http://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/jobsThe Latest Current Vacancies At Caerphilly County Borough Councilen-ukCopyright (c) 2010 Caerphilly County Borough CouncilWed, 10 Mar 2010 00:20:47 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/siteimages/banner/header_ccbc.jpghttp://www.caerphilly.gov.ukhttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36MJx5qaLLAzc8QMSwRhIrMsdY8aArSd5MA==This post has been established jointly between Health and Social Care for the First Access Service. The Service provides the first point of contact for people who are referred to the Mental Health Service for assessment. The Lead Practitioner will manage a team comprised of both Social Workers and Community Psychiatric Nursing staff. You will allocate, delegate and overview the day to day work of the team, ensuring that it is allocated to appropriate staff in line with their experience, skill and discipline. You will have the ability to exercise strong and effective clinical/professional leadership within the team, to ensure standards and quality of care and to develop professional practice within the multi-disciplinary team. You must have a minimum of three years post qualifying experience within an adult mental health environment. Applicants must possess or be working towards a Masters or equivalent qualification or experience, Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification or Registered Mental Health Nurse or Registered Occupational Therapist and PQ1 Applicants must be registered as a Social Worker with Care Council for Wales, or General Social Care Council, or the Scottish Social Services Council or the Northern Ireland Social Care Council or Registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council or Registered with British Association of Occupational Therapy. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.Social WorkTue, 09 Mar 2010 11:11:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36PmZVn7/XMLHyyqhsIjIeqPxxg6jCMBLkA==Applications are invited from enthusiastic, experienced and suitably qualified staff for the post of class teacher in this well-established Welsh medium primary school, catering for pupils aged 3 to 11. Early in September 2007 the school relocated to new premises which are designed to the highest specification, providing excellent opportunities for the development of the Foundation Phase. The location of the new school, with the woodland area on the doorstep, is ideal for promoting ‘forest school initiatives’. Fabulous sporting facilities surround the school provide and develop Physical Education of the highest degree. The installation of the most modern technological equipment certainly enhance Teaching and Learning, whilst providing the pupils with the best opportunities to learn in the 21st century. The new building is located in the heart of the Abertridwr Valley and is approximately 3 miles from Caerphilly and within very easy travelling distance of Cardiff and surrounding districts. Interviews will take place on 21st April 2010 and visits to the school are welcome.Schools - TeachingMon, 08 Mar 2010 11:30:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36ABxAwzA41NmQZTKbGnQwGWd1N+TuzJxQQ==This post has been established between Health and Social Care for the Assertive Outreach Service provided to adults known to Community Mental Health Services. This service provides support to people with mental health problems, who are difficult to engage and require frequent contact in the community to promote their recovery and independence. The Lead Practitioner will be responsible and accountable for the management and operation of services in accordance with the Operational Policy. The team is multi-disciplinary and comprises of Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Support Workers and a Community Psychiatric Nurse. You will be required to manage and provide professional advice and support to staff with their case load aiding their development and ensuring that a consistent approach is adopted to patient care, policy and procedures. Applicants must have a minimum of three years post qualifying experience within an adult mental health environment. You must possess or be working towards a Masters or equivalent qualification or experience. You must possess a Diploma / Degree in Social Work or predecessor qualification or Registered Mental Health Nurse or Registered Occupational Therapist or PQ1. You must also be Registered as a Social Worker with Care Council for Wales, or General Social Care Council, or the Scottish Social Services Council or the Northern Ireland Social Care Council or Registered with Nursing and Midwifery Council or Registered with British Association of Occupational Therapy. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.Social WorkTue, 09 Mar 2010 11:18:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36KL4+H34APJCaQvN1Sh0WgaXWutVrjhmsg==Caerphilly Day Centre provides day care opportunities for approximately 126 people over a five-day period who have physical or sensory disabilities, mental health care needs or dementia care needs, who are able to continue to reside in the community with assistance. The Centre opens every other Saturday to provide respite support for carer for up to ten clients. The Community Services Manager also oversees a satellite centre based at the Grove Social Centre, Trethames which operates two days a week. The successful candidate will ensure that a high standard of care is maintained for Service Users at the Day Centre, develop and manage day services to adults with needs arising through age, physical disability, mental health and sensory impairment. Applicants must be in receipt of NVQ 4 in Care or Management, or equivalent qualification, have experience of working in a care environment, and experience in the provision of formal and informal staff supervision. You will have a knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation i.e. National Health Services and Community Care Act 1992 and a knowledge of the principles that underpin quality care, i.e dignity, choice, etc. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sue Wright, Service Manager, on 01443 864630. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.Care WorkTue, 09 Mar 2010 11:32:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36NefG6owyJtrhFB9/LMDw7kX7pIZjpQUBg==This is a Job Share position of 18.5 hours per week. The working pattern is likely to be 3 days week one, and 2 days week two. This post will contribute to the creation and development of a skilled and competent Social Care Sector Workforce. The postholder will do so by effectively analysing workforce development requirements, researching, desgning, delivering, co-ordinating and commissioning learning and development opportunities, contributing to workforce planning and evaluating the effectiveness of workforce development. Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years experience of employee development and of delivering learning and development to a broad audience, and via a variety of methods Applicants must be Graduate Members of the CIPD or have a relevant National Qualification Framework Level 6 Qualification, i.e, Degree, plus Learning and Development at level 5 (or working towards) We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate, passport, or work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996AdminTue, 09 Mar 2010 11:55:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36M14cA/oJgVeyVt/QHlHyUgjCOWlNtlj8A==Applications are invited from persons 18 or over as at 19 July 2010 for PLAYSCHEME ASSISTANTS Based at either Cwm Ifor Primary School or at Trecenydd Community Centre Mondays to Fridays 9.30 am to 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm. to 4.00 pm each day at a salary of £159.50 per week. Interviews will be held during week ending 30 April 2010.Community EducationFri, 05 Mar 2010 08:48:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36DGuec5puyqM0DQ9FPgwzkvVAH5+5pxogg==The Communities First Support Officer has a key role within the Communities First team. He/she will be responsible for supporting the Co-ordinator and their partnerships in all aspects of the development of the Local Action Plans. The person appointed will need to have a flexible approach with regard to working hours as a considerable amount of evening and weekend work will be involved. If having read the Job Description and Person Specification you wish to have an informal discussion please contact Lauren Hughes, Communities First Co-ordinator Tel. No. 01443 864399. Please note the post is Fixed Term until 31 March 2012. Continuation of the post will be subject to further funding bids. The post is based in Tredomen but a significant period of time will be spent working with the community. Interviews will take place on Thursday 8th April 2010.AdminTue, 02 Mar 2010 12:17:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36OXswDDNuDiGQiQvIY/ZvTZtOK+ki5yjPw==We currently have vacancies for Senior Practitioners within the Mental Health Assessment Care Management Team in Risca, Caerphilly and Aberbargoed. The successful candidate will be required to deliver an assessment care management service to adults who are known to the Mental Health Service and who are considered to require care and support to recover from Mental Illness and maximise and maintain their independence and dignity. You will practice in accordance with National Occupational Standards for Social Work and Code of Practice for Social Care Workers and undertake AMHP Assessments. You will be required to provide an enhanced level of skill and expertise within their practice and support the development of less experienced staff within the team and to act as a Practice Assessor for Student Social Workers. All applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in Social Work or equivalent predecessor qualification and have experience of assessment and care planning. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Peter Evans, Team Manager, Mental Health on 02920 862035. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.Social WorkTue, 02 Mar 2010 10:47:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36MAQ3wHIM4S2i1uhbkUAtSJQ55sPjOjQ2w==Home Assistance and Reablement Team (HART) are looking for 2 Reablement Support Workers to work 20 hours per week to assist in the implementation of service delivery plans for Service Users in the community with the aim of assisting individuals to regain and/or maintain their ability to live as independently as possible. Applicants will ideally be in receipt of / working towards NVQ 2 in Care and have experience of providing care / assisting with care either in present / previous employment. Ideally you will have experience of providing care in Service Users homes. You will be able to carry out personal care and practical tasks, understand and respect the meaning of confidentiality, dignity and personal choice and be able to work as part of a team. HART is a 7-day service and you will be expected to work on a rota shift pattern, which includes weekends and bank holidays, in order to meet the needs of the Service Users. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jason Bennett, Team Manager, HART or Hazel Jones, Team Manager, HART on 01443 864554. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.Care WorkTue, 02 Mar 2010 13:42:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36JcDO8eiHjZNfEgO0vviXFiZYgcQqmz9HQ==We currently have a vacancy for a permanent Social Worker and are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to become part of this multi-disciplinary, progressive and creative team committed to developing and providing services that promote social inclusion and independence. All applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in Social Work or equivalent predecessor qualification and have experience of assessment and care planning. We welcome applications from newly qualified or practising Social Workers. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Becky Griffiths, Team Manager, PDSI on 01443 866947. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.Social WorkMon, 01 Mar 2010 14:04:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36Fdty62+oLXbdDgJIn6M9vXrp0mc8DTBrA==Bedwas Adult Education Centre is looking to recruit a Japanese Language tutor to run weekend / evening workshops / courses as and when required. The salary for the posts is JNC Adult Tutor rate, £19.61 per hour, rising to £19.96 per hour after five years service. Adult Tutors are required within the Community Education Section to deliver the following courses to a group of adult learners, (days and times still to be confirmed).The tutors will understand the need for proper planning, and ensuring quality of learning at all times. The tutors should have experience of delivering accredited learning. For a discussion about the post or for more information please contact Paul Jones on 02920 852537Youth Work / Adult EducationTue, 02 Mar 2010 16:10:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36EHdAWgyw3qCxp5gFRJLUf1GK4IyfyQrDA==Bedwas Adult Education Centre is looking to recruit an Floristry tutor to run weekend / evening workshops / courses as and when required. The salary for the posts is JNC Adult Tutor rate, £19.61 per hour, rising to £19.96 per hour after five years service. Adult Tutors are required within the Community Education Section to deliver the following courses to a group of adult learners, (days and times still to be confirmed).The tutors will understand the need for proper planning, and ensuring quality of learning at all times. The tutors should have experience of delivering accredited learning. For a discussion about the post or for more information please contact Paul Jones on 02920 852537Youth Work / Adult EducationWed, 24 Feb 2010 11:25:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36Kn9jmr7gVA+YMAS6Sp7mYEEw0qKFUmhTg==The post will be responsible for managing and co-ordinating the census operation in an area. The main focus will be ensuring the maximum number of people return their census questionnaires. The post will need to establish links with local authorities and community groups within your area and engage with specific target populations. You will be the primary contact for all local media enquiries in your area and will act as local media census spokesperson. Employment is expected to be from 2 August 2010 to 10 June 2011 (10 months). Payment will consist of a basic hourly rate between £14.55 and £18.19 per hour, depending on location.AdminWed, 24 Feb 2010 09:17:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36PoarztlgLahu3N7WZZJnF0HikD2LDZGUg==The Community Support Team provides a community based day service that focuses upon providing development and learning opportunities to adults who are known to the Learning Disability team by accessing community resources. The team plays a key role in the modernisation of day opportunities as new service users are supported in the community and not centre based. The Community Support Team works on a one to one basis to provide the appropriate level of support for people to access voluntary and paid employment opportunities. The successful applicant must have experience of working or supporting people with a learning disability. You should desirably possess NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Care. We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.Care WorkMon, 22 Feb 2010 17:35:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36MghUH2u/a52RbeM9iTUWYGzSAf2R66Emg==ST JAMES PRIMARY SCHOOL KEY STAGE 2 CLASS TEACHER (Year 3/4) Full Time (Temporary) to cover maternity leave from May 1st 2010 Salary – Teachers Main Scale We offer the chance to be part of a large and supportive team of teachers and support staff, who work extremely hard to provide a positive and caring learning environment. High expectations of all children, the desire to make a difference to children’s lives, and good behaviour management skills are essential, and a good sense of humour in sometimes challenging circumstances will be a great asset. As well as being an excellent class teacher, applicants should have very good organisational and managerial skills. They will need to be able to work constructively with all members of staff, governors and parents. Closing Date for applications Friday March 12th 2010 Shortlisting Week commencing March 15th 2010 Interviews Thursday 15th April 2010 (In the interests of economy only successful applicants will be notified if they are shortlisted).Schools - TeachingTue, 16 Feb 2010 09:12:00 GMThttp://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/application.aspx?s=29AB+jDF/aPZApH1fKuBQ3FPTrmtynLj41Gn+iAccAwyMi4uykI36GASVfeQF4Bxo7EWnl94Ta/pAHWjPeiVpg==Caerphilly County Borough Council requires an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our Strategic and Development Plan Team. As a member of this dynamic forward thinking development plan team you will play a key role in the delivery of the new Local Development Plan for Caerphilly County Borough. For an informal discussion regarding this post please contact Rhian Kyte, Team Leader on, 01495 235317.Planning and DevelopmentTue, 16 Feb 2010 11:04:00 GMT