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This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: HR Advisor, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 4th Floor, • Salary: £37,280 - £47,181 per annum, (career grade progression), • Hours per Week: Please refer below, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: One year, • Closing Date: 16/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 13086, • Positions open to job share About the Roles We Are Seeking Experienced And Proactive HR Advisers To Join Our HR Team On Fixed-term Contracts. We Have Three Exciting Opportunities Available • 12-month Fixed Term – Pay & Reward (Secondment Cover) - 37 Hours per week, • 12-month Fixed Term – Employee Relations (Secondment Cover) - 37 Hours per week, • 9-month Fixed Term – Pay & Reward (Absence Cover) - 26 Hours per week (pro rata) These roles offer an excellent opportunity to contribute to strategic HR initiatives and deliver significant value across our diverse workforce. This is a career grade position at Grade 8/9. Your starting salary will be determined by relevant experience and qualifications. We welcome applications from candidates who meet either the Grade 8 or Grade 9 criteria within the role profile. Key Responsibilities Pay & Reward • Lead and support pay and reward initiatives that align with organisational objectives and industry best practice, • Develop, review, and implement HR policies to ensure legal compliance and operational efficiency, • Manage consultation processes with key stakeholders including trade unions and employee groups, • Provide expert guidance on employment terms and conditions across multiple frameworks including Soulbury, Teachers, Green Book, and Grey Book, • Ensure HR procedures comply with current employment legislation and sector-specific guidance, • Support job evaluation processes and grading reviews, • Contribute to strategic workforce planning and reward benchmarking activities Employee Relations • Lead and support organisational change management projects, including restructures, service redesigns, and transformation initiatives, • Manage TUPE transfers and provide expert advice on complex transfer situations, • Facilitate consultation processes with trade unions and staff representatives on change programmes, • Develop and implement change management strategies that minimise disruption and support staff wellbeing, • Provide guidance on restructuring processes, including redundancy, redeployment, and ring-fencing arrangements, • Handle complex employee relations casework (approximately 10% of the role), including disciplinary, grievance, and capability matters, • Ensure organisational change complies with employment legislation and best practice, • Support managers through change processes with coaching, guidance, and practical tools About You Essential Requirements For Pay & Reward • Experience in pay and reward practices and policy development, • Proven track record in leading consultations with trade unions and stakeholder groups, • Knowledge of local government pay frameworks (Green Book, Grey Book, Soulbury, Teachers), • Experience in job evaluation and grading processes For Employee Relations • Significant experience in organisational change management, including restructures and TUPE transfers, • Proven ability to manage complex change programmes from inception to completion, • Experience in consultation processes, ideally working with trade unions, • Sound understanding of employment law relating to organisational change, redundancy, and TUPE All Roles • Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practices, • CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience, • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, • Ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment, • Confident in providing professional advice and challenge to senior stakeholders 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 express an interest in this position by submitting a CV today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button. Due to volume of applications anticipated, unfortunately no feedback will be provided for those applicants not invited for interview. Please ensure you clearly state within your personal statement which position you are wishing to apply for. If you have the skills, experience, and passion to make a positive difference, we'd love to hear from you. For An Informal Discussion About These Roles, Please Contact • Pay & Reward roles: Suzanne Salter, HR Professional Lead for Pay, Reward and Policy Email: • Employee Relations role: James Bird, HR Professional Lead for Employee Relations Email: Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- HR Advisor - 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.

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Customer Service Officer, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £28,142 - £29,540 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 09/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12707, • This post is not open to job share Are you an enthusiastic, dynamic individual, with a passion for Customer Service? If you have the right level of transferable skills, why not apply now? Full training will be provided! About The Team & Role The Customer Service Team is a multi-channel first point of contact for a variety of internal and external customers. We provide a high quality of service delivery across a diverse range of services on behalf of Gloucestershire County Council, through various channels both traditional and contemporary. Adult Social Care Support service duties currently include the initial review of adult social care enquiries, safeguarding enquiries and decision making on referrals. The Customer Service Team respond to queries through several channels these include Shire Hall reception services, phone, email and web-based enquiries. The developments in technology will continue to underpin the work of Customer Services Officers. If you are a creative individual with the ability to ensure that queries are answered effectively, efficiently and in line with the Council’s policies and procedures, we would like to hear from you. To get an idea of what it's like to work in our Customer Service Team for Adult Social Care te am w atch our short video and read this. We work flexibly with a mix of office and home working although during the probation period (first 6 months), you will be working from the office, based at Shire Hall in Gloucester. This is a great time to join Gloucestershire County Council, as we are on an exciting journey. Customer Service Team is based at Shire Hall in Gloucester and you will work with enthusiastic and supportive colleagues who are passionate about their work and what they achieve together as a team. Joining our Customer Service Team can be a great opportunity towards developing a long-term and rewarding career with the Council. About You You need to have excellent communication skills, have a confident telephone manner and respond positively during difficult conversations. You will be self-motivated, pragmatic, resilient and take ownership of enquiries to resolution. You will have the ability to follow work instructions and look for continuous improvements in how we do things. About Us In return for your commitment, you’ll be entitled to our full benefits package, including: • Regular formal and informal support, • Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, reflective supervision, • An investment into your professional development, including career pathways, mandatory training and additional topical bi-annual workshops., • Annual leave up to 30.5 days after 5 years employment, • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • 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., • Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network., • Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply), • GCC's Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme How To Apply Please write your application with consideration for the essential criteria on the Job Profile. This should include examples why you should be considered; the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. For an informal discussion, contact to arrange a call back or apply by clicking on the button below. Look out for an email from us to get you booked in! Don’t forget to check your junk and spam! Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below: Customer Service 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 a 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. 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. 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.

Infrastructure Engineer Location: Gloucester/Cheltenham Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Hybrid/On-site Clearance: DV About the Role We’re seeking a proactive and technically skilled Infrastructure Engineer to join an IT Services and Consultancy team. You’ll play a key role in maintaining system health, resolving technical issues, and supporting infrastructure deployments. This is a dynamic position ideal for someone passionate about automation, cloud technologies, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Prioritise and resolve support requests from users., • Manage IT assets and support onboarding/offboarding processes., • Monitor system health and optimise performance., • Deploy updates, fixes, and conduct root cause analysis., • Automate tasks including reporting and visualisation., • Support new and existing IT deployments and integrations., • Provide second-line technical support and build tools to enhance user experience., • Collaborate with teams for documentation and requirements gathering., • Promote a problem-solving mindset and team-oriented approach. Additional Expectations • Demonstrate a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and organisational values., • Be flexible and willing to adapt to changing business needs. Technical Skills Essential: • Linux SysAdmin (RHCSA), • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), • Scripting (Python or Bash), • Cloud networking (VPCs, VPNs, DNS), • Basic database administration (MySQL, MSSQL, Postgres, etc.), • AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, CloudFormation), • CI/CD tools (Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.)

Retail Sales Manager Closing Date: 04 January 2026 @ 17:00 First Stage Interviews: Week commencing 05 January 2026 Salary Range: £40,000 - £45,000 pa (details of further benefits below) Contract: Permanent Department: Sales Location: Gloucester, UK Hours of Work: Full Time (37.5 hours per week). Core hours are 08:30-16:30, Wed–Sun Line Manager: Director of Sales - UK & Europe Direct Reports: None Who are REP Fitness UK? REP Fitness is a premium strength equipment brand built by athletes, for athletes. From our roots in Colorado, USA, we’ve grown into a global fitness powerhouse - now officially launched across the UK and Europe. Our mission is simple: to make world-class strength equipment accessible to everyone, from commercial gyms and performance centres to home training spaces. We combine innovation, functionality, and style to help lifters of every level achieve their goals. Each product is designed, tested, and refined to deliver performance without compromise. Whether it’s our award-winning power racks, adjustable benches, or precision-engineered plates and dumbbells, REP is known for its attention to detail, durability, and modern design. In the UK and Europe, we’re committed to providing: • 🏋️‍♂️ High-performance gym equipment for home and commercial use, • 🚚 Fast, reliable delivery from our regional distribution network, • 💬 Local customer support and expert advice, • 🌍 Access to REP’s full global innovation line-up Our goal is to raise the standard for what lifters expect from their equipment, combining American innovation with local service excellence. Our Core Values • Think Like a Customer: We empathize with our customers; understand the 'why' behind every decision we make, • Progress not Perfection: We don't let perfect get in the way of good; we are better today than we were yesterday, • Positive Attitude: Be a glass half-full kind of person and remember to have fun, • Teamwork without Ego: We put the team above ourselves; we only win together, • Take Initiative: We drive momentum; if there is an opportunity to make us better, we want to hear it About this Role We’re looking for a proactive and customer-focused Retail Sales Manager to run our brand new UK showroom. Day-to-day, you’ll oversee on-site customer experience, and maintain showroom standards. You’ll also handle sales enquiries, be a trusted product expert, and coordinate with the wider team to ensure the showroom runs smoothly and reflects our brand at its best Reporting to the Director of Sales - UK & Europe, this is a full-time (Wednesday to Sunday, inclusive) role based at our Gloucester Head Office. If you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment, and you're passionate about strength and fitness, this is the role for you. What you can expect to be doing • Overseeing daily showroom operations to ensure a premium, customer-focused experience., • Implementing showroom processes and best practices to optimise efficiency and customer satisfaction., • Working towards retail, showroom, and D2C sales targets., • Building and managing relationships with retail partners and resellers., • Supporting the February 2026 showroom launch., • Leading merchandising, product training, and promotional execution., • Providing accurate forecasting, reporting, and market insights., • Collaborating with marketing, operations, logistics, and customer service., • Gather customer feedback and provide insights to support continuous improvement., • Representing REP at events, trade shows, and consumer activations from time-to-time., • Maintaining compliance with company standards, policies, and health & safety guidelines. Who we are looking for At REP Fitness, we understand that our people will shape our success, and ultimately define our value to our customers. We're looking for people who can demonstrate that they're as passionate as our community. Below are some of the experiences, knowledge, and skills that we believe will give you the best chance of success in this role: • Significant retails sales, showroom, or account management experience (preferably within a similar setting)., • A good understanding of the strength and fitness industry, either through professional or personal experiences., • Evidence of implementing excellent customer journey processes and successful visual merchandising., • Demonstrable sales track record and commercial acumen., • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills., • Ability to identify issues and problem solve at pace., • Prior experience of operating Point of Sale systems., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment., • Existing product and brand knowledge is desirable. The successful candidate will be comfortable being based full time (Wed-Sun) at our Gloucestershire-based showroom. A full and valid UK driving license will be a required, due to some travel requirements to events, trade shows, and other consumer activations. What else is on offer for you? • £40,000 to £45,000 per annum + company bonus scheme, • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Company pension scheme, • Private medical cover, • Life assurance, • Employee assistance programme, • Team branded kit, • Staff discounts on REP gear, • Access to an on-site gym, • Free on-site parking, • On-site electric vehicle charging 📩 Ready to help power the growth of REP Fitness in the UK and EU? Apply today.

