http://www.cumbria.gov.uk New jobs in the last 7 days nl Copyright 2006 Fri, 3 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT daily 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://www.cumbria.gov.uk http://www.cumbria.gov.uk/Images/CCC_Banner_Logo_tcm31-48252.gif http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5571 5571 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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6 month secondment.

Adult Social Care are making progress on the governments Personalisation agenda aimed at allowing service users to have a greater degree of choice and control over their lives.

The way in which we commission with our providers is central to this change. We need to give consideration to 'growing' and developing new services to allow service user choice and to develop the market in response to service user support plans.

This post will work closely with the contracts team and make a significant contribution to the work of the Self Directed Support Programme Board through identifying and beginning to build the capacity of new and innovative provision, including joint work with health colleagues and other organizations to help develop the market for the future.

For an informal discussion on this post please contact Judith Whittam Head of Service Disability 01228 227116.

Closing date is 6th July 2009.
Interviews will be held 17th July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5574 5574 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Full Time Temporary Maternity Cover, Secondment Opportunity to 31st August 2010.
Do you possess the skills and drive to oversee operations within a Business Support Team?

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate who has a BTEC ND in Business and Finance/Public Administration, or equivalent, with proven experience in direct line and project management and a minimum of three years public or voluntary sector finance or administration skills.

Our Business Support Officers need to understand the role of Adult Social Care, how financial assessments and DWP benefits are undertaken and have good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including database interrogation, plus the ability to analyse those systems and suggest relevant improvements.

As a team leader we would expect you to be able to communicate effectively at all levels, represent the Directorate at meetings, either internally or within working partnerships, have the ability to react positively to change and work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure with the Criminal Records Bureau.

Closing date: 6 July 2009.
Interview date: 20 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5570 5570 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Are you looking forward to opportunities presented by the Every Child Matters agenda?

Do you believe that multi agency working is the best way to ensure that children are safe?

We are seeking a highly motivated practitioner who is keen to develop their existing social work skills, to fulfil the above position within our Safeguarding Team based within our Whitehaven office. You will adopt the role of a fieldworker as well as deputising for the Social Work Team Manager.

With demonstrable post-qualification experience, you will have lead responsibility for assessing need, creating and implementing robust, supportive and challenging safeguarding plans for children at risk of abuse.

Strong communication and I.T. skills are also essential as are a valid driving licence and own transport, while knowledge and experience of undertaking Section 47 enquiries, court related work and report writing would be advantageous.

For this post you must be able to demonstrate:
* CQSW/CSS/DipSW
* Experience in work with children and families, pre/post or during qualification
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to plan work and meet deadlines

These posts are subject to GSCC Registration.

Closing Date: 7 July 2009.
Interview Date: 22 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5569 5569 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Are you looking forward to opportunities presented by the Every Child Matters Agenda?

Do you believe that multi agency working is the best way to ensure that children are safe?

Covering the West Area of Cumbria, our Children's Advice and Assessment Team based in the Workington area is the team that responds to the immediate needs of Children and Families for Assessment and Intervention.

You will be joining an integrated staff group comprising of social care and education colleagues all of whom are highly skilled, knowledgeable and experienced, who work hard to maximise the performance of the team and meet our targets.

The team deals with all new contacts and referrals to Children Services. Undertaking Initial Assessments and formulating plans in order that appropriate support and protection is then provided to children and their families by our colleagues within Cumbria Children's Service.

An enthusiastic Social Worker with experience of Statutory Child Care work, you will have a commitment to integrated working, together with an ability to meet statutory deadlines and produce work to a high standard.

You must be able to demonstrate:
* Social Worker qualification CQSW/CSS/DipSW
* Experience in working with Children and Families pre/post or during qualification
* Ability to work under pressure, plan work and meet deadlines
* A good understanding of the Every Child Matters Agenda

This post is subject to GSCC registration and CRB disclosure.

Closing Date: 7 July 2009.
Interview Date: 22 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5568 5568 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Are you looking forward to opportunities presented by the Every Child Matters agenda?

