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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:

As a Mechanical Mintenance Engineer you will be a key member of our facilities management team, responsible for ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of mechanical systems within prestigious residential properties across London. You will undertake both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks, diagnose faults, and carry out effective repairs to minimise downtime and ensure the comfort and safety of residents.

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Responsibilities:

• Perform routine planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on a wide range of mechanical plant and equipment, including HVAC systems (Air Handling Units, Fan Coil Units), pumps, heat exchangers, and domestic hot and cold water systems.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to reactive maintenance calls, diagnosing mechanical faults and implementing effective repairs.
• Carry out minor mechanical installations, replacements, and upgrades as required.
• Conduct routine inspections of plant equipment and building services to identify potential issues early and ensure optimal performance.
• Complete accurate documentation and reports for all maintenance activities, utilising tablet-based or portal systems where applicable.
• Liaise professionally with residents, property managers, and third-party contractors to deliver high standards of service.
• Ensure all work is carried out in strict compliance with Health & Safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide support for other maintenance tasks as needed, potentially including basic electrical or general building upkeep.
• Participate in an on-call rota for out-of-hours emergencies (details to be discussed at interview).

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineerwithin a residential or commercial building services environment.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing, or HVAC (or equivalent qualification).
• Strong practical knowledge of HVAC, heating, cooling, and domestic plumbing systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical faults effectively and carry out repairs independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• A good understanding of health & safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Proficiency in using IT systems for reporting and documentation.
• Valid UK Driving Licence (a company vehicle may be provided for business use).
• F-Gas certification is beneficial but not essential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience and successful probation period, with an average for similar roles in London ranging from 33,500 to 42,500 annually).
• Opportunities for overtime.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression within a growing group.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Life assurance.

Cleveland Eton are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence and your details will not be passed to third parties for the purpose of advertising.

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.
 

• Job Title:                           Technician
• Job Location:                     Shire Hall, Block 5, 5th Floor 
• Salary:                              £30,024 - £32,597 per annum 
• Hours per Week:                37.00 
• Contract Type:                   Permanent 
• Closing Date:                    05/10/2025 
• Job Requisition Number:    1853 
• This post is not open to job share

About the team and role

This is an exciting time for a self motivated person to join us in the role of a Technician in Highways Development Management as we take forward Gloucestershire’s 2050 Vision. The role will involve making comments on planning applications on behalf of the Highway Authority, seeking to challenge the conventions around the reallocation of road space, creating walkable neighbourhoods and delivering green infrastructure with low carbon design. Our Highways Development Management section is at the heart of this work, helping to enable planned growth in a sustainable manner that contributes to our ambitious carbon reduction goals.

We are focused on the sustainable growth of the economy by developing jobs, housing and the transport infrastructure across a diverse county with vibrant towns, high quality rural areas and excellent schools. As a Technician you will assist the senior team members in providing highways and transport advice as part of our statutory Development Management function.

About You

To be successful, we are looking for a self motivated person, whilst you may not have previous experience in Highways Development Management, you must be willing to learn. Support will be given with training and there will be a mentoring system in place.

Although previous experience is not essential, there will be a pre interview assessment where successful candidates will be expected to show an understanding of the Highways Development Management process, the issues often raised on minor planning applications and associated national and local policies and guidance.

You should be able to work and meet the challenges of learning new skills whilst in a busy environment with strict deadlines. Ideally you would wish to use this role to progress your career and experience within Highways Development Management and we seek people who show the potential to take on more senior roles following experience and training.

The work will be fast paced; we will expect you to think on your feet and be ready to tackle challenges to grow the County’s vision.

About Us  

For all your hard work, you will receive the following:

• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
• An option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family
• Career development and qualification opportunities
• Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for
• employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
• An in-house Occupational Health service
• Employee discount scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network.

How to apply 

If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Ian Hunt via email at

Closing date 5th October

Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview week commencing 20th October.

Additional Information

To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:-

Technician - Job Profile

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer. 

