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This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Procurement Officer - Place, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 3, 2nd Floor, • Salary: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent or optional 12 month secondment for internal candidates, • Closing Date: 12/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 12272, • This post is not open to job share About The Team Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) is a forward-looking, dynamic local authority with a firm commitment to the promotion of development and training, health and wellbeing and diversity and inclusion for all employees. At GCC we are transforming our approach to Procurement to meet new challenges, embed best commercial practice in an equitable, sustainable and accountable way for our clients, suppliers and secure best value for the public purse. We are friendly and supportive team who are committed to delivering positive change, improving services and outcomes for Gloucestershire residents and businesses. We work with all areas of the council, supporting them through best practice. We will support you through training and development to meet agreed professional goals. About The Role Your knowledge, communication and influence skills, will be respected by managers across the organisation at all levels. You will provide guidance and support on a wide range of procurement and contract issues. You will run tenders for goods and services ensuring compliance with council and legislative requirements. You will support the very best services and goods being purchased with value for money and consideration of social value and climate change. You will see your work making a difference for people in Gloucestershire. About You You could be someone with procurement or commissioning skills and experience. You could have a contract management or maybe even a legal background, within local government or the public sector. You will ideally have knowledge of public sector procurement policies, procedures and systems as well as relevant legislation and regulations. Highly organised and analytical, with good IT skills, you ’ ll be ready to meet demanding targets, timescales and budgets. You also have good communication and negotiating skills. 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 don’t quite meet all the things we’ve listed but feel you could bring real value to the team, we would welcome your interest. If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button, Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview, interviews are expected to be held during the 26th & 27th January 2026. For an informal discussion about the role please contact via email Additional Information If you are currently employed within the organisation, there is an opportunity to join this role on a secondment basis. This will allow you to gain experience and develop a thorough understanding of the position prior applying for a permanent appointment. Internal candidates should indicate a preference of Permanent or Secondment or Either re contract type. To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:- Procurement 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. 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.

Exciting Career Opportunity for Desktop Support Engineers! Ready to take your IT career to new heights? We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic Desktop Support Engineers to join our dynamic team in Gloucester. You’ll play a key role in exciting projects across the Aerospace, Defence, and Security sectors, working with cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional on-premises solutions as part of our growing 2nd Line support team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work onsite five days a week, making it ideal for those who are: • A 1st Line Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, • Someone eager to reignite their IT career after a break, • Military personnel transitioning to a civilian career To be considered for this position, candidates must be eligible for DV (Developed Vetting) clearance. What you'll be doing: • Provide technical support for Windows desktop solutions, diagnosing and resolving issues., • Work on virtual desktop infrastructures using Citrix XenDesktop., • Test and release Windows desktop security patches., • Create and maintain automated builds using MDT & SCCM., • Make sure the integrity of Active Directory Group Policies., • Respond to customer queries., • Take part in a 24/7 on-call rota, working one week in six. What you’ll bring: • Strong understanding of patch management and deployment., • Experience with MS Exchange, VMWare, Citrix VDI, Remote Access/VPNs, and Windows Server 2019/22., • Familiarity with computer networks and security concepts, including firewalls and antivirus solutions., • ITIL V4 knowledge. It would be great if you had: • CCA-V / CCA-P certification., • Experience with Windows 10 /11 upgrades and software packaging., • MS MECM and UE-V administration experience. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we’re looking for, please do apply, we’d love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full time, Permanent Location: Office Based in Gloucester Security Clearance Level: Eligible for DV Clearance Internal Recruiter: Carolyne Salary: Up to £35K Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improves performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you’re interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? Sopra Steria’s Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client’s goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK’s most complex safety- and security-critical markets. We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida, the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.