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Duration: 12 month fixed term contract Location: Gloucester Job Ref: 204373 About The Role Benefact Group are looking for a Group Accountant to join our Gloucester office on a 12 month fixed term contract basis. As a Group Accountant, you will be supporting the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial reporting for the group and its businesses. Why join us? Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that’s committed to making a difference and building a more sustainable future. Ranked amongst the UK's top 50 Best Large Companies to Work For in 2024, we offer fantastic career and development opportunities within a rapidly growing, innovative Group—where all profits go to charity and good causes. What You'll Be Doing • Support the preparation of the Group’s statutory and/or regulatory reporting through sourcing, analysing and preparing financial and narrative information for use in returns and financial statements., • Support the Group Reporting team with the statutory and regulatory reporting Group Governance requirements., • Support the implementation of and improvements to the Group’s accounting controls and procedures for statutory and/or regulatory reporting., • Actively expand personal technical knowledge both informally (networking internally and externally, internet, industry press) and formally (In-house training, CPD), • Proactive engagement with wider Group Finance objectives and projects. What You'll Need To Have • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), • Experienced user of Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Word, • Ability to work effectively in a team or individually, • Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and adapt to needs of the business, • Well organised with a meticulous attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines What Makes You Stand Out • Understanding of IFRS. UK GAAP, Charities SORP and Solvency II experience beneficial, but not essential, • Some experience of preparing statutory accounts, • Knowledge of the Financial Services industry What We Offer • A competitive salary - let's discuss it, • Hybrid working, • Group Personal Pension - up to 12% employer contribution, • Generous annual bonus scheme between 6% and 24%, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a holiday buy and sell scheme, • An array of health and wellbeing benefits, including private healthcare, income protection and life assurance, • £200 annual personal grant to a charity of your choice, • Encouraged to take at least one volunteering day per year, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Full study support to gain professional qualifications, • Access to virtual GP, • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Hear from the hiring manager "A chance to join a small close knit team as we head into our year end process, and to support with changes in 2026." About Us Benefact Group is a unique international financial services Group made up of over 30 businesses. We are owned by a charity and have been the 3rd largest UK corporate donor over a decade*, having given away £250 million since 2014. We have ambitious plans to become the UK’s number one corporate donor, with strategic objectives in place to double the Group’s size. We believe it’s essential to attract, empower, grow and reward talented people, offering fantastic opportunities for career and personal development. Our giving ethos, 135-year history and the diversity of what we do, has enabled us to build a culture of kindness, great ambition, and of passionate people driven to do better and be better. At Benefact Group, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture and building an environment where each and every one of us feels valued and respected. We are a community made up of people with a range of different backgrounds, abilities, perspectives, beliefs and interests and we value the strength this brings to us as a Group. We welcome applications from everyone. If you need any additional support during the recruitment process, then please let us know. • Directory of Social Change’s UK Guides to Company Giving 2017-26

Morgan Hunt are currently recruiting for a Technical Infrastructure Manager- a senior role leading the organisation's IT infrastructure and service delivery. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage all infrastructure services, ensuring availability, capacity, performance and security., • Set strategy, policies and processes for service delivery and continuous improvement., • Oversee budgeting, supplier management and technical team leadership., • Ensure IT services align with business needs and meet agreed SLAs., • Strong background managing complex IT infrastructure and service operations., • Experience in capacity/availability management, risk management and performance monitoring., • Proven senior-level stakeholder engagement and leadership skills., • Solid financial and supplier-management capability., • Gloucestershire based, • Hybrid Working, • Permanent, • £60,912 (*£60,912 uplifted by 13 Market Force Factor up to £80,091 (MFF's reviewed on a annual basis), • Multiple benefits such as pension, holidays and onsite facilities, • Must be eligible for SC Clearance Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Morgan Hunt are currently recruiting for a Technical Infrastructure Manager- a senior role leading the organisation's IT infrastructure and service delivery. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage all infrastructure services, ensuring availability, capacity, performance and security., • Set strategy, policies and processes for service delivery and continuous improvement., • Oversee budgeting, supplier management and technical team leadership., • Ensure IT services align with business needs and meet agreed SLAs., • Strong background managing complex IT infrastructure and service operations., • Experience in capacity/availability management, risk management and performance monitoring., • Proven senior-level stakeholder engagement and leadership skills., • Solid financial and supplier-management capability., • Gloucestershire based, • Hybrid Working, • Permanent, • £60,912 (*£60,912 uplifted by 13 Market Force Factor up to £80,091 (MFF's reviewed on a annual basis), • Multiple benefits such as pension, holidays and onsite facilities, • Must be eligible for SC Clearance Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

JOB DESCRIPTION As a Cost Engineer, you are required to be commercially focused, confident in running your own project as well as working effectively within a team. You will be joining a growing consultancy team working on a variety of contracts within multiple sectors. You will be required to undertake short-term or long-term commissions to address a variety of customer needs. Candidates with a track record of cost management at pre and post contract; working on contracts through the development cycle to the delivery through the construction phase would be preferred. Click the link for the job description, responsibilities, and qualifications - PRJG07 - Cost Engineer.pdf This role is remote with limited travel to Gloucestershire table {mso-displayed-decimal-separator:""; mso-displayed-thousand-separator:"";} tr {mso-height-source:auto;} col {mso-width-source:auto;} td {padding-top:1px; padding-right:1px; padding-left:1px; mso-ignore:padding; color:black; font-size:11.0pt; font-weight:400; font-style:normal; text-decoration:none; font-family:Calibri, sans-serif; mso-font-charset:0; text-align:general; vertical-align:bottom; border:none; white-space:nowrap; mso-rotate:0;} Responsibilities RESPONSIBILITIES • Control, monitor, analyse and report cost related aspects for designated projects within a Portfolio., • Ensure all cost and contract transactions on a project are understood and managed in an appropriate way., • Continually monitor Project Risk and Change status to maintain current forecast., • Liaise with Project team members and contractors with regards to progress and cost forecasting., • Monitor, control and analyse the project cost information, identify variances, and bring these to the attention of the Project Manager with possible alternatives. Prepare specific reports to facilitate challenge and analysis to meet the project’s specific needs., • Challenge cost variances against the baseline plan with individual task leaders/contractors and/or outside stakeholder management as necessary to enable mitigation. Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience • Understand the inter-relationship between time cost and commercial aspects of the project life cycle., • Experience across whole project and programme lifecycle. (e.g., Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation/Commissioning processes)., • Proficient in the interpretation of Earned Value Analysis., • Excellent MS Office skills and well versed in the preparation of reports and information using packages such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint., • Experience across whole project and programme lifecycle. (e.g., Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation/Commissioning processes). Desirable • Working knowledge of Primavera, • Experienced in the use of Finance and Project software., • Working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety legislation. Essential QUALIFICATIONS • Degree / Suitable Experience ABOUT US Costain helps to improve people’s lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK’s energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK’s leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview . A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:

Delivery Postie with Driving Job reference: 327769 Location: Gloucester Delivery Office, GL3 4EE Job type: Permanent contract Hours: 32:30 hours per week, working 5 days across Monday - Sunday, working between 8am-2:30pm. Due to operational demand, you will be required to work 2 in 4 Sunday's on a rota basis between 10:30am-5pm. There has never been a more exciting time to join us! We are reinventing Royal Mail for the future and now is a perfect time to join us on that journey. Each year, we make billions of deliveries possible. Whatever the weather, come rain or shine, we show up. Because for us, it’s personal. For every person, from every walk of life, we deliver. From exam results and tax returns, to wedding invites or online purchases. You could be part of it. Part of the fabric of the nation, bringing trust to the doorstep. A Postie. Delivering for your local community, because you care about the people. The excited faces that open front doors and the small businesses run from bedrooms. It’s a physical job – but it keeps you fit. Interested? Join us and make a difference to the place you call home. A Bit About You • Upbeat, independent and self-motivated, • Organised, punctual and ready to deliver great customer service, • Think of yourself as a people-person and a friendly face in the community, • Happy walking for long periods and working outside in any weather, • Has a strong sense of community and takes pride in what you do, • Has a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points What We Do For You To deliver on our ambition we want the best and that’s why we’re delighted to offer competitive pay and benefits for a permanent role within our sector. For bringing your best and serving our customers with pride, you can expect to receive: • A guaranteed hourly rate of £13.06p/h (paid monthly and adjusted to your working hours)., • Paid overtime, with an enhanced rate of x1.25 for any hours worked over 40 hours a week., • 22.5 days holiday, rising with length of service (adjusted to your working hours if below 40 hours a week) and the option to buy extra leave each year., • Full uniform provided, • Company pension scheme with competitive contribution rates, • Lots of opportunity to develop a career, including our trainee manager roles and Apprentice Schemes, • Excellent family friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave and shared parental leave, • Your Wellbeing - you and your family have 24/7 free access to services and tools to help support your physical and mental health, including financial and social support and advice, • Various discounts including high street vouchers, travel and attraction discounts, and savings on beauty products and gym membership, • Free stamps at Christmas Please note: For candidate search purposes, roles offering between 35-40 hours per week are listed as full-time. However, any role under 40 hours per week will be classified as part-time in the employment contract. Time to apply Ready to become a Postie and deliver for the people in your local community? Hit the apply button now. If your application is successful, the first step will be to invite you to an interview, so please expect an update from one of our recruiters shortly. Please click ___, which will take you to the Information Checklist which lists the acceptable documents. In addition, please also view the Health Matrix, as this provides details of health-related elements you may need to consider. Please ensure your contact details are up to date when submitting your application. Royal Mail Group is committed to inclusion and representing the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals. As a proud Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we especially encourage applications from the Armed Forces community, including cadet instructors and spouses/partners. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss these with your recruiter when contacted. For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please click here: ___

