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Overview We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. Join us, and as a three-time TargetJobs Graduate Employer of the Year and a The Times Top 100 Graduate Employer, we’ll give you the freedom to explore your potential – and the support to shape your own career journey. Ready to make your move? Why join the Graduate Management Training Programme? As a Graduate Management Trainee, you'll have the freedom and support to explore your leadership potential - and the opportunity to become a branch manager in one of our retail operations in as little as two years. In fact, most of our senior leaders began their careers in this very role - including our current CEO. From day one, we’ll invest in you. You’ll be in a supportive environment where you’ll take on real responsibilities and gain invaluable hands-on experience in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, operations, and more. We work hard and reward hard work Your work will be recognised with performance-based incentives and opportunities for continued promotion. Our unique promote-from-within culture means you can keep your career moving forward without having to change organisations. Award-winning training and development Whether you’re building on existing strengths or developing new ones, your growth is our priority. Through classroom learning, on-the-job training, and mentorship, you’ll have the tools and support to take the next step – and the one after that. Our doors are open As a Graduate Management Trainee, your experience at Enterprise Mobility will be as unique as you because you shape who we are as much as we shape your skills, path and potential. We pride ourselves on opening our doors to a variety of voices, giving way to an experience that’s both inclusive and that inspires diversity of thought. Responsibilities From your very first day, you’ll be trusted with real responsibility and exposed to all areas of our business. You’ll develop skills in: Customer Service: deliver exceptional experiences by confidently handling reservations, resolving enquiries, and building rapport with a diverse range of customers. Sales and Marketing: connect with local business partners, grow your network and develop lasting relationships. Financial Control and Profitability: understand the financial mechanics of a successful business, including cost control and interpreting profit and loss statements. Operations and Logistics: learn how to manage a fleet, plan strategically, and drive performance. Leadership and Development: take the lead in mentoring, training, and developing your own team - with the opportunity to manage and promote others as you grow. Qualifications • A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; however, professional experience can be substituted if applicable., • You must have a full manual UK or EU driving licence, but we do make accommodations for applicants who don’t drive due to a disability., • No drug or alcohol related offence on driving record within the last five years is permitted. Additional Information • Regardless of your socio-economic background, university attended, subject studied, and degree attained, we will always look at how you perform against our competencies and will judge you on that alone., • In accordance with current government guidelines, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role as the role does not appear on the Home Office list of RQF Level 6 roles approved for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker system., • Please let us know about any accommodations you may need to participate in our recruitment process., • Please limit your application to only one job posting based on where you live and/or plan to work. Applying to multiple locations will delay your application being processed., • This job posting is for applications within the following locations: Hemel Hempstead / Hatfield / St Albans

Overview We’re Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we’re built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. Join us, and as a three-time TargetJobs Graduate Employer of the Year and a The Times Top 100 Graduate Employer, we’ll give you the freedom to explore your potential – and the support to shape your own career journey. Ready to make your move? Why join the Graduate Management Training Programme? As a Graduate Management Trainee, you'll have the freedom and support to explore your leadership potential - and the opportunity to become a branch manager in one of our retail operations in as little as two years. In fact, most of our senior leaders began their careers in this very role - including our current CEO. From day one, we’ll invest in you. You’ll be in a supportive environment where you’ll take on real responsibilities and gain invaluable hands-on experience in customer service, sales, marketing, finance, operations, and more. We work hard and reward hard work Your work will be recognised with performance-based incentives and opportunities for continued promotion. Our unique promote-from-within culture means you can keep your career moving forward without having to change organisations. Award-winning training and development Whether you’re building on existing strengths or developing new ones, your growth is our priority. Through classroom learning, on-the-job training, and mentorship, you’ll have the tools and support to take the next step – and the one after that. Our doors are open As a Graduate Management Trainee, your experience at Enterprise Mobility will be as unique as you because you shape who we are as much as we shape your skills, path and potential. We pride ourselves on opening our doors to a variety of voices, giving way to an experience that’s both inclusive and that inspires diversity of thought. Responsibilities From your very first day, you’ll be trusted with real responsibility and exposed to all areas of our business. You’ll develop skills in: Customer Service: deliver exceptional experiences by confidently handling reservations, resolving enquiries, and building rapport with a diverse range of customers. Sales and Marketing: connect with local business partners, grow your network and develop lasting relationships. Financial Control and Profitability: understand the financial mechanics of a successful business, including cost control and interpreting profit and loss statements. Operations and Logistics: learn how to manage a