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities.  Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

Electrical Improver

Office base Norwich, but travel required to BHA Properties throughout Norfolk and North Suffolk

Starting salary at 8,689, with future progression opportunities to 0,439 per annum

Plus, Company vehicle

Full time – 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday,

Permanent Contract

About the role

We have an exciting new opportunity for an Electrical Improver to join our Operations Team! Are you newly qualified and looking for your next step in your Electrical career within Housing? Have you completed your qualification but looking for a role to help you grow confidence in your new trade over the next 12 months? If you answered yes, then this could be the job for you!

This role will work closely with our Electrical Team in assisting to deliver effective and efficient Electrical repairs, installations and general electrical works across responsive repairs, void properties and planned works (including Aids and Adaptations) whilst also allowing the Electrical Improver to build confidence further, ready to work independently as an Electrician.

For full details on the role, including Personal Specification, please see the job description .

About You

The successful candidate will be educated to GCSE Level 5 / Grade C (including English Language and Maths alongside having completed the City & Guilds 2357 Electrical Apprenticeship or equivalent, with  recent electrical site experience.

Consideration will be given to applicants also waiting for final assessment of the C&G 2357 Electrical apprenticeship where this can be verified by the Training Provider.

You will have strong IT / digital skills to work with evolving IT systems as well as  strong communication skills. Experience of providing a good customer service would an advantage as well as, having work experience within a similar role and being eager to develop their skills and knowledge via the training routes provided.

This role will be required to travel as part of the role; therefore, a full driving licence is required. A basic DBS check will be carried out before employment.

About Us

Broadland Housing Association offers more than 5,700 quality homes across Norfolk and North Suffolk believing that everyone deserves a home that meets their needs; we offer a caring, effective and high-quality service that is fair to everyone. We are one of the top 25 Housing Organisations to work for in the UK and feature in the top 50 organisations to work for in the East of England.

As the role require attendance at Broadland premises candidates must live within a 45-minute commute of their base. Full details can be discussed at the interview process.

We offer staff many great benefits such as:

• Enhanced annual leave starting from 22 days, plus a day off for your birthday, a volunteering day and a personal day.
• Generous contributory pension scheme.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme to support you when you need it!
• Health Cash Plan – claiming for things such as eye tests and prescriptions as well as many other wellness and money saving perks.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Uniform, PPE and power tools all provided.
• Lots of training opportunities.
• And many more – please see our Benefits Document available on our website!

For full details or to apply, please visit our website:  or if you have any questions regarding this role or any other vacancies at Broadland Housing Association, please contact our recruitment line on and leave a message.

Closing date:  midnight on Monday 13 October 2025

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.
 

• Job Title:                           Habilitation Officer
• Job Location:                    Shire Hall, Block 4, 3rd Floor 
• Salary:                              £33,143 - £36,363 per annum, pro rata 
• Hours per Week:               0.6 FTE
• Contract Type:                  Permanent 
• Closing Date:                    03/10/2025 
• Job Requisition Number:  11591 
• This post is open to job share

About the Team and Role

Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with visual impairments across Gloucestershire.

As a Qualified Habilitation Specialist, you will provide expert, person-centred support to individuals aged 0–25, helping them develop essential daily living and mobility skills to maximise their independence and confidence.

Working with the specialist team of  Qualified Teachers for the Visually Impaired and Qualified Teacher for Multi-Sensory Impairment, and with the wider Advisory Teaching Team, under the guidance of the Lead Advisory Teacher, you will deliver high-quality, timely assessments and outcome-focused interventions tailored to each young person’s needs. You’ll play a key role in planning, reviewing, and coordinating support with families, schools, and professionals, ensuring a collaborative and inclusive approach. This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll contribute to statutory assessments, environmental access planning, and service development, all while championing the independence and wellbeing of children and young people with visual impairments and complex needs.

About You

You will need to bring a strong background in habilitation work, with experience supporting children and young people with diagnosed visual impairments, including those with additional needs.

You’ll be confident in delivering structured, goal-oriented training programmes and skilled in conducting specialist assessments and risk evaluations. A collaborative communicator, you’ll work effectively with families, education staff, and multi-agency teams to deliver coordinated, impactful support.

In addition to a recognised habilitation qualification, you should have a sound understanding of current SEND legislation and safeguarding practices, be proficient in using ICT tools such as Microsoft Word and Excel and be committed to continuous professional development. The ability to travel across the county is essential, as is a clear dedication to promoting the welfare and independence of children and young people.

