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles.

About Portsmouth City Council

Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.

We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. Learn more about our values and behaviours .

Job introduction 

We are looking for a HR Business Partner to join our HR Management team to assist directors and senior managers across all departments of the Council. This is a part time role based at the Civic Offices with some hybrid working depending on business needs. The hours can be worked over 4 or 5 days and working days must include a Monday and/or Friday.

Your new role

Our Business Partners work directly with a range of departments across the City Council, developing HR solutions in respect of the business needs of the departments, aligned to the strategic objectives of the City Council.  Working for and coached by the Assistant Director of HR, you will have the opportunity to work with directors and other senior managers in service departments honing your skills to support the wider transformational agenda.

Who is the person summary: 

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the HR Business Partner role, with proven ability to build and manage relationships effectively. It is key they have experiencing in navigating change at an operational level and hold a relevant HR qualification with CIPD membership. The individual will have extensive experience in HR operations, employment law, and working with trade unions. It is key they have strong negotiation and influencing skills, sound business and financial understanding, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to strategic decisions. This role will also line manage members of the Employee Relations team. The individual will have a wide skillset including strategic thinking, leadership in change, networking, and political awareness, all supporting a solution-focused approach.

For full details, please review 'who is the person' on the job profile below attached.

Our recruitment process

Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page: Support for applicants - Careers portal

Please ensure that you read the job profile for full details on the post. We offer hybrid working with the expectation to attend the office 2 days a week (pro rata for part time) depending on the role and business needs. 

You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person'  points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. 

We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on . 

If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact Rochelle Williams, Assistant Director of HR:  

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council