fleet, plan strategically, and drive performance. Leadership and Development: take the lead in mentoring, training, and developing your own team - with the opportunity to manage and promote others as you grow. Qualifications • A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; however, professional experience can be substituted if applicable., • You must have a full manual UK or EU driving licence, but we do make accommodations for applicants who don’t drive due to a disability., • No drug or alcohol related offence on driving record within the last five years is permitted. Additional Information • Regardless of your socio-economic background, university attended, subject studied, and degree attained, we will always look at how you perform against our competencies and will judge you on that alone., • In accordance with current government guidelines, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role as the role does not appear on the Home Office list of RQF Level 6 roles approved for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker system., • Please let us know about any accommodations you may need to participate in our recruitment process., • Please limit your application to only one job posting based on where you live and/or plan to work. Applying to multiple locations will delay your application being processed., • This job posting is for applications within the following locations: Luton / Stevenage / Leighton Buzzard

We’re on the hunt for a passionate, strategic and sharp Account Director to join the Waitrose and Battersea team. Waitrose being one of our most creative, innovative and transformative clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable AD who is both commercially astute and creatively driven. You’ll be leading the charge on media planning, inspiring standout ideas and working closely with both our clients and internal teams. You’ll collaborate with specialists across the agency, manage a talented Account Manager and Executive and report into a Business Director. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love retail and want to create award-winning work that makes an impact, we want to hear from you. About the Role The role will be fast paced and agile, and you will be pivotal in ensuring that client deliverables maintain a high standard, and proactively look to anticipate client needs, leading and overseeing the day to day running of both accounts. Integration with the wider client and specialist teams will be fundamental to ensure all campaigns deliver to client objectives and are planned, implemented and reported upon effectively. Additionally, there will both a Planning and Strategy Director support on client responses as well as a full digital planning team to assist on that element too. About You You’ll be organised, confident and passionate about great media planning. Excellent at building client relationships and have autonomy to run activity and nurture the team You’ll build strong relationships at all levels, and we hope that you thrive in an agency which is caring, passionate, hardworking, fun and like a family (of 500!) even if only for a short time Role Requirements • This role requires a well-rounded, inspirational Account Director with media agency experience., • Direct and nurture your team in the coordination and timely delivery of campaign responses and day to day management of client requests., • You will be as comfortable servicing clients as rolling your sleeves up and leading on media briefings/responses., • Ability to digest, interpret, and respond to client briefs in a high-paced environment., • Excellent spoken and written communication skills with proven expertise in presentation storytelling to deliver impactful, persuasive proposals to clients, • You will look to challenge clients where necessary and work with them to form a trusted relationship., • You will be competent planning across all media channels – including digital., • You will also be competent on all media planning tools (such as e-Telmar) and can dissect data to tell a compelling story., • Without question your attention to detail is sound, you are a conscientious worker, who is as confident in front of clients as the wider agency., • You will have: a passion for brands; the ability to deliver great work; have fantastic interpersonal skills; and be curious and passionate about the UK media marketplace., • Have strong capabilities within use of data and tools to provide evidence-based media strategies to meet client objectives which clearly describe how each channel contributes to objectives and goals., • Develop strong relationships with specialist channel teams to ensure effective working processes and best in class work delivery., • Look to educate the client – provide innovation session with key media owners to keep client up to date with industry developments About the Agency: MG OMD was established in 1990 as a challenger media agency (Manning Gottlieb Media) that placed craft, trust and performance at the heart of media planning and buying. Since joining Omnicom network’s OMG (Omnicom Media Group) in 1998, we have continued to retain our founding ethos of providing clients with bespoke approaches, unprecedented insight, specialism, security and transparency; helping our clients to use media to unlock their competitive advantage and deliver innovative, effective and award-winning work and campaigns that create difference that matters. MG OMD is the second-largest media agency in the UK. We are the most awarded media agency in both the history of the IPA Effectiveness Awards and Thinkbox’s TV Planning Awards and have this year been named as Agency of the Year in The Media Leader UK awards, Campaign Global awards and Campaign UK awards. With over 500 employees working across some of the UK’s leading brands including the John Lewis Partnership, Virgin Media O2, British Airways, Specsavers, HM Government, LNER, Sony Pictures and Age UK; it is our people who ultimately make the award-winning difference. So, true to our ethos, we work hard at creating a spirit and atmosphere that inspires our people to be considerate, honest, and professional whilst also being stimulating, imaginative and inspirational. We want people who are great to work with, fun to be with and who genuinely care; about each other, our clients, our media partners and doing great work. In return, we provide an amazingly collaborative culture, where open communication and an