A full driving licence and enhanced DBS check are required, along with the flexibility to travel across the county.

What you’ll get in return…

Successful candidates will join us at a time of change which offers opportunities to make a difference to the service we provide.   You would be part of a service that is supportive, offers development opportunities and cares passionately about people.

•    Training and Development opportunities

•    Flexible working opportunities

•    A service structure that provides progression opportunities

•    Annual leave of 25.5 rising to 30.5 days per year after 5 years, plus bank holidays

•    Local Government Pension Scheme

•    Competitive salaries

•    Opportunity to purchase additional leave

•    Wide ranging multi agency working

•    Employee Benefits Programme

*            Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) Network and the Young Employees Network

Please see job profile for more detail information on the role.  For further information please contact Simon Worker -

Additional Information

To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:-

Habilitation Officer - Job Profile

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months' employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer. 

This Position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities.  Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.
 

• Job Title:                           Team Administrator
• Job Location:                     Shire Hall, Block 5, 2nd Floor 
• Salary:                              £25,185 - £25,989 per annum 
• Hours per Week:                37.00 
• Contract Type:                   Permanent 
• Closing Date:                    05/10/2025 
• Job Requisition Number:    12510 
• This post is not open to job share

Are you looking to join a friendly and supportive administration team at Gloucestershire County Council?

Then we would love to hear from you!

About the role:

We are looking for a full time Team Administrator who enjoys working as part of a team to join our Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team, based in Shire Hall, Gloucester.

As a Team Administrator you will provide an efficient clerical and administration service for our Adult Social Care Team. You will assist in the delivery of a comprehensive support service that our team provides in meeting the needs of the wider community.

You will be part of a friendly, supportive, and established team. We offer flexible working with a mix of office and home working.

To find out more about working in the Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team, visit our "Meet the Teams" webpage.

About you:

You will have strong communication and organisational skills. Ideally you will have some experience of working in a busy office environment. You will be a competent user of Microsoft Office.

You will be taking calls from internal colleagues as well as members of the public, so a professional telephone manner is a must.

You will be using the Liquid Logic system so knowledge of this would be beneficial, however full training will be given.

If you are proactive and enjoy working within a team, then this could be the ideal role for you.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do and how we treat each other. They provide essential guiding principles about the way that we work and set the tone for our culture, and identify what we, as an organisation, care about. Read more about our values on our website.

If you hold the same behaviours and approach, then we want to hear from you! In exchange, we will provide you with full training and support to help you succeed in your role.

About us:

This is a great time to join Gloucestershire County Council, as Adult Social Care is on an exciting innovation journey, which focuses our approach into being more creative, strengths-based and person-centred, to ensure that we work together to ‘Make the Difference’ to our local communities.

Gloucestershire County Council provides the following rewards package in return for your hard work:

• Regular formal and informal support
• Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to training and workshops so you can develop your skills
• Clear career progression pathways, to support you in progressing professionally and personally
• Staff discount scheme that offers access to great savings including discounts with major supermarket chains and high street retailers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network.
• Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply)

We’re closer than you think:

We are an easy commute from many locations, view our commuting times map to see what we mean.

Applying:

Please write your application with consideration for the essential criteria in the Job Profile (see link below). Your application should include examples  of why you should be considered and cover the experience , skills  and knowledge  that you would bring to the post.

Note to internal applicants : To ensure best practice, vacancies are to be applied for within the Success Factors internal career site. Should you require support in setting up your internal profile, please visit Success Factors for guidance. Should you experience any issues logging in, please email or call for support

For an informal discussion, please contact   to arrange a convenient time for a call back.

Or click 'Apply'

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer .

Additional Information

To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:

Job Profile - Team Administrator

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early due to the volume of applications received and / or due to the needs of the service. The advert will be open for a minimum of 7 business days. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities.  Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.
 

• Job Title:                           PBS Practitioner
• Job Location:                     Shire Hall, 2nd Floor 
• Salary:                              £33,143 - £36,363 per annum 
• Hours per Week:                37.00 
• Contract Type:                   Permanent 
• Closing Date:                    12/10/2025 
• Job Requisition Number:    12669 
• This post is not open to job share

Are you passionate about working with people to promote independence and are dedicated to making a difference?