Job Description 1 Year Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) 37.5 hours a week. Days & Nights Rotation. The role At Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Join us as a Staff Nurse on our Ward team, and together, you’ll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in an environment where you’ll have ‘more time to care’. You’ll be valued for your skills and expertise, and have the chance to build on them through our Ramsay Academy too. We put the patient at the heart of everything we do – as our ‘Speaking Up for Safety’ programme proves. Where you’ll be based Winfield Hospital, Gloucester What you’ll bring with you * Current NMC registration * Previous experience working within a surgical ward * Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently * Flexible and positive attitude * A warm, considerate and empathetic character Benefits * 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays * Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options * Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period * Flexible shift patterns available where possible * Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies * Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants * Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary * Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy * Free Parking on site * Subsidised staff restaurant * Concerts for Carers * Employee Assistance Programme * Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords * The Blue Light Card Scheme About us We’re Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we’re one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS. We’re part of a global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth. We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

Our client, is seeking an Assistant Geotechnical Engineer to join their team on a contract or permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects that contribute significantly to local community infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Engagement in all stages of geotechnical schemes, including: Regular monitoring inspections of geotechnical defects Procurement and supervision of ground investigations Report writing (PSSR's, GIR's etc.) Undertaking design and assessment calculations Assisting with construction supervision Preparation of CDM documentation Supporting the project management of schemes Maintaining and developing excellent client relationships Supporting the development of more junior staff through technical training and mentoring Job Requirements: Geotechnical expertise with a passion for working on impactful projects Experience in site monitoring, geotechnical assessment, reporting, and design of geotechnical solutions Relevant Civil or Geotechnical Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or degree level) or progressing towards it Working towards Eng.Tech or Incorporated status with a professional institution Mature and self-aware approach to site safety with knowledge of applicable legislation Strong communication skills with the ability to keep stakeholders and colleagues informed If you are ready to advance your career and contribute to essential highway infrastructure proje...

Job Advert: SEND Specialist – Local Offer Review & Improvement Project Location: Hybrid (home-based with some in-person meetings) Contract: Fixed term, 5 January 2026 – 31 March 2026 A Local Area Partnership in Gloucestershire is seeking a SEND Specialist to lead a short-term project reviewing and improving its Local Offer. This role will ensure the Local Offer is accessible, compliant, and aligned with national policy, and that it meets the needs of children and young people with SEND, their families, and professionals. Key Responsibilities Review Local Offer content from multiple user perspectives. Assess accessibility, relevance, and compliance with national guidance. Identify gaps across education, health, and care services and recommend improvements. Develop a clear project plan and governance framework. Work with partners, parent carers, and young people to co-produce solutions. Support implementation of changes using expert SEND knowledge.About You Degree (or equivalent) in Education, Health, Social Care, or related field. Strong understanding of SEND legislation and national policy priorities. Experience of Local Offer development or SEND service reviews. Confident in project planning and delivery within complex systems. Skilled in partnership working and co-production. Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills. Able to ensure content meets accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).What You...

If you are looking for a role with a values-based organisation that has the people we support at the heart of everything we do, this is the role for you. At POhWER, we are passionate about making a difference in peoples lives and push boundaries to make an impact.If you are ready to take on a role that impacts your community and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, you will be the perfect match for one of our Independent Advocate roles. We have a diverse range of employee, bank workers and volunteers from different backgrounds.Previous or current job roles and experiences working with vulnerable people is beneficial however we are more focused on recruiting based on values and the passion to make a difference. Hours of Work: 37 hours working between 9am - 5pm Monday Friday as required. Location: Home based with travel around the Gloucester. (Applicants should live in the Gloucester; have a full drivers licence and access to their own transport.) Please note: You will be expected to be take a flexible approach and potentially could be expected to commute outside of your specified borough. This commute would be covered within our Milage rate within our policy. Due to the requirements of this role we are happy to also consider applications from outside of the posted location. Salary: Starting Salary £24,242.40 Per annum Contract Type: Permanent Independent Advocate Requirements: Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely. Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases. Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines. Desirable: Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector. Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults. Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations. Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients' best interests. Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply Now! Closing Date: 9AM, Friday 2nd January 2026 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early) An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position. We're proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024. Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle. POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds. TPBN1_UKTJ

Road Safety Engineer - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Road Safety Engineer, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 6th Floor, • Salary: £37,280 - £47,181 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 14/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 11950 About The Team & Role: You will work in a team tasked with doing work that will reduce the risk of road traffic casualties in the county of Gloucestershire, by analysing collision data, implementing speed management initiatives, providing safety reviews of highway design proposals and undertaking Road Safety Audits. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and experience by assisting in the management of road safety schemes, providing advice to colleagues and external partner organisations, reviewing applications to changes in the operation of the highway in terms of speed limits etc. You will develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with other GCC teams and external partner organisations to deliver road safety solutions. You will work with local, regional, and national interest groups in liaison with internal GCC teams to help in the evolution, innovation and promotion of safe, healthy and sustainable travel for all road users. About You: You will have knowledge and appreciation of the Safe Systems approach to road safety. You will have knowledge and experience in improving road safety including requirements for ensuring highway design meets standards and guidance and provides safe solutions for all road users. You will have experience in collision data analysis and deriving solutions to road safety issues. You will be able to undertake Road Safety Audits including being qualified in accordance with GG119. You will need excellent organisational skills to allow you to prioritise workloads and ensure our service levels are maintained. You will need to have a customer-focused nature to help build working relationships with your stakeholders. About Us: Hybrid working arrangements are available for many 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. 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) 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 Jwan Kamla via email at Closing date 14th December 2025 Applicants will be shortlisted and interviewed during the advertisement period. As such the closing date may be altered subject to candidates being successful. Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- 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.

Social Worker - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Social Worker, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Gloucester, • Salary: £38,220 - £40,777 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 14/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 11055 We have full time Social Worker opportunities in our Gloucester Locality Team based in the heart of the city of Gloucester, with great access routes to the M5. We offer a mix of office, community and home working and have free staff parking when working in the office. 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 conditions. There's never been a better time to make the move! If you’re a Skilled Worker already living and working in the UK , with a minimum of 1 year’s 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 ___ 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. To find out more about our Gloucester Locality Team, ___ or if you want to learn more about the team, please email to arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager. About us: 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. ___. About you: As well as your experience as a frontline social worker, you will need: • Social Work qualification, • Social Work England registration, • To have passed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE – applicable since 2012) or have an equivalent qualification or 2+ years post qualifying statutory experience, • Evidence of continuing professional development 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 Offer: Our people do all they can to make the difference to local communities in Gloucestershire. And that’s exactly what we aim to do for our people. Here are some of the ways we aim to achieve this: • Up to £8,000 relocation package subject to qualifying conditions, • 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays, • Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part time employees), • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • Free staff parking, • Regular formal and informal support, • Safe, supportive and positive working environment, • Training and development opportunities, • Family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family, • 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 We are an easy commute from many locations, ___ see what we mean. 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 To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- This Position is subject to a 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 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.

Advanced Practitioner Leaving Care - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Advanced Practitioner Leaving Care, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £48,226 - £51,356 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 28/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12724 Reward and Support For all your hard work, you will receive the following: • between £48,226 - £51,356 per annum subject to experience, • £4,000 welcome payment*, • £2,000 retention payment*, • up to £8,000 relocation package*, • flexible and agile working opportunities, • 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service (pro rata for part-time staff), • option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff), • family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family, • 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, • links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network, • career development and qualification opportunities, • access to our Social Work Academy, • Cycle to Work scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply) In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children’s Services have been officially judged as ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ elements. Ofsted also said ‘Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.’ This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our children and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive. Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to be part of an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. About the team As part of a project team, we actively encourage new ideas and are testing fresh ways of working to better meet the needs of care experienced young people and the wider service. The direction of travel for our service is evolving in response to the national and local agenda, including changes to the Staying Close framework, so we’re looking for individuals who are adaptable, open to change, and motivated to take on emerging responsibilities as our work develops. The team currently consists of one Senior Leaving Care Personal Advisor, who leads on group work, independent living skills, and ASDAN, and two Leaving Care Personal Advisors, each of whom are anticipated to lead on specific areas of service such as housing. About You As well as your experience, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: • a full driving licence and willingness to drive, • DBS clearance For an informal chat about this role, please contact Tina Philp at We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. Interviews are due to take place in person on Friday 9th January 2026. If you would like to find out more about our Children's Service please take a look here: ___ We may be able to offer sponsorship for this role, in line with Home Office guidance and subject to pre-employment checks. Applicants must already hold a valid right to work in the UK that Gloucestershire County Council can transfer. *Please note that all our welcome and retention payments are subject to terms and conditions as well as tax and national insurance deductions Under the terms of our Safer Recruitment Policy, if you are invited to interview, we will take up safeguarding references prior to your interview to understand your suitability to work with vulnerable children. These references will then be discussed in your interview. Please give details of at least two referees, one of whom must be your present and/or last employer and the other from a previous employer(s). These will need to cover the last three years of employment/education. In the case of applicants leaving full time education or not having worked since doing so, the Head of School, College or University should be one of the named referees. We do not accept references from friends or family members or workplace colleagues (who are not more senior). To ensure we process your application in a speedy and efficient way, we will contact your referees by DocuSign. Where appropriate, please inform them of your application. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- This position is subject to a 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.