unwavering commitment to diversity of thinking, diversity of background and diversity of skillsets runs through everything we do. All backed up by the highest standards of training, development and support in the industry; so much so, that we have attained IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising) CPD Gold Accreditation for the 13th year running and maintained our CPD Platinum Accreditation for the 7th consecutive year, showcasing our commitment to continuous professional development. We were also featured in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work in both 2023 and 2024. Our being named is completely based on the opinions and perspectives of our employees which makes the accolade all that more special. About the Agency: MG OMD was established in 1990 as a challenger media agency (Manning Gottlieb Media) that placed craft, trust and performance at the heart of media planning and buying. Since joining Omnicom network’s OMG (Omnicom Media Group) in 1998, we have continued to retain our founding ethos of providing clients with bespoke approaches, unprecedented insight, specialism, security and transparency; helping our clients to use media to unlock their competitive advantage and deliver innovative, effective and award-winning work and campaigns that create difference that matters. MG OMD is the second-largest media agency in the UK. We are the most awarded media agency in both the history of the IPA Effectiveness Awards and Thinkbox’s TV Planning Awards and have this year been named as Agency of the Year in The Media Leader UK awards, Campaign Global awards and Campaign UK awards. With over 500 employees working across some of the UK’s leading brands including the John Lewis Partnership, Virgin Media O2, British Airways, Specsavers, HM Government, LNER, Sony Pictures and Age UK; it is our people who ultimately make the award-winning difference. So, true to our ethos, we work hard at creating a spirit and atmosphere that inspires our people to be considerate, honest, and professional whilst also being stimulating, imaginative and inspirational. We want people who are great to work with, fun to be with and who genuinely care; about each other, our clients, our media partners and doing great work. In return, we provide an amazingly collaborative culture, where open communication and an unwavering commitment to diversity of thinking, diversity of background and diversity of skillsets runs through everything we do. All backed up by the highest standards of training, development and support in the industry; so much so, that we have attained IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising) CPD Gold Accreditation for the 13th year running and maintained our CPD Platinum Accreditation for the 7th consecutive year, showcasing our commitment to continuous professional development. We were also featured in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work in both 2023 and 2024. Our being named is completely based on the opinions and perspectives of our employees which makes the accolade all that more special. Flexible Working At Omnicom Media Group, we are committed to supporting flexibility for our people while fostering collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. We have a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two working remotely), to ensure that we meet the needs of both our people and our business, balancing the benefits of in-person connections with the flexibility of remote working. Our standard working hours are 9:30 – 17:30, but we offer the ability to flex around core hours of 10:30 – 16:30 to give our people flexibility on how they manage their working day, whether that’s in the office or working remotely. For example, you could start work at 8:30 and finish at 16:30 or start at 10:30 and finish at 18:30. We encourage open conversations between our people and managers to help navigate high-need periods and individual circumstances. Our goal is to create an environment where people feel genuinely supported to do their best - both in their careers and in their lives outside of work. Be Your Best We want everyone to make the most of the opportunity to shine and showcase your talents and we are happy to make adjustments in the recruitment process so you can be your best. Please discuss any specific requirements with your dedicated Talent Team member or if you would feel more comfortable, you can email us confidentially at _ to let us know how we can support you. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at OMG At OMG, our vision is to be an agency where difference is valued and everyone is able to thrive in a culture of equality, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing a truly inclusive environment that reflects today’s society, where everyone is able to bring their true selves to work, and where diverse voices and backgrounds are valued, heard, and well-represented. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice which is available on _

Our client Luton Council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Family Help team. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete clear, accurate and holistic professional assessments of need and risk in respect of children and families using the Department of Education and Luton's effective support document for children in need and potential significant harm. Taking the lead role to co-ordinate the multi-agency approach to prevent and address child protection issues and children in need. Undertake statutory duties under The Children Act 1989 and other legislation and guidance relating to children and families e.g. care proceedings, arrangements for adoption/permanency, risk assessments and investigations in relation to the protection of children. Including arrangements for obtaining and carrying out Court Orders, attending court as the Council's representative. Creating effective SMART plans referring to the Practice Framework, using the appropriate available resources ensuring needs are met through negotiation and consultation with professional colleagues and service users. Promote anti discriminatory practice and the empowerment of children and families. Build positive relationships with children and their families through promoting participation and undertaking direct work to ensure that their voices, wishes and feelings are heard. Update and maintain high quality and accurate case files in the council's social work d...