We are recruiting for a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner to take up a full time role within our Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) team. Although located at Shire Hall in Gloucester, the role will entail work outside of normal working hours and at locations across the county, including in our Locality, Hospital and Learning Disabilities teams. If you are looking for your next career move within Adult Social Care, then we would love to hear from you!

About the role:

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is a person-centred approach for providing long-term support to people with learning disabilities and autism, including those with mental health conditions, who display, or may be at risk of developing, behaviours of concern. The PBS Practitioner works in partnership with individuals to understand their life circumstances including physical and emotional needs, with the aim of developing physical and social environments that are supportive and capable of meeting people’s needs. The PBS Practitioner achieves this by working in partnership with other health and social care teams across Gloucestershire.

To find out more about working in Gloucestershire, visit our “Meet the Teams” webpage.

About You:

As a PBS Practitioner, you will have the chance to make a real positive impact on people’s lives, utilising your excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders. Using your significant knowledge of the PBS framework and experience of working with vulnerable adults, you will utilise your professional judgement to undertake Functional Assessments and to develop BSP’s. You will contribute to the development of the service and be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative. You will embrace new ways of thinking and working as well as take up opportunities for professional and self-development. For further information on the role please see the attached Job Description.

As a PBS Practitioner, we understand the work you do on a daily basis and provide the support you need to make a difference to the people of Gloucestershire. To join us, you must:

• Have a professional Diploma in Positive Behavioural Support (QCF4) or equivalent (Applied Behavioural Analysis), or currently working towards with significant experience with the field of PBS.
• Registered as a member of the UKSBA or willingness to register
• Have working knowledge of the legislative and Positive Behaviour Support frameworks, theory and practice; including the PBS competencies outlined by the PBS academy
• Be highly organised with a solution focused, logical and innovative approach to challenges
• Be able to prioritise, using a risk based approach

Read about our values  – these are at the heart of everything we do and how we treat each other. They provide essential guiding principles about the way that we work and set the tone for our culture, and identify what we, as an organisation, care about. 

If you hold the same behaviours and approach, then we want to hear from you! In exchange, we will provide you with full training and support to help you succeed in your role.

About us:

Gloucestershire County Council Adult Social Care practise the Three Conversation approach, a model that re-emphasises focus on people, their strengths and the networks and community around them.

Our Adult Social Care Practitioners do all they can to make the difference to local communities in Gloucestershire. Here are some of the benefits we offer in return for your hard work.

• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
• Membership of a Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free parking at the Cirencester office
• Agile working with a mix of office and home working
• Regular formal and informal support
• Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
• Access to training opportunities, enabling you to develop your skills and progress your career
• Transfer options after one year in post, allowing for continuous development of skills and knowledge in different Adult Social Care settings
• Personal licences to Adults CCINFORM
• Discounts at a number of major supermarket chains and high street retailers
• Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply)
• GCC’s Cycle to Work Salary
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
• Strong emphasis on a supportive working environment and developing our employees with 94% having participated in their annual appraisal and regular health and wellbeing events.

We’re closer than you think:

We are an easy commute from many locations, view our commuting times map to see what we mean.

To join a locally award winning team, click “Apply” today!  You will also find links to the Job Profile and Guidance Notes below. Alternatively, for an informal discussion, please contact to arrange a convenient time for a call back.

Applying:

To start your journey with us, click ‘Apply’ today!

Or to arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager, please email 

Please write your application with consideration for the criteria in the Job Description. This should include examples of why you should be considered and the experience, transferable skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. You will find a link below to our Job Description.

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer.  

Additional Information

To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:

PBS Practitioner Job Profile

This position is subject to an Adults Enhanced with Adults & Children Barred List DBS disclosure check.

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early due to the volume of applications received and / or due to the needs of the service. The advert will be open for a minimum of 7 calendar days. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities.  Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.
 