Social Workers (Adults) - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Adult Social Worker, • Job Location: Various across the county, • Salary: £38,220 - £40,777 per annum pro rata + relocations allowance of up to £8,000*, • Benefits: Free onsite or offsite parking and also ___, • Hours per Week: Various, full time and part time, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Job Requisition Number: 3495 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! Salary Skilled Worker Social Worker: £38,220 per annum with a relocations package of up to £8,000* for eligible applicants. Salary Experienced Adults Social Worker: £39,152 - £40,777 per annum with a relocations package of up to £8,000* for eligible applicants. 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 conditions. There's never been a better time to make the move! ___ 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 ___ We have full time and part time Social Worker opportunities across Gloucestershire in our Adults Social Care Services. To find out more about our teams, ___ or if you want to learn more about team, please email to arrange an informal discussion with one of the Team Managers. 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. ___. This is a fantastic opportunity to join Gloucestershire County Council. You can be confident of becoming part of welcoming, passionate, innovative, and highly supportive teams. 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. 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. ___ 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. Please note you must hold a full driving licence and have the willingness to drive (exceptions under the Equality Act may apply) We’re closer than you think: We are an easy commute from many locations, ___ 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. For an informal discussion, please email To start your journey with us, click ‘Apply’ today! To start your journey with us, click ‘Apply’ today! Additional Information: To access the Job Profiles for thess roles, please follow the links below:- Thess positions are 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 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.

Educational Psychologist - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Educational Psychologist, • Job Location: Gloucester, Cheltenham and Stroud, • Salary: £50,627 - £60,160 (+ up to 3 SPA) per annum, • Hours per Week: 37 Full time, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Job Requisition Number: 11478, • Trainee EPs qualifying in September 2026 (current TEP Y2), • Trainee EPs qualifying in September 2025 (current TEP Y3), • Be committed to the delivery of children’s workforce development and support for parents, • Be able to work effectively in both rural and urban settings Our Values: • Align with the recent BPS Campaign (October 2024) for equitable access to EPs in England, • Ensure every maintained education setting has a linked Educational Psychologist, free at the point of delivery, • Focus on retaining Educational Psychologists in local authority employment with a fully funded workforce plan, • Opportunity to work in an exciting and growing consultation service, • A variety of work in both rural and urban settings, • A strong CPD programme and training opportunities, • A strong induction support package, • An established programme of professional supervision and peer support, • A range of generic and specialist work within the 0-25 age range in all types of educational settings, • Salary on Soulbury Scale 5-10 (+3 SPA points) A welcome package including recruitment and retention payment for applicable roles We believe that psychologists are most effective when they have enough time to do a range of work in schools/settings. Our planning/consultation model offers a wide core offer to all schools and settings in the county, alongside a comprehensive workforce development offer and strategic projects. Our initiatives include mental health in schools, ELSA and ELKLAN, and promoting functional skills and independence for young people. To support our growth, we have received funding to increase the size of the EPS, allowing EPs to spend more time in schools and settings, building relationships and promoting projects and the wider application of psychology within education. For an informal discussion, please contact 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. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- This Position is subject to an Enhanced DBS with barred list check. The council will consider sponsorship for this role, in line with Home Office regulations and subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks 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.

Planning Officer - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Planning Officer, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 5th Floor, • Salary: £37,280 - £40,777, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 14/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12768 About The Team and The Role It’s an exciting time to be part of Gloucestershire County Council. We’re looking ahead and finding new ways to build a county that’s innovative, skilled, prosperous, inclusive, healthy, sustainable, resilient and a magnet for growth. From improved transport links to better internet connectivity, we’re making Gloucestershire a great county to live, work and visit. To help realise our ambitions, we’re looking for a Planning Officer to join us in the Transport Planning team, with the opportunity to progress through to Senior Planning Officer level. At GCC, you’ll benefit from a supportive, inclusive environment, where you’ll be encouraged to shine and make the most of your unique talents. We’re serious about building the workforce of tomorrow so we’ll invest in your skills and empower you to progress. As our Planning Officer/Senior Planning Officer, you’ll make an impact as you support the Principal Planning Officer and Transport Planning Team Manager across various activities to develop planning and transport policies and strategies, and support compliance. You’ll provide valuable input to the Local Transport Plan, monitor its delivery, support the development of District Local Plans and prepare reports for Members, Senior Management and Government. You’ll also develop and implement specific transport policies in partnership with relevant departments, as well as other local authorities, agencies, consultants, and contractors. About you We’re looking for someone who brings political awareness and holds either a qualification or the equivalent experience in Transport Planning, Planning Policy, or a related subject. As a strategic thinker, you’re able to handle complex work. You have good presentation and report writing skills with the ability to meet deadlines. In addition, you have some knowledge of relevant planning legislation and policies at national, regional, and local level. To be successful in your application, it’s important that you bring a good understanding or willingness to learn about planning processes and researching and analysing information. You also have some knowledge and willingness to learn about sustainable transport policies and best practice. As your work may involve some travel across the county, it’s preferable that you hold a full, valid driving licence. 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 Luisa Senft-Hayward via email at Closing date 14th December 2025 Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- 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. 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.

Asst Head of Out of Hospital Pathways - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Asst Head of Out of Hospital Pathways, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £53,937 - £57,844 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: fixed term, • Duration: One year, • Closing Date: 04/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 12831, • This post is not open to job share Are you ready to make a real impact in adult social care? Are you looking for the next step in your leadership and management career? Step into a pivotal leadership role where your expertise will shape the future of hospital discharge pathways and drive meaningful change across the county. About the role We are looking for an Assistant Head of Out of Hospital on a 12-month secondment basis. The Assistant Head of Out of Hospital Pathways will provide strategic and operational support to the Head of Service, taking a lead role in the management and development of the Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team. As a key member of the Adult Social Care (ASC) Senior Leadership Team, the post-holder will drive service improvement, ensure value for money, and deliver high-quality customer service. About you You will be a qualified social worker who is registered with Social Work England. You will have proven experience in the leadership, management, and development of teams, along with a desire to progress these skills further. You will have substantial experience working within adult social care, and in working with partner agencies, stakeholders, and other professionals at a senior level. You will be confident and resilient and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where rapid but considered decisions need to be made to ensure the movement of people to the most appropriate environment to facilitate their recovery. You will have in-depth knowledge and understanding of the legal and policy framework in relation to adult social care. About us Our people do all they can to make the difference to local communities in Gloucestershire. And that is exactly what we aim to do for our people! Here are some of the ways we aim to achieve this: • Regular formal and informal support, • Safe, supportive, and positive working environment with regular, reflective supervision, • Access to training and development and leadership conferences, enabling you to develop your skills, • 30 days annual leave, • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • 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., • GCC's Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme, • Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply) We are an easy commute from many locations, ___ to see what we mean. Applying Please, seek for your line manager's approval before applying. Please write your application with consideration for the essential criteria on the Job Profile. This should include examples why you should be considered; the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. For an informal discussion, please contact to arrange a convenient time for a call back. Or click ‘Apply’ below to start your journey! 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: 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. 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. 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.

Administrator - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Administrator, • Job Location: Gloucester (Hempsted Site), • Salary: £26,403 - £27,694 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 17/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12347 Gloucestershire Equipment Loan Service (GELS) is excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Administrator to join our friendly and supportive team at our Hempsted site in Gloucester. This is your chance to be part of a service that truly makes a difference to people across Gloucestershire, helping them live independently and safely in their own homes. This is a full-time position, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. About GELS We play a vital role in supporting the residents of Gloucestershire. Our service ensures the distribution, delivery, collection, and maintenance of medical equipment helping people return home from hospital and remain independent. We deliver this essential service on behalf of Gloucestershire County Council and One Gloucestershire, and we take pride in the positive impact we have on our community. Find out more here ___ What You’ll Be Doing As a Administrator, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Your responsibilities will include: • Accurate data entry and monitoring across relevant systems, • Responding to queries via telephone, email, and face-to-face interactions, • Supporting financial processes , including electronic procurement and accurate purchase recording for budget monitoring We are looking for someone who thrives in an administrative environment. The ideal candidate will have: • Experience of working in an office, • Customer-focused approach (internal and external), • Good IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, • Strong interpersonal skills Above all, you should • Perform to the highest professional standards, • Focus on providing excellent customer service, • Be inclusive, show respect and value others, • Work collaboratively as part of a team About Us Our people make a difference to local communities in Gloucestershire—and we aim to do the same for them. Here’s what you can expect: 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, • Plus, 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, • Excellent 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 Please write your application with consideration for the 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 you would bring to the post. Please also include details of your English and Maths GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) in the application form. To arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager, please email or click ‘Apply’ . Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below: 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. 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.