We are recruiting Support Worker, must be a driver to join our service in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference! About the Service – Westbrook House A residential care service supporting adults aged 18+ in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The service promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing through tailored, person-centred support. Westbrook House is an 8‑bedded home, currently supporting 7 service users: 5 service users are wheelchair users, require hoisting, and support with PEG feeding 2 service users are more physically able and require support with learning disabilities Westbrook House has a warm, friendly atmosphere. There is free parking onsite. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Outings Activities in the community Visiting local day centres In‑house activities Arts and crafts Days out (e.g. theme parks, meals out, social activities, Christmas markets) Holidays and short breaks Walks in the local park and community Cooking and baking to develop life skillsThe Role You will: Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing Support activities, appointments, and community access Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team Work a rota including evenings, weekends and bank holidaysWho We’re Looking For We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. No previous experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme. Requirements Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grantOur Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-CentredApply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies

Deputy Manager Childrens Residential Home Were excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Senior Support Worker or Deputy Manager ready to step into a leadership role within a newly opening children's 4-bed home in a well established company. Youll be joining a caring, supportive, and dynamic team where your skills and experience will truly make a difference. If this sounds like you, wed love to hear from you! This is a unique chance to help shape the culture, routines, and therapeutic environment of a new service from the very beginning. Our homes are carefully designed to feel safe, nurturing, and genuinely homely, places where children can build stability, trust, and a sense of belonging. Backed by over 20 years of combined experience across residential childcare and semi-independent supported living, we are proud of the strong reputation we have built for delivering high-quality, child-centred care. About the Role Do you want to work in a childrens home that makes a positive, lasting difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you have team-leading skills and a passion for supporting others? Are you looking for a role with clear pathways into management? If so, the Deputy Manager position could be the next step in your career. This role is based within a therapeutic environment where supportive relationships and shared living experiences help transform lives. Deputy Manager Role: As Deputy Manager, youll use your life skills and leadership abilities to make a real difference every day. Responsibilities include: Building positive relationships with young people and safeguarding their welfare Supervising staff, leading shifts, creating rotas, and running team meetings Supporting education and placement plans Ensuring all policies, procedures, and risk assessments are up to date Providing guidance and support to the wider staff team Why apply? Generous Annual Leave 31 days of annual leave. Welcome Bonus A little extra to celebrate joining the team. Relocation Support Assistance available if youre moving to take up the role. Company Car Provided where the role requires. Birthday Recognition We love celebrating our teams special days. Referral Rewards Recommend great people and receive a bonus when they join and stay. Long Service Recognition We celebrate dedication and commitment with special rewards over time. Pension Scheme Helping you plan and save for the future. Employee Benefits Platform Access exclusive perks, discounts, and wellbeing tools. Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential support for you and your family. On-Demand GP Service Round-the-clock access to medical advice when you need it. Professional Development Opportunities to gain and fund qualifications relevant to your role. Deputy Manager Criteria: Aged 22 years or over (Ofsted requirement) NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) At least 2 years experience in residential childcare, supporting young people A valid manual driving licence Unfortunately, we are not able to accept applicants who require sponsorship for this role. If this role is of interest, please apply now with your CV and we will be in touch asap for an initial discussion. Benefits: Additional leave Company pension Licence/Certification: UK right to work indefinitely and without sponsorship (required) Driving Licence (required) TPBN1_UKTJ

We are recruiting a Support Worker to join our service in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference! About the Service – Meadow Acres Meadow Acres is set in the beautiful town of Harpenden. Meadow Acres is a residential home that supports 8 adults,1 male and the other 6 residents are female with learning disabilities. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Many in house activities Arts and crafts Local day centres Shopping Walks in the local park and community Cooking and baking to develop life skillsThe Role You will: Deliver person-centred support in line with individual support plans Assist with daily living skills and personal care where required Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing Support activities, appointments, and community access Maintain accurate records and work effectively as part of a team Work a rota including evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-insWho We’re Looking For We’re seeking people who are caring, patient, and respectful, with a positive and resilient approach. You should be confident working independently and within a team, have good communication skills, basic IT and written abilities, and be flexible and reliable. No previous experience? No problem! If you have the passion, we’ll provide full training and a structured induction programme. Requirements Willingness to work towards Level 2 in Health and Social Care Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Drivers desirable but not essential Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech)What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree levelCareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-CentredApply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies

We are recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our service in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference! About the Service – Westbrook House A residential care service supporting adults aged 18+ in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The service promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing through tailored, person-centred support. Westbrook House is an 8‑bedded home, currently supporting 7 service users: 5 service users are wheelchair users, require hoisting, and support with PEG feeding 2 service users are more physically able and require support with learning disabilities Westbrook House has a warm, friendly atmosphere. There is free parking onsite. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Senior Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Outings Activities in the community Visiting local day centres In‑house activities Arts and crafts Days out (e.g. theme parks, meals out, social activities, Christmas markets) Holidays and short breaks Walks in the local park and community Cooking and baking to develop life skills The Role • Lead and supervise a team of Support Workers, providing guidance, role‑modelling, and day‑to‑day direction. • Deliver and oversee high‑quality, person‑centred support, ensuring support plans are followed, reviewed, and updated. • Coordinate and participate in meaningful activities, appointments, and community engagement for the people we support. • Maintain high standards of record‑keeping, completing documentation, incident reports, and reviews professionally. • Participate in the Senior On‑Call rota, responding to staff queries, incidents, and operational needs as required. Who We’re Looking For • Confident in leading a team within a care environment • Passionate about person-centred support • Professional, proactive, and resilient • Able to work independently while also supporting and motivating others • Skilled in communication (written and verbal) • Caring, patient, respectful, and calm under pressure • Able to manage challenging situations with confidence • Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work rota-based shifts including Senior On-Call • Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and excellent practice Requirements Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Drivers desirable but not essential Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech) What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-Centred Apply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7–10 days. Some roles may require male or female employees only, where this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. Strictly no agencies

Role: Qualified Social - Senior Social Worker Children Looked after Team Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Social Worker on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children Services . About the Role To support practice development of our Newly Qualified Social Workers NQSW's through their assessed and supported year of employment within the Social Work Academy. To continue to promote the academy and career pathways and Luton as an employer. The Senior Practitioners also support the Principle Social Worker to strive for excellence across Children Services by delivering key training's on themes drawn from audits. As a Senior Social Worker: Provide reflective supervision to explore the NQSW's practice and factors influencing their practice responses (including emotions, assumptions, power relations and the wider social context). Develop a shared understanding of the knowledge base informing their analysis and the limitations of their thinking, and use this understanding to inform next steps. Guide the NQSWs with problem solving and assisting them with planning and decision making. Co-work complex cases and use advanced professional knowledge, skills, experience and initiative to support the NQSWs to develop assessment skills to identify and analyse risk to children and develop safety and supportive plans. Co-work cases in crisis with the NQSWs, directing the social workers and influencing decision making on the case. Support NQSWs practice development towards excellence Contribute to the NQSW assessment reviews as three, six and twelve months of their assessed year of employment . Support the NQSWs to gather and analyse sensitive and confidential information on families and record on LCS, collating key information relating to children's safeguarding and protection. To support the NQSWs to maintain accurate and up to date records in accordance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR 13-17 CASELOADS Skills and Experience Substantial post qualifying experience including in - depth experience in the field of child and family social work Demonstrable experience of coaching / mentoring including practice teaching In - depth ability to demonstrate a high level of competence in the practice of child and family social work Excellent organisational, skills. Demonstrable understanding of equality issues relating to the tasks and commitment to the achievement of equality Registered with the Social work regulator Relevant professional qualification, e.g.: Dip SW, CQSW, Registered with the Social work regulator Knowledge of current legislation, national guidance