Do you believe that multi agency working is the best way to ensure that children are safe?

The Allerdale Locality Support teams are multi disciplinary that have been newly established to match the children's centre footprint and local delivery platforms in West Cumbria.

The Senior Practitioner role will be as a mentor to social workers with supervisory responsibility of the family workers across both locality support teams based at our New Oxford Street Workington.

We are seeking a highly motivated practitioner who is keen to develop their existing social work skills, to fulfil the above position you will adopt the role of a fieldworker as well as deputising for the Locality Team Manager.

With demonstrable post-qualification experience, you will have lead responsibility for assessing need, creating and implementing robust, supportive plans for Children in Need.

Strong communication and I.T. skills are also essential as are a valid driving licence and own transport, you will have a commitment to integrated working, experience of Statutory Child Care work and ability to meet statutory deadlines and produce work of a high standard.

For this post you must be able to demonstrate:
* CQSW/CSS/DipSW
* Experience in work with children and families, pre/post or during qualification
* Ability to work under pressure
* Ability to plan work and meet deadlines

These posts are subject to GSCC Registration.

Closing Date: 7 July 2009.
Interview Date: 22 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5563 5563 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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The Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) have a vacancy for a Multi Agency Strategic Training Manager. The successful applicant will be based in Carlisle with administrative support. They will lead in the development, implementation, coordination and management of the LSCB workforce development strategy.

You will have had experience in training relating to safeguarding children and must have a full understanding of the role and function of the LSCB and the Children's Trust arrangements.

You should have a diploma in Social Work or equivalent professional qualification.

Closing date: 10 July 2009.
Interview date: 31 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5560 5560 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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Children's Services in Cumbria has recently restructured its business support services. This post presents an exciting opportunity to manage and shape the business support function within a new and developing Service.

The post holder will be responsible for business support staff located within each division within Cumbria, as such, the office location for the successful applicant is negotiable.

Essential requirements :
NVQ level 4 in Business Administration/Customer Care or equivalent
Broad based senior administrative experience
Knowledge of the Safeguarding processes and procedures, ESCR data recording systems and management of data processes for safe and secure storage of confidential Safeguarding material.

The successful candidate will assist in the development, implementation and management of effective business support systems across the Service to ensure such systems provide and support consistent and robust practice.

Closing Date.10 July 2009.
Interviews will be held on 30 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5564 5564 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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The Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB) have a vacancy for a Quality Assurance Lead based in Carlisle.

The successful applicant will lead on multi-agency auditing activity on behalf the LSCB. They will develop, progress and maintain an auditing schedule across the agencies in order to monitor the effectiveness of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in Cumbria to provide the LSCB with an analysis of the learning from the audits and to work with subgroups of the Board in order to take forward the learning from the audits.

You will need experience of management in safeguarding work and have a professional qualification such as Social Work, Teaching, Youth Work Community studies or nursing at degree level.

Closing date: 10 July 2009.
Interview date: 30 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5562 5562 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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Due to the expanding provision of children and young people's programmes, Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service has an opportunity to recruit a 'Youth engagement' worker to assist in the development of high quality youth engagement services to improve outcomes for young people.

Based at Cockermouth, you will assist with the implementation of the youth engagement strategy and develop and deliver children and young people's programmes across the County including Young Firefighters.

You will be an effective communicator and experienced in working with young people. In addition, you will have experience of delivering or participating in a non-formal accredited learning programme.

The closing date is 13 July 2009. The interviews will be held 22 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5572 5572 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Cumbria and Lancashire Education On-line (CLEO) provides network infrastructure and broadband services for schools in Cumbria and Lancashire. We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, enthusiastic and experienced person to provide technical support for schools in Cumbria.

Principle Accountabilities include:
* To support CLEO broadband services such as network cache server installation and support, Remote Access, Video Conferencing, Moodle (Learning Platform).
* To support services offered by the Local Authority such as Mail, Anti-virus, Web-hosting, CMS and other services as they are developed.
* To work with Lancaster University Network Systems (LUNS) team and provide support for new technologies.
* To provide advise to schools on ICT.