Direct Payment Support Officer - This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Direct Payment Support Officer, • Job Location: 92-96 Westgate Street, • Salary: £16.74 -£17.57 per hour, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Temporary, • Duration: 3 months, • Closing Date: 09/12/2025 The Direct Payment Support Officer plays a vital role in the management of a variety of administrative functions across the Direct Payment Team, including the transactional management of prepaid cards, the handling of customer queries and the management of payments and invoices. This is what we need you to do... • Ensure the transactional management of prepaid cards, undertaking a super-user function for the financial management system, • Assist with financial tasks, for example: administrative tasks associated with the management of prepaid cards, invoices, changes to funding packages and financial reconciliation, • Ensure timely payments, by inputting Direct Payment Support Plans onto the relevant financial management and case recording systems, • Discharge a variety of administrative functions across the Direct Payment Team, contributing to improved outcomes for individuals and delivering the council’s plans, priorities and strategies that achieve value for money, consistent with good practice, • Maintain and assist with the provision of management information regarding Direct Payments, • Assist with the development and maintenance of filing and recording systems for the Direct Payments team, • Support with the development of systems and processes concurrent with the successful delivery of Direct Payment functions, • Attend relevant meetings, providing guidance and information on the delivery aspects of pre-paid cards, • To carry out specific projects as required We encourage and welcome applications from people from ALL backgrounds and protected characteristics; applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their race, colour, religion or belief, age, nationality, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions, paternity or adoption), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or caring responsibilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. Where the evidence shows that ‘protected characteristics’ are under represented in a profession or service, the Council may take ‘positive action’ to encourage applications for jobs to address this. Monitoring and ongoing development of outcomes As part of the annual appraisal, outcome-based targets will be developed in conjunction with the post holder and will supplement this job profile. The job profile will be subject to regular review and the Council reserves its right to amend or add to the accountabilities listed above. The ideal candidate will have... Experience: • Undertaking an administration support function, desirably within a financial setting, • Processing invoices or other procurement related activities, • Assisting with customer enquiries, including internal and external customers, • Working with multi agency partners, • Working with management information, including presenting management information using reports, tables, and graphs, • Working to deadlines, prioritising a range of work programmes, • Knowledge, Skills and Understanding, • Good communication skills, verbal and written, • Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to the position, including (but not limited to), The Data Protection Act and The General Data Protection Regulations, and The Care Act 2014 and associated Direct Payment Regulations, • Administration skills, including telephony and ICT capabilities, • Demonstrable financial acumen, including the use of databases and spreadsheets Behavioural attributes, • Aligns with Gloucestershire Employee Values and behaviours, • Committed to continuous improvement, • Customer focused and able to communicate appropriately with customers and members of the public, • Flexible and self-motivated, • Ability to work on own initiative, • Ability to work effectively as part of a team with a collaborative approach Education & Qualifications, • Educated to GCSE level 9-4 in Math and English (or equivalent) Additional Information This role is via the Temporary Staff Service, please click here ___ for more information. 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.

HR Advisor - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: HR Advisor, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 4th Floor, • Salary: £37,280 - £47,181 per annum, (career grade progression), • Hours per Week: Please refer below, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: One year, • Closing Date: 16/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 13086, • 12-month Fixed Term – Pay & Reward (Secondment Cover) - 37 Hours per week, • 12-month Fixed Term – Employee Relations (Secondment Cover) - 37 Hours per week This is a career grade position at Grade 8/9 . Your starting salary will be determined by relevant experience and qualifications. We welcome applications from candidates who meet either the Grade 8 or Grade 9 criteria within the role profile. • Lead and support pay and reward initiatives that align with organisational objectives and industry best practice, • Develop, review, and implement HR policies to ensure legal compliance and operational efficiency, • Manage consultation processes with key stakeholders including trade unions and employee groups, • Provide expert guidance on employment terms and conditions across multiple frameworks including Soulbury, Teachers, Green Book, and Grey Book, • Ensure HR procedures comply with current employment legislation and sector-specific guidance, • Support job evaluation processes and grading reviews, • Contribute to strategic workforce planning and reward benchmarking activities, • Lead and support organisational change management projects, including restructures, service redesigns, and transformation initiatives, • Manage TUPE transfers and provide expert advice on complex transfer situations, • Facilitate consultation processes with trade unions and staff representatives on change programmes, • Develop and implement change management strategies that minimise disruption and support staff wellbeing, • Provide guidance on restructuring processes, including redundancy, redeployment, and ring-fencing arrangements, • Handle complex employee relations casework (approximately 10% of the role), including disciplinary, grievance, and capability matters, • Ensure organisational change complies with employment legislation and best practice, • Experience in pay and reward practices and policy development, • Proven track record in leading consultations with trade unions and stakeholder groups, • Knowledge of local government pay frameworks (Green Book, Grey Book, Soulbury, Teachers), • Significant experience in organisational change management, including restructures and TUPE transfers, • Proven ability to manage complex change programmes from inception to completion, • Experience in consultation processes, ideally working with trade unions, • Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practices, • CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience, • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, • Ability to manage complex projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment 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) If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please express an interest in this position by submitting a CV today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button. Due to volume of applications anticipated, unfortunately no feedback will be provided for those applicants not invited for interview. Please ensure you clearly state within your personal statement which position you are wishing to apply for. If you have the skills, experience, and passion to make a positive difference, we'd love to hear from you. For an informal discussion about these roles, please contact: Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- 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.

Refurbishment and Distribution Operative - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Refurbishment and Distribution Operative, • Job Location: Gloucester (Mitcheldean site), • Salary: £25,185 - £27,694 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 18/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12635 Gloucestershire Equipment Loan Service (GELS) has two full-time vacancies for Refurbishment and Distribution Operatives at its Mitcheldean site. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established, supportive team and make a real difference to people across Gloucestershire. The main responsibilities of this role involve the refurbishment, processing, packing and distribution of healthcare goods and equipment. About the Role: Gloucestershire Equipment Loan Service (GELS) plays an important role in supporting the care sector in Gloucestershire. We are responsible for the refurbishment, distribution, delivery, collection and maintenance of equipment to support people being discharged from hospital and to help people to remain independent in their own home. The service is delivered on behalf of Gloucestershire County Council and One Gloucestershire. Responsibilities include: • Unloading medical equipment for refurbishment from vans, • Operating machinery to sanitise scrap items, • Loading & unloading of equipment through the refurbishment process, • Using a scanner to move items to their correct locations on internal systems, • Ensuring Health & Safety guidelines are adhered to when undertaking the role, • The routine renovation of products in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions About You: The ideal candidate will have worked in a production or warehouse environment and have experience of these processes and procedures. You will have experience working in a team and be happy working independently. You will have a focus on quality and a positive, can-do attitude. If you are friendly and outgoing with good communication skills this could be the ideal role for you! Our ___ 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: Our people do all they can to make the difference to local communities in Gloucestershire. And that’s exactly what we aim to do for our people. Here are some of the ways we aim to achieve this: • 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays, • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • Free parking at our site in Mitcheldean, • Regular formal and informal support, • Safe, supportive and positive working environment, • Training and development opportunities, • 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 Please write your application with consideration for the 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. Please also include details of your English and Maths GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) in the application form. To arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager, please email 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:- 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. 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.

Children in Care Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Children in Care Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker, • Job Location: Cheltenham, • Salary: £39,152 - £47,181 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 07/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 10000 About us For all your hard work. You will receive the following; • between £39,152 - £40,777 per annum for a Social Worker or between £41,771 - £47,181 per annum for a Senior Social Worker subject to experience, • annual retention payment of £2,000*, • welcome payment of £4,000*, • up to £8,000 relocation package*, • 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 policies and benefits to help support you and your family, • 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, • links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network, • career development and qualification opportunities, • access to our Social Work Academy In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children’s Services have been officially judged as ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ elements. Ofsted also said ‘Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.’ This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our children and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive. Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to be part of an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. As a Social Worker in a Children in Care team you will have a case load of children who may have a plan for adoption, special guardianship, long term fostering or returning home to family. As one of our Social Workers we want you to focus on empowering children by making sure their voices are heard and their life history is considered. We aim to ensure all children in our care have the same opportunities as our own children and are passionate corporate parents to them all. Your role is essential for these children/young people, you support, guide and advise them as they grow into young people ready to face the world as adults. You will be required to act as the corporate parent for each child you work with, undertaking direct work, getting to know them and their family whilst ensuring they have access to excellent health, education, activities, hobbies and a stable home built on love. You will be an advocate for them, support them and those around them including the foster carers (or residential provider) and family which will ultimately benefit the young person and lead to better life long outcomes. Our team structures are designed to ensure there is the right level of support available to staff and that caseloads are kept at a manageable level with a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, 5 Social Workers this may include an ASYE and international socials workers. We need resilient, driven individuals who will play their part in making our vision for Children’s Services a success. You will be joining an authority with a strong set of values that underpin the work we do Accountability, Empowerment, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect. About you As a Social Worker within our Children in Care teams, you will be instrumental in delivering a first-class service to ensure the best outcomes for the children and young people of Gloucestershire. Through building positive relationships with colleagues within the service and partner agencies you will ensure we are able to provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk. As well as your experience as a frontline social worker, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: • Social Work England registration, • a recognised qualification in Social Work, • to have passed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) if qualified after 2012, • a full driving licence and willingness to drive, • DBS clearance How to a pply For an informal chat about this role, please email with your name, number and what you wish to discuss and a member of the team will give you a call within 48 hours. *Please note, all our welcome and retention payments are non-contractual, pro rata for part-time staff and subject to National Insurance and tax deductions. We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable amount of applications or fill the vacancy/vacancies. Interviews for this vacancy will take place in person week commencing 15th December 2025. The council will consider sponsorship for this role, in line with Home Office regulations and subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- This position is subject to a 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.

Project Manager - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Project Manager, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 2nd Floor, • Salary: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 11/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12829, • This post is not open to job share Are you a dynamic and ambitious individual looking for the next step in your career? If, like us, you want to make a real difference to people’s lives and enjoy working in a team committed to change, then this opportunity could be just for you! About the role: The Adult Transformation Team is looking for a full-time Project Manager. Your work will include scoping and delivering a series of change projects and initiatives in different areas of the care system. You will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of ambitious, complex and multi-faceted transformation workstreams, including elements of system redesign and implementation, remodelling of services, behaviour change and delivery of savings. This role is a career progression over Grade 8,9 & 10, with each Grade reflecting the qualifications, skills, and experience required. You will initially be appointed to Grade 8 and provided with training and development opportunities to help you progress through the grades over time, subject to meeting the requirements outlined in the job profile at each Grade. About you: You will have proven experience in project management along with a desire to progress these skills further. You will have strategic and critical thinking, creative problem-solving and a flexible ‘can-do’ attitude; commitment to team work to deliver outcomes. You will be highly organised, and able to balance competing demands and meet tight deadlines without direct supervision. 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. ___. 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 an exciting opportunity to work in an establishing Integrated Care System which ensures that health and care are considered as a joint provision across the county. You will join a small team based at Shire Hall in Gloucester, working as part of an agile working offer (which includes working from home combined with time in the office). If you join us, you can be confident of becoming part of a welcoming, supportive, passionate, innovative, and highly experienced team. The suitable candidate will be well supported within their role and will receive regular supervision. Our offer: Our people do all they can to make the difference to local communities in Gloucestershire. And that’s exactly what we aim to do for our people. Here are some of the ways we aim to achieve this: • Regular formal and informal support, • Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision, • 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, • Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply), • Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network., • Annual leave up to 30.5 days after 5 years employment (Grade 11), • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • Staff discount scheme that offers access to great savings including discounts with major supermarket chains and high street retailers Please write your application with consideration for the essential criteria on the Job Profile. This should include examples why you should be considered; the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact to arrange a convenient time for a call back. 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: The interviews will be held on the week commencing January 5th, 2026. To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below: 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.