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Education Planning Manager - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Education Planning Manager, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £48,226 - £51,356 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 09/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 12697, • This post is not open to job share Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in Gloucestershire? If so, the role of Education Planning Manager could be the role for you. About the team and the role Our team delivers an essential service within the Council’s Education Department, leading on important aspects of the Council’s School Place Planning Strategy. Every year we provide thousands of children and young people with a school place, and the Education Planning Manager plays a crucial part in meeting the Council’s statutory duties in this area. You’ll collaborate with a variety of stakeholders, negotiate funding contributions from housing proposals, and use strategic data analysis to forecast school place needs. You’ll also manage the delivery of capital projects, support statutory school reorganisation, and prioritise accommodation requirements to ensure every child has access to quality education. In addition, you’ll supervise and support staff, quality-assure team outputs, and prepare essential data for government returns, making a meaningful impact on local communities. About you Our ideal candidate is an organised and proactive professional with a passion for improving education provision. You will have a proven track record in project management, with the ability to manage complex and detailed work accurately and to a high standard within competing priorities and deadlines. You thrive in a collaborative environment, can motivate and challenge others, encouraging them to remain focussed at all times on the statutory and strategic priorities of the Council whilst remaining sharply focussed on ensuring the best service to the residents of Gloucestershire. Skilled at building effective relationships with system partners and communities, you’re confident negotiating funding with developers and presenting information to senior leaders, elected members and government bodies. You have the skills and resilience to deliver within an increasingly challenging landscape, alongside the political awareness, and be highly self-motivated and organised. Please read the job profile which provides further information on the experience and attributes sought of our ideal candidate. 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. Joining us could mean access to these great benefits: * 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 (Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply) * Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (Eligibility criteria and 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 Gareth Vine, Head of Education Planning and Infrastructure, via email at or by phone on . Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview week commencing 19 January 2026. Interviews will be held on 28th January 2026. 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.

Disabled Children's Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Disabled Children's Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £39,152 - £47,181 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 28/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 9988 Reward and support For all your hard work, you will receive the following: • between £39,152 - £40,777 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*, • relocation allowence of up to £8,000*, • 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 role As a Senior/ Social Worker in the Disabled Children's Service, 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 make sure we are able to provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk. You will be part of a growing service which boast a permanent and stable management team, committed to driving forward improvement and outcomes for disabled children and young people. About you 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 you qualified after 2012, • a full driving licence and willingness to drive, • DBS clearance How to apply For an informal chat about this role or to find out more please email or alternatively contact our dedicated recruitment team on Interviews for this post will be held in person at Shire Hall week commencing 5th January 2026. *Please note that our welcome and retention payments are non contractual, and subject to tax and national insurance 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. 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. 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.

Case Progression Manager - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Case Progression Manager, • Job Location: Gloucestershire - county wide, • Salary: £48,226 and £51,356 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: One year, • Closing Date: 28/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 12867 For more detailed information about this role, please watch this short video: ___ Reward and Support For all your hard work, you will receive the following: • between £48,226 and £51,356 per annum subject to experience, • £2,000 retention payment*, • 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 role The Case Progression Manager is a critical role in overseeing the timely and effective movement of matters within the Public Law Outline (PLO) process. This role ensures that statutory responsibilities are met and that children’s welfare remains central to all decision-making. The postholder works closely with Social Workers, Team Managers, legal services, and multi-agency partners to monitor case trajectories, identify delays, and drive improvements in practice. The Case Progression Manager acts as a bridge between operational teams and legal services, facilitating effective communication and ensuring that cases are legally sound and procedurally compliant. They track performance indicators such as timescales for assessments, pre-proceedings actions, and court submissions, identifying patterns of drift and escalating concerns where necessary. The role also involves coaching and mentoring staff, promoting reflective practice, and encouraging critical thinking in complex decision-making. By coordinating multi-agency input and ensuring timely information sharing, the Case Progression Manager helps maintain momentum in cases and supports the achievement of positive outcomes for children. The role includes will preparing monthly performance reports for each of the localities and also present a quarterly legal report to the senior management team and within this be able to analyse trends, areas of focus and propose actions required. The role includes working closely with the Social Work Academy and the legal department to develop and deliver targeted training packages for staff. These training initiatives aim to strengthen practitioners’ understanding of legal processes, improve the quality of court documentation, and embed best practice in case planning and progression. The successful candidate will be able to manage their own schedule, offering a high level of flexibility that suits individuals with family commitments and those seeking a healthy work–life balance. About You The ideal candidate will be a qualified Social Worker with substantial experience in statutory children’s services, including safeguarding and court work. They will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of child protection legislation and the PLO framework, and the ability to challenge practice constructively while fostering a culture of accountability and learning. The role demands resilience, excellent communication, and a commitment to promoting the rights and welfare of children through high-quality, timely interventions. As well as your social work 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, • To have completed your ASYE year (if you qualified after 2012) For an informal chat about this role, please contact Finbar Breeze at Interviews for this post will be held in person at Shire Hall on 12th January 2026. We reserve the right to close an advertisement earlier than the stated closing date if we receive a suitable number of applications. 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 our 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.

AdvisoryTeacher (Visual Impairment) - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: AdvisoryTeacher (Visual Impairment), • Job Location: Advisory Teaching Service, • Salary: MPS or UPS, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 01/02/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 11922 Join our Countywide Sensory Team as a Qualified Teacher of the Visually Impaired (QTVI) and become part of a dedicated group that delivers specialist support with compassion, innovation, and excellence. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact whilst helping learners develop their independence, confidence, and the skills they need to succeed in education and beyond. About the Role You will deliver high -quality, timely assessments and interventions under the guidance of the Lead Advisory Teacher, working collaboratively with families, educational settings, and health professionals to support children and young people with visual impairments. You’ll teach specialist skills such as Braille, the use of assistive technologies, and independent living techniques, while also modifying curriculum materials and advising on access arrangements for exams. A key part of your role will be to promote high aspirations and support smooth transitions at key educational stages, including preparation for adulthood. You’ll contribute to service development, safeguarding, and emotional wellbeing initiatives, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, eye conditions, and best practices in visual impairment education. About You If you are ready to make an impact, you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status and the mandatory QTVI qualification. You will bring experience working with children and young people (ages 0–25) with visual impairments and additional needs, and you will feel confident in assessing and recommending specialist equipment and technologies. Your excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills will help you build strong relationships, while your ability to manage a caseload means you can work both independently and collaboratively as part of our team. You will understand the Gloucestershire Graduated Pathway and SEND processes, and you will be committed to safeguarding, equality, and your own continuous professional development. A valid driving licence and access to a car for countywide travel will also be essential in this rewarding role. This is more than a teaching role, it's a chance to be a champion for inclusion, independence, and opportunity. If you're passionate about making education accessible and meaningful for every learner, we’d love to hear from you. 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 Simon Worker via email at Closing date 01/02/2026 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:- 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.

Practice Development Occupational Therap - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Practice Development Occupational Therap, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: £48,226 - £51,356 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 04/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 13218, • This post is not open to job share Are you looking for your next career move in Occupational Therapy? Do you want to take a leading role in the development of OT practice in Gloucestershire? We would love to hear from you! About the role We have a permanent, full time vacancy for a Practice Development Occupational Therapist within our Practice Development Team, based in the heart of the city of Gloucester, with great access routes to the M5. To find out more about the Team, ___ or if you want to learn more about the role, please email to arrange an informal discussion with our Principal Occupational Therapist or Principal Social Worker. As our Practice Development Occupational Therapist, you will work closely with the Principal Occupational Therapist and the Practice Development Team Manager to lead the development of excellent occupational therapists, social workers, social care and occupational health practitioners. You will also take a lead role in development programmes for students, apprenticeships, newly qualified social workers, and existing staff and managers. This will include taking responsibility for: * The development, coordination and delivery of high quality, accessible learning opportunities and experiences. * Supporting and delivering the ASYE programme for Newly Qualified Social Workers. * Supporting and delivering the Occupational Therapy Apprenticeship programme. * Supporting our Locality Teams when hosting Occupational Therapy student placements, including student inductions, facilitating group learning and supervision activities and providing mentoring, coaching and high levels of support and challenge. * Representing Adult Social Care at local, regional and national events to improve practice and keep up to date with national drivers and developments in practice. About you You will be skilled and experienced in a relevant field of Occupational Therapy and be passionate about supporting the learning and development of others. You will already have substantial experience supporting students and Newly Qualified Workers in line with the Professional Capability Framework and Knowledge and Skills statement. In addition, we are seeking a candidate with the following skill sets and experience: * Sound knowledge of current legislative frameworks such as the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Equalities Act. * Good knowledge of theories, conceptual frameworks, practice models and research findings that underpin effective occupational therapy and social work practice and applies these models in practice. * Knowledge of quality assurance and using a range of techniques to engage and inspire others in a learning environment. * Experience of designing, developing and evaluating training and induction programmes. * Experience of supporting change management. Qualifications required for this role * Occupational Therapy qualification. * Current registration with HCPC. * Post Qualifying Award in Occupational Therapy or willingness to undertake a relevant course. * PEPS Level 2 qualification or willingness to work towards PEPS Level 2. ___– they are at the heart of everything we do and how we treat each other. They provide essential guiding principles about the way that we work and set the tone for our culture, and identify what we, as an organisation, care about. If you hold the same behaviours and approach, then we want to hear from you! In exchange, we will provide you with full training and support to help you succeed in your role. About us Gloucestershire County Council Adult Social Care is on an exciting journey, working to the Three Conversation approach, a model that re-emphasises focus on people, their strengths and the networks and community around them. Here are some of the benefits we offer in return for your hard work. * Annual leave of 25.5 days, increasing to 30.5 days after 5 years employment, plus bank holidays * Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme * Regular formal and informal support * Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular supervision * Accredited post-qualified training opportunities, enabling you to develop your skills * Personal licences to Adults CCINFORM * Clear career progression pathways, to support you in progressing professionally and personally * Transfer options after one year in post, allowing for continuous development of skills and knowledge in different Adult Social Care settings. * 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 * Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network. We’re closer than you think 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. How To Apply 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 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.

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.

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.

Senior Administrator - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Senior Administrator, • Job Location: Quayside House, • Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 per annum, • Hours per Week: 30.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 04/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 13148 Would you like to work in a role which is both meaningful and rewarding, where you really feel that you make a difference? About team This is a great time to join Gloucestershire County Council, as Children’s Social Care is on an exciting journey, which focuses our approach into being more creative, strengths-based and person-centred, to ensure that we work together to ‘Make a Difference’ to our local communities. We are an agile working organisation with a combination of office-based working and working from home (essential equipment is provided). We place a high premium on diversity and inclusion, as well as on health and wellbeing and we offer a flexible working scheme which is based on business need. We offer Continued Professional Development and will support you to develop your skills and career prospects within Children’s Services. About the Role We have an opportunity for an experienced business support administrator to join us as a Senior Business Administrator for the Social Work Academy in Children’s Social Care. The Social Work Academy is the centre for learning and development of our Children’s Social Care workforce as well as supporting new starters and recruitment pathways into social work. The successful candidate will work closely with the Business Administration Lead and alongside other Senior Business Administrator’s. Duties will include: - • Lead on admin support for a portfolio of allocated programmes related to learning or recruitment (e.g. ASYE, Students, International, Year 2, Systemic etc.), • Deliver an all-round level of support for the programme activity, to include arranging events, managing bookings, tracking attendance or completion of activity (use of Learning Management System), development and preparation of learning materials., • Support the setup of new starters, including students, who are part of the programme., • Support the evaluation and feedback of the programmes to feed into developments and improvements. You will have proven leadership and administration skills and evidence of strong IT and communication skills. You will be able to demonstrate a flexible approach with an ability to manage your workload to meet deadlines. You will be very organised and able to deal with competing priorities. If you think that this is the role for you, we look forward to hearing from you. Why are you perfect for this role and what will you bring to our team. About Us In return we will offer you: • Regular formal and informal support., • Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision., • Access to relevant training and career progression., • Annual leave of 25.5 days (pro rata) up to 30.5 days (pro rata) 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., • Cycle to Work scheme., • Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network. Please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Theresa Humphries via email at 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. 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.

Quality Engineer - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Quality Engineer, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 5th Floor, • Salary: £48,226-£51,356 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 05/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 13170 Our street lighting team are at the heart of this work, ensuring that street lighting improvements on our highway infrastructure are delivered in a sustainable manner that contribute to our ambitious carbon reduction goals About the role This is a pivotal role where you will have a responsibility for overseeing the quality of completed street lighting and electrical works associated with our Term Maintenance Contract, Major Highway Improvements Programme and for Road Safety Highway Improvements You will also have responsibilities for the co-ordination of third-party inspections for development led work within the county, ensuring compliance with internal Service Level Agreements for completion of inspections and for quality of workmanship/ compliance to specification by third parties. A further requirement of the Quality Engineer will be to co-ordinate and undertake Health and Safety Inspections for street lighting and electrical works at live constructions sites and to be responsible for ensuring Highway Electrical Association, sector scheme compliance for the client team. This role also involves representing GCC in negotiations and discussions requiring excellent communication and political awareness. About you You will have a wealth of street lighting and electrical experience particularly in the practice of quality audits and inspections. You will have previous supervisory experience and will play a key role in liaison with various internal and external stakeholders ensuring that all new electrical and street lighting installations meet with recommended standards, professional best practices and internal specifications and policy. 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, • 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 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 Ken Pitt via email at Closing date 5th January 2026. Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview week commencing 12th January 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.

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.

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.

Business Improvement Officer - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Business Improvement Officer, • Job Location: Shire Hall, • Salary: 37,280 -40,777, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: One year, • Closing Date: 04/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 13102 Would you like to work in a role which is both meaningful and rewarding, where you really feel that you make a difference? Do you constantly look for ways to improve the way you work and enhance services and outcomes? If so, this is the perfect role for you. About The Team This is a great time to be part of Gloucestershire County Council, as Children’s Social Care is on an exciting journey, which focuses our approach into being more creative, strengths-based, and person-centred, to ensure that we work together to ‘Make a Difference’ to our local communities. We are an agile working organisation with a combination of office-based working and working from home (essential equipment is provided). We place a high premium on diversity and inclusion, as well as on health and wellbeing and we offer a flexible working scheme which is based on business need. We offer Continued Professional Development and will support you to develop your skills and career prospects within Children’s Services. About the Role We have an opportunity for someone with a background in business improvement or change and a passion for improving services for children and families. This post will also lead on change and improvement projects either as directed or in response to undertaking analysis of current processes and systems. These will relate to improving the experiences of the workforce and easing administrative or process pressures through adopting of new software/hardware and improving performance or efficiency through change. Sat within the Business Support Service, the post holder will work closely with frontline staff and managers, hearing their views and creating positive solutions to working approaches which reduce time spent on administration tasks and improve efficiency for frontline staff to spend time with children and families. Duties will include but are not limited to • Stakeholder engagement, • Planning & scoping work, • Process mapping, • Reviewing and creating documents, • Communicating change, • Use of data, • Promoting how to use the digital solutions available As a Business Improvement Officer, you will be flexible and adaptable to a changing environment. You will model strong organisational skills, using project or change management methods to champion new ways of working and in engaging staff to help you to understand how we can improve our existing processes. Experience of working within local government and children’s services is desirable. 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, • 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: 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 Michelle Evans via email at 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.

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.

Head of Occupational Therapy - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Head of Occupational Therapy, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 3rd Floor, • Salary: £63,132 - £68,342 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: 12 months, • Closing Date: 28/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 13111 We have a vacancy for a new Head of Service for Occupational Therapy within our Adult Social Care (ASC) Head of Service team, an integral role in support the development and transformation of our changed occupational therapy service within the county council. This challenging and transformational and role will work alongside the Principal Occupational therapist to lead strategic development and operational services designed of Adult Social Care occupational Therapy service. With a focus on outcomes for people in Gloucestershire and best practice for Occupational therapy, you will be responsible for ensuring work undertaken supports the delivery of the council’s strategic priorities. This role will also involve deputising for the relevant Assistant Director where necessary. The post is offered as a 12-month fixed term contract and is based in the heart of the city of Gloucester, with great access routes to the M5. We offer flexible working with a mix of office and remote working. About the role: This post will support the strategic design and delivery of the new model for Occupational Therapy in Gloucestershire County Council (GCC). As we transition from the current delegated function of Occupational Therapy from Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust to Gloucestershire County Council, the role will lead on the development of policy and practice to ensure it is in line with relevant legislative guidance and is undertaken effectively and efficiently to maximise positive outcomes for individuals who draw upon support from the service. This role will help ensure adults with physical, mental health needs and learning disabilities, and their carers, can access timely, appropriate support and begin planning for their future needs. The role will include taking responsibility for: • Managing delegated teams assuming strategic responsibility for the direction and performance of the teams., • Promoting multi-disciplinary working to achieve better outcomes for individuals., • Leading on specific change and development projects., • Developing a learning and performance culture and modelling a commitment to continuous professional development., • Delivering strong communications and engagement with staff to build resilience, morale and involvement in key decisions and proposed changes., • Providing sound analysis of quality assurance and performance data reports., • Budget management, ensuring funding is used effectively and creatively. About you: You will have proven senior operational leadership and management experience in Occupational Therapy which has led to positive and improved outcomes. In addition, we are seeking a candidate with the following skill sets and experience: • Experience of leading and managing operational developments which have achieved high level change and performance improvement, • Will be a HCPC registered Occupational Therapist, • Have experience of coproduction and working with people to change and develop services, • Significant experience of leading effective inter-agency and partnership working., • Leadership of high-performance management teams with experience of supervising, coaching or mentoring senior personnel., • Successful financial management of major budget resources., • In-depth knowledge and understanding of the legal and policy framework in relation to adult social care and wide knowledge of other relevant legislation., • Ability to interpret legislation and national policy and translate these into effective local strategies and protocols., • Political awareness and understanding or experience of working in a political environment. 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 is exactly what we aim to do for our people! Here are some of the ways we aim to achieve this: • 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • Regular formal and informal support, • Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision, • Access to training and development and leadership conferences, enabling you to develop your skills, • 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 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: 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 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 - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Social Worker, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Gloucester, • Salary: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 07/01/2026, • 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.

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.

Procurement Officer - Place - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Procurement Officer - Place, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 3, 2nd Floor, • Salary: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent or 12 month secondment for internal, • Closing Date: 12/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 12272, • This post is not open to job share About The Team Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) is a forward-looking, dynamic local authority with a firm commitment to the promotion of development and training, health and wellbeing and diversity and inclusion for all employees. At GCC we are transforming our approach to Procurement to meet new challenges, embed best commercial practice in an equitable, sustainable and accountable way for our clients, suppliers and secure best value for the public purse. We are friendly and supportive team who are committed to delivering positive change, improving services and outcomes for Gloucestershire residents and businesses. We work with all areas of the council, supporting them through best practice. We will support you through training and development to meet agreed professional goals. About The Role Your knowledge, communication and influence skills, will be respected by managers across the organisation at all levels. You will provide guidance and support on a wide range of procurement and contract issues. You will run tenders for goods and services ensuring compliance with council and legislative requirements. You will support the very best services and goods being purchased with value for money and consideration of social value and climate change. You will see your work making a difference for people in Gloucestershire. About You You could be someone with procurement or commissioning skills and experience. You could have a contract management or maybe even a legal background, within local government or the public sector. You will ideally have knowledge of public sector procurement policies, procedures and systems as well as relevant legislation and regulations. Highly organised and analytical, with good IT skills, you ’ ll be ready to meet demanding targets, timescales and budgets. You also have good communication and negotiating skills. 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) If you don’t quite meet all the things we’ve listed but feel you could bring real value to the team, we would welcome your interest. If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button, Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview, interviews are expected to be held during the 26th & 27th January 2026 . For an informal discussion about the role please contact via email 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. 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.

Administrator Level 2 - Fixed Term This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Administrator Level 2, • Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 4, 3rd Floor, • Salary: £26,403 - £27,694 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Fixed Term, • Duration: 6 months, • Closing Date: 10/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 13130, • This post is not open to job share Join Our Team and Make a Difference We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Education Business Support Team , part of the Children and Families Directorate . This friendly and efficient team provides a comprehensive and varied administrative service to several operational teams within Education. About the Role Based at Shire Hall, Gloucester, you will deliver flexible and high-quality business support to the Workforce Development Project in Education. Initially, the role will be office-based full-time during induction and training. After this, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a hybrid way using GCC’s secure IT equipment, while continuing to spend part of your week in the office to collaborate with colleagues. Remote working will always depend on service needs being met. Your responsibilities will include: • Setting up and maintaining a learning hub site using Umbraco, working closely with Communications, Education teams, and business support colleagues., • Coordinating content uploads, checking functionality, and managing training descriptions, videos, and site narratives., • Supporting project meetings by arranging, attending, and recording actions, updating project plans, and providing feedback to project leads. To succeed in this role, you will bring: • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to meet project deadlines., • Strong ICT skills, including experience with Microsoft 365, online forms, Umbraco, and significant experience in website creation and administration., • A positive, collaborative approach to teamwork and the ability to build productive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels, including schools, public sector services, NHS, suppliers, and government agencies., • Strong organisational skills and a customer-focused mindset. 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 We would like to hear from you. Please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Ginny Woolf via email at Interviews will be held on Thursday 22 January 2026. 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. 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.

Area Highways Technician - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Area Highway Technician, • Job Location: Cirencester Highway Depot, • Salary: £30,024 - £32,597 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 04/01/2026, • Job Requisition Number: 13064 Are you looking for new exciting challenge working with the Area Highway Team in our Highway Depot assisting in the maintenance and management of the highway network? The County Council is looking to recruit an Area Highway Technician who will assist the Local Highway Managers dealing with community requests on highway related matters, support overall delivery and management of the highways service to Gloucestershire’s residents as well as delivering the statutory highway duties. About You As Area Highway Technician you will be supporting the Area Team within a designated geographical area ordering maintenance activities through our Term Maintenance Contractor. You should have relevant experience in highways, emergency management and be committed to excellent customer service. About Us Benefits of working for GCC • Flexible and agile working opportunities, • Annual Leave entitlement of 25.5 days rising to 30.5 days after 5 years’ continuous service, • Career development and qualification opportunities, • Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision, • Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone., • Cycle to Work scheme, • Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network., • Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply) 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 Dan Tiffney on . 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.

Team Leader Hub - Permanent This is a Gloucestershire County Council job. • Job Title: Team Leader Hub, • Job Location: Adult Education Service, • Salary: £32,115 - £35,235 per annum, • Hours per Week: 37.00, • Contract Type: Permanent, • Closing Date: 30/12/2025, • Job Requisition Number: 13118 Gloucestershire Employment and Skills Hub provides a central source of information and support for residents and businesses. We help residents access learning and work opportunities and support employers to get the right people, with the right skills, in the right roles. We are a team of dedicated professionals who thrive on helping people to achieve their learning and employment aspirations. As a Team Leader you will manage a team of Emplo yer Advisers and Employment Specialists delivering supported employment provision to customers of the E&S Hub. You will develop and maintain relationships with employers to support the delivery of the E&S Hub provision within communities across Gloucestershire. About You You will have experience of managing a team including performance management and a focus on achieving outcomes. Your communication skills will provide you with the ability to develop a range of close links with employers and partners, including other GCC teams and welfare to work providers, with the aim of increasing skills base, knowledge and the opportunities available. You must be customer focused and ideally have knowledge of employment policies, procedures and welfare services including the ability to develop your understanding of local labour-market demographics; enabling you to work with local employers to match their needs to the abilities of individuals. You must hold a full UK driving licence as you will be required to travel around the county. If you meet the criteria and are enthusiastic, self-motivated and able to build effective relationships, then apply today. This is a fantastic opportunity to positively contribute to maximising independence of people in the community by offering guidance and support. We offer a supportive, well-established team environment and regular ongoing training and supervision. About Us • 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, • 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) How to apply If you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button. For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Nicola Fellows - Closing date: 30th December 2025 Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview on 8th January 2026 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.

Temporary Staff Roles - Casual GCC invites you to join us in our journey to create great moments for everyone, everyday! Hourly Rate of pay Minimum: £ 14.07 Hourly Rate of pay Maximum: £ 31.41 Job Location: Shire Hall Hours per Week: Up to 37 Duration: Up to 12 months Temporary Jobs with Gloucestershire County Council Would you like to gain knowledge and experience in various different areas of work? Are you looking for working arrangements to suit your personal requirements? We have a variety of different roles , in administrat ion , finance, communications, highways, IT, project manage ment , tutor ing and job coach ing , in various locations across Gloucestershire. What can we offer you? · Competitive rates of pay - all placements pay the current living wage or above · Flexible working hours in many placements · The option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme after three months · Free c ar p arking at many of our locations · Agile and remote working may also be possible · Access to staff discounts · Roles can range from one to 12 months After you have registered with us , one of our dedicated team members will contact you and work with you to match you to an available placement within the c ouncil. Please note you will not be placed on any placements until you have registered with us and are cleared to start work. If you would like to find out more about temporary roles at Gloucestershire County Council , please contact the team at This role is via the Temporary Staff Service, please click here ___ for more information. Roles may be 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. Job Requisition ID: 683

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.

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.

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.

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.

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