This post will support the Braodband Manager/E-safety advisor to ensure schools get maximum benefit from the infrastructure and services available. You will need to have at least three years experience of working in an ICT environment and have a good understanding of networks and ICT equipment.

Closing date: 14 July 2009.
Interview date: 27 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5565 5565 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
This is a full-time (37 hrs), permanent position based at Busher House, Busher Walk, Kendal.

We are looking for self-motivated and flexible people to work as part of a large friendly team in a busy office, providing administrative support to the Learning Difficulties and Disabilities team. Your duties will include the processing, recording and monitoring of all processes related to the assessment and review of children with special educational needs as well as administration for children with a disability. You will also be required to provide support and information to parents, schools and other agencies.

You must have previous administrative experience, with the proven ability to work on your own initiative, as well as part of a team working to deadlines. You should be able to relate sensitively to service users and communicate with a wide range of people. The need to understand and accept confidentiality is essential.

For the scale 2/3 post you must be IT literate and have 3 GCSE A-C grades or equivalent, including English and Maths.

Closing date: 15th July 2009.
Interview date: 5th August 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5566 5566 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
This is a full-time (37 hrs), permanent position based at Busher House, Busher Walk, Kendal.

We are looking for self-motivated and flexible people to work as part of a large friendly team in a busy office, providing administrative support to the Learning Difficulties and Disabilities team. Your duties will include the processing, recording and monitoring of all processes related to the assessment and review of children with special educational needs as well as administration for children with a disability. You will also be required to provide support and information to parents, schools and other agencies. The scale 3/4 post will also be required to assist the Team Manager with budget monitoring and with collating statistical information.

You must have previous administrative experience, with the proven ability to work on your own initiative, as well as part of a team working to deadlines. You should be able to relate sensitively to service users and communicate with a wide range of people. The need to understand and accept confidentiality is essential.

For the scale 3/4 post you must have 5 GCSE A-C grades or equivalent including English and Maths as well as two years proven experience in an administrative role.

Closing date: 15th July 2009.
Interview date: 5th August 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5573 5573 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
A Temporary, Full Time teacher is required to cover a maternity leave to work in the West of Cumbria, starting as soon as possible.

Across all Key Stages.
Secondment opportunity available.

This post offers a unique opportunity to be part of a specialised and experienced peripatetic team in West Cumbria who are working to support the inclusion of pupils exhibiting emotional, social and behavioural problems and will include offering advice and support to schools and parents/carers and pupils in mainstream schools between the ages of 5 and 16 years.

This is an opportunity to develop further skills in the field of emotional, social and behavioural difficulties

Closing date: 16 July 2009.
Interviews will be held on 8 September 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5561 5561 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Temp for one year.

Based at Langrigg House but may be asked to cover at other Carlisle Homes.

Have you one year's experience of working in a formal Care setting? Are you enthusiastic and committed to delivering a high standard of personal care, support and comfort within a Residential Home for Older Adults?

We are looking for someone who is responsible, can deal with emergency situations in a competent and professional manner and who can work on their own initiative and as part of a team.

If you think this is you, and you are interested in an opportunity to pursue a career in care and to access opportunities for development including induction and foundation training, which will enable you to expand your knowledge and skills in related areas, leading on to undertake the appropriate NVQ: Then we want to hear from you.

Closing date: 16th July 2009.
Interview date: 31st July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5578 5578 Thu, 2 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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We are looking to appoint a qualified teacher who has completed the Mathematics Recovery training programme and holds an up to date accreditation.

The appointed person will be required to support the delivery of training and tutor trainees in school. Ability to travel throughout the county is therefore required. Office base in Kendal or home based working is available.

The position is until March 2010. Possibly extended thereafter, dependant upon funding.

Closing date: 17 July 2009.
Interview date: 1 September 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5577 5577 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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A new post based at the HR Service Centre Carlisle to lead on ensuring that the Midland Trent HR and Payroll system meets the council's needs for the delivery of an end to end HR and payroll administrative service and to develop workflow and business intelligence provision to support people management activity across the council.

Closing date: 17 July 2009.
Interview date: 27 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5575 5575 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Based in CARLISLE, you'll develop and promote strategic polices and plans within Children's Services, and act as a project manager on strategic developments.

Are you able to understand and manage complex situations? Are you skilled in negotiating and influencing others with excellent communication skills? Do you have experience of successfully developing and delivering strategic plans, policies and projects? Do you understand key issues relating to Children's Services and the principles underpinning effective policy and planning?

Closing date: 17 July 2009.
Interviews: 5 August 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5576 5576 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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A new post to lead the team delivering County Council recruitment and Learning and Development administration based at the HR Service Centre, Carlisle.

Closing date: 17 July 2009.
Interview date: 27 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5567 5567 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Internal Applicants Only

Based at Cockermouth, you will be responsible for the review, evaluation and development of the Youth Engagement Strategy and ensuring that the Service engages effectively with young people. Your duties will include developing and maintaining partnerships and monitoring developments on youth engagement.

With a professional qualification in Youth Work or equivalent, you will be experienced in working with partner organisations and relating to vulnerable groups. You will have experience of developing and implementing strategies and policies together with performance management regimes.

With knowledge of relevant legislation and children services organisations, you will be an effective communicator with the ability to develop positive working relationships.

The closing date is 17 July 2009. The interviews will be held 4 August 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5558 5558 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
Team Teach and East Area Staffing assistant dealing with course attendance venue booking and time sheet processing general administrative duties.

Closing date 17 July 2009.
Interview date 29 July 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5559 5559 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT
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Reporting to the County Manager: Organisational Learning and Development you will be required to develop and review the Complaints Service in order to provide effective and efficient systems for responding to and resolving complaints that meet the statutory requirements and effect improvements to service provision. You will also be responsible for monitoring these systems and ensure improvements are effected where appropriate.

Applicants must have:
* Education to degree/diploma
* Managing systems and procedures to meet organisational needs
* Managing staff
* Facilitate and improve individual and team performance
* Establish and maintain productive working relationships within and external to the organisation

This post is subject to a disclosure check through the Criminal Records Bureau.

Closing date: 5pm 17 July 2009.
Interview date: 24 August 2009.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5580 5580 Thu, 2 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
The Cumbria Social Enterprise Partnership is a constituted body working with some 400 social enterprises across Cumbria. Its aim is to grow a dynamic and sustainable social enterprise sector and to help to contribute to an inclusive and growing Cumbrian economy. It is now looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person to advocate for the social enterprise sector and lead a programme of activities. The location of the post within Cumbria is to be confirmed.

This is a strategic role, and the post-holder will be confident at championing the social enterprise sector both within Cumbria and with regional partners. The successful applicant will have a proven ability to develop and implement projects, and will be used to working with partners at a senior level. Must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a clear understanding of economic development and the issues facing the social enterprise sector.

Closing Date: 22nd July 2009
Interview Date: 3rd August 2009

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

http://www.intouch.ccc/jobsdata/viewdetail.asp?ID=5579 5579 Thu, 2 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT
This post is offered on a permanent basis . Applications are invited for this post for 22 hours (flexible) weekly, based in Kendal to provide administrative support for the Neighbourhood Development Officers dealing with up to 9 neighbourhood forum areas and community grants programmes across South Lakeland.

Ideal candidates will already be experienced in a wide range of general office skills and have the ability to act on their own initiative whilst working as part of a team. A working knowledge and experience in all aspects of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for budget monitoring, is essential. Experience of office routines and note taking at meetings are also essential, together with mature organisational and communication skills.

The ability to attend evening meetings in a variety of community settings across the South Lakeland Area is also an essential part of the support work for the Neighbourhood Forums and applicants should therefore be able to travel independently to these meetings. Good flexitime arrangements apply.

Closing Date: 24th July 2009
Interview Date: 10th August 2009

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks please assume your application has been unsuccessful.