and best practice relevant to the post Demonstrable experience of the use of quality assurance processes to ensure that own work is of a high standard Experience of analysing and interpreting data and performance information About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Role: Qualified Social - Senior Practitioner LAC Team Contract: Temp to Perm Pay: £40p/h Salary: £35,745 - £38,890 Plus £3,500 market supplement Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Senior Practitioner on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children Services . About the Role To support practice development of our Newly Qualified Social Workers NQSW's through their assessed and supported year of employment within the Social Work Academy. To continue to promote the academy and career pathways and Luton as an employer. The Senior Practitioners also support the Principle Social Worker to strive for excellence across Children Services by delivering key training's on themes drawn from audits. As a Senior Practitioner: Provide reflective supervision to explore the NQSW's practice and factors influencing their practice responses (including emotions, assumptions, power relations and the wider social context). Develop a shared understanding of the knowledge base informing their analysis and the limitations of their thinking, and use this understanding to inform next steps. Guide the NQSWs with problem solving and assisting them with planning and decision making. Co-work complex cases and use advanced professional knowledge, skills, experience and initiative to support the NQSWs to develop assessment skills to identify and analyse risk to children and develop safety and supportive plans. Co-work cases in crisis with the NQSWs, directing the social workers and influencing decision making on the case. Support NQSWs practice development towards excellence Contribute to the NQSW assessment reviews as three, six and twelve months of their assessed year of employment . Support the NQSWs to gather and analyse sensitive and confidential information on families and record on LCS, collating key information relating to children's safeguarding and protection. To support the NQSWs to maintain accurate and up to date records in accordance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR 13-17 CASELOADS Skills and Experience Substantial post qualifying experience including in - depth experience in the field of child and family social work Demonstrable experience of coaching / mentoring including practice teaching In - depth ability to demonstrate a high level of competence in the practice of child and family social work Excellent organisational, skills. Demonstrable understanding of equality issues relating to the tasks and commitment to the achievement of equality Registered with the Social work regulator Relevant professional qualification, e.g.: Dip SW, CQSW, Registered with the Social work regulator Knowledge of current legislation, national guidance and best practice relevant to the post Demonstrable experience of the use of quality assurance processes to ensure that own work is of a high standard Experience of analysing and interpreting data and performance information About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Role: Family Support Worker - Family Help Team Contract: Temp Grade: L6 Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Family Support Worker - Family Help Team on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their Children Families and Education Service department. As a Family Support Worker within the Family Help service at Luton Borough Council, you will play a key role in supporting children, young people, and families to improve their wellbeing, resilience, and overall family functioning. You will work directly with families to complete holistic assessments and co-produce tailored family support plans that address identified needs. This will include regular direct work with children and families, both in the community and within service users' homes, ensuring that support is delivered in a meaningful, consistent, and relationship-based way. A key aspect of the role is managing risk appropriately and ensuring timely interventions to prevent escalation of need. Working in a multi-agency environment, you will co-produce and co-deliver support alongside partner agencies, based on agreed working arrangements with families. You will develop and deliver targeted interventions to support families with a range of issues, including parenting skills, building self-confidence, managing challenging behaviour, supporting parental mental health, and promoting positive child development. You will also develop specialist knowledge in a defined area of family support to enhance service delivery. You will ensure that the voice of the child is central to all assessments, planning, and interventions, and is clearly heard and acted upon throughout your work. The role involves organising and chairing multi-agency meetings, acting as Lead Professional where appropriate, and coordinating support for children, young people, and adults who require skilled intervention to prevent deterioration in their wellbeing. You will contribute to the delivery of targeted group and individual programmes such as Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities, and evidence-based parenting programmes, supporting families to build resilience and achieve positive change. You will work closely with colleagues across statutory and voluntary sector services to monitor and review progress, ensuring that family needs are regularly assessed and that interventions are adjusted where necessary. This includes evaluating improvements in family resilience and parental capacity to provide safe and supportive care. Safeguarding is central to this role. You will be responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults in line with Council safeguarding policies and procedures. In addition, you will support managers within the Family Wellbeing Service in delivering operational