• Job Title:                           Employment Specialist
• Job Location:                     Employment and Skills Hub  
• Salary:                              £30,024-£32,597 per annum 
• Hours per Week:                37.00 
• Contract Type:                   Permanent 
• Closing Date:                    22/10/2025 
• Job Requisition Number:    12208 
• This post is not open to job share

About the team and the role

Gloucestershire Employment and Skills Hub offers a one-stop source of information, advice, guidance and support around employment and skills.  Working with a range of partners and employers in localities across Gloucestershire the Hub delivers 1:1 support through a number of programmes for people with barriers to sustaining or retaining work, as well as advice and signposting for any resident looking for help.

We are seeking several dedicated Employment Specialists to join our Connect to Work provision, supporting participants into paid employment. We welcome applicants with experience, skills, or lived experience of working with individuals who face health-related barriers, including (but not limited to) mental health conditions, autism, veterans, and ex-offenders.

You will be part of a team that is vibrant and diverse, so a passion for inclusive employment will be essential.  This is an exciting role, and your opportunity to have a substantial influence on the shape and delivery of the participant journey.

About You

You will bring experience in building strong partnerships with both stakeholders and employers. Your excellent communication skills will enable you to develop and maintain effective relationships across a wide range of partners — including other GCC teams, welfare-to-work providers, and employers — with the goal of enhancing skills, expanding knowledge, and increasing employment opportunities for participants.

Experience of working with a fidelity model e.g.: supported employment (SEQF) or Individual Placement and Support (IPS) is desirable but not essential as full training will be given. You must be customer focussed and ideally have knowledge of employment policies, procedures and welfare services; including the ability to develop your understanding of local labour-market demographics; enabling you to work with local employers to match their needs to the abilities of individuals.

If you meet the criteria and are enthusiastic, self-motivated and able to build effective relationships, then apply today. This is a fantastic opportunity to positively contribute to maximising independence of people in the community; through offering guidance and support.

We offer a supportive, well-established team environment and regular ongoing training and supervision.

About Us

For all your hard work, you will receive the following: 

• Flexible and agile working opportunities 

• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service 

• An option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year 

• Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family 

• Career development and qualification opportunities 

• Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision 

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) 

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone. 

• An in-house Occupational Health service 

• Employee discount scheme 

• Cycle to Work scheme 

• Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply) 

• Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network 

How to apply

If you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button.

For an informal discussion about the role please email

Closing date: Wednesday 22nd October 

Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview on Thursday 30th October. 

Additional Information

To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:-

Job Profile -Employment Specialist

This Position is subject to a DBS check. 

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer. 

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities.  Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.
 

• Job Title:                           Social Worker
• Job Location:                     Tewkesbury Borough Council Offices  
• Salary:                              £39,152 - £0,777 per annum (pro rata) 
• Hours per Week:                29.60 
• Contract Type:                   Permanent 
• Closing Date:                    26/10/2025 
• Job Requisition Number:    12015 
• This post is not open to job share

Are you an experienced Social Worker? Then we would love to hear from you!

If you're a qualified Social Worker in the UK and looking to move to Gloucestershire, we offer a relocation allowance of up to £8,000* subject to qualifying conditio . There's never been a better time to make the move! Watch our video to learn all that #ourSouthWest has to offer!

If you’re a Skilled Worker already living and working in the UK , with a minimum of 1 years’ experience working in an Adults Social Worker role, currently registered with SWE and looking to move Certificate of Sponsorship and relocate to Gloucestershire, then read on!
 

About the role:

Our vision for the people we work with is for them to lead full and active lives where they are supported to be independent as far as they can be. We want people to have choice and control over the services and support they receive and have access to services that use resources creatively. To help us to achieve our vision we focus on making Adult Social Care a place where people want to work and feel supported to deliver quality practice so they can focus on people first. See how we  #makethedifference  in transforming lives and reinvigorating social work in the county by reading our Community Care Editorial.

We have a part time (29.6 hours) Social Worker opportunity in our Tewkesbury Locality Team, based near a scenic riverside town, with great access routes to the M5. To find out more about our Tewkesbury Team, please visit our “Meet the Teams” webpage or if you want to learn more about team, please email @ to arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager.

About us: Why Gloucestershire?

Enchanting Cotswold villages, picturesque countryside backdrops, and a never-ending selection of exciting days out, attractions and events; Gloucestershire really does have something for everyone. Gloucestershire is the perfect place to live and work with a great mix of rural and city locations. Find out more about living and working in Gloucestershire . 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Gloucestershire County Council. You can be confident of becoming part of a welcoming, passionate, innovative, and highly supportive team.

About you:

Our values are at the heart of everything we do and how we treat each other. They provide essential guiding principles about the way that we work and set the tone for our culture, and identify what we, as an organisation, care about.  Read more about our values on our website.

If you hold the same behaviours and approach, then we want to hear from you! In exchange, we will provide you with full training and support to help you succeed in your role.

We’re closer than you think:

We are an easy commute from many locations, view our commuting times map  to see what we mean. For interested professionals located in Wales and Scotland, please contact us to discuss your application.

Applying:

Please write your application with consideration for the criteria in the Job Description. This should include examples  of why you should be considered and the experience , skills  and knowledge  that you would bring to the post.   

To start your journey with us, click ‘Apply’ today!

The council will consider sponsorship for this role, in line with Home Office regulations and subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.  

Additional Information:

Social Worker Adults Job Profile

This position is subject to an Enhanced Adults DBS with Barred List check.

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early due to the volume of applications received and / or due to the needs of the service. The advert will be open for a minimum of 7 business days. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities.  Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.

A s a Operational Manager, you will be accountable for an area of the prison (for example a residential prisoner hall) or for a specific function (for example Operations or Offender Outcomes). Within your area you will have responsibilities such as budgets, staffing, projects and ensuring compliance with all legislation, rules and regulations. You will be a values-based leader with responsibility for a large team of First Line Managers, front line staff and have overall responsibility for those in our care within your accountable area. 

You’ll support the achievement of the SPS Corporate Plan and Vision through the constructive engagement of colleagues, the effective delivery of the establishment Annual Delivery Plan, role modelling the SPS values in all that you do. Additionally, you’ll have responsibility for designing, initiating and/or delivering projects to bring about change which promotes the SPS Values and Vision.  

You will ensure the highest levels of safety and well-being (physical and mental) for both your team and the people in our care, as well as creating a supportive environment that fosters growth and provides opportunities for development. This role offers a real opportunity to make a difference to the lives of those in our care, but also of the staff you will be working with.  

You’ll also act as Duty Manager, covering the entire prison on a shift basis, making all necessary decisions and overseeing incident management as required.  

The typical working pattern will be Monday-Friday day shift working hours (normal working hours); however, y ou may be required to participate in an on call rota covering the role of Duty Manager. This will require shift work including weekend working and being on-call. By taking part in this you will be paid an annual rate of £2000 (pro ata for part time). Payments will be made on a monthly basis.  

For further information on our employee benefits and applying for a role with the Scottish Prison Service, please view the Candidate Pack and Guidance documents attached to the job advert below. 

Provide values based leadership which inspires and empowers. Act as a role model, using emotional intelligence to challenge inappropriate behaviour and support the personal and professional development of others.  

Implement and promote change which builds the SPS vision and values. Ensure staff engagement prior to and during change; supporting those resistant to change and empowering those who embrace it.   

Leadership Experience    

Experience of providing values based leadership, creating a positive and supportive learning environment.  Experience of directing, inspiring and empowering others, adapting your approach as appropriate, to deliver positive outcomes through others.  

Essential

Operational Experience  

Experience of leading a team of managers in a highly complex operational environment. Managing multi-faceted operations and stakeholders whilst ensuring rules, regulations and statutory legislation are implemented and adhered to. Able to manage challenging circumstances and behaviours to ensure progress is made and goals are achieved.  

Essential

Making a Difference     

Experience of initiating and driving change, whether through small incremental steps or larger change management processes. Demonstrating a positive attitude and a high level of drive to overcome barriers and resistance and resilience to keep going in the face of opposition.  

Essential

Analytical Skills    

Analysing and interpreting complex information from a variety of sources to identify root causes, trends and the bigger picture to inform decisions and actions. These include quantitative and qualitative data, written sources and environmental sources such as operational intuition and team culture.    

Essential