Multi-Site Relief Care Worker - Casual This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Multi-Site Relief Care Worker, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £25,584 - £26,835 per annum (pro rata), • Contract Type: Casual, • Job Requisition Number: 8900, • This post is not open to job share Are you compassionate, empathetic, caring, and hard working? Are you looking for a career where you can make a real and meaningful difference to the lives of others, but you are not able to commit to a permanent role? Then we would love to hear from you! About the role: Joining as a Multi-Site Relief Care Worker is a fantastic career choice that allows you to do just that! We are currently looking for Relief Care workers who are active, kind and respectful to join our multi-site relief staffing team. You will work across the Adult Social Care in-house services within GCC, to supplement existing care teams when required, to ensure the quality, safety, and effectiveness of the service . Whilst you are under no obligation to accept shifts, we do ask that you are committed to supporting our permanent teams by working shifts where possible. Relief Care Workers are crucial members of the team that ensure consistent care across the in-house services during busy periods, when permanent staff are unwell or on leave and they do make the world of difference - seeing a friendly and familiar face is so important to the people we support when permanent team members aren't available. Our Services are continuously evolving, and as such, this role and related responsibilities may be subject to minor change. Please email to arrange an informal discussion About you: You will be experienced in supporting or working with vulnerable people, ideally adults in a care setting. You will use your strong communication and listening skills to communicate effectively with a range of people in a clear, open and easy to understand way. You will treat the people you are supporting with compassion, dignity, respect and empathy. You have a positive attitude and can confidently deal with challenges and problems that may arise. You will have a Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care or be willing to undertake it. You will also be willing to undertake the Care Certificate learning as part of the induction programme for the role. 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: Accountability - we do what we say we will Integrity - we are honest, fair and speak up Empowerment - we enable communities and colleagues to be the best they can Respect - we value and listen to each other Excellence - we continually improve through listening, learning and innovation 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. 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. For an informal discussion or to find out more about the apprenticeship opportunity, please contact to arrange a convenient time for a call back. 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 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 ___ for guidance. Should you experience any issues logging in, please email or call for support. Additional Information: To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below: This Position is subject to a 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. 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. 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.

Customer Service Officer - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Customer Service Officer, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £28,142 - £29,540 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: One year, • Closing Date: 10/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 13052 If you have the right level of transferable skills, why not apply now? Full training will be provided! About The Team & Role: The Customer Service Team is a multi-channel first point of contact for a variety of internal and external customers. We provide a high quality of service delivery across a diverse range of services on behalf of Gloucestershire County Council, through various channels both traditional and contemporary. Adult Social Care Support service duties currently include the initial review of adult social care enquiries, safeguarding enquiries and decision making on referrals. The Customer Service Team respond to queries through several channels these include Shire Hall reception services, phone, email and web-based enquiries. The developments in technology will continue to underpin the work of Customer Services Officers. If you are a creative individual with the ability to ensure that queries are answered effectively, efficiently and in line with the Council’s policies and procedures, we would like to hear from you. To get an idea of what it's like to work in our Customer Service Team for Adult Social Care team ___ and ___ We work flexibly with a mix of office and home working although during the probation period (first 6 months), you will be working from the office, based at Shire Hall in Gloucester. This is a great time to join Gloucestershire County Council, as we are on an exciting journey. Customer Service Team is based at Shire Hall in Gloucester and you will work with enthusiastic and supportive colleagues who are passionate about their work and what they achieve together as a team. Joining our Customer Service Team can be a great opportunity towards developing a long-term and rewarding career with the Council. About You: You need to have excellent communication skills, have a confident telephone manner and respond positively during difficult conversations. You will be self-motivated, pragmatic, resilient and take ownership of enquiries to resolution. You will have the ability to follow work instructions and look for continuous improvements in how we do things. About Us: In return for your commitment, you’ll be entitled to our full benefits package, including: • Flexible and agile working opportunities, • 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service, • Plus, 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, • Excellent 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, • Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network. Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply) How to Apply: Please write your application with consideration for the essential criteria on the Job Profile. This should include examples why you should be considered; the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. For an informal discussion, contact to arrange a call back or apply by clicking on the button below. Look out for an email from us to get you booked in! Don’t forget to check your junk and spam! Additional Information: To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below: 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. 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. 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.

Contracts Officer (Energy from Waste) - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Contracts Officer (Energy from Waste), • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 1, 1st Floor, • Salary: £48,226-£51,356 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date:, • Job Requisition Number: 10345 Come and join our passionate and talented waste team. The Waste Management Team manages the Waste Disposal Authority functions at Gloucestershire County Council. This is a vital role supporting the management of contracts related to the operation of the Council’s energy from waste facility and the associated sale of the electricity it generates. The role has a particular focus on data management and finance but is also varied, involving regular site visits and interaction with numerous stakeholders. About you You will have proven experience in the management of contracts, financial forecasting, data management and stakeholder engagement across both the public and private sectors. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data along with advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential. You will also have excellent communication skills, demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences in the form of reports or presentations. You will enjoy a busy and varied working environment and have the ability to prioritise your workload on a daily basis. An understand of waste management and the energy industry would be beneficial but is not essential. About Us For all your hard work, you will receive the following: Flexible and agile working opportunities 24.5 days annual leave rising to 29.5 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 Rachel Ferris via email at Closing date Sunday 18th January 2026 Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview on Thursday 5th February and Friday 6th February 2026. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- 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.

Business Analyst - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Business Analyst, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 2nd Floor, • Salary: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: 18 months, • Closing Date: 08/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12679, • This post is not open to job share Are you looking for the next step in your career? If, like us, you want to make a real difference to people’s lives and enjoy working in a team committed to change, then this opportunity could be just for you! About the role The Adult Transformation Team is looking for a full-time Business Analyst on 18 months fixed term contract. This role is central to supporting the delivery of aims and objectives within our People Experience portfolio and the deliveryof our new Target Operating Model across Adult Social Care. You’ll be responsible for analysing and interpreting performance and feedback data, helping to inform decision-making and drive improvements. Working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, you’ll turn complex information into actionable insights and compelling stories that support transformation. About us You will join a small team based at Shire Hall in Gloucester, working as part of an agile working offer (which includes working from home combined with time in the office). If you join us, you can be confident of becoming part of a welcoming, supportive, passionate, innovative, and highly experienced team. The suitable candidate will be well supported within their role and will receive formal training and regular supervision. About you You will have proven experience in process and data management, governance and analysis. You are a highly organised and solutions-focused individual with a passion for using data and information to drive meaningful change in Adult Social Care. With strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach, you turn complex information into clear insights that support strategic decision-making. 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. ___ 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. Our Offer Our people do all they can to make the difference to local communities in Gloucestershire. And that’s exactly what we aim to do for our people. Here are some of the ways we aim to achieve this: • Regular formal and informal support, • Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision, • Clear career progression pathways, to support you in progressing professionally and personally, • 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., • Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply), • Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network., • Annual leave 25.5 days, • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • Staff discount scheme that offers access to great savings including discounts with major supermarket chains and high street retailers Previous applicants need not apply. Please write your application with consideration for the essential criteria on the Job Profile. This should include examples why you should be considered; the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. For an informal discussion about this role, please contact to arrange a convenient time for a call back. 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. We’re closer than you think: We are an easy commute from many locations, ___ to see what we mean. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below: 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.

Residential Practitioner- Children's Home - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Residential Practitioner- Children's Home, • Job Location: Gloucester, • Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 per annum (plus enhanced pay for unsociable hours and sleep-in allowance), • Hours per Week: 37, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 21/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 9880 Are you driven by purpose? Do you believe every child deserves safety, love, and the chance to thrive? If you're passionate about transforming lives and want to be part of something truly meaningful, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for compassionate, resilient, and dedicated individuals to join our growing team in our newly opened children’s homes. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to be a positive force in a child’s life, every single day. About us Right child, right support, right time, every time Following our June 2025 Ofsted inspection, our Children’s Services were rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ elements. Ofsted praised our leadership for creating a culture where children, families, and staff feel valued and heard, and where risk is managed confidently and ethically. We’re proud to be launching new purpose-driven children’s homes, each designed to meet specific needs. These homes are built around trauma-informed care, clinical support, and staff development — ensuring our practitioners are empowered to deliver the highest standards of care. What makes us different? • on-site mental health clinicians to guide trauma-informed practice., • Advanced Practitioner-led training to support your growth and confidence. About you We are looking for individuals who are: • passionate about supporting children and young people flourish., • are empathetic, patient, and resilient, with strong teamwork and communication skills., • can build trusting relationships with children who may have experienced trauma., • are flexible to work shifts, evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins., • are committed to learning and professional development. Experience in residential care is welcomed but not essential, we’ll provide full training and ongoing support. As well as your experience of working with children, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: • Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or an equivalent qualification, or a commitment to achieving the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare within two years of commencing employment at the home if you do not already have this qualification., • a full driving licence and willingness to drive As a Residential Practitioner, you will: • deliver high-quality, personalised care in a safe and nurturing environment., • use a trauma-informed approach to support emotional healing and growth., • encourage positive behaviour, life skills, and independence., • work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to implement tailored care plans., • support children in education, recreation, and personal development., • handle challenging situations with professionalism and therapeutic techniques. Why Join Us? • be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team., • receive specialist training and clinical support., • make a lasting impact on children’s lives. For additional information about this role please reach out to • Any hours worked between 20.00 – 06.00, weekends and Bank Holidays attract an unsociable payment over and above the basic salary for this post. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held on Thursdays. We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. Under the terms of our Safer Recruitment Policy, if you are invited to interview, we will take up safeguarding references prior to your interview to understand your suitability to work with vulnerable children. These references will then be discussed in your interview. Please give details of at least two referees, one of whom must be your present and/or last employer and the other from a previous employer(s). These will need to cover the last three years of employment/education. In the case of applicants leaving full time education or not having worked since doing so, the Head of School, College or University should be one of the named referees. We do not accept references from friends or family members or workplace colleagues (who are not more senior). To ensure we process your application in a speedy and efficient way, we will contact your referees by DocuSign. Where appropriate, please inform them of your application. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- This position is subject to a DBS check. Please ensure that your personal statement relates to this particular role and that a full CV is uploaded. If information is missed off your application, the hiring managers may not review it. 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.

Trees & Green Spaces Apprenticeship - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Trees & Green Spaces Apprenticeship, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £15,580 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: Two years, • Closing Date: 08/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12342 About the Team and Role We have three apprenticeships positions to join our team. You work to achieve Level 2 Arborist Certificate. Working to undertake tree planting, maintenance, and landscape activities, including monitoring health of sites within your defined geographical area, in accordance with industry standards. There are two positions 2 year fixed term contracts available, which will form part of two teams covering the Gloucestershire County. Entry Level Apprentice Pay 2025/26 Level 2 (Year 1) £15,580 Level 2 (year 2) £19, Year old rate) £23,557 (21+ Year old rate) About you You will be enthusiastic, enjoy working outdoors and having a interest in nature, biodiversity and impacts on the environment. About us 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 Sara Noons, Trees & Greenspace Manager via email at Closing date 8th December 2025. Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- 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 a 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.

Residential Practitioner, Children's Home Bank - Casual This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Residential Practitioner, Children's Home Bank, • Job Location: Gloucester, • Salary: £15.12 - £16.41 per hour (plus enhanced pay for unsociable hours and sleep-in allowance), • Hours per Week: various, • Contract Type: Casual, • Closing Date: 21/12/2025 About us In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children’s Services have been officially judged as ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ elements. Ofsted also said ‘Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.’ This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our children and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive. Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to be part of an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. We're excited to be opening our new children’s homes. Each home has a specific purpose. We have one small home dedicated to providing short term care, supporting younger children to make the transition to foster care or to return home. We have a larger home for older children with a plan of long term residential care and we will support them to transition towards independence through the use of our supported accommodation studios. Our third home will be supporting older children with a plan of ‘step down’ from residential care to foster care or a return home. We are committed to supporting our staff in delivering the highest quality of care to the children in our homes. To strengthen this, we have recruited 2 Children and mental health clinicians, who will have a regular presence in the home to guide and support our team in working in a trauma-informed way. In addition, we have integrated an Advanced Practitioner who will lead residential training strategies focused on your professional development. This role will ensure that you receive the skills, knowledge, and ongoing support needed to thrive in your position and to continuously improve the care you provide. About you We are looking for individuals who are: • passionate about supporting children and young people to thrive., • resilient, empathetic, and patient, with strong communication and teamwork skills., • able to build trust and positive relationships with children who may have experienced trauma., • willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins., • committed to professional development and continuous learning., • Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) or an equivalent qualification. We are required to see your original qualification certificate and qualification transcripts so please ensure you have these for when they are requested, • a full driving licence and willingness to drive As a Residential Practitioner, you will: • provide high-quality, personalized care to children and young people in a residential setting., • promote a trauma-informed approach to care, using your understanding of each child’s individual needs and experiences., • encourage positive behaviour and support the young people in developing life skills, emotional resilience, and independence., • work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver tailored care plans, ensuring the safety, welfare, and well-being of every child., • build positive relationships with the children, their families, and other professionals involved in their care., • manage challenging behaviours calmly and professionally, applying therapeutic techniques to support children through difficult times., • help children engage in education, recreational activities, and personal development opportunities. For additional information about this role please reach out to • Any hours worked between 20.00 – 06.00, weekends and Bank Holidays attract an unsociable payment over and above the basic salary for this post. This is a rolling advert and will remain live until all our current Bank Residential Practitioner vacancies are filled. Interviews for shortlisted candidates wil be held on Thursdays. We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. Under the terms of our Safer Recruitment Policy, if you are invited to interview, we will take up safeguarding references prior to your interview to understand your suitability to work with vulnerable children. These references will then be discussed in your interview. Please give details of at least two referees, one of whom must be your present and/or last employer and the other from a previous employer(s). These will need to cover the last three years of employment/education. In the case of applicants leaving full time education or not having worked since doing so, the Head of School, College or University should be one of the named referees. We do not accept references from friends or family members or workplace colleagues (who are not more senior). To ensure we process your application in a speedy and efficient way, we will contact your referees by DocuSign. Where appropriate, please inform them of your application. 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:- 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.

Adult Social Care Practitioner - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Adult Social Care Practitioner, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Gloucester, • Salary: £33,143 - £36,363 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 11/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12761 Are you looking for your next career move within Health & Social Care? We would love to hear from you! About the role: We have a full time (37 hours) Adult Social Care Practitioner position available in our Gloucester Locality Team. Our supportive and engaged team structure includes an Integrated Social Care Manager, Deputy Social Care Managers, Social Work Leads, a Social Care Lead, Social Workers, Adult Social Care Practitioners and an administration team. As an Adult Social Care Practitioner, you will be undertaking assessments and support plans with people who have physical disabilities or other complex needs. This role will involve working with families, carers and other professionals, agencies and organisations across Gloucestershire. The work is focused on promoting independence, enabling the individuals we work with to remain in their own homes and reduce the need for hospital admission or long term care. The ideal candidate will be someone who has experience of working in a health and/or social care setting and who has knowledge of the Care Act; and the ability to apply it in practice. The position is based in Shire Hall, Gloucester. We work flexibly with a mix of office and home working. To find out more about our Gloucester Locality Team, please visit our “Meet the Teams” webpage ___ About you: As Adult Social Care Practitioners, 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: • relevant qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Health and Social Care experience, • training related to Health and Social Care assessments, • experience of managing a caseload including working with people experiencing a range of physical disabilities, medical, mental health difficulties and learning difficulties, • evidence of good interpersonal skills, good verbal / written communication 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 off-site parking in Gloucester, • 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), • 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. We are an easy commute from many locations, view our ___ to see what we mean. However, we understand that commuting isn’t for everyone, so if you are in the process of relocating, why not email us to discuss opportunities further. Applying: Please let us know in the application form whether you are looking for full time or part time hours. Please write your application with consideration for the criteria in the Job Profile. This should include examples of why you should be considered and the experience , skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. To speak to the Team Manager, please contact to arrange a convenient time for a call back. Or click ‘Apply’ below. 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:- This Position is subject to a 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. 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.

Social Worker (Adults) - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Social Worker (Adults), • Job Location: Gloucestershire, • Salary: £39,152 - £40,777 per annum + relocation allowance of up to £8,000, • Benefits: Free onsite or offsite parking and also ___, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Job Requisition Number: 12706, • 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 conditions. There's never been a better time to make the move! 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 ___ We have full time Social Worker opportunities in our Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team. To find out more about our Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team, ___ or if you want to learn more about team, please email to arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager. About us: 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. ___. 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. 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. ___ 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, ___ 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. For an informal discussion, please email 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: To access the Job Profiles for thess roles, please follow the links below:- This positions 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 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.

Children and Families Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker - Permanent • Job Title: Children and Families Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker (Children's Social Care), • Job Location: Gloucester, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Cirencester and Forest of Dean, • Salary: £39,152 - £47,181 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37 with part-time hours considered, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Job Requisition Number: 9625 About us For all your hard work. You will receive the following; • between £39,152 - £40,777 per annum for a Social Worker or between £41,771 - £47,181 per annum for a Senior Social Worker subject to experience, • welcome payment of £4,000*, • annual retention payment of £2,000*, • up to £8,000 relocation package*, • 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 policies and benefits to help support you and your family, • 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, • links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network, • career development and qualification opportunities, • access to our Social Work Academy In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children’s Services have been officially judged as ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ elements. Ofsted also said ‘Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.’ This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our children and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive. Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce. We are a local authority adopting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to be part of an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. Our team structures are designed to ensure there is the right level of support available to staff and that caseloads are kept at a manageable level with a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, 4 Social Workers and an NQSW making up each team’s full complement of staff. We need resilient, driven individuals who will play their part in making our vision for Children’s Services a success. You will be joining an authority with a strong set of values that underpin the work we do: Accountability, Empowerment, Excellence, Integrity and Respect. About You As a Social Worker, you will be instrumental in delivering a first-class service to ensure the best outcomes for the children and young people of Gloucestershire. Through building positive relationships with colleagues within the service and partner agencies you will ensure we are able to provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk. As well as your experience as a frontline social worker, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: • Social Work England/ Wales registration, • a recognised qualification in Social Work, • to have passed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) (if you qualified after 2012), • a full driving licence and willingness to drive *Please note, all our welcome payments and retention payments are non-contractual, pro rata for part-time staff and subject to National Insurance and tax deductions. We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable amount of applications or fill the vacancy/vacancies. The council will consider sponsorship for this role, in line with Home Office regulations and subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Additional Information Under the terms of our Safer Recruitment Policy, if you are invited to interview, we will take up safeguarding references prior to your interview to understand your suitability to work with vulnerable children. These references will then be discussed in your interview. Please give details of at least two referees, one of whom must be your present and/or last employer and the other from a previous employer(s). These will need to cover the last three years of employment/education. In the case of applicants leaving full time education or not having worked since doing so, the Head of School, College or University should be one of the named referees. We do not accept references from friends or family members or workplace colleagues (who are not more senior). To ensure we process your application in a speedy and efficient way, we will contact your referees by DocuSign. Where appropriate, please inform them of your application. The council will consider sponsorship for this role, in line with Home Office regulations and subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks 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.

Adults Social Care Practitioner - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Adults Social Care Practitioner, • Job Location: Gloucestershire, • Salary: £33,143 - £36,363 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Job Requisition Number: 12705, • This post is not open to job share Are you passionate about working with people to promote independence and dedicated to making a difference? Are you looking for your next career move within Health & Social Care? We would love to hear from you! About the role: We have full time (37 hours) Adult Social Care Practitioner positions available in our Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team. The nature of this post requires travelling around the County. Our supportive and engaged team structure includes an Integrated Social Care Manager, two Deputy Social Care Managers, Social Work Leads, Social Care Leads, Care Navigator Coordinators, a Senior Social Worker, Social Workers, Adult Social Care Practitioners, Care Navigators and an administration team. As an Adult Social Care Practitioner, you will be undertaking assessments and support plans with people who have physical disabilities or other complex needs. This role will involve working with families, carers and other professionals, agencies and organisations across Gloucestershire. The work is focused on promoting independence, enabling the individuals we work with to remain in their own homes and reduce the need for hospital admission or long term care. The ideal candidate will be someone who has experience of working in a health and/or social care setting and who has knowledge of the Care Act; and the ability to apply it in practice. To find out more about our Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team, please ___ About you: As Adult Social Care Practitioners, 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: • relevant qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Health and Social Care experience, • training related to Health and Social Care assessments, • experience of managing a caseload including working with people experiencing a range of physical disabilities, medical, mental health difficulties and learning difficulties, • evidence of good interpersonal skills, good verbal / written communication 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. We are an easy commute from many locations, ___ to see what we mean. However, we understand that commuting isn’t for everyone, so if you are in the process of relocating, why not email us to discuss opportunities further. 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. 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: This Position is subject to a 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 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.

Children and Families Advanced Practitioner - Permanent • Job Title: Children and Families Advanced Practitioner, • Job Location: Forest of Dean, • Salary: £48,226 - £51,356 per annum, • Hours per Week: 18.5, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 07/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 9624 About us For all your hard work. You will receive the following: • between £48,226 - £51,356 per annum subject to experience, • welcome payment of up to £4,000*, • annual retention payment of £2,000*, • relocation package up to £8,000*, • 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 policies and benefits to help support you and your family, • 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, • links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network, • career development and qualification opportunities, • access to our Social Work Academy Right child, right support, right time, every time In our recent inspection in June 2025, our Children’s Services h ave been officially judged as ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ elements. Ofsted also said ‘Leaders have set out a clear vision for delivering success for children, by modelling values and creating a culture where the workforce, children and families feel valued and heard; risk is managed confidently with bottom lines clearly set out.’ This marks an important step in our journey to improve outcomes for our child ren and young people, and we remain focused on our mission: to continue building on this success and ensure that every child and young person in our county has the opportunity to thrive. Gloucestershire offers a range of opportunities to develop your career, supported by a phenomenal Social Work Academy offer, a developing systemic practice methodology, an ambitious leadership team and an award-winning workforce. We are a local authority adop ting, and training all colleagues in, systemic social work practice. If you would like to be part of an authority that takes a relational approach to working with families and focuses on what needs to change in the system around a child and family to enable children to thrive, then consider a role with GCC. About you As an Advanced Pra ctitioner you are at the heart of Gloucestershire’s practice model. You will hold an expert role within your team. Your role includes facilitating the team and service’s ability to develop and deliver complex social work practice through a combination of joint working, practice advice and guidance, and quality assurance. You will also model Gloucestershire’s relational systemic practice model and will help promote Gloucestershire’s practice standards across the team. Advanced Practitioners provide direction to team members around improving the quality of practice. This may include activities such as quality assuring an assessment or attending joint visits with social workers to support their learning. As an Advanced Practitioner you may provide Newly Qualified Social Workers in the team with monthly reflective supervision and undertake one of the observations of practice, however management of the NQSW will sit with Team Managers. You will also support any Social Work students within the team. You will have a joint lead for a particular area of practice offering a weekly consultation to practitioners from across the service to book into, to support them to develop their practice in that specific area. You will work closely with the Social Work Academy through regular forums and training to ensure standardised practice across the teams, bringing new learning and training opportunities to social workers within your team. As an Advanced Practitioner you will hold a small number of cases, ensuring you have dedicated time to follow your other duties. To find out more about this role take a look at our video here: As well as your experience as a frontline Social Worker, there are some things we require of you to be successfully appointed to this post: • Social Work England/ Wales registration, • experience at Senior Social Worker level, • a recognised qualification in Social Work, • to have completed your ASYE year (if you qualified after 2012), • a full driving licence and willingness to drive For an informal chat about this role, please email with your name, number and what you wish to discuss, and a member of the team will give you a call within 48 hours. To ensure a personalised and responsive recruitment experience, all applicants will receive a call from the recruitment team to discuss this role, where you would like to practice, and in what area, and to book you in for an interview. If you would like to find out more about our Children's Services please take a look here: ___ Interviews for this role will be held in person at our Forest of Dean locality office on 15/12/2025. *Please note, all our welcome payments and retention payments are non-contractual, pro rata for part-time staff and subject to National Insurance and tax deductions. We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications or fill the vacancy/vacancies. The council will consider sponsorship for this role, in line with Home Office regulations and subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Under the terms of our Safer Recruitment Policy, if you are invited to interview, we will take up safeguarding references prior to your interview to understand your suitability to work with vulnerable children. These references will then be discussed in your interview. Please give details of at least two referees, one of whom must be your present and/or last employer and the other from a previous employer(s). These will need to cover the last three years of employment/education. In the case of applicants leaving full time education or not having worked since doing so, the Head of School, College or University should be one of the named referees. We do not accept references from friends or family members or workplace colleagues (who are not more senior). To ensure we process your application in a speedy and efficient way, we will contact your referees by DocuSign. Where appropriate, please inform them of your application. Additional Information To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- This position is subject to a 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.

Rehabilitation Officer Visually Impaired - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Rehabilitation Officer Visually Impaired, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum (pro rata), • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 28/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12806, • This post is open to job share Are you an experienced Rehabilitation Officer passionate about working with people to promote independence and dedicated to making a difference? We would love to hear from you! About the role: We have a full time Rehabilitation Officer – Visual Impairment (ROVI) position available in our Sensory Team. The team has a supportive and engaged management structure including an Integrated Social Care Manager and a Sensory Team Lead, and you will be working alongside other Rehabilitation Officers as well as a Sensory co-ordinator As a ROVI, you will work as part of an integrated service with people who have significant sight loss to improve their choice and quality of life. As a ROVI in our team you will make use of timely interventions to maximise long term independence and minimise ongoing support. You will use your knowledge to provide individuals, their families and carers with information and advice on other relevant sources of emotional, material or financial help, where this is available. About you: As ROVIs, 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 diploma in Rehabilitation for Visually Impaired People, • An awareness of visual and hearing impairments and the impact they can have on an individual, • Experience of working in a Health & Social Care setting 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 works with Three Conversation approach, a model that re-emphasises focus on people, their strengths and the networks and community around them. This is known here in Gloucestershire as Make The difference Our Rehabilitation Officers 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. • 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, • 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. Applying: Please write your application with consideration for the essential criteria in the Job Profile which you will find in the Additional Information section below. This should include examples of why you should be considered and cover the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. For an informal discussion, please, contact 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: 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 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.

Customer Service Officer - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Customer Service Officer, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £28,142 - £29,540 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 09/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12707, • This post is not open to job share Are you an enthusiastic, dynamic individual, with a passion for Customer Service? If you have the right level of transferable skills, why not apply now? Full training will be provided! About the Role The Customer Service Team is a multi-channel first point of contact for a variety of internal and external customers. We provide a high quality of service delivery across a diverse range of services on behalf of Gloucestershire County Council, through various channels both traditional and contemporary. Adult Social Care Support service duties currently include the initial review of adult social care enquiries, safeguarding enquiries and decision making on referrals. The Customer Service Team respond to queries through several channels these include Shire Hall reception services, phone, email and web-based enquiries. The developments in technology will continue to underpin the work of Customer Services Officers. If you are a creative individual with the ability to ensure that queries are answered effectively, efficiently and in line with the Council’s policies and procedures, we would like to hear from you. To get an idea of what it's like to work in our Customer Service Team for Adult Social Care te am ___ and ___ We work flexibly with a mix of office and home working although during the probation period (first 6 months), you will be working from the office, based at Shire Hall in Gloucester. A little bit about us … This is a great time to join Gloucestershire County Council, as we are on an exciting journey. Customer Service Team is based at Shire Hall in Gloucester and you will work with enthusiastic and supportive colleagues who are passionate about their work and what they achieve together as a team. Joining our Customer Service Team can be a great opportunity towards developing a long-term and rewarding career with the Council. About You You need to have excellent communication skills, have a confident telephone manner and respond positively during difficult conversations. You will be self-motivated, pragmatic, resilient and take ownership of enquiries to resolution. You will have the ability to follow work instructions and look for continuous improvements in how we do things. About Us In return for your commitment, you’ll be entitled to our full benefits package, including: • Regular formal and informal support, • Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, reflective supervision, • An investment into your professional development, including career pathways, mandatory training and additional topical bi-annual workshops., • Annual leave up to 30.5 days after 5 years employment, • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • 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., • Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network., • Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply), • GCC's Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme Applying: Please write your application with consideration for the essential criteria on the Job Profile. This should include examples why you should be considered; the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post. For an informal discussion, contact to arrange a call back or apply by clicking on the button below. Look out for an email from us to get you booked in! Don’t forget to check your junk and spam! Additional Information: To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below: 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 a 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. 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. 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. 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