objectives, plans, and performance targets, contributing to the continuous improvement of services for families in Luton. Please note this role does not attract sponsorship. About You You will have demonstrable experience of working with children, young people, and families within a social care, education, or health-related setting, with a clear understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable families. You will be confident working in partnership with a range of professionals across different agencies, as well as effectively engaging mothers, fathers, carers, children, and young people to agree and deliver planned, outcome-focused interventions. You will be skilled in assessing needs in collaboration with families, using this information to develop clear, concise, and effective plans, targets, and reports that support both the wellbeing and protection of children. You will be able to manage and organise your own workload effectively, using your initiative to prioritise tasks and respond flexibly to changing service demands. With appropriate guidance, you will contribute to decision-making processes where child protection and family support are central, demonstrating sound judgement and a commitment to safeguarding. You will have a strong understanding of equality and diversity, including the impact of discrimination on individuals and service delivery, and how this can influence the experiences of the families you work with. You will demonstrate knowledge of the effects of deprivation, trauma, and abuse on the wellbeing and development of children, alongside a sound understanding of child and human development. You will ideally hold a relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Child Care or an equivalent qualification, supported by training relevant to working with children and families. The role requires flexibility, including the ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary, and to travel effectively across the borough and beyond as required. You must be able to communicate clearly and confidently with members of the public, providing accurate, supportive, and effective advice in fluent spoken English About us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

We are recruiting a Senior Support Worker to join our service in Basildon, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. Whether you’re new to care or experienced, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career - any truly make a difference! About the Service – St Agnells A residential care service supporting adults aged 18+ in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The service promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing through tailored, person-centred support. St Agnells is an 8 bed home supporting people with learning disability, dementia, epilepsy and other complex care needs. The home supports residents with different mobility needs: 5 residents are wheelchair users, require hoisting, support with feeding and day to day activities. 2 residents are able to walk independently. 1 resident uses walking aids.St Agnells house has a warm, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Free Parking is available in site for staff. Service User Interests The people we support enjoy a wide range of activities, and Senior Support Workers play a vital role in enabling these experiences, including: Outings Activities in the community Visiting local day centres In‑house activities Arts and crafts Days out (e.g. theme parks, meals out, social activities, Christmas markets) Holidays and short breaks Walks in the local park and community Cooking and baking to develop life skillsThe Role You will: • Lead and supervise a team of Support Workers, providing guidance, role‑modelling, and day‑to‑day direction. • Deliver and oversee high‑quality, person‑centred support, ensuring support plans are followed, reviewed, and updated. • Coordinate and participate in meaningful activities, appointments, and community engagement for the people we support. • Maintain high standards of record‑keeping, completing documentation, incident reports, and reviews professionally. • Participate in the Senior On‑Call rota, responding to staff queries, incidents, and operational needs as required. Who We’re Looking For • Confident in leading a team within a care environment • Passionate about person-centred support • Professional, proactive, and resilient • Able to work independently while also supporting and motivating others • Skilled in communication (written and verbal) • Caring, patient, respectful, and calm under pressure • Able to manage challenging situations with confidence • Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work rota-based shifts including Senior On-Call • Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and excellent practice Requirements Ability to work unsociable hours on a rota basis Drivers desirable but not essential Enhanced DBS required (paid for by CareTech) What We Offer Recommend A Friend Bonus Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays Free DBS Check Blue Light Card Stakeholder Pension Free Employee Assistance Programme Annual Employee Awards Evening Employee Recognition Schemes Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend’s grant Our Values Friendly Positive Innovative Empowering Person-CentredApply today to join a friendly, empowering organisation committed to person-centred support and creating Extraordinary Days, Every Day. About CareTech CareTech Community Services Ltd, established in 1994, is one of the largest providers of specialist social care services supporting 5000 adults with a wide range of needs in more than 300 services across the UK. Committed to the highest standards of care and governance, we provide innovative care pathways for vulnerable people to live in community settings. We support people to take control of their lives – this could be finding employment, having an active social life, learning new skills or building self-confidence. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) September Start | Hertfordshire £120 - £150 per day | Full-Time | Temp to Perm Opportunity Not every HLTA role is the same. Some schools ask you to support lessons. This school asks you to help lead learning, build independence and create meaningful outcomes for pupils with some of the most complex educational needs. We are working with an exceptional specialist SEN school in Hertfordshire that supports children and young people aged 3-19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and associated complex needs. The school has established an outstanding reputation for providing a nurturing, ambitious and highly specialist learning environment where every pupil is valued as an individual and supported to reach their full potential. Why Staff Love Working Here This is not a school where support staff are left to manage alone. You'll become part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary team including therapists, behaviour specialists, family support professionals, moving and handling specialists, teachers and dedicated SEN practitioners who work collaboratively to deliver exceptional outcomes for pupils. The school also offers: Small class sizes Outstanding staffing ratios Sensory-rich learning environments Hydrotherapy facilities Specialist behaviour support teams A strong focus on communication, life skills and independence Free on-site parking Ongoing specialist SEN training Excellent career progression opportunities Genuine temp-to-perm opportunities The Role As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role within your department, supporting pupils with severe and complex learning needs whilst providing high-quality classroom leadership when required. You will be based within a department consisting of 3-4 classes, supporting a range of pupils across Lower School, Middle School and Upper School. A key aspect of the role will involve leading classes during teachers' PPA time, delivering planned learning activities and ensuring pupils remain engaged, supported and making progress throughout the school day. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting pupils with SLD, ASD and associated complex needs Leading classes during teacher PPA cover Delivering learning activities planned by teaching staff Supporting communication, engagement and independence Working closely with teachers, therapists and specialist support teams Building positive relationships with pupils and families Supporting personal care where required Assisting with behaviour support strategies and sensory regulation Helping pupils achieve meaningful educational, social and life-skill outcomes Experience We're Looking For We're keen to hear from candidates who have experience supporting children and young people with: Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Communication difficulties Sensory processing needs Complex learning needs Challenging behaviour Physical disabilities and associated medical needs Previous experience as an HLTA, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker or within a specialist education setting would be highly advantageous. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is: Confident leading a classroom Calm under pressure Compassionate and nurturing Resilient and adaptable A strong team player Passionate about special educational needs Committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential Salary & Benefits £120 - £150 per day Full-time position September start Potential temp-to-perm opportunity Free on-site parking Ongoing specialist SEN training Supportive leadership team Outstanding SEN resources and facilities Long-term career progression opportunities A Career That Makes A Difference The best HLTAs do more than support learning. They inspire confidence, encourage communication, promote independence and help pupils achieve milestones that can genuinely change lives. If you're looking for a rewarding role where every day matters and every achievement is celebrated, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for a September start

Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and children in need., 2. Statutory Duties Undertake duties under the Children Act 1989 including care proceedings, adoption/permanency planning, risk assessments and investigations. Obtain and implement Court Orders and represent the Council in court., 3. Planning & Intervention Create SMART plans aligned with the Practice Framework. Ensure needs are met through negotiation and collaboration. Promote anti-discriminatory practice and empower families., 4. Direct Work Build positive relationships with children and families. Ensure children's voices, wishes and feelings are heard and influence planning., 5. Recording & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely case records on Liquid Logic in line with GDPR and council standards., 6. Court & Reporting Prepare court reports and witness statements. Work in line with Luton Borough Council policies and procedures., 7. CPD & Development Engage in supervision, training and professional development through the Social Work Academy and Research in Practice. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Hybrid working (community, office and home-based). Regular home visits (often lone working, risk assessed). Exposure to emotional strain and occasional challenging behaviour. Attendance at meetings across multiple locations. CONTEXT Luton 2040 is a vision for a healthy, fair and sustainable town where no one lives in poverty and children can thrive. This role forms part of the Families First for Children Pathfinder Programme (Apply online only)), investing over £45 million into reforming: Family Help Child Protection Family Network Support Packages Safeguarding Partnerships The new system includes: Multi-disciplinary Family Help services Specialist child protection response Greater use of family networks and family group decision making Strengthened multi-agency leadership Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates