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At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Our residents are people with their own stories to tell, and by joining us you’ll have the chance to give something back while helping them live with dignity and purpose. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join our team. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you’ll support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents. This includes personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, as well as helping with daily activities in the home. Please be aware we have roles available for day and night shift. You’ll deliver care that comes from the heart — making sure residents never lose their individuality. Whether you’re supporting someone with limited mobility, offering comfort to a resident who is distressed, or providing compassionate end-of-life care, you’ll always put their wellbeing first. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility in adult social care and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken. About HC-One At HC-One, kindness is more than a word—it’s a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives. To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings and nurtures five key qualities—what we call Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious—asking questions, seeking to understand. We are compassionate—walking in the shoes of others. We are creative—finding practical ways to make things happen. We are courageous—supporting residents to live the life they choose. And we are dependable—people can always count on us. We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do. We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, we’re looking for team members who are comfortable with technology—or open to learning. You'll be supported every step of the way. We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growth—opening up opportunities at regional and national levels. Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed. Rewards & Benefits You will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your well-being: Great work life balance An hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG Free uniform During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available Company pension scheme 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Group life assurance cover Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16 An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team Colleague discounts – Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £37,131 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Hybrid - Covering Durham ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: • Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care., • Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people., • Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures., • Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards., • Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined., • Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation., • Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care., • Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community., • Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis, • A Social Work qualification, • Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent, • Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing, • A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away), • Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. INDCOMHPPandoLogic. Keywords: Adoption Social Worker, Location: Houghton Le Spring, ENG - DH4 4AF

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: ASYE/Supervising Social Worker - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract Salary: Up to £31,588 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking and Employee Discount Scheme. Location: Hybrid - Covering Durham ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head Office is today. We've come a long way since those early days and, over the years, FCA has built a strong reputation for excellence, and now offers a wide range of services to children and families. But our purpose remains the same; 'to make a positive and lasting difference for children, families and communities', and it's underpinned by a series of values designed to help us assist children and young people to reach their full potential. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: • Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for all children and young people in foster care., • Support and monitor the continued suitability and competence of Foster parents ensuring they provide a safe, healthy, nurturing and learning environment for children/young people., • Ensure that carers fully understand the fostering task, competencies to be achieved and the standards expected, including complaints and representation procedures as detailed in the FCA policies and procedures., • Provide and record regular supervision to allocated foster parents in line with FCA's Operational Standards., • Work in partnership in a team parenting approach to help identify any needs within the foster family e.g. respite, activities, therapy, holidays, with all members of the child's network, including contributing to all relevant meetings and any other tasks defined., • Ensure each child and foster parent are fully compliant in respect of all key documentation., • Attend meetings and/or provide reports for Commissioning Teams to address individual packages of care., • Promote participation of children/young people in the development of the agency and in accessing resources and opportunities in their local community., • Participate in an 'out of hours' support service on a rota basis, • A Social Work qualification, • Professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent, • Proven ability to produce a high standard of report writing, • A comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation and child safeguarding procedures, • The willingness and ability to travel extensively (including occasional nights away), • Confidence with transporting children and young people in sometimes stressful/difficult situations To be considered, please apply and we will be in touch. No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Keywords: Adoption Social Worker, Location: Houghton Le Spring, ENG - DH4 4AF

Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support. We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties). We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Tyne and Wear. At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists. This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey. • Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule, • Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home, • Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us, • A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you, • We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips, • A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better, • This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision, • These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey, • If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring, • Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring, • Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey, • Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress, • Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS), • Minimum 2 years teaching experience, • Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs, • Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes, • Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed), • Two professional references, • This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise, • You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE, • We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage, • Our insurance covers the work you do for us Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks. We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students. We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us. Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles: • SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator), • SLD / MLD Teacher, • Autism / ADHD Support Teacher, • Intervention Specialist, • Learning Support Assistant (LSA), • Educational Therapist, • Speech and Language Therapist, • Educational Psychologist

Job Title: Sales Agent Location: Sunderland Job Type: Full-Time Salary: 25,000 + commission (OTE 40-45k) Working hours: Monday - Friday (9-5pm) Start Date: ASAP About the Role Are you a results-driven sales professional who thrives on building relationships, closing deals, and managing the full sales cycle? We’re looking for a dynamic Sales Agent to take ownership of the entire sales process — from prospecting and pitching to negotiating and closing. In this role, you'll be both hunter and closer — identifying new business opportunities, nurturing leads, and ensuring client satisfaction. You’ll work closely with internal teams to deliver exceptional service and drive revenue growth. Key Responsibilities • Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities through outbound calls, emails, networking, and social selling., • The sales agent will be responsible for the full sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure., • Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure., • Build and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships., • Meet and exceed monthly sales targets and KPIs., • Maintain accurate records of all sales activities in the CRM system., • Provide market feedback to improve offerings and service delivery. About You • Proven experience in a sales agent role or full-cycle sales role (B2B or B2C)., • Confident communicator with excellent negotiation and closing skills., • Self-motivated, ambitious, and target-driven., • Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance sales environment., • Comfortable using CRM systems and sales tools., • A team player who can also work independently. What We Offer • Competitive base salary + uncapped commission., • Ongoing training and professional development., • Supportive and collaborative team environment in Sunderland., • Opportunities for career growth and progression., • Flexible working options (hybrid or remote, depending on role)., • Incentives, team socials, and recognition programs. Ready to take your sales career to the next level? Apply now with your CV and tell us why you are the next new Sales Agent. Disclaimer CCA Recruitment Group is an employment agency with a legitimate interest in providing work finding services. Please be advised that by submitting your CV to CCA Recruitment Group, directly or via any of our job advertisement platforms, and all telephone calls may be recorded for training and auditing purposes, your personal data will be held on our secure internal CRM system indefinitely. The personal data contained therein will not be shared with any third parties without your express consent. As an individual, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time. Following a period of 10 years inactivity your CV will be deleted permanently from our database. This electronic message may contain proprietary and confidential information. The information is intended to be for the use of the individual(s) or entity(ies) named above. If you are not the intended recipient or authorised to receive this e-mail for the intended recipient, you may not use, copy, disclose or distribute to anyone this message or any information contained in this message. If you have received this electronic message in error, please notify me by replying to this e-mail.

Provide compassionate, person-centred care and support to customers. Support Worker – Day Services (Community Resource Centre). These services support adults with.

They are currently looking for a Customer Service Advisor to join their team. Provide information, advice and guidance to customers via a range of communication channels including face to face, telephone, email, letter, web chat and social media. Communicate, verbally and in writing, specific knowle

Life assurance (4x pensionable pay after 1 year of service for GPP members) * Private healthcare * On-site occupational health support * Company sick pay * Enhanced maternity and paternity leave * Cycle-to-work scheme * Profit share scheme * Sports and social club * Long service awar

Care Coordinator – Autism Support (Ryhope, Sunderland).Competitive + excellent training & progressionDo you want a role where you can.We’re looking for caring, confident, and resilient people to join our.You’ll be helping young men transition into their own homes, providing 2:1 support to

Senior/Supervising Social Worker. Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers.

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA)Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £37,131 per annum - Dependent upon experienceBenefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life Assurance, Company Pen

Job Description FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £37,131 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life

Job Description FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £37,131 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life

Job Description FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £37,131 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life

Pension scheme with employer contributions.Instant access to up to 40% of your salary as you earn it.Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues.Access to Blue Light Card, the discount service for emergency and social care staff.Refer-a-friend scheme – receive £500.Working i

Together for Children are looking to appoint an experienced Social Worker/Senior Social Worker within our Assessment social work team. Social Worker/Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team. We are an Ofsted rated Outstanding service, ‘where all workers have reasonable caseloads and are well suppo

Job Description FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to £37,131 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life

Are you a passionate and experienced Children’s Senior Social Worker looking to make a real difference in children’s lives? Gateshead Council is seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our dynamic Children’s Social Care team on a fixed-term contract. Join Gateshead’s Children’s So

The primary focus will be Childcare Law, with Adult Social Care Law as a secondary focus. Service Care Solutions is working with a well-regarded local authority in. Principal Social Care Solicitor.

Adult’s Social Worker, Head of Service, Blackpool. We are recruiting for experienced Head of Service for Adult’s Social Work in the Blackpool area. This is a pivotal role, working across all areas of Adult Services and with a wide range of partners to deliver meaningful transformation for our co

You will be experienced in Children in Care and Children Looked After Excellent engagement and direct working skills with children and young people is essential as well Care and placement planning and minimising risk with a methodical organised approach, ensuring long term improved outcomes Ensurin

To understand, explore and interpret good practice and support the Deputy Director for Children and Adults in developing, planning and implementing change in Childrens Services; in order to achieve a culture of continuing improvement that delivers joined-up, high quality services for children and

Join Gateshead’s Children’s Social Care Team as a Children’s Senior Social Worker Are you a passionate and experienced Children’s Senior Social Worker looking to make a real difference in children’s lives? Gateshead Council is seeking dedicated professionals like you

Personal Advisor | Children’s Social Care – Leaving Care Service | Lancashire. We are recruiting passionate and committed Personal Advisors to join Lancashire County Council’s Children’s Social Care – Leaving Care Service. Support access to education, employment, training, housing, health

Take on the statutory role of Principal Social Worker (Adults) and provide senior leadership for Practice Standards and Adult Safeguarding; shape how we deliver high-quality, rights-based social work across South Tyneside; promote learning, quality assurance and co-production with people and carers.

Join Gateshead’s Children’s Social Care Team as a Children’s Senior Social Worker. Registered with Social Work England and hold a recognised social work qualification. To become part of Gateshead’s Children’s Social Care team as a Children’s Senior Social Worker, please contact Delanie.

Contributing to the development of Somerset’s new Adult Social Care service. Hold or be willing to work towards an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (health and social care related). Adult Social Care Practitioner - Health Interface Service (Adults) at Somerset Council.

Principal Adult Social Care Solicitor. Provide specialist legal advice and representation on complex adult social care cases. Champion service transformation, digital innovation and income generation opportunities.

We have a social worker post in the Amber Valley team based within the Children with Disabilities Service at The Hub, South Normanton, alongside other experienced Social Workers, Community Care Workers and Children’s Occupational Therapists. We’re proud to say that our Children’s Services have

They are committed to delivering high-quality services that put children, young people and families at the heart of everything they do and they require a locum to help the team at this critical time of young people going back to school. Social Work England registration. Flexible working arrangements

You must be a Social Work England registered social worker who’s organised, resilient and able to work independently. Confident in your abilities, you’ll have demonstrable experience of working with children and families over a sustained period as a Social Worker, potentially supplemented from r

Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for a social worker to join their client’s Locality service team in Derbyshire. Social Worker – Locality Service. Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal.

Social Worker – Short Breaks Service. Step right up to a thrilling opportunity to make a real difference as a Social Worker in our innovative Short Breaks Service in the heart of Halton, UK. Short Breaks and Support Services.

Provide high-quality, efficient and effective legal and administrative advice and services to the County Council, partners and external customers. Able to handle a high caseload in Adult Social Care from start to completion. Service Care Solutions is recruiting for an.

Courts of Law, Individual and Family Services, and Civic and Social Organizations. Social Worker – Assessment & Intervention, South Essex (Experienced Social Workers). This range is provided by Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service).

Social Worker, Adolescent Safeguarding Service. Our client is a forward-thinking local authority, seeking experienced Locum Social Workers to join their specialist Adolescent Safeguarding Service. Contribute to ongoing service development and adolescent safeguarding reform.

Children's Advanced Social Worker. Must have a minimum of 3 years permanent social work statutory experience. Committed to collaborative practice improvement and making a positive impact in Liverpool Children's Services.

Qualification: A degree or diploma in Social Work and registration with Social Work England. Provide strategic leadership for the Child Protection Advisory Service, ensuring a consistent approach to safeguarding practices across the service. The Service Manager for Child Protection Advisors will lea

Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England. The IFD Team is a multi-agency hub made up of professionals from Children's Services, Early Help Services, and partner agencies, working together to ensure children and families receive the right support at the right ti

Social Worker Adult Services – Health Interface Service role at Somerset Council. Being a critical part of developing the new Adult Social Care service. Registered with Social Work England.

The legal service is currently undergoing a period of structural change, and this role will be key in providing stability, leadership, and direction during a time of transition. Providing high-quality legal advice to the Social Care team. Offering guidance and supervision to the Social Care team on

By joining us as a Social Media Volunteer, you’ll play a key role in promoting our holistic therapy and wellbeing programmes for unpaid carers, older people, and those who are socially isolated. Monitor social media trends and analytics. Are you creative, digitally savvy, and passionate about maki

We're looking for talented, passionate, and curious Social Workers who are eager to develop their careers and champion best practice within Childrens Social Care. Social WorkerPortsmouth council. Make a Difference Where It Matters Most At Portsmouth City Council, we believe that social work truly ma

My wonderful client are expanding and are looking for a creative and driven Social Media & Content Executive to grow their brand across organic social channels, blogs, and search. Social Media & Content Executive (SEO & Video). Manage and grow their social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, TikT

Registered with Social Work England and hold a recognised social work qualification. To become part of Gateshead's Children's Social Care team as a Children's Senior Social Worker, please contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed). Join Gateshead's Children's Social Care Team as a Children

Qualified and registered social worker (Social Work England). We want individuals to champion the very best social work practice, who are motivated, flexible, enthusiastic, passionate and with a "can do" attitude who share our passion for improving children's and young persons' lives. Work within st

Direct message the job poster from Service Care Solutions. Are you an experienced social worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Our client in Durham is seeking a. Are you an experienced social worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and famili

Hold a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Work Team Manager to join our dynamic Adults Neighbourhood Service in Trafford. Assist the Service Manager in aligning service delivery with council objectives and leg